Langtang Valley and Ganja La Pass Trek

Description

Langtang Valley and Ganja La Pass Trek

Trip Highlights

• Trek in complete wilderness while remaining close to Kathmandu
• Have incredible views of the highest peaks in Langtang Mountain range including Langtang Lirung, Langtang 2, Kimshun, Dorji Lhakpa, and Ganja La Peaks
• Trek through lush forests of bamboo, rhododendrons, pines, oaks and many different types of flora
• Experience authentic Himalayan culture while traveling through traditional villages, visiting Buddhist monasteries, and staying at guest houses, and tea lodges.

Trip Overview

The Langtang Valley and Ganja La Pass adventure begins in Kathmandu with a sightseeing tour of World Heritage Sites. The following day, the trek starts in Syabrubesi village. The trek continues up to Kyanjin Gompa while passing through rich forests, and beautiful landscapes with cascading waterfalls. The trek continues through traditional villages with Buddhist monasteries that are characteristic of the Tibetan plateau. As the trail nears Ganja La pass, the surrounding mountains seem close enough to touch. The views from Ganja La are one of a kind and are completely worth the trek.

Returning from Ganja La, the trail wraps around and provides a different vantage. The views returning include terraced farm land, pleasant villages with friendly locals and monasteries. The trek ends in Malemchi Pull Bazaar where a shuttle will take trekkers to Kathmandu.

You can see pictures and read about the trek up to Kyanjin Gompa by visiting our blog here.

Outline Itinerary

Full Itinerary

Day 01: Meet guide in Kathmandu and Check into a hotel.

Day 02: Go sightseeing and prepare for the trek.

Day 03: Be chauffeured to Syabrubesi. -07 hrs 1,550m/5,100ft

Day 04: Trek to Lama Hotel. -06 hrs, 2,380m/7,830ft

Day 05: Trek through Langtang village to Mundu. -07 hrs, 3543m/11,621ft

Day 06: Trek to Kyangjin Gompa.-03 hrs, 3,870m/12,697ft

Day 07: Trek to and explore Tserko Ri. -08 hrs 5000m/16,404ft

Day 08: Trek to Ganja La Phedi. -06 hrs, 4300m/14,104 ft

Day 09: Trek through Ganja La pass to Keldang. -07 hrs, 4250m/13,940ft

Day 10: Trek to Yak Kharka. -06 hrs. 4000m/13,120ft

Day 11: Trek to Tarke Gyang. -06 hrs, 2,590m/8,497ft

Day 12: Trek to Sermathang. -04 hrs, 2,610m/8,563ft

Day 13: Finish the trek in Malemchi Puul Bazaar and be chauffeured to Kathmandu. -06 hrs