Pattale Hill Village, a small mountain settlement 240 km east of Kathmandu, is one of the best viewpoints to see the magnificent Mt. Everest at 8,848 mand many other Himalayan peaks. The road to Pattale passes through scenic villages, river valleys, and terraced mountain settlements.

A short hike to Pattale offers a glimpse into the unique culture and lifestyle of the Sherpa and Magar indigenous people. The major inhabitants are Magar, Sherpa, Rai, and Tamang, whose main occupations are agriculture, trade, and tourism. You can enjoy traditional Sherpa culture and lifestyle. During February and April, the rhododendrons (the national flower of Nepal) bloom spectacularly, adding to the beauty of Pattale Hill.

Highlights of the Pattale Hill Trek:

• Panoramic view of Mt. Everest and many other Himalayan peaks.

• Walk through rhododendron forests.

• Explore the local market in Pattale village.

• Mesmerizing sunrise view from Pattale Hill.

LODGING LEVEL

Kathmandu: Hotel Yatri Suites & Spa

TRIP GRADE

Moderate

MEALS

1 Breakfast, 12 Lunch & 1 Dinner

ATTRACTIONS

Pattale Hill

MAXIMUM ALTITUDE

1,400m/4,593ft

We start our journey early, at 5:30 am, and start driving towards Pattale Hill through the bank of the Sun Koshi River. It takes about 8 hours of driving through various greenery, including Churia hills, small villages, and rivers, ascending and descending tracks of roads, and finally reaching Pattale Village. After refreshment, take a little hike around the village. In the village, there is a local market where people from another village come to sell their things.

Includes: Lunch, Dinner, Private Transport, an English-speaking Trekking Guide, and an overnight accommodation at an available local lodge in Patale village.

In the early morning, we hike to Patale Hill for a sunrise view from the horizon of mountain ranges, an amazing view of Mt. Everest (8848 m), Mt. Makalu (8643 m), Lhotse (8516 m), Nuptse (7864 m), Kanchenjunga (8586 m), Ama Dablam (6812 m), Mera Peak (6461 m), Number, Karyalung, Cholatse, Taboche, Thamserku, Chamlang, Pumori, and many more interesting views. Afterward, return to the hotel, have breakfast, and retrace our way back to Kathmandu.

Includes: Breakfast, Lunch, Private Transport, an English-speaking Trekking Guide, and an overnight accommodation at Yatri Suites & Spa or a similar hotel in Kathmandu.