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Ganesh Himal Base Camp Trek

Trip Facts: Activities : 16 day Trekking, 4 nights in Kathmandu with one full city sightseeing tour.

Start/End: Kathmandu

Destination : Ganesh Himal, Singla Pass

Trip Duration : 19 days

Max. Altitude : 4750 meters

Group Size : Min. 1 / Max.20

Best Season : February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November & December.

Trip Grade :

Daily walking Hour: Approx. 4-6
The Ganesh Himal is named after the elephant-headed God of Good Gortune. The Ganesh Himal can clearly be seen from Kathmandu Valley. The Ganesh Range Peaks, (Ganesh I, Ganesh II, Ganesh III, Ganesh IV) stand out like crystal, that is "Great Himalayan Chain" forming the skyline. This great Himalayan massifis contained between the valley of the Buri Gandaki in the west and Bhote Koshi in the east, which becomes Trishuli Khola in the lower section.

There are three major groups of peaks between Kathmandu and Pokhara such as Ganesh Himal, Langtang and Manaslu including Annapurna range. This trek is ideal for those wanting to escape from the more popular regions of Annapurna and Everest. It is famous for unspoiled Tamang culture, spectacular views of mountains and colorful rhododendron forest. It also begins conveniently close to Kathmandu.

During the trip to Ganesh Himal, you can observe the different ways of life culture and able to contact with rural people in the small villages. During the period of your trek you will see the method of living of those rural people in Nepal. Milestone and a kind of wooden machine for hustling rice millet and corn are the significant glamour of the village. You will cross through the 4400m high Sing-La pass offers an excellent view of the massif Ganesh Himal, Langtang Himal, Mt. Manaslu and Annapurna etc. No more tourists are the peculiarity of this region. It might be possible you can't see any foreigner even any modern Nepalese other than local people. You will see 65 percent people are Tamang (semi Mongolian) and rests of them are others. This is why the Ganesh Himal Trekking is known as Tamang cultural Tour.

Itinerary Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.

Day 02: Full day Sightseeing around Kathmandu valley

Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Samari Bhanjyang(1250m.) via Trishuli Bazaar (540m.) by bus.
Depart Kathmandu early morning for the 7-hours drive to the hill town of Sole Bazaar Today you trace the route taken by Prithvi Narayan Shah on his invasion march to Kathmandu over two centuries ago. Prithvi Narayan Shah is considered the founding father of modern Nepal, being the first person to assemble all the territories of the present country of Nepal under one ruler. En route you pass through Trisuli Bazaar, a small town that was once the hub for trekking in this region and is home to a small but interesting traditional bazaar. From here you travel through gravel road until you reach Samari Bhanjyang and this is picturesque drive as you can see the beautiful scenery of rice terraces, small gorges and green hills. Samari Bhanjyang is a small town and it was a trading place in the past.

Day 04: Trek from Samari Bhanjyang to Katunje Bazaar (765m.) which takes about six and half hours.
In the beginning you trek along gradual descent path and then your trail turns uphill. Finally you trek through flat land to reach your destination. En route you pass different villages, forests covered with pine and rhododendron, farming terraces, small streams and numerous green hills. There is a small market in Katunje and you can have first glimpse of Ganesh Himal from here.

Day 05: Trek from Katunje Bazaar to Kintang Phedi (655m.) and it takes about five and half hours.
In the beginning the trail goes downhill till Lapang Besi. Now you walk along the river bank until you reach Kintang Phedi. En route you pass several traditional villages, farming terraces, fishing spot and beautiful green hills. Kintang Phedi lies at the bank of Netrawati or Ankhu Khola (stream). There are few typical houses, shops with minimal supply and terraces where local people grow potatoes and other food grains.

Day 06: Trek from Kintang Phedi to Jharlang (1500m.) and it takes about six hours.
All the way you trek gradual ascent path passing through several villages, farming terraces and green hills. These villages are predominated by Tamang, Brahmin and Chhetris respectively. Maize, millet, rice, wheat, buck wheat and green vegetable are their staple food. Jharlang is a Tamang village. You find a government school and numerous typical houses. The main occupation of the locals is agriculture.

Day 07: Trek from Jharlang to Chalise (2000m.) which takes about six hours.
You trek quite ascent path and then the trail moves through leveled path towards the ending point. While trekking you pass many Tamang villages, Borang and Shertum among the famous Tamang villages. There are schools, health post, chortens and mani walls in these Tamang villages. The main occupations of the people are farming. The scenic beauties you can glance are of green hills, terraces and villages at far distance.

Day 08: Trek from Chalise to Hindung which takes about five hours.
The early part of the trail goes downhill up to Menchet Khola (stream) and crossing this stream you trek steep up and then gradual up to reach Hindung. This day you pass small Tamang villages, small forests, farming terraces and green hills. Hindung is a pretty big village mainly inhabited by Tamang. The main occupation is farming and the farmers grow potatoes, millet, barley, maize, beans and other vegetables. You find mani walls and prayer flags in some part of the villages. One thing to be noticed is that it is the last village you pass while trekking to Ganesh Himal Base Camp.

Day 09: Trek from Hindung to Rajgang Kharka and it takes about five and half hours.
After leaving Hindung you will rarely find terraces. The route up to Rajgang Kharka is ascent and flat as well. You walk along the trail covered with forests of rhododendron and local vegetation. These forests are the nestling place of various species of birds and wild animals. Rajgang Kharka is surrounded by beautiful forests and it mainly grassland. Except winter season the local people bring domestic animals especially sheep for grazing.

Day 10: Trek from Rajgang Kharka to Kalo Seto Kunda (Black and White Lake) Ganesh Himal Base Camp which takes about six hours.
The trail is narrow and moves mostly uphill and leveled path somewhere. You walk along the trail covered with forests for few hours. Towards the ending the trail moves along the land where you rarely find any trees. You find alpine grass here due to high altitude. At Kalo Seto Kunda there are two lakes of holy significance. The surface of Kalo or Black Lake is covered with black stones. On the contrary the surface of Seto Kunda or White Lake is covered with white shinning stones. During winter season these lakes are frozen.

Day 11: Rest day at the Base Camp. You can have an excursion in and around Kalo Seto Kunda (Black and White Lake).
From here you can enjoy the majestic views of Ganesh Himal, Paldor Himal and many others.

Day 12: Trek from Ganesh Himal Base Camp to Rajgang Kharka and it takes about six hours.
You trek along the descent and narrow path where you find alpine grass on both sides.

Day 13: Trek from Rajgang Kharka to Chalise (2000m.) which takes about six hours.
The trail moves down hill all the way to Chalise. While trekking you pass forests till Hindung and crossing it you find few Tamang villages.

Day 14: Trek from Chalise to Laba Besi (1500m.) and it takes about six hours.
You trek downhill all the way to Laba Besi. This day you pass pine forests, Tamang villages, farming terraces, green hills and villages at far distance. Laba Besi lies at the bank of Ankhu and Laba Kholar.

Day 15: Trek from Laba Besi to Manyang Bhanjyang (2934m.) and it takes about five hours.
This day you trek through beautiful rhododendron and pine forests. These forests are the home of various species of birds and wild animals. The trail moves up hill all the way to manyang Bhanjyang. From here you can see the first glimpse of Ganesh Himal. While trekking you pass Khading village mainly resided by Tamang and Gurung. The main crop is potato here. Manyang Bhanjyang is a ridge and you find forests and grass land here. This is a perfect place for camping as your camping site is surrounded by rhododendron and oak forests.

Day 16: Trek from Manyang Bhanjyang to Majhgaun (2200m.) and which takes approximately six hours.
To reach Majhgaun you have to trek along gradual descent path and after some time steep descent path but again you move downward toward the ending point. On the way you pass forests of rhododendron and oak, villages, farming terraces and green hills. This day you are quite captivated by the clear views of Manaslu range, Buddha peak on a clear weather and other unnamed mountains and peaks. As you enter Majhgaun you will find local people being engaged in farming but it is reported that some people have migrated either to foreign country or Kathmandu.

Day 17: Trek from Majhgaun to Budathum and it takes about five hours.
You walk along the trail dominated with villages, forests, streams and terraces. This day you can enjoy the scenic beauty of green hills. Budathum is a small town with local old market. This village is pre dominated by Newar community. From here you can enjoy the spectacular views of Manaslu range at far distance.

Day 18: Trek from Budathum to Arughat Bazaar (500m.) which takes about two hours.
On the same day you drive back to Kathmandu. To reach Arughat Bazaar you trek descent path and then through leveled route. On the way, you pass few streams, villages, farming terraces, small forests. Most of the route moves along the river bank of Budhi Gandaki. Aarughat Bazzar covers small area with an old market. Here you find shops with minimal supply,motor able road, high school, health post, typical tea houses, small lodges and it lies at the bank of Budhi Gandaki river. Here the route to Manaslu trekking meets.

You board vehicle at Arughat Bazaar to reach Kathmandu. This is one of the picturesque journeys. While driving, you head up to Dhading Besi and Malekhu and Malekhu is famous for delicious fish. En route, you could enjoy the mountain views, green sceneries, rice terrace fields, vegetable fields and people being engaged in their daily life activities. From Naubishe you climb up to Thankot, the gateway to capital city.

Day 19: Drive to airport for flying your own destination

Note: It is possible to combine with some other activities such as white water rafting and wildlife safari. The itinerary can be customized according to your duration of holiday.

Service Includes

• All meals (B/L/D) during the trekking period
• Accommodation (Tented Camp) during the trekking period
• National park permit
• English speaking guide
• Well trained cook (specialist of continental and nepali food).
• Highly experienced staffs
• Staffs food, clothing & salary
• Staffs insurance
• All necessary grounded transportation
• Medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).
• Airport picks up & drops
• Arrangement of Emergency Helicopter service which will be paid by your Travel insurance company.
• TIMS Card (Trekker's Information Management System)
• All Local / Government Taxes
  

Service Excludes

• Personal nature expenses
• Bar bill and all kind of drinks
• Rescue & Evacuation
• Gratitude (tip) for staff

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