Tour Info:
Ruby Valley and Ganesh Himal Trek
Operation Head:
RAISHA SIMKHADA
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Overview
Want to experience the remote area trekking of Nepal's Himalayas, but don't have enough time? Then this Ganesh Himal- Gorkha Trek could be for you, with dramatic nature passing through a number of unspoiled villages, unbelievable culture and magnificent mountain view.
Ganesh Himal- Gorkha trek and Ruby Valley trek, which we call nature trek, lies on the central region of Nepal and Northern side of Kathmandu. This treks offer breathtaking views, pristine natural splendor, and the opportunity to interact with numerous ethnic groups.
Route to Ruby Valley and Ganesh Himal Trek
The trek begins after driving to Syabrubensi from Katmandu. It crosses foothills and lowland terraces through higher elevated ethnic Tamang villages.
The hike offers magnificent views over the Himalayan Ganesh, Langtang, Buddha Himal, Juncku and other Central Himalayan peaks along the trail.
The Pangsang Pass is at 3850 m, the highest elevation in this trek. This pass is also one of the best points of view on the hike. Ganesh Himal Trek and Ruby Valley is a fully homestay trek. The trip ends when you return to your hotel in Kathmandu.
Highlights of Ruby Valley and Ganesh Himal Trek
- Guided sightseeing tour of Kathmandu city
- Scenic drive to Betrawati
- Magnificient Ganesh Himal Range, Manasalu Range
- Can see real nepali lifestyle and culture
- Tradirional Gatlang village
- Natural hotspring in Chalish
Outline Itinerary ( 14 Days )
Day 1 : Arrival in Kathmandu airport and transfer to Hotel
Arrive in Kathmandu at any time. Upon your arrival, representative will be picked up from airport then you will be transferred to a hotel for check in. Overnight stay at Himalayan Suite hotel. (B)
Accommodation: Himalayan Suite HotelMeal: DinnerActivity: Orientation Program
Day 2 : Full day Kathmandu Sightseeing tour
Kathmandu sightseeing (Swoyambunath Stupa, Pashupati Nath Temple, Bouddhanath and Patan Durbar Square). Overnight at Himalayan Suite Hotel. (B)
Accommodation: Himalayan Suite HotelMeal: BreakfastActivity: Kathmandu Sightseeing Tour
Day 3 : Kathmandu to ShyabruBesi 1503M ,8-9 hrs drive
Taking local bus early in the morning or a private four wheel drive journey from Kathmandu reaches Shyabru Besi, gateway to the Langtang Valley at the confluence of the Bhote Kosi and Langtang Rivers. Mesmerizing scenic driving and passing through Trisuli Bazaar, Ramche Gaon and Dhunche Bazaar makes you full of fun driving. Narrow and bit adventurous zig zags road but amazing landscape along the way driving will make you good start day drive of the trek. Overnigth at Guest House (B.L.D)
Accommodation: Guest HouseMeal: Breakfast, Lunch and DinnerActivity: Drive 8-9 hrsAltitude: 1503m
Day 4 : Shyabru Besi to Chawatar (lunch) to Gatlang 2337M, 5- 6 hrs hike
A dirt track zig-zags to the west up to Bahun Danda Pass and then down to the Tamang settlement of Gatlang, a cornerstone village on the Tamang Heritage Trail or hike to Gatlang by way of Chawatar. Gatlang is a Tamang village with unique customs and craftsmanship in a magnificent setting. Above lies Parvati Kund, popular during Janai Purnima when thousands of pilgrims are attracted to the sacred pond and nearby temple. Overnight at Guest House (B.L.D)
Accommodation: Guest houseMeal: Breakfast, Lunch and DinnerActivity: Trek 5-6 HoursAltitude: 2337m
Day 5 : Gatlang to Parvati Kunda, Yuri Kharka (lunch) to Somdang 6-7 hrs
The trail ascends through pine and rhododendron forest to a lunch point of Yuri Kharka before continuing to Khurphu Bhanjyang and then dropping down to the Somdang River, border between Rasuwaa and Dhading districts. A sprawling mining compound, no longer functioning but seem locals appealing government to revive it, lies a few hours to the north upriver. The hike passes through a scenic valley featuring the 200 m Chukarma Waterfall. The former mine leaves a lot be explored and is the site of a 1.4 km tunnel bored into the mountain to extract zinc, copper, tin, crystal and even highly-prized rubies. Overnight at Family House (B.L.D)
Accommodation: Family HouseMeal: Breakfast, Lunch and DinnerActivity: Trek 6-7 HoursAltitude: 3271m
Day 6 : Somdang to Pangsang (aka, Pangsang) Pass (La) 3842M, 3 ½ hrs
Pangsang Kharka is a viewpoint southwest of Somdang village with a broad panorama of the surrounding terrain. To the north are the soaring peaks of Manaslu and the Ganesh Himal Range. The large meadow is graced with a giant entry gateway and is a sensational location for camping and taking in the breathtaking scenery. The whole Ganesh Himal region is blessed with abundant herbal plants. Previously, herbs were taken to Tibet along an ancient trade route and exchanged for salt, livestock, wool and turquoise. This hill/danda/pass is known as one of the most beautiful and the best magnificent mountain views point almost in 270 degrees Langtang ragnes, Ganesh Himal ranges, Manaslu ranges and bit of Annapurna ranges mountain view point. So far tea house has not developed yet so highly recommended to have own tent however local yak hut can be used as a service shelter can be used for a night but again dry fruits/food is recommended for a night. Overnight at Family House (B.L.D)
Accommodation: Family HouseMeal: Breakfast, Lunch and DinnerActivity: Trek 5-6 HoursAltitude: 3842m
Day 7 : Pangsang Pass to Tipling (lunch) – Shertung /Chalish 1875M, 5-6 hrs
Descend to Tipling, a large village that hosts two Buddhist gombas and both a Protestant and Catholic church. Along a ridge top to the east is a gomba and cremation ground for both Buddhists and Christians lined with colorful flags. Descend to cross the Adha Khola on a box bridge and ascend to the sister villages of Shertung and Chalish, regally overlooking the fertile river valley and abundant fields. Shertung is inhabited mainly by Tamang. The name Shertung means 'place of gold'. According to a legend , two brothers in search of gold were led here by a dream and thus the settlement was born. Chalish is inhabited primarily by Gurung, Ghale and Kami. There used to be Newar people too but they have migrated to Kathmandu city. Overnight at Family House (B.L.D)
Accommodation: Family HouseMeal: Breakfast, Lunch and DinnerActivity: Trek 5-6 HoursAltitude: 1875m
Day 8 : Chalish to Hindung lunch and Neber Gaon 2220m , 6 hrs
After breakfast say goodbye to locals and trek down to Khar Khola and then trek gently up to Pasabar danda taking about an hour walk. View of Tribeni river (mixed of three rivers and Hindus and both Buddhist believe as a holy river site) just down in the valley where Lord Shiva's statue with little one stoned shrine has built. Specially in Makarsankranti festival local gather and celebrate singing, dancing and meeting friends and relatives as well as neighbors village kith and ken. From Pasabar danda trek gently uphill hill and reach at Kalbarang (just the small kharka name but no village at all) trek continue to hill edge walk and dense jungle ( there is a chance rock fall from top of the hill due to inhabitant of wildlife so careful walking with your trek guide or helper is highly recommended) and finally reach at Hindung village where huge number of Tamang people live. It is a Tamang village of around 550 inhabitants. Crystals and rubies are harvested in areas to the north and yarsagumba is hunted, too, in the surrounding highlands. Take lunch in Hindung and trek down to Hindung Khola and then trek uphill to Neber Gaon walking about 2 ½ hours. Over night at Family House (B.L.D).
Accommodation: Family HouseMeal: Breakfast, Lunch and DinnerActivity: Trek 5-6 HoursAltitude: 2220m
Day 9 : Neber to hot springs to Kupchyat 2066m/ 5 hrs
Trek down hill to Tatopani (hot srpings0 where enjoy your half day bath and then the trail onward follows stone steps built by Kadoorie Agri Aid Association and British Gurkhas of Nepal. Both organizations are active in this area and responsible for building many water taps, bridges and improved trails. Pass through Tir on the way to welcoming Racyat and Kapur villages. Finally arrive in Kupchyat village .Overnight at Family House (B L D)
Accommodation: Family HouseMeal: Breakfast, Lunch and DinnerActivity: Trek 5-6 HoursAltitude: 2066m
Day 10 : Kupchyat to Khading – Lapa Gaon 2025m/ 6660 Ft 4-5 hrs
Trek to Khading village where you will see the big community of Gurung people having their own beautiful culture. While you will be waiting your lunch explore Khading gaon and after lunch trek down to Lapa Gaon which is a big Tamang village of the area where you will enjoy having Tamang culture.Overnight at Family House (B L D)
Accommodation: ChawatarMeal: Breakfast, Lunch and DinnerActivity: Trek 4-5 HoursAltitude: 2025m
Day 11 : Lapa Gaon – Borang (lunch) - Jharlang (Ungul) 3000M, 5-6 hrs
After breakfast trek down to Ankhu khola having its beautiful water fall and then trek continue bit uphill to Borang village where stop for lunch and then trek continue to to Ukhum for lunch. After lunch trek continue to Lishne jungle, cross suspension bridge, passing through Chhapchyat village you finally get to Jharlang village (Ungul). One of the best and panoramic mountain view point of the area. This is Tamang village and belongs nearly 200 houses. Overnight at Family House (B L D)
Accommodation: Family HouseMeal: Breakfast, Lunch and DinnerActivity: Trek 5-6 HoursAltitude: 3000m
Day 12 : Jharlang (Ungul) – Kuri lunch – Khaniyabas 1785m/ 7-8 hrs
Take breakfast at the same place and trek all the way down Jharlang Pahiro (Jharlang landslide) where takes about an hour to cross. It used to be dangerous but not only seasonal specially in monsoon you have to be very careful and in both season cross this landslide with your experience local trek guide porter. Continue trek don hill to Dungre Khola about 1 ½ hours down hill walking. cross suspension bridge and uphill walking about 2 ½ hours to get to Kuri Village. This is also a Tamang village lies right on the top of the hill from where you will see the beautiful surrounding landscape. There is no village or tea shops in between camp point to Kuri village so some snacks or dry fruits will be very useful to carry with you. A bottle of boiled water will be very useful. From the river uphill walking will be in the thick jungle so local guide or experience trek guide is highly recommended. After lunch trek continued having mesmerizing surrounding landscape, Brichet village and finally arrive at Khaniyabas Village which is known from the its VDC Satya Devi. Its about 2 ½ hours walk from lunch spot and Satya Devi has several local lodge/tea shops for local and trekkers. On the clear weather day you will have the best and breath taking sun set views. Ankhu river views and Todke hill in horizon gives you magnificent landscape. Tamang, Bhramin and Dalit people live in Khaniyabas. On the clear weather day Mt. Manaslu and Ganesh Himal ranges will be viewed in panaromic way. Overnight at Family House (B L D)
Accommodation: ChawatarMeal: Breakfast, Lunch and DinnerActivity: Trek 7-8 HoursAltitude: 1875m
Day 13 : Khaniyabas to Kathmandu via Dhading Bensi/ 6-7 hrs drive
After breakfast drive back to Dhadning besi via off road enjoing scenic drive and after Lunch back to Kathmandu and enjoy spa (Sauna, Steam, Jacuzzi ). Overnight at Himalayan Suite Hotel (B)
Accommodation: Himalayan Suite HotelMeal: BreakfastActivity: 6-7hrs
Day 14 : International Departure or join other trip
After breakfast transfer to airpoirt for your Departure or join other trip
Meal: Breakfast
| Include |
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| Airport pick up and drop |
| Three star catagory hotel in Kathmandu( Himalayan Suite Hotel or similar category) in twin sharing bed and breakfast basis |
| Fooding, lodging, insurance and other expenses of trekking crew |
| All meals (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner ) and lodging for the clients in trek days |
| Guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu |
| Necessary equipments ( Jackets sleeping bag and trekking pole) during the trek. |
| Necessary permits for the trek (TIMS Card and National park fee) |
| Transportation by sharing jeep or bus (KTM-Sebubensi-Khaniyabas-KTM) |
| Thirty minute special massage in Himalayan Suite Spa |
| Exclude |
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| Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu. (Meal costs about 5$ - 8$ dollar per item depending on the place where you eat) |
| Personal equipment and clothing |
| International flight ticket (We can help you to book) |
| Your travel insurance (Compulsory) |
| City sightseeing monuments entrance fee (NPR 250+400+1000+1000) |
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