Balthali Village Trek is one of the major trekking routes in Kathmandu Valley, the longstanding center of culture, trade, and learning in Nepal. The small settlement of Balthali village (1,730 m.) stands on a plateau just beyond Panauti, about 40 Km away from Kathmandu. The village is situated at the junction of Roshi and Ladku rivers. This exceptional hamlet stands at an outstanding place of isolation and relaxation amidst typical Nepali countryside surroundings with terraced rice fields and ochre thatched farm houses.
The area surrounding Balthali is thickly forested with plentiful floras, colorful rhododendron,and sal trees covering the hills. Witness panoramic Himalayan peak views in the north horizon and luscious green terrace fields. After dusk, the valley below Balthali Village comes alive with a myriad of flickering lights. The trek introduces you to the village culture and helps to promote village tourism in Nepal.
This “off-the-beaten-track” experience has endless trails leading to some ethnic tribes and offering excellent short hiking and mountain biking. There are a number of excellent short and long hikes from a day to 5 days within Balthali Village.
The snowy peaks of Dorjee Lhakpa, Langtang and the mountain ranges rest clear and bright on the northern horizon, while the views in the opposite direction are dominated by high hills of the lush green Maharabharat Range. The region is thickly forested with luxuriant growth of various floras. Colorful rhododendron, Mangolia and Sal trees cover the hill that undulates and opens out to terrace fields. Nature lovers and bird watchers can spend days exploring and discovering some exceptional species of wildlife.
Many sacred and ancient temples and monasteries such as Namo Buddha, Indreshwar Mahadev Temple, Brahmayani Temple are located in this region as well.
Day 01: Drive to Namo Buddha (1982 m.) and then to Balthali (1,730 m.)
Day 02: Balthali Village Sightseeing
Day 03: Balthali Village Sightseeing
Day 04: Balthali Village Sightseeing
Day 05: Balthali to Panauti (around 1400 m.)and then to Kathmandu.
Note: It is possible to combine with some other activities such as white water rafting and wildlife safari. The itinerary can be customized according to your duration of holiday.
Day 01: Drive to Namo Buddha (1982 m.) and then to Balthali (1,730 m.)
After breakfast we drive to Namo Buddha (1982 m), situated on hill above Panauti. It takes about 2 and half hours to reach to Namo Buddha. There is an amazing legend related to the Buddha, which is commemorated by an ancient stone slab and a stupa with the all-seeing eyes of Lord Buddha. Later, we walk another three hours and reach the enchanting Balthali village offering excellent mountain views at an altitude of 1,730m. Overnight in Balthali Village Resort. Balthali Village resort is certainly not an ordinary place as many hotels and resorts have mushroomed extensively over the years. It is a very simple, unconventional, yet comfortable retreat centre with full modern amenities of western style toilets and attached bath rooms, hot and cold shower flows freely and tasty Nepalese traditional, organic cuisine is served at large by the friendly, hospitable and smiling local staff. The bar is fully stocked with local wines and native brews.
Day 02: Balthali Village Sightseeing
Today you will visit a typical Tamang village, Dada Gaun, where a Buddhist Community lives. It is very traditional and secluded from the modern world. Here people and animals live together side by side. We then walk to Pada Gaun (2100m), from where one can have extremely good views of the whole Himalayan range to north and beautiful green forest of Mahabharat. The walk on to Karnali, a hamlet of nature, and follow the banks of the Ladku River back to the resort.
Day 03: Balthali Village Sightseeing
Hike to Thumki Hill (2100m.) and back to the resort.
Day 04: Balthali Village Sightseeing
Explore to Kamidanda or Lukuwa Bhanjyang and back to resort
Day 05: Balthali to Panauti (around 1400 m.)and then to Kathmandu.
Today, we take leisurely walk to the thriving Newari village of Panauti. Panauti is wedged between the Punyamata and Roshi streams. Panauti forms the shape of a triangle with a serpent (naga) idol standing at each of its three corners to protect from floods. Pride of this place goes to the massive, three-tired Indreshwor Mahadev. Some authorities believe this to be the original structure that was raised here in 1294 AD, which would make it the oldest surviving Nepal. The shrine area at the sacred confluence called the Khware’, is one of those tranquil spots that can intercept a dreamer for hours. On the way one can have an opportunity to come across lovely temples and interesting old houses, particularly beautiful areas some fourteenth century wooden temple struts. Having taken about six hours on foot journey, we drive to Kathmandu.
Note: It is possible to combine with some other activities such as white water rafting and wildlife safari. The itinerary can be customized according to your duration of holiday
Snow Leopard Trek Pvt. Ltd. is a fully established company in operation since 1985 and registered in September 1987 with the Department of Tourism/Dept.
NAXAL, KATHMANDU, NEPAL P.O. Box: 1811
Tel: 977-1-4534632, 4534619, 4534560
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