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Hotels and teahouses
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March to May and Sep to Dec
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Private Transportation
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5,033m/16,512ft
Overview
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Hotels and teahouses
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March to May and Sep to Dec
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Private Transportation
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5,033m/16,512ft
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Hotels and teahouses
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March to May and Sep to Dec
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Private Transportation
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5,033m/16,512ft
About Langtang Valley Ganjala Pass Trek
The Langtang Valley Ganjala Pass Trek is an exciting opportunity to trek along the Langtang region and cross one of the most difficult passes in the world, the Ganja-La Pass situated at 5,122m/16,800 ft along with an excursion to Tserko Ri, an enchanting ridge standing proudly at the height of 5,000m/16,404 ft. The journey consists of the high altitude pass crossing adventure, mystical Kyanjin Gompa village tour, Helambu water, and forests area.
One of the best characteristics of the Langtang Valley Ganjala Pass Trek is the fact that it is so close to Kathmandu yet different and far from the hustle and bustle of the city with its wild Tibetan Highlander features. We are accompanied by green rhododendron and bamboo forests. In addition, majestic waterfalls and the snow-capped Himalayas throughout the journey making it more fun and beautiful. The Himalayan people offer us a prospect of observing and exploring the culture of the local people. Although the Langtang Valley Ganjala Pass trek starts with the short excursion of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu, the actual trek begins from Syabrubesi via Kyanjin Gompa across the mighty Ganja-La Pass, traversing through the villages of Tarke Gyang and Sermathang. Tamang Heritage Trail can also be explored via this trekking in Nepal.
Touching the void will take trekkers to the overall trekking via Langtang Valley Ganjala Pass trek package. You can choose this package to support the brave people of the Langtang village. Because are rebuilding after the massive destruction of the area. Your visit to this place will mean a lot for the earthquake and glacier ravaged people. These brave people of the region are bravely moving towards the normal life. Therefore, your journey will not only be the act of trip rather it would be humane act as well.
Outline Itinerary
- Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu [1,300m/4,264 ft]
- Day 02: Sightseeing and Trek Preparation in Kathmandu
- Day 03: Kathmandu – Syabrubesi [1,550m/5,100 ft]: 145 km, 7 – 8 hrs
- Day 04: Syabrubesi – Lama Hotel [2,470m/8,104 ft]: 5 – 6 hours
- Day 05: Lama Hotel – Langtang Village [3,430m/11,253 ft]: 5 – 6 hours
- Day 06: Langtang – Kyanjin Gompa [3,870m/ 12,687 ft]: 4 – 5 hours
- Day 07: Excursion to Tsergo Ri [5,033m/16,508 ft] and back to Kyanjin: 7 – 8 hrs
- Day 08: Trek to Ganja-La Phedi [4,300m/14,104 ft]: 5 – 6 hrs
- Day 09: Cross the Ganja-La Pass (5,122m/16,800 ft] to Keldang [4,250m/13,940 ft]: 6 – 7 hrs
- Day 10: Keldang – Yak Kharka [4,000m/13,120 ft]: 5 – 6 hrs
- Day 11: Yak Kharka – Tarke Gyang [2,590m/8,497 ft]: 5 – 6 hrs
- Day 12: Tarke Gyang – Sermathang [2,610m/8,563 ft]: 3 – 4 hrs
- Day 13: Sermathang – Melamchi Pul Bazaar – Kathmandu: 3 – 4 hrs; 2 hrs bus
- Day 14: Final Departure
Additional Info
Accommodations
We will provide you 3-star hotel in Kathmandu and teahouses during the trek. All accommodations are on a twin-shared basis. Single supplement can be made available with an additional payment0f $350.
Travel Insurance
It is a condition upon joining any of Touching the void’s trips that all clients be insured for comprehensive expenses that might incur due to medical issues or accidents (this includes air ambulance, helicopter rescue, and treatment costs). Please note that we don’t arrange or sell insurance.
Best Time To Travel
Autumn (mid Sept to Nov) and Spring (March to May) are the best seasons for the Langtang Valley Trek with Ganja la Pass. The weather is sunny and warm, with outstanding views but the nights are little cold.
Equipments & Packing List
This list is a guideline to help you pack for your adventure. Also understand that the items listed below will vary a little according to the season and the trek duration. Those items marked by an asterisk are provided by Touching the void inclusive in the service. The weight limit for your luggage is 33 pounds or 15 kg. Remember that your luggage will be carried by your porter but you are required to carry a day-pack (with your valuables or anything important) on your own. We also suggest that you pack only what is necessary.
Important documents and items
- Valid passport, 2 extra passport size photos, airline tickets
- Separate photocopies of passport, visa form (easily obtained at Kathmandu airport), proof of insurance
- Dollars, pounds or Euros in cash for purchasing Nepalese visa at Kathmandu airport, for paying for restaurants and hotels, for gratuities, snacks, and to purchase your own drinks and gifts
- Credit cards, Bank/ATM/Cash machine cards for withdrawing funds from cash machines (bring a photocopy of your cards), traveler’s checks, etc.
Head
- Bandana or head scarf, also useful for dusty conditions
- Warm hat that covers your ears (wool or synthetic)
- Headlamp with extra batteries and bulbs
- Sunglasses with UV protection
- Prescription sunglasses (if required)
Upper Body
- Polypropylene shirts (1 half sleeve and 2 long sleeves)
- Light and expedition weight thermal tops
- Fleece wind-stopper jacket or pullover
- Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket
- Down vest and/or jacket *
- Gore-Tex jacket with hood, waterproof and breathable
Hands
- 1 pair of lightweight poly-liner gloves.
- 1 pair of lightweight wool or fleece gloves
- 1 pair of mittens, consists of 1 Gore-Tex over mitt matched with a very warm polar-fleece mitt liner (seasonal)
Lower Body
- Non-cotton underwear briefs
- 1 pair of Hiking shorts
- 1 pair of Hiking trousers
- 1 pair of lightweight thermal bottoms (seasonal)
- 1 pair of fleece or woolen trousers
- 1 pair of waterproof shell pants, breathable fabric
Feet
- 2 pairs of thin, lightweight inner socks
- 2 pairs of heavy poly or wool socks
- 1 pair of Hiking boots with spare laces (sturdy soles, water resistant, ankle support, “broken in”)
- 1 pair of trainers or running shoes and/or sandals
- Cotton socks (optional)
- Gaiters (winter only), optional, “low” ankle high version
Sleeping
- 1 sleeping bag (good to -10 degrees C or 14 degrees F)*
- Fleece sleeping bag liner (optional)
Rucksack and Travel Bags
- 1 medium rucksack (50-70 liters/3000-4500 cubic inches, can be used for an airplane carryon)
- 1 large duffel bag *
- A small daypack/backpack for carrying your valuables, should have good shoulder padding
- Small padlocks for duffel-kit bags
- 2 large waterproof rucksack covers (optional)
Medical
- Small, personal first-aid kit. (simple and light)
- Aspirin, first-aid tape, and plasters (Band-Aids)
- 1 skin-blister repair kit
- Anti-diarrhea pills
- Anti-headache pills
- Cough and/or cold medicine
- Anti-altitude sickness pills: Diamox or Acetylzolamide
- Stomach antibiotic: Ciprofloxacin, etc. Do not bring sleeping pills as they are a respiratory depressant.
- Water purification tablets or water filter
- 1 set of earplugs
- Extra pair of prescription glasses, contact lens supplies
Practical Items
- 1 small roll of repair tape, 1 sewing-repair kit
- 1 cigarette lighter, 1 small box of matches
- 1 compass or GPS(optional)
- 1 alarm clock/watch
- 1 digital camera with extra cards and batteries
- large Ziplocs
- 2 water bottles (1 liter each)
- 1 small folding knife
- Binoculars (optional)
- 4 large, waterproof, disposable rubbish sacks
Toiletries
- 1 medium-sized quick drying towel
- Toothbrush/paste (preferably biodegradable)
- Multi-purpose soap (preferably biodegradable)
- Deodorants
- Nail clippers
- Face and body moisturizer
- Female hygiene products
- Small mirror
Personal Hygiene
- Wet wipes (baby wipes)
- Tissue /toilet roll
- Anti-bacterial hand wash
Extras/Luxuries
- Reading book
- Trail map/guide book
- Journal and pen
- iPod
- Travel game i.e. chess, backgammon, scrabble, playing cards (to help you pass the time at teahouses and/or camps)
- 1 modest swim suit
- Binoculars (optional)
- Voltage converter (from 220 to 110)
- Plug adapter (2 round pegs to 2 flat pegs)
- Lightweight pillow case (in case your teahouses provide you with pillows) or use your own stuff as a pillow