# Ganesh Himal and Ruby Valley Trek > The Ganesh Himal and Ruby Valley Trek in central Nepal offers a unique experience, exploring off-the-beaten-trail wilderness while observing diverse cultures. This trek focuses on the Ganesh Himal mountain range, named after the Hindu deity Ganesha, and its associated peaks, including Boudha Himal, Dorje Lakpa, and Langtang Lirung. Travelers will encounter the lifestyles of Gurung and Tamang communities, experiencing their customs and traditions. The trek traverses the Eastern Himalayas, bordering China, and explores sacred lakes and streams like Kalo Kunda and Seto Kunda. Highlights include panoramic views of the Ganesh Himal ranges, resembling Ganesha’s elephant head, and visits to temples and stupas. The trek also leads through the Ruby Valley, a region known for its terraced fields and rock climbing destinations. Participants can enjoy the Ganga Jamuna River, twin waterfalls, and the Tripura Sundari temple. This trek provides a peaceful alternative to popular routes like Annapurna and Everest, offering stunning Himalayan vistas and a chance to engage with unique cultural communities, culminating in a drive from Dhading. - Price: 790 USD - Duration: 19 - Max Altitude: 3842 - Accommodation: Hotel and tea house, home stay - Difficulty: moderate - Tour Type: private-tour - Guide Type: fully-guided-tour - Price Type: budget-tour - Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Season: September- December and March - May - Transportation: bus, jeep - Min Age: 10 - Max Age: 99 - Min Group: 1 - Max Group: 10 - Destination: Nepal - All-inclusive: yes - Published: 2025-09-04 ## Overview ## **Highlight of the Ganesh Himal and Ruby Valley Trek ** Closely view the massif Ganesh Himal rangs and visit different temples and stupas. Experience of the mixed lifestyle of different ingenious people and their cultures Trekking to off the beaten trail and explore the hidden wilderness. Amazing views of Boudha Himal, Dorje Lakpa, Langtang Lirung with a marvelous chain of Ganesh Himal ranges. The Ganesh Himal trek lies in the eastern part of Nepal which also border of China. Ganesh is God of Elephant which stands for good luck. During Ganesh Himal trek you will enjoy your trek in off the beaten trail and unique cultures. ## **Trip Summary** Ganesh Himal and ruby valley trek is one of the best treks to observe the hidden beauties of central Nepal. Trek to the least explored, newly opened trail offers you the beautiful moments of your life. We pass through the settlements of different ethnic communities like Gurung and Tamang. This provides a great chance to observe their cultures, customs, traditions, and norms. Walking along the trail, you get to observe the spectacular views of many stunning Himalayas. Boudha Himal,** Dorje Lakpa, Langtang Lirung along with the amazing chain of Ganesh Himal I, II, III, IV. Ganesh Himal,** the mountain named after the name of Hindu deity "Ganesha." You can explore the view of Ganesh IV; resembling an elephant-headed Ganesha’s face. The beautiful Ganesh and Himal Ruby Valley trek to spectacular views of Himalayas. Along with different ethnic cultures of people, Ganesh Himal Trek offers unforgettable moments of your life Ganesh himal trek  distance and height is good not so difficulties. Trek includes the trail with sacred lakes and streams visit many pilgrimages during the festival of Janai Purnima. Kalo Kunda, Seto Kunda, Ganga Jamuna, are the amazing attraction of this trek. Ganesh Himal the name in itself reveals its presence resembling same as Ganesha’s elephant-headed face. Trek passing through different villages provides you different ethnic groups of community with their distinct unique traditional values and customs. Trekking to the Ruby valley offers an experience to the remote lifestyle of Nepalese people of Ganesh Himal region. Not only the Himalayan views and rich traditions, the flat land, terraced fields, and the main friendly locality provide lifetime memories. You can also do Lantang Helicopter tour where you explore more about the hidden wilderness. observe the panoramic views of marvelous mountains from the top of Pangsang Pass. Trekking trail to the ruby valley is between [Langtang National Park](https%253A%252F%252Fhttps%253A%252F%252Fsunriseadventuretrek.com%252Ftrips%252Flangtang-gosainkunda-helambu-trekking) and Manaslu Conservation Area Project. Ganga Jamuna River, twin waterfalls, kalo Seto Kunda, hot spring, Ganesh Kunda, and Tripura Sundari temple are the other main beautiful attractions of this trek Finally, the Ganesh Himal region offers you a very peaceful environment than that of the famous Annapurna and Everest Trek. Ruby valley trail takes you through the main popular rock climbing destinations i.e Deul Danda, Gobre Village, Cheap Danda and Bhandari Bhir. From there, you can have the scenic views of lush green forests below the amazing mountainous chain. At the end you will finish your trek in Dhading and drive back to Kathmandu. ## Price includes ### Includes - Hotel in Kathmandu two or three star category in twin sharing bed and breakfast basis - Kathmandu sightseeing with city tour guide - Accommodation in lodge and full board meals during the trekking - Govt. trained guide and necessary no.of porters with their insurance, salary and meals - All entry fees TIMS card and entry Permit - Domestic Flight according to Itinerary - Sleeping bag and Down jacket for trek necessary equipment's during the trek - One cultural show and dinner program ### Excludes - International Flight major meals in cities - Airport tax and monuments entrance fees - All personal expenses such as bar bills, beverage, snacks etc - Tips to guide and porter and your insurance ## Itinerary ### Arrival in Kathmandu, Altitude 1340m Arrival in the Kathmandu [altitude 1340 m] at the Tribhuvan international airport (TIA) ### Drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi Drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi, (1503m/ 4931 ft.), 6 to 7 hours. – B.L.D ### Syabrubesi to Gatlang Trek: 5-6 hour trek. Drive from Syabrubesi to Chawatar and then trek to Gatlang, (2238m/ 7342 ft.), 5 to 6 hours trek and 1 hour drive. – B.L.D ### Trek from Gatlang to Parvati Kunda and Yuri Kharka. Trek from Gatlang to Parvati Kunda, Patvati Kunda to Yuri Kharka and again from Yuri Kharka to Somdang, (3271m/ 10731 ft.), 6 to 7 hours. – B.L.D ### Trek to Pangsang Pass (3842m) in 3.5 hours. Trek from Somdang to Pangsang Pass at 3842m/ 12604 ft. within three and half an hour. – B.L.D ### Trek from Pangsang Pass to Chalish (5 hours) Trek from Pangsang Pass to Tupling, from Tupling to Shertung and from Shertung to Chalish, (1875m/ 6151 ft.), 5 to 6 hours. – B.L.D ### Trek from Chalish to Hindung or Gomba Danda. Trek from Chalish to Hindung or Gomba Danda, (2402m/ 7880 ft.), 4 to 5 hours. – B.L.D ### Trek from Hindung to Thulo Dhunga (3337m) Trek from Hindung to Thulo Dhunga, (3337m/ 10948 ft.), 4 to 5 hours. – B.L.D ### Trek from Thulo Dhunga to Base Camp/Nojet Kharka Trek from Thulo Dhunga to Base Camp/ Nojet Kharka, (3691m/ 12109 ft.), 6 hours trekking. – B.L.D ### Acclimatization at Everest Base Camp – B.L.D Acclimatization day at Base Camp – B.L.D ### Trek back from Base Camp to Hindung Trek back from Base Camp to Hindung, 7 to 8 hours Trek. – B.L.D ### Trek from Hindung to Rachyat Gaon/Kapur Gaon (4921 ft.) Trek from Hindung to Hot spring and again from Hot Spring to Rachyat Gaon/ Kapur Gaon, (1500m/ 4921 ft.), 5 to 6 hours trek. – B.L.D ### Trek from Rachyat to Khading Gaon (2025m): 4-5 Hours Trek from Rachyat to Lapa and from Lapa to Khading Gaon, (2025m, 6643 ft.), 4 to 5 hours trek. – B.L.D ### Trek from Khading Gaon to Magne Goth. Trek from Khading Gaon to Magne Goth, (2950m/ 9678 ft.), 4 hours walking. – B.L.D ### Trek from Magne Goth to Lapu Danda Trek from Magne Goth to Lapu Danda, (1250m/ 4101 ft.), 5 to 6 hours trek. – B.L.D ### Trek from Laphi Danda to Ganga Jamuna Trek from Laphi Danda to Ganga Jamuna, (950m/ 3116 ft.), 5 to 6 hours trek. – B.L.D ### Trek from Ganga Jamuna to Tripurasundari Trek from Ganga Jamuna to Tripurasundari, (850m/ 2788 ft.), 5 to 6 hours trek. – B.L.D ### Drive from Tripurasundari to Kathmandu. Drive from Tripurasundari to Kathmandu, drive 5 to 6 hours. ### Departure/Farewell: A Final Farewell Derparture/ Farewell!! – B (Note:  B.L.D, Plan Including / B: Breakfast, L: Lunch & D: Dinner.) --- More info and booking: https://sunriseadventuretrek.com/trips/ganesh-himal-and-ruby-valley-trek