Panch Pokhari Trek - 7 Days

Panch Pokhari Trek - 7 Days



Highlights of Panch Pokhari Trek


Immersing in beautiful local culture and traditions
Explore the sacred holy lakes of Panch Pokhari, the sacred temple, and the Himalayas views.
Trekkers can have meditation, spiritual peace, yoga trekking, and yoga therapy sessions on the Panch Pokhari trek.
Trekkers will be experiencing the wilderness, exploring varieties of flora and fauna, immersing themselves in Sherpa, Tamang, and Chhetri culture, and visiting the ancient temple.
Encounter the wild animals, including the Himalayan Thar, bear, jackal, and varieties of birds.
Trekking through beautiful villages, streams, suspension bridges, alpine meadows, rhododendron forests, and alpine lakes.
Dip into the holy water and get spiritual peace.
Rich biodiversity and peaceful lush forest and landscapes.
Explore the sweeping views of Jugal Himal, Dorje Lakpa, and the Langtang mountain range.
Travelers will have a beautiful exploration of Kathmandu city sightseeing tour.






Overview of Panch Pokhari Trek


Panch Pokhari is a beautiful holy place in the Sindhupalchok district of Nepal, which offers the rare combination of pristine Himalayan adventure and spiritual significance. Special in Janai Purnema: during the summer in the month of July or August, there will be a sacred festival. The sacred lake Panch Pokhari has a belief that God Mahadev stayed and harvested the paddy near the Panch Pokhari lake. Once upon a time, around 2325 years ago, one of the renowned hunters from the Bhotang village named Bumba Ruwa Waiba went to hunt. Suddenly he saw someone cultivating paddy near the giant Panch Pokhari lake; he tried to meet them, but these people disappeared from the farm. So, Mr. Bumba Ruwa Waiba believes that there is a god, which is the goddess Mahadev, and Dev Garn (divine forces) disappears because of human activities.
Then the hunter, Mr. Bumba Ruwa Waiba, removed his hunter dog’s bell and kept it in the plane, where he found farming the paddy by God Mahadev and built a small temple. Later he built a Mahadev temple, which is known as a Hindu and Buddhist temple. You can find the prayer flags at the sacred Buddhist pilgrimage spot. Moreover, there will be 5 giant sacred lakes, which are called Panch Pokhari. There will be a viewpoint at about 4,300 meters; you will have amazing panoramic views of Panch Pokhari and the surrounding peaks. Trekkers will be exploring the beautiful Jugal Himal and Dorje Lakpa ranges from the Panch Pokhari. The sacred alpine ponds are set at 4,115 meters and are revered in Hindu and Buddhist tradition. From the high-altitude lakes, trekkers are rewarded with sweeping views of the beautiful Jugal Himal, Dorje Lakpa Himal, and Langtang mountain range.

Moreover, trekkers will be exploring stunning varieties of rhododendron forest, alpine meadows, and wildlife, including the Himalayan Thar, Pheasant and varieties of birds. From these high-altitude waters, trekkers are rewarded with sweeping views of Jugal Himal, Dorje Lakpa, and the Langtang mountain range. Along the way, the trail reveals a stunning variety of rhododendron forests, alpine meadows, and wildlife, including Himalayan tahr and beautiful pheasants. Unlike the Everest and Annapurna routes, the Panch Pokhari remains an off-the-beaten-path trek, with Himalayan adventure, where there will be fewer crowds and authentic encounters with Tamang, Sherpa, and Brahmin villages. Trekkers will have an untouched, meditative, and deeper peaceful environment.


Panch Pokhari Trek Camping vs Teahouse and Solo vs Group
The Panch Pokhari trek map you can find in the Langtang region, where the route goes from Sindhupalchok via Melamchi Bazaar. You will drive to Chhamti from Kathmandu, which will be around 90 kilometers. Trekkers can do teahouse trekking; each camp has a comfortable teahouse during the trek. The teahouse trekking will be cost-effective, easy, and well-organized. Whereas camping and trekking will be costly and difficult, you will have beautiful nature exploration, and trekkers can stay in the middle of alpine grassland or meadows, beside the lush forest, where you can feel the authentic nature. Hence, trekkers can have solo and group trekking options. If you are a solo trekker, you need to carry all trekking gear, including the Panch Pokhari trek map and itinerary. The solo trek might be challenging, but it will be freedom to travel and explore the authentic nature.

The group trek in Panch Pokhari will be in a group with the trek guide and porters, so it will be an easy adventure. The guide will lead the expedition and organize the trip well. Thus, the Panch Pokhari trek is best for teahouse trekking and on a group trip. A teahouse trek in a group will be cost-effective, much safer, and personalized.

Spiritual and Cultural Experiences of Panch Pokhari Trek


The Panch Pokhari trek is a beautiful trekking route, where you can find unique cultural experiences and spiritual beliefs. In Janai Purnima, which will fall in July or August, there will be a festival; many pilgrims will go there, and they will be celebrating the Janai Purnima festival. During another season, a pilgrimage will also be held; there is a belief that God Mahadev is believed to have taken place in Panch Pokhari. A long time back, before 2,325 years, one of the hunters spotted the god Mahadev and his entire group. The hunter Bumba Ruwa Waiba, who spotted the god Mahadev farming the paddy in Panch Pokhari, suddenly saw Mr. Waiba; then Mahadev and his Dev Sena disappeared from Panch Pokhari. Hence, now there is a belief that if you find paddy crops and ducks in the Panch Pokhari, you will be lucky and have a chance to become wealthy.

However, Janai Purnima pilgrimage traditions, ritual bathing, the goddess Shiva Skanda, and a dip in the holy water will give you peace and better health. Worshipping in the Mahadev temple for Mahadev and Shiva will protect you from diseases and also help you to find a better life partner. In Panch Pokhari there are 5 lakes; likewise, Bhairab Kunda, Saraswati Kunda, Surya Kunda, Naag Kunda, and Dudh Kunda are mentioned in the popular Hindu scriptural Skanda Purana.

Panch Pokhari Trek Companies

Panch Pokhari trek companies are among the many trekking agencies in Nepal; among the many agencies, Touch Planet Treks is the best-organized trek company in Nepal. One of the customer-oriented, well-experienced, local guides and competitive package costs will be offered by Touch Planet Treks. Many other trekking companies will be charging high costs and providing average customer service. Whereas Touch Planet Treks will always offer the best majestic service at a competitive cost. We believe travellers will enjoy through travel, and their happiness is our goal. We treat you as our precious guest, more than a customer. You are our majestic guest, friend, and member of our family. Hence, the Panch Pokhari Trek company will be offering the best majestic hospitality, safety and security, and personalized services at competitive prices. Touch Planet Treks is one of the best Panch Pokhari trekking companies in Nepal.

Benefits of Panch Pokhari Trek with Touch Planet Treks
Trekking to the Panch Pokhari trek with Touch Planet Treks will be a wonderful experience, and you can have a perfect trip. We will organize a hassle-free mountain trekking experience in Nepal. Touch Planet Treks is a customer-focused and reputable mountain trekking company in Nepal. We promote sustainable and eco-friendly tourism in the Himalayas of Nepal. Touch Planet Treks will be offering competitive prices with crafted packages. Our well-experienced team, who offer majestic services in a friendly and professional way. As our social responsibility, we provide 2 percent of our sales to the local community for their health care and children's education. Hence, the major benefits of the Panch Pokhari trek with Touch Planet Treks are below.

Well-crafted trekking itineraries and packages, which provide the best mountain trekking experiences
Moderate mountain trekking, but you can explore the beautiful nature, flora and fauna, and the Himalayas, including the Jugal Himal and Dorje Lakpa Himalaya ranges.
Explore the beautiful 5 lakes of Panch Pokhari, terraced rice fields, alpine meadows, and amazing landscapes.
Immersing in the beautiful local Tamang, Sherpa, and Brahmin cultures, a combination of Buddhist and Hindu traditions.
Served by professional trek staff and offering majestic services with personalized care and safety.
Offering the beautiful company t-shirt, free trek map, and a first aid medical kit box
We offer the best trekking packages with competitive prices.
CSR community support, for which the company will be providing 2 percent of the sales to the local community for their health care and child education.
Always have online support for any queries, advice, and trip preparation.
We wish you enjoy through the travel; your happiness is our goal.



Panch Pokhari Trek Cost for Nepali and Indian
The cost of the Panch Pokhari Trek for Nepali and Indian nationals will be cheaper compared to that for foreigners. Due to lower permit costs, hotel accommodation expenses, Kathmandu staying and sightseeing expenses, the number of trekkers in the group, and other reasons, the cost will be less. However, the cost of Panch Pokhari depends on the required services, the number of trekkers, the itinerary days, the quality of food, accommodation, and transportation. Touch Planet Treks will be offering the best majestic hospitality, comfortable transportation, quality food, and accommodation. We have professional and well-experienced local trekking experts and friendly staff. For Nepali and Indian trekkers for Panch Pokhari, there will be a 4-day itinerary without a hotel in Kathmandu. The cost of the Panch Pokhari Trek for Indians and Nepalis is listed below in the list.
The Panch Pokhari Trek cost for Indian nationals is INR 6595 per trekker.
The Panch Pokhari trek for Nepalese nationals is NPR 6990 per trekker.

Group Cost of Panch Pokhari Trek
The Panch Pokhari trek cost depends on the required services, the group of trekkers, the itinerary, and the quality of food and accommodation. The cost of the Panch Pokhari trek will be USD 580 per trekker, which comes with a hotel in Kathmandu, transportation, airport transfer, full board meals and accommodation on the trek, a guide, and a porter. However, the group cost will be cheaper for the Panch Pokhari Trek. Hence, below are the group costs for the Panch Pokhari trek.
The cost for a solo trekker for the Panch Pokhari trek is USD 580.
The cost for 2 to 7 trekkers for the Panch Pokhari trek is USD 495.
For 8 to 14 trekkers for the Panch Pokhari trek, the cost is USD 445.
The group of 15 to 20 trekkers' Panch Pokhari trek cost is USD 390.

Detailed Itinerary of Panch Pokhari Trek

Trekkers can have a customized itinerary of a minimum of 4 days to 7 days. According to trekkers' available time, pace, and interest, we can craft the day-to-day itinerary. If you have enough time and want to do an easy trek, we can make a longer itinerary.
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,400 m.)

Day 2: Kathmandu to Chhimti (1,900 m.) Drive and trek to Ratmata (2,850 m.)
Day 3: Ratmata to Panch Pokhari (4,115 m.)
Day 4: Explore Panch Pokhari and trek back to Ratmata (2,850 m.)

Day 5: Ratmata to Chhimti (1,900 m.) via Tuppi Danda (2,250 m.) and drive to Kathmandu
Day 6: Kathmandu City Sightseen Tour
Day 7: Departure to Home







Cost Includes for Panch Pokhari Trek
Airport pickup and drop-off upon arrival and departure
Three-night hotel stay in Kathmandu with breakfast in a 3-star standard hotel
Kathmandu to Chhimti and Chhimti to Kathmandu bus fare
Full board meal and teahouse accommodation during the trek
Professional, well-experienced, and government license-holding trek guide
Each two trekkers will have one porter service, who will carry their bag of about 20 to 25 kg.
Complementary company t-shirt, trekking map, and duffel bag for trek
Free first aid medical kit carried by our trek guide
Staff’s salary, food, accommodation, transportation, and insurance are included.
Complementary seasonal fruit dessert after dinner during the trek
On the Kathmandu Valley sightseeing tour, you will have four UNESCO World Heritage Site visits.
Farewell dinner and celebration after finishing the trek
Certificates of achievement as souvenirs if required
Government tax, VAT, and company charges

Cost Excludes of Panch Pokhari Trek
Nepal entry visa fee
Travel insurance, loss and theft insurance
Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and on the highway
Personal expenses like alcohol, drinks, laundry, phone bill, etc.
Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu due to early arrival, late departure, or any other circumstances.
World heritage sites entry fees during the Kathmandu Valley sightseeing
Tips for the guide and porter



Detailed Itinerary of Panch Pokhari Trek
Trekkers can have a customized itinerary of a minimum of 4 days to 7 days. According to trekkers' available time, pace, and interest, we can craft the day-to-day itinerary. If you have enough time and want to do an easy trek, we can make a longer itinerary.
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,400 m.)

Day 2: Kathmandu to Chhimti (1,900 m.) Drive and trek to Ratmata (2,850 m.)
Day 3: Ratmata to Panch Pokhari (4,115 m.)
Day 4: Explore Panch Pokhari and trek back to Ratmata (2,850 m.)

Day 5: Ratmata to Chhimti (1,900 m.) via Tuppi Danda (2,250 m.) and drive to Kathmandu
Day 6: Kathmandu City Sightseen Tour
Day 7: Departure to Home

Conclusion of Panch Pokharo Trek

The Panch Pokhari trek is one of the best short mountain trekking experiences in the Langtang region of Nepal. Trekkers will have an amazing mountain trekking experience, moderate challenges, and amazing views of the Jugal Hamal, the Dorje Lakpa range, the Langtang range, Gaurishankar, the Rolwaling Himal, and other beautiful, lush mountains. Trekkers will have a beautiful exploration of flora and fauna during the Panch Pokhari trek. The unique local culture, comprising Tamang, Sherpa, and Brahmin cultures, brings a sense of peace. Immersing themselves in beautiful local culture and ancient tradition will thrill the travellers. The majestic local hospitality, friendly local people, and Himalayan lifestyle will give you nostalgic moments, which will be amazing. Despite the moderate and short trek, you will have a wonderful exploration of the Himalayas, mountains, varieties of alpine vegetation, wildlife, alpine lakes, and local cultures.
Trekkers will trek up to 4,300 meters in the Panch Pokhari viewpoint and 4,115 meters to Panch Pokhari. Four days of trekking will give you moderate difficulty but amazing rewards with the Panch Pokhari trek. Hence, the Panch Pokhari trek is one of the most beautiful, budget-friendly, short-itinerary, and adventure-filled Himalayan trekking destinations in Nepal.