The Helambu trek is a short and easy trek, starting with a scenic drive from Kathmandu to Sundarijal. Trekkers meet temperate forests, snowy peaks, brilliant green valleys and experience the Yalmo culture of high mountain villages. The Sherpa village of Tarke Ghyang that forms the focus of Helambu is a charming enclave of farmers and yak herders. Mostly rhododendron forests, a variety of wild flowers and distant horizons of snowy peaks grace the trail, making you feel as if you are in Paradise.
Helambu, located just north of Kathmandu, is a standout amongst the most available trekking area in Nepal. Helambu area is loaded with terraced slants, green valleys and thick woodlands of oak, rhododendrons and pines with the scenery of the magnificent Himalayan mountains. It is well known for its sweet apples. The trail offers awe inspiring perspectives of Langtang ranges.
Helambu is home of the Hyolmo, who are mainstream for their cordiality. While on trek you will have the capacity to experience regular culture and way of life of Nepali individuals. It is captivating to watch the agriculturists drudge in the fields yet utilizing their hand-made apparatuses and water bison. The region has various Buddhist monasteries to such an extent that it is viewed as a Buddhist journey site.