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In 1955 when Nepal had just opened it's doors to the West, a Swiss volunteer came to Nepal to set up a dairy. Kyanjin Gompa was a yak pasture
and the perfect spot to start one. However, after realizing how difficult it would be to safely transport milk to Kathmandu, the Swiss volunteer
shifted his attention to Yak cheese production. That set up Nepal's first Yak cheese factory which one can still visit at Kyanjin Gompa, although the production is
seasonal. However, Yak is the male of the species and Dri is the female. And because Nepal has yak cheese and not dri cheese, the joke continues
about what yak cheese is really made from.
Langtang Ganja La Trek - Trekking in Nepal
16 days in Nepal
Langtang Valley is situated north of Kathmandu and just south of the Tibetan border. The local population of Tamangs are more closely
related to Tibetans than to the Tamangs in other parts of Nepal. The valley is also home to the Langtang National Park. Established in 1971, the lush forests
located in the lower elevation of the park are packed with birds, butterflies, langur monkeys, and a spectacular rhododendron bloom during the
spring. In the higher reaches, the valley is flanked by Langtang Lirung (7246m) to the north, Gang Chenpo (6388m and Kangri (5845m) to the south,
and Dorje Lakpa (6966m) to the east. This classic Langtang Ganja La trek passes through the Langtang valley before crossing the often tricky
Ganja La pass. Finally the trek descends to the beautiful Helambu valley before ending at Melamchi Pul Bazar.
GRADE D (Strenous):
Langtang Ganja La trek is 12 days of strenous trekking at high elevation (max 5200m).
11 nights camping and 4 nights at city hotels. Previous high elevation hiking experience is a plus. This trek is for the more serious adventurer.
The more fit you are, the more you will enjoy this trek.
Altitude Sickness (Acute Mountain Sickness)
There is a real threat of altitude sickness on this trek. Even though Discover Nepal treks are carefully planned to allow altitude acclimatization, it is impossible to determine who may be affected by it. We strongly suggest you check with your physician for more information on your health before leaving for this trek.
DAY 1: Arrive Kathmandu. Pick up at airport
DAY 2: Sightseeing tour of Pashupatinath & Boudhanath
DAY 3: Drive to Syabrubesi. Approximately 5 hours
DAY 4: Begin trek. Trek to Lama Hotel
DAY 5: Trek to Langtang Village
DAY 6: Trek to Kyanjin Gompa
DAY 7: Accllimatization day. Explore local area
DAY 8: Trek o Ngegang
DAY 9: Cross Ganja La passand trek to Keldang
DAY 10: Trek to Dukpu
DAY 11: Trek to Tarkeghyang
DAY 12: Trek to Shermathang
DAY 13: Trek to Melamchi Bazar
DAY 14: Drive to Kathmandu. Approx 4 hours
DAY 15: Free day in Kathmandu
DAY 16: Transfer to airport for final departure
Langtang Ganja La Trekking - Trip cost & details
Land & Internal Cost (twin sharing basis)
$2640 (minimum 2 people) per person
$2480 (3 to 5 members) per person
$2320 (6 to 9 members) per person
Recommended Travel Season: October - November, February - April
Cost includes:
* All airport transfers in Kathmandu
* 4 nights including breakfast at Hotel Vajra or similar
* Sightseeing tour of Pashupatinath and Boudhanath with guide, transfer and entrance fees
* 12 days trek with 3 meals a day, camping equipment, sherpa/cook staff and porters
* Private vehicle transfer to and from the trek point - approx 6 hours each way
* Langtang National Park and TIMS permit fees
Cost does not include:
* Nepal visa fee
* Medical immunization
* International airfares (hotel accommodation en route if any)
* Excess baggage charges
* Lunch and dinners in Kathmandu
* Insurance of any kind
* Emergency evacuation by helicopter or other means which client's insurance should cover
* Personal expenses such as sodas/soft drinks, alcoholic beverages,laundry etc.
* Monastery donations where applicable
* Tips to all support staff
Langtang Ganja La Trek - Trekking in Nepal
16 days in Nepal
Langtang Valley is situated north of Kathmandu and just south of the Tibetan border. The local population of Tamangs are more closely
related to Tibetans than to the Tamangs in other parts of Nepal. The valley is also home to the Langtang National Park. Established in 1971, the lush forests
located in the lower elevation of the park are packed with birds, butterflies, langur monkeys, and a spectacular rhododendron bloom during the
spring. In the higher reaches, the valley is flanked by Langtang Lirung (7246m) to the north, Gang Chenpo (6388m and Kangri (5845m) to the south,
and Dorje Lakpa (6966m) to the east. This classic Langtang Ganja La trek passes through the Langtang valley before crossing the often tricky
Ganja La pass. Finally the trek descends to the beautiful Helambu valley before ending at Melamchi Pul Bazar.
GRADE D (Strenous):
Langtang Ganja La trek is 12 days of strenous trekking at high elevation (max 5200m).
11 nights camping and 4 nights at city hotels. Previous high elevation hiking experience is a plus. This trek is for the more serious adventurer.
The more fit you are, the more you will enjoy this trek.
Altitude Sickness (Acute Mountain Sickness)
There is a real threat of altitude sickness on this trek. Even though Discover Nepal treks are carefully planned to allow altitude acclimatization, it is impossible to determine who may be affected by it. We strongly suggest you check with your physician for more information on your health before leaving for this trek.
DAY 1: Arrive Kathmandu. Pick up at airportDAY 2: Sightseeing tour of Pashupatinath & Boudhanath
DAY 3: Drive to Syabrubesi. Approximately 5 hours
DAY 4: Begin trek. Trek to Lama Hotel
DAY 5: Trek to Langtang Village
DAY 6: Trek to Kyanjin Gompa
DAY 7: Accllimatization day. Explore local area
DAY 8: Trek o Ngegang
DAY 9: Cross Ganja La passand trek to Keldang
DAY 10: Trek to Dukpu
DAY 11: Trek to Tarkeghyang
DAY 12: Trek to Shermathang
DAY 13: Trek to Melamchi Bazar
DAY 14: Drive to Kathmandu. Approx 4 hours
DAY 15: Free day in Kathmandu
DAY 16: Transfer to airport for final departure
Langtang Ganja La Trekking - Trip cost & details
Land & Internal Cost (twin sharing basis)
$2640 (minimum 2 people) per person
$2480 (3 to 5 members) per person
$2320 (6 to 9 members) per person
Recommended Travel Season: October - November, February - April
Cost includes:
* All airport transfers in Kathmandu
* 4 nights including breakfast at Hotel Vajra or similar
* Sightseeing tour of Pashupatinath and Boudhanath with guide, transfer and entrance fees
* 12 days trek with 3 meals a day, camping equipment, sherpa/cook staff and porters
* Private vehicle transfer to and from the trek point - approx 6 hours each way
* Langtang National Park and TIMS permit fees
Cost does not include:
* Nepal visa fee
* Medical immunization
* International airfares (hotel accommodation en route if any)
* Excess baggage charges
* Lunch and dinners in Kathmandu
* Insurance of any kind
* Emergency evacuation by helicopter or other means which client's insurance should cover
* Personal expenses such as sodas/soft drinks, alcoholic beverages,laundry etc.
* Monastery donations where applicable
* Tips to all support staff