Langtang Ganja la pass trail located in the Langtang region of the Himalayas is a rare and challenging trek of Nepal. The trek starts from Syabrubesi, about 120 km from Kathmandu, presenting various views of Himalayas blooming basin and gorgeous Helambu valley. The trail goes through alpine forests, rich flora and fauna and meadows in high elevations.
From Kyangin Gompa in Langtang, the trail passes the Ganja La pass (5106m) to Tarke Gyan in Helambu. The trail provides excellent lookouts of Langtang Lirung and snow mountains in Tibet including Shisha Pangma (8013m) in north. Naya Kanga (5846m) previously known as Ganja La chuli lies west to the pass. A separate trail along the basin, rarely noticed by the cairns, leads to a small stream at 4400m.
Trekking beneath a waterfall to beautiful Helambu via Sherpa settlements and to the Melamchi bazaar road is one among several trails the trekkers can choose.
After your arrival in Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA), our correspondent will be there to welcome you to the Himalayan country. We will pick up you in private vehicle and transfer to hotel. After your arrival we will be briefing you and prepare for the trek. Overnight at hotel.
This day will be a free day in Kathmandu before trek. We prepare for the trekking from the next day. Also, we can do sightseeing in the different places listed in UNESCO World Heritage Sites like: Boudha, Pashupatinath, Swoyambhu and Kathmandu Durbar Square. Overnight at hotel.
We drive from Kathmandu to Sundarijal (1350m.). The trail will take us through the Shivpuri Watershed and Wildlife Reserve. We will come across a Tamang settlement called Mulkharka. The route heads down the ridge through a forest of oaks and rhododendron to Chisopani (2300m.). Overnight stay at lodge.
Today we trek from Chisopani to Kutumsang (2446m).The trails continue to drop from Chisopani and crosses meadow and fields. . We would descend through Pathi Bhanjyang to Gul Bhanjyang. The trail climbs a ridge from Gul Bhanjyang to another pass at 2620m.The meadow of Kutumsang at 2470m makes a good camping spot. Overnight stay at lodge.
Having breakfast at Kutumsang we trek to Magen Goth (3220m.). The trek continues due north to Yurin Danda ridge. The trail climbs above Kutumsang on a steep, eroded trail mostly through fir and rhododendron forest and descends to Magen Goth. Overnight stay at lodge
Today we trek from Magen Goth to Ghopte (3430m) Via Tharepati Pass (3650m.) We will reach Tharepati and the trail ascends through the forest, climbing in and out of ravines across the valley. Overnight stay at lodge.
We will trek from Phedi to Gosainkund and it takes about 5 hours and 30 minutes. From Phedi, we will walk 4 hours ascending to Lauribina Pass (4610m) and after that it is 45 minutes walking on the flat, and 45 minutes descending to Gosainkund. From Lauribina Pass, we can see the view of Lantang, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal and Gaurishankar Range and also the clear view of Langtang Lilung Peak (7227m) and some parts of Tibet. Overnight stay at lodge.
We will trek from Gosainkunda to Shin Gompa and it takes about 3 hours. This is a descending trail all the way through and we will cross parts of the jungle. On the way, we can see the view of Langtang, Ganesh Himal, Manaslu Range and the good view of Dorje Laktpa (6966m). Overnight stay at lodge.
We will trek from Shin Gompa to Thulo Syabru and it takes about 3 hours. We will cross straight into the jungle for one hour, and descend to Thulo Syabru for 2 hours. Overnight stay at lodge.
This day we will trek from Thulo Syabru to Shyabrubesi (2210m). Our trails descends through the pine forest to Syabru Besi. Overnight stay at lodge.
This day we will walk from Shyabrubesi to reach Gatlang. We will walk uphill and again 2 and half hours through straight trail. On the way we will cross few Tamang villages, meet local people mostly tamangs. (Tamang are one of the ethnic groups of Nepal). Overnight stay at lodge.
This day we will walk form Gatlang to reach Tatopani through downhill trail first and then straight trail. After crossing small river, again we will walk through uphill trail. On the way we will cross small Tamang villages. In Tatopani there is hot spring, People of Nepal believe that having bath in this hot spring will heal various skin diseases, so people of different parts of Nepal visit there to have a bath. Overnight stay at lodge.
This day we will walk form Tatopani to Nagthali(3165m) to Thuman (2338m) , from here we can see good views few peaks such as Paldor Peak, Langtang range, mountains of Tibet side. After having lunch at Nagthali we will again walk downhill trail to reach Thuman. On the way we will cross small jungle. Thuman is big Tamang village, we can interact with local people, and get information about local culture and tradition. Overnight stay at lodge.
This day we will walk from Thuman to Briddhim (2229) which takes about 5 hours. We will walk through narrow trail,on the way we will cross few Tamang and Sherpa villages, corn fields, cross Bhotekoshi river through suspension bridge. After crossing Bhotekoshi river we will reach Briddhim. Overnight stay at lodge.
This day we will walk from Briddhim to Rimche or Lama hotel (2340m) which takes about 5 hours. On the way we will walk through mostly straight trail, cross Tamang and Sherpa villages, small jungles, see views of surrounding areas. Lama Hotel is just 15 minutes walk from Rimche. Overnight stay at lodge.
This day we will walk through almost straight trail for about 5 hours to reach Langtang Village. We will reach Gomna crossing rhododendron and oak forests. From Gomna we will walk through uphill trail towards Ghodatabela for about 1 hour. We can have lunch at Ghoda Tabela. After having lunch we will start walking through uphill trail crossing Thangsep village, In this village we will find mostly Tamang people (one of the ethnic groups in Nepal) . After walking from Thangsep village we will reach Langtang. Overnight stay at lodge.
From Langtang we will walk form Langtang to reach Kyanjin Gompa. On the way we can see very good views of Langtang mountain range including Naya Khang, Ganjala Himal, Langtang Lirung.Overnight stay at lodge.
This day we will explore around Kyanjin Gompa,we can visit the monastery and the cheese factory, glaciers of Langtang Lirung or ascend Kyangjin Ri (4350m.), from Kuangin Ri we can see breathtaking panoramic view of the Langtang Himalayan Range.Overnight stay at lodge.
Rest day for acclimatization. Overnight stay at lodge.
Today we will trek from Kyanjing Gompa to Ngegang (4000m) which takes about 5 hrs. We will not find villages along the trail. On the way ee would enjoy varieties of flora and fauna.Overnight stay at camp.
Having breakfast at Ngegang, we trek from high camp to Keldang (5160m). via Ganja La pass (5130m) . Ganja La Pass is to be attempted with the local advice, adequate acclimatization, good equipments and some experience. Overnight stay at camp.
This day we will trek from Keldang Kharka to Dukpu Kharka (4080m) which takes about five & half hours. We will be walking along ridge, grassland, enjoying the panoramic views of Himalayas. Overnight stay at camp.
We will trek from Dukpu to Tarkeghyang (2740m). We will descend about 200m and climb 4100m pass. From the pass, we would view spectacular mountain ranges – Annapurna and Everest. Now, the trail descends through pine forest, rhodendron forest and pass through the settlement to Tarkeghyang. On the way we will visit oldest Buddhist Monasteries and Sherpa villages where the people are well cultured, friendly and cheerful. Overnight saty at lodge.
Today we will trek from tarkeghyang to Shermanthang (2621m) .Today the trekking is comparatively easier than the previous days as the trail goes through flat land with beautiful forests. On the way we would pass through the village called Shermanthang where we would visit some ancient monasteries. Overnight stay at lodge.
We will trek from Shermanthang to Malamchi Bazaar (846m). The trail gradually descends all the way to Melamchi Bazaar through meadow and cultivated fields. On the way we come across several villages. Overnight stay at lodge.
This day we will drive from Melamchi Bazaar to Kathmandu by private vehicle. It takes around 6 hours by private vehicle and 8 hours by public vehicle to reach Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel.
This day you will be free for various activities such as shopping, sightseeing and etc. Overnight at hotel.
Our correspondents will come at the hotel to depart you with the warm hearts at your mentioned time for departure. Fly towards your destination.