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Ganesh Himal Base Camp trek with Somdang - 15 days
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The Ganesh Himal is named after the
elephant-headed God of Good Fortune. 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 the "Great Himalayan Chain" forming the
skyline. This great Himalayan massif is
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.
Trekking in Ganesh himal region is enriched with
its rich Flora: the impressive display of
berberis, primula, orchids and a variety of
Ferns, the valleys set ablaze by yellow blossoms
of double Jasmine, the forest dense with Spanish
oak, blue pine, and in spring time blossoming of
the rhododendron set whole forest alight in
spectacular arrays of color. Another feature
includes the abundance of crystals which is
regarded valuable and precious stone. The
trekking route passes through quite Tamang
villages, hot spas, gorges and glaciers and
magnificent sceneries. Ganesh Himal Trekking can
be organized only camping. Moreover, you can
visit zinc mines at Somdang.
Facts of the Trek
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Duration: 15 Days
Trek type: Camping
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Minimum Pax: 1 +
Mode of travel: land
Grade: Strenuous
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Itinerary in Detail
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Day: 01 |
Drive from Kathmandu to Syabru Besi which takes
about nine hours. You head north out of
Kathmandu driving through scenic foothills and
ridgeline vistas to Syabru Besi passing through
Dhunche. While passing along the road at the
bank of Trishuli river you catch a glimpse of
Ganesh Himal, terraces and green hills. As you
pass through Dhunche you feel as if you are
heading towards deep land. At the same time, you
notice that the road is still under
construction.
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Day: 02 |
Trek from Syabrubesi to Gatlang (2238m.) via
Goljung and it takes about six hours.
While trekking you experience of the Tamang
culture. You can see scenery from view point.
This day you walk through village. The cultural
show at Goljung and Gatlang makes your trekking
a memorable one. Gatlang set high on a hillside
among terraced fields is a Tamang settlement.
One can visit a Tamang monastery and beautiful
Parvatikunda Lake at Gatlang.
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Day: 03 |
Trek from Gatlang to Somdang (3500m.) which
takes about five hours.
You walk along the graveled but motor able road.
Though regular transport is not available till
now. While trekking, you can enjoy the
spectacular mountain views of Langtang Himal
ranges, Ganesh Himal, Paldor peak and many other
unnamed mountain and peaks. You pass some Tamang
villages where you can have a close observation
of their culture and tradition. Somdang is a
Tamang village. There you find zinc mines.
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Day: 04 |
Trek from Somdang to Pansang Bhanjyang (3850m.)
via Paldor Bhanjyang (3600m.) and it takes about
seven hours.
You walk along the trail which moves through
villages, forests and terraces. On the way you
can enjoy beautiful views of green hills.
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Day: 05 |
Trek from Pangsang Bhanjyang to Chalise that
takes about seven hours.
The trails you follow is quite descent at first
and then it climbs up for some distance. En
route, you cross forests covered with bamboo,
pine, rhododendron and waterfalls. Tipling is
the first village you encounter on this route.
It is a big Tamang village which is rich in
mixed culture and has chorten and church. The
houses are made of wood, tin and stones. People
living here have their distinct life style and
they are involved in making goods from bamboo
sticks. You can see farming terraces where
farmers grow potatoes, wheat, barley, buck
wheat, maize and green vegetables. Now you have
to climb down steeply until you cross a
suspension bridge over Gorkhen Khola (stream).
After you cross, the trails go uphill upto
Sertung Chalise. It is also a Gurung village.
People of this area welcome the trekkers with
their local culture.
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Day: 06 |
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.
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Day: 07 |
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.
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Day: 08 |
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.
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Day: 09 |
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.
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Day: 10 |
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.
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Day: 11 |
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.
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Day: 12 |
Trek from Sertung or Chalise to Jharlang which
takes approximately eight hours.
The early part of your trails is gently up until
you arrive at small ridge. From here, you can
enjoy spectacular view of Ganesh Himal , farming
terraces, waterfall and several villages at a
distance. Now you climb down the ridge and cross
farming terraces and local villages. After you
take lunch at Borang, your trails turn downhill
and uphill respectively to Jharlang. It can be
best described as Tamang village with its mixed
culture.
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Day: 13 |
Trek from Jharlang to Darkha and it takes about
seven hours.
Crossing landslide nearby Jharlang, you begin
your trek through ascent path with views of
Ganesh Himal, Manaslu, jungle, waterfall,
farming terraces and villages. Darkha is the
first Brahmin village on this trek. From here
you can enjoy the view of Aankhu stream at some
distance.
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Day: 14 |
Trek from Darkhu to Khahare Bazaar that takes
about seven hours.
The early part of your trek is descent upto
Darkha phedi and your route moves along the
river bank until you reach Khahare. There is a
big market at Khahare Bazaar with lodges, tea
shops, big school and other important buildings.
This place is famous for magnificent views of
farming terraces.
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Day: 15 |
Drive from Khahare Bazaar to Kathmandu by bus
which takes approximately eight hours.
The road till Dhadingbesi moves through unpaved
road and then you drive along the well paved
road until you reach Kathmandu. It can be best
defined as scenic journey due to the beautiful
views of rivers, hills, terraces, forests and
villages.
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Services
Includes
National Park entry permit, Trekking permit,
Land transportation to and fro, Accommodation in
lodges during the trek, Food: three meals a day,
A guide & required number of porter(s),
Essential equipment.
Services
Excludes
Personal expenses, Insurance, Tips, Emergency
evacuation by Helicopter, Alternative
transportation in case of heavy rain, landslide,
strike, road blockade etc.
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