Ganesh Himal Camping Trek is a chance to experience the beauty of nature sleeping in the tents below the sky. This trek is something that gives you the most memorable moment of lifetime.
DURATION: 16 Days
GRADE: Moderate
COUNTRY: Nepal
ARRIVAL: Kathmandu
GROUP SIZE: 2 - 16
MAX ALTITUDE: 4750m
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Ganesh Himal Camping Trek is one of the most amazing treks in Nepal. Ganesh Himal is a sub range of Himalayas located in the north central Nepal and some parts bordering with Tibet. Ganesh Himal Camping Trek takes you to one of the most isolated trekking areas of Nepal. The Ganesh Himal was named after the elephant headed god ‘Ganesh’ symbolizing deity and good fortune. The south face of the mountain slightly resembles an elephant with a ridge that is reminiscent of an elephant’s trunk.
Ganesh Himal Camping Trek is a chance to experience the beauty of nature sleeping in the tents below the sky. This trek is something that gives you the most memorable moment of lifetime. The first ascent of Ganesh Himal was done by famous guide Raymond Lambert, Pierre Vittoz, Eric Gauchar, and French Mme. Claude Kogan. The trek goes through another route that lies just west to the Langtang National Park but is equally rewarding like other treks in the Langtang Region. Ganesh Himal Camping Trek trek goes through numbers of stunning attractions along the way like terraced hills, lush green forests, diverse topography and also experiencing rich Tamang culture and traditions. Since it is one of the less travelled trekking destinations, one can enjoy the isolated trials and pristine beauty of Langtang Region. Ganesh Himal Camping Trek is a package of nature, adventure, culture and beauty. Ganesh Himal Camping Trek gives you heavenly pleasure of trekking along with experiencing rich Tamang cultures.
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 02: Drive from Kathmandu to Syabru Beshi (1503m/4945Ft.) – 7 / 8 hrs drive
Day 03: Syabru Beshi to Gatlang (2337m/7690ft.) – 5 / 6 hrs walk
Day 04: Gatlang to Somdang (3271m/10760Ft) – 6 / 7 hrs walk
Day 05: Somdang to Pangsang Pass (La) (3842m/ 12640Ft) – 3 / 4 hrs walk
Day 06: Pangsang Pass to Shertung (1875m/ 6188Ft) – 5 / 6 hrs walk
Day 07: Chalise to Hindung (2220m /7425Ft) – 5 / 6 hrs walk
Day 08: Hindung to Rajgang Kharka – 5 / 6 hrs walk
Day 09: Rajgang Kharka to Kalo Seto Kunda (Black and White Lake) Ganesh Himal Base camp – 6 / 7 hrs walk
Day 10: Rest day at the Base Camp
Day 11: Ganesh Himal Base Camp to Rajgang Kharka – 6 / 7 hrs walk
Day 12: Rajgang Kharka to Chalise (2000 m) – 6 / 7 hrs walk
Day 13: Chalise to Jharlang – 7 / 8 hrs walk
Day 14: Jharlang to Darkha – 7 / 8 hrs walk
Day 15: Darkha to Khahare Bazaar – 7 / 8 hrs walk
Day 16: Drive from Khahare Bazaar to Kathmandu by bus /private vehicle – 7 / 8 hrs drive
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu
After arriving in Kathmandu representative of Nepal Trekking Trial associate with Actual Himalayan Group will be waiting to welcome you with your name card. They will pick you up in our private vehicle and transfer you to the Hotel. We will also provide you welcome dinner at evening. Overnight at Kathmandu.
Day 02: Drive from Kathmandu to Syabru Beshi (1503m/4945Ft.) – 7 / 8 hrs drive
Today after having breakfast we will drive to Syabru Besi from Kathmandu. On the way we can have the beautiful views of the mountain and rice terrains. We will reach to Syabrubesi in about 8-9 hours after driving 117km long distance from Kathmandu. The village is mostly inhabited by Tamang people. Overnight in Syabru Besi.
Day 03: Syabru Beshi to Gatlang (2337m/7690ft.) – 5 / 6 hrs walk
On the third day of Ganesh Himal Camping Trek we will trek to Gatlang village. The trek begins with a zigzag trial that takes us to the west up to Bahun Danda Pass. From here following a downhill trial we will trek to the village of Gatlang. Gatlang is a Tamang village which is set high among the terraced fields on a hillside. You can see the beautiful unique customs and traditions of the Tamang people. There is a lake above the village named Parvati Kunda where thousands of pilgrims visit this lake and nearby temple during the festival of Janai Purnima. You can also visit Tamang Monastery at Galtang village. Overnight at Gatlang village.
Day 04: Gatlang to Somdang (3271m/10760Ft) – 6 / 7 hrs walk
We will have our breakfast at Gatlang village and start our today’s trek. The trek begins walking on a wide graveled road and then ascends through forests full of rhododendron and pine trees. We will pass by the Yuri Kharka village and then continue the trial to Khurpu Bhanjyang and descend to Somdang River which is a border between Rasuwa and Dhading District. On today’s trial you can enjoy the spectacular views of the mountains like Langtang Himal ranges, Ganesh Himal, Paldor Peak and many more. The trial passes through some small settlements of Tamang people and we will reach to Somdang Village. Somdang is also a Tamang village; here you can have a close observation of culture and lifestyle of Tamang people. Overnight at Somdang Village.
Day 05: Somdang to Pangsang Pass (La) (3842m/ 12640Ft) – 3 / 4 hrs walk
We will have our breakfast at Somdang and then continue today’s trial. After leaving Somdang village, we will walk uphill and pass through a beautiful jungle and surrounding landscapes. The trek provides beautiful pictures of Langtang mountain ranges. The trial traverses through ancient trading route Pangsang La Pass. The pass provides wonderful views of Langtang Himal, Ganesh Himal Ranges and Manaslu ranges. Today we will have overnight at Pangsang La Pass at our own tent. Overnight at tent.
Day 06: Pangsang Pass to Shertung (1875m/ 6188Ft) – 5 / 6 hrs walk
We will have our early morning breakfast and begin our today’s trek. Today we will trek to Shertung village. The trial descends to Tipling village which is a large village. The village has two Buddhist Gompa and a Protestant and Catholic Church. You can see small houses made up of wood, stones and tin roofs. We will then pass through waterfalls and forests blanketed with bamboo and rhododendron trees. You will also get to see the cultural dances of the Tamang people. The people here have unique way of welcoming the guests. We will reach to Shertung by crossing Adha Khola Bridge. The name of the village means the ‘Place of Gold’. It is said that two brothers were directed here by their dream in search of gold and thus the village was formed after. Overnight at Shertung Chalise Village.
Day 07: Chalise to Hindung (2220m /7425Ft) – 5 / 6 hrs walk
We will have our breakfast at Shertung Chalise Village and then start today’s trek. We will start the trek following a downhill trial that goes up to Menchet Khola. On our trial today we will pass by a Temple ‘Tin Kanya’ beautiful waterfalls and villages. After walking for an hour from Khar Khola we will trek to Pansabar Danda. The ridge gives a view of Tribeni River which is a holy river for both Hindus and Buddhist pilgrims. After walking through the edge of hill and dense jungle and passing by several small and big villages we will reach to Hindung. Hindung is big village inhabited by Tamang people. you can explore the lifestyle of Tamang people in this village. Overnight at Hindung.
Day 08: Hindung to Rajgang Kharka – 5 / 6 hrs walk
We will have our breakfast at Hingdung and start our trek. The trek begins with ascending to Rajgang Kharka walking through rare terraces on the way. The trial today is an easy trial. On our trek we will pass through rhododendron and some local vegetations. Rajgang Kharka is a small villages situated in between forests and grasslands. The local people can be seen in the domestic customs. Overnight in Rajgang Kharka.
Day 09: Rajgang Kharka to Kalo Seto Kunda (Black and White Lake) Ganesh Himal Base camp – 6 / 7 hrs walk
We will have our breakfast at Rajgang Kharka and continue our trial to Black and White Lake (Kalo seto Kund). Today we will trek on a narrow trial with a combination of bothe uphill and leveled trial. After that we will walk on a forested trial for few hours and then eventually reach on the land where we rarely find trees. You can see beautiful black and white lake which remains frozen during winter season. We will camp here at Ganesh Himal Base Camp. Overnight at Camp.
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Day 10: Rest day at the Ganesh Himal Base Camp
We will not be climbing more altitudes from today. Today we will rest at the Ganesh Himal Base camp. We will take an excursion around the Kalo Seto Kunda where we can see two lakes. The lakes have holy significance. The surface of Kalo Kunda or Black Lake is covered with black stones and the White Lake or Seto Kunda is covered with white shinning stones. We can explore the majestic views of the mountains including Ganesh Himal, Paldor Himal and many more. Overnight at Ganesh Himal Base Camp.
Day 11: Ganesh Himal Base Camp to Rajgang Kharka – 6 / 7 hrs walk
We will have our breakfast at Ganesh Himal Base Camp and start trekking down to Rajgang Kharka. We will trek down following the same route. Overnight at Rajgang Kharka.
Day 12: Rajgang Kharka to Chalise (2000 m) – 6 / 7 hrs walk
We will have our breakfast at Rajgang Kharka and trek to Chalise. The trek takes about 7 hours. We will trek down through forests and some few tamang settlements. Overnight at Chalise.
Day 13: Chalise to Jharlang – 7 / 8 hrs walk
We will have our breakfast at Chalise. After a warm breakfast we will start our trek. Today we will trek to Jharlang. The trek is about 8 hours. Overnight at Jharlang.
Day 14: Jharlang to Darkha – 7 / 8 hrs walk
We will have our breakfast at start our trek. Today we will trek to Dharka. The trek is about 8 hours. The path today mostly follow downhill trial. You can feel the changes in the temperature as you reach Darkha. Overnight at Jharlang.
Day 15: Darkha to Khahare Bazaar – 7 / 8 hrs walk
We will have our breakfast at Darkha and start our trek. We will trek to Khahare Bazaar today. The trek today is a 7- 8 hours followed by mostly downhill trials. Upon reaching Khahare Bazaar we will check in to the hotel and roam around the market after getting fresh. Overnight at Khahare Bazaar.
Day 16: Drive from Khahare Bazaar to Kathmandu by bus /private vehicle – 7 / 8 hrs drive
The trek ends today. We will be returning back to Kathmandu with lots of wonderful memories with us. We will have our breakfast at Khahare Bazaar and drive back to Kathmandu. The drive us about 7 to 8 hours. After reaching Kathmandu you will be free until your departure.
International airfare
Alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages.
Nepal visa Fee.
Riding horse along the trek
Tips to staffs
Personal Insurance fee.
Anything not mentioned in the itinerary.
All personal expenses.
Extra expenses due to any unavoidable circumstances.
Visa in Nepal can be acquired on arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu and also at the border entry points in Kakadvitta, Birgunj, Bhairahawa, Nepalgunj, Gaddachowki border of Nepal - India and Kodari on Nepal-China border. Visa can also acquire at the nearest Nepal Embassy. For visa renewal purpose you can contact at Department of Immigration, Kalikasthan at Kathmandu. A valid passport and one passport -size photo with a light background is required. Visa can be obtained only through payment of cash in the following currency: Euro, Swiss Franc, Pound Sterling, US Dollar, Australian Dollar, Canadian Dollar, Hong Kong Dollar, Singapore Dollar and Japanese Yen. Credit card, Indian currency and Nepali currency are not accepted as payment of visa fee.
Visa Facility Duration Fee
Multiple entry 15 days US$ 30 or equivalent convertible currency
Multiple entry 30 days US$ 50 or equivalent convertible currency
Multiple entry 90 days US$ 125 or equivalent convertible currency
Gratis (Free) Visa
For first visit in one visa year (January to December), gratis visa for 30 days is available only for nationals of South Asian countries like Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Pakistan and Sri Lanka. However, the visa can be extended from the department of immigration with respective fares.
Indian nationals do not require visa to enter into Nepal.
Nepal Visa for Chinese Nationals
As per official circular of the Embassy of Nepal in Beijing, China, Chinese nationals applying for tourist visa to Nepal are being provided “gratis tourist visa” from Jan. 5, 2016, from following Nepali missions in the People’s Republic of China:
Nationals from Nigeria, Ghana, Zimbabwe, Swaziland, Cameroon, Somalia, Liberia, Ethiopia, Iraq, Palestine and Afghanistan will need to obtain visa from Nepal Embassies or Diplomatic Missions in their respective countries, as they do not get visa on arrival at the immigration entry points of Nepal.
If you have not brought any of these equipment then you can also buy this in Kathmandu as well. If you need help our guides will help you to buy the trekking gears in Kathmandu. You can find the wide range of varieties while buying the trekking gears in Kathmandu. The qualities of the trekking gears are similar to that you get in your countries. You can also find medium quality gears at cheaper rates as well. You can find all types of trekking gears in Thamel which is the main street for backpackers and trekkers in Nepal.
Acclimatization is very important when you are trekking to an altitude of more than 3500m. Proper acclimatization helps to reduce the chances of Altitude Sickness. The itinerary is designed with proper acclimatization that will help your body to adopt the lower oxygen content in the air. Once you reached an altitude of 5000m the oxygen content in the air is less than 50% than that of the sea level. One of the main causes of altitude sickness is staying too long at high altitude without proper acclimatization. If in case you suffer from altitude sickness, the guides will notice the symptoms and then drop you to the lower altitude immediately. You have to inform to your guide if you notice any discomfort or symptoms of AMS. Major altitude sickness might need emergency helicopter rescue so make sure your travel insurance covers all the risk including helicopter rescue.
The numbers of Solo travelers are increasing rapidly in recent few years in Nepal. Nepal, being a beautiful and peace loving country is also one of the safest countries for solo travelers. However, the cost for solo traveler might be expensive since single supplement is very difficult to find and are expensive as well in the mountain regions.
For some trekking can be a short break from social medias and internet whereas for some internet and communication is a means to stay connected with near and dear ones during trekking. While travelling in the remotest areas you may not have facilities of telephone and internet. However, in recent days the Internet and Communication facilities during your trek to Nepal is improving rapidly. The region now has 3G and 4G coverage as well.
Satellite phone
If you want to have the best networks throughout your trek to AnnapurnaBase Camp you can use satellite phone throughout the trial. You can rent the sat phones or bring your own.
Wi-Fi
Most of the tea houses and lodges now provide Wi-Fi service. You can get free Wi-Fi in some of the lodges. But most of the lodges take extra charge for Wi-Fi. They charge you normally $5 for unlimited Wi-Fi coverage. However, the speed of the internet may not be faster like that of the cities.
Mobile data
Mobile Data can be the cheaper way to get in touch with your family and friends in the Annapurna Region. You can buy a local sim card from a private company in Nepal and activate your data. The cost od data pack varies per MB. A telecommunication company in Nepal, NCELL has launched 3G connectivity since 2010. So you can have a better internet experience in the Annapurna Region through mobile data as well.
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