Ganja La Pass Trek: Langtang Region of Nepal
Ganja La Pass Trek can be regarded as a challenging trek in Langtang region of Nepal in comparison to the other trekking packages to the same region. It takes you along the magnificent valley of Langtang and lets you rejoice the natural elegance that the wild mountains and glaciers possess.
Furthermore, it takes you to Ganjala pass, which is the highest (5,122 meters) and the most rewarding point of this trekking journey. Ascending up to the pass is quite challenging, therefore, if you seek for adventure; a bit more than just a normal trek, then Langtang valley with Ganja La pass Trek is probably the one for you! As you cross the pass, you will be rewarded with the splendid views of Langtang lirung and other neighboring peaks.
The trail we do follow for Ganja La Pass Trek
Your journey starts from Syabrubensi. It is a small village in Langtang region which can be reached after around eight hours drive from Kathmandu city. From the village, we pass some villages and walk through dense forests of oak, pine, and rhododendron to Lama Hotel. We continue our trek through a forested area until Langtang village. As we march towards the village, the views of the mountains comes to our site.
Admiring the glory of mountains and wild landscape, we spend a day exploring the Langtang village. We visit Kyangjin Gompa and walk up to the Tserko Ri for stunning views of the valley along with mountains surrounding it. Further, we head towards Ganja La Phedi and cross the pass which is a challenging task of the trek. Though challenging, the views from the pass are worth it. Leaving the pass, we descend down through pastures and pass villages like Tarke Gyang and Sermathang to Melamchi Pul bazaar.
Nepal Intrepid Treks assists you throughout the journey. Ganja La passes Trek is an awesome combo of mountains, glaciers, passes, wild landscapes, forests, rivers, lakes, and waterfalls. It allows us to walk through Langtang National Park which a home to many rare species of birds and animals. The red panda is the major attraction of this place. Ganja La Pass Trek also allows us to mingle with locals and visit monasteries on the way which will enlighten us on the unique culture and custom practiced in that area.
Outline Itinerary
- Day 01: Arrived to Kathmandu
- Day 02: Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley
- Day 03: Drive to Syabru Besi
- Day 04: Trek to Lama Hotel
- Day 05: Trek to Lantang village
- Day 06: Trek to Kyangjin Ri and back to Kyangjin Gompa
- Day 07: Hike to Chokari Ri
- Day 08: Trek to Ganja La phedi
- Day 09: Cross Ganjala Pass and trek to Keldang
- Day 10: Trek to Yak Kharka
- Day 11: Trek to Tarkeghyang
- Day 12: Trek to Shermathang
- Day 13: Trek to Melamchi pul bazaar to Kathmandu
- Day 14: Farewell
