Mundhum Trail

 The word “Mundum” finds its roots in kirati culture and history; it’s an oral guide to the kirati way of life and holds more traditional implications than religious tones. It is this fact that’s behind the christening of a new and up-and-coming trekking trail in Nepal’s eastern hills, the Mundum Trail. The trail charts hilly districts such as Khotang, Solukhumbu, Bhojpur and Sankhuwasabha.

The trail begins at Chakhewa, first two days we will drive to Halesi which is 223km from Kathmandu and Diktel another 37KM. There are rewards here from the get-go. Halesi, arguably the most prized destination in the trail, is most famous as a religious site for Hindus, Buddhists, and kiratis, coming alive during festivities such as Sakela, Shivaratri, Bala Chaturdashi, Ram Nawami and Teej, among others. Places such as Panchadevi, Kakani, Bhairavthan, Kalikasthan, Murdum Cave, Maratika Gompa and Mahadev Cave see visitors in droves during these festivals. It is believed that the Mahadev Cave hosted Gautam Buddha for his penance. Most visitors to Halesi like to take a dip in the Dudhkoshi River in Jayaram Ghat in the town. But there’s more to Halesi than its religious heritage.

Highlights

• Explore unique Kirant Culture enrich your trekking experience.
• Almost a virgin trail, less travelled by common hikers.
• Simple Ridge Walk and rejoice panoramic view
• Limbu and Rai ethnic local and their life style.
• Halesi where Guru Padmasambhva has meditated.
• Wildlife such as Red Pandas, Musk deer, Himalayan Thar etc