Dudh Kunda Trekking is a uniquely new trek route that has been discovered recently. Sitting on Mt. Numbur’s lap in the Solukhumbu district, the trail for this trek passes through various traditional villages, very unique in their own rights. This trek is not short of an adventure and is also well-suited first-timers and skilled trekkers as well. The literal Nepali translation of Dudh Kunda is milky situated at the base of Nubur Himal which is also known as Shorong Yul Lha, “Protector of Solu Region”. As the special and beautiful Dudh Kunda lake has its own importance for both the Buddhist and Hindu Pilgrims alike. It is believed that if you take a dip in this holy lake, all of one’s sins will be washed away and all one’s wishes will be granted as well!
The trek not only provides one with the splendid views of the world’s tallest mountains but also the equally captivating sight of the mystically reddened rhododendron. And if luck favors one can also get a visit from the mountain leopard, Thars, Pheasants, etc.
As it is not as commercialized and explored as the other trekking routes of this area. There are very few numbers of tourists visit every year. But one cannot come to the conclusion that it is less audacious and gratifying. But recently it is getting the recognition that it deserves. As the route here is mostly off-beaten and the shadows of commercialization have not been cast the area has very few teahouses and lodges. Most part of the trekking endeavor provides the trekking with camping experience. One can expect to be trekking through the classical trek route to Everest Base Camp, crossing the river valleys, slender ridges and lusty hills to the mountains up close.
Away from the most visited trails, camping treks presents a wilderness adventure in both natural and cultural aspect. Untouched by modern civilization, you would witness the remote mountain villages of Nepal.
OUTLINE ITINERARY:
Day 1: Arrival
Day 2: Drive to Phaplu – Altitude: 2,413 m
Day 3: Trek from Phaplu to Takshindu – Altitude: 2931m
Day 4: Trek to Timba
Day 5: Trek to Dudhkunda – Altitude: 4600 m
Day 6: Trek to Sarsar Beni
Day 7: Trek to Phaplu.
Day 8: Drive back to Kathmandu