Overview

Langtang Ganja La pass trekking takes you to north of Kathmandu to the Tibetan border. This trekking area is habited by Tamang villages more similar to Tibetan cultures. Kyanjin Gompa, as last Village in the valley and starting point Helambu valley over Ganja La Pass (5200M). We’ll make hike to Tserko ri from Kyangjin which is in 5000m and good for acclimatization.
Ganja la pass is quite often covered by snow but during autumn and spring the pass opens for trekkers. Challenging walking over Ganja la pass offers diverse wilderness and adventure experience. From here 3-4 days is completely on our own with camping gears, foods, arrangement and well experience guides and staff. We will reach Melamchi Bazar via Tarkyegyang and Sermanthang and catch bus/jeep to Kathmandu.

Trek Highlights

Buddhist monastery visit in Kyangjin Gompa.
Sunrise & mountain view Kyangjin Gompa.
Explore rich Tibetan mix culture of Tamang people.
Crossing Ganja La pass of 5200m.
Panoramic view of mountain from Tserko ri and Ganja la pass.
Camping arrangement to cross Ganja La pass.

Day 1 :

Day 01- Arrival In Kathmandu.

Welcome to Nepal! Ramdung Expedition representative will meet you at the airport and bring you to your hotel in Kathmandu. You can take a rest or if you are arriving earlier, can visit around the city.
In the evening we will hold a briefing session regarding your trip and get to know your Nepali trekking companion. We’ll be happy to answer any question you may have. O/N Hotel.

Day 2 :

Day 02- Sightseeing Trip / Trek Preparation.

Kathmandu valley is has fantastic UNESCO world heritages all around. Today after the breakfast, you’ll be visiting Boudhanath Stupa (the largest Buddhist shrines in the world), Pashupatinath (the holiest Hindu temple in the world), Durbar Squares (Palaces and fortresses of medieval Kings). The lifestyle of the Nepalese people, holy sadhus and monks, the fascinating history and the awe-inspiring architecture will be the highlight of this day. You can also buy or rent any needed gear or clothing from trekking/mountaineering shops. O/N Hotel (B)

Day 3 :

Day 03 – Drive Kathmandu To Syabrubesi (1550m). 7 Hrs

After morning breakfast we drive out along the north-western hills of Kathmandu. Enjoy the Himlayan views and mountainous lifestyle through the terraced fields and rustic villages. Take Lunch at the Trishuli Bazar before continuing further to Dhunche. From Dhunche, we descent down to Syabrubesi. O/N Lodge (BLD)

Day 4 :

Day 04 – Syabru Besi To Lama Hotel (2380m). 6hrs

This is our first day of trekking today. Follow the Langtang Khola or River. Pass through the dense forests. Cross several suspension bridges. We also pass by a Paira Lodge, Rimche The trail goes up and down but it's not that challenging. O/N Lodge (BLD)

Day 5 :

Day 05 – Lama hotel to Langtang (3430m). 6.5 hrs

After taking morning tea, we embark our second day of the journey. Our trail continues along dense forest of oak rhododendron, hamlock and maple. After making a steady climb up through the valley, we leave the tree line behind us. Enjoy the marvelous views of Langtang Lirung. Pass by water mills, prayer wheels, chortens, with sacred mounds of rocks with inscriptions carved on them. O/N Lodge (BLD)

Day 6 :

Day 06 – Langtang to Kyanjin Gompa (3870m). 4-5 hrs

We get out of the village and pass on through yak pastures. Also pass the largest mani wall in Nepal, made from stone with prayers written on them. The prayers written on the mani wall is supposed to be blown away by the wind. Cross several of the wooden bridges. Since, we are really getting into the high altitudes, you might start feeling the thin air. Gompa. Kanjin Gompa is surrounded by the Himalayas all around. You can take a walk around Kanjin Gompa enjoying the views, glaciers, icefalls, birds and yaks. O/N Lodge (BLD)

Day 7 :

Day 07 – Kyanjin Gompa to Tserko Ri (5000m) to Kyanjin Gompa.

Early morning we visit to Tserko Ri 5000m for mountain sunrise views. We see spectacular view of Langtang Himalayan and phenomenal panoramas of Langtang lirung, Ghyanghempo, Langshisa ri, Ganja la and Nayakang. Then we return back to Kyanjin Gompa. O/N Lodge (BLD)

Day 8 :

Day 08 – Kyanjin Gompa to Ganja la Phedi (4300m). 5-6 hrs

We start our journey to Ghanja la phedi by crossing the Langtang river then ascending through rhododendron forests. To reach todays destination it depends on which season we trek. We will be walking already in high and during winter, it might take longer to cross the snow path.

Day 9 :

Day 09 – Ganja la phedi to Ganja la pass (5122m) to Keldang (4250m). 6.5hrs

We’ll be passing Ganja la pass today. The trail is challenging and difficult. Ganja la is often covered with snow. We make long uphill walk through boulders, passing small lakes and reach Ganja la which is on rocky moraine. The view from here is spectacular. Then we descend down to Keldang.

Day 10 :

Day 10 – Keldang to Yak Kharka (4000m).

We descend again today following ridge line. We pass through forest, grassland and ridges losing height.

Day 11 :

Day 11 – Yak kharka to Tarke Gyang (2590m) – 5.5 hrs

As we reach Tarkye gyang, we notice about 1500m descend we made today.

Day 12 :

Day 12 – Tarkye gyang to Sermanthang (2610m). 4 hrs

Since, we do not gain altitude that much today, it's going to be comparatively easy walk today. We forests, streams, and waterfalls. The trail makes a sweep around the wide valley end between Parachin and the Sherpa village of Gangyul. From Gangyul, we arrive at Sermathang. Discover the village. There is also a Buddhist monastery at the highest point of the village. O/N Lodge (BLD)

Day 13 :

Day 13 – Sermanthang to Melamchi Pul Bazar. 3.5 hrs Drive to Kathmandu. 2 hrs

On our final day of the trek, we walk down to Malemchi Pul Bazaar. The village is mostly inhabited by the Sherpa, but there are also people of other ethnicities. From the Bazaar, we return to Kathmandu catching up bus/jeep. You can spend time resting/buying souvenirs back to home. In the evening, we will host farewell dinner in traditional restaurant with cultural dance performances in celebration of your amazing trip. O/N Hotel (BLD)

Day 14 :

Day 14 – Trip ends, farewell and departure.

The journey in the mountains of Nepal comes to an end today ! At last approximately 3 hours before your scheduled flight, a representative from Ramdung Expedition will drop you to the airport. (B)