Paldor Peak Climbing

Paldor peak lies at the south-east end of the Ganesh Himal marking the junction of the Tiru and Karpu Dandas at the head of the Mailung Khola, a tributary of the Trisuli Gandaki River. The name Ganesh is taken from the elephant-headed Hindu god of good luck, probably the most popular deity in the Kathmandu valley. On a clear day the Ganesh Himal, with the icy fangs of Pabil (7101m), Logsang Karpo (7150m), Ganesh I (7406m) and Ganesh V (6950m) can be seen forming an imposing backdrop to the north-west of Kathmandu. 

The quickest approach to Paldor and Ganesh Himal is from Syabru Besi near Dunche in the Trisuli valley which can be reached in a 6 to 7 hours drive from Kathmandu. From here the trail crosses the Langtang Khola to Syabru Bensi. After crossing the Bhote Kosi River the route leads via Tamang villages of Tangjet and Gatlang, and 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 reached from here in another days walk. A more interesting approach is the trek from Sundarijal (on the outskirts of Kathmandu valley) through the hills of Helambu and over the Gosainkunda range to Syabru. The return from the mountain can be made by trekking directly to Trisuli Bazaar in about 4 or 5 days from where a drive.

Fact of Peak
Trekking Destination: Ganesh Himal, Pangsang Pass (4000m) & Paldor Peak (5728m)
Trek Start: Syabru Bensi
Maximum Altitude: 5728 m
Grade: Moderate & Fairly Strenuous
Season: Spring & Autumn
Accommodation: Tea house/simple lodge & camping
Duration: 17 Days
Trek End: Kintang Besi or Dhading Besi 

Itinerary

Day 01: Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu and a representative of Nepal Adventure Guide will welcome and transfer you to your selected hotel by private vehicle.

Day 02: Sightseeing in Kathmandu valley by private vehicle with an expert tour guide.

1. Kathmandu Durbar Square
2. Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple)
3. Boudhanath Stupa (Large white Buddhist Stupa)
4. Pashupatinath (Hindu Temple)
5. Patan Durbar Square (Ancient city)
6. Bhaktapur Durbar Square (55-window palace)

Day 03: Kathmandu to Syabru Bensi (1460m) by bus (9 hrs) stays overnight in tented camp or in lodge.

Day 04: Trek to Gatlang (2700m) walking (7 hrs) stay overnight at tented camp.

Day 05: Trek to Pangsang (4000m) walking (7 hrs) stay overnight at tented camp.

Day 06: Trek to Paldor Base camp (4780m) walking (7 hrs) stay overnight at tented camp.

Day 07: Excursion around high camp and stay same place.

Day 08: Climb to Summit (5728m) (5 hrs) and stay overnight at base camp.

Day 09: Trek to Pangsang (4000m) walking (6 hrs) stay overnight at lodge or in tented camp.

Day 10: Trek to Tipling (2500m) stay overnight at tented camp.

Day 11: Trek to Chalisegaon (1950m) stay overnight at tented camp.

Day 12: Full day rest and explore typical Gurung village.

Day 13: Trek to Jharlang (1360m) walking (7 hrs) stay overnight at tented camp.

Day 14: Trek to Kintang Besi (905m) walking (7 hrs) stay overnight at tented camp.

Day 15: Back to Kathmandu by vehicle (7 hrs) stay overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 16: Souvenir and sightseeing in Kathmandu.

Day 17: A representative of Nepal Adventure Guide will drop you off at Tribhuvan International Airport by private vehicle.

Price Includes:

• Airport pick-up and drop off by private vehicle.
• Four nights in your selected Kathmandu hotel with breakfast.
• A full day’s sightseeing in Kathmandu by private vehicle.
• All meals during the trek (lunch, dinner, breakfast and tea or coffee).
• Accommodation in simple lodges or camping in twin shared tents with mattress. All necessary equipment for camping.
• One English speaking government trained license holder and well informed trekking guide.
• One porter for two people to carry luggage.
• Dependent on group size, cook, kitchen boy and extra porters.
• All expenses for guide and porters - meals, accommodation, salary, equipment, insurance, transportation (bus/flights) etc.
• First Aid kit bag.
• Government and local area taxes where applicable.
• TIMS card fees (Trekking Information Management System).
• Kathmandu to Syabru Besi and Kintang Besi to Kathmandu by private vehicle.
• Climbing fee.
• One climbing guide and all climbing equipment.

Price Excludes:

• Nepalese entry visa fee. (See the ‘Visa Information’ link under ‘Trekking Info’ for current fees)
• Travel insurance.
• Soft and alcoholic drinks (mineral water, hot water, coke, fanta, beer, spirits, etc).
• Snacks (Chocolate, biscuits etc).
• Hot water, hot shower, heater charge, battery charge, phone calls and laundry service.
• Donation, tips and personal expenses.
• Emergency evacuation and medical equipment.
• Hire equipment and other personal items (sleeping bag, down jacket, hiking boots camera, toilet rolls etc).
• In case of natural calamities i.e. political unrest, cancellation of flight due to weather, landslides, etc, the extra charge will be borne by themselves.
• Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.

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