Singla Pass Trek in Ganesh Himal - 6 Days

Sing La Pass Trek Overview

Singla Pass Trek in the Ganesh Himal region, also now newly named “Ruby Valley,” lies between the Dhading and Nuwakot districts. If you are following the Great Himalaya Trail, it is situated between Langtang National Park and the Manaslu part of Manaslu. Himal  

Singla Pass Trek is intended to satisfy the off-the-beaten-path and wilderness lovers. The route offers diverse ethnic groups and locals a social lifestyle. The majority are Tamang people with their unique culture.  While you are trekking to the area, it is not just people and their traditions but also the views of giant snowy peaks that amaze you from the Singla Pass. The mountain view stretches from Langtang to Annapurna. If you extend your trek, you can add Ganesh Himal Base Camp and discover the holy lakes of Kalo Kunda and Seto Kunda, meaning Black and White Lakes, and end your trek at Arughat, when usually the Manaslu trek is starts, and that might need some 7 to 8 extra days in your itinerary, then your trek is 14 days. As said above, the route is less visited by trekkers and not crowded like the traditional route of Annapurna and the Everest region; one can enjoy the peace and tranquility of discovering oneself in an isolated and hidden valley. 

When to trek or what is the best time to do the Singla Pass trek in Ruby Valley?

Like other trekking routes, the best time to trek to Singla Pass is March and April. The hills and mountains greatly blushed with blossoming rhododendron. Also, autumn (Sept, Oct, and Nov) is the right time to trek in the Singla Pass. Trekking at the beginning of September offers to see the alpine high-altitude flowers, but sometimes the rain may affect your trek. In winter, there are chances of snowfall, and Singla Pass may not be crossable, so check the forecast before heading to the area.