Mundum Trail (Kirat Rai Cultural Trail)

Mundum Trail, also known as the Kirat Rai Cultural Trail, is a newly opened cultural and natural trekking trail in Eastern Nepal. Salpa Silichung is the best viewpoint. The term Mundum or Mundhum is an orally based cultural practice of the Kirat community. The trail passes through the settlements of the Kirat people. The name Mundum highlights the cultural experience of the region in addition to exploring nature and the mountains.

The Mundum Trail goes up to the highest elevation of 4,153 meters from sea level to the viewpoint of Silichung Peak. The trail starts from Chakhewa Bhanjyang and passes through Dhotre, Maiyung (Hans Pokhari), Hyakule, Rawa Dhap, Salpa Bhanjyang (Kulupankha), and Silichung peak along the crest border of Bhojpur, Khotang, Solukhumbu, and Sankhuwasabha districts.

Nepal is famous not only for its beautiful mountains but also for its culture and traditions. The Mundum Trail offers a wonderful panoramic mountain view, green valleys, pasture land, and lush forests. The Mundum Trail is a cultural heritage of the Kirat Rai and Sherpa communities. We can see 5 mountains above 8,000 meters: Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Kanchenjunga, Makalu, Cho Oyu, and many mountains like Langtang, Dorje Lakpa, Numbur, Karyalung, Gaurishankar, Kongde, Kusum Kangaru, Thamserku, Khangtega, Kyasar, Mera Peak, Nuptse, Chamlang, and many more.

Mundum explains Kirat civilization, Kirat history, culture, customs, rituals, technology, language, etc. So, the Mundum Trail is a culturally, spiritually, and religiously important trail. This trail is also the best place to study about Shamans.

Mundum Trail Itinerary overview

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu, Transfer to Hotel 1,400 m
Day 2: Sightseeing in Kathmandu, trek preparation
Day 3: Drive from Kathmandu to Halesi 1,355 m (8 hours)
Day 4: Drive to Chakhewa Bhanjyang 2,300 m (5 hours)
Day 5: Trek to Dhotre 2,752 m (6 hours)
Day 6: Trek to Maiyung (Hans Pokhari) 3,122 m (4 hours)
Day 7: Trek to Rawa Dhap 3,426 m (7 hours)
Day 8: Trek to Salpa Bhanjyang (Kulupankha) 3,348 m (4.5 hours)
Day 9: Explore Silichung Hill 4,153 m and around
Day 10: Trek to Sibdu 2,700 m (7 hours)
Day 11: Trek to Tap Khola 1,300 m (5 hours)
Day 12: Drive to Kathmandu 1,400 m
Day 13: Transfer to International airport

Highlights of the Mundum Trail:

• Kirat Heritage trail
• 5 mountains view above 8000 mt including Everest and Kanchenjunga
• Beautiful rhododendron forest, bamboo bushes
• Wild animal Red panda, Himalayan Honk Eagle, wild boar, dear
• Many lakes, meadows, pastureland, cow shed, nomadic herders
• Local culture and lifestyles
• Home stay and Goth Stay

Cost Includes

• Airport pick up and drop off by private vehicle
• 2/3-star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu
• All standard meals during the trek (Breakfast, lunch and dinner with tea or coffee)
• Guesthouse, home stay or tent accommodation during the trek in twin share
• Ground transportation from Kathmandu to Chakhewa, and Tap Khola to Kathmandu
• Experienced English-speaking trekking guide
• Porter service (one porter for every two guests)
• Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment and medicine for Ace Hiking staff
• Sleeping bag, Down Jacket and hiking pole by Ace Hiking (which need to return after the trek)
• All Trekking Permits
• Farewell dinner
• All government and local tax

Cost Excludes

• Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
• Bottled drinks, Alcoholic, hot and cold drinks
• Additional food and drinks on trek in addition to three standard meals
• Travel and rescue insurance
• International airfare
• Nepal entry visa
• Personal expenses like phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, hot shower etc.
• Personal trekking equipment
• Private transportation except what is mentioned in the Include section
• Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu than the scheduled itinerary
• Any others expenses that are not mentioned in the Price Includes section
• Tips and gratitude for guide and trekking staff