I have just returned from this trek and after many years of travelling with the tour operator I have to say that this trip is second to none and is far better than the Everest region, or Nanda Devi. Being a circular trip you are able to have an amphitheatre of high peaks over 7,000m+ nearly every day, once out of the initial valley. The daily walks were very varied with steep ravines, village life and extraordinary mountain ranges in front and behind you. The days are long in the beginning but you always have something to look at that makes you smile. Some of the tea houses are very basic the higher you go and make sure you have warm gear for the evenings. Gaining altitude is gradual with half days and afternoon walks to acclimatise you. The very early start to get over the pass was very cold and a tough day but if the weather is good the scenery is superb. Be sure to have a good working head torch with lithium batteries. If you area seasoned trekker do this one. You will not be disappointed. Do not lave it too long as the Nepalese are likely to get the road built and this valley will become like Annapurna and possible spoilt for those that like remoteness with beauty.
It was my first time in Nepal. I did a solo trek to Annapurna base camp where I spent a couple of days in Pokhara. Did sightseeing around and got back to Kathmandu. Kathmandu is a beautiful city rich in art and culture.
Himalayan Leisure works hard to make your trip successful Oct. 17, 2018 we were supposed to fly to Lukla to start our trek. After a long wait at the airport the airline cancelled all flights to Lukla due to weather (cloud). Upendra was able to book a helicopter to take us with 3 other trekkers to Lukla. This allowed us to stay close to our existing schedule. Our guide Bikas, was able to adjust our schedule to get us out of Lukla a head of schedule. The price of the helicopter was as quoted with no surprise administration cost.