An introduction of Humla and Humla trekking

An introduction of Humla and Humla trekking

The district kingdom of humla is Simikot located at 2950 m from the sea level.
Entering the rarely visited and mystic Limi Valley seems like stepping back in time.
Due to the isolated location, the villages are very untouched and pure. Century old Buddhist traditions, interwoven with shamanistic influences, are still an important part of daily life.
The trekking route follows the ancient salt trading and pilgrimage route to the border of Nepal and China, crossing the Nara La pass. From the border town of Hilsa you turn northeast towards Limi Valley.



During this trek you walk through a variety of stunning landscapes, ranging from green pastures with below the wild flowing river to barren rocks, reminding to the Tibetan plateau.
Due to its remote location, Humla is still an “off the beaten trek destination”. Especially in spring and summer you see few other tourists.
This is a rather strenuous hike. You have to cross two high passes, Nara La (4620 m) and Nyalu La (4940 m). These crossings involve long climbs and long descends.

But the unforgettable landscapes, the views from the passes and the contacts with the friendly villagers of the Limi Valley make it all worth it.
Leaving from Kathmandu, it’s a 17 day trip, but it can be shorter or longer, depending on the length of your walking days.

Day 01 Fly to Nepalgunj
Day 02 Fly to Simikot (2950 m)
Day 03 To Dharapuri (2300 m) 4 hrs
Day 04 To Kermi (2670m) 4 hrs
Day 05 To Yalbang (3020m) 5 hrs
Day 06 To Muchu (3120 m) 4 hrs or to Tumkot (3380 m) 5 hrs
Day 07 To Yari (3700m) 5 hrs
Day 08 To Hilsa (3720 m) via Nara La (4620 m) 6 hrs
Day 09 To Manepeme (3990 m) 5 hrs
Day 10 To Til (4000 m) 6 hrs
Day 11 To Halji (3660 m) 3 hrs
Day 12 To Jang (3930 m) 4 hrs
Day 13 To Talung (4370 m) 8 hrs
Day 14 To Shinjungma (3620 m) via Nyalu La (4949 m) 8 hrs
Day 15 To Kermi (2670 m) 7 hrs
Day 16 To Simikot (2950 m) 6 hrs
Day 17 Fly to Nepalgunj-Kathmandu