Honey Hunting Karapu Hill Trekking

Honey Hunting Karapu Hill Trekking

The team of Blossom Expeditions is always trying to explore innovative and new Trekking areas. After our exploration, we have crafted the awesome Honey Hunting Karapu Hill Trekking in Annapurna Region. Karapu Hill trekking area is located in the southern part of the Annapurna Himalayan range. If you are looking for alternative off-the-beaten-track trekking into the wilderness area. Then definitely Honey Hunting Karapu Hill Trek is the best. A trek is really a great option for Trekkers, Those who want to skip crowded Annapurna Base Camp and Annapurna Circuit trekking and want to enjoy a serene environment and beautiful nature. During this unique Honey Hunting Karapu Hill Trek, you will see a thrilling wild Bee Honey harvesting action in an overhang clip, as well as an opportunity to observe Gurung people’s daily activities, culture, and Homestay experience.

After a 7-8 hour Jeep journey from the capital city of Kathmandu, we reach to Ghalegaon and from where the actual Ghalegaon Karapu Hill Trek begins. Ghalegaon, where we experience the local hospitality of the Gurung people and a cultural show. Ghalegaon is located on top of the hill and provides amazing Mountain views of Manaslu, Himal Chuli, Ngadi Chuli, Lamjung Himal, and neighboring foothills. The trail goes through several large Gurung villages including Bhujung.

Bhujung is one of the largest Gurung villages in the area with more than 400 households. That picturesque settlement is surprisingly peaceful and well facilitated by electricity, cable car for carrying the daily supply, health post, and bank. From Bhujung village, we will be going to see thrilling Honey Harvesting action from the overhanging cliff.

The Honey Hunting Karapu Hill Trek continues to the west, climbing through the lush green forest of Rhododendron and Oak to the top of the Karapu Hill approximately 3000m. Karapu Hill is the focal point of this trek and it provides absolutely, stunning views of snowy peaks including all the Annapurnas, Manaslu, Ngadi Chuli, Himal Chuli, Buddha Himal, and Manaslu North. You will definitely, appreciate the majestic Himalayas, all-encompassing views. The glorious view of sunrise illuminates the whole area in the morning and can see perfect sunset view as well.

The Honey Hunting Ghalegaon-Karapu Hill Trekking continues further west pass by another large Gurung village, Tanding located just below the towering Annapurna-II, IV, and Lamjung Himal. There are several options for finishing the trek depending on plans for the next part of your vacation. Blossom Expeditions will customize regarding to your requirement.

Trip Itinerary

Day-1 Arriving in KTM and transfer to hotel-1300m.
Day-2 Sightseeing around KTM (Boddhanath biggest Buddhist temple in the world, Pashupatinath the very important temple for Hindus and Patan Darbar squire.
Day-3 Drive to Ghalegaon by four-wheel drive-2070m. 7-8 hours
Day-4 Trek to Bhujung-1650m. 3-4 hours
Day-5 Honey harvesting Day
Day-6 Trek to Pasgaon-1640m. 5-6 hours
Day-7 Trek to Upper Kharka-2600m. 7-8 hours
Day-8 Trek to Dharmasala-2900m. 3-4 hours
Day-9 Trek to Tanding-1650m. 3-4 hours
Day-10 Drive to Pokhara-820m.
Day-11 Sightseeing around Pokhara and rest
Day-12 Fly to KTM
Day-13 Departure to Home

Cost Includes

  • Five-night Accommodations in Kathmandu and Pokhara at the three-star standard hotel including Breakfast
  • Three-time food (breakfast, lunch, and Dinner) with Tea or Coffee including hot water during the Trekking (prepared by own Cook).
  • Accommodation on Tent sharing basis during the trip and Homestay
  • Guide, Cook Kitchen Staff and porter’s wages, food, accommodation, and insurance on Trekking.
  • Transfer KTM-Ghalegaon by 4 wheel Jeep.
  • Airfare Pokhara-KTM including Guide
  • Transfer from Lamakhet to Pokhara by Bus or Jeep
  • Conservation and TIMS cards Fee
  • Domestic airport tax
  • Airport Transfer
  • Tour Guide and transfer for sightseeing in KTM Only Transfer in Pokhara
  • Staff transfer.
  • A fee of Honey hunting for the local community.
  • Government Tax

Cost Excludes

  • Cold and hard drink and Bottle water
  • Food in KTM and Pokhara
  • Travel insurance emergency evacuation and personal medical expenses.
  • Any donation along the trail and anything that not mentioned above
  • Entrance fee for city sightseeing both KTM and Pokhara
  • Tips

Trip Facts

  • Trekking Grade: Moderate
  • Maximum elevation: 3000m.
  • Starting point: Kathmandu
  • Ending point: Pokhara
  • Duration of Trip: 13 days
  • Minimum Group Size: 4
  • Trekking mode: Camping/Home Stay

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