Bhairav Kunda Trek

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Bhairav Kunda Trekking

Bhairav Kunda Trek Summary

    1. Bhairav Kunda Trek length: 11 Days
    2. Trek difficulty: Easy to Moderate
    3. Highest Elevation: 4,250m/13,898 feet
    4. Trekking Hour: 6 Hours daily
    5. Group-Size: 1 – 14 People
    6. Foods on Trek route: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner every day
    7. Best Time for Camping: March, April, May, October, November and December
    8. Trip Mode: Tent Trekking
    9. Transportation: Car/bus/Jeep

Overview

Bhairav Kunda Trek takes you to the untouched sacred pilgrimage site with pristine lakes and beautiful landscapes. It is located at an altitude of 4,240m, northeast of Kathmandu valley which is near the Tibetan border.

Likewise, the Bhairv is a name derived from Lord Shiva from his 108 different names and Bhairav after the destructive image of Lord Shiva. Each year during the time of full moon day in August, a mass of Hindu and Buddhist devotees visit these sites.

Besides the spiritual journey, this trek offers excellent mountain views of the Rolwaling range, Dorje Lakpa peak (6,966), Madiya (6,257m), Phurbi Ghhyachu (6,637m), Jugal Himal, and splendid Tibetan Himalayan ranges. Moreover, you will explore the lifestyle of nomadic people virtually unchanged over time.

Best time to learn Bhairav Kunda is in the spring and autumn seasons. It is possible with a Tent Camping Trek. Trek passes through some beautiful and interesting villages and you might see some of the wild animals such as Musk deer, Himalayan black bears, Monkeys, Himalayan wild goats, and particularly birds and wildflowers along with the hikes.

Tent trek to Bhairav Kunda is a tranquil eternity dotted by the colorful rhododendron forest, which is extremely spectacular in the spring season. Holy Bhairav Kunda Trek is not very difficult and can explore at any time throughout the year.

How much does for Bhairav Kunda Trek Package Cost?

The cost of the Bhairav Kunda trek package with Gokyo Treks a local trekking company in Nepal ranges between US$ 1075 to US$ 1375. But of course, this figure price will vary as per the campers you are traveling to and the service you choose. Typically, the price includes transportation, a guide/porters, hotels, food and accommodation, and hiking permit facilities.

However, we basically arrange private trips in order to avoid group tours with strangers. A private hiking tour gives you a better experience on your hikes. If you value personalization, flexibility, and in-depth experiences, a private trip customized to your personal needs will be the best option.

It’s a standard package cost for 11 days trek. If you are 2 people camping Bhairav Kund trek cost US$ 1198 for 11 days trek as per the trekking plan. We can modify the trek route and price as per your demand. Here is the price list for the Bhairav Kunda hike.

Price Per Person for Bhairav Kunda Trek in Nepal

Number of TouristPrice Per Person
1 PersonUS$ 1375
2 PersonUS$ 1198
3 PersonUS$ 1175
4 to 6 personUS$ 1150
7 to 9 PersonUS$ 1125
10 and more than 10 PersonUS$ 1075

If you’re wondering to know about includes and excludes on this trip price, kindly check on cost given on a tab button.

Itinerary

Bhairav Kunda Trek itinerary detail

Amazing Bhairav Kunda is a classical trek itinerary compared to most walks in this territory leading up to the lake view high hill station. This particular hiking route is designed for globe trotters who wish to walk near Kathmandu within 2 week holiday try this itinerary.

01 DayArrival in Kathmandu Town. World heritage spots in Kathmandu Sightseeing, 3/4 hours.

Land at Kathmandu international airport and transfer to your hotel with a private car. After refreshments, we start our day trip visiting world heritage sites located in Kathmandu city. The Kathmandu city tour includes Boudhanath Stupa, a holy Pashupatinath temple, and Kathmandu Durbar Square. At the Hindu temple of Pashupatinath, Tourists can watch Hindu cremation takes place on the bank of the Bagmati River. In the evening, we brief your Bhairav Kunda trekking, questions, and last-minute answer.

02 Day Drive to Jalbire (1,000m/3,281 feet), 6 hours Bus

After having breakfast we will head towards Jalbire. We can have a view of the mountains during our bus traveling. We will head to the northeast on the road to Tibet to Balephi, which is once believed to be the business route to Tibet. The Banepali Valley is just wonderful. And we set up our campsite on Jalbire, a beautiful Newari settlement situated on the bank of the Banepali River. We can also visit the Lord Bishnu temple.

03 Day Jalbire to Chanute Trek (1,345m/4,412 feet), 5 hours

After our breakfast, we will head towards Chanaute village. We will pass through some Tamang villages and splendid waterfalls to reach Chanute. It is a small village and common home of mostly Brahmin and Chettri.

04 Day Chanute to Khani Gaon trekking (2,010m/6,594 feet), 6 hours

After breakfast, our next trek will be to Khani Gaun. Chanute-Khani Gaun is about a 5-6 hour walk. The walk is a little more challenging. We have to follow the uphill steps. But we can have a great walk along the way as we can see the spectacular village and the streams. Khani Gaun is a Newar village and it is believed that during the war between Gorkha and Bhaktapur, natives of Bhaktapur came here to save their life.

05 DayKhani Gaun exploration day

We visit Khani gaun to explore around, meet the local peoples and experience their local life patterns.

06 DayKhani Gaun to Forest Camp Trek (3,150m/10,335 feet), 6 hours

Later breakfast, we continue our ramble uphill steeps through rhododendron woodland. It is a great chance to capture the scenery of the rhododendron forest including beautiful birds and wild animals.

07 DayForest Camp to Pati trekking (3,765m/12,353 feet), 6 hours

Trek today is quiet difficult as we need to ascend for some hours however as you will have a great view of rhododendron and pine forest, makes your journey more pleasant. Additionally, walk a few more hours to reach Pati. Pati is a little shelter for pilgrimage tourists from here, you will have an excellent Mountains view.

08 DayBhairav Kunda Trek (4,250m/13,944 feet), 4 hours

Bhairav Kund is a religious valued place. Many people from different parts of Nepal visit this place to take a holy bath mainly during June/July. August’s full moon period is the best time to visit Bhairavkunda Lake. The pilgrims also pay their worship to the Bhairav (the destructive form of lord Shiva) in the temple found nearby the lake.

09 DaySherpa Gaun Trek (2,500m/8,202 feet), After Sunrise, 6 hours

Start journey little early so that tourist can have the exciting view of sunrise from Bhairav Kund top. We also can get the sight of shining mountains and mountain ranges namely Langtang, Jugal Himal Range, Rolwalling Range, and the Tibetan Range.

10 DayLarcha Trek (1,500m/4,921 feet)! Visit the Natural hot spring “Tato pani”, 5 hours

Today is the closing date of our trekking. Our journey goes through the back of the Bhote Khosi river. After reaching Larcha, we can have a hot spring bath if we walk furthermore 30 minutes, there we will have another and have hot spring bath for relaxation. Return to Larcha from the hot spring.

11 DayOverland drive back to Kathmandu, 5 hours. Trip Finish.

Early morning we take a local bus (private vehicle cost is extra) back to Kathmandu city. You can do some last-minute shopping for souvenirs for your family and relatives. Transfer to your hotel. Trip finish.

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Cost

How much does Bhairav Kunda Trek Package Price?

This hike to Bhairav kunda spans 11 days, starting at a price of US$ 1075 per person on a double occupancy basis, with the potential to reach up to US$ 1375. Gokyo Treks and Expedition agency has released the updated Bhairav Kunda Trek Cost for 2024 and 2025, tailored according to group size you are traveling with.

For the deluxe and luxury trekking tour plan, we add a 3-5 star category hotel deluxe air-conditioned room in Kathmandu with a breakfast plan. AND WE ARE OPEN TO CUSTOMIZING YOUR TOUR AND PACKAGES PRICE AS PER YOUR REQUIREMENTS.

Religious Bhairav Kunda Trek Package Price Includes:

  • Kathmandu international airport transfer by private vehicle car/van/jeep/bus.
  • Single night double bedroom accommodation in tourist standard hotel in Kathmandu valley.
  • Guided sightseeing by Tour Guide in Kathmandu valley with private car/taxi.
  • 10 breakfast, 10 lunch, and 9 Dinner served with hot Tea/coffee on the trek route.
  • Tent camping accommodation while you are on trekking days
  • Langtang National Park entrance permits and their fees
  • Kathmandu – Jalbire and from Larche village to Kathmandu transfer by bus.
  • All grounded transportation as per the above-written itinerary.
  • Professional English-speaking license holder mountain trekking guide.
  • Experienced cook and other kitchen helpers according to the group size.
  • Strong porters (2 guests: 1 porter basis) because each porter carries a maximum of 25 kilograms.
  • Salary, food, accommodation, and travel insurance for all Nepali crew.
  • Seasonal fruits like apples and pomegranates as deserts after dinner for Bhairavkunda trekking.
  • Agency’s duffel bag (50 liters capacity) and trekking poles if Necessary – return after the trek.
  • Bhairav Kunda trek Map and trek completion Certificate after the successful ascend – keep them as souvenirs.
  • First aid medical kit including Oximeter to check oxygen level and Pulse rate every day to save you from higher risk.
  • In a worst case, help with all Rescue and evacuation arrangements (but not the rescue bills).
  • Nepal Government Tax, VAT, and as well as Company service charge.

Cultural Bhairav Kunda hiking package price excludes

  • Lunch and Dinner during your stay in Kathmandu
  • Any kinds of battery charges, laundry service, phone calls, etc.
  • Personal trekking gears and Clothing.
  • -10 comfort fresh Sleeping bag rental cost per piece US$ 2 per day.
  • Personal nature expenses, and bar bills.
  • Travel insurance to cover Helicopter rescue evacuation in case of emergency.
  • Monuments entrance fees and donation.
  • Gratuities for guide and porters [Tip is a culture, so they expect highly].

Group join

We can organize your private Bhairav Kunda Trekking or Bhairav Kunda hiking starting on any date that works for you. Please contact us for more information.

FAQ

Question: Do I need the experience to do the Bhairav Kunda trek?.

Answer: No. But if you can walk about 3 hours each day with a lightweight daypack would be easier.

Question: Is pick up service available on my arrival in Kathmandu?

Answer: Yes sure. If you provide us with your flight details and request us, our representative will come to pick up you at Kathmandu international airport.

Question: Can I store my suitcase stuff in Kathmandu?

Answer: Yes, you can leave your suitcase and kinds of stuff at your hotel or at our office. Store your stuff in the Gokyo Treks agency office for free.

Question: Is this trekking Safe for Solo Female Trekkers?

Answer: Absolutely. Nepal is a safe country to travel to for solo travelers; Bhairav Kunda is a holy lake and a hike to Bhairav Kunda trek is perfectly safe for solo female trekkers. We have been organizing the trek even for solo female travelers since its formation.

Question: What kind of accommodation can I expect on the Bhairav Kunda tent trek?.

Answer: We do allow you tourist standard accommodation in Kathmandu. Likewise, tourists will have Tent camping accommodations along the hiking routes. You need to take your own sleeping bags if you have them with you otherwise, you can rent them in Kathmandu.

Question: What kind of food can I expect on this trek?.

Answer: Our professional cook cooks a delicious range of vegetarian cuisine. Mainly he cooks Pasta, tuna bake, noodles, potatoes, eggs, curry rice, bread, soups, and fresh vegetables.

Question: What opportunities will I have for a shower along with Bhairav Kunda Trekking?

Answer: As you are doing camping trekking, we provide you with a hot water bucket, and you will take a bucket shower.

Question: How do I get drinking water on Bhairav Kunda Trek?.

Answer: We provide you aqua tablets to purify the normal water as the normal water is available at the campsite/along the way.

Question: Can I charge my digital camera or other batteries on my trip?

Answer: Very few chances to charge the battery. We recommend you bring an extra pair in case. Remember to bring your adapters!

Question: Are there any communication facilities in the Bhairav Kunda hiking route?.

Answer: In the Bhairav Kunda hiking route, you will often have telephone services as well as 3G internet.

Question: Can I use credit cards in Bhairav Kunda tent trekking?.

Answer: No! So, for the trekking routes, you need to have cash Nepali rupees because credit cards work only in the bigger city areas.

Question: When should I book my trip and what are the payment terms?.

Answer: Our camping trips book up months in advance, we recommend booking early to avoid any confusion. We will, of course, make every effort to accommodate last-minute bookings.

And regarding the deposit, we prefer a 20% advance deposit of the total price of the trip in order to confirm your reservation before you arrive in Nepal. And the rest of the payment can be made after your arrival in Nepal.

Question: Who will carry my luggage on Bhairav Kund trekking?

Answer: We provide porters to transfer your luggage. As we are a responsible trekking tour operator agency, each of our porters carries a maximum of 24 kilos of your backpack which means 2 guests (12 kg luggage of each guest): 1 porter basis. However, the Bhairav Kunda hike is a challenging trek so each of our porters can carry a maximum of 22 kg of your belongings. If you wish to have a private porter, you might also get to pay an extra cost.

Question: How much distance do I walk each day?

Answer: When walking in the mountains, the distance you cover each day can vary greatly due to gradient, terrain, and altitude. As such it is very hard to give specific distances for each day, however, you have to be prepared to walk for roughly about 5 hours each day.

Question: Do I need trek poles on my hikes?

Answer: It is better to hike with walking poles. Learn how to use trekking poles for balance and stability, whether on the sidewalk or on trails. Walking poles can help prevent slips and falls. They are just recommended but not compulsory.

Question: How much additional money do I need per day?

Answer: You can allocate US$ 08 – 10 for lunch/dinner in Kathmandu and it depends on your spending habits. US$ 7 to 10 US$ each day will be enough to buy bottles of water, chocolates, tea coffee, and some drinks while you are on your hike.

Magical Bhairav Kunda Trek highlights

  • Learn some of the tallest Mountains and colorful rhododendron timberland (Spring).
  • Hike through cultivated fields, colorful Rhododendron, conifers, and oak forest.
  • Best view of Himalayan scenery including Dorje Lakpa (6,966m), Phurbi Chhyachu (6,637m), Madiya (6,257m).
  • Experience the Sherpa and Tamang villages and their lifestyles.

Notes for Bhairav Kunda Trekkers

Hikes at Bhairav Kunda is a spiritual as well as sacred pilgrimage lake that comes off the beaten trail. It’s peaceful and the best hike for wilderness trekkers. The hike to Bhairav Kunda Trek itinerary is subject to change due to a condition beyond our control. This is a Guideline showing tentative camp night stops. A physical, technical, and natural condition may change the above itineraries.

What makes Bhairav Kunda Trek special?

Opportunities for challenging trekking or popular camping hiking are scattered all over the planet Earth. We at Gokyo Treks and Expedition believe in quality services. First safety and satisfaction is our prime concern.

We are a team of professional, experienced, well-trained, and licensed local guides who know the destination much better than others.

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