Paldor Peak Climbing

You will meet a representative from Himalaya Guide after landing in the Tribhuwan International Airport. A Nepali style welcome with garlands and Dosalla will soon follow. After that, he will escort you to a hotel in Thamel. You can ask some more Dos and Don’ts during the drive which might be helpful here. Rest for the day after reaching the hotel. In your spare time, you can stroll and take a taste of the local market. Overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu.

Accommodation: Hotel
Walking / Driving: 30M

We have a whole day today to prepare for the gears and climbing equipment for the Paldor Peak Climb. First, you will visit our office with your guide for the orientation session of the climb. We will go through the routes, major places, and points you will be during the journey. After that all you will get some tips from professional peak climbing experts for the climb. Next, your guide will help you with the preparation. He will also take you to gear shop if required to buy additional gears/supplies. With everything taken care of, he will drop you to your hotel. Overnight at Kathmandu.

Itinerary Meal: B
Accommodation: Hotel
Walking / Driving: 2-3 hours

With an early breakfast at your hotel start your journey towards the Langtang region. Your guide will meet you outside the hotel soon. From here you will take a cab to the local bus station. From here, you will travel on a bus to Syabrubesi. In the higher hills near the Himalayas, this drive is eventful and can take around 6-8 hours. You can have some beautiful views from the window of your bus. Stopping in one of the midway settlement, we will take our lunch and continue towards Syabrubesi. After reaching there we will rest for the day. Overnight at a lodge in Syabrubesi

Itinerary Meal: B+L+D
Accommodation: Lodge
Walking / Driving: 6-hours drive.

Itinerary Meal: B+L+D
Accommodation: Lodge
Walking / Driving: 4-5 hours walk.

Today, we will start our trek from Gatlang village leading us to Somdang. Beginning in a relaxed trail leaving Gatlang, the trail passes through pine and rhododendron forests. We will walk past Parvati Kunda to reach our lunch spot, Yuri Kharka.

We will walk down to the Somdang River next. Somdang River also marks the border between Rasuwa and Dhading District here. We will soon find ourselves in a scenic valley. The trail passes by the iconic Chukarma Waterfall from here. We will reach Somdang in the afternoon. Overnight at a lodge in Somdang.

Itinerary Meal: B+L+D
Accommodation: Lodge
Walking / Driving: 6-7 hours walk

We will have our first rest day today. It is also important for acclimatization being over 3000 meters above sea level. Following over 900 meters of elevation the day before the rest makes sure trekkers don’t overexert themselves. Somdang village is in a wonderful location showcasing a panoramic view of the surrounding peaks of the Ganesh and Jugal ranges. You can also visit the Lari mine areas. This mine is famous for the highly prized beautiful rubies. The Ruby valley trek centers on the Somdang village and the mine. Rest for the day back at the village. Overnight at a lodge in Somdang.

Itinerary Meal: B+L+D
Accommodation: Lodge
Walking / Driving: 2-3 hours

From Somdang village we will leave the settled village region and walk pass the few mines to reach Paldor Base Camp. The terrain starts to change significantly as we get near the base camp. We will also pass by JastaKhani (zinc mine) on the way.

Following a rocky glacier trail, we will reach the base camp in the late afternoon. After setting the camp to enjoy a beautiful sunset view. Overnight at a tented camp in Paldor Base Camp.

Itinerary Meal: B+L+D
Accommodation: Camping
Walking / Driving: 5-6 hours walk

From the base camp of Paldor, it is a short but demanding climb to reach the high camp. The high camp in itself looks like a summit just below a high hill beside the main Paldor Peak. We will rest for the day after setting up our camp at the High camp. Prepare for the climb to the summit, the next day and sleep early for a proper rest. Overnight at Paldor High Camp.

Itinerary Meal: B+L+D
Accommodation: Camping
Walking / Driving: 3-4 hours walk

We will Summit Paldor Peak today. Starting very early from the high camp, the climb passes through steep climb with mesmerizing views of the mountains. The sunrise views are fantastic from the climb and we will soon be near the summit. For the final climb up to the top, we have a steep rise followed by a moderate climb to the top.

The views of the Ganesh range, LangtangLirung alongside other majestic peaks all around are out of the world. Take some photos and enjoy the moment here. We will start the descent soon and head back to the high camp of Paldor Peak.

From the high camp, we will continue further to the Paldor base camp. Rest for the day in the camp after reaching the base camp. Overnight at a tented camp.

Itinerary Meal: B+L+D
Accommodation: Camping
Walking / Driving: 7-8 hours

We have an extra day separated for bad weather which might postpone the summit of Paldor Peak. The whole procedure to climb the peak will be done this day in case of those scenarios. Otherwise, you will rest and explore the area in Pisang High Camp. Overnight at a tented camp.

Itinerary Meal: B+L+D
Accommodation: Camping

From the Base Camp, we will continue on a different route and head towards Pangsang via Pangsang pass. Walking in the high hills the views are pristine in the trail. Although not among the high Himalayan pass, Pangsang pass is definitely among the most scenic ones. We will set up our camp here and rest for the day. Overnight at a tented camp.

Itinerary Meal: B+L+D
Accommodation: Camping
Walking / Driving: 4-6hours walk

Start the day with one of the scenic views of the sunrise from Pangsang. We have a sharp descent losing over 2000 meters in elevation towards the Chalish village today. First, we will have a lunch stop in the Tipling Village midway. Tipling is a large village with diverse locals.

You can visit the two Buddhist monasteries and also both Catholic and Protestant churches in the village. Continuing the trek, you will walk past terraced farmlands and reach the Chalish village in the afternoon. Rest for the day after reaching Chalish. Overnight at a lodge in Chalish.

Itinerary Meal: B+L+D
Accommodation: Home stay/ Camping.
Walking / Driving: 5-6 hours walk

Today is your well-required rest day in the Chalish village. After a long descent the day before rest and replenish your energy for continuing the trek. Explore the village and head to some nearby attractions once you are here. The hot springs in the village are one such attraction which is about a 3-4-hour trek from the village.

Chalish is also one of the villages in the area in the process of reconstruction after the Earthquake of 2015. Try some local cuisine and share your stories with the people in your stay. Overnight at a lodge/teahouse in Chalish.

Itinerary Meal: B+L+D
Accommodation: Home stay/ Camping.
Walking / Driving: 3-4 hours

From Chalish village we will start the day after breakfast. Walking in a well-maintained trail we will head towards Jharlang village today. The trail is also used by locals for commercial activities in these areas. We will stop at Borang village midway to the trek.

Borang village is also our lunch stop for the way. After a couple more hours of trekking in the forest and beside terraced farmlands, we will reach Jharlang. Overnight at a lodge in Jharlang.

Itinerary Meal: B+L+D
Accommodation: Home stay/ Camping.
Walking / Driving: 5-6 hours walk

From Jharlang we will walk the final part of the trek to Darkha. From Darkha we will catch a bus back to Kathmandu Valley.

We will stop in Dhading Besi for snacks and continue to Kathmandu on a hill highway drive. Once here, we will drop you back to your hotel in Thamel. Rest and head out for a souvenir hunt in the Thamel market. For your departure, we will transfer you to the airport before the flight.

Itinerary Meal: B+L+D
Walking / Driving: 7-8 hours drive.