Trip Overview
The Ganesh Himal trekking route offers a unique journey through Nepal's lesser-known landscapes, northwest of the Kathmandu Valley. Named after the revered Hindu deity Ganesh, the elephant-headed God symbolizing fortune, the Ganesh Himal Range stands as a testament to Nepal's spiritual heritage. Ganesh II, Ganesh III, and Ganesh IV, alongside Ganesh Himal, paint the horizon with their majestic peaks.
Traversing tranquil Tamang villages, natural hot springs, rugged gorges, an...
The Ganesh Himal trekking route offers a unique journey through Nepal's lesser-known landscapes, northwest of the Kathmandu Valley. Named after the revered Hindu deity Ganesh, the elephant-headed God symbolizing fortune, the Ganesh Himal Range stands as a testament to Nepal's spiritual heritage. Ganesh II, Ganesh III, and Ganesh IV, alongside Ganesh Himal, paint the horizon with their majestic peaks.
Traversing tranquil Tamang villages, natural hot springs, rugged gorges, and gleaming glaciers, the trek leads to Sangjung Kharka and Khola Kharka, offering panoramic views of Ganesh Himal V, Ganesh Himal II, Langtang Li Rung (7,225m), and Paldor peak. The Ganesh Himal trek presents an opportunity to behold the splendor of the Ganesh Himal region, the Langtang region, and the Annapurna region, showcasing diverse landscapes and abundant flora.
Along the trail, vibrant bursts of berberis, primula, orchids, and ferns adorn the valleys, while the golden hues of double Jasmine illuminate the landscape. In spring, rhododendrons in full bloom transform the forests, rich with Spanish oak and blue pine, into a kaleidoscope of colors.
Embarking on the journey, travelers commence with an approximately eight-hour drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi, the starting point of the trek. The best seasons to embark on the Ganesh Himal trek are from February to May and August to December, offering optimal weather conditions and stunning vistas throughout the journey.
Trip Facts
- Country: Nepal
- Starting/Ending: Kathmandu
- Region: Langtang
- Trek Duration: 17 Days Trekking
- Maximum Altitude: 3,842m Pasang La Pass.
- Trek Grading: Moderate
- Trekking Type: Tea House/Camping
- Group-Size: 2-15 People
- Meal on Trek: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Best Season: Sept – Dec, March – May
Itinerary
Route Map
Altitude Chart
Cost includes
- Transportation: Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop by private car or van and Necessary Transport during a Trekking .
- Kathmandu Hotel: 2 nights 3*** Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu.
- Overland 4WD Transportation: 4wd private or local or tourist coach Transportation from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi and Khahare Bazaar back to Kathmandu by local bus as per scheduled programmed itinerary.
- Accommodation & Meal during Trekking / Camping (If Camping Trek): Local Hotel / Tea House accommodation and meals on full board (Breakfast, lunch and dinner) including Local seasonal fresh fruits as far available during trekking and Camping
- Trekking map.
- Permit: All necessary Government paperwork and national park entry TIMS and Langtang National Park special restricted permit and other necessary permits.
- Required necessary Porters or Support Camping Crew (If Camping): All necessary required Porters during trekking and if camping, 1 experienced, helpful and friendly guide, 1 cook and porters and their food & accommodation, salary, equipment and insurance.
- Camping Equipment (If Camping): Only if camping trip, Trekking camping equipment (Tent, mattress, dining tent, kitchen tent, toilet tent and kitchen utensils etc).
- Xtreme Climbers Duffel Bags and Sun Hat: Xtreme Climbers Duffel Bags for each Trekker 90.L / Climbers 120.L to put your Trekking/Expedition gears and stuff during Trekking / Expedition.
- Guide / Wages /Meals / Insurance: An experienced Government licensed guide and porter to carry your luggage, Food, drinks, accommodation, insurance, salary, equipment, transportation, local tax for Guide and porter for the trek.
- SAT Phone: Thuraya SAT Phone (Emergency use only) carried by Guide. For members additional charge ($ 5 per minute).
- Radio Walkie Talkie: Radio Walkie Talkie will be sent if required.
- First AID Kit Box: Group medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).
- Travel & Rescue arrangement: Travel & Rescue arrangement just in case of any emergency during a trip.
- Government Tax / VAT: All government taxes and Vat.
Cost Excludes
- Air Fare: International flight airfare (from and to Kathmandu).
- Nepal entry Visa fee: Nepal Visa fee US$ 60 per person for 30 days (to be applied for 60 days (USD$ 120).
- Sightseeing : Sightseeing around historical monuments and entrance fee.
- Extra night in Kathmandu and Lunch & Dinner: Extra nights accommodation and Lunch & dinner during the stay in Kathmandu In case of early arrival or late departure, early return from Trekking / Expedition (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary.
- Insurance: Travel and high altitude insurance, accident, medical & emergency evacuation.
- Rescue Evacuation: Medical Insurance and emergency rescue evacuation cost if required. (Rescue, Repatriation, Medication, Medical Tests and Hospitalization costs.)
- Personal Trekking / Climbing equipment and personal Expenses: Personal Trekking and Climbing Gears, Internet, battery recharge, Hot shower, Laundry, any Alcoholic beverages & soft drinks (during the trek and in Kathmandu), and Personal Medical Kit bags.
- Filming: Special Filming, Camera and Drone permit fee.
- Horse renting and additional porters: Horse renting and additional porters during the trek.
- Tips: Calculate some tips for staff, Drivers and Porters .
- Extra: Any other services or activities, which are not mentioned in the itinerary or any other item not listed in the “Cost Includes” section. Or any costs which arise due to a change of the itinerary, because of landslides, domestic flight delays,political disturbance, and strikes etc.
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