Api Base Camp Kali Dhunga Trek 21 Days 20 Night

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300 m)
Following your arrival time at Tribhuwan International Airport, our company representatives will be there for your warm welcome and to shift you towards luxury tourist standard hotel. Therefore, we plan on gathering at our office discuss upcoming trek.

Day 02: Drive / Fly Kathmandu to Nepalgunj (517 km) – (1 hour flight, 10 / 11 hrs drive)
Our journey begins with a drive of flight from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj. It will take approximately ten to eleven hours to reach Nepalgunj by road which may be tiresome to someone whereas it will take one hour to reach Nepalgunj from Kathmandu by flight. Overnight at hotel

Day 03: Drive from Nepalgunj to Mahendranagar (219 km) – 3 / 4 hrs drive
After breakfast, we head towards Mahendranagar. After three to four hours drive we reach Mahendranagar from Nepalgunj. Overnight at hotel.

Day 04: Drive from Mahendranagar to Gokuleshwor (290 km) – 5 / 6 hrs drive
Leaving Mahendranagar, we move forward to reach Gokuleshwor which can be reached in five to six hours drive. Overnight at camp.

Day 05: Trek from Gokuleshwor to Karkale (900 m) – 2 / 3 hrs walk
Today, the first day of our trek begins. We will hike through an area with picturesque peak view and striking landscape. We will have to make about 2 hours straight walk and reach Karkale, where we will stay overnight at camp.

Day 06: Trek from Karkale trek to Chiureni (1100 m) – 6 / 7 hrs walk
Commencing our trek from Karlkale, we will walk through stunning villages and farmland. On the way, we will cross countless hanging bridges. After walking for six to seven hours, we will reach Chiureni. In Nepali, Chiuri means butter tree. This place is famous for butter trees so the name comes after it. We will see many butter trees around our campsite and stay overnight at camp.

Day 07: Trek from Chiureni trek to Makarighat (1800 m) – 6 / 7hrs walk
On this day our trekking trail follows the Chamliya Khola moving ahead from Chiureni. The trail goes to straight and some part narrow. Overnight at camp.

Day 08: Acclimatization at Makarighat
Today is the rest day after two long trekking days. You can explore the beauty of Makarighat on this day.

Day 09: Trek from Makarighat trek to Seti (2800 m) – 6 / 7 hrs walk
The trail today is ascending. We have to walk frequently uphill and climb up to 1200m. On the way we will see some villages and observe that settlements are very scattered. We can see pleasant Mountain View while walking for about six to seven hours. Overnight at camp

Day 10: Trek from Seti to Lawathi (3000 m) – 4 hrs walk
Leaving Seti, the trail goes up and move down again for about 2 hours then we will reach Lawathi. This is the last village of this trek and this place is known as Saheb Bagarâ. Many years ago, trekkers were staying at that place so local people started to call this place “Saheb Bagar”. From here trail goes to uphill and walk through dense jungle reaching Lawathi where you will spend your overnight.

Day 11: Trek from Lawathi to Simar (3300 m) – 5 / 6 hrs walk
Commencing trek from Lawathi, we hike through thick jungle. The trail goes tenderly up hill. During the summer season there are a lot of kinds of plant which can be seen in this area. The name of plant calle “Yarsagumba” which is kind of Viagra.

Day 12: Trek from Simar to Dhawaliwadar (3800 m) – 4 / 5 hrs walk
On the following day, we walk straight to Dhaliwadar. “Dhaliwadar” means cave as mentioned above in the past days nomadic people used to stay at this cave. Today we will walk through greenery forest with Mountain View and need to cross some small stream. Overnight at camp

Day 13: Trek from Dhawalidwar to Api Base Camp (4100 m) – 2 hrs walk
Ascending up for about two hours from Dhawalidwar, we will reach at Api Himal base camp. After having lunch, we will visit to view the holy lake, walk around the base camp and enjoy with stunning mountain views. Overnight at camp.

Day 14: Trek from Base Camp to Saheb Bagar (2800 m) – 6 hrs walk
Early n the morning, after breakfast we descend down to Saheb Bagar and go behind the same trail following the same path. After six hours walk, we will reach Saheb Bagar where we will stay overnight.

Day 15: Trek from Saheb Bagar to Makarighat (1800 m) – 6 / 7 hrs walk
Leaving Saheb Bagar, we move forward towards Makarighat which will take about six to seven hours to reach ou destination. Overnight at Makarighat.

Day 16: Trek from Makarighat to Bitule (1200 m) – 5 hrs walk
Following the same foot path, we walk back to Bitule chaur for about five hours. Overnight at Bitule.

Day 17: Trek from Bitule to Gokuleshwor (850 m) – 5 / 6 hrs walk
Today is the last day of our trek. We will walk through stunning villages for about six hours to reach Gokuleshwor. Overnight at Gokuleshwor.

Day 18: Drive from Gokuleshwor to Mahendranagar – 5 / 6 hrs drive
Driving back to Mahendranagar after such a wonderful trek makes such a relief. After about six hours drive, we will reach Mahendranagar where we will spend our night in one of the hotel.

Day 19: Drive from Mahendranagar to Nepalgunj – 3 / 4 hrs drive
After breakfast, we drive from Mahendranagar to Nepalgunj. The drive is short and pleasant. Overnight at Nepalgunj.

Day 20: Flight from Nepalgunj to Kathmandu
Early in the morning, fly Nepalgunj to Kathmandu.

Day 21: Departure Day
On last day focusing your time, you can go shopping to collect some gifts for your friends or family members. We help you with your necessary arrangements and pack-ups along our private vehicle transfer you to the airport focusing your departure time. Our representatives will be there to wish for your safe flight and successful steps ahead.