Ganesh Himal Trek, 16-day program
Discover the villages of Central Eastern Nepal and enjoy the wilderness of this area with this 16-day trekking program, with a certified GuideSource guide.
Himalaya
16 Days
Mar - May, Sep - Nov
High
Intermediate
Description
Immerse yourself in Central Eastern Nepal and its culture with this 16-day Ganesh Himal Trek. An exciting traverse that will take you from village to village, with exceptional views all along. The itinerary will take us close to the Tibetan border, away from the crowds and in the complete wilderness.
To begin this program, we will meet you at Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport. Day 2 of the itinerary will be spent around Khatmandu. Next, we will transfer by car to the small village of Betrawi, where the trekking adventure will begin.
Over the next days, we will trek around several traditional villages with vivid mixed Nepali communities, including:
Kispang
Betrawi
Thulo Chaur
Gonga
Rupchet
Kharka
Borang
Jharlang
The traverse includes going across beautiful natural locations like Rhododendron forests, alpine forests, and amazing mountain views. We will also camp in forests and other natural spots. If we are lucky we might also see wild animal.
As pleasant as this itinerary is, it can also be tough. Trekkers need to be able to be able to face a Moderate level of difficulty. Also, the highest altitude reached will be 4,100 m.
Have a look at a day by day detailed itinerary below.
For this program, you will be guided by a certified guide from GuideSource. As a mountain guiding company, we have been working for more than 35 years, with zero serious or fatal accidents. We hope you join one of our groups soon!
Interested in this Ganesh Himal Trek, 16-day program? Request your booking! If you are interested in other trekking itineraries, have a look at other programs like the Everest Kala Pathar Trek, 15-day program, and the Druk Path, Bhuthan, 12 Day Guided Trek.
Price includes
- Guiding fee
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
Arrival in the Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport
Transfer to the hotel
Briefing about the trip itinerary
Overnight at Hotel B/B
Day 2: Kathmandu Sightseeing
Sightseeing: Kathmandu landmarks including World Heritage Sites like the Durbar Square, the sacred Hindu temple of (Pashupati Nath), the famous ‘Monkey Temple’ (Swayambhu Nath) and the Bouddha Nath Buddhist shrine.
Optional: last minute shopping for personal items in preparation for the next day
Overnight at Hotel B/B
Day 3: Kathmandu - Betrawati
- Drive to Betrawati (700 m), a small village with a mixed Nepali life (duration of the drive: 5 hours)
Day 4: Betrawati - Kispang
- Gradual trek to Kispang (1,600 m), a small village for Tamang people, most of which are farmers
Day 5: Kispang - Thulo Chaur
Gradual ascent trek to Thulo Chaur (2,200 m), across the rainy forst
Overnight: camping in the forest
Trekking time: 4 hours
Day 6: Thulo Chaur - Gonga
Steep ascent through the Rhododendron forest
Arrival in Gonga (2,600 m)
Overnight: camping in the forest
Trekking time: 4 hours
Day 7: Gonga - Rupchet
Steep ascent through the forest
Arrival in Rupchet (3,635 m)
Overnight: camping in the alpine forest
Trekking time: 4 hours
Day 8: Rupchet - Singla pass - Kharka
Steep ascent to the Singla pass (4,100 m)
Steep descent to Kharka (2,500 m)
Overnight:
Trekking time: 6 hours
Day 9: Kharka - Borang
Steep descent through land terraces and villages towards Borang (1,800 m), a typical Tamang village
Trekking time: 5 to 6 hours
Day 10: Borang - Jharlang
Gradual trekking through terraces and villages towards Jharlang (1,700 m), a Tamang village
Trekking time: 5 to 6 hours
Day 11: Jharlang - Kingtang Phedi
Steep descent through small villages towards Kingtang Phedi (800 m)
Trekking time: 6 to 7 hours
Day 12: Kingtang phedi - Katunje
Trekking through the river for about 2 hours
Climb up road for about 4 hours through village and forest towards Katunje (1,750 m), a small Tamang village
Day 13: Katunje - Dhading Bensi
Trek towards Dhading Bensi (700 m), a small town that is also a district headquarter of the Dhading District
Overnight: camping near the river
Trekking time: 5 hours
Day 14: Dhading Bensi - Kathmandu or Pokhara
Scenic drive to Pokhara to Kathmandu
Overnight in Hotel B/B
Drive duration: 4 hours
Day 15: Kathmandu
Full day at leisure
Options:
Go on an extra separate trip
Explore the Thamel
Farewell dinner
Overnight at Hotel B/B
Day 16: Departure from Kathmandu
Transfer to the International Airport
End of program
About the guide
-GuideSource
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(10)
We started in 2007 in order to provide a high quality adventure touristic services. Our aim is guest satisfaction during the whole trek and expedition. A well-organised and enjoyable trip is our prime objective.
Languages
Nepali | German | French | English
Certificates
AMGA | NNMGA
What people are saying about -GuideSource
This is a super beautiful trek in spring and in winter! Loved it.
Excellent trip.
I recommend this trip!
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