Blue Poppy Trek
| Trip Duration: | 12 Days | Best Seasons: | Mid-JULY to Mid-AUG |
| Group size: | 2 person (minimum) / 16 person+ | Max-Altitude: | 4980m |
| Fitness level: | Easy-Moderate | ||
| Arrival on: | kathmandu | Departure from: | Kathmandu |
| Accommodation: | 3Star Hotel in kathmandu and Teahouses Lodge during in trek | ||
Overview
Blue poppy Trek in Nepal,Langtang Region-This region is considered to be one of the beautiful landscapes for flora and fauna trek in Nepal. An abundance of Himalayan peaks, including giant Mt. Langtang Lirung Himal (7227m) highest peak in this region,Langtang and Kyangjing Valleys, beautiful Himalayan alpine flowers, Blue poppy flower(Meconopsis grandies) , Yellow poppy ( it is can be seen only Langtang region in Nepal) and Great Himalayan trail (GHT) High passes are its main attractions for trekkers and travelers. The region is separated from the Langtang Lirung along the Langtang Khola (River).
Meconopsis grandies, Known as the Blue poppy, was thought to be the national flower of Bhutan however, in 2017,after three years of study conducted by the National Biodiversity center, Bhutan and the Blue poppy society in Japan,
Meconopsis Bella which is commonly known as the “Pretty Blue poppy “ it is only found in central Nepal to southeastern Tibet .
Langtang region marked as a safe destination by many researchers is one of the best trekking routes to experience. The trekking in this area is relatively moderate but the trekkers who are willing to spend their holidays with nature or enjoy with Himalayan Alpine flowers, Blue poppies and various types of flowers in these peaceful surroundings full of peace are well rewarded.
Highlights
- Views of Tibetan plateu mountains
- 360' Snowcaped mountain view include the langtang and Ganesh himal range
- Buddhist ancient monastery and stupa
- Long mani stone wall on the way to kyanjinggompa
- Full landscaped flora and founa
- Tibetan-influenced culture and lifstyle
- Traditional Tamang and sherpa village
- Langtang National Park-through variuos alipine forest and flowers
- Himalayan Yak cheese factory
- Blue poppy Flowers (meconopsis grandis) and Yellow poppy(Neplease atum poppy)
- Exploring flowers -variuos types of Himalayan flora and fauna
Outline Itinenary
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Day 1 : Arrival in Kathmandu (1400m) and transfer to Hotel
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Day 2 : Drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubensi 1500m/7-8hours
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Day 3 : Trek from Syabrubensi to Rimche 2450m.via Sherpa village 6-7hours
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Day 4 : Trek from Rimche to Langtang village 3430m/ 6 hours
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Day 5 : Trek from Langtang (3430m) to Kyanjin Gonpa (3870m)/ 4hours
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Day 6 : Flowers exploration day and High acclimatization day around valley
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Day 7 : Exploration of Blue Poppy flowers up to Thatong kharka – Hiking up to the Tsergo-ri 4980m
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Day 8 : Trek from Kyanjing Gompa(3870m) to Lama Hotel 2430m /6-7 hours
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Day 9 : Trek from Lama Hotel to Syabru Bensi via Sherpa gaon 1400m/6-7hours
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Day 10 : Drive Shyabru bensi to Kathmandu 1350m/7-8hours
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Day 11 : Free day in Kathmandu
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Day 12 : Departure day
Itinerary
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Day 1 : Arrival in Kathmandu (1400m) and transfer to Hotel
- Altitude: 1400m
- Accommodation: Hotel
- Meal: D
Welcome to Tribhuvan International Airport Kathmandu the capital of Nepal. Our PST representative or your trekking leader will be waiting with a warm greeting with traditional Khata and easily transfer to your Hotel. Check in hotel and then briefing about trek and early Drive-out timing. Overnight at Hotel, Kathmandu
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Day 2 : Drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubensi 1500m/7-8hours
- Altitude: 1500m
- Duration: 7-8 hours
- Accommodation: Hotel
- Meal: B L D
We start our drive after a good breakfast at the Hotel. The drive from Kathmandu to Syabru besi along the Trisuli River, it will take around 7-8 hours. Overnight at Syabru besi.
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Day 3 : Trek from Syabrubensi to Rimche 2450m.via Sherpa village 6-7hours
- Altitude: 2450m
- Duration: 6-7 hours
- Accommodation: Lodge
- Meal: B L D
Today we start our trek after the breakfast. We will head to Rimche via Sherpa village in this summer season. We will be seeing Sherpa village,various types of flowers and vegetation on the way. After 6-7 hours walk we will arrive at Rimche. Overnight at Lama Hotel.
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Day 4 : Trek from Rimche to Langtang village 3430m/ 6 hours
- Altitude: 3430m
- Duration: 6 hours
- Accommodation: Lodge
- Meal: B L D
Today, a much more elevation on this day, our trek starts after the breakfast, today is getting more and more interesting scenic views, various types of flora and fauna and Tamang traditional peoples are we meet on the way will be welcoming. Overnight at Langtang
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Day 5 : Trek from Langtang (3430m) to Kyanjin Gonpa (3870m)/ 4hours
- Altitude: 3870m
- Duration: 4 hours
- Accommodation: Lodge
- Meal: B L D
Today, we start our trek to Kyanjing Gonpa valley after the breakfast. From today we will explore the various types of flowers on the way and especially you can see Yellow poppy on this day it is one of the spices of Blue poppies. After 3-4 hours explored flowers we will reach Kyanjin Gonpa valley 3870m. Overnight at Kyanjin Gonpa.
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Day 6 : Flowers exploration day and High acclimatization day around valley
- Altitude: 3870m
- Duration: 2-3 hours
- Accommodation: lodge
- Meal: B L D
Today, we will walk around the kyanjing valley and small lake for exploration flora and fauna and exploring an ancient Buddhist monastery in Kyanjing Gompa include the traditional Cheese Factory. Overnight at Kyanjing gompa
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Day 7 : Exploration of Blue Poppy flowers up to Thatong kharka – Hiking up to the Tsergo-ri 4980m
- Altitude: 4400m-4980m
- Duration: 6-7 hours
- Accommodation: Lodge
- Meal: B L D
Today we have to take packed lunch and a hot tea or boiled water in your thermos, early in the morning we’ll climbing towards Tsergo-RI via Thatong kharka 4300m, after climbing 2-3 hours. You will reach Thatong kharka and up to the kharka you can find Blue poppy (meconopsis grandis) Flowers and various alpine flowers on slop area, Not only Blue poppy there are also various types of Himalaya alpine flowers like alpine garden, so you can take pictures with langtang lirung himal on background. After exploring Blue poppy flowers then we will descend to kyanjing gompa. If occasionally weather will be clear, we can climb one more hour to Tsergo-ri 4980m. The view from the Tsergo-ri is truly breathtaking, encompassing the whole 360’ view mountain range include the major peaks Langtang Lirung, Yangse tsenji , Kimsung glacier ,Yubra himal, yala peak, Morimoto peak, Langtang Ri, Langshisha RI, Urkenmang peak, tilman pass GHT, Kangchhenpo, Phangen dopku,Nayakang peak , Ganjala pass and kyangjin and langshisha kharka valley . Overnight at Kyanjing Gompa
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Day 8 : Trek from Kyanjing Gompa(3870m) to Lama Hotel 2430m /6-7 hours
- Altitude: 2400m
- Duration: 6 hours
- Accommodation: Lodge
- Meal: B L D
Today we follow our route back to lama Hotel, the trail goes with few downward .descending 1440m back to lama Hotel. You will trek through Langtang , thangsyap- Ghodatabela along the various types of flowers and langtang khola then finally reach Lama Hotel. Overnight at Lama Hotel
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Day 9 : Trek from Lama Hotel to Syabru Bensi via Sherpa gaon 1400m/6-7hours
- Altitude: 1500m
- Duration: 6-7 hours
- Accommodation: Loge/Hotel
- Meal: B L D
We will return back to Syabru besi via route to Sherpa gaon because in rainy season this way is safe route for trekkers and to all. Finally we reach syabrubensi where we start trek from. Get refreshed as we descent from a higher elevation. Overnight at syabru besi.
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Day 10 : Drive Shyabru bensi to Kathmandu 1350m/7-8hours
- Altitude: 1400m
- Duration: 7-8 hours
- Accommodation: Hotel
- Meal: B L
Today after having breakfast we ride our private Jeep and will back to Kathmandu. It takes about 7/8 hours’ drive through scenic foothills and ridgeline vistas to Kathmandu. Overnight at Kathmandu, Hotel
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Day 11 : Free day in Kathmandu
- Altitude: 1400m
- Accommodation: Hotel
- Meal: D
Today, you have leisure day for relax or shopping day in Thamel or will be managed per your decision, whether you and your team will be freely roaming around the Thamel area or taking a tour with our city guide. A Farewell Dinner will be hosted. Overnight at Kathmandu,
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Day 12 : Departure day
- Meal: B
After your Breakfast Peak summit Trek representative will drop you off at Tribhuvan International Airport and bid you warm farewell with traditional ‘khata’ and hoping to see you again. Namaste!
- Free airport picks up on your arrival and a drop at on your departure day
- Langtang National park entry permits.
- TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management systems)
- 3 Night Hotel in kathmandu with BB plan on Twin sharing basiss
- Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner with tea and coffee) during the trek.
- Transportation (ktm-syabrubensi -Kathmandu Jeep reserve)
- An Experienced guide (Government Trekking guide license holder)
- Trekking porter for carrying your luggage 1 person for 2 clients
- Peak summit trekking duffle bag for each one for porter luggage
Included
Exclude
- International Flights tickets to Nepal and Nepal Entry visa fee.
- Personal travel medical and emergency evacuation rescue insurance(Travel insurance is to be brought compulsory by yourself )
- City sightseeing and meal in Kathmandu
- Hot shower, WIFI, any kind of electronics battery charge during in trekking.
- All kind of alcoholic drinks, mineral water and Can juice items.
- Personal laundry, Intl Telephone and personal shopping.
- Tips and gratitude to your guides and porters.
- Extra program and night accommodation or meals in Kathmandu because of early arrival or late departure or early return from trek due to any complication than the schedule.
SOME REQUIRED EQUIPMENT AND CLOTHING
- Windcheater
- Water bottle
- Trekking Bag (35L to 50L Maximum)
- Sunblock cream, face and body moisturizer
- Sunglasses
- Tissue papers and wipes
- Toothbrush and toothpastes
- Flashlight / Headlight
- Face towel
- Warm Jackets
- Trekking Poles
- Down-jacket