Nepal is a country famous for the high peaks mountains and Ganesh Himal is also one of them. Ganesh Himal lies in the Dhading-Gorkha border, in the central-eastern region of Nepal. The name of Ganesh Himal is kept after the Hindu deity Ganesh. Trek to Ganesh Himal will add the glory in your trekking diary. This trekking routes have both traditional and natural significance. This trekking route is one of the thrilling trekking routes of Nepal.
Overview
Ganesh Himal trek offers you with glorious mountain views, landscapes, terrace fields, cultural diversity, and many more. You will have an adventurous time on this trek. One can enjoy the routes full of greenery, rhododendron, and pine trees. The region of Ganesh Himal is blessed with various medicinal herbs. The routes are zig-zac and narrow at some point. Being in this trek you can get a chance to see the lifestyles of the people in the eastern region. You will mainly find the people of Tamang and Gurung community in the villages that lie in the route.
You will also pass through one of the holy lakes of Hindu-Kalo Kunda and Seto Kunda. One can enjoy the cultural shows and the handicrafts while the village stays. This trek will give you opportunities to visit various holy lakes and rivers also the Buddhist Gompas. The trek to Ganesh Himal is affordable for most of the tourists/trekkers. The trek to Ganesh Himal is not so crowded so we can enjoy the journey peacefully.
Outline Itinerary:
Day1 Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 2 Drive from Kathmandu to Syabru Besi (1,503m)
Day 3 Trek from Syabru Besi to Ghatlang (2,337m)
Day 4 Trek from Ghatlang to Somang (3,271m)
Day 5 Trek from Somdang to Pangsang Pass (3,842m)
Day 6 Trek from Pangsang Pass to Shertung (1,875m)
Day 7 Trek from Chalise to Hindung (2,220m)
Day 8 Trek from Hindung to Rajgang Kharka
Day 9 Trek from Kharka to Kalo Seto Kunda Ganesh Himal Base Camp
Day 10 Explore the base camp
Day 11 Descend the trail to Rajgung Kharka
Day 12 Trek from Rajgung Kharka to Chalise (2,000m)
Day 13 Trek from Chalise to Jharlang
Day 14 Trek from Jharlang to Darkha
Day 15 Trek from Darkha to Khahare Bazaar
Day 16 Drive from Khahare Bazaar to Kathmandu
Day 17 Departure from Kathmandu
Trip Highlights:
- Exotic views of flora and faunas with medicinal herbs.
- Close observation of cultures and traditions of Tamang and Gurung community.
- Routes having the views of snow-capped mountains, landscapes, terrace fields, and many more.
- Exploring remote areas.
- Visit various holy lakes (Parvatikunda lake, kalo Seto kunda)
- Visit ancient Buddhist Gompas.
- Passing through the Trebeni river.
- Great hospitalities by the villagers.
- The region is rich in valuable mines like zinc, crystal, ruby, etc.
- One can buy the beautiful handicrafts of the villagers.