Jugal Himal Trek
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Jugal Himal Trek Summary
- Trip Mode: Home Stay + Tent camping
- Jugal Peak Trek Duration: 8 Days
- High Altitude: 4,100 meters / 13,452 feet
- Trek Hour: 6 Hours
- Hiking Group – Size: 1 – 10 People
- Best Time: March, April, May, October, November and December
- Foods: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Transportation: Car/bus/Jeep
Overview
The Jugal Himal trek offers an exhilarating off the beaten path adventure north of Kathmandu, passing through the Langtang, Gaurishankar, and Rolwaling Himalayan ranges. Located in Sindhupalchok district at an elevation of 3,800 meters, Jugal Himal rises to 6,095 meters, forming a natural border between Nepal and Tibet.
It has blends wilderness exploration with cultural immersion, featuring the sacred Panch Pokhari pilgrimage route and its five holy lakes dedicated to Lord Shiva. Trekkers will witness breathtaking views of snow capped peaks like Dorje Lakpa (6,966m) and encounter diverse wildlife. It includes the barking deer, Himalayan black bears, langur monkeys, and mountain goats. The region is also home to various bird species and vibrant wildflowers.
You trek to Jugal Himal showcases a rich variety of high altitude flora including alpine grasslands, rhododendron forests, juniper trees, and medicinal herbs like yarsagumba (Cordyceps sinensis). During spring, blooming rhododendrons and wildflowers such as primroses, gentians, and edelweiss paint the rugged landscape with vibrant colors.
Ascending through the Indrawati River valley, the route leads to the Five Holy Lakes, a sacred pilgrimage site. Historically, this route served as an ancient trade route between Nepal and Tibet, where trekkers can still experience the rich traditions of the Tamang people. Aside from the winter months, the Jugal Himal trek is accessible year-round, offering a rewarding experience in every season.
How much is the Jugal Himal Trek Package Cost?
Jugal Himal trek package cost with a local travel company in Kathmandu Nepal ranges between US$ 550 to US$ 1350 per person. Typically this figure price includes transportation, a guide, porters, hotels and food accommodation and hiking permits, facilities.
We also have a special travel deal for group leaders. For example, if you could bring 10+ travelers (except you) to your trek, you are treated as a group leader. So you can hike jugal himal for 50% discounts.
However, if you’re a solo traveler or a couple seeking a more intimate adventure to Jugal himal, we offer exclusive private trips designed to elevate your trekking experience. Our private treks provide a personalized, flexible journey, allowing you to explore at your own pace without the need to join a group of unfamiliar travelers. For a truly tailored experience, a private trek is the perfect choice to meet your specific needs and preferences.
It’s a standard trip package price for a 7 days treks to Jugal Himal. If you are 2 people Jugal Himal trek cost US$ 790 for 8 days trek as given the trekking plan. We can modify the trek route and the prices as per your wishes also. Here is the price list for 8 days jugal himal base camp treks in Nepal.
Price Per Person for Jugal Himal trek for 2025 and 2026.
| Number of Tourist | Price Per Person |
|---|---|
| 1 Person | US$ 1350 |
| 2 Person | US$ 790 |
| 3 Person | US$ 785 |
| 4 to 6 person | US$ 690 |
| 7 to 9 Person | US$ 625 |
| 10 and more than 10 Person | US$ 550 |
If you’re wondering to know about what is included and what is excluded from this trip price, kindly check on the cost given on a tab button.
Itinerary
Jugal Himal trek itinerary details
8 Days Jugal Himal trek is a classic itinerary, leading adventurers to the breathtaking Jugal Peak Base Camp. This route stands out with its impressive blend of adventure and spirituality, featuring the sacred Panch Pokhari lakes, the world’s 9th highest altitude wetland.
Designed for global explorers, this trek provides an authentic Himalayan experience with a well paced travel plan. It’s the perfect choice for those seeking a less crowds yet rewarding journey through Nepal’s pristine landscapes.
1 DayArrival at Kathmandu valley. Transfer to hotel.Upon arrival in Kathmandu, Tribhuvan International Airport, we will pick you up with a private car transfer to your hotel in the vibrant area of Thamel. During your free time, you can rent or purchase any necessary trekking gear, and we’ll be happy to answer any last-minute questions you may have. In the evening, a short introduction with a guide and brief about your Jugal Himal trek package and requiring trekking gears.
Meet the entire trekking group and after a breakfast time and proceed to drive to Melamchi Bazaar. Melamchi Bazaar’s fame can be attributed to its role as a gateway to the Melamchi Valley, the significant water furnish project, cultural diversity, wandering opportunities, and the bustling local marketplace.
All these factors contribute to its appeal and make it a renowned destination for travelers seeking a exceptional and multifaceted experience in Nepal. We observe the Melamchi highway road through Sankhu and Jarshing Pauwa hills. An overland drive from Kathmandu to Melamchi and to Chhimti homestay takes seven hours roughly.
We commence the journey after breakfast from Chhimti viewing the outstanding landscapes including an artificial cascade across the river. We enjoy the step by step up rise through rocky hills, tiny hamlet like Deurali and Tuppi danda throughout the rhododendron rain forest camp at Taph Kharka. Taph Kharka is a popular as Chokar danda by local people.
A single homestay is available here where we could stay overnight and purchase foods. Many pilgrims on their way to the Panch Pokhari holy site, use to stay into the local home stays and enjoy with the great mountains view.
Today we ascent through the well developed stone stair to Nyasim Pati where we take a short break to drink Tea/coffee. Continue the journey via rocky hills to reach our destination of Panch Pokhari (panch means ‘five’ and pokhari means ‘lake’). This stunning surroundings is a secluded pilgrimage site where the Janai Purnima festival is held in August. Many Hindu and Buddhist pilgrims hike to Panch pokhari site each year and we can see two pilgrim houses and the temple dedicated to Lord Shiva.
We start to hike to viewpoint a ridgeline to catch a stunning sunrise over the mountains. Viewpoint is situated at an altitude on 4,283 meters that takes about an hour to hike from lake side lodges. Travelers can catch the glimpse of the high mountains such as Mt.Dorje Lakpa, Jugal Himal Range, Rolwaling Range, and Langtang Range including 5 sacred lakes.
Additionally, you might also walk around the lakes to watch the colorful view when the sun comes. Likewise, you can also visit the Shiva Temple before proceeding the journey. From Panch Pokhari to Mahathang has its own ups and downs full of astonishing scenic beauty. It’s a long tiring walk which has an old Tibetan Refugee Camp and also Chhandy Gomba where we stay at Tent camp.
Today, we will descend along the bank of Nyasim Khola towards Temathang station. Temathang is situated at an altitude on 2,180m, a local small Sherpa Village where you can experience the Sherpa tradition and hospitality. On reaching Temathang, you can visit around the villages and get to know their daily life. Try yourself taking a local cuisine. You can also rest and acclimatize yourself to the climate staying at home stay or at tent campsite.
Pack the camping gears and ready to leave with hiking gears to Ambakharka campsite. Follow the upward trail through rhododendron, fir and pine forests, you trek to reach Ambakharka from Temathang. On the way, you will pass the beautiful village of Nimadui and from here you have to cross Nyasam Khola. After walking for around an hour, you will reach Ambakharka. Journey form Temathang to Ambakharka is a soft adventure so it is not very difficult hiking today.
From Ambakharka, you will set up your next journey after Lunch to Bakhang Gompa, which is at an altitude of 2,400 meters. Along the trail, traveler’s will experience the beauty of Goludanda and Chakang villages and the people’s lifestyle there.
This is the final day of jugal Himal camping trekking. Our hiking team prepares a special black forest cake for a successful trip to ascend. Guest can enjoy singing top hiking songs with the entire crew member. Resham first, Pan ko pat, Simsime Panima, Maachi Kadaile…etc. are typical Nepali folk songs. Campers can enjoy singing the top trekking songs in Nepal singing in mountain hiking.
After breakfast, book your tickets back to Kathmandu city through the Araniko highway. You can do some last minute shopping for souvenirs in Thamel for your family and relatives. In the evening join a typical Nepali dinner with Gokyo Treks Nepal. Trip finish.
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Cost
How much is the Jugal Himal base camp trek package price?
8 Days Hike to Jugal Himal base camp price US$ 790 is a standard package per person on double occupancy basis. For the deluxe and luxury trekking tour, we include accommodations in a 4 to 5 star hotel in Kathmandu, featuring deluxe air conditioned rooms with breakfast. Additionally, we offer fully customizable tour plans and pricing to match your specific preferences and requirements.
Epic Jugal Himal trekking package price includes:-
- Kathmandu international airport transfer with a private vehicle car on your arrival day.
- Single night double bedroom accommodation in a tourist standard hotel in Kathmandu.
- 7 Breakfast, 7 lunch, 6 Dinner served with Tea/coffee as per given plan.
- Tent camping accommodation while you are on jugal trekking days.
- Langtang National Park entrance permits and their fees
- Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) permit fee.
- Kathmandu to Chhimti village bus transfer on a sharing basis.
- Bakhang Gompa to Kathmandu transfer with a local jeep on a sharing basis.
- English-speaking Professional certified trekking guide.
- An assistant guide will provide for 7 plus group tourists.
- Professional cook and other kitchen helpers according to the group size.
- Experienced porters (2 guests: 1 porter basis) because each porter carries a maximum of 24 kilograms.
- Salary, food, accommodation, and travel insurance for Nepali hiking crew.
- Seasonal fresh fruits like apples and pomegranates as a dessert after dinner for Jugal Himal base camp trekking.
- Agency’s duffel bag (50 liters capacity), and trek poles if Necessary – return after the trek.
- First aid medical kit including Oximeter to check your Oxygen level, Pulse rate every day to save from high altitude risk.
- Updated Jugal Himal trek map and Trek completion Certificate – keep as a souvenir.
- Nepal Government Tax, VAT, and as well as Company service charge.
Jugal Himal camping trek package excludes:
- Lunch and Dinner during the staying in Kathmandu
- Any kinds of battery charges, laundry service, phone calls…etc.
- Individual tourist personal trekking equipment .
- Personal nature expenses, all types of and bar bills.
- Travel Insurance which covers emergency rescue, evacuation, personal loss, or damage.
- All types of donations to the monastery and gifts for the monks.
- Gratuities for guide, cook, kitchen helpers, and porters [Tip is a culture, so they expect highly].
Group join
We can organize private Jugal Himal trekking starting on any date that works for you. Please contact us for more information.
FAQ
Question: Is pick up service available on my arrival day in Kathmandu?.
Answer: Yes sure! provide us with your flight details. Our representative will come to pick up you at Kathmandu international airport.
Question: Can I store my luggage/stuff in Kathmandu?
Answer: Yes, you can leave your luggage at your hotel or at our office. Store your stuff in the Gokyo Treks agency office for free.
Question: What kind of accommodation and food can I expect on my journey to jugal Himal base camp trek route?.
Answer: We provide you tourist standard accommodation in Kathmandu and you will have Tent camping accommodation along this jugal himal routes. But you need to take your own sleeping bags if you have one with you otherwise, you may rent them while you are in Kathmandu.
Likewise, our professional cook cooks a delicious range of mostly vegetarian such as Pasta, tuna bakes, noodles, potatoes, eggs, curry rice, bread, soups, and fresh vegetable. Dinner and breakfast are provided in the same lodge you spend the night every day and Lunch provides on the way to the next place where you hike.
Question: Will I have opportunity to find a shower along this Jugal Himal camping trek?.
Answer: As we go in a camping trekking, we provide you with a hot water bucket for a shower.
Question: How do I get drinking water on express Jugal Himal trekking?
Answer: We provide Aqua tablets to purify water, ensuring safe drinking water is readily available at campsites and during hikes.
Question: Can I charge my digital camera or mobile phone?.
Answer: During tent camping treks, opportunities to charge batteries are extremely limited on your Jugal base camp camp trekking. Therefore, it is highly advisable to bring an extra pair of batteries or travel equipped with a portable power bank for uninterrupted use of your devices.
Question: Are there any communication facilities on Jugal trekking?.
Answer: Yes, communication facilities are available on the Jugal Base Camp trekking route, but coverage can be limited in remote areas. In lower regions, mobile networks like Ncell and NTC provide decent connectivity, while higher altitudes may have weak or no signals. Purchasing a local SIM card, especially NTC (Nepal Telecom), is recommended for better coverage, but a satellite phone may be necessary in the most isolated sections. WiFi is rare, and where available, it comes at an additional cost.
Question: When should I book my trip and what are the payment terms?
Answer: Gokyo Treks Agency highly recommends booking your Jugal Himal trek early to secure your plans smoothly. If needed, you can modify your travel dates up to 50 days before departure. While we strive to accommodate last minute bookings, a 15% advance deposit is required to confirm your reservation. The remaining balance can be settled upon your arrival in Kathmandu, ensuring a hassle free experience.
Question: Who will carry my luggage?
Answer: We do provide porters to transfer your luggage on your trek to Jugal Himal. As we are a responsible trekking tour operator agency, each of our porters carries a maximum of 25 kilos of your backpack which means 2 guests (12.5 kg luggage of each guest): 1 porter basis.
Question: How much distance do I walk each day?
Answer: When walking in the mountains, the distance you cover each day can vary greatly due to gradient, terrain, and altitude. As such it is very hard to give specific distances for each day, however, you have to be prepared to walk for roughly about 5 hours each day.
Question: Do I need walking poles?.
Answer: Using walking poles is highly advisable, particularly when exploring the Jugal Base Camp, as they enhance balance and stability on diverse terrains. learn to use trekking poles effectively, whether on trails or uneven paths, you can reduce the risk of slips and falls. While they are strongly advised for added safety, their use is not mandatory.
Question: How much additional money do I need per day?
Answer: In addition to tipping your guide and porters, set aside $7 to $10 per day for personal expenses. This covers bottled water, chocolates, tea, coffee, and other drinks during your trek. It’s best to carry local Nepali currency for convenience, ensuring seamless transactions along the route.
Jugal Himal base camp trek highlights
- Explore the less traveled Jugal Himal region, offering an authentic trekking experience.
- Visit the holy five lakes, the 9th highest wetland in the world, dedicated to Lord Shiva.
- Enjoy breathtaking views of peaks like Dorje Lakpa and the Jugal Himal range.
- Experience the vibrant Tamang culture and interact with local communities.
- Encounter diverse wildlife, including barking deer, Himalayan black bears, and unique bird species.
- Trek through alpine meadows, rhododendron forests, and wildflower filled landscapes.
- Reach impressive altitudes, testing your endurance and offering unforgettable panoramas.
- Walk along historical trade routes and sacred pilgrimage paths leading to the holy lakes.
When to go [ Best time to visit]
The best time to visit Jugal Himal for trekking is during the autumn months of September to November and the spring months of March to May. These seasons offer stable weather, clear skies, and moderate temperatures, providing optimal conditions for trekking and enjoying the scenic views of the Jugal Himal range.
Trek to Jugal Himal difficulty and require physical fitness
Trek to Jugal Himal is a moderately difficult, requiring a good level of physical fitness and stamina. It involves navigating varied terrain, including steep ascents and descents, as well as crossing rivers and occasionally rough paths. Adequate preparation with cardiovascular exercises and strength training will help trekkers enjoy the trek comfortably and safely.
Notes for Jugal Himal trekkers!
Jugal Himal trek information as stated above is just a standard template plan. It’s possible to modify at your request to accommodate your specific requirements. Local politics, landslides, cancellation of local flights, weather, transport, or a multitude of other factors that are beyond our control can result in a change of itinerary during on trip.
It is, however, very incredible that the itinerary would be extensively altered. If alterations are necessary the leader will decide the best alternative option, taking into consideration the best interests of the whole group. When a change does occur, we do everything we can to minimize its effect, but we cannot be responsible for the results of changes or delays.
What makes the jugal Himal trek special?
Hike to the Jugal Himal stands out as a special route due to its stunning natural beauty, tranquility, diverse landscapes, and unique wildlife. It offers an unforgettable experience for those seeking an off the beaten path adventure in the Himalayas.
At Gokyo Treks and Expedition, we prioritize quality services, ensuring your safety and satisfaction throughout your journey. Our team consists of professional, experienced, and licensed local guides who are intimately familiar with the destinations we explore. Specializing in off-the-beaten-path treks like Jugal Himal, we have earned a strong reputation for highlighting the trek’s most scenic viewpoints, such as the stunning Panch Pokhari. Our guides are highly regarded for crafting unforgettable experiences, making each trek a truly unique adventure.
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