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Paldor Peak Climbing - 12 days

Trip Overview

Duration: 12 days Country: Nepal
Max. Altitude: 5,903m/19,366ft. Walking Per Day: 6-7 hrs
Accommodation: N/A grade Grade: Fair Strenuous
Best Season: Autumn and Spring Group Size: 1-10
Mode: Tea-House, Tent-Camp Culture: Mixed Culture, Tamang Culture, Brahmins and Kshetris

To the southeast of the Ganesh Himal range, Paldor Peak awaits. It offers you a respectable and impressive 5,896m technical climb, but its contours and features make it perfect for less experienced mountaineers as well as advanced climbers.

This peak climbing expedition includes a vast range of unforgettable sights and adventure activities as you ascend and descend. However, the main highlight will be reaching the Paldor base camp, and then Paldor High Camp. From there, you can gaze triumphantly out to the Ganesh peaks, Langtang Lirung, Manaslu, and the Tibet mountains beyond.

Other highlights of this memorable mountain adventure

One of the reasons Paldor Peak is popular for adventure trekking and mountaineering holidays is that it is highly accessible due to its close proximity to Kathmandu. This makes it a short but technical peak to conquer, with the added benefit of no crowds and the opportunity to enjoy climbing holidays of less than two weeks. 

Under the expert guidance of the team from Nepal Mountain Trekkers, you can expect to go off the beaten trail during your trek and climb vacation. We know all the secrets and most fascinating aspects of this expedition route.

Among the traditions and rituals, you will experience, will be glimpsing daily life in the Tamang village of Gatlang, one of the various national treasures in the Ruby Valley, the spectacular backdrop of one of the most diverse and unforgettable trekking and climbing options in Nepal.

What else to expect from a Ganesh region (Paldor Peak) climb?

This is most certainly an opportunity to climb “a road less traveled”. Though signs of mountain exploration – such as diamond mines and zinc mines - can be found, and indigenous mountain wildlife and alpine plants will be abundant. 

Glacial lakes, streams, and waterfalls have carved a fascinating mountain landscape for you to explore, with pristine snow and ice peppered by geologically significant and ancient rock formations.

The perfect peace and whiteness are contrasted at various stages by the lush greenery of Nepal’s majestic pine forests, and the proud trees and prayer flag displays that line the lower slopes of Himalayan mountain trails.

Preparation, planning and the best Paldor climbing experience

The name Ganesh is derived from the elephant-headed Hindu god responsible for good luck. Under the care of the Nepal Mountain Trekkers, you won’t need luck, as we leave nothing to chance.

While in Kathmandu and the Ganesh Himal region for your Paldor peak climb, your accommodation will be taken care of.

All your safety requirements – and your climbing permit and other paperwork – will also be in the capable hands of our well-trained professionals. They will constantly monitor your use of the climbing gears we provide too.

You will also have ample opportunity to enjoy delicious Nepalese cuisine, and experience the culture and lifestyle of this friendly and welcoming nation. 

You need to be physically fit to do the Paldor Peak climbing expedition in Nepal and confident with ice picks and crampons. You also need to be willing to face new challenges every day – including the thrill of nighttime climbing in the Himalayas - in pursuit of a holiday that will remain vivid in your memory forever.

FAQ Review

Paldor Peak Climbing Itinerary

  • Day 1 Arrive in Kathmandu (1,300m /4,264 ft)
    • Meals :Lunch / Dinner
    • Transportation :Private Vehicle
    • Accommodation :Hotel
    • Location :

      » Kathmandu

      » Tribhuvan International Airport

      » Thamel

    • Highlights :

      » Tribhuvan International Airport

      » Welcoming with Marigold Flower Garland

      » Group Photo

      » Introduction with group members and trekking crew

      » Evening Walk at Thamel

     

  • Day 2 Trek Preparation and Kathmandu Sightseeing
    • Duration :Whole day
    • Meals :Breakfast , Lunch , Dinner
    • Transportation :Private Vehicle
    • Accommodation :Hotel
    • Location :

      » Kathmandu Durbar Square

      » Boudhanath Stupa

      » Pashupatinath Temple

      » Thamel

    • Highlights :

      » Kathmandu Sightseeing

      » Equipment Checking

      » Briefing about the trek

      » Introduction with Guide

     

  • Day 3 Kathmandu – Gatlang (2,340m /7,677 ft) via Golijung(1,841m/6,040ft)
    • Duration :8-9hrs Drive (170Km)
    • Meals :Breakfast, Lunch ,Dinner
    • Transportation :Private Vehicle
    • Accommodation :Lodge/Hotel
    • Ascend :975m/3,200ft
    • Location :

      » Kathmandu

      » Trishuli

      » Kalikasthan

      » Dhunche

      » Shyabrubesi

      » Golijung

      » Gatlang

    • Highlights :

      » Scenic Drive

      » Lush and Green Landscape

      » Remote and rural lowland settlements

      » Authentic Lifestyle of Locals

      » Cool Waterfalls and Perennial Rivers

      » Cascading Hills and Scenic Mountain

      » The viewpoint of Golijung Valley

      » Marvellous Ganesh Himal Peak and Gosaikunda Range

      » Tamang Community

      » Traditional Tamang Village

      » Unique Folk Dances

      » Apple Farms

      » Pristine Lake

      » Rolling and Lush Hills

      » Scenic View of Snow-Capped Mountains

      » Chortens

      » Mani Walls

      » Delicious Cuisines

      » Preserved Aura of Tamang Culture

     

  • Day 4 Gatlang – Somdang (3,270m /10,730 ft) via Khurpudanda Pass(3,620m/11,880ft)
    • Duration :6-7hrs Walk (11-12Km)
    • Meals :Breakfast, Lunch ,Dinner
    • Accommodation :Lodge/Hotel
    • Ascend :1,280m/4,200ft
    • Descend :350m/1,150ft
    • Location :

      » Gatlang

      » Khurpudanda

      » Panshang Kharka

      » Somdang

    • Highlights :

      » Rich Natural Heritage

      » Varieties of Vegetations such as Rhododendron, Fir, Juniper, and other Local Vegetations

      » Cattle for Grazing

      » Lush Greenery during Monsoon

      » Surrounded by High Hills

      » Breathtaking Sceneries

      » View of Paldor Peak – Ultimate Destination and many other Snow-Capped Mountains like Langtang Peak

      » Ganesh Himal Ranges

      » Pasang La Peak etc,

      » Dense Forest

      » Varieties of Wildlife

      » Zinc Mines

      » Army Checkpost

      » Prayer Flags

      » Mani Stones

     

  • Day 5 Somdang – Lari (4,868m /15,972ft)
    • Duration :5-6hrs Walk (9-10Km)
    • Meals :Breakfast, Lunch ,Dinner
    • Accommodation :Tent-Camp
    • Ascend :1,598m/5,242ft
    • Location :

      » Somdang

      » Paiguthang

      » Lari

    • Highlights :

      » Glacial Stream of Mailung River

      » Rocks and Rough Paths Surrounded by Juniper Trees

      » Zinc Mines

      » Mountainous Area

      » View of Majestic Mountains

      » Scenic Landscape

      » Herbs and Vegetations

      » Prayer Flags

      » Mani Stones

      » Wildlife

      » Close View of Paldor Peak

     

  • Day 6 Lari – Paldor Peak Base Camp (4,980m /16,340ft)
    • Duration :5-6hrs Walk (9-10Km)
    • Meals :Breakfast, Lunch ,Dinner
    • Accommodation :Tent-Camp
    • Ascend :112m/368ft
    • Location :

      » Lari

      » Mallung Khola

      » Paldor Base Camp

    • Highlights :

      » Difficult Terrain

      » Rocky Paths and Moraines due to Glacier formed out of the Snowy Himalayas

      » Manganese Mine

      » Last tree-line

      » Steep Ascend

      » Overnight in Tent-Camp

      » Adventure and Excitement

     

  • Day 7 Acclimatization Day | Day Hike
    • Meals :Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner
    • Accommodation :Tent-Camp
    • Ascend :112m/368ft
    • Location :

      » Paldor Base Camp

    • Highlights :

      » Climbing Gears Usage Training

      » Preparation for the next day Peak Climbing

      » High Altitude

      » Mind Makeup for the Peak Climbing

      » Blissful Nature

      » Rest and Relax

     

  • Day 8 Paldor Peak Base Camp – Paldor Peak Summit(5,903m/19,366ft) and Back to Paldor Base Camp
    • Duration :8-9hrs Walk(4-5Km)
    • Meals :Breakfast, Lunch ,Dinner
    • Accommodation :Tent-Camp
    • Ascend :923m/3,030ft
    • Descend :923m/3,030ft
    • Location :

      » Paldor Base Camp

      » Paldor High Camp

      » Paldor Peak Summit

      » Paldor Base Camp

    • Highlights :

      » Start Climbing From the Midnight towards

      » Ultimate Destination

      » Crevasses

      » Achievement of a Lifetime

      » Adventure and Excitement

      » Ruby Gems

      » Ruby Mines

      » Arduous Peak Climbing

      » Marvellous View of Various Mountain Ranges including Ganesh Himal Ranges, Langtang Lirung, Manaslu Peak, as well as Tibetan Mountain including Shishapangma

     

  • Day 9 Paldor Peak Base Camp – Somdang
    • Duration :8-9hrs Walk(4-5Km)
    • Meals :Breakfast, Lunch ,Dinner
    • Accommodation :Lodge/Hotel
    • Ascend :923m/3,030ft
    • Descend :923m/3,030ft
    • Location :

      » Paldor Base Camp

      » Paldor High Camp

      » Paldor Peak Summit

      » Paldor Base Camp

    • Highlights :

      » Surrounded by High Hills

      » Breathtaking Sceneries

      » Lifestyle and Culture

      » Traditions and Rituals

      » Typical Houses

      » Dense Forest

      » Varieties of Wildlife

      » Zinc Mines

      » Army Check post

      » Suspension Bridges

      » Prayer Flags

      » Mani Stones

     

  • Day 10 Somdang – Kathmandu
    • Duration :9-10hrs Drive(185Km)
    • Meals :Breakfast, Lunch ,Dinner
    • Transportation :Private Vehicle
    • Accommodation :Hotel
    • Location :

      » Somdang

      » Gatlang

      » Shyabrubesi

      » Dhunche

      » Kalikasthan

      » Trishuli

      » Kathmandu

    • Highlights :

      » Scenic and Bumpy Drive till Kalikasthan

      » Pasang Lhamu Highway

     

  • Day 11 Kathmandu Shopping and Exploration
    • Meals :Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast
    • Accommodation :Hotel/Lodge
    • Location :

      » Kathmandu

    • Highlights :

      » Shopping

      » Relax

      » Farewell Dinner

     

  • Day 12 Departure Day
    • Meals :Breakfast
    • Transportation :Private Vehicle
    • Location :

      » Thamel

      » Tribhuvan International Airport

    • Highlights :

      » Souvenir Shopping

      » Airport Drop with Khata/Khatag as a Symbol of Wishing Safe Journey

      » Group Photo

     

Paldor Peak Climbing Photos / Videos

Cost Includes

  • Airport Pick up and drop
  • Hotel in Kathmandu
  • All accommodation and meals(Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) during the trek (Full Board)
  • All require camping equipment
  • An experienced and professional English-speaking trekking guide, porters to carry luggage ( required porter) including their salary, insurance, equipment, flight, food, and lodging
  •  Well experienced ice climbing guide (Climbing service charge, insurance, food, personal equipment)
  • Group Climbing gear fixed rope, main rope, ice axe, zoomer, harness, the figure of eight, carabineer
  • Four seasonal sleeping bags, down jacket, Nepal Mountain Trekkers duffer bag, t-shirt, and trekking map (Note: down jacket and sleeping bag are to be returned after trip completion)
  •  Peak Permit Royalty, Langtang National Parks fee
  •  A comprehensive medical kit
  • 13% VAT and 10% service charges
  • Airport Pick up and drop
  • Hotel in Kathmandu
  • All accommodation and Breakfast during the trek
  • All require camping equipment
  • An experienced and professional English-speaking trekking guide, porters to carry luggage ( required porter) including their salary, insurance, equipment, flight, food, and lodging
  •  Well experienced ice climbing guide (Climbing service charge, insurance, food, personal equipment)
  • Group Climbing gear fixed rope, main rope, ice axe, zoomer, harness, the figure of eight, carabineer
  • Four seasonal sleeping bags, down jacket, Nepal Mountain Trekkers duffer bag, t-shirt, and trekking map (Note: down jacket and sleeping bag are to be returned after trip completion)
  •  Peak Permit Royalty, Langtang National Parks fee
  •  A comprehensive medical kit
  • 13% VAT and 10% service charges

Cost Excludes

  • Nepalese VISA fee (VISA Information)
  • International airfare to and from Kathmandu
  • Excess baggage charges
  • Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu
  • Extra night accommodation(s)
  • Travel Insurance and Rescue Cost
  • Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc.)
  • Personal trekking and climbing gears
  • Tips for guides and porters
  • Nepalese VISA fee (VISA Information)
  • International airfare to and from Kathmandu
  • Excess baggage charges
  • Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu
  • Lunch and evening meals during the trek
  • Extra night accommodation(s)
  • Travel Insurance and Rescue Cost
  • Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc.)
  • Personal trekking and climbing gears
  • Tips for guides and porters

Equipment Checklist

Equipment lists for 12 days Paldor Peak Climbing

HEAD

Sun hat or scarf
Light balaclava or warm fleece hat
Sunglasses
Head Torch
Suncreams(40+) and Lip Balms

UPPER BODY

Cotton t-shirts and thermals
Fleece jacket
Waterproof jacket
Down jacket

LOWER BODY

Lightweight cotton pants (long)
Waterproof pants
Inner thermals

FEET

Thin inner socks (3 pairs)
Thick, warm wool hiking socks
Comfortable hiking boots
Shower sandals

HANDS

Gloves (Cotton and Waterproof)
Creams
Sanitizer

ACCESSORIES

Sleeping bag rated to (-20F/-30C recommended)
Trekking bag (Rucksack)
Duffel bag
Large plastic bags (for keeping items dry inside trek bag)
Trekking poles (optional, recommended)
Water bottle or camel bag
Toiletries and Tissue Papers

First Aid Kits 

Personal Regular Medicines
Knee Caps
Bandages
Ointments
Blister Tape

MISCELLANEOUS

Medicines: We recommend you to bring your regular medicines; we will provide first aid kit from our side.
Light-weighted Towel
Swiss Knife
Passport and extra passport photos
Water Purifying Iodine Tablets, Drop or Sterilizer
Day Pack (35-45 L)
Crocs (evenings & washing)
Gloves (lighter & heavier for passes)
Camp Towel
Trekking Poles (optional, recommended)
Down Booties (optional, recommended)
Bladder (optional, recommended)
Extra Batteries
Battery Chargers
Yak Trax (for treks with icy passes)
Camp Washing Bowl (optional, collapsible for clothes)
Laundry Detergent (Kathmandu) or Bio-degradable Clothes Soap
Small Solar Panel (optional, recommended for iPods, iPhones, camera batteries, Kindles)
Zip-Lock | Plastic Bags
Rehydration | Electrolytes
Snacks!
Personal Medical Supplies
Micro Spikes
Medical Supplies


We strongly suggest bringing Western meds with you as there are a lot of Indian fakes on the market!


Suggested: Diamox, Azithromycin, Ciprofloxacin, Tinidazole, or Flagyl & Augmentin. Bring COMPEED for covering blisters & good tasting electrolytes &/or rehydration salts (Emergen-C is a good American brand). The local versions aren’t very appealing.

We also recommend bringing strong knee & ankle supports & braces, ACE bandages for sprains & strains, Tegaderm &/or other would coverings. Duct tape is always useful. We’re happy to take excess medical supplies off your hands when you leave if you won’t need them and pass them on to others. We use lots of the large amount we have with us to treat locals we meet when trekking.

Paldor Peak Climbing Review

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Alberto s
Alberto s
Source:Trip Advisor

Hace unos años contacte con ramesh para subir al paldor peak con unos amigos y la experiencia fue inolvidable. Ramesh preparo una expedición cuidando cada detalle y haciéndonos sentir a 5000me como en casa. Seguridad y comodidad garantizada.
Tiene un equipo de guía y porteadores profesionales.
Este año repetimos para escalar el thorong peak y el año que viene seguro que elegimos otra montaña para subir con la agencia de ramesh totalmente recomendable.
La mejor agencia de montaña de katmandu. 

Gracias por todos tus consejos ramesh
Nos veremos el año que viene.
 

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