Ganesh Himal Trek

Ganesh Himal Trekking will take you to the central-eastern region of Nepal, one of the least explored areas of the Himalayas territory which is situated in between the most popular trekking destinations Langtang to the east and Manaslu to the west. On this trek, you will get to explore the typical native culture and natural vista on the Tamang valley. Ganesh Himal Trek is another route which has been hardly explored and yet one of the untouched trekking routes in Nepal.

Named after the Hindu God - Lord Ganesh, Ganesh Himal promises the trekkers to deliver the breathtaking panoramic views of the Himalayas including panoramic Ganesh Himal ranges I, II, III, IV, Mount Manaslu, Langtang mountain, Annapurna mountain and also the Tibet range. Along with that Ganesh Himal provides you with the opportunity to capture the picturesque views of mountains and landscapes, waterfalls, amazing rock formations, and Saint George. Ganesh Himal treks start from the Satdobato and end at the Dhading Besi.

This trek is for those trekkers who want to get free from the chaos of city life and wants to wander and lost themselves in nature and its beauty. Get closer to nature and explore the remote village that is situated in the lap of the Ganesh Himal region.

Itinerary

This itinerary is a guideline only and we will follow the itinerary as far as possible but due to weather conditions, health conditions, natural disasters and other unfavorable phenomenon your guide might decide to amend or skip the itinerary for your own safety. Your guide will help you at any time with providing indesc-wrapion regarding conditions and safety during the trek.

Day 1

Kathmandu to Satdobato (1500 m) Driving Duration: 7 hours

Our trekking guide will come to pick you up from your hotel in a private vehicle and transfer you to Satdobato. Leaving the hustle and bustle of Kathmandu behind, your journey into the Himalaya begins with a scenic drive through the Trishuli river to Satdobato. The road to Trishuli river is smooth but the read after crossing the river is a bit bumpy and rough. It has mix people of Brahmin, Chhetri, and Tamang in the town.

Accommodation: Overnight in a best available local lodge in Satdobato.

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Day 2

Satdobato to Bhalche (1950 m) Hiking Duration: 5 hours

From today, we start our trekking as we make a gradual climb to Kispang while passing through terraces and villages. Continuing our hiking, we ascend to reach Bhalche village where we camp for tonight. Bhalche is a nice Tamang village surrounded by Buddhist prayer flags and nice terrace farms.

Accommodation: Overnight in the best available local lodge in Bhalche.

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Day 3

Balche to Gonga (3000 m) Hiking Duration: 5/6 hours

Leaving Bhalche, you will start to ascend steadily through a forest of rhododendron to Gonga. Crossing some rivers & passing through the forest, we reach ThuloChaur, a beautiful ground in the middle of the jungle. Along the way, one can see the animals such as Himalayan monkey and a great view of Langtang mountain ranges.

Accommodation: Overnight in best available local lodge in Gonga.

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Day 4

Gonga to Rupchet/Shingla Base Camp (3600 m) Hiking Duration: 5/6 hours

After breakfast, you will trek through deep and dense rhododendron and pine forest which leads to Rupchet or Singla Base Camp through where you will have a chance to see some wild animals including the white monkey. Himalayan tahr, Gaur, Musk Deer, and many other wild animals reside in this forest. Rupchet is the base of Singla Top and from here as well you can enjoy the astonishing and panoramic view of the Himalayas. After reaching Shingle Base Camp, as always you will be finding your porters serving you already with your tent set up. After reaching your camp place have a rest.

Accommodation: Overnight in a camp in Shingla Base Camp/ Rupchet.

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Day 5

Rupchet/Shingla Base Camp to Kharka over Sing La Pass (4600 m) Hiking Duration: 7/8 hours

Today is the pretty tough day for the trek during our whole trip, as your trail will be steep, slippery and narrow so you need to walk slowly and carefully to Shingla pass. Soon you will arrive on top, the magnificent views start to open up and the pass offers a breathtaking view of Mount Ganesh Himal, Mt. Langtang, Manaslu, and many other lesser peaks. After that, the trail will take you down to the pasture land where your porter will set up a tent for you for an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Overnight in a best available local lodge in Kharka.

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Day 6

Trek to Borang (1800 m) Hiking duration: 5/6 hours

Our destination for this day is Borang. Today, you will be mostly hiking to go down steeply through land terraces and villages to Borang. Borang is a nice typical Tamang village where you can find the old native people isolated from the 21st century as this is the typical remote areas where the technology and development still need to be reached. After reaching Borang, have a rest for a while and later on, you can stroll around the village and you can interact with them.

Accommodation: Overnight in a best available local lodge in Borang.

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Day 7

Borang to Jharlang (1700 m) Hiking Duration: 5/6 hours

The trail to Jharlang will be much easier for you to hike as you will have a gradual walk through the farming terraces and land. Also, pass through the Tamang villages where mostly Tamang and Gurung people use to reside, keep on hiking for a while and soon you will reach to Jharlang.

Accommodation: Overnight in a best available local lodge in Jharlang.

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Day 8

Jharlang to Kintang Phedi (1200 m) - Hiking Duration: 6/7 hours

Today, you will be descending all the way down to the KingtangPhedi. On the way, you will pass through another small Tamang village, if you want to then you can have a short break over here to observe the lifestyle of the native people living in this village. Later in the evening, you can walk down to Khahare for a leisure walk.

Accommodation: Overnight in a best available local lodge in KintangPhedi.

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Day 9

Kintang Phedi to Jyamrung (1550 m) Hiking Duration: 6/7 hours

Today, the trail will take you through the Ankhu river and pass through numerous small towns en route. As you're already in the lower altitude, you can feel the temperature getting high and hot in the daytime. Afterwards, pass through the JyamrungDanda where you will be visiting the fort, formerly there was a royal palace in this place and it was home to the regional King. Hike from here for a while until you reach the Jyamrung.

Accommodation: Overnight in the best available local lodge in Jyamrung.

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Day 10

Jyamrung to Dhading Besi and drive back to Kathmandu (160 km), Hiking Duration: 3 hours Driving Duration: 4 hours

After breakfast and hike towards DhadingBesi, the roads to Dhadingbesi moves through unpaved roads for approximately two and a half hours. On reaching DhadingBesi, your trek concludes and from here, you will take our private vehicle heading towards Kathmandu. It can be best defined as a scenic journey due to the beautiful views of rivers, hills, terraces, forests, and villages. After reaching Kathmandu, you'll be transferred to your hotel, check-in and have rest.

Accommodation: Overnight in Yatri Suites and Spa or similar in Kathmandu.

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Includes and Excludes

	All land transportation by private vehicle.
	1-night accommodation in 4*Yatri Suites & Spa or similar in Kathmandu on breakfast basis.
	9-nights accommodation throughout the trek on camping or local lodge on room only basis.
	TIMS, Permit & all necessary permits to treks and Expeditions.
	An experienced, English-speaking and government-licensed holder trek leader.
	All Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter).
	Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment and accommodation.
	All government and local taxes.
	First aid kit.

	Food Drinks/ Beverage bills.
	Tipping (Tips).
	Travel Insurance.
	International Flights.
	Extra costs for upgrading rooms and services at hotels.
	Donation in temples, schools, monasteries etc.
	Personal Hiking gear, personal kits.
	Emergency rescue evacuation insurance of any kind.
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Extras

To enhance your experience in Nepal, we give you the possibility to add one or more extra activities to this travel package. The step of adding these is available in the "Book now" process.

Do not hesitate to check each extra activity. They can be booked also separately.

This itinerary is a guideline only and we will follow the itinerary as far as possible but due to weather conditions, health conditions, natural disasters and other unfavorable phenomenon your guide might decide to amend or skip the itinerary for your own safety. Your guide will help you at any time with providing information regarding conditions and safety during the treks.