It is one of the best treks in central Nepal on non-touristy trail. Ganesh Himal not frequented by many tourists and it situated in central Nepal, northwest of Kathmandu the terraced hillsides seem to climb to the sky. This trekking takes us through river valleys and traditional farming communities that contain a variety of the ethnic groups in Nepal. The trekking also goes through pine and rhododendron forests and across various passes and cols. We can have the wonderful views of Langtang, Gosainkunda, Ganesh Himal, Boudha Peak, Himalchuli, Machhapuchhre, South Annapurna and Annapurna II.
Ganesh Himal is one of the Nepal's renowned peaks. The trek offers the terraced hillsides governing the sky as well as ethnical diversity from various groups & their mixed of lifestyle that gives us a glimpse into real Nepali life & the tour gives the trekkers an abundant opportunity to observe the rich Nepalese cultural tradition. Generally, Ganesh Himal trekking begins from Trishuli/Syabrubesi, and ends at Dhading/Gorkha.
Name of the Trek: Ganesh Himal Trek
Grade: C-Grade (Demanding)
Maximum altitude: 4,600m (Singla Pass)
Trekking type: Camping
Duration in Nepal: 18 days
Trekking duration: 14 days
Walking hours: Approximately 5-7 hours (For normal trekker)
Transportation: Drive KTM-Betrawati (After Trishuli), Arughat-KTM
Best Season: Spring and Autumn
ITINERARY:
- Arrive in Kathmandu: Assistance upon arrival, transfer to Hotel.
- KATHMANDU: Sightseeing around the valley, O/N at Hotel in Kathmandu.
- Drive Kathmandu to Betrawati and trek to Chapdanda (1,220m)
- Trek Chapdanda to Bhalche (2,020m)
- Trek Bhalche to Gonga (2,800m)
- Trek Gonga to Rupchet (3,635m)
- Acclimatization day: excursion around the valley.
- Trek to Phedi (3,546m) via Singla pass (4,600m)
- Trek to Pansang-La Bhanjyang (4,000m)
- Trek to Tipling (2,500m)
- Trek Tipling to Sertung (2,050m)
- Trek Sertung to Jharlang (1,200m)
- Trek Jharlang to Darkha (1,160m)
- Trek Darkha to Khahare bazaar (900m)
- Trek Khahare bazaar to Arughat (570m)
- Drive back to Kathmandu, O/N at Hotel in Kathmandu.
- Security day/KATHMANDU: Sightseeing around the valley, O/N at Hotel in Kathmandu.
- Transfer to Airport for further departure.
Note: The itinerary is just an idea you can alter them as per your possibilities. PRICE: Starting from
US$1,250 per person
COST INCLUDES:
- Airports pick up and drop by car, van or bus depending upon the number of pax.
- Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on twin sharing BB plan as per the itinerary (2 Star Hotel or equivalent).
- All necessary Trekking permits including Restricted area permits, if any.
- All government & agency formalities and taxes.
- All ground transportation during trek (Private Transport/Tourist Coach).
- English speaking Guide (Govt. License holder).
- Required number of Supporting Sherpa.
- Required number of Porters to carry luggage (Maximum 28kg for one Porter).
- Insurance and medical (First aid kit) for Nepali staffs.
- Helicopter Rescue Service (For Foreigners: Incase of emergency we do operate the service but the expenses is not included in the price).
- All meals & accommodations during trek.
- Cook and Kitchen helpers (For: Camping Trek).
- Necessary camping and kitchen gears (For: Camping Trek).
- Domestic Flight including airport tax, if any.
COST EXCLUDES:
- Nepal visa fee (Can be obtained at the airport upon arrival).
- International flight tickets and airport clearance.
- Medical and personal insurance of members (Compulsory).
- Cost of emergency evacuation (Incase of emergency, helicopter rescue service will be provided as per the request).
- Cost of personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry, telephone bills etc.
- Lunch & dinner during your stay in Kathmandu.
- Tips for the staffs.
- Services other than specified.
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