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Langtang Valley with Ganja La Pass Trek In Nepal
You’ll walk through old villages where people still cook on firewood and greet you with a smile. The trail goes from quiet forests to wide open valleys and over Ganja La, a high, snowy pass. It’s not easy, but there’s help along the way. You sleep in tents, eat warm meals, and feel proud with every step.
per person
USD 1,630
Duration
13 Days
Difficulty
Beginner
Requires no prior experience and fits for people with basic physical ability
Best Season
March- April- May- Aug- Sep- Oct- Nov
Max. elevation
5,200m / 17,056ft
Trip Code
CT-10026
Destination
Nepal
Region
Langtang Region Treks
Activity
Trekking
Start / End Point
Kathmandu / Kathmandu
Accommodation
Guest House | Hotel
Transportation
Private Vehicle | Public Bus
Route
Syabrubesi - Lama Hotel- Langtang - Kyanjin Gumba- – Cherko Ri -Ngegang -Ganja La Pass -Trakeghyang -Melamchi Pul Bazaar- Kathmandu
Trip Highlights
- Scenic drive from Kathmandu to Syabru Besi
- Visit to the Langtang village and Kyajin Gompa
- Amazing views of the Himalayan Ranges
- Crossing the Ganja La Pass which lies at 5132 meters
Langtang Valley with Ganja La Pass Trek In Nepal Overview
The beautiful valley of Langtang region, also known as the "Valley of Glaciers" lies about 70 miles north of Kathmandu. Langtang valley trek is some of the best trekking and tour packages in Nepal that includes mesmerizing destinations throughout the valley. The addition to the Langtang Valley trekking with Ganja La pass trek however is even more exciting and adventurous. Ganja La pass is one of the more difficult Himalayan passes in Nepal with a height of 5132 meters.
Visit to Langtang valley offers unique experience and opportunity to explore the Tibetan villages and Tamang villages giving travelers a new perspective of culture of the people of this community. This trek in Nepal also gives a unique chance to explore the wilderness to travelers as traveling in solitude is one of the strong points of this travel package in Nepal. Beautiful ecosystem of flora and faunas can also be observed during this trek adventure in Nepal. The trek in Langtang region however is bit more strenuous as we'll be walking over much higher altitude hence trekkers needs to be skilled and prepared with technical climbing equipment. There won't be any facilities around in the remote passes of the wilderness of the Himalayas and traveling group is to be fully self-sufficient for these few days. The trail follows a valley before reaching toward the glaciated pass where the use of ropes, ice axes, and crampons might be necessary. The Ganja La trail continues south, following the streams and moraines. Towards the north from the pass, the views of the Langtang Lirung and some other snow peaks in Tibet including Shisha Pangma (8013 meters) can be observed.
Travelers are to be equipped with proper equipment and skilled and experienced travel guides are provided by our company, Core Treks, during the travel to Langtang valley and Ganja La pass. The Sherpas and travel guides are the best at what they do and travelers can forget about stressing out they are by your side all the time during your trek in Langtang valley.
Langtang Valley With Ganja La Pass Trek In Nepal Itinerary
Arrival At Kathmandu
Highest Altitude
1,350 m
Upon your arrival at Kathmandu, a representative from Core Treks will pick you up from the airport and take you to your hotel. You can rest and relax for some time and after a while we’ll meet for a short briefing session regarding our trek. Please feel free to ask any question regarding our trek. You’ll be introduced with your tour guide as well during this session. However, if your arrival is late then the tour briefing will be shifted for the next day before we head for the tour.
No Meals
Hotel
Kathmandu To Syabrubensi
Drive Hours
7 hours
Highest Altitude
1,550 m
Our journey starts with a roadway drive towards Syabrubensi. The drive along the northern highway twists and climbs over the mountain ridges to the Trishuli Valley. Also, the Himalayan peaks of Annapurna, Manaslu, and Ganesh are visible in the distance as we cross Kakani and the terraced green hills and lush forests make the drive very pleasurable.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Guesthouse
Syabrubensi To Lama Hotel
Trek Distance
10-12 km
Trek Duration
5-7 hours
Highest Altitude
2,470 m
After having breakfast, we head towards the first part of the trail which crosses through the Bhotekoshi river and follows Langtang river. The trail gradually ascends up to Bamboo passing the rugged paths. The trek brings us through scenic wilderness where we’ll be treated with the sight of native wildlife as our trail climbs gently to Rimche
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Guesthouse
Lama Hotel To Langtang Village
Trek Distance
10 km
Trek Duration
5-6 hours
Highest Altitude
3,430 m
This day we trek uphill through the beautiful oak, maple, rhododendron, and hemlock forests. We also pass through the Ghoda Tabela which means Horse Stable. The valley is also filled with herds of yaks that we will get to encounter on the pastures. This village is a very old village in this region from where the views of the mountains can be seen in even more splendor and beauty.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Guesthouse
Langtang Village To Kyanjing Gompa
Trek Distance
6-7 km
Trek Duration
3-4 hours
Highest Altitude
3,830 m
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Guesthouse
Kyanjing Gompa To Chorka Ri Ri To Kyanjin Gompa
Trek Distance
8-10 km
Trek Duration
7 hour
Highest Altitude
4,984 m
On this day we hike up the moraine to behold the splendid ice faces and ascend a the Chorkari Ri. From here amazing view of the Langtang range can be witnessed such as Langtang Lirung, Langshisa Ri, Gyanghempo, Naya Kang, and Ganjala.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Guesthouse
Kyanjing Gompa To Ngegang
Trek Distance
6-7 km
Trek Duration
5-6 hour
Drive Hours
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Highest Altitude
4,000 m
Our adventurous journey towards the wilderness begins from here as we head towards Negang. We won’t be seeing any villages and the trail goes on ascending. There are no lodges available at these areas so we’ll need to make a camp on this day.
Guesthouse
Ngegang To Keldang Via Ganja La Pass
Trek Distance
9 -12 km
Trek Duration
7-9 hours
Highest Altitude
5,200 m
This day we reach the highest point of our travel journey. The day is a bit strenuous comparatively as passing the Ganja La pass takes more effort. The pass and peaks around are covered with snowy ice most of the times throughout the year. Upon finishing crossing the pass we head towards Keldang and set up our camp for the night.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Guesthouse
Keldang To Dukpu
Trek Distance
8-10 km
Trek Duration
4-6 hours
Highest Altitude
4,300 m
It will be a long day walk as will pass along the ridge and grassland with amazing views of the Himalayas beside us. The silent travel through the wilderness gives an amazing experience of solitude and being in the presence of beautiful nature. We’ll be camping inside the forest of Dukpu on the night of this day.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Guesthouse
Dukpu To Tarkegyang
Trek Distance
9-12 km
Trek Duration
6-7 hour
Highest Altitude
4,100 m
The trail today descends for about couple hundred meter and we then climb the pass at 4100 meters. Views from here are mesmerizing as we behold some ranges of the Annapurna and Everest region. Our trail then descends through the pine forest past a small herder’s settlement to Tarkeghyang. We’ll also be able to visit one of the oldest Buddhist monasteries and Sherpa villages in this region.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Guesthouse
Tarkegyang to Sermanthang
Trek Distance
5-7 km
Trek Duration
2-4 hour
Highest Altitude
3,700 m
Our trek on this day is comparatively easier as we walk through the flat land with forests and streams accompanying us along the day. We’ll also be passing through many villages of Sherpa and Tamang heritage. Finally we’ll be done for the day as we reach Sermanthang village which is another village with rich culture and full of natural wonders surrounding it.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Guesthouse
Sermanthang To Melamchi Bazzar To Kathmandu
Trek Distance
12-15 km
Trek Duration
4-6 hours
Drive Hours
4-5 hours
Highest Altitude
2,590 m
On our final day of walk, we trek towards the town of Melamchi Bazzar through the meadows and cultivated fields. The terraced fields where villagers farm are also some unique features of this region. We finally reach to Melamchi Bazzar and upon having our lunch we head back towards Kathmandu. We’ll drive back to Kathmandu and back to your hotel. After resting for a bit, we’ll be organizing a dinner party for our fellow guests where you’ll be taken to a traditional Nepalese cuisine restaurant.
Breakfast, & Farewell Dinner
Hotel
Departure
Highest Altitude
1,350 m
Our travel journey has now come to an end as we say our goodbyes and take you to the Tribhuvan International Airport 3 hours prior to your flight time. We’ll come to pick you at your hotel and a representative will drive alongside you up till the departure gate at the airport.
Breakfast
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Temperature by Month at Ganja La Pass
Trip Includes
- Airport transfers by Private Vehicles.
- Standard twin- sharing accommodation in a three-star hotel in Kathmandu, breakfast included. (2 Nights).
- Twin sharing accommodation during trek. (8 Nights).
- Sleep on tended camp (3 nights) from day 7 to day 9.
- Kathmandu – Syabru Bensi – Melamchi Bazzar – Kathmandu by Private transport.
- Three daily meals with tea/coffee (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek.
- TIMS Fee- Trekkers’ Information Management System & Langtang National park permit (Please bring 2 passport size photos).
- One highly experienced, helpful and friendly guide. Porters (1 porter for 2 people) and their food, accommodation, salary and equipment. Accident insurance for all staff.
- Group climbing equipment (Climbing Rope, Ice Hammer, Snow Bar, Ice Screw, Camping Tents,Group climbing equipment (Climbing Rope, Ice Hammer, Snow Bar, Ice Screw, Camping Tents, dining tents, toilet tents and Kitchen equipment’s), and Kitchen equipment’s)
- Farewell dinner in a traditional Nepali restaurant with cultural performances.
- Personal care & attention.
- Local and government taxes.
Complimentary Services
Available After Complete Booking
- Down jacket and four seasonal sleeping bag (to be returned after completion of the trip).
- Core Trek duffle bag, T-shirt, and a trekking map.
- A self-sufficient medical first aid kit containing vital medications.
- Company branded water bottle with purification tablets
- Warm woollen hat
- Solar panel for battery charging in the mountain
- Oximeter
Trip Excludes
- All kind of beverage including mineral water, Phone calls, laundry, hot shower during Trek
- Travel and Rescue Insurance
- Tipping to crew.
- Personal mountaineering gears
- Optional trips and sightseeing if extended
- International airfare and airport departure tax
- Visa fee, you obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport Kathmandu
- Do not mention the services apart from the services mentioned in “Cost Included services”
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Langtang Valley with Ganja La Pass Trek In Nepal Additional Information
Equipment And Gears
To prepare for your trek in Nepal, it’s essential to consider both the specific route and the time of year. Here is a Nepal trekking packing list to help you pack wisely. Here’s our Nepal Trekking packing list.
Travellers Reviews
57 Reviews in TripAdvisor
Advisor linkDelicious Meals And Peaceful Vibes
What I loved most about Nepal was the food, it was so delicious! The people were calm and kind, and I truly felt at home there.
Our trek was short, so it wasn’t too hard, but the views were amazing. The peaceful nature and quiet surroundings made it a perfect escape.
Thanks to CoreTreks for giving us a great package at a good price. They’re a team of true professionals. I highly recommend them to anyone visiting Nepal.
Gyunghui
Korea, Democratic People
Nepal Is an Amazing Country With So Much to See and Explore
After spending three weeks in Nepal, I can say we had a really good time and a great trek. Nepal is an amazing country with so much to see and explore.
It was a special experience to visit Tibetan and Tamang villages. I really enjoyed my time there and I already want to go back.
Big thanks to CoreTreks and their team for guiding us through the trails to Ganja La Pass. If you’re thinking about visiting Nepal, I suggest booking with CoreTreks. They are hardworking and professional.
Mikkel
Norway
Warm People and Peaceful Trails
Our trip to Nepal was such an exciting adventure. While hiking through Langtang, we passed through lovely local settlements where the people were very kind and respectful. They really made us feel welcome.
My favorite part was visiting the Gompa. The monks there were so disciplined, and the place felt peaceful. The views all around were amazing too.
We booked last minute and didn’t have much time to prepare, but CoreTreks made everything easy. The food and places to stay were great. I truly recommend booking with CoreTreks if you’re planning a trek in Nepal.
William
United Kingdom
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