Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, you will be warmly received by our representative and transferred to your hotel in the city. After check-in, you can take time to relax and recover from your journey. Depending on your arrival time, you may explore the vibrant streets of Thamel, which is filled with trekking shops, cafés, cultural handicrafts, and lively local markets.

In the evening, a detailed trek briefing will be conducted, where your guide will explain the entire route, safety precautions, altitude considerations, packing checklist, and expected weather conditions. This helps you mentally and physically prepare for the journey ahead into eastern Nepal’s remote Himalayan region. Overnight stay in Kathmandu.

After an early breakfast, you begin a long but scenic overland journey from Kathmandu to Birtamode in Jhapa district. The drive follows Nepal’s East-West Highway, offering constantly changing landscapes from Kathmandu Valley’s outskirts to river valleys, forested hills, waterfalls, and agricultural terraces. As the journey progresses, you pass through towns like Mugling and Itahari, where you can observe local life, roadside markets, and river confluences.

Gradually, the terrain flattens as you enter the Terai plains, known for their warm climate and fertile farmlands. By evening, you arrive in Birtamode, a busy commercial hub of eastern Nepal. After check-in at your hotel, you can rest and prepare for the hill ascent in the coming days. Overnight stay in Birtamode.

Today’s drive takes you from the flat lowlands into the scenic mid-hills of Panchthar district. After breakfast, you begin ascending through winding roads that gradually transition into lush green hills. The route passes through Ilam, Nepal’s famous tea-growing region, where you will see endless tea gardens, mist-covered slopes, and small traditional villages.

The air becomes cooler and fresher as you move deeper into the hills. Along the way, you witness the lifestyle of the Limbu community, known for their hospitality, culture, and traditional stone-and-wood houses. By late afternoon, you reach Tharpu, a peaceful hill settlement surrounded by forested ridges and farmland. You will check into a local lodge and spend the evening experiencing the calm rural environment. Overnight stay in Tharpu.

After breakfast, you take a short drive toward Beteni, which serves as the official starting point of your trekking journey. The road becomes narrower and more rugged as you approach the trailhead. From Beteni, you begin your trek through dense subtropical forests, crossing small streams, wooden bridges, and scattered hillside settlements. The trail is peaceful and relatively untouched, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in nature.

You gradually ascend through mixed forests of rhododendron, bamboo, and oak while hearing birdsong and flowing water in the background. After approximately three hours of trekking, you arrive at Kali Khola, a small resting area beside a river. Here, you settle into a basic teahouse or camping site and enjoy a simple meal in the quiet mountain surroundings. Overnight stay at Kali Khola.

Today’s trek involves a steady and more challenging ascent into higher elevations. After breakfast, you begin walking uphill through dense rhododendron forests that change with altitude, gradually revealing alpine vegetation. The trail is narrow in sections but extremely scenic, offering occasional viewpoints of distant hills and valleys. As you climb higher, the temperature drops and the environment becomes more remote and pristine.

You may also encounter grazing lands and yak herders depending on the season. The silence of the mountains is broken only by wind and nature sounds, making this section both physically demanding and spiritually calming. By late afternoon, you reach Bikhechaur, a high-altitude resting point surrounded by open landscapes and mountain views. Overnight stay in a teahouse or tented camp.

This is the most important and rewarding day of the entire journey. You start early in the morning to maximize time at the sacred lake and avoid changing mountain weather. The trail climbs steeply into the alpine zone, where vegetation becomes sparse and the landscape opens into vast mountain terrain. As you approach Timbung Pokhari, located at around 4,300–4,480 meters, the scenery becomes dramatic with panoramic views of the eastern Himalayas.

Upon reaching the lake, you are greeted by a serene and spiritual atmosphere, as it is considered sacred by both Hindu and Limbu communities. The crystal-clear waters reflect surrounding peaks, creating a truly breathtaking sight. You can spend time exploring the area, taking photographs, and experiencing the peaceful energy of the location. After sufficient time at the lake, you descend carefully back to Bikhechaur for overnight rest. This long but unforgettable day remains the highlight of the trek. Overnight stay at Bikhechaur.

After breakfast, you begin your descent from high altitude back toward lower elevations. The return journey feels different as you now experience familiar landscapes from a new perspective. The trail passes again through rhododendron forests, ridgelines, and small natural streams.

Descending is easier physically, allowing more time to enjoy scenery and capture photographs. You may also interact with locals or pass through grazing areas used by herders. By afternoon, you arrive at Kali Khola, where you rest and recover from the previous day’s long hike. Overnight stay in a teahouse.

Today marks the completion of your trekking journey. You trek back from Kali Khola to Beteni, enjoying your final walk through peaceful forest trails and hillside landscapes. The descent is gentle and emotionally reflective as you conclude your mountain experience.

Upon reaching Beteni, you board your vehicle and drive back toward Tharpu. The drive offers beautiful views of hills, rivers, and terraced farms. In the evening, you can relax, interact with locals, or enjoy traditional Limbu cuisine. Overnight stay in Tharpu.

After breakfast, you begin your return journey toward the lowland Terai region. The road gradually descends through winding hill highways, passing through Ilam’s tea gardens and scenic viewpoints. As you leave the hills behind, the landscape transforms into warm plains, busy towns, and agricultural fields.

Upon arrival in Birtamode, you check into your hotel and enjoy a comfortable evening after days of trekking. This is a good opportunity to rest, shop, or explore local food culture. Overnight stay in Birtamode.

After an early breakfast, you begin the final long drive back to Kathmandu. The journey takes you across Nepal’s diverse geography once again from flat plains to rivers, hills, and finally the capital valley.

Along the way, you can reflect on your trekking experience, the sacred lake visit, and the remote Himalayan landscapes you have explored. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, you will be transferred to your hotel or airport, marking the end of your unforgettable Timbung Pokhari adventure.