Ruby Valley Trek

Duration

10D, 9N

Start / End

KATHMANDU TO KATHMANDU

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Grade

Moderate

Stay

Tea House Lodge and Homestays

Best Season

MAR-MAY, SEP-NOV

Max Altitude

3842 m

Group Size

1-15 Pax

Transport

Land

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Overview

You can find Ruby Valley between Manaslu Conservation Area and Langtang National Park. This trek goes through the Ganesh Himal and Langtang Ranges on a brand-new set of trails. The trail is called Ruby Valley because the Ganesh Himal area has rocks containing gem rubies. Even though mining is not very important, this area has a lot of minerals, including this precious red stone. Rhododendron, pine, and oak trees grow in thick forests that you can walk through. Take in the view of the snow-covered mountains, such as Ganesh Himal, Langtang, and Manaslu. On the auspicious day of Janai Purnima, thousands of pilgrims gather at the holy lake of Parvati Kund. Also, there are a lot of shrines, temples, and Buddhist monasteries that are not of the same religion but work well together. You will go through Langtang National Park and the Manaslu Conservation Area on the way. This will let you see rhododendron trees, oak trees, alpine forests, asparagus, caterpillar fungus, and sanjivini booti, among other rare and exotic plants. Animals like the ghoral, the snow leopard, the Himalayan deer, the barking deer, bears, the monal, and many kinds of birds will also make your walk memorable. Ruby Valley Trek is best for people who want to hike in areas that are not very popular with tourists so they can experience real local culture, stay at home, and talk to people who live in the area. Tamang, Gurung, Magar, and Dalit are the main racial groups. In the upper part of Ganesh Himal, in villages like Tipling, Sertung, and Jharlang, the majority of the people are Tamang. In the lower part of Ruby Valley, there are Brahmans, Kshetris, and Dalits. The Ruby Valley Trek links up with the Langtang and Manaslu Treks. You can keep trekking up Manaslu if you have time. That being said, please let us know if you want to change the plan; we will be happy to do that

Highlights

Explore the hidden Ruby Valley, an off-the-beaten-path trekking destination nestled between the Langtang National Park and Manaslu Conservation Area, offering peaceful trails and authentic Himalayan e

Experience genuine local homestays, staying with Tamang, Gurung, Ghale, and Brahmin families while discovering their traditions, culture, local cuisine, and warm mountain hospitality.

Enjoy spectacular mountain panoramas from Pangsang La Pass (3,850 m), featuring breathtaking views of Ganesh Himal, Langtang Himal, Manaslu, and surrounding alpine landscapes.

Relax in the natural Tatopani hot springs and visit the sacred alpine lakes of Kalo Kunda, Seto Kunda, and Ganesh Kunda while trekking through rhododendron forests, waterfalls, and terraced hillsides.

Discover the natural treasures of Ganesh Himal, including ruby deposits, rare Himalayan medicinal herbs, pristine forests, diverse wildlife, and one of Nepal's most culturally rich and least-explored

Itinerary (10D, 9N)

Cost Included

  • Airport transfers in Kathmandu
  • 1 night hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast
  • Private transportation Kathmandu-Betrawati and Lapagaon-Kathmandu
  • All permits (Langtang National Park, TIMS)
  • Experienced guide and porters
  • All accommodation (teahouse + 1 camping night)
  • Camping equipment for 1 night (tent, mat, dining tent, kitchen)
  • Professional cook for camping section
  • Three meals a day during trek

Cost Excluded

  • International airfare and Nepal visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips for guide and porters
  • Meals in Kathmandu

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