Highlights

• Combination of natural as well as cultural beauty

• Amazing panoramic views of the mountains and the valleys

• Hike to one of the best viewpoints in Langtang region, Tserko Ri and Kyanjin Ri

• Challenge and test yourself in the high pass Ganja La pass 5,130 m

Langtang Ganja La Pass trekking is a classic adventure in the Langtang region of Nepal which lies right next to the Kathmandu valley in the north side. With Langtang valley and Helambu trek combined within Ganja la pass trek, this awesome adventure in the Himalayas of Nepal offers you the raw beauty of nature. Traditionally and culturally rich Sherpa settlements will offer you a matchless hospitality which will warm you tired body and melt your heart easily.

The panoramic mountain views include the breathtaking vistas of Annapurna ranges in the far west to Langtang Lirung, Shisapangma, Manaslu, Ganesh, Jugal, Langpogang, Ghengu Liru, Naya Kanga, etc. to the north, south and the east side of the Himalayas. Rich in biodiversity, Langtang region with Ganja la pass also offers you a chance to see and explore the rare and endangered species like Himalayan bears, red panda and so on. You will find yourself immersed in the typical local cultures and traditions too within few days of trekking.

Nature Lovers Treks and Tours offers you a rare and the most delightful experience to the travelers and trekkers in the Langtang Ganja la pass trekking adventure. One has enough time to explore the vicinities wherever you stop either for lunch or for the overnight. Kyanjin Gompa and Ganja la arrival will reward you with unparalleled panoramic view of the mountains as well as the Himalayan landscapes. Get yourself prepared to be handsomely rewarded with this amazing Langtang region adventure in the coming season.

Langtang Ganja La Pass Trekking Outline Itinerary

Day 1: Welcome to Kathmandu, Nepal, Hotel

Day 2: Final trekking preparation and optional sightseeing, B, Hotel

Day 3: Drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi 1,460 m 7 hours, BLD, Teahouse

Day 4: Trek from Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel 2,430 m 6 hours, BLD, Teahouse

Day 5: Trek from Lama Hotel to Langtang Village 3,430 m 5 hours, BLD, Teahouse

Day 6: Trek from Langtang village to Kyanjin Gompa 3,870 m 3 hours, BLD, Teahouse

Day 7: Rest and acclimatization day, BLD, Teahouse

Day 8: Trek from Kyanjin Gompa to Ngegang 4,000 m 6 hours, BLD, Teahouse

Day 9: Trek from Ngegang to Keldang 4,270 m via Ganja La Pass 5,130 m 7 hours, BLD, Teahouse

Day 10: Trek from Keldang to Dukpu 4,080 m 7 hours, BLD, Teahouse

Day 11: Trek from Dukpu to Tarkegyang 2,740 m 6 hours, BLD, Teahouse

Day 12: Trek from Tarkegyang to Sermanthang 2,590 m 5 hours, BLD, Teahouse

Day 13: Trek from Sermanthang to Melamchi Pul Bazaar 900m 3 hours and drive back to Kathmandu 3 hours, BL, Hotel

Day 14: Rest day in Kathmandu and souvenir shopping, BD, Hotel

Day 15: Goodbye from Nepal, B, Flight.

Langtang Ganja La Pass Trekking detailed Itinerary

BLD denotes Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 1:

Welcome to Kathmandu, Nepal, Hotel

Welcome to Nepal. As soon as you land and get out of the airport gate after clearing the formalities of getting visa, you will see our cheerful teams waiting for you with your name placard. You will be transferred to hotel. Meeting with the teams (Company staffs and your guide) and briefing over the dinner will be done.

Day 2:

Final trekking preparation and optional sightseeing, B, Hotel

We will prepare all the required documents required for the trekking. You can also buy or hire the necessary gears and equipment in this day. For those who wish to go for the sightseeing please don’t hesitate to talk to your guide or team leader.

Day 3:

Drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi 1,460 m 7 hours, BLD, Teahouse

Drive through the North Western side of the Kathmandu valley to get to the other side of the country, Syabrubesi which is the starting point of our trek. You will experience the mountainous difficult roads, the winding turns, see the scattered villages on the cliffs while also feeling the change in the weather on the route as it starts getting chiller henceforth.

Day 4:

Trek from Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel 2,430 m 6 hours, BLD, Teahouse

Enjoy your short day walk through the oak, rhododendron and bamboo forests. Follow the Langtang river upstream most of the way to get to Lama hotel for the night stop.

Day 5:

Trek from Lama Hotel to Langtang Village 3,430 m 5 hours, BLD, Teahouse

After breakfast, we will continue our journey. Enter into the dense forest after descending for some time. Get your permits checked in Ghora Tabela before continuing to the biggest village in the Langtang region, Langtang village.

Day 6:

Trek from Langtang village to Kyanjin Gompa 3,870 m 3 hours, BLD, Teahouse

In this beautiful day, you will pass through the tiny stone-built houses and the mani Chortens along the gentle path. Finally arrive in the stunning village surrounded by the magnificent peaks, the Kyanjin village or the Kyanjin Gompa.

Day 7:

Rest and acclimatization day, BLD, Teahouse

Since it’s the resting day, you can opt to hike to one or both of the best viewpoints in the region Kyanjin Ri 4800m and Tserko Ri 5000m to see the panoramic Himalayan views. Also hike around the villages and taste the locally made, famous cheese and curd.

Day 8:

Trek from Kyanjin Gompa to Ngegang 4,000 m 6 hours, BLD, Teahouse

In this another remarkable day in the Langtang region, we will continue ascending through the sparse vegetation to cross a bridge over Langtang Khola. You will see a lake known as Chhana lake after a short walk. Ngegang in a couple of hours for the night stop.

Day 9:

Trek from Ngegang to Keldang 4,270 m via Ganja La Pass 5,130 m 7 hours, BLD, Teahouse

In this adventurous day of crossing the Ganja la pass, we start early morning. The hardest part of our whole journey, today you will have to struggle walking over the thick snow layers and the slippery path. After completing the Ganja la, we will descend down to Keldang for the night.

Day 10:

Trek from Keldang to Dukpu 4,080 m 7 hours, BLD, Teahouse

The trail in this day will consist of walking highs and lows through the ridges, grasslands and the valleys with the majestic views of the mountains. After a long day walk, you deserve proper rest in Dukpu.

Day 11:

Trek from Dukpu to Tarkegyang 2,740 m 6 hours, BLD, Teahouse

Our trek today will take us downhill for the first part for about 200 meters then lead us to a pass called Yangri Peak which is around 4,100 m. Descending downhill most of the way afterwards will take us to Tarkegyang, a large Sherpa village. Explore the village and also visit a Gompa in the evening.

Day 12:

Trek from Tarkegyang to Sermanthang 2,590 m 5 hours, BLD, Teahouse

We walk through the thick forest of rhododendron and the Sherpa settlements to get to Sermanthang, another culturally rich Sherpa village. Very beautiful in terms of natural settings, one can enjoy the silent moment in Sermanthang.

Day 13:

Trek from Sermanthang to Melamchi Pul Bazaar 900m 3 hours and drive back to Kathmandu 3 hours, BL, Hotel

Walk along the ridge and get past many villages viewing the terraced fields en route, you will come down to Melamchi Pul Bazaar ending our trekking journey in the Langtang Helambu region. Enjoying the countryside view once again, we will drive back to Kathmandu finishing off the trek and to rest in hotel.

Day 14:

Rest day in Kathmandu and souvenir shopping, BD, Hotel

After a successful Langtang Ganja la pass trekking adventure in the Himalayas of Nepal, we have a beautiful day in Kathmandu valley to rest and browse the local market. Buy the souvenirs for your close ones or get yourself some token of love from Nepal. Farewell dinner is served by Nature Lovers Treks and Tours’ team in the evening.

Day 15:

Goodbye from Nepal, B, Flight.

Our friendly staff will drop you off in the airport to give the final farewell for this time. Good bye and see you again.

Cost for 1 PAX: $1499 /-

Cost for 2 or more PAX: $1199 per person

Note: Trip cost varies with the group sizes.

Langtang Ganja La Pass Trekking Cost Breakdown

Cost Include

• All transportation, airport pickup, drop and transfers

• Complimentary farewell dinner at typical Nepali restaurant

• Hotels in Kathmandu on BB basis (Bed and Breakfast)

• Teahouse accommodations in mountain

• Full board meals like breakfast, lunch, dinner and tea / coffee in cups

• An experienced English speaking guide, his salary and insurance

• Strong porters (2 people will share one) and his expense

• All entrance fees and permits for whole trek

• Company T-shirt as gift and certificate of appreciation

• First Aid Medical Kit

• Route map

• All government Vat / Tax including local taxes

Cost Exclude

• Nepal visa fee and International flight (airfare)

• Meals and sightseeing in Kathmandu

• Extra drinks as alcoholic and non-alcoholic

• Personal expenses as phone bill, chocolate, bakery, battery charge, hot shower, laundry and extra porter

• Extra accommodation and meals behind schedule

• Travel and emergency rescue insurance

• Gratuities to guide and porters (Mandatory)

• Personal gears and equipment which can be hired

Langtang Ganja La Pass Trekking Useful Information

Kathmandu airport pick up and drop services

Nature Lovers Treks and Tours’ staffs will pick you up from the airport as per your flight arrival time and similarly drop you off in the airport for international departure according to your flight schedule. During arrival, please don’t forget to look for your name placard hold by the team, outside the airport arrival gate. Our staff will be impatiently waiting for your arrival to greet you and warmly welcome you in Nepal. ‘NAMASTE’ is the foremost and the most commonly used greeting word in Nepal which you will hear from our staff at the very first moment you meet him.

Customized Trips and Trip departure

Langtang Ganja La Pass Trekking departs from Kathmandu as per our fixed departure dates. You can join any available fixed departure groups if you are a solo or small group travelers if you wish to, when the trips cannot be customized.

But if you are in a private group, fixed departure dates are not suitable for you and so you need to choose your own dates and packages, when you can customize the trek as per your travel needs. For further information, please kindly contact your own friendly neighbor, Nature Lovers Treks and Tours.

Accommodations in Kathmandu and during trek

You will be staying in the 3 star hotel in Kathmandu while in the teahouse lodges or guesthouses during the trek.

Nature Lovers Treks and Tours has the best accommodation arrangement for you from the beginning to the end. We believe after the tough walking day, everyone deserves the proper rest and the right ambience to relax and chill. Therefore, our choice of accommodation is the best when it comes to the trekking days. The rooms will be clean and comfy. Our entire accommodations will be on twin-sharing basis as you can see, so you have to let us know if others; let’s say if you want triple or quadruple sharing or if you want a double bed, etc. There will be extra charge for the single supplement.

If you wish to change the accommodation category to a better one in Kathmandu, please let us know and we can change it for you on added cost.

Route Map and Company T-shirt

Nature Lovers Treks and Tours offers you a complimentary trekking map and the company t-shirts.

Safe Drinking Water during Langtang Ganja La Pass Trekking

Hydrating yourself is the most important thing to do during the trek. You should drink at least 3 liters of water every day or more. The main reason is to avoid the altitude sickness and to avoid other health issues. Nature Lovers Treks and Tours provides you water purification tablets or liquids to purify the water in the mountains. You can even buy mineral water or boiled water on extra cost.

Your trekking guides and porters

Nature Lovers Treks and Tours has the best guides and porters in the whole tourism industry. We can guarantee you on that. Ask yourselves a question. What do you look for in a guide and a porter? Are they fully insured and are they paid well? Well, they are the staffs of Nature Lovers Treks and Tours so they are hundred percent happy with their treatment by the company. They are experienced, licensed and knowledgeable in the field. They are well paid and fully insured for their journey as well as for the medicals.

Now, let’s talk about our backbones. The leader or a guide should have a significant knowledge in the climbing and trekking so that he can wonderfully and safely lead you, clearing any obstacles on the way. We, Nature Lovers Treks and Tours can proudly say that our guides (climbing, assistant, trekking guide) are highly qualified for the role. They are fully trained, experienced and licensed. They have undergone through a whole lot of training to make themselves useful in various situations and to make your journey a smooth and pleasant one.

Our guide knows the local areas, the cultures, the traditions and the lifestyles much more than anyone do. Some of the things he tells you, might even be hard to find in the travel guide books. Depending upon the situations and weather conditions, the daily plans might change slightly which when happens, he will inform you beforehand. You should always be flexibly ready to accommodate to your guides’ instructions. Let him know if you have any health problems as well since he will act accordingly to the situation. Depending upon the group size, we will also provide you assistant guides and extra Sherpas if needed.

Our porters are always fully equipped with the gears they need and as per the company policy, they are always insured and completely looked after. They are our backbone. We allow maximum weight of 25/30 kg to be carried by one porter. They are the strongest in our group with less communication skills. We also closely work with IPPG {International Porter Protection Group} and follow their ethics and guidelines.

Your safety

Nature Lovers Treks and Tours puts your safety as the top priority. We provide you our own comprehensive first aid medical kit bag along with the professional team of guides and porters. We are always in communication with our field team members to keep track of your safety and concerns. Your entire journey will be monitored by us and we make sure you enjoy your journey in full scale. We are available 24/7 for your health and safety checks during Langtang Ganja La Pass Trekking.

Langtang Ganja La Pass Trekking Frequently Asked Questions

How much does the Langtang Ganja La Pass Trekking cost?

The cost of the Langtang Ganja La Pass Trekking varies from $800-$1800 depending upon the number of days you choose to trek. The longer the trek, more expensive it will become. Similarly, the price will differ with the accommodation choices and group sizes also. Normally, Nature Lovers Treks and Tours offers a comprehensive package which is inclusive of all the cost and expenses for the entire journey from the moment you land in Nepal till the moment you fly back home. However, you could also choose to buy only service-based package from us when we will be providing you only the supporting field staffs plus trekking permits and you have to arrange the rest by yourselves.

How is the Accommodation during the Langtang Ganja La Pass Trekking?

In Langtang Ganja La Pass Trekking, we will provide you the teahouse accommodations. A teahouse is typically a mountain lodge which is a combination of a lodge or a guest house and a restaurant or a café with basic furniture and interiors suitable for the social hangout. Many teahouses even have attached bathrooms and the central heating furnace. Most of the teahouses provide the European toilets these days while Asian style of toilets are available in every teahouses. Hot showers are available but on extra cost. The same goes with the hot drinking water since they use the gas or solar to boil the water. Sleeping blankets are usually provided but we recommend you to carry your own sleeping bags for the hygienic purpose {can be arranged on request}. At the same time, it’s better to carry your own toiletries including the towels.

What are the permits that I need for Langtang Ganja La Pass Trekking?

For Langtang Ganja La Pass Trekking, you will need to make two permits: Langtang National Park entrance fee and TIMS Card (Trekkers' Information Management System).

How does this tipping system in Nepal work and do I have to tip?

Tipping is not compulsory for Langtang Ganja La Pass Trekking however tipping is all about showing your gratitude and appreciation. We care about our staffs in the fields so we expect you to look after them in return for them looking after you throughout your journey. They are your closest friend in the remotest parts and also your protector whenever anything seems to happen to you. So tipping is highly expected and we’ve made it mandatory too. The amount of gratuities can be determined by yourselves. Normally, a guide expects around $5 or more per day per person while a porter expects $4 or more per day per person.

Can I charge my phones, batteries or other electronic devices in Langtang Ganja La Pass Trekking?

You can easily charge your electronic devices during Langtang Ganja La Pass Trekking but by paying small amount or fees for charging. Don’t forget to buy a plug adapter or socket fittings before you leave Kathmandu.

Is there WiFi and mobile signal on the Langtang Ganja La Pass Trekking?

Langtang Ganja La Pass Trekking route has good mobile network coverage these days {with few exception days}, thanks to the Nepalese telecommunication companies called Ncell and NTC. You can buy one of these Sim cards from any local phone shops in Kathmandu. It is wiser to buy a sim card with around 4 GB data in Kathmandu and use the mobile data in the trek to avoid paying extra by buying WiFi on the trek.

WiFi is available on most of the teahouses in Langtang Ganja La Pass Trekking route and cost some charges. However, the signal varies from place to place and please don’t expect to receive the fast data coverage in the trek.

When is the best time to trek to Langtang Ganja La Pass?

Langtang Ganja La Pass Trekking can be done throughout the year. However in average, Spring {March, April and May} and Autumn {September, October and November} are the best times or seasons to trek to Langtang Ganja La Pass. Spring and Autumn are known as the Peak season or Busy season in Nepal. It’s because the temperature is moderate during these seasons and the best panoramic mountain views are guaranteed while during other Summer {June, July and August} and Winter {December, January and February} season, the clear weather is not guaranteed. But if you are an explorer, a photographer and a peace lover, less busy season can also be the right time to do Langtang Ganja La Pass Trekking. The problem is the weather is harsh cold in winter and there’s snow everywhere while the summer has rainfalls and clouds obscuring the mountains and the views are not so great most of the time.

Do I have to worry about the altitude sickness in Langtang Ganja La Pass Trekking?

The itinerary of our Langtang Ganja La Pass Trekking is perfectly designed by Nature Lovers Treks and Tours and has separated enough time in the places to let the body acclimatize well in high altitudes. As long as you follow the guide, you should be fine. Altitude sickness in fact can affect anyone regardless of the age or the fitness level, so it is very important to walk slowly and gradually as you go higher. Learn more in details about Altitude Sickness to prepare yourselves for the upcoming Langtang Ganja La Pass Trekking.

Do I need to be healthy and physically fit for Langtang Ganja La Pass Trekking?

When it comes to trekking in the mountains, health and fitness of a person plays a vital role. If you are a healthy person without any serious medical problems, Langtang Ganja La Pass Trekking is for you but if you have any sorts of medical issues, please consult to your doctor before coming to Nepal for the trek. We will be gaining the high altitude of 5130 m above the sea level which is not a joke. People normally start to have breathing problems above 3000 meters from the sea level, if they have pre-existing health conditions.

Now when it comes to the fitness level required, Langtang Ganja La Pass Trekking demands very high physical fitness. The trekking includes daily walks of about 4-8 hours and involves many ascents and descents including crossing of the high difficult pass which means you need lots of practices before you start the trekking journey. You will be traversing through the forests, high passes and high hills. If you do not have the previous trekking experience, this trek is going to be very difficult but obviously if you have previous experiences, it will be lot easier. For those not having previous trekking experiences, please exercise regularly for at least two months prior to your trekking departure. Go for the morning walks, do some jogging as you get time, participate in some cycling activities, etc. This way, you will be good to go for trekking to Langtang Ganja La Pass.

What kind of food items or meals can I eat on Langtang Ganja La Pass Trekking?

Only breakfast is included in Kathmandu while full board meals or full meals are included during the trek. Tea and coffee will also be provided during the entire trip. During the trek, you will have your breakfast and dinner in the same teahouse where you spend the night while the lunch will be served en route towards the next destination of the day. There are a varieties of choices to choose from; Nepalese, Tibetan, Indian, Continental, etc.

The most common and the highly recommended food during the Langtang Ganja La Pass Trekking is typical Nepali Dal Bhat {rice and lentil}; even better without meat, means Nepali Vegetarian Dal Bhat. You can also eat other food items such as seasonal vegetables, noodles and spaghetti, pastas, pizzas and French fries, soups, etc. depending upon the availability. For the beverage, you can either choose warm, hot or cold beverages; soft drinks, beer and hard drinks. For the breakfast, you can order cereals, breads, noodle soups, egg dishes, etc.

Do I need a travel insurance for Langtang Ganja La Pass Trekking?

Travel insurance is a must when you trek to Langtang Ganja La Pass. Therefore before you come to Nepal, please make sure you have your insurance documents with you since our insurance companies cannot insure foreign nationals. Because of the reason that they cover all the expenses, if you face some unfortunate happenings and you have to be rescued or medically assisted during the trip or if your belongings are lost or stolen. We strongly advise you to take out an insurance which covers any medical risks up to 5000 meter as well as the medical evacuation from the mountains.

What gears and equipment do I need to pack for Langtang Ganja La Pass Trekking?

Choosing the right gear and equipment is important as well for the successful trek to Langtang Ganja La Pass. Pack the right gears and equipment but remember, packing as light as possible is the best way to go when trekking to Langtang Ganja La Pass. You should read this What to take for travel to get all the details on what you need to pack or carry.