Nepal Travel Trek

Langtang Region

Across Ganjala Trek

This trek starts at Dhunche (Drive from Kathmanudu- 8 hour drive) and ends at Melamchi Bazaar. We hike following the Langtang River to the east until we reach to Kyanjing Gompa (3049m).

Kyanjing Gompa is surrounded by Mt. Langtang Lirung (7245m) on the west, Yala peak on the north, Dorje Lakpa (6966m), Urkeinmang (6387m), Loenpo Gang (6979) and Kangchenpo on the northeast. In Kyanjing Gompa There are a small Buddhist monastery and a cheese factory started in 1955 by the Swiss Association for Technical Assistance. A magnificent view of Langtang Lirung can be achieved during the pass cross.
The highest point of this trek is Ganja~La Pass (5106m). On the very pass of Ganja~La, the last few 100m trail is precarious so we use a rope for safety and the extreme care is necessary.

In Langtang, people are from Tibetan origin. Lama, Sherpa and gurung are main cast living there. Leaving the Ganja~La Pass, the trail takes to Melamchigaon and Tarkeghyang. Along the way, we meet another Sherpa town called Tarkeghyang, which bears its own story. Tarkeghyang means "100 horses" & was taken from the name of a temple established in 1727 by a Lama (Buddhist monk) who was called on by the king of Kathmandu (Kantipur) to stop an epidemic. The Lama asked for 100 horses, which he brought here, as a reward. The local temple that was rebuilt in 1969 is designed in the Bhutanese style.

Ganesh Himal Trek

Ganesh Himal located in the central region of Nepal on the northwest of Kathmandu. It is 70 km far from the capital city. This is not new area for trekking but few people visit there because of it's remoteness. Its beautiful mountains can be seen even from the Kathmandu valley. Though it is within easy access from Kathmandu. It is one of the precious areas where the simple life of the Himalayas can be still observed. The Ganesh Himal trek begins at Trisuli, a five hours drive from Kathmandu in the semitropical sun, goes up to high elevation, where a close view of Ganesh II (7163 meter) and Ganesh IV (7052metre) can be enjoyed, and descends to Syabrubenshi after crossing two passes. This trek can be start even from Dhadingbensi.  Then start to walk to the Sing La pass through Salangkhu Khola, Gonga and Balche village. This is the course without lodges for trekkers. The highest elevation is more than 4,000 meters, requiring caution for altitude sickness. 

The treks to this region are designed to introduce people to a broad spectrum of life in different Nepalese communities and varieties of beautiful scenery. People may visit base camp of the Ganesh Himal where there are twin lakes called Black and White. And twin waterfalls _ Ganga and Jamuna; bring to your heart during the trekking period. Bramhinn, Chhetri, Gurung, Tamang are main inhabitant of this route.

There are five major groups of peaks: Ganesh Himal, Langtang Himal, Manaslu, Hiunchuli and the large Annapurna Himalayan range between Kathmandu and Pokhara cities. Many trekkers recommend this route though it is not as popular as Annapurna and Everest. It is famous for Tamang Culture, spectacular mountain views and rhododendron forest. The Ganesh Himal range consists of several peaks over 7000m in elevation with uninhabited foothills running down to the south and west. No specific permit is needed to trek in Ganesh Himal area

Gosain Kunda Trek

Gosainkunda is commonly known as "Frozen Lake". Not only trekkers, but also religious pilgrims aspire to this trek at moderately high elevation (4300 m). The pilgrims have a belief that if one takes a dip into the pond, sin comes out of the body. The Langtang Gosainkunda trek is one of the most beautiful trekking in Nepal. Kund is a Nepali word, means: lake. There are 108 kunds in this area and mainly visible from the routes are Saraswati Kund, Bhairab Kund, Surya Kund and Goshaikund is the famous and most important one.

It is believed to have originated from the digging of the land by the Trishul (holy 3 pointed sword) of lord Shiva after he drank the poison from samudramanthan and desperately wanted cold water to drink to quench the overwhelming heat of the poison.It is also believed that the water from Gosaikund Lake disappears into an underground channel and comes out at Kumbheswar pool in Patan near Kathmandu.

We drive from Kathmandu to Dhunche (112 km) passing Trisuli Bazaar, which is the site of a major hydroelectric power station. From here, we walk to Sing Gompa and on to Laurebina to reach Gosaikund. As the trail climbs, there are great views of the Annapurnas, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Langtang Lirung (7,246 m.) Gangchenpo (5,846 m.), Dorje Lakpa (6,966 m.) and other peaks. The Gosaikund area contains a cluster of three lakes, Gosaikund being the largest.

 Helambu Classic Trek

This trek makes a circuit of the Helambu region through two different national parks. This region includes a typical Sherpa village where one can see lots of monasteries. The region is famous for apple production. This area suits for trekkers who look for less crowded region. The view of the landscape here is really picturesque.

Jugal Himal Trek

Jugal Himal is best known by the name "chain of peaks" situated to the northeast of Kathmandu including Dorje Lakpa (6966m), Madiya (6257m) and Phurbi Chhyachu (6637m) signifies a genuine adventure to the base of Jugal Himal. The trail follows a ridge to Bhairav Kund, a holy lake at 3500 meters. We then make a circuit around the head of the Balephi Khola Valley to Panch Pokhari ("five lakes") at 3600 meters, a seldom-visited pilgrimage site. The trek offers a lot of climbing on narrow trails. Only a few villages can be seen without any hotels. Besides, there is the scarcity of water on the ridge. Finally, the trek leads to Helambu region to end at Melamchi Bazaar.

Langtang Classic Trek

Langtang is a narrow valley bordering Tibet. A trek to the narrow Langtang valley, bordering Tibet, is a great opportunity to explore villages, climb small peaks, and visit glaciers at comfortably low elevations. The inhabitants of the area are of Tibetan origin, the majority being the Tamang tribe. Expect Tibetan cultural influence throughout the valley.

Manaslu –Larkye La

Manaslu is one of the best places for adventure trekking and the cultural site. It can be define as trekkers' paradise. It lies on the eastern side from Annapurna area between Bhudhi Gandaki and Marsyangdi River. Opened in 1992, this area offers a combination of rich cultural heritage, unsurpassed beauty and biological diversity. This is the popular trekking destination for mountain views and the ancient monasteries, other natural beauty. This area offers perfect views of the Larkya La peak, Mt. Manaslu (8,156 meter), Himalchuli, Buddha Himal and many more. And this is the excellent site to observe the Tibetan culture, people and their tradition. Tremendous Bhudhi Gandaki River, glacier green lake Birendra; which locate on the lap of the Manaslu, greenery pine forest side and rhododendron blooming in spring, monasteries, chhorten and bhuddhist flag are the jewelry of Manaslu region. Larkya La pass, Rupina La pass, Samagaon, Bhimtang, Samdo is the major attraction of this area for the visitor.

Panchpokhari Trek

It is located on the east of Kathmandu from 1400 to 4000 meter up to Panchpokhari. This area offers magnificent views of mountains, rich cultural and natural heritage, and real adventure to the trekkers. Home to Tamang and Sherpa people, have perfect scenery of Jugal himal, tranquil lakes stole your hearts in your lifetime forever.
Trekking in Panch Pokhari is recommended for 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. The trekking route passes through quite Tamang villages, hot spas, gorges and glaciers and reaches Sangjung Kharka and Khola Kharka to view Ganesh Himal V & II, Langtang Li Rung (7,225m) and Paldor etc. Ganesh Himal trekking/Trekking in Ganesh himal region offers a superb opportunity to enjoy magnificent mountains and to discover rich flora in this remote trekking region of Nepal. Between Kathmandu and Pokhara are three major groups of peaks: Ganesh Himal, Langtang, Manaslu and Himal Chuli and the large Annapurna Himal. Ganesh himal trekking 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.

Rupina La Pass

Located forty miles east of Annapurna, Manaslu (also called Kutang), the eighth highest mountain in the world, dominates the Gurkha massif.  The name Manaslu is derived from the Sanskrit word Manasa meaning "Mountain of the Spirit".

Rupina La Trek

Manaslu is one of the best places for adventure trekking and the cultural site. It can be define as trekkers' paradise. It lies on the eastern side from Annapurna area between Bhudhi Gandaki and Marsyangdi River. Opened in 1992, this area offers a combination of rich cultural heritage, unsurpassed beauty and biological diversity. This is the popular trekking destination for mountain views and the ancient monasteries, other natural beauty. This area offers perfect views of the Larkya La peak, Mt. Manaslu (8,156 meter), Himalchuli, Buddha Himal and many more. And this is the excellent site to observe the Tibetan culture, people and their tradition. Tremendous Bhudhi Gandaki River, glacier green lake Birendra; which locate on the lap of the Manaslu, greenery pine forest side and rhododendron blooming in spring, monasteries, chhorten and bhuddhist flag are the jewelry of Manaslu region. Larkya La pass, Rupina La pass, Samagaon, Bhimtang, Samdo is the major attraction of this area for the visitor.