Dumji Festival is one of those incredible festivals celebrated in the Everest region of the serene and exquisite country, Nepal. Dumji festival is celebrated in the honor of the anniversary of Guru Rinpoche’s birth on the lotus flower. The Dumji festival which is observed in July every year welcomes all the Sherpa from Kathmandu to the Helambu regions.
The entire trek will be a spiritual bliss to the adventurers and will leave everyone overwhelmed with the sheer blessing of the festival. The first few days are spent trekking towards Namche Bazaar at 3440m. After reaching Tengboche at 3860m from Namche Bazaar, the must-see Dumji festival is observed. The Dumji festival which was first founded and celebrated in Pangboche by Lama Sangwa Dorji around 360 years ago has traced its steps towards bringing together the monastic community ever since. The food and drinks for the celebration which lasts 4 days must be provided by three families on whom the responsibility falls every 13 years. The final few days will be spent trekking from the tranquil Tengboche to Namche to Lukla and then finally a flight back towards Kathmandu.
The prudently proposed and formulated itinerary and services of Soul Himalaya Treks will undoubtedly provide a cherished time for those wanting to witness the astonishing Dumji festival.
Highlights of the trek:
Trek through the spiritual surrounding of the Everest Region and get endowed by the glorious Everest Massifs.
Witness the completely different and overwhelming rituals of the Dumji Festival.
Interact with the locals and enjoy their way of simplistic living and diverse culture.
Observe the tallest point of the earth standing tall before your very eyes.
Destination
Dumji Festival Trek
Duration
18 Days
Max. Altitude
5500m
Trip Difficulty
Moderate
Itinerary
This trek combines many different landscapes and brings you close to the base of 7,000m and 8,000m peaks in a short period of time.
For Meals: Include during trek
For Accommodation: Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek
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Our representative will pick you up from the airport after your landing and escort you to the Hotel.
You can complete the checking-in procedure and enjoy a night’s rest.
For Meals: Include during trek
For Accommodation: Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek
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After breakfast, you will be picked up from the hotel for an in-depth sightseeing tour of every important touristic landmark in Kathmandu.
Free time to do personal shopping and prepare for the trek.
Overnight in Kathmandu.
For Meals: Include during trek
For Accommodation: Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek
Maximum Altitude shown: 2610m to 2840m
Catch a flight from Kathmandu and fly on a scenic route towards the gateway of the Everest Region, Lukla.
After landing, start our trek from Lukla to a small tranquil village of Phakding.
Overnight in Phakding.
For Meals: Include during trek
For Accommodation: Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek
Maximum Altitude shown: 3440m
Today’s trek will take us along a serene trekking trail through a lush Pine forest and along the Dudh Koshi River, Hillary Suspension Bridge to reach Monjo.
Make a stop at the entrance of Sagarmatha National Park for securing a permit and then hike further to pass Dudh Koshi, Bhote Koshi River, Jorsalle village, and Large Dovan to reach Chautara.
From Chautara, climb a steep uphill for about an hour to reach Namche Bazaar.
For Meals: Include during trek
For Accommodation: Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek
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Today, we will take a day’s stop in Namche to properly acclimatize our body to the high altitude to reduce the chance of getting Altitude Sickness.
We can hike around the glorious markets of Namche Bazaar, get to know the culture of the region, visit spiritual monasteries, roam around the lush greenery of the surrounding, and admire the clearly visible Everest Massif from Everest View Hotel.
Overnight in Namche.
For Meals: Include during trek
For Accommodation: Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek
Maximum Altitude shown: 3700m
Today’s trek will be relatively short and due to the short hike, this day can also be considered as an acclimatization day.
Khumjung is one of the most beautiful valleys in Nepal and also the largest village of the Khumbu Region.
Khumjung Monastery also hosts the annual Dumji Festival.
For Meals: Include during trek
For Accommodation: Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek
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Dumji Festival serves as a religious and community duty to help bring the villagers together. So, we will encounter fascinating sights of the budding camaraderie of the community where they share laughter, dances, songs, and good food.
You can also observe the mask dance and get blessed by the head monk “Rinpoche”.
Overnight in Khumjung.
For Meals: Include during trek
For Accommodation: Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek
Maximum Altitude shown: 3860m
Today we will descend from Khumjung towards the Dudh Koshi River.
Along the way, the view of Mt. Everest, Mt. Ama Dablam, and Mt. Kantaga provides a magnificent spectacle.
Cross the river at Phunki Thanga and climb through the gorgeous Rhododendron forest to the top of the hill where Tengboche lies.
Tengboche is the principal monastery of the Khumbu area and the view from Tengboche is one of the best in the entire Everest Region.
Overnight in Tengboche.
For Meals: Include during trek
For Accommodation: Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek
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Follow the path of Rhododendron Forest to Deboche and cross the Imja River.
Gradually the climb will take us to the village of Lower Pangboche.
Walking alongside the trail of the valley wall of Lower Pangboche to reach Periche, we then take a detour right to the hamlet at Dingboche at the start of the Imja Tse valley.
Overnight in Dingboche.
For Meals: Include during trek
For Accommodation: Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek
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We will take a day’s rest in Dingboche to get our bodies ready for our next trek.
Roam around the wonderful solar-powered village of Dingboche. The village also has some book stores, coffee shops, and restaurants where you can relax and unwind.
For Meals: Include during trek
For Accommodation: Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek
Maximum Altitude shown: 5050m
Slowly and gradually ascend from Dingboche through rugged and difficult yet heaven of a trail.
The trail is surrounded by pristine and massive snow walls of Amadablam, Lobuche, and Tabuche. The view seen from the trail is absolutely breathtaking.
Descend downhill and cross a river to reach Thukla and gradually ascend until reaching Lobuche.
Overnight in Lobuche.
For Meals: Include during trek
For Accommodation: Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek
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Today we will climb the iconic Kala Patthar which gives the best viewing angle of Mt. Everest.
The panoramic view of Mt. Everest from Kala Patthar is thought to be the best amongst all the other spots.
After we venture Kala Patthar, make a return back to Lobuche for Night’s rest.
Overnight in Lobuche.
For Meals: Include during trek
For Accommodation: Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek
Maximum Altitude shown: 4371m
Our descent from Lobuche begins by taking a trail surrounded by beautiful snow-peaked mountains and rugged mountain terrain.
Descend gradually until we reach Pheriche.
Overnight in Pheriche.
For Meals: Include during trek
For Accommodation: Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek
Maximum Altitude shown: 3950m
Descend from the trekking trail of Pheriche and cross a small river and join a wide trail across the bouldery valley before climbing up and clinging to the valley side above the river.
Hike along the rugged trail for about three hours to reach the isolated village of Phortse.
Phorste is quite an isolated village not heavily commercialized but has an excellent view of the Thyangboche monastery.
Overnight in Phortse.
For Meals: Include during trek
For Accommodation: Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek
Maximum Altitude shown: 2740m
Our final journey towards Lukla begins by taking a downhill trail from Phortse to Jorsale.
Jorsale is the small settlement of the Sherpa community which lies in the Khumbu region of Nepal. Many trekkers stay over this place overnight who are trekking in the Everest Region.
Overnight in Jorsale.
For Meals: Include during trek
For Accommodation: Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek
Maximum Altitude shown: 2860m
Our final day of the trek will begin from Jorsale and take a small hike uphill towards the town of Lukla.
Overnight in Lukla.
For Meals: Include during trek
For Accommodation: Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek
Maximum Altitude:
Catch a flight from Lukla airport back to Kathmandu.
Our representative will drop you off at your hotel for the night’s rest.
Overnight in Kathmandu.
For Meals: Include during trek
For Accommodation: Good Hotel in Kathmandu And Normal Tea House During The Trek
Maximum Altitude:
Our representative will pick you up from your hotel (approximately three hours prior to your scheduled flight) for you departure.
Inclusions
The Annapurna base camp trek is one of the most popular treks in the mighty
Himalayan region of Nepal and it is the most visited trekking region in Nepal.
What’s Included?
Airport pickups and drops
Accommodation(BB) in Kathmandu
Teahouse accommodation during the trek
Meals during the trek
Farewell dinner
Ground transportation as per the itinerary
Domestic flights (Kathmandu- Lukla -Kathmandu)
Guided city tour in Kathmandu
Entrance fees for sightseeing/monument visits
English-speaking and government-licensed guide/leader (4 trekkers: 1 assistant guide)
Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter)
Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, domestic airfare, food and accommodation
Bag/duffel bag, t-shirt, and trekking map are yours to take
TIMS card and trekking permits (National Park Permit)
Medical kit (carried by your trek leader)
All government and local taxes
What’s not Included?
Personal equipment for trekking
Personal Insurance for travel to Nepal
Lunch & dinner in Kathmandu
Emergency Rescue evacuation
Personal expenses
Tipping (Tips) staffs; guide & porter
Bar & Beverage bills
Map
This trek combines many different landscapes and brings you close to the base of 7,000m and 8,000m peaks in a short period of time.
Travel Gear List
Adventurous activities are always filled with adrenaline and risks. Here are some mandatory tools and equipments to keep you safe and necessary for the trip.
Trekking boot(1pair): well worn and comfortable with proper ankle support.
Sock(3 pairs): good and warm enough; worth spending money on quality socks.
Flip flop/Camp Shoe(1 pair): light weighted for evening use.
Water bottle(2): Nalgene/ sig style and a bladder bottle with the capacity of 1/2 liter water. Bladders are preferred.
Water Purification Drop(1): Affordable and easily available for purchase in Kathmandu (Pious Water Drop).
Lip Balm(1): Proper moisturizing containing SPF.
Sunglass(1): Actual UV rays safeguarding glasses.
Sun Cream: SPF 30+ recommended.
Bandana (1): Useful for various purpose.
Baseball Head/ Cap(1): Protects face from direct expose of sun during the hiking.
Warm Woolen Hat(1): Prevents from wind and cold above 3500m.
Flash Light / Head Torch(1): Leaves your hands free. Extra batteries are also necessary for head light.
Private First Aid Kit(1): Include prescribed medications/ personal medications. Some personal medicine might not be available in Nepal.
Travel towel(1): light weighted and compact.
Wash Kit (1): Appropriate and suitable for your skin/body
Instant Hand Sanitizer: Alcohol bases, enough for trek/on the basis of necessity.
Camera(incase you carry): Along with charger and enough battery to capture scenarios and memories.
Book/ Journal: Depending on interest.
Pack of Cards/Travel Board Games(if interested): Evening entertainment.
Trekking Snacks: Base on consumption; enough for trekking (can be purchased in Kathmandu).
Toilet Roll & Rubbish Bag: to make sure we don't leave waste materials in the mountains.
Trekking Poles(optional): recommended to anyone with knee issues.
Gloves(2 pairs): Thin in low altitude & thick warm enough in high altitudes.
Neck Warmer \Buff(1): Protection of Neck from direct wind and cold.
Walking Stick(1): Light weighted and comfortable for walking support.
Walking T-shirt(2): Merino wool, Capilene/Synthetic Fiber for quick dry.
Sleeping t-shirt(1): can be cotton or fabric.
Thermal base layers Top(1): mid weighted long sleeved t-shirt of merino wool/polyester, capilene power dry.
Insulating layers(1): mid weighted fleece that can be worn over other layers
Fleece Vest(optional): advisable for those who catches cold easily.
Rain jacket (1): Wind proof and rain proof for safeguard.
Down jacket(1): very essential for trekking above 4,000 meters.
Hiking trousers(2): lick weighted and quick dry trousers( not cotton).Zip offs are preferred.
Sleeping trousers(1): light weighted yoga style for comfort sleep( no jeans).
Trekking short (1): in case of no zips off trousers. Low knee shorts are preferred.
Rain pants(1): Protection from rain and wind.
Thermal long Johns(1): To warm by in the evening or while sleeping.
Underwear: Depending on necessity; enough for trek ( can be washed and dried along the way)
Duffle Bag Pack(1): to store excess luggage at hotel. Our agency provides duffel bags during the trek. These are easier for the porters to carry.
Day pack with rain cover(1): to carry your personal items during the treks i.e. camera, private snacks, water bottles, etc.
Sleeping bags with inner: To have a warm and satisfying sleep in high altitude. Recommended for 3 season(Oct-Feb).
FAQs
Adventurous activities are always filled with adrenaline and risks. Here are some mandatory tools and equipments to keep you safe and necessary for the trip.
Dumji Festival trek takes you at the height of 5500 meters from sea level.
In context to the level of difficulty, the Dumji Festival trek is a short moderate level trek. The maximum walking hour of this trek is about 7-8 hours a day.
Soul Himalaya Treks & Tours has well experienced and certified guides/leaders with over 10 years of working experience in the field. All our guides are fluent in English. You can also hire guides who are fluent in French, German, and Hindi.
Dumji festival Trek is a trek in the Everest region situated towards the eastern part of the Himalayan range. Therefore, you will be able to view Mt. Everest and various other Everest Ranges.
The best season for Dumji Festival trek is pre-monsoon and post-monsoon. Late September, October, November, and December is the most favorable season recommended for the Dumji Festival Trek.
The weather differs with the season you choose to trek for. The maximum temperature reaches 25°C during the day and falls up to -20°C at night. Observing the overall trekking climate, the weather of Dumji Festival is mild during the trekking seasons. Yet, the weather of the lower region is hotter than that of higher altitudes.
Altitude sickness is predictable if you are at a High altitude for the first time. However, Altitude sickness can be coped with easily since there are no major risks of it. Our itinerary is maintained in such a way that you will adapt to the altitude of this region easily. Your assigned guide/leader will slow down ascend and provide you healthy diet. You also require to be hydrated throughout the trek and avoid the consumption of alcohol/cigarettes. Most importantly, you should build a strong mindset and be prepared for the trek.
We strongly recommend you carry a reusable bottle along with water purifying tablets and agents to purify stream water. Waste disposal is not well organized in the Mountains so to maintain an environment-friendly trek we appreciate it if you can make minimum use of plastic bottles. However, if make you use plastic bottles we request you dispose of the bottles at a proper place.
Proper shower is managed for you throughout the trek. Hot /Bucket shower is made accessible in the lodges. However, a certain amount of charge for the hot/bucket shower is taken in some of the lodges. While taking showers in the natural sources, you are sincerely requested to slip into comfortable clothes to uphold social values in public space.
You will be able to recharge your gadgets in pretty much every cabin and hotel. However, at a higher altitude you will be charged with a certain amount; probably from 200 to 300 NRS (1.5 - 2, 5 €).
The organization isn't great always, and in some cases it is inexistent. You’d rather not rely on the network in some areas. However, you will have Wi-Fi in few lodges; not necessarily all of them but some lodges charge you extra for Wi-Fi.
We assure you a secured trek. Even so, we never can predict what might take place. Hence, in case of any emergencies, you will be rescued by air ambulance as long as the weather is favorable for evacuation.
You are strongly prohibited from distributing any kind of stuff to children on the way to your trek. Children stay on roads for hours waiting for tourists rather than attending schools. Hence, this has created a very bad influence on the children in the tourism areas. If you are genuinely intending to help them you can consult with respective guardians.
The people of Nepal are very religious. Hence, when you are visiting the historical and religious area in Nepal especially monasteries; you are not allowed to sit/stand on the tables since the tables are marked very scared.
You can observe many street dogs in Nepal. So, you should be aware before you approach any of them as they are not well-vaccinated. If you are followed by a pet during your trek we suggest you not take them along with you.
You will not be allowed to take a snap of any individuals without their approval. In some specific monasteries, you are forbidden to carry a camera. However, you can freely capture the image of glamorous nature.
Tipping is not mandatory. However, it has been a common trait, so the guides and porters expect a small amount of tips from you. A small amount of tips can hold a great essence in their life and can go a long way to help them and their families. Feel free to ask us for a suggested standard amount.
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Map
Travel Gear List
FAQs
Environment-Friendly Travel Ways
Safety & 24/7 Customer Care
Team of Highly experience Expert
No Hidden Cost
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