An energetic and rewarding itinerary for those wanting something unique and challenging
This incredible walk in the mountain wilderness takes us to one of the most challenging passes, Ganja La (5,106m), which links Langtang Valley with Helambu, situated directly north of Kathmandu on the border with Tibet. The walk-in is picturesque, with untouched forests and abundant flora and fauna. We exit the valley over the spectacular and little-used GanjaLa before descending into Helambu and then the outskirts of Kathmandu.
Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive Kathmandu (1,330m)
Day 2 In Kathmandu, sightseeing Kathmandu Valley
Day 3 Drive to Syabrubesi (1,420m)
Day 4/6 Trek through forests to Langtang Village (3,500m) and Kyanjin Gompa (3,800m)
Day 7/8 Exploring the Upper Langtang Valley including ascents of TsergoRi (4,984m), KyanginRi (4,773m), and KyimashungRi (4,565m)
Day 9/10 Cross GanjaLa Pass (5,106m) before descending into Helambu
Day 11/15 Follow popular trail through Sherpa and Hindu villages to Kathmandu
Day 16 End trek at Nagarkot (2,175m) o/n Nagarkot
Day 17 Drive to Kathmandu; visit Bhatapur Durbar Square en route
Day 18 Trip ends
Trip profile
18 Day Trip
13 days point-to-point trek
3 nights Kathmandu
1 night Nagarkot
Accommodation
Trek accommodation
Transport Private bus
Type Camping-TeaHouse (wherever available)
StyleDiscovery
When to VisitOct to Nov, Apr to Jun
Altitude Max5,106m/ 16,750ft (GanjaLa)
Altitude Avg 3,450m/11,320ft
Grade D/ STRENUOUS
-Involves trekking of up to 6-8 hours a day at a steady pace at altitude
-The GanjaLa is one of the hardest passes to negotiate; is usually snowbound from Nov to Apr
-The crossing could be treacherous in case of snow
Looking towards GanjaLa from Kyanjin Gompa
Highlights
-Kathmandu's ancient temples and markets
-Drive through middle hills to Syabrubesi affording excellent views
-Tamang people and their cultural tradition
-Good alpine views and interesting Tibetan-style villages
-Quiet route
-Beautiful alpine forests
-GanjaLa and the superb mountain panorama
-Helambu region and its Sherpa inhabitants
-Nagarkot, a premier mountain view-point of Kathmandu
Inclusions
-All meals except main meals in Kathmandu;
-All ground transport, including airport transfers, as mentioned;
-All accommodations;
-Sightseeing in Kathmandu;
-All applicable permits and entrance fees;
-Full trek staff arrangements including a Trek Leader and Sherpa guides;
-Porters to carry personal and group equipments;
-Use of Trek Pack;
-Group medical kit;
-All major group equipments, etc.
Exclusion
-Presonal expansc
-Tip & Donation
-Drinks
-Air fare
Comments
-It is also possible to take out the GanjaLa part and combine one of the following programmes




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