Ganja La Pass Trekking passes through Ganja-la at a height of 5,130m forming a challenging feat, yet being the major attraction of this trek in the Langtang region. Close to Kathmandu, yet bearing the thrill of the Tibetan highlands, the trek is a combination of majestic mountain vistas, enchanting waterfalls, forests of rhododendrons et cetera.
The trek starts after a drive to SybruBensi. We walk through a Lama settlement to Langtang village and follow the Langtang River untilKyanjinGompa which is surrounded byLangtangLirung on the west, Yala on the north and DorjeLakpa, Urkeinmang, Loenpo Gang and Kangchenpo on the north-east.Naya Kanga andPonggenDopku is only a few kilometers from the Gompa. Here we rest for acclimatization as a climb to Tsergo-Ri for the next day’s hike. Past Kyanjin, we take enough food for a few days and take shelter in tents. Use of firewood is prohibited so supplies are to be taken. Ascending further in the trail we reach Ganja la Pass(5,122m) which is the highest point of the trek. We crossing the pass with the support of a rope for safety as the last 100m is dangerous. The descent again is a steep slope for about a kilometer which requires precautionary steps. From Ganja-la, we descend to Dukpu, TarkeGyang and finally to Melamchi Bazaar which marks the end of the trek.
Gonja La Pass Trek is a walk into the wilderness of the mountains, yet only a short distance from Kathmandu. Most of the trail prohibits use of firewood preserving beauty of the trail. Ethnic Tibetan tribes pass along the trail and stops at Gompas and other settlement areas give ample time to absorb the ethnic culture. Ganjala Pass is a marvel of nature and other viewpoints offer exquisite views for photographer’s delight. Buddhist monasteries and settlements along the route have unique traditional practices and bears mystical stories.
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