Kalinchowk Trek - Itinerary | Adventure Mountain Treks

Day 01 Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel.

Duration: Approx. 20-30 minutes drive
Distance: Approx. 7 km

Our company representative will welcome you at Tribhuwan International Airport and drive you by private vehicle to hotel. Preparation and briefing about the trip.

Teahouses/ Lodges BB/ Full Board Hotel

Day 02 Drive from Kathmandu to Barabise.

Duration: Approx. 5-6 hrs drive
Distance: Approx. 111 km

Scenic northeast along the Arniko Highway. Enjoy views of rivers, terraced fields, and distant hills.

Teahouses/ Lodges BB/ Full Board Barabise (819 m/2,686 ft)

Day 03 Trek from Barabise to Ahgeri Kharka.

Duration: Approx. 6-7 hrs trek
Distance: Approx. 10.8 km

Gradual uphill through forests and traditional Tamang villages. Beautiful landscape and cultural immersion.

Teahouses/ Lodges BB/ Full Board Ahgeri Kharka (1,035m/3,394ft)

Day 04 Trek from Ahgeri Kharka to Biku Gompa.

Duration: Approx. 6-7 hrs trek
Distance: Approx. 11 km

Trek past prayer flags and hillside settlements. Visit the remote Biku monastery.

Teahouses/ Lodges BB/ Full Board Biku Gompa (2,310 m/7,576 ft)

Day 05 Trek from Biku Gompa to Shigate.

Duration: Approx. 6-7 hrs trek
Distance: Approx. 10 km

Trail enters alpine zone with rhododendron forests. Stunning views of Gaurishankar Himal.

Teahouses/ Lodges BB/ Full Board Shigate (2,654 m/8,705 ft)

Day 06 Rest and acclimatization. Free exploration around Shigate.

Explore local surroundings. Enjoy panoramic views and acclimatize to altitude.

Teahouses/ Lodges BB/ Full Board Shigate (2,654 m/8,705 ft)

Day 07 Trek from Shigate to Junggepati.

Duration: Approx. 5 hrs trek
Distance: Approx. 9 km

Easy day over ridgeline trails with incredible Himalayan vistas.

Teahouses/ Lodges BB/ Full Board Junggepati (2,980 m/9,774 ft)

Day 08 Trek from Junggepati to Kali Pokhari.

Duration: Approx. 6-7 hrs trek
Distance: Approx. 10.3 km

Walk through thick forest and yak pastures to sacred Kali Pokhari Lake.

Teahouses/ Lodges BB/ Full Board Kali Pokhari (3,210 m/10,528 ft)

Day 09 Trek from Kali Pokhari to Kalinchok Temple.

Duration: Approx. 4 hrs trek
Distance: Approx. 7 km

Steep final ascent to Kalinchok Bhagwati Temple. Enjoy 360° mountain views (Langtang, Gaurishankar).

Teahouses/ Lodges BB/ Full Board Kalinchok Temple (3,790 m/12,431 ft)

Day 10 Trek from Kalinchok than to Charikot Bazaar.

Duration: Approx. 6-7 hrs trek
Distance: Approx. 12 km

Descend past alpine meadows and village trails. Reach the bustling town of Charikot.

Teahouses/ Lodges BB/ Full Board Charikot Bazaar (1,554 m/5,097 ft).

Day 11 Drive from Charikot back to Kathmandu.

Duration: Approx. 6-7 hrs drive
Distance: Approx. 150 km

Return journey by road. Relax and reflect on your adventure.

Hotel BB/ Full Board Kathmandu (1,400 m/4,592 ft)

Day 12 Spare day. Free for personal activities or additional activities on request.

Optional sightseeing: Swayambhunath, Boudhanath, Pasupatinath, Patan Durbar Square etc and shopping at Thamel.

Hotel BB/ Full Board Kathmandu (1,400 m/4,592 ft)

Day 13 Final departure. Drop to airport as per flight schedule.

Duration: Approx. 20-30 minutes drive
Distance: Approx. 7 km

Our representative will drop you at International Airport as per your flight schedule.

BB/ Full Board Tribhuvan Internation Airport (1,338 m/4390 ft)