Jiri is a village development committee in Dolakha District in the Janakpur Zone of north-eastern Nepal. Jiri lies at an altitude of 1,905 metres (6,250 feet) and is the eastern-most terminus of the highway coming from Kathmandu. Bus service is available from Kathmandu but the 184 km ride takes 6 to 8 hours due to narrow, winding roads. There are a number of lodges available along either side of the main road mainly in Jiri Bazaar. There is one high school namely Jiri Higher Secondary School at Hatdanda. Jiri was set up as agricultural development centre by the Swiss Government Aid in 1938.
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The trek from Jiri to Nele gives hikers a chance to see beautiful landscapes and experience rich culture in eastern Nepal. This path takes you through small villages dense forests, and stepped farmlands. In the past, Jiri served as the kickoff point for early climbers heading to Everest, before they built Lukla Airport. If you want to explore Nepal’s core and avoid crowds, this hike offers a real and less touristy adventure.
On arrival in Kathmandu, after you have passed through Customs and Immigration, you will be met by our airport representative at the airport. And will be welcomed you with garlands of flower and taken on a short drive to Hotel. Then you’ll be served with welcome drink and will start briefing about your programs, will collect necessary documents for permit for the trekking. Dinner is included at the hotel this evening.
This day is fully sightseeing day and souvenir shopping day. You will visit around the local, markets, most popular sights of Nepal like Bhoudhanath, Bhaktapur & Pasupatinath.
Early in the morning after having breakfast we will drive to Jiri by tourist or private van. On the way we can see some beautiful place Banepa, Dhulikhel, Charikot etc. After 6 hours drive we will reach a beautiful place Jiri which is our destination.
Today we walk about 5 hours to Shivalaya. The trail goes down to Shivalaya, a small village inhabited by Tamangs and Newars, on the bank of the Shivalaya River . We stay overnight at Guest House.
A few hours climb leads to Deurali, a small hamlet from where one can see Dudh Kunda Himal, Khatanga, Karylung and Peekye. Then the trail goes down for ½ hour to Bhandar, a Sherpa village with two stupas and a small monastery. We stay overnight at guesthouse.
