One of the world's deepest valleys, the Arun Valley is tucked between the Barun Valley and the Sagarmatha National Park. This gorgeous area provides hikers with an alternate path to the well-known Everest Base Camp climb, offering a unique blend of cultural richness and breathtaking views of snow-capped mountains.
As you climb to higher heights, this valley named for the Arun River, which rises in Tibet and joins the Saptakoshi River offers expansive views of Mount Everest, Makalu, Baruntse, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, and Thamserku. The Arun Valley walk is still a popular place for culture, even though less people visit it now than when the Lukla airport was built.
Cultural Richness and Natural Beauty
Visitors to Nepal's hilly regions can immerse themselves in the rich culture of the Arun Valley. The trip passes through typical villages populated by Rai, Limbu, Tamang, Sherpa, Chhetri and Brahmins ethnic groups. These communities provide a window into the customs of the area and are surrounded by rivers that are sparkling with clean water, thick forests, and terraced slopes.
Although the majority of the journey is a tea house adventure, but some guiders may arrange tent treks upon request. Trekkers may completely lose themselves in the natural beauty and indigenous culture of the Makalu region, which is home to the world's tallest mountains, Everest (8848m) and Makalu (8463m), because to this flexibility.
The Trekking Route
The Arun Valley Trek begins with a flight from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar, the starting point of the trek. Trekkers then travel through dense, varied forests that lead to the stunning Rai and Sherpa settlements. Salpa Pokhari, a sacred pond that draws Hindu pilgrims from all over the world, particularly during the October fair, is one of the trek's key attractions.
The view of Chamlang (7321m) and Makalu (8463m) from the summit of Salpa Bhanjyang is another noteworthy feature. Along with passing by Hinku Valley, the walk also enters Sagarmatha National Park and passes through the Makalu Barun Conservation Area. Large grasslands and little Sherpa settlements, like Namche Bazaar, the commercial center of the Khumbu region, will be traversed by trekkers.
Trekkers may explore Nepal's unique culture and nature with the Arun Valley Trek, which takes place between the serene paths of the Arun Valley and the busy towns of the Dudh Koshi Valley. Visits to a variety of temples and monasteries during the walk offer priceless insights into the traditions of the Rai and Sherpa people.
Photos and Reference Credit: Base Camp Adventure,Himalayan Wander Walker
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