Paldor Peak Climbing, below 6,000m, offers a non-technical climb with stunning views of Ganesh Himal, Langtang, and Manaslu. Starting from Balche or Syabrubesi, it explores remote trails, local culture, and diverse landscapes.
The Paldor Peak Climbing expedition can be started from three different places. Our standard itinerary begins from Balche followed by a jeep/bus ride from Kathmandu. Paldor Peak lies at the southeast end of the Ganesh Himal range at the junction of the Tiru and Karpu Dandas (ridges) at the head of Melung Khola, a tributary of Trisuli River. As the peak is below 6,000m, it provides a satisfying and non-difficult climb. The main route across the glacier is crevassed and takes some finding. On reaching the col there are two options. Either climb the straightforward ridge using ropes or continue around to the crevassed back for a simpler, 45-degree, ridge. In good conditions making a traverse of the mountain is possible. From the summit, there are excellent views of all the Ganesh Himal peaks, Langtang Lirung (7,227 m) and Manaslu (8,156 m), as well as the mountains of Tibet including Shishapangma (8,013 m).
This peak can be climbed from the northeast, southeast, West, and southwest West Ridge. It was first climbed by Bill Tilman, Peter Lloyd, Tenzing Sherpa, and Da Namgyal during the monsoon of 1949 by the North-East Ridge. Trekking to Paldor is one of the best and famous trekking routes in the Ganesh Himal region. The route lies in the Ganesh Himal region, and it links the Langtang and Manaslu sections of the Great Himalaya Trail. In this region, you get to view stunning tranquil lakes, beautiful waterfalls, great Himalayan landscapes, and lush green farming terraces. You also get an insight into the lifestyle and culture of the local Tamang and Gurung majorities. The trek begins from Gyangsang and ends at Syabrubesi, or you can start it from Syabrubesi and end the trekking in Darkha Phedi. Paldor Peak Trekking lies in a remote location; it provides an interesting trekking trail for its climbers. This trek can be extended with Tamang Heritage, Classic Langtang Valley Trek, or reversing the trek via Singla Pass and ending the trek at Betrawati on the bank of the Trisuli River.
Our Paldor Peak Climbing standard itinerary. It can be customized or slightly changed if required, considering your pace and trekking habits that cause a change of day-to-day plan.
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From Kathmandu, you take approx. nine-hours drive to Bhalche - a beautiful village of Tamang settlement. Stop there for overnight stay.
Today, we trek to Gongka Kharka, Walking through a jungle, crossing some small streams river and pasture on the way . Now we approach to Thulo chour a beautiful ground in the heart of the jungle. Where are also some seasonal cow shelter and temporally hut and collecting bamboo to make the basket, take lunch here. Trek through the thick forest of pine rhododendron. Crossing some small springs then step up. We may notice some wild animals such as Himalayan Gray langurs and barking deers.
The trail climbs up from the beginning; we hike through thick rhododendron and pine forest, it is a short walk up to make difficult because of altitude and the steep up. We take lunch on the way at Rupchet – a very nice and pristine grazing place. Late afternoon is free and easy, can enjoy the great Himalayan charm of Tibet range & Gosaikunda range, Rupchet is Base camp of Sing la Pass (4900m). The camping site is nice and big ground.
From Rupchet, the trail climbs toward Sing La Pass (4900m) that takes some 2 hours to the top; now the view becomes spectacular, we can see Ganesh Range, Manaslu range and Annapurna. We descend down to a very nice place of Machet Kharka – a big group of alpine pasture. Overnight we camp there.
Today, you trek from Yuri Kharka to Somdang via Khurpudanda pass (3,620m). Till Khurpudanda pass the trail moves uphill and you begin to follow a decent path to reach Somdang. From the view point of Khurpudanda pass you can enjoy the spectacular views of Paldor, Langtang, Ganesh Himal, Pangsang La, etc. En route you pass through forests. At Somdang you can observe the zinc mines. Today you trek for about five hours.
Leaving Pangsang pass we trek down toward Somdang, you continue along the trail to Jasta Khani, which takes about five hours. Today you make a gradual ascent along the path passing through forests until you reach Paigutang Kharka. From here, the trail steeply goes up to Jasta Khani. On the way you cross rocky paths covered by juniper. There is a zinc mine at Jasta Khani as well.
Today, you trek from Jasta Khani to Paldor Base Camp which takes about five hours. The trail ascends along the rocky glacier path. En route, you can enjoy the views of the Paldor Peak and other rock hills.
Today you climb from Paldor Base Camp to High Camp which takes about five hours. As you continue along the trail, it moves through rocky glaciers. En route, you get completely mesmerized by the views of Paldor East and Paldor West. You also get to enjoy the views of green and rocky hills around you.
Leaving the High Camp, you trek to the Summit of Paldor Peak and return toSomdang, this takes approximately nine hours. At the summit of Paldor, you get panoramic views of Ganesh Himal, Shishapangma, Langtang Lirung, Ganesh I, II, III, Manaslu and along with views of Tibet mountains.
Some 2 hours gradual walk up takes us dramatic Pangsang Pass (3800 m) that provides heart warming view of Ganesh Himal, Manaslu, Boudha Himal and Himal Chuli with Ruby Valley, then big down hill walk toward Tipling Villag. After lunch breat there, we continue walk down to Ata Khola and walk some 40 minutes gradual up hill trail takes us to Sertung - the biggest Tamang village in the region. Stay overnight there in a home stay / Lodge.
In the morning, we take breakfast and ride the bus to Kathmandu. Your guide will tell you reporting time and departure time for the bus ride. Last our hang around at Thamel to chill out. Stay overnight in hotel. "Our paramount concern is your safety" while traveling with Wilderness Excursion. Please note that your leader has the authority to modify or cancel any part of the itinerary if it is supposed necessary due to safety concerns. Our every effort will be made to keep to the above itinerary as it is; however, since this adventure entails travelling in remote mountainous areas, we cannot guarantee that we will not deviate from it. Weather conditions, health condition of a group member, unexpected natural disasters etc. can all contribute to changes in the itinerary. The leader will try to ensure that the trip runs according to plan, but please be prepared to be flexible if required.
