Highlight
- Spend nights in the homestays of the locals or tented camps.
- Trek up to Silichung peak (4156m) and experience Nepal like never before.
- Catch awe-striking views of Everest, Mt Kanchenjunga, Makalu, Lhotse, Nuptse and more.
- Travel through pastures, lush forests, rivers, lakes, villages, and valleys.
- Get to know the unique culture, lifestyle, food, and tradition of the Kirati people.
- Visit the region indigenous to the Kirat-Rai Tribe, one of the Trans-Himalayan tribes of Nepal.
- Explore the Far-Eastern side of Nepal.
- One of the recently opened virgin trekking routes.
Overview
Nepal feels less explored the more you explore it. The country is a bucket of many beautiful trekking trails. If you check the bucket randomly, you will find many less explored trails; Just the way you’ve seen this Mundum Trail, an unexplored, wild, and off-the-beaten trekking in Nepal.
Yes, Mundhum Trail is a newly explored trekking trail located in Far East Nepal. Mundum means the holy book of the Kirati People. As the trek goes through the lands of the Kirati People, it is named Mundum Trail. Inaugurated in 2018 by the Government of Nepal, Mundum Trail is a perfect trekking route for the remote cultural and pristine natural trek.
By choosing this trek, you’ll travel the Eastern hills of Nepal, home to the Kirati People, one of the Sino-Tibetan ethnic groups. On this trail of Mundum, you’ll walk to witness the snow-capped mountains, breathtaking landscapes, lush forests, vast pastures, iconic hamlets, chiming rivers, waterfalls, lakes, sacred sites, and more.
The trek has excellent views of Lhotse, Everest, Nuptse, Chamlang, Number, Makalu, Kanchenjunga, and more if you are a mountain lover. Above everything, you’ll touch and explore a culturally vibrant place. The region is one of the last places where you can meet the Kirat ethnic. You will get to stay in the Kirat-rai communities of the trail. And that is the best way to gain insights into indigenous culture, tradition, and lifestyle. Those villages you will explore on Mundhum Trail, one of the virgin trekking routes, have been there since old age.
So this trek is an escape for you if you love knowing foreign people and cultures. The Mundhun Trail is a relatively easy route to take. You do have to be a super trekker for this trek. However, you’ll have to walk several uphills to reach ridges and hilltops. There will be nights when you have to settle in a tented camp. Otherwise, Mundhum Trail Trekking, one of the less explored trails, is a comfortable tour. It is a 13 days trip where you have to walk on average 4-5 hours of slow walking on trekking days.
Outline Itinerary
Day 1: Drive to Diktel(1430m) Vai Haleshi Mahadeva temple 9/10 hrs. drive
Day 2: Drive to Tawa Banjang (2760m) 5/6 hrs.
Day 3: Explore Temke Dada (3010m) and trek down to Chakewa 5/6 hrs.
Day 4: Trek to Dhotre (2752m) 6/7 hrs
Day 5: Trek to Hanspokhari (2962m) /3/4 hrs.
Day 6: Trek to Satdobato(3322m) Via Mayung peak (3333m) 6/7 hrs. overnight
Day 7: : Trek to Rawadhap (3436m) 6/7 hrs
Day 8: Trek to Salpa Bhanjyang (3348m) 4/5 hrs
Day 9: Early Morning Hike to Silichung peak (4156m) Via Salpa Pokhari (3458m) and Decent down to Wakkha (2676m)
Day 10: Trek down to Mahakulung (1751m) 5/6 hrs.
Day 11: Early Morning Visit To Mahakulung Gudel gau (1968m) and explore area view Mahakulung Village Return Back to chachalung and trek to Bung (1677m)
Day 12: Drive to Dhap 5/7 hrs.
Day 13: Drive back to Kathmandu 7/8 hrs.
FAQ's
What is the Mundhum Trail Trek?
- The Mundhum Trail is a cultural ridge trekking route in eastern Nepal that follows ancestral Kirat pathways, blending scenic hills, ethnic settlements, and spiritual landscapes across Bhojpur, Khotang, Solukhumbu, and Sankhuwasabha districts.
Why is it called “Mundhum”?
- The name comes from the Mundhum, the sacred oral scriptures of the Kirat people, representing their cosmology, myths, and rituals — giving the trail both cultural and spiritual significance.
How long does the Mundhum Trail Trek take?
- Most international trekkers complete Mundhum Trail Trek route in about 10–13 days, depending on pace, acclimatization, and itinerary choices.
What is the highest altitude on Mundhum Trail trek?
- The highest point is Silichung Peak (~4,153 m), offering panoramic views of the Himalayas, including Everest, Makalu, and Kanchenjunga on clear days.
Do trekkers need permits for Mundhum Trail Trek?
- Yes. A trekking permit issued by the Nepal Tourism Board is required for Mundhum Trail Trek, and additional permits may be needed depending on the exact route sections and conservation area regulations.
What kind of accommodation is available for Mundhum Trail Trek?
- At Mundhum Trail Trek, Accommodation is primarily in homestays and local lodges, offering an authentic experience of local culture, hospitality, and food.
What food and culture can I expect on the Mundhum Trail Trek?
- Trekkers enjoy local cuisine and can witness traditional Kirat ceremonies, music, and village life on Mundhum Trail Trek. Cultural festivals and rituals are part of the experience, especially during certain seasons.
What wildlife and scenery can I see on the Mundhum Trail Trek?
- The trail traverses biodiverse forests, alpine meadows, and ridge landscapes with rhododendrons and is home to various birds and wildlife, making it appealing to nature lovers.
