The Mundum Trail or Kirat Rai Cultural Trail, is a newly opened cultural and natural off the beaten path in Eastern Nepal. Salpa Silichung is the best viewpoint. The term Mundum or Mundhum is an orally based cultural practice of the Kirat community. The trail passes through the settlements of the Kirat people. The name Mundum highlights the cultural experience of the region in addition to exploring nature and the mountains.
Visitor feels pleasure to see snowfall in hills and beautiful mountains view including Mount Everest from the Silichung peak at 4,153 meters from sea level. The trail starts from Chakhewa Bhanjyang and passes through Dhotre, Maiyung (Hans Pokhari), Hyakule, Rawa Dhap, Salpa Bhanjyang (Kulupankha), and Silichung peak along the crest border of Bhojpur, Khotang, Solukhumbu, and Sankhuwasabha districts.
Nepal is famous not only for its beautiful mountains but also for its culture and traditions. The Mundum Trail offers wonderful panoramic Mountain View, green valleys, pasture land, and lush forests. The Mundum Trail is a cultural heritage of the Kirat Rai and Sherpa communities. We can see 5 mountains above 8,000 meters: Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Kanchenjunga, Makalu, Cho Oyu, and many mountains like Langtang, Dorje Lakpa, Numbur, Karyalung, Gaurishankar, Kongde, Kusum Kangaru, Thamserku, Khangtega, Kyasar, Mera Peak, Nuptse, Chamlang, and many more.
Mundum explains Kirat civilization, Kirat history, culture, customs, rituals, technology, language, etc. So, the Mundum Trail is a culturally, spiritually, and religiously important trail. This trail is also the best place to study about Shamans.
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,400 m / 4,600 ft), Transfer to Hotel
Day 2: Half Day Sightseeing in Kathmandu and trek preparation
Day 3: Drive from Kathmandu to Diktel (1,650 m / 5,415 ft) – 8 hours
Day 4: Drive to Chakhewa Bhanjyang (2,300 m / 7,550 ft) – 2.5 hours and Trek to Dhotre (2,752 m / 9,030 ft) – 6 hours
Day 5: Trek to Maiyung (Hans Pokhari 3,122 m / 10,240 ft) – 4 hours
Day 6: Trek to Rawa Dhap (3,426 m / 11240 ft) – 7 hours
Day 7: Trek to Salpa Bhanjyang (Kulupankha 3,348 m / 10,980 ft) – 4.5 hours
Day 8: Explore Silichung Hill (4,153 m / 13,625 ft) and around Salpa Pokhari
Day 9: Trek to Ghyangkharka (3,612 m / 11,850 ft) via Runa Danda (3,605 m / 11,830 ft)
Day 10: Trek to Biskham (2,400 m / 8,870 ft) – 6 hours
Day 11: Trek to Para (1,700 m / 5,580 ft) – 5 hours
Day 12: Drive to Halesi 1,450 m / 4,760 ft – 4 hours
Day 13: Drive to Kathmandu (1,400 m / 4,600 ft) – 7 hours
Day 14: Transfer to International airport
Route Map
The Mundum Trail Trek is relatively easier in terms of altitude compared to the Everest Base Camp Trek. The highest point on the Mundum Trail is Silichung Hill, at 4,153 m (13,625 feet). However, the hiking trail is more technical because it is newly explored. Trekkers do not require technical training or rock climbing skills, but good physical fitness is essential for hiking 6 to 8 hours daily. It is recommended to engage in physical fitness programs such as running, swimming, and hiking before your journey.
The best months to do the Mundum Trail Trek is February, March, April, May, September, October, November, and December. During these months, the weather is generally favorable with clear skies and mild temperatures, making for optimal trekking conditions and stunning mountain views.
Our trekking guides are trained and hold a trekking guide license issued by the Nepalese government. All of our guides are local with a deep understanding of the mountains, culture, health and your safety. All of our guides are skilled, experienced, courteous and helpful. They are proficient in English and will be able to communicate effectively with you throughout the trip.
There are limited local tea shops along the trail, where you can get Nepali Dal Bhat (rice, curry, and lentils) and instant noodle soups. Therefore, on this trip, we will manage breakfast, lunch, and dinner for you. We will take all necessary food provisions, food will be prepared by our cook.
We need to carry 3 to 4 liters of drinking water per person during the hiking days. Boiled water will be available at our lunch stops and overnight stays. We do not recommend drinking water from taps, lakes, or rivers.
You will be accommodated in 3 or 4-star hotels in Kathmandu. In Diktel and Halesi, you will stay in guest houses. During the trek, you will have home stay or tent accommodations. All rooms or tents are on a shared basis, with each accommodating 2 persons. Single supplements are available for an additional charge if requested in advance.
Yes, it is necessary to have insurance to join this Annapurna Circuit Trek. Your insurance should cover cost of Helicopter rescue and treatment.
Yes, while porters can carry the majority of your belongings, it’s recommended to carry a small day backpack yourself. This backpack can hold essentials such as drinking water, snacks, sunscreen, camera, sunglasses and any other items you may need easy access to during the day hike.
Yes, trekkers should note that the luggage limit for a porter is 20kg, and typically, there is one porter assigned for every two trekkers. It’s advisable to pack efficiently and within this weight limit to ensure ease of transportation during the trek.