Destination: Nepal
Meals: Full Board Meal on Trekking, Breakfast in Kathmandu
Transportation: Private Vehicle/Tourist Bus
Accommodation: Hotel in Kathmandu and Guest House on Trek
Show AllConsidered as one of the most challenging trekking trail of the Langtang region Lantang ganja la pass trekking offers a perfect package of thrill and adventure with the majestic views of snow capped mountains, green and lush vegetation, beautiful valleys and panoramic Helambu for the nature lovers and adventure seekers.
Beginning from Syabru besi village, which can be reached from Katmandu by 120km motor road, the trail passes through the alpine forests, high altitude pasturelands, green valleys and traditional villages. Kyangin Gompa situated at the height of 3800m serves as the point for acclimatization. The views of Langtang Li rung and Himalayas of Tibet, including Shisha Pangma lyig at the north side of the pass are amazing. Ganja La Chuli also known as Naya kang lying in the western side is outstanding in itself. After reaching the pass, the descent leading to beautiful Helambu region is steep and dangerous and requires good equipments and experienced guides.
Lantang ganja la pass trekking is a perfect destination for those who are searching for a wild an adventurous experience. Passing through the wild track, steep descents, thick forests, large glaciers and green valley this track is sure going to be the life time journey for the trekkers passing through this route.
Day 01Arrival in Kathmandu airport (TIA) (1345meters).Our Airport Representative will come to pick up you and transferred to hotel by private tourist vehicle. Overnight at hotel.BB
Day 02Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing Tour and Preparation for Trekking.Sightseeing of world heritage sites in Kathmandu valley including, Kathmandu Darbar square, Swayambhunath Temple, Boudhanath .Overnight at Hotel.BB.
Day 03Drive to Syabru Bensi (1462 meters) by bus/jeep. 7 hrsAfter Breakfast your Trekking Guide will comes to pick up you and Drive to Syabru Bensi from Kathmandu which takes about seven hours by bus/jeep. 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 Trisuli 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. Overnight at guesthouse, inclusive of full board meals
Day 04Trek to Lama Hotel (2500 meters) 5 hrsToday, the first part of the trail crosses through Bhote Koshi and follows the Langtang Khola. This trail is gradually climbs to Bamboo passing through the Landslide area. Afterwards, your trek ascends gently to Ramche (2400meters) through Bamboo (1960meters) which lies at the bank of Langtang Khola. You can have lunch at this place if you like. And at the end your trail is level to the Lama Hotel. En route you could see red pandas, monkeys and bears if you’re lucky. Overnight at guesthouse, inclusive full board meals.
Day 05Trek to Langtang Village (3307 meters) 5 hrsThe trek route follows Gumanechok, Ghoda Tabela literally it means the Horse Stable. After this the trail is slightly gradual and beautiful in the valley with the grazing Yaks. Langtang village is one of the very local and old villages along this trekking route and the view from here is more spectacular. Overnight at guesthouse, inclusive full board meals
Day 06Trek to Kyangjuma Gompa (3798 meters) 4 hrsToday is a shorter walk but enough for acclimatization. The surroundings are interesting also because of the famous Cheese factory. This beautiful valley in the lap of the Langtang Lirung and other around. A place to explore the valley and lots of small peaks to climb. Overnight at guesthouse, inclusive full board meals
Day 07Kyangjuma Gompa Exploration and climb Chorkari RiToday is a day to rest and explore the area. You can visit the monastery and the cheese factory, walk up the moraine to see the spectacular ice faces and ascend at Chorkari Ri (5050 meters) which is highest point of this trek, directly behind the village, for a breath-taking panorama of the Langtang peak. Overnight at guesthouse, inclusive full board meals.
Day 08Trek back to Lama Hotel 5 hrs.Overnight at Guesthouse.The beginning of the trail gently descents to the Landslide which then goes steeply up to Thulo Syabru. En route you could see red pandas, monkeys and various species of birds. Thulo Syabru is a wonderful village. From where you can enjoy the amazing land feature and the magnificent nature with splendid views of Ganesh Himal (7110meters), Langtang Himal and its ranges. Overnight at guesthouse, inclusive full board meals.
Day 09Trek to Thulo Syabru (2250 Meters) 5 hrsThe beginning of the trail gently descents to the Landslide which then goes steeply up to Thulo Syabru. En route you could see red pandas, monkeys and various species of birds. Thulo Syabru is a wonderful village. From where you can enjoy the amazing land feature and the magnificent nature with splendid views of Ganesh Himal (7110meters), Langtang Himal and its ranges. Overnight at guesthouse, inclusive full board meals.
Day 10Trek to Singompa (3250 Meters) 5 hrsThe trails from Thulo Syabru to Foprang Danda (3200 meters) follows a steep ascent path passing through Dursagang (2660 meters) along with the views of Langtang Himal, Ganesh Himal, Tibetan Mountain, Hemlock and forests. Now the path gently ascends for a while then it follows a flat level to Sing Gompa. There is a well managed local cheese factory and a Buddhist Monastery. Singompa provides
panoramic views, exhilarating nature and Yak Cheese factory, it is considered the best cheese in Nepal. Overnight at guesthouse, inclusive full board meals.
Day 11Trek to Gosaikunda (4300 Meters) 5 hrsThe first part of the trail emerges and we steadily climb up to Lauribinayak and the top of Lauribinayak gives you an exotic feeling. With a steep ascent all the way to Gosaikunda. You follow a rugged trail with dramatic views to the Manaslu range, Ganesh Himal range, Tibetan peaks and Langtang Lirung. On a clear day, even the Annapurna range can be seen rising up behind and to the north also across the valley is Langtang Lirung. You pass a few huts in the high pasture of Laurebinayak, cross a small ridge and have your first views of the holy lake of Gosaikunda. There are about a dozen lakes in the Gosainkunda Basin
the main three being Saraswatikunda, Bhairab Kunda and Gosainkunda. According to legend Gosainkunda was created by Shiva when he pierced a glacier with his trident to obtain water to quench his thirst after having swallowed a poison that threatened to destroy the world. Overnight at guesthouse, inclusive full board meals.
Day 12Trek to Ghopte (3430m) via Laurebinayak Yak pass (4610 M) 6 hrsThe trail leaves Gosaikunda and climbs through rugged country, past four small lakes to the Laurebinayak La (4610meters), the highest point of this trek. Keep looking back at the spectacular views of Manaslu and the mountains of the Ganesh Himal, as well as the now familiar Langtang Lirung. You then descend steeply to camp near Ghopte. Overnight at guesthouse, inclusive full board meals.
Day 13Trek to Kutumsang (2440 Meters) 5 hrsThe trail continues through the forest of pine & juniper about 2 hour's slope up to Thadepati. Except ascending to Thadepati, the rest of the trail will descend. Sufficient hotels, lodges and temporary tea-house are available on the route, attractive mountain views as well as local peoples' life style. Overnight at guesthouse, inclusive full board meals.
Day 14Trek to Chisopani (2110 Meters) 6 hrsA pleasant walk down to the Patti Bhanjyang and walking up to Chisopani you can enjoy another spectacular view from Kutumsang (2200m). Overnight at guesthouse, inclusive full board meals.
Day 15Trek and drive back to Kathmandu 4 hrsWalk down to Sundarijal and drive back to Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel, inclusive breakfast
Day 16Transfer to international Airport for Your onward destination.
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