WORLD VISION NZ HIKE FOR HOPE CHALLENGE
16 days ex New Zealand | Trekking Challenge | Nepal & India
NZ$7,500 per person
World Vision NZ has partnered with RAW Challenges to bring World Vision supporters in New Zealand an action packed and life-changing challenge. This journey is not for the fainthearted, you will experience the realities of Nepal and India in a way that few tourists do. Trek among Nepal's famed mountain peaks, experience the vibrant cities of Kolkata and Kathmandu, and visit rural India where you will be able to view first hand how supporting World Vision's work helps to improve the livelihoods of local communities. The trip price includes a sizable donation component which goes to further the work of World Vision
Day 1 - (Fri 19th Mar) Check in at Auckland airport for International flight
Day 2 - Bhaktapur
Day 3 - Begin trek to Chisopani
Day 4 - Trek Chisopani to Gulbhanjyang
Day 5 - Trek Gulbhanjyang to Tharepati
Day 6 - Trek Tharepati to Malemchigaon
Day 7 - Trek Malemchigaon to Tarke Gyang
Day 8 - Trek Tarke Gyang to Sermathang
Day 9 - Trek Sermathang to Malemchi / Nagakot
Days 10-11 - Kathmandu
Day 12 - Kathmandu / Kolkata (Calcutta)
Day 13 - Kolkata morning tour - Train to Jasidih
Day 14 - Jasidih / World Vision ADP visit
Day 15 - Return to Kolkata / Depart
Day 16 - (Sat 03 Apr) Arrive back in New Zealand
What's It All About
The Helambu region is an ideal introduction to Himalayan trekking; this horseshoe shaped circuit traverses delightful green valleys ascending upto 3700m at it's highpoint, with great views of the high Himalayan ranges that border Tibet. You'll be walking through Rhododendron forests and alpine meadows, passing Buddhist Stupas and small Gompas (monasteries). Staying in the small villages along the trail will be a highlight, allowing us an insight into Sherpa communities that call these valleys home.
After spending time looking around the many world heritage sites of Kathmandu on our return we depart for the proud and chaotic city of Kolkata, full of colour and vibrancy and Victorian era architecture. Finally we venture into little visited parts of India, remote Jarkhand state, full of colourful tribal villages and jungle covered hills. Here we visit our World Vision project and learn about the difference that WV is making in the life of the local villagers. We also visit the town of Deoghar, an important temple town and site of Hindu pilgrimmage
What's included
International flights & ticketed departure taxes (Auckland/Kathmandu, Kathmandu/Kolkata, Kolkata/Auckland)
Experienced western leader to accomany the trip
Experienced trek leader and local guides
Porters to carry your luggage on the trek
All accommodation: Basic teahouses on the trek
Bhaktapur, Kathmandu, Kolkata, Deogar hotels on twin share basis
Transfers and transport
Most meals; see itinerary for exact breakdown
National park entry fees
Train trip Kolkata to Jhasidh
Sizable donation to World Vision New Zealand as part of the trip price
What's not included
All items of a personal nature including sleeping bag
Nepalese visa & Indian visa
International departure taxes from Kathmandu (paid locally approx. 1100 NPR)
Personal spending money & guide gratuities
Book now or call
Need to know more about this trip? Drop Dave of RAW Travel an email at dave@rawtravel.com or telephone +61 3 9597 0799. If you're ready to book just click on the date of your departure and complete our simple booking form online. We will then contact you to collect a deposit of NZD$600.
