Bhairabkunda Trekking

Bhairabkunda Trekking

Bhairab Kunda trekking is a newly-opened trek in Nepal. Bhairab Kunda is named after a holy lake, Bhairab and lies to the north-east of Kathmandu. Bhairav Kunda is a holy lake named lord Shiva the "Bhairav" who in this particular form is God of destruction, destroying both good and evil. It is also the sacred pilgrimage site for spiritualists; which is named after the destructive feature of Holy Lord Shiva. People believe that plunging yourself in this Kunda (lake) will take away your sins, therefore many Hindu and Buddhist devotees visit and pay homage to this holy lake. Except Bhairab lake, there also lies another popular lake which is called Panch Pokhari. Both places are off the beaten path and the trekkers must be self-sufficient with camping gear and Nepalese crews.

The starting point of Bhairab trekking is from Jalbire, a small trading town accessible from Kathmandu by road. While trekking in this wilderness area one can observe the lifestyle of the local people, their culture, and tradition and immerse oneself in the beauty of nature. From the top ridge of Bhairab Kunda one can have a full glimpse of Rolwaling range, Jugal Himal and some of the Tibetan mountains as well.

We all know a powerful earthquake of 7.8 magnitude shook Nepal on the 25th of April 2015 causing many human casualties and destroying some trekking areas. However, We will operate trekking in Ganesh Himal, Ruby Valley, Bhairab Kunda and Pach Pokhari areas accommodated by tented camping or basic tea house/home stay.  

Day by day itinerary

Day 01: Kathmandu (1350m) to Jalbire (1000m), drive by Bus about 4-5 hours, overnight basic tea house or camp.

Day 02: Jalbire to Chanaute (1350m.) 4 hours walk, overnight basic tea house or camp.

Day 03: Chanaute to Khani Gaon (2000m) 6 hours walk, overnight basic tea house or camp.

Day 04: Rest day with Local Village sightseeing, overnight basic tea house or camp.

Day 05: Khani Gaun to Forest Camp (3150m) 6-7 hours walk, overnight basic tea house or camp.

Day 06: Forest Camp to Pati (3765m) 5 hours walk, overnight basic tea house or camp.

Day 07: Pati - Bhairab Kunda (4250m) 3 hours walk, overnight basic tea house or camp.

Day 08: Bhairab Kunda to Sherpa Gaun (2500m) After Sunrise view 6-7 hours walk, overnight basic tea house or camp.

Day 09: Sherpa Gaun to Larcha (1500m) and visit Hot spring (Kodari highway), overnight basic tea house or camp.

Day 10: Larcha to Kathmandu drive by bus 5-6 hours, overnight hotel.