Transportation
Jeep, Airlines, Auto Rickshaw
Accomodation
Tea House/ Home Stays/ Hotel.
Maximum Altitude
Shiva Dhara (4310m), Parbati Gupha (4316m)
Departure from
Khandbari
Best season
September to October.
Tour type
Pilgrimage Trekking adventure, Sacred bath with Holy waterfall, Sightseeing, Photo capturing
Meals
Food and Accommodation Cost Excluded
Language
English.
Fitness level
Fairly Strenuous but wonderful.
Group Size
1-6
Minimum Age
12
Maximum Age
65

Overview

14 Day Shiva Dhara Trek.

Q: Question 03:What is the highest altitude reached in this trek?

The highest altitude reach Shiva Dhara (4310m), Parbati Gupha (4316m). This is the highest point of Shiva Dhara Trek.

Shiva Dhara Trek is one of the most famous sacred pilgrimage trekking routes situated in the Makalu Rural Minimality of Sankhuwasabha District of Eastern Nepal

Shiva Dhara (4310m) which is located on the lap of Mt. Makalu (8463m), the fifth highest mountain in the world is believed to have been a place for bathing of Lord Shiva and Parbati. There we can observe a massive stone cliff with a hole in its face and a majestic 500-foot-tall waterfall falling continuously.

Every year pilgrims from different places visit this site to seek to be freed from sins throughout their lives by having a holy bath in the sacred water fall and worshipping the God and the Goddess.

Your 15 days trekking program starts from Num. You travel (4 hours travelling) by a reserved jeep or public bus from Khandbari to Num village. From there you commence your real sacred pilgrimage trek with a big heart.

Your trekking route from Num goes down to the Arun River. After crossing the suspension bridge the river, it ascends and passes Seduwa village Tasigaun, the last village of this route. Then the route guess thought Khonama, Shipton la Dobato and finally reaches Yangle Kharka. The next day of your stay at Yangle you climb up an entirely dangerous cliff for your 5 hours and get Shiva Dhara (4310m). There you have a sacred bath with the holy waterfall, visit Parbati Gupha, worship the God and Goddess, enjoy the natural beauty around the place climb down to Yangle for your overnight stay there.

Now a days tea houses with very basic facilities are available along the trekking route, you can stay overnight there and enjoy the trek. Since this is one of the most challenging treks, you need a local well experienced porter guide to compete the trek successfully.

Highlights

Unique off-the- beaten trek far from famous tourist destinations
Natural splendor of the Shiva Dhara area its picturesque landscapes, cascading waterfalls, lush greenery.
Shiva Dhara (4310m), a 500 feet tall waterfall, on the mouth of a huge dome shaped cave renowned for its scenic splendor and cultural importance.
It is believed that Lord God Shiva using his Trishul made a hole in the cave to solve water problem in this region. Then a big waterfall originated, and the scarcity of water was solved.
You stand 8 feet away from mainstream of water fall and then pray to Lord Shiva. After some time, the waterfall changes its position get you a heavy wet on your head. Now you are blessed by the God with holy water

Day 1 :

Day 1 :Khandbari (1036m)

Daily Buddha Air flight (30 minutes) from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar Airport. Meet the company representative there. Then catch an auto rickshaw or a private car and travel (13km, 15 minutes) and Khandbari Pre-booked hotel room.
Meet and be introduced with your porter guide there. Discuss and plan and pack the necessary goods for your 16 days’ Makalu Base camp Trek

Day 2 :

Drive from Khandbari to Num (1500m) ,Trek from Num to Seduwa.

This is your first day of your 15 days Shiva Dhara Trek. After your breakfast at around 8 am in khandbari, you border the Pre-reserved jeep and travel for about 4 hours and get Num.After half an hour’s rest at Num, your jeep goes runs down to Chamla Kharka. You leave your jeep there and commence your real trek. Your trekking rout goes down to the Arun River. You cross a suspension bridge and ascend. you will continue walking until you get Seduwa (1540m) in the evening. Your over night stay at a teahouse there.
Don’t forget to register your TIMS card and pay Rs. 3,000 Makalu Barun National Park entrance fee at the park office.

Day 3 :

Trek from Seduwa to Tasigaun (2070m)

Your destination for this day is (Tasigaun 2027m). After your breakfast at Seduwa teahouse you commence your trek, walk for four to six hours completely uphill. You pass Chyaksedanda (1890m) a primary school at the foot of Tasigauun and get Tasigaun in the evening for an overnight stay at one of the teahouses there.

Day 4 :

Trek from Tasigaun to Khongma (3560m)

Your this days’ hiking destination is Khongma Danda (3560m). You trek uphill slowly and get Danda Kharka for your Lunch. After your lunch there you commence your trek uphill pass Chipla (2520m), Unishisha (3180m) and finally reach Khongma (3560m) after for up to 4-6 hours walking. Be careful, you may notice the first signs of altitude sickness. Your overnight stay at a teahouse there.

Day 5 :

Trek from Khongma to Dobato (3550 m)

After a big breakfast at your tea houses you commence your today’s 4 to 5 hours’ trek. You cross three passes: Ghenguru La (4045m), Shipton La (4216m) and Keke La (4150m). Enjoy breathtaking views of Chamalang (7319m), Barunotse Himchuli (6424m) and admire the imposing peaks of Peak 6 (6739m) and Peak 7 (6105m) and finally get Dobato for overnight stay at the tea house there.

Day 6 :

Trek from Dobato to Yangle Kharka (3,600m)

Yangle Kharka (3600m) is your this days’ trekking destination. You will have to walk for 4-5 hours to get Yangle from Dobato. After your big breakfast at Dobato, you begin your trek down, pass Phematang, cross suspension bridge on Braun river and finally reach Yangle Kharka (3600m) for your overnight stay there.

Day 7 :

TYangre Kharka Rest Day. ( 3600)

This is your rest day in Yangle. Use this time to fully relax and enjoy observing the stunning natural beauty around. Overnight in the same tea house.

Day 08 :

Trek from Yangle Kharka to Nghe Kharka (3750m) to Shiva Dhara (4310m) to Yangla Kharka (3600m)

Start your trek early in the morning and make sure you have carried enough food and water to drink. Head slowly uphill (4-6 hours), past Nghe Kharka (3710m) and with the help of your guide, make your way to Shiva Dhara (4310m). Bathe in the holy water of the sacred waterfall that falls from a high cliff. Visit Parbati Gupha, Ama Bhujung and other nearby attractions. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the area and then return to Yangle Kharka (3600m) and spend the night at the same teahouse.

Day 09 :

Trek from Yangle Kharka to Dobato

This day you come back to Dobato from Yaqngle. After you breakfast at a tea house in Yangle, you start your trek back to Dobato which will take around 4 to 6 hours. Your overnight stay at a tea house there..

Day 10 :

Trek from Dobato to Khongma

After your big breakfast at Dobato, begin your 4 to 6 hours trek to Khongma. Find a room for your overnight stay at a tea house there.

Day 11 :

Trek from Khongma to Seduwa

After having your breakfast at Khongma, start your hike down Tasigaun for your lunch. After that you walk for 4-6 hours and arrive Seduwa for your overnight stay there.

Day 12 :

TTrek from Seduwa to Num , Drive from Num to Khandbari

After a good meal, walk down to Arun river, cross the suspension bridge on the river and ascend to Chamla kharka Catcha in a reserved jeep and travel for 5-6 hours and reach Khandbari hotel room. Say goodbye to your porter guides, also meet MAST staff and review the entire trek

Day 13 :

Khandbari Area Exploration Day

Today we split up so you can go to Khandbari area and start volunteering if you want. Take a trip to the local market and buy a handmade gift. In addition, you can see any hospital, school or project in which our organization is involved

Day 14 :

Drive from Khandbari to Tumlingtar, Flight from Tumlingtar to Kathmandu

Visit Khandbari market, buy some local product like Allo Clothes, Rudrakshya, Sugra tin (Sakhar), Sheep woolen blanket, (Radi), locally waved money bags etc as souvenir as you wish. You also have time to visit any school or hospital or any project supported by our company and do volunteer work that you like

FAQs

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Question 01: Can I customize this trek program as per my requirement?

Yes. You can if you need. No problem. After we finalize the detail itinerary, we calculate the total cost you need to pay us and send you for your consideration.

Question 02: How long do we walk every day when doing Shiva Dhara Trekking?

On average, you walk about 4 to 6 hours per day. One or two days can be as less as 3hrs and one or two days can be as long as 7hrs.

Question 03:What is the highest altitude reached in this trek?

The highest altitude reach Shiva Dhara (4310m), Parbati Gupha (4316m). This is the highest point of Shiva Dhara Trek.

Question 04: What about battery charging and hot shower facilities?

Yes, you can charge batteries en route. Charger should be brought. There are no hot shower facilities along this trekking route.

Question 05: Are there ATMs on the way to Shiva Dhara Trek?

No. There are no ATMs on this trek route away from Khandbari area. You will have to draw enough cash in Kathmandu or in Khandbari. There are a number of ATMs in these cities. Everything is paid in Nepali rupees. So y money should be exchanged before the start of the trek.

Question 06: What about internet access?

The Internet cannot be accessed away from Khandbari Area.However themobile phone can work up Shipton la. Away from the place no mobile works. Sometimes, there might be some technical problems.

Question 07: Is it necessary to hire a porter Guide for Shiva Dhara Trek?

Sinc e this trek is one of the most difficult one you need a good porter guide to support you for thsi trek.

Question 08: How much do guides and porters cost?

For the Makalu Region , pay for guides range from $20 to $30 per day and porters take $20 to $25 per day.

Question 09: Why has food and accommodation cost not been included in Makalu Arun Social Trek's trekking package cost?

At Makalu Arun Social Trek’s total trekking packages cost food and accommodation cost for the guest along any trekking routes has not been included.
We would like to provide you freedom to choose whatever food and drink and accommodation you like to have and pay yourself directly to your service providers. Your porter guide pays for his own food and accommodation, and you pay for your part.
Although we offer all-inclusive packages, we think it is cheaper and better for you to pay for your own food and accommodation along the trekking route.

Question 10: What things should I consider while planning Makalu Base Camp Trek?

Micro spikes, Steripen or Water Filter, Power Bank or Solar Charger, Lightweight Tent, Warm Sleeping Bag, Tea Bags & Coffee, Trekking Boots, Snacks & Toilet Paper

Question 11: My flight from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar cancelled because of bad weather. And I could not find a flight ticket for the next day. What Can I do to travel from Kathmandu to Khandbari?

Fly to Biratnagar from Kathmandu at 7am, 11 am, 12 pm, or 2 pm (a 30-40 minute flight). Upon landing at Biratnagar airport, head to the main road and take an express bus to Dharan (fare of Rs.120 per person, 1 hour of travel time). From the Dharan bus station, go to the Dharan-Khandbari jeep counter. You can call us from there if necessary, but keep in mind that a jeep will only leave Dharan once it is fully loaded with 10 passengers. To ensure your travel, consider reserving a jeep to Khandbari (Rs.10000). Otherwise, you will have to spend the night at a hotel in Dharan and take a bus or jeep to Khandbari the next day (6-8 hours of travel time, Rs. 1000 for jeep/bus fare).

Question 12: What will happen if I add some extra day in my itinerary?

If you are interested to enjoy adding some more days in the itinerary, we welcome you to do it. But you will have to pay us for the additional days salary for the porter guide after you come back from your trek.

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