Ruby Valley Trekking

Day 01: Arriving in Kathmandu [1,310m/4,323ft].

On your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport you will transfer to the hotel by our airport representative. After your freshness we will have talk about your trekking plan in the hotel or our office. You will meet your guide also. You can ask your question about the trek. Stay overnight at hotel. 

Day 02: Sightseeing Tours around Kathmandu Valley & Trek Preparation.

After your breakfast we will start sightseeing tour with our excellent tour guide. Including Pashupatinath Temple, Bouddhanath Stupa, Monkey Temple (Swyambhunath Stupa), Kathmandu Durbar Squre, Patan Durbar Squre etc. In the tour you have to chances to learn historical, cultural and traditional background of Nepal. Stay overnight at hotel.

Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Shyabru Besi [1,503m/4,945Ft]. 8-9 hrs.

After earlier breakfast, we start our journey by drive to north range of Kathmandu throughout ridgeline landscape to arrive Syabru Besi passing through Dhunche. Enjoy with the stunning views of the Mountains through the terraced ground and rural villages.

Day 04: Trek from Syabru Besi to Gatlang [2,337m/7,690Ft]. 5- 6 hrs hike.

After having breakfast we start our trip to Gaatlang through Bahun Danda Pass and then down to the Tamang settlement of Gatlang. Gatlang is a Tamang village with exclusive customs and craftsmanship in a magnificent setting. In the way also lies Parvati Kund (Lake), popular during Janai Purnima when thousands of pilgrims are involved to the blessed pond and nearby temple.

Day 05: Trek from Gatlang to Somdang [3,271 m/10,760Ft] 6-7 hrs.

We continue our trip to Somdang by ascending through pine and rhododendron forest to Yuri Kharka. Then we take a lunch and continue to Khurphu Bhanjyang and then dropping down to the Somdang River. The Somdang River is a border between Rasuwa and Dhading districts. Stay overnight at Somdang village.

Day 06: Acclimatization day [3,271 m/10,760Ft].

Today is the rest day of our trekking. We can visit around Somdang Village.

Day 07: Somdang to Tipling through Pangsang Pass [3,842m/ 12,640Ft].

We start our trip from Somdang Village early in the morning with Pack lunch. Pangsang Kharka is a viewpoint southwest of Somdang village with wide scenery of the surrounding landscape. To the north are the towering peaks of Manaslu and the Ganesh Himal Range. Stay overnight at Tipling.

Day 08: Tipling to Shertung [1,875m/6,188Ft]. 5-6 hrs.

Today we descend to cross the Adha Khola on a box bridge and ascend to the villages of Shertung. Shertung is populated mainly by Tamang Peoples. The name Shertung means 'place of gold'. According to a legend, two brothers in search of gold were lead here by a dream and so the settlement was born. Amazing Mountains View of Lapsang Karpo, Ganesh Himal as well as Ganesh II and III can be seen from the Shettung village.

Day 09: Visit Hot Springs (2 ½ hrs walk) and trek back Chalish Gaon [1,674m/5,505Ft]. 5 hrs.

After having breakfast, our trek down to Chalish village taking 30 minutes’ walk, leave your most of the extra luggage and trek to Tatopani (hot springs) walking 1 ½ hours where pack lunch will be right to eat (no lodge has built yet). Enjoy half of the day taking bath with one of the best hot spring of this Ganesh Himal region. After enjoyed hot spring then return back to Chalish village.

Day 10: Trek from Chalish to Jharlang [3,000m/9,900Ft]. 5-6 hrs.

After having breakfast trek to Mani Danda which takes around 30 minutes walk from there you will see the awesome Ganesh Himal ranges mountain views. Trek continued passing Deul danda, Gobre village Chhap danda & Bandari Bhir. Then arrive at Borlang village which is also popular for Tamang people and trek continue to Ukhum. After lunch we continue to Jharlang village through Lishne jungle.

Day 11: Jharllang Gaun to Darkha Gaun [850m/2,805Ft]. 6-7 hrs.

After taking breakfast we continue our trek, most of the way down to Jharlang Phedi walking around 2 and ½ hours. Passing through suspension bridges, wonderful views of Ankhu khola and Chyamchyat as well as Ri-village other side of the river, finally we reach at Darkha gaon. This village is combine culture village of Brahmin people, Tamangs & Dalit as well.

Day 12: Darkha Gaun to Dhading Besi and further drive to Kathmandu [1,310m/4,323ft]. Around 7 hrs of drive.

After having breakfast trek all the way down to Darkha Phedi from Dharke Village, it takes around 45 minutes downhill walk and then take sharing local Jeep with other peoples and arrives in Dhading Besi after 3-4 hours rough-tough and zig –zags road drive. From Dhading Besi change another bus and drive back to Kathmandu it takes about 3 hours driving.

Day 13: Rest Day in Kathmandu [1,310m/4,323ft].

Today is yours own day, you can do shopping & visit around Thamel market. In evening Gold Mountain Nepal Treks offer you a farewell dinner in neighboring famous restaurant. Stay overnight at hotel.

Day14: Final Departure to International Airport.

Team of Gold Mountain Nepal Treks say good-bye and takes you to the international airport to catch your flight back to your home with wishing you a nice journey.

Information of passport and visas

You must to have a valid passport with at least 6 months validity from return date of your trips.  You can easily get visas for Nepal from the Nepalese Consulate in your country or up on arrival in Kathmandu Airport (Tribhuwan International Airport). Nepalese visas cost is USD 25 for 15 days & USD 40 for 30 days.

Information of money & credit card

In Nepal you have to pay 3.5 % credit card commission as per Nepal’s Bank rules, on your payable amount of the total cost.  So, please be positive that you bring some cash in USD to pay us. The same, for your extra expenses as well which are not included in our cost. We would like to request you not to change your money in the Airport expect your emergency case. You get the exchange rate is very low there. Our office well provides you the facility to exchange your money. Or, you can change from Money Changers or bank as well. Master Card, Visa Card, Paypal also accepted in major shopping center and in most of the tourist class hotels.

Bring required personal/official document

We want to suggest that to bring some of the required documents like valid passport, 4 extra passport sized photographs (for trekking permits), your travel insurance, airline tickets and luggage tags. Visas can be obtained upon arrival at Kathmandu. For details information about the required official papers don't be hesitate to ask us.

Case of flight delay

Flight by plane and helicopter are might be cancellations or delay cause of bad weather in remote areas. Some other times, operational complication may occur which is more possible to happen in Everest Region- Kathmandu ­­– Lukla – Kathmandu flight, Annapurna region- Pokhara – Jomsom – Pokhara flight, Dolpa, Simikot , Jumla region etc. As these flights have some problem with fixed schedule, it is also suggested to carry extra money for food and accommodations. Trekking in the remote areas, especially during unusual season, you’re advised to keep extra days to prepare with some delays and avoid frustrating result. In case of delay in flight previous to trek departure or at the end of the trek, you need to manage your accommodation and food costs by yourself.

About your travel insurance

We request to all our valued clients to make and bring your complete travel insurance package. Your insurance must cover against medical, emergency evacuation, personal accident, trip cancellation, natural calamity, lost of gears, theft or damage your baggage etc.

Electricity Crisis Problem in Nepal

It is difficult to told you that Nepal has an electricity problem because Nepal is 2nd richest country in water resource but it is true Nepal still facing the problem. It means there is electricity off for some hours in day and night time. Most of the hotels in Kathmandu, Pokhara and other cities are possible to have no battery backup. In that case Air condition may not work and, sometimes, TV and other electric utensils may not run. Some hotels have possible to run the TV and AC as well. But, only few of them are lies in this standard category.

So, be organized for this while you are traveling in Nepal.  For that situation, we suggested you to bring the flashlight with extra batteries.

Clothing and Equipment for Traveling in Mountains of Nepal

Trekking in the Mountains require to arrangement of equipment as you have to find yourself comfortable at higher altitude of Mountains. The basic clothing items are listed here please notice that.

Personal Equipments,

• Down jacket or sweater.
• Wind/Water proof jacket (opt).
• Down vest and/or jacket (opt)
• Gloves (2 pairs).
• Sun hat or scarf.
• Sunglasses with UV protection.
• T-shirts minimum 2.
• Underwear (3).
• Hiking shorts (2).
• Lightweight cotton long pants.
• Light & Expedition weight thermal bottoms.
• Wool pants.
• Waterproof pants.
• Thin, lightweight internal socks (4).
• Thick, warm wool Trekking/Hiking socks (4).
• Hiking boots with extra laces.
• Camp shoes or sandals.

 Other Necessary Equipments,

• Sleeping bag at least rated to zero degrees F.
• Head light with extra bulbs and batteries.
• Basic First Aid Kit (Normal Medicine e.g. Sitamol, Diamox etc.)
• Large plastic bags to keep dry inside items of trek bag.
• Trekking Bag (approximately 2500 to 3000 cubic inches is ok).
• Water bottles (2).
• Toilet paper.
• Small washable towel.

*We manage all camping equipment for the Camping Trekking.

Can I buy/rent equipment in Kathmandu

Yes, you can do that but it is not actually required to spend large amount of your money to buy extra equipment and clothing earlier to your trip because most of the trekking equipment can be hired from Trekking shops within Kathmandu. Most of the gear is locally contrived. Some Chinese equipment are possible to be more expensive but qualitative. You can take Sleeping bag and down jacket easily on rent. Each item can be rented for less than USD 1 per day. You have to manage other items buying them yourself. Surely these items are more possible to be cheaper than those in your Country or hometown. We will display all the necessary equipment you need on the second day of your arrival.

How to book my trip

First choose the trip which you want to do? Then contact us through mail or phone, email is more effective and clear as well, after getting your email or call we will process for your booking. To confirm your booking, we need 20% amount of your total amount the payment can be made throughout the Bank transfer, Credit card payment (Master/Visa Card) or through online money transfers also Western Unions, Money Gram or others. After we get the 20% amount your booking will be confirmed and you will get the official booking and payment receipt from us. The rest amount you can pay after arrival at our office or hotel.