Langtang Ganja La Pass Trek - 16 Days
16 Days
5,130 M
Moderate to Fairly Challenging
Private Vehicle
Hotel and Lodge
Tea House and Camping
Langtang the Ganja-La pass is one of the most challenging passes in Nepal, it is a standout and a true challenge.located northwest of The Kathmandu Valley in the Langtang region.The trek offers, great perspectives of the mountains,a chance to live in old religious communities, beautiful Langtang and Helambu valleys,full of natural bird and wildlife.The route over the Ganja La Pass Trek takes you from the busier trails of the Langtang region to the quaint trails of Helambu )it provides an opportunity to be amid pristine nature for a day or two.
We commence from Sybrubensi passing through several Tamang settlements to reach the ancient monastery of Kyanjin Gompa. Kyanjin Gompa is the most sacred monastery for the Tamangs in the Langtang region. From here we have time to explore the upper reaches of the valley with time to acclimatise before we head off to challenge the compelling Ganja La Pass (5130m), the highest altitude of the trek, which is frozen throughout the year. The trail then goes through the Sherpa villages of Helambu before finishing at Melamchi Pul. A wonderful time away that provides insight into Tamang village culture,spectacular views of the Langtang range,treks through dense forests of rhododendron and pine, visits to Buddhist monasteries, local cheese factories, the diverse flora, and fauna of the region are just some of the highlights of this trek. An opportunity to see the red panda makes this trip equally enticing.
Itinerary
Day 1: Day 1 Arrival In Kathmandu And Transfer To The Hotel.
Day 2: Day 2 Free Day/ Kathmandu Sightseeing
Day 3: Day 3 Kathmandu To Sybru Bensi (1500m) 7 Hrs Drive
Day 4: Day 4 Syabru Besi To Lama Hotel (2500m) 5 Hrs
Day 5: Day 5 Lama Hote To Langtang Village (3430m) 6 Hrs Walk
Day 6: Day 6 Langtang Village To Kyanjin Gompa (3830m) 3 Hrs Walk
Day 7: Day 7 Rest Day At Kyanjin Gompa (3830 M)
Day 8: Day 8 Kyanging Gompa To Ngegang (4500m) 4-5 Hrs Walk
Day 9: Day 9 Ngegang To Keldang (4270m) Via Ganja La (5130m) 6-7 Hrs Walk
Day 10: Day 10 Keldang To Dukpu (4040m) 4 Hrs Walk
Day 11: Day 11 Dukpu To Tarkeghyang (2600m) 5hrs Walk
Day 12: Day 12 Tarkeghyang Rest Day And Exploring The Valley
Day 13: Day 13 Tarkeghyang To Shermathang (2590m) 4 Hrs Walk
Day 14: Day 14 Shermathang To Melamchi Pul (870m) Bazaar 4 Hrs Walk
Day 15: Day 15 Melamchi Pul Bazaar To Kathmandu
Day 16: Day 16 Departure From Kathmandu
The Cost Include(s)
- Private arrival & departure transfers for both international and domestic flights,
- Hotel accommodation in a double/ twin-sharing basis with breakfast,
- Guided tour of the city historical and heritage sites,
- Welcome and farewell dinner in Kathmandu
- Full board meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) when trekking, tea and coffee during the trip
- Accommodation in teahouse / lodge during trekking.
- Private transportation to and from the starting and ending points of the trek.
- Nepal Social Treks Gear – sleeping bag, duffel bag for the use during the trip if needed.
- Professional trained local guide with extensive experience,
- Comprehensive First Aid Kit
- Necessary Porters to carry all personal gear and group equipment.
- Adequate insurance for all staff including porters.
- Trek permit and government tax.
The Cost Exclude(s)
- N.B. All tour prices quoted are land only:
- Meals in the cities except Farewell and Welcome Dinner.
- Nepal entry visa fee can be obtained at Kathmandu airport upon arrival,
- Personal trekking equipment
- Items of a personal nature expenses
- Valid Travel Insurance with Medical evacuation in case of emergency
- Expenses incurred due to accidents, landslide, strikes, political unrest, etc.
Booking
Review
Ghorepani Poonhill Trek 5 Days from Pokhara
The best blooming time of Rhododendron flower with perfect sunrise in poonhill
Fantastic experience, highly recommended and expert service throughout
My two sons (age 25 and 27) and I had the most unbelievable, unforgettable and amazing trek, led by our fantastic guide Bishnu, supported by porters Narayan and Suman. Booking was really easy, with flexibility of starting dates. Any changes to itinerary were always discussed and agreed, ensuring our satisfaction. Bishnu ensured our safety at all times and worked tirelessly to ensure we had everything we needed to stay well and complete the challenging Lake and Thorong Pass without any problems. We would definitely recommend using this company; everything was perfect.
Island Peak expedition
Nepal Social Treks was the most professional company I have travelled with. The airport pickup was smooth, followed by a nice stay at their hotel in Kathmandu. A day trip around Kathmandu was planned and despite being cut short, it was a very enjoyable tour. Pasang Sherpa, the trekking guide for my trip was a highly experienced guide and mountaineer and gave me an authentic Nepalese experience as we walked through the Himalayas. When it came time to summit Island Peak, I had absolute confidence in his ability to keep me safe at all times, and he led the expedition at my pace. As an inexperienced climber, Pasang made sure I had all the required skills before going onto the mountain. The transition from trekking to life back in Kathmandu was easy, and Basu and the team from Nepal Social Treks made sure I had a comfortable and enjoyable few days prior to leaving Nepal. I would recommend anyone thinking of trekking or mountaineering in Nepal to book with Nepal Social Treks as they will tailor the trip to your needs and you will be treated incredibly well for the entire trip.
I had an incredible experience doing the Manaslu Circuit trek!! As I was the only one who had booked, they paired me with another solo girl from a different company which worked super well. Our guide Nekhil was attentive, supportive and made us feel really safe. He was clearly a very experienced guide and gave us lots of tips to manage the altitude and trekking, plus having lots of fun together along the way! Our porter Chhiring was awesome too! Not only were the views incredible, it felt so nice to be ‘looked after’ and have everything taken care of so we could just enjoy ourselves. This included by the office in Kathmandu, who were so helpful and generous in giving me an extra day in a nearby hotel and lending me some gear. I couldn’t have been happier with the experience! I would definitely recommend :))
Hey, this was awesome! The Agency made all well, and especially, Ngima Sherpa is the best guide ever! He made my experience on everest view trek special and wonderful. His heartwarming, calm and respectful behaviour let me feel welcome and my needs during trek seen. He knows a lot of trekking and the insides there in the mountains, showed me all possible in that 7 days and has my full 5-star review. Always again!
Amazing experience! We had a very loving and caring guide Narayan. Also not possible without our porters 💜💜
