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Dudh Kunda Trek



Dudh Kunda is a lake, situated at the front of Number Himal, locally known as Milky Pond of Solu. It is one of the best destination places in Everest region. Dudh Kunda lake trekking is located in the low region of Everest trekking or Solu region. In every August there is an influx of devotees of Hindus and Buddhist who come to perform cleansing ritual at the lake. Dudh kunda situated in the lap of Mt. Numbur literally means lake of milk and is said to be a sacred lake and is venerated by the local people. You will enjoy panoramic Himalayan views of Everest, Mt. Number, and other Everest Himalaya range. The region of Dudh Kunda trekking gets fewer tourists making it a refreshing and peaceful place to trek where you will be overawed by the locals, the natural beauty of the area and the stunning mountain scenery. Dudh Kunda is a cultural and nature lover trek in Nepal.

The trail to Dudh kunda trekking starts at Jiri on the route to Shivalaya following a spectacular, isolated ridge through dense forest and rocky and yak grazing pastures. The area is quite remote and you are unlikely to meet anyone on this rarely traveled trail. Dudh Kunda trekking trail takes you through dense forests of rhododendron, a variety of wild animals & birds such as Mountain Thars, Bears, Leopard, Jackal  etc. From Sasarbeni, we move towards Dudh kunda. While at the lake, take a walk right around its shore and look for the spring, high up on the Northeastern side, considered to be the source of the holy water. Amazing and beautiful views of flora and fauna, experience and interaction with diverse cultures of Sherpa, Khaling, Rai, Tamangs, Magar, Gurungs, make this journey a lifetime experience and achievement. The hospitality of the locals is for the most spirit warming experiences of the Solu Dudh Kunda area. Dudh Kunda Lukla trek; amazing and adventurous journey would attract anyone to remember and have a life long experience. Dudh Kunda trekking trail takes you all the way through the ancient trading routes in the Everest region, crossing the river valleys, narrow ridges, up and down hills.

This trail will take you through the pike peak and famous Goli Gompa up to the holy Lake Dudh Kunda which is the final destination of our trek where we can view the amazing lake. From the lake vicinity you can enjoy panoramic views of the Everest Himalaya range. 

Outline Itinerary
Day 01: Greetings at Kathmandu Airport
Day 02: A full day recreational tour of Kathmandu, the capital valley
Day 03: Kathmandu to Jiri drive 7-8 hours
Day 04: Jiri to Deurali (2705m) 
Day 05: Trek to Serdingma (2410m) 
Day 06: Trek to Kayama 
Day 07: Trek to Chorma 
Day 08: Trek to Lakoma Kharka
Day 09: Trek to Chatharam Kharka 
Day 10: Trek to Sasarbeni (3835m) 
Day 11: Trek to Dudh Kunda (4561m)
Day 12: Exploration and back to Sasarbeni 
Day 13: Trek to Thanga (3800m)
Day 14: Trek to Tate
Day 15: Trek to Lukla 
Day 16: Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu
Day 17: Free day in Kathmandu
Day 18: Final Departure
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Location: Solukhumbu, Nepal

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