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Duration : 14 days
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Max Altitude : 5130m
Min Age : 17
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Overview

Take the standard Lantang Valley Trek further with the more difficult Ganjala Pass trek. You will pass through the Ganja La Pass after reaching Kyanjin Gompa. 

Before you attempt to cross Ganja La pass, you make the ascent to Kyanjin gompa and take the detour to Tserko Ri. Both of these activities will help you acclimate to the high altitude. After that, the hike continues in a direct direction into the valley of Helambu overThe Ganjala Pass Trek, also known as the Langtang Ganja La Pass Trek, is widely considered to be one of the most exciting treks in all of Nepal. The Ganjala Pass Trek stands out as one of the most challenging and time-consuming treks in the Langtang region, despite the fact that there are a number of different treks from which to choose. Nevertheless, hikers of average physical and mental fitness should be able to complete the journey. If you want to go mountain trekking but don't have a lot of time or money, the Ganjala Pass Trek is a great alternative to the more popular Everest Base Camp Trek and Annapurna Base Camp Trek. Both of these treks take you to the base camp of one of the world's tallest mountains.

The path follows the same general outline as the traditional one to the Lantang Valley upto Kyanjin Gomba including to Kyanjin Ri or Cherko Ri. We make our way back to Kathmandu after descending from Tarke gyang, which is the intersection where the Ganja La Trail and the Helambu Valley Trail meet after crossing the Ganja la pass. 

Along a rocky trail that leads to the west, one can get expansive views of the mountain ranges of Himal Chuli (7893m) and Manaslu (8156m). If the conditions are just right, you may even be able to make out the snow-capped peaks of the Annapurna range as they rise above the valley's horizon. Ganesh Himal, which is located to the south of the valley, has an elevation of 8,516 meters, while Langtang Lirung, which is located to the north of the valley the more challenging but also more exciting Ganja La pass. The Ganjala Pass Trek includes not only increased solitude but also some of the most picture-perfect villages in the world, as well as breathtaking views of the Himalayas.

Join us on this incredible adventure as we make our way through the Langtang region, and you will emerge on the other side feeling amazed and motivated.

Best Season for Langtang-valley-trek-with-Ganjala-pass-trek

The best times to go on the Ganjala pass and Langtang Valley trek are in the fall (September, October, and November) and spring (March, April, and May). At these times, the sky is bright and blue, the air is warm, and you can see all the way to the Himalayas.

There will be rhododendrons of every color lining the path when spring arrives. The air is crisp, the sky is blue, and the mountains are clearly visible. The autumn season is ideal for hiking because of the mild temperatures, gentle breezes, and lack of precipitation. The temperature is perfect for an afternoon hike, the sun is shining, and the sky is clear, giving you a breathtaking view of the mountains. The lowlands are green and pristine. These times also fall in line with some of Nepal's biggest celebrations, including Dashain and Tihar.

Summer and monsoon seasons being rain and leeches and the clouds cover most of the skies making the views less impressive and thus these seasons are not recommended.  The Ganjala Pass is closed In winter as the snows block the way making this trek impossible from December to around late March.  

Why Accessible Adventure? 

Accessible Adventures is a reputable travel company that has been organizing treks and excursions in the Annapurna  area for more than a decade. We are easy to work with, adaptable, and will fulfill all of your needs. In addition, Accessible Adventures operates a hotel in Kathmandu where we can customize rooms to meet your individual needs.

Our guides have completed a range of training programs in which they practice and prepare for the trip during the tourist off-season, noting the terrain and routes in the region. This is to guarantee that our guests have the best experience possible during the busiest season.

Other benefits of booking your trip via Accessible Adventure include: 

  • Best Price for Trip guaranteed
  • No need to spend time meticulously planning trips in a foreign land and getting a headache
  • Book a trip with ease and convenience without the hassle 
  • Safe trips planned with a latest environmental scenarios and trail knowledge from experienced guides 
  • Get increased security as guides take care of your well being
  • Make your trip socially exciting as guides tell you about the local area, customs and environment and help you communicate with locals. 
  • Guides with excellent high-altitude emergency training
  • Ethical tourism practices whereby locals are supported  by the booking

With over 30 years of personal travel experience, including peak climbing and visiting Nepal's most popular tourist spots, we are aware of the difficulties that may arise for both you, the traveller, and the guides and porters that we employ, throughout your journey. Because of our personal experiences in a variety of locations, including EBC, ABC, and others, we have been able to customize trips and make the adventure seem more comfortable and private. We offer the greatest professional services while treating each client like family.

Itinerary

A representative from our company will meet and greet you at the airport as soon as you land in Kathmandu. We will see to it that your travel requirements are met once you are in our care. Given that there are no planned activities for the day, we will assist you in checking into your chosen hotel. You have the option of taking a stroll around the neighborhood or relaxing in each of your rooms.

Accommodation
kathmandu suite home
Time
40m

Visit to cultural and religious sites of Swayambhunath, called the monkey Temple, Pashupatinath, one of the largest temples in Nepal and Bouddhanath, the large stupa are in our itinerary today. 

Pashupatinath Temple:   One of the oldest Hindu temples, Pashupatinath Temple, is dedicated to Lord Shiva, also known as the "Lord of All Beings." Lord Shiva is the embodiment of the universe's destructive aspect. The Pashupatinath complex is traversed by the revered Bagmati river. For those who pass away on the banks of the river, cremation rites are performed by the majority of Hindus in the Kathmandu Valley.

Swayambhunath Stupa:  The Swayambhunath stupa is one of the most revered buddhist stupas in Nepal. It is thought to have materialized when, in ancient times, the Bodhisattva Manjushri carved a canyon at Chhobhar using his flaming sword to drain the waters of the huge lake that was Kathmandu.

Bouddhanath Stupa: Lord Buddha's four pairs of eyes are positioned in the four cardinal directions atop the 2500-year-old Buddhist stupa in the Valley, which was erected in the fifth century. This stupa keeps a constant watch over people and their actions. Buddhist pilgrims from Tibet may be seen spinning prayer wheels as they round the stupa.

 You can also walk around Thamel and Asons around the vicinity of your hotel selling handicraft items and locally made trinkets and clothes. Ason, the oldest market in Kathmandu also lies a few hundred meters from your hotel. You can shop for spices, tea, brass statues, and decorative jars in this market.

Accommodation
kathmandu suite home
Meals
B
Time
6-7

Waking up early and grabbing breakfast we drive northwards from Kathmandu to Syaprebesi through a road. We take the Trishuli Highway which snakes the Trishuli river. Many villages and towns are crossed en route. We grab lunch at Trishuli Bazaar, a famous town in the region. After crossing the bazaar, we reach a checkpoint. The road becomes narrow as we ascend the offroad track. Then we reach the Army check post at Dunche where we get the entry permit for the Langtang National Park. From here we travel to Syaprebesi. We explore the town of Syaprebesi and stay over for the night.

Accommodation
Hotel
Meals
B,l,D
Time
7-8hr

After we wake up in Syaprebesi, we grab breakfast and officially begin our trek. Crossing a bridge, we can take either the trekking trail or the main road. The short trekking trail is quite risky as stone falls and landslides are quite common here thus we take the main road as its much safer. Walking along the road we see numerous waterfalls decking the road. We see hydropower construction going on in the region and take the trekking trail from where the main road stops.  After crossing through a scenic  waterfall we reach Dovan via Pairo. Here the routes to Thulo Syapru, which leads to Gosain Kunda and Lantang separate. We take the route to Lantang. Walking for some time we reach Bamboo a riverside village, where we take lunch for the day. Along the route we can see cliffsides with large honey bee hives.   Walking through forest trails we ascend to a suspension bridge and going up and down we reach Rimche. Around Rimche are lots of Langur monkeys around. Walking further along a similar trail  we reach Lama Hotel. The accommodations in Lama hotel are very basic as it lies within the core Lantang Conservation area. 

Accommodation
Lodge
Meals
B,l,D
Time
5-6hr

From Lama hotel, we grab an early breakfast and ascend forest trails and walk beside the Langtang river. The trail initially today is also similar to the trail we took yesterday Along the route is the River View Tea Shop, which lies next to the river between two ridges. Grabbing tea and refreshments we move ahead. Ascending further, the closed tree line opens up to a shrubby area where most vegetation is low. Further we reach Ghoda Tabela where we see amazing views of Langtang I and Langtang II along with Ganchenpo ahead. We grab lunch here at the village and reach Thyangsyap where the view of the Langtang valley is very picturesque. If we weren’t hungry at Ghoda Tabela we can grab lunch at Thangsyap instead. We also see the Changbu Peak. After walking further we cross a small village called Sherpa Danda and reach Langtang Village. A memorial commemorating the lives lost during the avalanche caused by the 2015 Nepal Earthquake are found here. If we choose to stay overnight at Mundu instead, we need to walk further for around half an hour and climb another 150m altitude. Yak cans be seen grazing in the village of Mundu. You can spend the rest of the day exploring Mundu or Langtang Village. We stay overnight here. 

Accommodation
Lodge
Meals
B,l,D
Time
3-4hr

Getting up early, we are greeted by the mountains in the central Himalaya. We begin after breakfast, walking through the valley and follow the Lantang river. A teahouse is seen en route where we can stop by for Sea Buckthorn juice during the season where it fuitions. Nearby is also a large boulder upon which Guru Rinpoche is said to have meditated. Rumous of his footprint are seen here also. We cross the village, and see numerous Yak and goats. We cross a suspension bridge and walk to reach Kyanjin Gumpa. Numerous mani wheels drive by water flow can be seen along the route making it very picturesque. Two stupas are also seen as we climb bigger.  An amazing view of the Lantang Lirung glacier is seen from the route right after crossing the suspension bridge. This glacier is where many rookie peak climbers train for their mountain adventures. A small hydropower station is also featured on the trail.  At Kyanjin gumba we grab lunch, visit a small bakery and a factory selling real Yak Cheese freshly made. We can also visit the Kyanjin Monastary and take a short walk to see the glacier in its full glory. Tibetan influence and ancestry is apparent in this region. We stay overnight at Kyanjin Gumba. 

Today we have two options for our trek, either to Kyangjin Ri or to Cherko Ri. Kyangjin Ri is slightly shorter however views from Cherko Ri are much better. We grab a very early breakfast  and begin our  ascend.

Option 1: Kyangjin Ri

As we ascend to Kyangjin Ri, we get views of Ganjala Peak, Ganjala Pass, Lantang Peaks and Yala Pass. We also see the Cherko Ri. Towards our back lie the amazing Himalaya when walking. At the top of Kyangjin Ri, we see amazing 360 degree views of the Himalayas that surround us. After taking our fill of the amazing scenery, we return back to our lodge for lunch and explore the monastery and the village. 

There are two Kyanjin Ri peaks, the lower Kyanjin Ri lies only at 4200m while the upper goes upto 4600m. The Kyanjin Ri peaks make for amazing short burst hikes that do not take all day. 

Option 2: Cherko Ri

Moving towards Cherko Ri, we take packed lunch and go to see the spot the footprint of Guru Rinpoche can be found. We cross a river, climb steeply along the trail as we see amazing backgrounds of Lantang Peak, Ganjala Peak, Ganchenpo Peak, Nayakhang Peak and Lantang Valley. When we reach the top, we see the best 360 view of the Himalaya including Sisapangba, which lies in Tibet and Langsisa, Dorje Lakpa which lie in Nepal. We take our packed lunch amid the wonderful views and can even feed birds that are perch on top of the hill. Descending is quite difficult as the trail becomes slippery in winter. Climbing Cherko Ri is almost impossible during the winter. Most describe the final ascent and initial descent of Cherko Ri as being the most difficult due to the ice and altitude. 

We return back to Kyangjin Gumba for the night. 

Today we wake up to our second day at Kyanjin Gompa with a beautiful sunrise on the nearby peaks. The trails from here are sparse on vegetation as we increase altitude. After some walking, we cross a suspension bridge over the pristine Lantang river that we have been following till now. Walking further through a gradual steep trail we reach Chhana lake. This glacial lake is pristine and you can fill your cameras with photos here. Moving ahead from the lake we eventually teach Ngegang where we’ll have to stay in a tent and camp as accommodation is unavailable. However sleeping under the stars in a tent in the Himalayas is an amazing experience indeed. 

Accommodation
Tent
Meals
B,l,D
Time
7-8hr

Waking up in our tent amid the Himalayan sunrise is an amazing experience. Today is another climax of the trip as we cross the fabled Ganja La pass today. Today will be a the most difficult day of the trek which will last around 8 hours. The path can be icy and slippery due to loose rock and ice that line the trail Ganja la pass lies at an altitude of 5130m at the views from this height are unrivalled. Excellent views of Lantang Lirung and Sishapangma in Tibet can be seen amazingly here. After filling our cameras and after a feeling of accomplishment, we begin our descent after the pass to reach Keldang where we setup camp and sleep for the night. 

Accommodation
Tent
Meals
B,l,D
Time
8-9hr

Today is another long day of trekking however we will not be ascending or descending much. After an early breakfast, we collect camp and begin heading to Dukpa. The trail is mainly through grasslands. As we walk for some time and eventually pass one of the very small settlements in the Helambu region. Dukpu, our campsite today lies in a forest we so get an authentic wilderness camping experience. 

Accommodation
Tent
Meals
B,l,D
Time
8-9hr

After breakfast at camp, we begin one of the largest descents as we go from a high altitude of 4000m all the way down to 2600m at Tarke Gyang. As we walk, we see the vegetation start to become bigger and more dense. As we descend we eventually reach Tarkegyang. Hyolmo people inhabit this village and you can explore the village after you reach to learn about their lifestyle. The village also has an ancient monastery which we can go explore. This village is also known as Helambu after the Hyolmo people. The trail has officially joined with the Helambu valley trek trail and thus we may get to meet many trekers here. 

Accommodation
Lodge
Meals
B,l,D
Time
6-7hr

Today’ s trek is relatively shorter. Have breakfast, and then set off on a ramble into the woods to kick off your journey. Before reaching the Gangyul Sherpa settlement, you will encounter a number of streams and waterfalls. You may take it easy today because much of your route will be downhill and the trail is not too difficult. Along the way, you may also see some tiny stupas. The settlement of Sermathang can be reached after following the path through some very stunning scenery, including rolling hills covered in lush flora.

Sermathang, too, is a beautiful town that you should visit. You'll be able to pass the afternoon exploring the area's monasteries and traditional homes until it's time for dinner.

Accommodation
Lodge
Meals
B,l,D
Time
6-7hr

On our final day of hiking, we get up bright and early. The trails continue down from Sermanthang, first to Dubhachaur at 1500 meters, and then again down to Melamchi at 830 meters, where it meets the road. All modes of transportation, including buses, can be found in this village, making it convenient for visitors to travel to nearby Panchkhal through the Kodari route. We can take a bus to Kathmandu from there.

Accommodation
kathmandu suite home
Meals
B,l,D
Time
6-7hr

After finishing the journey through the Helambu Valley, it's time to bid Nepal farewell. Three hours before to your scheduled international flight to your next destination, you will be taken to the international airport. We sincerely hope that our travels in the Everest Himalaya have left you with lifelong memories. You can extend your stay in Nepal if you'd want to visit all of the fascinating places the country has to offer. We sincerely hope you will appreciate the time we had together and recommend us to your friends and family for their trip to Nepal to go trekking.

Meals
B
Time
40min

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Cost Includes

     

  • Tented camp accommodation and all meals at Ngegang, Keldang and Dukpu for 3 nights (We will provide fully water/wind-proof twin- tents
  • Duffle bag, sleeping bag, and down jacket for use during the trek
  • Airport and hotel transfers as per itinerary in private vehicle
  • Three nights in twin sharing accommodation in a three-star category hotel in Kathmandu
  • Guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu private vehicle
  • Full board meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trek
  • All your standard meals during the trek (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) including seasonal fruits
  • Experienced, first-aid trained, government licensed, English-speaking trekking guide
  • Langtang National Park permits and TIMS permit for trekking
  • Private Tourist Vehicle transfer from Kathmandu to Syabru Besi and from Melamchi Pul Bazaar to Kathmandu (bus/jeep)
  • Porters during the trek for carrying luggage (1 porter for every 2 clients)
  • Wages, accommodation, meals, gear, insurance, and medications for all staff
  • T-shirt, trekking map, and trip achievement certificate
  • First aid medical kit
  • TIMS, trekking permit
  • All government taxes & office service charge

 

Cost Excludes

 

  • Meals (lunch and dinner) in Kathmandu
  • International flight fare and airport departure tax
  • Any beverages including bottled and boiled water
  • Travel insurance along with high-altitude emergency evacuation coverage
  • Tips to trekking staff and driver
  • Nepal Entry Visa (Visa can be acquired easily after your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu with a fee of USD 50 for 30 days visa and USD 125 for 90 days visa)
  • Personal Trekking gear and equipment
  • Any expenses other than the Price Include section

 

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