Eco-Tourism in Helambu
“An innovative and inspirational approach to promote ecotourism in the rural mountains of Helambu.”
Do you ever feel this overwhelming urge to get away from the madness of modern cities? The urge to get away from our fast-paced, chaotic lives even for a few moments. Have you ever felt nature calling you into its peaceful loving arms? Would you like to spend your holidays soaking into the warm and endearing hospitality of the Hyolmo community, sipping suyou-cha (salted butter tea), relishing kiwi fruits right from the orchards, hiking and paying homage at centuries-old stupas and monasteries or make the ultimate trek to the holy Ama Yangri peak through lush rhododendron forests?
Nestled at an elevation of 2600m, Yangrima Eco-Lodge perches gently on the quaint, peaceful village of Sermathang-2, Helambu, amidst pristine alpine forests and vegetation. A couple of hours of ride from the capital city, up bumpy mountain roads or a hike following goat trails through picturesque villages and terraced farms, Yangrima Eco-Lodge provides the perfect getaway for your weary adventurous souls with its varied packages catering to different preferences.
Visit Helambu: 2 Days 1 Night
DAY 1:
A 5-hour drive from Kathmandu by private bus or a 4wd jeep through Melamchi-Helambu will take you all the way to Yangrima Eco-lodge.
Refreshments and lunch served on arrival at Yangrima Eco Lodge. Check-ins and briefing will be done thereafter.
Visitors can explore the eco lodge premises, get familiar with the facilities and surroundings, visit our organic vegetable garden.
A walk through the picturesque Sermanthang village and encounter with local culture and community.
A cultural program by the local Hyolmo community.
Hearty dinner made from local produce.
DAY 2:
Morning tea and breakfast, followed by a briefing for the day.
A 30 minutes hike to Guru Rinpoche amidst lush alpine vegetation.
Lunch at Yangrima Eco Lodge and checkout.
Departure for Kathmandu.
Explore Helambu: 3 Days 2 Nights
DAY 1:
A 5 hours bus or jeep ride from Kathmandu to Yangrima Eco lodge in Sermathang, Helambu.
Refreshments and lunch at the Eco-Lodge followed by check-in, necessary briefings and rest.
Explore the lodge premises, our vegetable farms and surrounding areas.
An afternoon walk through Sermathang village. Experience the local lifestyle and culture.
Dinner prepared from locally grown ingredients.
DAY 2:
Scrumptious morning breakfast and tea followed by a day’s briefing.
A full-day guided tour of Ghang Yul organic village popular for Kiwi Farms.
Lunch arrangements in the organic village.
A display of local culture arranged by the locals for our guests.
DAY 3:
An early morning breakfast followed by a briefing.
A 30 minutes’ walk to Guru Rinpoche through alpine vegetation.
Lunch at the Eco Lodge. Checkout.
Departure for Kathmandu.
Enjoy Helambu: 4 Days 3 Night
DAY 1:
A five hour journey by private bus or jeep ride to Sermanthang from Kathmandu.
Refreshments and lunch at Yangrima Eco Lodge, followed by check-in and rest.
Leisure time for guests to familiarize themselves with our premises, a visit to our vegetable farm is recommended.
A short tour of Sermanthang village and an opportunity to dip into the culture and lifestyle of the local Hyolmo community.
Dinner and activities as per arrangement.
DAY 2:
Breakfast and briefing for the day.
A full-day guided trek to Ghang Yul organic Village and its famous Kiwi Farms.
Lunch arrangements for guests in Ghang Yul Village.
Trek back to Sermathang.
Dinner.
DAY 3:
Breakfast and briefing for the day.
A trek to the holy Ama Yangri Peak OR a trek to the traditional farming village of Bremang-Khaser.
Lunch at trek destination.
Trek back to Sermanthang.
Cultural program and farewell dinner.
DAY 4:
Breakfast and briefing for the day.
A 30 minutes walk to Guru Rinpoche through the alpine forest.
Lunch at Yangrima Eco Lodge and check out.
Departure to Kathmandu.
Experience Helambu: 5 Days 4 Nights
DAY 1:
A five-hour private bus or jeep ride to Sermathang from Kathmandu.
Refreshments and lunch at Yangrima Eco Lodge, followed by check-in and rest.
Leisure time for guests to familiarize themselves with our premises, a visit to our vegetable farm is recommended.
A short tour of Sermathang village and an opportunity to dip into the culture and lifestyle of the local Hyolmo community.
Dinner and activities as per arrangement.
DAY 2:
Breakfast and briefing for the day.
A trek to the traditional farming village of Bremang-Khaser.
Lunch at trek destination.
Trek back to Sermanthang.
Dinner.
DAY 3:
Breakfast and briefing for the day.
A full-day guided trek to Ghang Yul organic Village and its famous Kiwi Farms.
Lunch arrangements for guests in Ghang Yul Village.
Trek back to Sermathang.
Dinner.
DAY 4:
Breakfast and briefing for the day.
A trek to the holy Ama Yangri Peak.
Lunch at trek destination.
Trek back to Sermathang.
Cultural program and farewell dinner.
DAY 5:
Breakfast and briefing.
A brief 30 minutes walk to Guru Rinpoche.
Lunch.
Departure to Kathmandu.
