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Limi Valley Trek – 17 Days
17 Days Limi Valley Trekking Facts
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Weather |
Weather | -10°C to 20°C | View Weather Detail |
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Duration |
Duration | 17 Days | |
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Difficulty |
Difficulty | Moderate | View Difficulty Detail |
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Accommodation |
Accommodation | Tented camp/Lodge | |
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Meals Included |
Meals Included | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | |
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Best Season |
Best Season | Sept, Oct, Nov, March, April & May | |
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Transportation |
Transportation | Flight/Jeep | |
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Daily Activity |
Daily Activity | 06 hours walk | |
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Religion |
Religion | Buddhist | |
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Ethnic People |
Ethnic People | Limey | |
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Geographic Terrain |
Geographic Terrain | Hills, Village, Rivers, Waterfall, Terrace, Mountain | |
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Region of Nepal |
Region of Nepal | West Nepal | |
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Max. Altitude |
Max. Altitude | 4000m./13200ft. |
Overview
The Limi Valley Trek in western Nepal is one of the finest off-the-beaten-path treks. This remote trek follows the ancient salt trading route and offers unique cultural and natural experiences. It was opened to trekkers in 2002 because of its proximity to the Tibetan border. To protect the fragile ecosystem of the Limi Valley, authorities issue only a limited number of permits each year. This restriction keeps visitor numbers low, ensuring the area’s flora and fauna remain intact for future generations.
Most of the time, Limi Valley Trek pursues unexplored paths that frequently lead to ancient settlements. The nomadic, genuine way of existence has been frozen in time for a long time. On the Limi Valley Hike, authentic Tibetan culture, with its unique language, traditions, and way of life, is clearly visible. Trekkers can explore living museums at villages like Halji and Gombayok, where they can best view ancient Tibet.
The hike up to Gyuo Kharka, at a height of 5150 meters, is the Limi Valley Trek’s primary feature. This offers the chance to see the view that will make you fall in love with nature’s splendor. The stunning beauty of the Himalayas, including Saipal (7031m), Byas Rishi, Api, Kanjirowa, Kanti, and the Gorakh Mountains, can be seen from the summit of this pass.
Background
The Himalayan Peaks of Tibet, which include the holy peaks Mt. Kailash and Gorlamdanda, are where the beauty of nature continues to extend. Lake Mansarovar is a beautiful view from the Acme, located at the base of Mount Kailash.
Trekking to Limi Valley lets you observe rare and endangered plant and animal species. If you’re lucky, you might see any of the trek’s hundreds of herb and animal species, including blue sheep, yaks, wild horses, and snow leopards.
Despite all the hardships the residents of Limi Valley have faced for decades, life looks easy on this intriguing journey, an unconventional camping trek in far-western Nepal.
Highlights
- Cross the two breathtaking high mountain passes, Nyalu La at 4995 meters and Nara La at 4620 meters.
- Witness the fantastic views of mountains like Mt. Saipal, Mt. Api, Mt. Kanjirowa, Mt. Byas, Annapurna, Rishi, etc.
- Explore the country’s isolated region, experiencing its distinctive lifestyle and unique Tibetan culture.
- Walk along the path that follows the Karnali River as it carves through stunning rock formations.
- The beautiful landscape of Mount Kailash, which sits on the Tibetan Plateau, is truly breathtaking.
- Encounter diverse wildlife and plant life, including blue sheep, snow leopards, jackals, hyenas, musk deer, yaks, wild horses, rhododendrons, edelweiss, and Himalayan blue sheep.
- Relax in the rejuvenating waters of the Chugzur hot springs.
What is the level of difficulty for the Limi Valley Trek?
Due to its difficult terrain, high altitude, and steep ascents and descents, the Limi Valley Trek is done in a remote area. It is suggested for seasoned hikers with a high level of physical fitness and endurance.
January
-10°C to -5°C
February
-10°C to -3°C
March
-8°C to 0°C
April
-5°C to 5°C
May
0°C to 10°C
June
5°C to 15°C
July
10°C to 20°C
August
10°C to 20°C
September
5°C to 15°C
October
-3°C to 10°C
November
-8°C to 5°C
December
-10°C to -3°C
Best Time For Humla Limi Valley Trek
The best seasons for trekking in the Limi Valley are spring and autumn. During these times, the weather is clear, sunny, and comfortable for walking. The rhododendron bloom in spring makes the trails even prettier. Additionally, because Limi Valley is located in a rain shadow area, trekking during the monsoon season is also possible. Only experienced trekkers visit Humla during monsoon season.
Winter is not an ideal season for this trek as the trails are surrounded by dense snow, making it almost impossible to trek to this region during that time. Additionally, the temperature can drop as low as -20°C during winter.
17 Days Limi Valley Trekking Day-to-day-Itinerary
Day 1
Fly to Nepalgunj
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Trekking Time Average |
45 minutes flight |
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Accommodation |
Lodge in Nepalgunj |
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Altitude |
200m./660ft. |
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Included meals |
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
Upon landing at Kathmandu’s Tribhuvan International Airport, one of our representatives will meet and drive you to your accommodation. Later in the day, you will take a flight to Nepalgunj, located in the country’s western lowlands. After the hour-long flight, you will have time to explore the town.
Day 2
Fly to Simikot and trek to Dharapuri
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Trekking Time Average |
45 minutes flight - 12 km /04 hours walk |
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Accommodation |
Lodge in Dharapuri |
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Altitude |
2300m./7590ft. |
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Included meals |
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
After breakfast, you will board a flight to Simikot, the district headquarters of Humla. It is the starting point of the beautiful Limi Valley Trek. During the 45-minute flight, you will be treated to magnificent views of the Himalayas. Upon arrival, your actual trek begins from Simikot to the small settlement of Dharapuri, which sits at 2300 meters. You will traverse several suspension bridges and pass through quaint villages.
Day 3
Trek to Kermi
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Trekking Time Average |
14km./05 hours walk |
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Accommodation |
Tented camp at Kermi |
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Altitude |
2870m./9471ft. |
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Included meals |
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
After breakfast, you’ll begin your walk toward Kermi. This trek will take us through charming pine forests and little towns. After trekking along the Karnali River, we will cross it on a suspension bridge and head to Kermi, a little village well-known for its hot springs. You may take in the stunning surroundings when unwinding in the hot springs.
Day 4
Trek to Yalbung
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Trekking Time Average |
15km./05 hours walk |
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Accommodation |
Tented camp at Yalbung |
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Altitude |
3060m./10098ft. |
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Included meals |
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
During today’s excursion, you may encounter a few challenging hills along the trail. However, your efforts will be rewarded with breathtaking views of the mountains as you pass through enchanting woodlands. Your destination for the day is Yalbung, a little settlement at 3060 meters above sea level.
Day 5
Trek to Talkot
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Trekking Time Average |
15km./05 hours walk |
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Accommodation |
Tented camp at Talkot |
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Altitude |
3073m./10140ft. |
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Included meals |
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
After breakfast, you will continue your journey to Talkot. The trail offers breathtaking views of the mountains as you pass through lovely valleys. You will arrive at Talkot, a little settlement situated at a height of 3073 meters.
Day 6
Trek to Yari
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Trekking Time Average |
16km./06 hours walk |
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Accommodation |
Tented camp at Yari |
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Altitude |
3663m./12087ft. |
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Included meals |
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
Today’s hike presents a bit more challenge as you ascend the 4620-meter-high Nara La Pass. The terrain is hilly, requiring a certain level of physical fitness. Yet, the breathtaking vistas of the Mountains and the nearby valleys make the effort worthwhile. Your today’s destination is the little settlement of Yari, situated at 3663 meters above sea level.
Day 7
Trek to Hilsa via Nara La Pass
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Trekking Time Average |
18km./06 hours walk |
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Accommodation |
Tented camp at Hilsa |
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Altitude |
3700m./12210ft. |
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Included meals |
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
After a brief journey today, you will arrive at Hilsa, a small settlement situated at an altitude of 3700 meters. Along the trail, you will be treated to breathtaking views of the mountains as you pass through picturesque valleys. You will also traverse the Nara La Pass, towering at 4620 meters.
Day 8
Trek to Manepeme
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Trekking Time Average |
14km./05 hours walk |
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Accommodation |
Tented camp at Manepeme |
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Altitude |
3990m./13167ft. |
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Included meals |
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
You will go off on your trip toward Manepeme after breakfast. The trail offers breathtaking views of the mountains while you pass through lovely valleys. You will arrive at the little community of Manepeme, which is 3990 meters above sea level.
Day 9
Manepeme to Til
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Trekking Time Average |
15km./06 hours walk |
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Accommodation |
Tented camp at Til |
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Altitude |
4000m./13200ft. |
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Included meals |
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
After a brief journey today, you will arrive in Til, a little community at a height of 4000 meters. The trail offers breathtaking views of the mountains while you pass through lovely valleys.
Day 10
Rest day in Til
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Trekking Time Average |
Excursion around |
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Accommodation |
Tented camp at Til |
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Altitude |
4000m./13200ft. |
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Included meals |
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
Today is a rest day. You can explore the village and surrounding areas, interact with the locals, and learn about their culture and traditions.
Day 11
Trek to Tatopani via Halji
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Trekking Time Average |
14km./05 hours walk |
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Accommodation |
Lodge in Tatopani |
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Altitude |
3670m./12111ft. |
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Included meals |
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
After leaving Til, we’ll cross a little river to go to Halji hamlet, a stunning old monastery. It is one of the oldest monasteries in the Humla region and features stunning statues and murals. We’ll hike on to Tatopani after touring the monastery. We will pass lovely waterfalls, prayer flags, and breathtaking mountain vistas on the route.
Day 12
Trek to Talung
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Trekking Time Average |
14km./05 hours walk |
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Accommodation |
Campping at Limi River |
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Altitude |
4370m./14421ft. |
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Included meals |
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
We will trek today to reach the Talung village along the Limi River. It is a little, picturesque settlement that is both distant and composed of stone and wood. We will also travel through a little gorge surrounded by high rocks on both sides. Although the trip is somewhat difficult, the breathtaking scenery will make it all worthwhile.
Day 13
Trek to Shinjungma
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Trekking Time Average |
16km./06 hours walk |
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Accommodation |
Tented camp in Shinjungma hamlet |
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Altitude |
3620m./11946ft. |
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Included meals |
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
Today’s hike will take us through alpine meadows and heavily forested areas. We will cross several small streams through the Shey Phoksundo National Park. Wildlife that we might see includes musk deer, blue sheep, and snow leopards. We will spend the night at Shinjungma hamlet, which is located in a lovely valley and offers a stunning view of the mountains.
Day 14
Trek to Kermi
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Trekking Time Average |
14km./05 hours walk |
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Accommodation |
Tented camp at Kermi village |
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Altitude |
2670m./8811ft. |
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Included meals |
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
We will return to Kermi village today, where we can unwind and recover. We can plunge in the naturally hot water and enjoy the hot springs. We can go to the village and talk to the residents there to learn about their culture and way of life.
day 15
Trek to Dharapuri
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Trekking Time Average |
14km./05 hours walk |
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Accommodation |
Tented cmap at Dharapuri |
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Altitude |
2300m./7590ft. |
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Included meals |
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
After leaving Kermi, we will hike through lovely woodlands and terraced farms to Dharapuri. We will also traverse a number of suspension bridges over rivers. Because the hike will be straightforward, we can take our time and savor the stunning views along the way.
Day 16
Trek to Simikot
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Trekking Time Average |
16km./06 hours walk |
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Accommodation |
Guesthouse at Simikot |
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Altitude |
2950m./9735ft. |
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Included meals |
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
Today, we will hike to Simikot, the district of Humla’s administrative hub. A suspension bridge will be used to cross the Karnali River after some tiny communities. When we get there, we will check into a guesthouse in Simikot, where we can take hot showers and eat hearty meals.
Day 17
Fly to Nepalgunj and connection fly to Kathmandu
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Trekking Time Average |
30 minutes flight to Nepalgunj/ 45 minutes flight to Kathmandu 45 minutes flight to Kathmandu |
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Altitude |
1295m./4273ft. |
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Included meals |
Breakfast, Lunch |
Today, we will fly from Simikot to Nepalgunj and then back to Kathmandu. We will have the chance to reflect on our incredible journey to Limi Valley and the priceless memories we have created. After we return to Kathmandu, we will be transferred to our hotel so that we may rest or explore the beautiful Kathmandu Valley.
What do you get in the Trip?
Included
- Tribhuwan international airport transfer ( Airport + Hotel + Airport )in Kathmandu .
- All meals ( Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner with tea/coffee) during the trip.
- All camping gear and kitchen utensils during the trek
- One experienced, first aid trained, fluent English speaking, local language speaking, friendly and government authorized trekking guide, a cook, kitchen helpers and porters to carry all the food and trekking gear.
- Kathmandu – Nepalgunj – Simikot and return flights with airport taxes.
- All necessary Limi Valley Trekking permits.
- Guide and staff’s food, accommodation, salary and insurance etc .
- Government tax, vat and office service charges.
- Public liability insurance etc.
Not included
- Hotel accommodation and meals in Kathmandu.
- Hard and soft table drinks such as tea/coffee, coke, fanta, mineral water, beer, desert, hot shower, hot water, battery charge, laundry, phone bill, bar bill etc.
- Personal Travel insurance.
- Tips for guide and staff .( Highly suggested).
Book the Trip
Available dates..
Currently, we do not have any scheduled group trips, but you are welcome to embark on the journey on a date that suits you best.
Limi Valley Trek – 17 Days Departure Date
17 Days
Trip Days
15 Sep, 2024
Start Sunday
1 Oct, 2024
End Tuesday
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17 Days
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22 Sep, 2024
Start Sunday
8 Oct, 2024
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17 Days
Trip Days
29 Sep, 2024
Start Sunday
15 Oct, 2024
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Additional Trip Information
Where is Limi Valley Located?
The Limi Valley is in the northwest part of Nepal’s Humla District. It’s a high-altitude valley that borders Nepal and Tibet to the north. The Limi River drains it, a tributary of the Humla Karnali River. The Limi Valley is drained by the Limi River, which flows into the Humla Karnali River. This valley has just three villages: Dzang, Halji, and Til.
These villages are situated at different heights—Dzang is at 3,920m, Halji at 3,700m, and Til at 4,100m above sea level. To reach the Limi Valley, travelers first journey to Simikot, the headquarters of Humla District.
You can reach the Limi Valley from Simikot using two different paths. One route starts by following the Humla Karnali River from Simikot to Hilsa then crossing the river. From there, you ascend the eastern trail to Limi Valley, entering near Til village. This route typically takes 5-7 days to traverse. The other route also starts by following the Humla Karnali River upstream but diverges north at the confluence of the Salli Khola and Humla Karnali rivers. This path takes you over the 4,995m high Nyalu Lagna pass.
Then, it goes into Talung Valley. After a day’s walk, it reaches Limi Valley near Takche, east of Dzang village. Walking this route generally takes 4-5 days.
Can Beginner Trek to Limi Valley?
It’s an ideal spot for those looking for a unique and exciting experience. Yes, a beginner with a strong willpower and a decent fitness can easily overcome this trek. Even though the trek will take numerous days, the majestic views motivate you to keep going. Acclimatization is a must in these cases, as you will be trekking above 5000 meters.
Accommodation and Meal During Limi valley Trek
The Humla Limi Valley trek is one of the least explored regions of Nepal, and it has a very low population. This trek requires total camping as no teahouses or a variety of food options are available. Only a few teahouses in Simikot and some other places provide necessary supplies.
High-quality tents and the kitchen, dining, sleeping, and toilets are provided for accommodation. Essentials like a gas stove for cooking, necessary utensils, towels, hand wash soaps, toilet paper, and dining chairs and tables are also included.
Since there are no teahouses along the trail, you’ll enjoy preparing food with the provided cook. Besides tented camps, rest days are spent in the best available hotels with maximum facilities. Meals include the staple Nepali diet of dal-bhat, vegetable curry, soups, eggs, bread, jam, porridge, herbal tea, ginger tea, coffee, noodles, seasonal vegetables, and salads.
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