Pathibhara Devi Darshan Pilgrims Tour - Xtreme Climbers Treks and Expedition

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Trip Facts

Trip Highlights

Itinerary

Cost Includes

Cost Excludes

Trip Overview

Country Nepal

Max. Elevation 3794 m

Duration 13 days

Difficulty Easy

Best Season Any Season

Group Size 2 - 15 PAX

Pathibhara Devi or Mukkumlung is one of the most significant temples in Nepal, Considered one of the holy places for the Limbu people located on the hill of Taplejung at an elevation of 3,794 m (12,448 ft). Worshiped with equal reverence by both Buddhist and Hindu religions. The Goddess at Pathivara shrine is believed to fulfill the long-cherished dreams of her devotees. like sons for those without sons, and wealth for the poor. Pathivara Devi is considered one of the 'Shakti peethas'. Worshippers from different parts of Nepal and India flock to the temple during special occasions, as it is believed that a pilgrimage to the temple ensures fulfillment of all that the pilgrim desires. The devotees of Pathibhara also include members of the Royal family from Nepal. The pilgrims sacrifice animals and bring gold and silver as offerings to the Pathibhara Devi.

The journey to Pathibhara starts from Suketar (2840m) which takes about a 2-hour walk to reach Phungling Bazar. Pathibhara Devi is about 8-10 hours from Suketar. The airport at Suketar is the only airport in the Taplejung district. Suketar is connected to Kathmandu and Biratnagar by scheduled flights. Beautiful views of Kanchenjunga and Kumbhakarna can be seen from Suketar. From Suketar the trail passes through Deurali, Chhatedunga, Bhalugauda, Phedi, and finally to Pathibhara.

March through June and September to November are the best months to visit the temple. Pilgrimages can also have an opportunity to have an amazing view of the Kanchenjunga range or visit the waterfall at Sawa Pokhari and the pond of Timbuk, during autumn and spring every year. The thick forest Eco-System along the trail offers a diversity of wildlife, birds, flowers, and butterflies. The local people here are the Limbus, with the higher regions inhabited by people of Tibeto-Mongoloid ancestry. Sherpas, Rais, Gurungs, Magars, Newars, Sunwars, and Tamangs also live in this area, while the area also offers cultural diversity of Chhetris and Brahmins. The trail offers food and lodging facilities. Basic accommodation facilities are also available for pilgrims near the shrine.

Trip Facts

Destination: Nepal
Grade: Easy
Duration: 13 Days
Operation: Teahouse/ Camping
Activities: Hiking/ sightseeing
Highest access: 3,794m
Start From: KTM - Basantapur
Ending at: Suketar - KTM
Group Size: Up to 2 Pax.
Season: Any season

Trip Highlights

Religiously Important Place
Drive Kathmandu to Birtamod and Birtamod to Taplejung
Domestic flight back from Suketar or via Biratnagar. 1 hr (more fly via Biratnagar).
Highest Point 3,794 m (12,448 ft)
Bird Watching
Scenic view of snow-capped mountains
Cool Weather
Diversified Flora & Fauna
Safe Roads

Itinerary

Day by Day Itinerary: Option A

Day 01 - Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) Kathmandu: Arrival in Kathmandu [1300 m/4264 ft] Arrive at any time, Xtreme Climbers vehicle and represent we'll pick you up from Tribhuvan International Airport and take you to the hotel. Your included activities consist of refreshments, an introduction to your guide, as well as an introduction to The Trek. Meal includes: Breakfast

Day 02: Am breakfast drive from Kathmandu to Birtamod 11 hours Drive O/n hotel.

Meal Includes: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 03: Early breakfast drive from Birtamod to Taplejung by bus 11 hours. O/N hotel.

Meal Includes: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 04: After Breakfast, walk up to the Suketar (2-3 hrs walk). Visit the surroundings and local lifestyle along the trail walk further to the Deurali O/n hotel.

Meal Includes: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 05: After breakfast walk up to Phedi. (4 hrs walk). Enjoying the Scenic view of snow capped mountains along the way and Bird watching. O/n in Phedi.

Meal Includes: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 06: Phedi to Pathivara Devi Darshan. Enjoying the Scenic view of snow capped mountains along the way and Bird watching along the way we will reach the top of Pathivara for Darshan and Puja after that we will Walk back to Phedi. 2 hrs. O/N in Phedi.

Meal Includes: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 07: Walk from Phedi to Suketar. Visit the local monastery. You can have local food. 4-5 hrs. O/n at Suketar (Lodges/tea-shops).

Meal Includes: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 08: Fly directly to Kathmandu. We will fly back From Suketar or via Biratnagar. 1 hr (more fly via Biratnagar). And transfer to Hotel O/n hotels.

Meal Includes: Breakfast Dinner

Day 09: Departure day from Kathmandu (12,64m). Today your trip comes to an end. After breakfast at your hotel, you now have free time . If it is the day that you fly back home/ onward to your destination, we will transfer you to the airport on time. Or you could extend your stay or you may get our assistance for additional activities that you are interested in. Meal includes:Breakfast

Day by Day Itinerary: Option B

Day 01 - Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) Kathmandu: Arrival in Kathmandu [1300 m/4264 ft] Arrive at any time, Xtreme Climbers vehicle and represent we'll pick you up from Tribhuvan International Airport and take you to the hotel. Your included activities consist of refreshments, introduction to your guide, as well as an introduction on The Trek. Meal includes:Breakfast

Day 02 - Drive from Kathmandu to Ilam. Overnight at Ilam.

Meal Includes: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 03 – Drive from Ilam to Phedi. Overnight at Phedi.

Meal Includes: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 04 – Trek to Pathibhara and drive from Phedi to Phidim. Overnight at Phidim.

Meal Includes: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 05 – Drive from Phidim to Dharan or Bhedetar.

Meal Includes: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 06 – Drive from Dharan or Bhedetar to Kathmandu ( Janakpur can be covered as well).

Meal Includes: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 07: Departure day from Kathmandu (12,64m). Today your trip comes to an end. After breakfast at your hotel, you now have free time . If it is the day that you fly back home/ onward to your destination, we will transfer you to the airport on time. Or you could extend your stay or you may get our assistance for additional activities that you are interested in. Meal includes:Breakfast

Day by Day Itinerary: Option C

Day 01 - Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) Kathmandu: Arrival in Kathmandu [1300 m/4264 ft] Arrive at any time, Xtreme Climbers vehicle and represent we'll pick you up from Tribhuvan International Airport and take you to the hotel. Your included activities consist of refreshments, introduction to your guide, as well as an introduction on The Trek. Meal includes:Breakfast

Day: Fly from Kathmandu to Suketar (55 minutes) and trek to Deurali.

Meal Includes: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day: Trek to Phedi from Deurali. 4-5 hours.

Meal Includes: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day: Trek to Pathibhara. 3 hours and trek back to Phedi.

Meal Includes: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day: Trek to Suketar about 5 hrs

Meal Includes: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 06: Fly back to Kathmandu and transfer to a Hotel. Farewell dinner

Meal Includes: Breakfast Dinner

Cost includes

Airport Transportation: Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop by private car or van. It depends on the group.
Kathmandu Hotel Accommodation: 2 nights accommodation in a 3 star category in Kathmandu.
Meals and accommodation During Trip: Local Tea house / Hotel accommodation on full board (Breakfast, lunch and dinner) during trekking with Local fresh fruits as far as available.
Air or Land Transportation: Required necessary Air or Land Transport as per program and scheduled itinerary .
Trekking Permits: All necessary Government paper works and national park entry permits and TIMS Card including Trekking map card.
Trekking Guide: An experienced Government licensed holder guide and porter to carry your luggage during the trek.
Porters: Required necessary numbers of porters (2.member 1.Porter) 30.kg Per porter.
Xtreme Climbers Crew Meals, Wages, Insurance and Transportation: Insurance, food, accommodation and salary and transportation for Tour / Trekking Guide.
First Aid Kit: Group medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).
VAT / Tax and Office Charges: Office Service charge, government taxes and vat etc.

Cost Excludes

Air Fare: International flight airfare (from and to Kathmandu).
Nepal entry Visa fee: Nepal Visa fee US$ 60 per person for 30 days (to be applied for 60 days (USD$ 120).
Sightseeing : Sightseeing around historical monuments and entrance fee.
Extra night in Kathmandu and Lunch & Dinner: Extra nights accommodation and Lunch & dinner during the stay in Kathmandu In case of early arrival or late departure, early return from Trekking / Expedition (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary.
Insurance: Travel and high altitude insurance, accident, medical & emergency evacuation.
Rescue Evacuation: Medical Insurance and emergency rescue evacuation cost if required. (Rescue, Repatriation, Medication, Medical Tests and Hospitalization costs.)
Personal Trekking / Climbing equipment and personal Expenses: Personal Trekking and Climbing Gears, Internet, battery recharge, Hot shower, Laundry, any Alcoholic beverages & soft drinks (during the trek and in Kathmandu), and Personal Medical Kit bags.
Filming: Special Filming, Camera and Drone permit fee.
Tips: Calculate some tips for staff, Drivers and Porters .
Horse renting: Horse renting and additional porters during the trek.
Extra: Any other services or activities, which are not mentioned in the itinerary.
Any other item not listed in the “Cost Includes” section Or any costs which arise due to a change of the itinerary, because of landslides, domestic flight delays,political disturbance, and strikes etc.