# Kathmandu: Dudhkunda Lake 10-Day Trek with Guide

**Category:** Adventure
**Location:** Kathmandu, Nepal
**Duration:** 240 hours
**Price:** from USD 1307.51 per participant

## About

Begin your adventure with a scenic drive from Kathmandu to Phaplu, the gateway to the Solu region. From here, walk through traditional Sherpa villages such as Ringmu and Junbesi, dense forests of rhododendron and pine, and high alpine pastures leading to Sarsar Beni, the base for Dudhkunda Lake.

The landscapes vary dramatically—from river valleys and terraced fields to rocky high-altitude terrain with breathtaking mountain panoramas.

The heart of the journey is the visit to Dudhkunda Lake, surrounded by the majestic peaks of Numbur Himal, Karyalung, and other snow-capped summits. Pilgrims visit this holy lake during Janai Purnima and other festival periods to seek blessings, wash away sins, and offer prayers. The calmness, spirituality, and pristine beauty of the lake area make this day an unforgettable experience.

Culturally, the Dudhkunda Trek is a rare opportunity to explore the warm hospitality and traditions of the Sherpa community, one of the most respected mountain ethnic groups in Nepal. Villages like Junbesi are home to centuries-old monasteries, prayer wheels, mani walls, and fluttering prayer flags. Witness daily Sherpa life, traditional architecture, and ancient Buddhist practices that have been preserved for generations.


Trip Itinerary:

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu

Day 02: Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing

Day 03: Drive Kathmandu to Phaplu by sharing local Jeep (9–10 hrs)

Day 04: Trek to Ringmu (2750m, 4–5 hrs)

Day 05: Trek to Sarsar Beni (3835m, 6–7 hrs)

Day 06: Hike to Dudhkunda Lake (4560m) and Return to Sarsar Beni (8–9 hrs)

Day 07: Trek to Junbesi

Day 08: Trek to Phaplu

Day 09: Drive to Kathmandu by Sharing local Jeep

Day 10: Departure

## What's included

- Scenic drive from Kathmandu to Phaplu
- Trek through traditional Sherpa villages
- Visit to Dudhkunda Lake
- Cultural immersion in Sherpa community
- Views of Numbur Himal and Karyalung peaks
- Meals
- Guide
- Accommodation
- All entry fees
- Immerse yourself in Sherpa culture and explore traditional villages
- Trek through diverse landscapes, from forests to high-altitude terrain
- Visit the sacred Dudhkunda Lake, surrounded by majestic peaks
- Experience the warm hospitality of the Sherpa community
- Discover centuries-old monasteries and ancient Buddhist practices

## What's not included

- Personal expenses
- Trekking Equipments
- Food in Kathmandu (Lunch and Dinner)
- Tea, Coffee, Hot water, Shower and WI-FI during the trekking
- Travel insurance
- Tipping for guide

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## Booking

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