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Ganesh Himal Trek (Ruby Valley) Mantari Sky Camp Trek - 15 Days

Ganesh Himal Trek (Ruby Valley) Mantari Sky Camp Trek - 15 Days

Name: Ganesh Himal Trek (Ruby Valley) Mantari Sky Camp Trek - 15 Days
Brand: Trekking Guide Team Adventure
Price: 1299 USD
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At a Glance

Duration15 Days

CountryNepal

Trip GradeModerate
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The moderate grade includes a one-week to fifteen-day itinerary. It can reach up to 5000 meter altitude range, but the trails will be moderate (neither easy nor tough). High altitude may affect walking speed and distance. You need to have acclimatization over 3000 meters.

Maximum AltitudeKathmandu

Group Size1+ Pax

Travel StyleTrekking

AccomodationTea House accommodation in Mountain and 3 Star hotel in Kathmandu

Best TimeMar-May, Sep-Dec

Trekking Guide Team Adventure offers Ganesh Himal Trek (Ruby Valley) Mantari Sky Camp Trek, although near to both Kathmandu and Pokhara. The Ganesh Himal Region has remained a well-kept secret to all but Nepal’s most avid trekkers.

The Ganesh Himal Trek Ruby Valley Mantari Sky Trek is an unexplored area that is concealed between the popular destinations of Langtang National Park and the Manaslu Conservation Area Project.

Wildflowers flourish, and waterfalls embellish the lush hill scenery in a land blessed with wide-ranging geographical, cultural and biological diversity. Sensational viewpoints of Ganesh Himal Trek Ruby Valley feature the sublime Himalaya to the north.

Most prominent is the Ganesh Himal Range — a family of peaks among the most attractive of the entire Himalaya. The Ganesh massif is named in honor of Hindu deity Ganesh, son of Shiva and Parvati.

Ganesh Himal Ruby Valley Trek with Sky Camp – 15 Days

The Ganesh Himal area has some excellent viewpoints that offer magnificent views of peaks and valleys. Most rewarding are the magnificent Ganga Jamuna — twin waterfalls — Kalo, Seto and Ganesh Kunda, hot spring and Tripurasundari temple. You will especially enjoy the hospitable people that inhabit the region.

The Ganesh Himal Region lies in Dhading, Gorkha, Rasuwa, and Nuwakot districts. The area is populated mainly by Tamang Gurung and Ghale to the north. There are also Brahmin, Chhetri, Dalit, Newar and Chepang at the lower elevations in the south.

Visitors are warmly welcomed by all with a friendliness that makes Nepal legendary. At least 10 separate trekking itineraries are recommended and await travelers promising unforgettable adventures.

Conclusion

Government registered trekking agencies will be happy to set up visitors with a guide and all necessities for exploring this captivating, undiscovered region.

During Ganesh Himal Trek Ruby Valley the area is easily accessed by the Prithvi Highway and Pasang Lhamu Highway along the southern fringes, connecting Kathmandu and Pokhara.

Another adventurous option is to hike in from the Tamang Heritage Trail of Rasuwa and follow the Ruby Trek. So named for the precious stones found in the area, as well as Bhalche in Nuwakot, Gorkha and Dhading Besi.

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15 Days Ganesh Himal Trek

Itinerary

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Day 01Arrival Kathmandu

Arrival at Kathmandu airport. Our airport representative will pick you up and drop to the hotel.

Day 02Kathmandu tour

After breakfast, visit historic and cultural sites like Hanuman Dhoka Durbar Square, Swayambhunath, Boudhanath and Pashupatinath.

Day 03Kathmandu - Syabrubeshi by local bus (around 7-8 hrs)

Go to Syabrubeshi. On the way, you will pass through terraced rice fields rolling down, soaring summits of the mighty Langtang, Ganesh, Shringi, Manaslu, and Annapurna. Overnight at Tea house run by Nepali families.

Day 04Syabrubeshi - Parvati Kunda

Start the day by climbing Langtang valley to a sunny pass at Bahun Danda. Then pass around ridges to the Tamang village of Gatlang. Then hike up to a scenic grassy camp just above beautiful Parvati Kunda.

Day 05Parvati Kunda - Somdang

Start the day with a steady climb to Khurpudanda pass. After enjoying lunch and inspiring high mountain views at Khurpundanda pass, we descend to the Somdang River, crossing from Rasuwa into Dhading district of Nepal.

Day 06Layover in Somdang, hike to zinc mine/Paldor peak viewpoint

Take a layover day to relax in Somdang. Or we also have the option of climbing to an abandoned zinc mine where a collection of old buildings and mining gear are found. The large shaft that had been drilled over 1 km horizontally into the mountain can also be found. From here, the trek continues up toward Paldor Peak base camp.

Day 07Somdang - Marmelung Karka

FromSomdang, we go through a trail that climbs to Pang Sang pass. After lunch, we descend afterward to our camp at Marmelung Karak.

Day 08Marmelung Karka - Tatopani Hot spring

Descend to Tipling, a large village home to two Buddhist Gompas. Later we reach Claish a village mostly populated by Gurung and Kami people. We then descend to cross the Ankhu Khola river before climbing about 40 mins to camp at the wonderful hot spring Tatopani.

Day 09Tatopani hot spring – Lapchet

We return to Ankhu Kola River before traversing up and around wooded ridges to the hillside village of Tir Gaon. The trip from here to Lapchet begins.

Day 10Lapchet - Kachet

Start the day climbing to Barmachet Danda pass which offers impressive views of Ganesh IV, III, VII & V, Paldor peak and now the distant Pang Snag pass. After lunch, we descend to our camp in remote, friendly and quiet Kachet village.

Day 11Kachet - Rigaon

Head down the trail this morning to cross the Hohang Khola River. We then climb and contour around ridges and hills sculpted with millet terraces. We stop for lunch in kichet village. We continue the trail and you can camp at the ridge of Rigaon village.

Day 12Rigaon - Pokhara Danda

Follow the trip with no trail signage to Pokhara Danda and camp there

Day 13Pokhara Danda – PhulKharka village.

The last day of Ganesh Himal Trek (Ruby Valley) offers us several choices. Those who are ready to relax and kick back can enjoy a downhill homestretch to the scenic beauty of Phulkharka village. Overnight in a local homestay, Phulkharka village.

Day 14Drive back to Kathmandu by local bus

Today we drive back to Kathmandu to the hotel to rest, clean up or treat ourselves to a spa or massage- a wonderful way to unwind!

Day 15Rest day in Kathmandu

Day 16Departure from Tribhuwan International Airport.

Cost Details

Included

Kathmandu Accommodation: 3-star hotel in Kathmandu for 4 nights.
Kathmandu Sightseeing: Kathmandu Valley sightseeing by private car with an English-speaking tour guide.
Meals: Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner throughout the trip, featuring traditional Nepali cuisine.
Accommodation During the Trip: Accommodation in tented camps, homestays, and tea houses run by Nepalese families.
Airport Pick-up & Drop-off: Airport–Hotel–Airport transfers by private car.
Private Transportation: All private transportation as per the itinerary.
Guide & Porter: One experienced English-speaking guide and one porter for every two trekkers.
First Aid Kit: Comprehensive first aid medical kit.
Sleeping Bags: Sleeping bags for use during the trek.
Traditional Nepali Cultural Dinner: Farewell dinner with a traditional Nepali cultural program.

Excluded

Nepal Visa Fee: Nepal visa fee (payable upon arrival).
Personal Travel Insurance: Personal travel insurance for Nepal is not included.
Drinks: All beverages, including mineral water, beer, Coca-Cola, hot water, and other bar bills.
Personal Expenses: Personal expenses and personal hygiene items.
Phone, Laundry & Internet: Telephone calls, laundry service, and internet charges.
Lunch & Dinner in Kathmandu: Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu are not included.
Kathmandu Sightseeing Entrance Fees: Entrance fees for sightseeing in the Kathmandu Valley.
Hot Shower & Laundry: Hot shower facilities and laundry services during the trek.
Wi-Fi, Internet & Battery Charging: Charges for Wi-Fi, internet access, phone calls, and battery charging.