Overview

The High Solu / Dudh Kunda trek provides trekkers an insider look at the high mountains and remote area of Solu in the southern part of Everest region. Solu is famous for its bio-diversity, virgin landscape and mountain vistas and has many exciting attractions that are yet to be explored. The trail passes through high pasture land, authentic Sherpa villages and villages of other people providing trekkers’ an opportunity to experience the multi-culture of the region with its beautiful natural scenery.

This is truly a trek into the most beautiful and remote parts of the Himalayas via off the tourist track allowing access to hidden monasteries and a chance to experience some of the renowned Nepali hospitality and culture finally leading us to the windswept open ridges of Pike peak (4065m) and Dudh Kunda. Ascending to summit of Pike Peak (4065m) you will catch incredible panoramic views of the surrounding Himalayas including the seven above 8000 m. (Kanchenjunga, Makalu, Everest, Lhotse, Manaslu, Annapurna and Shishapangma) and many other snow capped peaks like; Gauri Shanker, Lhotse Shar, Nuptse, Ama Dablem, Numbur, Khatang , Karelung, Mera, Thamserku etc all in a horizon and feel an amazing sense of achievement as you reach the summit of Pike Peak (4065m). The region is also diverse in flora and fauna with 5 different species of rhododendrons and various wildlife. Those who visit the area in spring (mid March to April) will be highly amazed by beauty of rhododendron flowers.

After witnessing the incredible views from Pike peak (4065 m) we descend to Junbeshi a beautiful Sherpa village through forest of rhododendron, pine and fir to visit another highlight of the trek “Dudh Kunda” passing through Thupten Chholing one of the biggest and beautiful monastery in the area. Dudh Kunda literally means “Milky Lake" and is situated at the foot of Mt. Numbur and Mt. Karelung (one of the few unclimbed summits of its size left in Nepal).  It is regarded as a holy lake and devotees believe that taking a dip into this icy cold lake will absolve them from all sin therefore; religious gathering takes place every year around the end of August. Except this, the area also offers one of the best views of the surrounding mountains. Thus, this is truly a journey to a part of the world where very few people have set foot until now.

High Solu - Dudh Kunda Trek Itinerary I

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel

Day 02: Sightseeing / Free day

Day 03: Fly to Phaplu (2470m)

Day 04: Trek to Ghunsa

Day 05: Trek to Pattale

Day 06: Trek to Jhapre

Day 07: Trek to Pike Base Camp

Day 08: Climb Pike (4065 m) and trek Junbesi

Day 09: Trek to Thupten Chholing

Day 10: Trek to Sangifuk 3940 m

Day 11: Trek to Sasarabeni (3835 m)

Day 12: Hike to Dudh Kunda (4561 m) and back to Sasarabeni

Day 13: Trek to Rausasa

Day 14: Trek to Ringmu

Day 15: Trek to Phaplu (2470m) 5 hrs. Overnight at Camp / Lodge

Day 16: Fly back to Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.

Day 17: Free day in Kathmandu for Shopping

Day 18: Transfer to airport for Journey back home

High Solu - Dudh Kunda Trek Itinerary II

Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel

Day 02: Sightseeing / Trek preparation day

Day 03: Drive to Sirsay by bus and Camp at Likhu Khola River side.

Day 04: Sirsey to Pokali water fall

Day 05: Pokali water fall to Phetale

Day 06: Phetale to Chuplung

Day 07: Rest day / Explore around

Day 08: Chuplung to Kingurdingma 2740 m

Day 09: Kingurdingma to Taklung Danda 3458 m

Day 10: Taklung Danda to Pike 4065 m

Day 11: Climb Pike peak (4065 m) and trek Taktok 2890 m

Day 12: Taktok to Thupten Chholing Gompa

Day 13: Thupten Chholing to Sangifuk 3940 m via Phungmuche

Day 14: Sangifuk to Sasara Beni

Day 15: Hike to Dudh kunda and back to Sasara Beni

Day 16: Trek to Sarkaripati

Day 17; Trek to Ringmu

Day 18: Rest day / Explore around

Day 19: Trek to Phaplu

Day 20: Fly back to Kathmandu

Day 21: Free day in Kathmandu for shopping

Day 22: Transfer to airport for journey back home