Paldor Peak Climbing with Ruby Valley Trek
Paldor lies at the south-east end of Ganesh Himal marking the junction of the Tiru and Karpu Dandas at the head of the Mailung Khola, a tributary of the Trisuli River. The name Ganesh is taken from the elephant-headed Hindu god of good luck, probably the most popular deity in the Kathamndu valley. On a clear day the Ganesh Himal, with the icy fangs of Pabil (7,101m / 23,300ft), Logsang Karpo (7,150m / 23,458ft), Ganesh I (7,406m / 24,298ft) and Ganesh V (6,950m / 22,802ft) can be seen forming an imposing backdrop to the north-west of Kathamndu.
The quickest approach to Paldor and Ganesh Himal is from Sabru near Dunche in the Trisuli valley which can be reached in a 6 to 8 hours drive from Kathmandu. From here the trail crosses the Langtang Khola to Sabrubesi. After crossing the Bhote Kosi river the route leads via Tamang villages of Tangjet and Gatlang, then heads northwards along the ridge before dropping into the forest above Mailung Khola to pick up the newly built road that leads to an army post. The moraine filled valley below Paldor is eached from here. We end the trekking through another part of Ganesh himal which is well known for Ganesh himal Home stay trekking. It offers the client meetings with typical real Nepalese people which also could be called an educational or cultural tour. You will stay near local people's houses where you find their familiar environment, so that you will see Nepalese people's real lifestyle. You will have face to face interaction with them.
THE CLIMBING ROUTES for Paldor Peak climbing:
a) North-East Ridge (Tilman's Route).
b) South-East Ridge.
c) South-West Buttrest.
d) West Ridge
Fact of this trip |
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Trip Duration | 13 days |
Max. Altitude: | 5896m./19456ft. |
Minimum Altitude: | 655m./2161ft. |
Grade: | Hard |
Activities: | Trekking /climbing |
Accommodation: | Tent/Camping |
Meals: | Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner with tea/coffee |
Transportation: | Overland |
Trek Departure: | Every day throughout the week |
Group Size: | 1 person to 20 persons (maximum) |
Best season: | March, April, May, Sep, Oct & Nov. |
Available Time: | All months except January, Feb, June, July & August |
Per day trekking: | 4 to 6 hours |
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Suggeste Itinerary
Day 1 : Kathmandu –Safru bensi (1600m./5280ft.) 7 hours drive
We drive to Safru bensi via Dhunche by overland. We stay overnight at tent Safru bensi.
Meals included : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Syambru Bensi - Gatlang (2238m./7385ft.) 5 hours walk
We trek to Gatlang and stay there at tent.
Meals included : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Gatlang - Somdang ( 3258m./10751ft.) 6 hours walk
We head to Somdang then stay there overnight at tent.
Meals included : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Somdang- Lari (3700m./12210ft.)
We trek continue to Lari then camp there overnight at tent.
Meals included : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Jasta Khani- Paldor Base camp ( 4280m./14124ft.) 5 hours walk
We ascend to Paldor Base camp then stay there overnight at tent .
Meals included : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Acclimatization day
We have a rest day here for acclimatization to make sure for summit the paldor peak with any altitude problem. We stay at same camp overnight at tent.
Meals included : Breakfst, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Summit Paldor peak ( 5896m./19456ft.) - Base camp
We ascent early morning to summit Paldor peak in time and walk back to Base camp and stay there overnight at tent.
Meals included : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8: Base camp- Somdang ( 3270m./10791ft.) 6 hours walk
We walk down to Somdang then stay there overnight at tent.
Meals included : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9: Somdang- Pangsang ( 3850m./12705ft.) - Tipling ( 2150m./7095ft.) 6 hours walk
We begin early to Pangsang pass descend to Tipling village. The view from pangsang is incredible. For the Sunrise view, you have to climb around at 5 am in the morning (hill) 1 hour to the top. The Hidden valley of Ankhu, Trishuli with coulorful rhododendron flowers, Mountain views are recommended all around from the top. Langtang lirung, Dhorjelakpa, Sangden himal, Gosain kunda and range east and west Annapurna, Manaslu and the front view of Ganesh himal very beautiful. After nice view and small snack, we gradually down to Tipling. Stay overnight there at tent.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10: Tipling- Sertung- Chalish village (1674m/5505ft.) 3 hours walk
Trek to Chalish village. First walking is steep down hill to Ada khola and easy walk to Chalish village. It is a small beautiful Gurung village Chalish. There are poor government school, temple and barn near by village. The main occupations of the people are farming. The scenic beauties you can glance are of green hills, terraces and villages at close distance. You will have magnificent view of Ganesh himal range and Paldor peak from this village. Stay overnight at tent.
Meals included : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11: Explore the village and rest day
Climb early morning to Mugu danda( hill) for panoramic view more then 12 snowcapped peaks – as Mount Manaslu, Ganesh himal range, Paldor peaks many more. You will visit old Buddhist monastery in Sertung village and explore the village. In the evening, the local community will offer to entertain you with their cultural performance. Stay overnight at tent .
Meals included : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 12: Chalish Village- Borang- Jharlang (1500m./4950ft.) 5 hours walk
This day starts late because of lots of flower (garland) will be on your neck at the departure time and say bye bye and next welcome with Apple pie. We head to Jharlang. All the way our path, It is gradual walk passing through several villages, farming terraces and green hills. These villages are predominated by Tamangs respectively. Maize, millet, rice, wheat, buckwheat and green vegetables are their main staple food. Jharlang is a Tamang village where you find a government school and numerous typical houses. The main occupation of the locals is agriculture. Stay overnight at tent.
Meals included : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 13: Jharlang- Dhading bensi- Kathmandu ( 1300m./4290ft.) 8 hours drive
Drive to Kathmandu via Dundure and Dhading besi . Transfer to your hotel.
Meals included : Breakfast, Lunch
Trip ends
For below services, our offer is based on :
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There will be provided One main guide and one assistance climbing guide for the group above 6 pax.
Cost Includes:
Cost Excludes:
Paldor Peak climbing Permit
Paldor Peak permit is mandatory to climb Paldor Peak. The fee structure is fixed by Nepal Governtment and Nepal Mountaineering association ( NMA ). US $ 250 per person during spring season March- May, US $ 125 per person during Autmn Septebmer to November, US $ 70 per person during winter December to February and US $ 70 per perosn during Monsoon June to August. You can obtain the permit through government registered and NMA affiliated Trekking agency as Nepal Alternative Treks with certain formalities. We have included permit in our service.
When you select your personal items, keep in mind the number of days you will be trekking, the time of year and the altitude. We advise our clients to bring these items:
- Lightweight walking boots "walked" them in prior to arrival in Nepal to avoid blisters.
- Light weight pants, shorts
- At night -track top, pants
- T-shirts.
- Long sleeve shirt, if susceptible to sunburn.
- Sun hat - sunburn is severe at rarefied altitudes.
- Thick outer wooden socks, thin inner cotton
- Vaseline for feet and crutch.
- Water bottle - 2 liters.
- Sunglasses and strap
- Small headlamp/flashlight /torch
- Personal medical supplies - do not forget ban - aids, elastic bandage
- Sunscreen, sun bock, sun - tan lotion.
- Small daypack - 25 liters.
- Rain jacket - poncho style to cover backpack.
- Small towels
- Warm down fiber filled jacket - 15 c ( You can get on rent at Thamel)
- Sleeping bag to -15c with inner sheet ( You can get on rent at Thamel)
- Thermal underwear, woolen shirts and thick sweaters.
- A pair of gloves
- Snow glasses and strap
- Personal climbing gears
Travel Insurance
It is a condition of joining any of our trips that be protected against comprehensive expenses potential to incur due to medical issues or accidents (to include air ambulance, helicopter rescue, and treatment costs). Please be noted that we don’t arrange or sell insurance. A relaxed trip is not possible without good travel insurance. In the event of any sickness or injury, the cost of emergency treatment and evacuation is shocking. Therefore, travel insurance is strongly recommended for everyone who signs up with Nepal alternative Trekking.
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Acute mountain sickness is an illness that can affect trekkers at high altitudes, usually above 8,000 feet (2,400 meters). If you follow precautious and our guide then you can avoid it.
Treatment
Diamox may be given to help you breathe better. It can help reduce mild symptoms. This medicine can make you urinate more often. Make sure you drink plenty of fluids and avoid alcohol when taking this drug. This medication works best when taken before reaching a high altitude.
Keys to preventing acute mountain sickness include:
First aid |
Owing to a sudden change in climate, altitude and other factors, it is obvious that there could arise some alterations in your health. It would be hard to know all aspects of Nepal's health problems.You will be eating and drinking in various outlets. Diarrhea is a common illness that a tourist would be facing. So, it is recommended to drink purified water and eat in clean outlets. Drinking and eating precautions will surely help to take care of many health problems that could arise during the trip. Staying hydrated during the travel, trekking, tours is highly recommended too. If any problem should arise during the trip. Being on good health before leaving for a trip would help you to enjoy your trip to the fullest.Though Nepal alternative treks will be carrying first aid medical kid, you are also suggested to take personal basic first medicines for in case. Accommodation
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Lie Ping Tang & Robert
USA
A wonderful & interesting trek overall. Unfortunately, due to unforeseen circumstances ( heavy snow fall & Lie ping with a bad cold) we were unable to cross the Ganja la pass. However, our guide Simbir offered us as alternative trek which took us on a difference journey of Nepal. We had the opportunity to visit & stay in many local villages and meet Tamang, Gurung people experience, their lifestyle and culture. We visited our guide’s home town of Chalishgaun and timed it right to join in with Diwali celebrations!
Dani gaillard Picher
France
The Trek was an amazing experience and Simbir really provided an inside perspective to village life and was very patient with me as a first trek trekker. Hari did a wonderful job as well. Condition were a little more tough than I expected and I wished I could have done much more to help the villagers who took me in as “ Didi”. Thanks you so much for sharing your lives with me and I will never forget of well arranged the trip by Nepal alternative treks.
Namaste !
Maik Reger
Germany
Hi All,
I have a nice trip with my family. My guide Dhan was the best. I will come back. Thank you !
Siobhan Murphy
UK
The trek was excellent. The service has been brilliant from before we left the Uk and the whole trip. I can’t fault the services-problems sorted out immediately Mr. Dillip and Lal porter were excellent, helpful, and always cheerful. We will always remember this trip. I will recommend this company to everyone and I hope you continue to be successful Tej.
Kornkamon Chittreekhun
Thailand
For the whole package is so good. I am very satisfied with the service, guide and porter while trekking. Good guide for sightseeing is also Ok. I will probably come back and use the company’s service again soon! Thanks for everything!
Mr. James and Ms. Mariya
USA
I found my experience in Nepal to be an overall favorable experience. Our guides were very hospitable, knowledgeable and helpful. This company arrangement for our trip was perfect. I would like to come back again for longer time. Thanks !