🌄 Experience the breathtaking beauty of Paanch Pokhari Trek! 🏔️
Monsoon has its own beauty because of abundant rainfall, transforming the landscapes into different vibrant shades of green. Join us on an unforgettable journey to one of Nepal’s hidden gems, the Paanch Pokhari trek.
Immerse yourself in the serene and tranquil surroundings of the mystical land of the five sacred lakes. 🌅
What better choice than trekking in Paanch Pokhari, Sindhupalchowk during the monsoon season? The wildflowers blooming all over the hills and making a natural garden around the lakes is such a spectacular moment to witness with your own eyes.
When: August 27-31, 2026
Limited seats- 8pax
Whatsapp- +977 9813530997
Maakali Bus park (Google Map)
6:30am from Maakal Bus park
August 27, 2026
If you are first time-trekker don’t worry as you will be guided by a professional female guide.
Here are some words from our tour leader: Sajana Bhadel
I always wanted to do the trek and I did my first Gosaikunda trek in 2013 but I regret doing that trek. Do you know why?
I was with the wrong travel companions with 65 yrs old grandfathers and uncles. I still remember how I cried and bitch to myself when I couldn’t walk with them. It was their 27th times in Gosaikunda very famous for pilgrimage sites. Though I grew up carrying the heavy loads and was physically fit having no travel guidance and good travelers ruined my first trek. I promised myself not to do trek in my life but life has a different purpose. Today, I am a trekking guide and I’ve learned many things from my experiences to curate immersive and cultural experiences for a lifetime.
These 5 days customized trek is especially for you if you are a
” A beginner trekker”
“Looking for new friends to travel”
“Love natural flowers and lakes in monsoon”
“Don’t like rain: You will eventually admire the rain once you set off on your journey :)”
“Want to lost in the clouds”
“Want to take a holy bath above 4000m”
“Would like to dance in Shamanism beats”
“Looking to escape/skip crowds”
Our Panch Pokhari journey begins with an approximately 6-hour scenic drive from Kathmandu to Chhimti, passing through Bhotechaur and Melamchi. Leaving the busy Kathmandu Valley behind, the drive gradually takes us into the peaceful countryside of Sindhupalchok, with changing landscapes, small settlements, terraced fields, and green hills along the way.
From Chhimti, we begin our first walk toward Tuppi Danda, following a quiet local trail through the hills. This introductory walk gives us our first taste of the natural surroundings and rural landscapes that characterize the Panch Pokhari journey.
We reach Tuppi Danda (2,320 m), where we settle in for the evening and prepare for the journey deeper into the Panch Pokhari region.
Driving: Approx. 6 hours
Starting point: Kathmandu
Drive to: Chhimti (2,400 m)
Overnight: Tuppi Danda (2,320 m / 7,611 ft)
Today is one of the most challenging yet rewarding days of our Panch Pokhari journey. After an early breakfast at Tuppi Danda, we begin a steady uphill walk toward the sacred lakes of Panch Pokhari.
As we gain altitude, the landscape gradually transforms from lush forest and green hills into more open and rugged alpine terrain. Along the way, we pass through Deurali and Nasimpati, important resting points on the route, where we can take short breaks and enjoy the changing mountain scenery.
The climb becomes more demanding as we approach the higher elevations, so we continue at a comfortable pace with plenty of time for rest and hydration.
Eventually, we arrive at Panch Pokhari (4,100 m)—a spectacular collection of five sacred high-altitude lakes surrounded by the peaceful Himalayan landscape. Panch Pokhari holds deep spiritual significance for both Hindus and Buddhists, and every year pilgrims make their way here, particularly during Janai Purnima.
After a long day of walking, we settle in and experience the quiet atmosphere of this sacred Himalayan destination.
Starting altitude: Tuppi Danda – 2,320 m
Highest/overnight altitude: Panch Pokhari – 4,100 m / 13,451 ft
Altitude gain: Approx. 1,780 m
Trail: Tuppi Danda → Deurali → Nasimpati → Panch Pokhari
Difficulty: Challenging – significant altitude gain
We begin our morning surrounded by the peaceful high-altitude landscape of Panch Pokhari (4,100 m). After breakfast, we take time to explore the five sacred lakes, enjoying the calm surroundings and learning about their spiritual and cultural significance to local Hindu and Buddhist communities.
For those who wish, we can start early and walk to a nearby viewpoint above Panch Pokhari, offering beautiful panoramic views of the surrounding Himalayan peaks and valleys when the weather is clear. We then return to Panch Pokhari for breakfast and prepare for our descent.
Leaving the sacred lakes behind, we retrace our trail through the changing alpine landscape toward Nasimpati and Deurali. As we descend, the rugged high-altitude terrain gradually gives way to greener hills and forested trails.
After a long but mostly downhill walk, we arrive back at Tuppi Danda (2,320 m), where we rest for the night and reflect on our experience at one of Sindhupalchok’s most sacred Himalayan destinations.
Starting altitude: Panch Pokhari – 4,100 m / 13,451 ft
Overnight: Tuppi Danda – 2,320 m / 7,611 ft
Route: Panch Pokhari → Nasimpati → Deurali → Tuppi Danda
Walking: Long descent
Difficulty: Moderate to challenging
After breakfast at Tuppi Danda, we begin the final walk of our Panch Pokhari journey toward Chhimti. We follow the familiar trail through peaceful forests, small settlements, and the beautiful hilly landscapes of Sindhupalchok.
This is a relatively relaxed day compared with the previous high-altitude sections of the journey, giving us time to enjoy the surroundings and reflect on our experience at the sacred lakes of Panch Pokhari.
Upon reaching Chhimti, we conclude our walk and celebrate the completion of our memorable Panch Pokhari journey.
Starting point: Tuppi Danda – 2,320 m
Ending point: Chhimti
Trail: Mostly descending and undulating
Difficulty: Easy to moderate
We will take our early bus at 8:00 am and after 5-6 hrs drive we will back to home with lots of memories
