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Ganesh Himal Expedition

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Ganesh Himal Expedition

Ganesh Himal 7,422m (24350ft), the sub-area of the Himalayas in the north-central zone of Nepal is one of the famous adventure destinations. Mount Ganesh Himal is easily seen from the city of Kathmandu on a clear day. Located 70 km north-west of Kathmandu and divided from the Langtang area by the Trishuli Gandaki range, the highest peak is Yangra also known as Ganesh I (7,422m). The name for the range comes from the Hindu deity Ganesha, usually depicted in the form of an elephant. The south face of Pabil (Ganesh IV) slightly resembles an elephant with a ridge that is reminiscent of an elephant's trunk. The first ascent of Ganesh I happened on October 6th, 1955. The Summit party was composed of respected guides Raymond Lambert, Pierre Vittoz, Eric Gauchar and Claude Kogan. Ganesh Himal expedition is a month-long trek through the High Himalayan snow-capped regions of Nepal. The expedition begins with a scenic drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi and then walks across the natural landscape with lush green forest and snow-covered area. We also walk across numerous cultural and ancient tourist attractions to the summit.

Overview

Trip Code WPP-001-GHXP

Destination Nepal

Altitude 7422m

Region Manaslu Region

Season Spring and Autumn

Difficulty Moderate

Accomodation Hotel, Tea House & Tent

Duration 34 Days

Itinerary

Day 1 : Arrive at Kathmandu Day 2 : A full day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu valley, the capital city Day 3 : Expedition Preparation Day Day 4 : Drive to Syafrubesi (1,500m/4,920ft) Day 5 : Trek from Syafrubesi to Paragang Day 6 : Trek from Paragang to Garthali Day 7 : Trek from Gathali to Kalotuppa (4,705m/15,432ft) Day 8 : Trek from Kalotuppa to Thangjung Kharka Day 9 : Trek from Thangjung Kharka to Sanjun Kharka (4,076m/13,369ft) Day 10 : Trek from Sanjun Kharka to Ganesh Himal Basecamp Day 11-26 : Climbing Days [Basecamp-Summit (7,446m/24,422ft)-Basecamp] Day 27 : Clean up Basecamp and rest Day 28 : Trek down to Thangjung Kharka Day 29 : Trek down to Garthali Day 30 : Trek down to Chilime (1,762m/5,779ft) Day 31 : Trek to Syafrubesi Day 32 : Drive back to Kathmandu Day 33 : Leisure day at Kathmandu Day 34 : Departure

Day 1: Arrive at Kathmandu

Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu, our company representative will meet and welcome you to Nepal and then you'll be transferred to your confirmed hotel. Once you finish the check-in procedure, you can rest & relax at the hotel. Later you will be accompained by the office staff for a short tour of Thamel to make you familiar with some good restaurants, ATMs, money changer and other necessary places you might need during your stay in Thamel.

Day 2: A full day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu valley, the capital city

The very next morning, after breakfast you will leave for a full day sightseeing tour around Kathmandu valley. You can visit the sacred Pashupatinath Temple and Swyambhunath, very ancient and essentially enlisted in UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The biggest Buddhist Stupa at Boudhanath and the fine arts and historical architecture of Kathmandu Durbar Square reflecting the ancient Nepalese culture which is the highlights of our guided tour. A visit to Patan City will enchant you with its famous fine arts and historical architecture. On return to your hotel, you will have time to explore the local area, have dinner and perhaps take a leisurely stroll through the famous streets. Finally, day ends with a Authentic Nepalese Dinner in Nepali Cultural Restaurant.

Day 3: Expedition Preparation Day

We spend a day preparing the final documents, gears & equipment check and so on. You can go for final shopping if something is missed before leaving out for the mountain.

Day 4: Drive to Syafrubesi (1,500m/4,920ft)

6-7 hrs drive to Syabrubesi from Kathmandu. Overnight in Lodge.

Day 5: Trek from Syafrubesi to Paragang

4-5 hrs trek to Gatlang. Overnight in Lodge.

Day 6: Trek from Paragang to Garthali

5-6 hrs. Overnight in a tent.

Day 7: Trek from Gathali to Kalotuppa (4,705m/15,432ft)

5-6 hrs trek. Overnight in a tent.

Day 8: Trek from Kalotuppa to Thangjung Kharka

4-5 hrs. trek. Overnight in a tent.

Day 9: Trek from Thangjung Kharka to Sanjun Kharka (4,076m/13,369ft)

4-5 hrs trek. Overnight in a tent.

Day 10: Trek from Sanjun Kharka to Ganesh Himal Basecamp

5-6 hrs. trek. Overnight in a tent.

Day 11-26: Climbing Days [Basecamp-Summit (7,446m/24,422ft)-Basecamp]

Overnight in a tent.

Day 27: Clean up Basecamp and rest

Overnight in a tent.

Day 28: Trek down to Thangjung Kharka

5-6 hrs trek. Overnight in a tent.

Day 29: Trek down to Garthali

4-5 hrs trek. Overnight in a tent.

Day 30: Trek down to Chilime (1,762m/5,779ft)

4-5 hrs. trek. Overnight in lodge.

Day 31: Trek to Syafrubesi

4-5 hrs. trek. Overnight in lodge.

Day 32: Drive back to Kathmandu

6-7 hrs. drive. Overnight in the hotel.

Day 33: Leisure day at Kathmandu

Leisure day at Kathmandu followed by farewell dinner & celebration. Leisure day at Kathmandu followed by farewell dinner & celebration. You can ask your guide to take you on a sightseeing trip inside Kathmandu Valley. On this day you can go to the various museums around the valley including the Narayanhiti Museum which earlier used to be the residence of the last king of Nepal. You may also go to the hilltop of Nagarkot. After some sightseeing around the world heritage sites in the valley, you will have a farewell dinner and enjoy with your Nepali friends and guide. You might even make plans for extending your stay for Chitwan jungle safari, rafting activities, and more with your guide.

Day 34: Departure

As per your flight schedule you'll be dropped to airport 3 hours prior to the flight time and your trip to Nepal ends here.

Includes

Airport/Hotel transfer in Kathmandu,
All ground transportation as per the itinerary by private vehicle in Kathmandu,
Hotel in Kathmandu for 3 nights pre and 2 nights post on B/B plan on sharing post,
Full-day Kathmandu Heritage site sightseeing by private tourist vehicle,
Professional English-speaking tour guide during sightseeing,
City tour entrance fees of the heritage sites,
Experienced and government-licensed high-altitude trekking and climbing guide during the trekking and climbing period,
All trekking and mountaineering equipment like; Kitchen tents, store tents, dining tents, toilet tents, tables chairs, and cooking utensils for advanced Base Camp and high camp,
Common climbing equipment (necessary fixed and main rope, ice bars, ice screws, snow bars, etc.)
Service of cook and kitchen boy at Base camp,
Food and accommodation during the trek in full board,
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner will be served at base camp,
All food and fuel for Base Camp and higher camps during the expedition for both members and crews,
Daily weather Report service from Seattle based,
Expedition Royalty and climbing permit of Nepal Government to climb Mt. Ganesh,
Nepal government Royalty and fees,
One experienced, trained, government-licensed, climbing/expedition Guide (Sherpa) per client,
All wages, equipment, medical and accidental insurance for all involved staff in trekking and expedition,
Group emergency equipment and medical supplies,
Medical consultation services at the base camp,
Equipment allowances and wages for climbing Sherpas, cooks, Kitchen boys,
Equipment allowance and wages for Government Liaison Officers,
Solar equipment for light and also for charging various electric devices,
1 generator at base camp for computers and other electronic devices,
Headset radios for communication in the mountain,
Satellite Phones (for personal use on the participants’ charge),
Internet at base camp (for personal use on the participants’ charge),
Appropriate food for high altitude and all climbing crew at base camp and above as required,
Rope fixing costs,
The heater will be provided at the base camp for heating the dining room,
Emergency Oxygen, mask, and regulator will be provided,
Travel and rescue arrangements,
Ice fall usage Charge,
5 bottles of 3LTR Poisk Oxygen for members,
Daily Dispatches on www.wppnepal.com,
Welcome and Farewell dinner with beverages.

Excludes

Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return from the mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary,
Personal trekking and climbing gear, Meals in Kathmandu (except breakfast and farewell dinner),
Alcohol and Beverages during the trek and climbing,
Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, shower, etc.),
Emergency Medical Evacuation & any medical costs,
Any other item not listed in the 'Price Includes' section.

Equipments

1.0 Travel Documents

Valid passport
Credit/Debit card
Passport size photo (6 pieces)
Insurance paper and contact address
Family contact number

2.0 Upper Body Wear

Expedition down jacket
Basecamp down jacket
Lightweight fleece top
Wind shirt
Gore-Tex jacket
Waterproof shell jacket
Base layers tops
Trekking cloths
Casual wear

3.0 Lower Body Wear

Thermal bottom base layer (2-3 pcs)
Fleece trousers (2-3 pcs)
Gore-Tex pants (1 pcs)
Mid-weight pants (1-2 pcs)
Lightweight quick dry trekking pants (2-3 pcs)
Gaiters for trekking boots
Down pant Underwear (4-6 pcs)

4.0 Headwear

Sun cap
Desert cap
Balaclava
Banadana or Buff
Fleece hat
Neoprene face mask
Neck gaiter
Sunglass
Ski goggles

5.0 Handwear

Thin fleece gloves (2 pairs)
Liner gloves (2 pairs)
Wind stopper/screen tap gloves (2 pairs)
Mountaineering gloves with removable liners
Summit gloves-7000m

6.0 Footwear

Socks (6 pairs)
Lightweight shoes/sandals
Trekking boots
6000m mountaineering boots
Save gaiters
Down bivvy boots
Camp boots
Foot-wearing system

7.0 Sleeping Bags

Sleeping bag -20°c to -30°c for Base camp Down
Sleeping Bag -40°c for extreme comfort
Thermarests Mattress (Cell foam)
Down Matteres (Inflatable)
Sleeping bag Liner
Inflatable Pillow

8.0 Climbing Equipment

Power Bank
Pee Bottle
Altimeter watch
Pocket Knife
Walking Stick/Trekking Pole
Satellite Phone with credit
Battery
Headlight 500-700Lumens
Spare Snow Goggles
Tape Slings/240cm
Unlock Carabiner (2pcs)
Lock Carabiner (3pcs)
Climbing Helmet
Summit Down Suit – 7000m
Jumar / Ascender
Belay Devices / Figure of 8/ATC guide
Harness
Ice Axe with Spike & Axe Protector
Crampons (fit with boot)/ Packing cover

9.0 Bag packs

Rucksacks 35 L -50 L
Duffle Bag 120 L – 150 L (2pcs)
Laundry / Garbage Bag (Large)
Water Proof Stuff Sacks / Dry Bag –small/medium / Large (3-4)pcs)

10.0 Sun stuff

Banana Boat/Nivea Sun Cream (up to -50SPF)
Lip Guard - 30 to -50 (SPF)
Sun Glasses (Uv Protection)
Glaciers Glasses (Uv Protection)
Moisturizer / Lotion

11.0 Toiletries (Personal)

Toilet Paper / Wet Tissue
Toothpaste
Toothbrush
Soap
Shampoo
Towel
Garbage Bag

12.0 Eating & Drinkings

1 ltr. Water Bottle
1/1.5ltr. Thermos Mug (Opt.)
Spoon / Fork (opt.)
Bowl (opt.)

13.0 Medical / First Aid

Brufen / Ibuprofens
Antibiotic
Diamox
Paracetamol
Handy Plaster
Crack Bandage
Tincture Iodine
Ondem
Cetirizine
Electrolyte
Minil 10mg (Palpitation, anxiety)
Codopar (Headache & chest pain)
Salbetol 4mg (Breathless)
Azithromycin 500mg (chronic tonsillitis, fever, nose, throat infection-must take 5 days)
Flupen 250mg (prevent wound infection)
Allegra 120/180mg (Allergic tonsil)
Menstrual Products