Bhairav Kunda Trek - 13 Days

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Trip Facts

  • Duration: 13 Days
  • Max Altitude: 4250m

Bhairav Kunda trek is a newly opened trekking destination known for exploring lake named ‘Bhairav Kunda’at an altitude (4,240m) in Sindhupalchok district. Bhairav Kunda Trek can be classified as pilgrimage trek as it takes you to the petrified pilgrimage site.  The route has been able to preserve its uniqueness intact. Along with serene lake, one can see the dense rhododendron forests, lush valleys, and beautiful mountains.

Besides the divine journey, this trek offers Mountain views of Rolwaling range, Dorje Lakpa (6,966m), Phurbi Ghhyachu (6,637m), Madiya (6,257m),  Jugal Himal and the magnificent Tibetan Himalayan range. You can also observe close-up views of different Glaciers and Tibetan plateaus. It will be best trekking destination to explore and observe its vicinity. Furthermore, moving downward to Sherpa Gaon you can travel around the dense forest with the splendid range of Jugal Himal. Many other tourists join along the trek to explore the typical culture and view of some awe-inspiring Himalayan range.

Highlights of Bhairav Kunda Trek

The word Bhairav Kunda is derived from the world’s oldest language ‘Sanskrit’. The ‘Bhairav’ mean the angry and ferocious form of Shiva, while ‘Kunda’ means pond. Due to its tantric connotations, Bhairav Kunda is a favored pilgrimage site for the Dhami-Jhnakris of Nepal. It is believed that they can communicate with spirits of the netherworld. Both Hindus and Buddhist devotees visit this high altitude holy mountain lake to pay respect and take bathe to wash away sins during every Bhadra (August) Full Moon. On the top of this, the ethnic settlements have preserved its original culture, tradition an lifestyle. Bhairav Kunda Trek is an opportunity to get familiar with the locals, their culture, and tradition. Your trail winds along an old trade route between Nepal and Tibet through a number of unspoiled Buddhist villages, past shortens and Sherpa houses.

Best time to travel

Every year thousands of Hindu pilgrims visit Bhairav Kunda during the full moon in the month of ‘Bhadra’ (August). The trekking is possible throughout the year. However, the suitable time for this trekking is spring and autumn. It is better to avoid this trek in the monsoon as the trails become slippery and will be risky.

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA) Kathmandu.

Day 2 Trek preparation and Kathmandu Valley Sihgtseeing tour.

Day 3 Kathmandu (1350m.) - Jalbire (1000m.) Drive by Bus about 4-5 hours.

Day 4 Jalbire - Chanaute (1350m.) 4hours walk.

Day 5 Chanaute - Khani Gaon (2000m.) 6hours walk.

Day 6 Rest day with Local Village sightseeing.

Day 7 Khani Gaun - Forest Camp (3150m.) 6-7 hours walk.

Day 8 Forest Camp - Pati (3765m.) 5 hours walk.

Day 9 Pati - Bhairab Kunda (4250m.) 3 hours walk.

Day 10 Bhairab Kunda - Sherpa Gaun (2500m.) After Sunrise view 6-7 hours walk.

Day 11 Sherpa Gaun - Larcha (1500m.) and visit Hot spring (Kodari highway).

Day 12 Larcha - Kathmandu drive by bus 5-6 hours.

Day 13 Leisure day in Kathmandu.

Day 14 Transfer to international airport for your final departure. Farewell.

Trip Includes

  • All ground transport in a private vehicle including airport transfers.
  • 3-star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast.
  • Kathmandu city tours, including all entry fees, tour guide and private transportation.
  • Three daily meals with tea/coffee (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek.
  • Snacks of seasonal fruits during the trek.
  • An experienced, English-speaking and government-licensed trek leader and assistant trek leader(4 trekkers: 1 assistant guide).
  • Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter).
  • Down jacket and sleeping bag (to be returned after trip completion).
  • All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (ACAP, TIMS).
  • First aid medicine kit.
  • All government and local taxes.

Trip Excludes

  • Nepalese visa fee.
  • Meals not specified in the in the above itinerary.
  • Personal Travel insurance.
  • International airfare.
  • Excess baggage charges.
  • Travel and rescue insurance.
  • Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc).
  • Tips for guide(s), porter(s) and driver(s).

Bhairav Kunda trek is a newly opened trekking destination known for exploring lake named ‘Bhairav Kunda’at an altitude (4,240m) in Sindhupalchok district. Bhairav Kunda Trek can be classified as pilgrimage trek as it takes you to the petrified pilgrimage site.  The route has been able to preserve its uniqueness intact. Along with serene lake, one can see the dense rhododendron forests, lush valleys, and beautiful mountains.

Besides the divine journey, this trek offers Mountain views of Rolwaling range, Dorje Lakpa (6,966m), Phurbi Ghhyachu (6,637m), Madiya (6,257m),  Jugal Himal and the magnificent Tibetan Himalayan range. You can also observe close-up views of different Glaciers and Tibetan plateaus. It will be best trekking destination to explore and observe its vicinity. Furthermore, moving downward to Sherpa Gaon you can travel around the dense forest with the splendid range of Jugal Himal. Many other tourists join along the trek to explore the typical culture and view of some awe-inspiring Himalayan range.

Highlights of Bhairav Kunda Trek

The word Bhairav Kunda is derived from the world’s oldest language ‘Sanskrit’. The ‘Bhairav’ mean the angry and ferocious form of Shiva, while ‘Kunda’ means pond. Due to its tantric connotations, Bhairav Kunda is a favored pilgrimage site for the Dhami-Jhnakris of Nepal. It is believed that they can communicate with spirits of the netherworld. Both Hindus and Buddhist devotees visit this high altitude holy mountain lake to pay respect and take bathe to wash away sins during every Bhadra (August) Full Moon. On the top of this, the ethnic settlements have preserved its original culture, tradition an lifestyle. Bhairav Kunda Trek is an opportunity to get familiar with the locals, their culture, and tradition. Your trail winds along an old trade route between Nepal and Tibet through a number of unspoiled Buddhist villages, past shortens and Sherpa houses.

Best time to travel

Every year thousands of Hindu pilgrims visit Bhairav Kunda during the full moon in the month of ‘Bhadra’ (August). The trekking is possible throughout the year. However, the suitable time for this trekking is spring and autumn. It is better to avoid this trek in the monsoon as the trails become slippery and will be risky.

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA) Kathmandu.

Day 2 Trek preparation and Kathmandu Valley Sihgtseeing tour.

Day 3 Kathmandu (1350m.) - Jalbire (1000m.) Drive by Bus about 4-5 hours.

Day 4 Jalbire - Chanaute (1350m.) 4hours walk.

Day 5 Chanaute - Khani Gaon (2000m.) 6hours walk.

Day 6 Rest day with Local Village sightseeing.

Day 7 Khani Gaun - Forest Camp (3150m.) 6-7 hours walk.

Day 8 Forest Camp - Pati (3765m.) 5 hours walk.

Day 9 Pati - Bhairab Kunda (4250m.) 3 hours walk.

Day 10 Bhairab Kunda - Sherpa Gaun (2500m.) After Sunrise view 6-7 hours walk.

Day 11 Sherpa Gaun - Larcha (1500m.) and visit Hot spring (Kodari highway).

Day 12 Larcha - Kathmandu drive by bus 5-6 hours.

Day 13 Leisure day in Kathmandu.

Day 14 Transfer to international airport for your final departure. Farewell.

Trip Includes

  • All ground transport in a private vehicle including airport transfers.
  • 3-star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast.
  • Kathmandu city tours, including all entry fees, tour guide and private transportation.
  • Three daily meals with tea/coffee (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek.
  • Snacks of seasonal fruits during the trek.
  • An experienced, English-speaking and government-licensed trek leader and assistant trek leader(4 trekkers: 1 assistant guide).
  • Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter).
  • Down jacket and sleeping bag (to be returned after trip completion).
  • All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (ACAP, TIMS).
  • First aid medicine kit.
  • All government and local taxes.

Trip Excludes

  • Nepalese visa fee.
  • Meals not specified in the in the above itinerary.
  • Personal Travel insurance.
  • International airfare.
  • Excess baggage charges.
  • Travel and rescue insurance.
  • Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc).
  • Tips for guide(s), porter(s) and driver(s).

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