Bhimtang Trek Itinerary: A Place Yet to be Fully Discovered!

Bhimtang Trek Itinerary: A Place Yet to be Fully Discovered! Overview

On the way to the Manaslu region, lies a place that is less explored where trekkers spend the night while hiking back from Larkya pass and Tsum Valley Trek. Bhimtang cannot be described in words because they don’t do justice for what it is. Nestling in the abode of Mount Manaslu, the smell of fresh mountain air, and pristine nature all sets you on a peaceful and admiring mode naturally. This trek is an opportunity to devour yourself with the amazing views of snow-capped mountains like Manaslu, Kangaru, Ponkar, and Himlchuli. Though it is a newly discovered trail, it is slowly gaining its popularity and soon will be counted among the best treks in Nepal.

1. day 1

   Pokhara/Kathmandu to Chyamche (1370 m)

   Trek Duration	8 hours drive + 2 hours hike

   On the first day of our journey to Bhimtang, we take a bus drive to Syange, Lamjung. From Kathmandu it takes about 8 hours to reach whereas from Pokhara it takes around 5 hours.

   From Syange we hike for 2hours to reach Chyamche.

   • • Overnight stay at a teahouse
   • • Included meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
2. day 2

   Chyamche to Dharapani (1860 m)

   Highest Altitude	1860 m
   Trek Duration	5-6 hours

   Passing through the villages of Chamche we come across Chamche waterfall which is huge and beautiful and cuts the road right through. To experience this waterfall is a refreshment in itself. We then walk by the mountainside where the trail ascends with stone steps and descends and continues likewise. It takes about 5 to 6hours to reach Dharapani.

   • • Overnight stay at a teahouse
   • • Included meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
3. day 3

   Dharapani to Gho (2515 m)

   Highest Altitude	2515 m
   Trek Duration	5-6 hours

   From Dharapani we head towards Gho which takes about 5-6 hours. Walking by the mountainside and views of rivers we have to cross two bridges over the Marsyangdi River. The trail ascends from Dharapani (1963m) to Gho (2515m).

   • • Overnight stay at a tea house
   • • Included meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
4. day 4

   Gho to Bhimtang (3700 m)

   Highest Altitude	3700 m
   Trek Duration	4-5 hours

   Gho to Bhimtang route is so beautiful that you start to realize how it feels to be all out in what you call true nature.

   From Gho, we walk through dense forests with tall mountain views and huge rocks on the way to reach Surki. Further on, with Marsyangdi River gushing, we walk by her side experiencing the intensity of life. After one and a half hours of hiking, we will reach Yak Kharka and have our lunch there. Spotting Manaslu on the way will inspire you to get going. After about 2 hours of hiking, we will reach Bhimtang where the nature and views will leave you spellbound.

   The rawness and intensity of the huge forest, the massive sound of the river flowing in full force, the glorious Manaslu Himal standing unapologetically strong, are the intoxicants of life you will be blessed with on the way to Bhimtang.

   • • Overnight stay at a tea house
   • • Included meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
5. day 5

   Explore Bhimtang (Trip to Ponkar Lake 4100 m)

   Highest Altitude	4100 m
   Trek Duration	2-3 hours

   On the 5th day, we will explore Bhimtang of which beauty can’t be absorbed in a single day. We will try to pay as much reverence to the place as we can by visiting the eminent places Bhimtang is embellished with, which are Ponker lake, Ponker glacier, Nayamlo lake. While hiking around Bhimtang we can see mountains including Manaslu, Lamjung Himal, and Himchuli. This will be our second night in Bhimtang.

   • • Overnight stay at a tea house
   • • Included meal (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
6. day 6

   Bhimtang to Dharapani (1860 m)

   Trek Duration	7-8 hours

   We will hike back to Dharapani from Bhimtang following the same route. We begin by walking across the pasture land and descending to the valley of Budhi Khola.

   We walk further crossing the river and walking through the rhododendron forests. After a couple of hours of hike, we reach Tije, where there is an apple orchard. Also, Tije is famous for its wine. We trek for another hour to reach Dharapani.

   • • Overnight stay at a tea house
   • • Included meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
7. day 7

   Dharapani to Besisahar

   Trek Duration	9-10 hours

   From Dharapani, we return to Besisahar by jeep. The roads are not in good condition because of heavy rainfall last year, river Marsyangdi flooded through the Tal valley and caused much destruction.

   • • Overnight stay at a lodge
   • • Included meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
8. day 8

   Besisahar to Pokhara/Kathmandu

   Trek Duration	6-7 hours

   Taking a bus from Besisahar we back back to Pokhara/Kathmandu.

   • • Overnight stay at a hotel
   • • Included meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)