Langtang Ganja La Pass Trek - 15 Days | Nepal Guide

01 / THE EXPERIENCE

Discover the journey

Ganjala pass Trek begins from Sybrubeshi and ends at Melamchi Bazar. From Sybrubeshi, you will observe the Langtang river to the east until you get to Kyanching Gompa (3,049m.). to the south of Kyanching Gompa are the peaks of Naya Kanga (5,846m) and, to the southeast, Ponggen Dopku (five,930m). Kyanching Gompa is surrounded via Mt Langtang Lirung (7245m ) at the west, Yala height at the north, Dorje Lakpa(6966m), Urkeinmang(6387m), Loenpo Gang (6979) and Kangchenpo on the north-east. In Kyanjing Gompa there are a small Buddhist monastery and a cheese manufacturing unit began in 1955 via the Swiss affiliation for Technical assistance. when you are crossing the pass there are magnificent perspectives of Langtang Lirung and the Tibetan peaks past. a whole lot of this route is spent above 3,000m (10,000ft). simplest organized camping treks are possible for this region. the use of firewood is likewise prohibited within the park, so all resources must be serious about us. .The people dwelling in Langtang are of Tibetan beginning, though they introduce themselves as Tamang or Gurung. After passing the Ganjala pass, the trail takes you to Malemchigaon and Take Ghyang .people right here call themselves Sherpas however their courting with the Sherpa of Solu Khumbu is remote. The dialects spoken are also special. people here follow the Buddhist religion so that you will locate many old Buddhist monasteries within the villages. Our Ganja La pass trekking gives new attractions and reports as you regularly ascend, over many ridges, to the village of Kyanjin Gompa – and a rest day to discover Ganja l. a. pass vicinity. stroll slowly from Kyanjin Gompa to Ngegang as you climb to over 4000m and then relaxation, to your tent, earlier than tackling the 1000m climb up the Ganja l. a. (5106m) and 800m drop to sleep “low” again. Ganja la pass hiking direction descends continue Tarkeghyang is the first Sherpa metropolis. It way “one hundred homes.” In 1727, a Lama set up a monastery and requested that one hundred homes be constructed there as his praise. The temple was rebuilt in 1969, in the Bhutanese style. the trail then keeps alongside the hills, thru Sherpa settlements shiny with prayer flags, to the street head at Melamchi: and the bus again to Kathmandu.

03 / YOUR ROUTE

Journey at a glance

Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu, transfer to Hotel and Welcome dinner in the evening. — Upon your arrival at Kathmandu airport, one of our representatives will greet you and will transfer you to the hotel. Welcome Evening dinner at authentic Nepalese restaurant with cultural performance. Airport pickup by private Car, Van or Bus (According to group size) Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal. Day 02: Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley — Today we are going to visit four of the UNESCO world heritage listed sites in Kathmandu Valley. After breakfast, we start for Kathmandu valley city tour which includes the UNESCO heritage site in the City valley. Pashupatinath Temple is one of the most sacred pilgrims’ sites for Hindus all over the world and It is the temple of Lord Shiva, the temple where the dead bodies are criminated on the Bagmati River. Boudhanath Stupa is one of the biggest stupas in Asia and holiest Buddhist Pilgrims and famous tourist destination in City Valley and It is also famous for over 50 Tibetan gompas or monasteries. Kathmandu Durbar Square holds the places of the ancient king palace who ruled over the Kathmandu Kingdom. Swayambhunath(Monkey Temple) is located in the heart of the City valley and It is another famous tourist destination and holiest Buddhist pilgrims in Kathmandu Valley. Day 03: Drive : Kathmandu to Syabrubesi (1420m,8/9h) — After breakfast, we will drive out along the northwestern hill of Kathmandu. Along the way enjoy the Himalayan views, terraced fields, and the mountains lifestyle Have lunch on the way or near to Trisuli and head towards Dhunche. Descend down to syabrubesi .overnight at the hotel including a meal. Day 04: Trek from Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel (2380m,6h) — Today will be our first day of Trekking where we follow the Langtang River and pass through the dense forest and cross many suspension bridges where we can see the birds live around the bushes. Passing through many teas houses the trail goes up and down which is not that much challenging and overnight at lama hotel. Day 05: Trek from Lama Hotel to Lantang Village (3480m) – 7 Hrs — After morning breakfast, we embark on the second day of our trek continuing through the dense rhododendron forest.T hen we leave the tree lines behind and enter into the Langtang valley through Ghodatabela. The harness bell on the horse neck and the fluttering prayers flag welcome us in the stunning Landscapes, then we reach to the Langtang valley which is located below the massive Langtang glacier .overnight at teahouse /lodge. Day 06: Trek from Langtang village to Kyanjin Gumba (3870m) – 5 Hrs — After breakfast, we trek out of the village and pass through the yak pastures, cross several wooden bridges and walk through the winding trails. Slowly we reach the Kyanjing Gumba where we see the local houses made of a stone roof and with the antique style. Overnight at the Tea house/lodge. Day 07: Trek from Kyanjin Gumba to Tserko Ri -Kyajing (5033m-7h) — Today we trek to Tsergo Ri which helps us to acclimatize. Climbing up to five thousand meters offers an eye-catching panoramic view of the Himalayas. This trek is quite challenging and the time for climb depends upon your Physical fitness and the experiences. We will be back by the evening to Kyanjing Gompa and overnight there at tea House /lodge. Day 08: Hike to Kyanjing Ri and Rest Day — Trek from Kyanjin Gumba to Kyajing Ri in the morning and back to Kyanjing Gumba. Day 09: Trek from Kyajing Gumba to Ganjala Phedi (4650m,6/7h) — After breakfast, we start trekking to Ganja La Phedi. Cross the Langtang River and ascend through the rhododendrons forest. During the winter it might take a longer cross the snow stream path. overnight at Kyanjin Phedi at the tea house /lodge. Day 10: Trek from Ganjala Phedi to Keldang (5106m,6h) vie Ganjala Pass (5122m) — Today will be a tiring day since Ganja La pass is a hard and difficult pass. It is covered with all the snow throughout the year. Pass the small lakes after a long ascent and summit the Ganja la pass situated at the rocky moraine. Enjoy the spectacular view from the pass and we descend down to Keldang .overnight at the lodge /tea house. Day 11: Trek Keldang to Dukpu (4080m-5h) — After breakfast, we will descend further down to ridgeline. We will pass at the lower altitude passing through forest, ridges, and grassland. Overnight at the lodge/tea house. Day 12: Trek from Dukpu to Tarkekgyang (2740m,5/6h) — Today will be a descend day, as we descend down by 1500 m where we will get more vegetation. overnight at Tarke -gang. Day 13: Trek from Tarkekgyang to Sermathang (2620m-6h) — Today we will trek to Sermathang. Sermathang is a village which is rich in culture and natural wonders. Along the trail, we will pass by many Sherpa culture and inspiring simplicity of life and also pass through the forest areas an overnight at Sermanthang at tea house /lodge. Day 14: Trek to Melamchi pul drive to Kathmandu (7h) — As a final day, we trek to Melamchi Bazaar. We trek down to many villages with their traditional culture. we will have lunch in Melamchi and head towards Kathmandu. Day 15: Final Departure. — Our representative transfers you to the Kathmandu airport to catch your returning flight back home. Thank you for Travelling with Churen Himal Treks and Tours. Airport drop by private Car, Van or Bus (According to group size) Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal.

YOUR DAY-BY-DAY ROUTE

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 10Trek from Ganjala Phedi to Keldang (5106m,6h) vie Ganjala Pass (5122m) — Today will be a tiring day since Ganja La pass is a hard and difficult pass. It is covered with all the snow throughout the year. Pass the small lakes after a long ascent and summit the Ganja la pass situated at the rocky moraine. Enjoy the spectacular view from the pass and we descend down to Keldang .overnight at the lodge /tea house.+