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The Great Himalayan Trail (GHT) is a dream trek for adventurers seeking the ultimate trekking challenge in Nepal. Spanning from the eastern to the western region, the full distance of the GHT covers some of the most remote and breathtaking landscapes of the Nepalese Himalayas. With diverse terrains, cultural encounters, and majestic mountain views, the GHT offers an unforgettable experience for trekkers. In this detailed guide, we will cover everything you need to know about the Great Himalayan Trail Trekking package, including costs, equipment, permits, guide hiring, and more, ensuring a successful adventure with Himalayan Adventure Intl Treks.
The GHT stretches over 1,700 kilometers across the eastern and western regions of Nepal, passing through lush forests, arid landscapes, deep gorges, high passes, and hidden valleys. It is divided into two routes:
The trek takes around 120 to 150 days depending on the pace, route, and side trips you include.
The cost of the GHT trek varies depending on services, season, and group size. Here is a breakdown of the general costs:
Guide Hiring Cost: Hiring a professional guide for the Great Himalayan Trail trek is essential for navigation, safety, and local knowledge. A guide costs around $30 to $50 per day depending on their experience and qualifications. For an extended trek like GHT, you may negotiate a package deal.
Porter Cost: Porters are invaluable on long treks, helping carry your equipment so you can focus on the trek. Porter's costs are around $20 to $30 per day. One porter usually carries around 20-25kg of equipment.
Trekking Package Cost: A full-service GHT trekking package, including guides, permits, food, accommodation, and transportation, can range from $12,000 to $18,000. This price depends on your specific itinerary, group size, and the level of services required.
Transportation Cost: The GHT trek requires multiple internal flights and ground transportation. For example, a flight from Kathmandu to Taplejung (the starting point for the eastern region) or Jumla (the western region) costs around $200 to $300 per person. Ground transportation (jeeps, buses) can range from $50 to $150 depending on the route.
A trek as demanding as the GHT requires proper equipment to ensure safety and comfort. Here's a list of essential gear:
The GHT crosses several restricted and protected areas that require multiple trekking permits, including:
Booking your GHT trek through a reputable company is essential for a smooth and safe journey. Himalayan Adventure Intl Treks is an experienced organizer of GHT treks and offers comprehensive services including guide and porter hire, accommodation, food, and permits.
To book your trek:
Contact Himalayan Adventure Intl Treks through their website or office.
Submit necessary documents: Passport, passport-sized photos, insurance information, and personal details.
Make the necessary deposit: A non-refundable deposit is usually required to secure your spot, typically 25% of the total package cost.
Plan your itinerary: Customize your trek based on your interests and fitness level.
While trekking the GHT, you will stay in a mix of teahouses, homestays, and tents. In remote areas, accommodation is basic but clean and comfortable. The cost for accommodation in teahouses ranges from $5 to $15 per night, while camping can be more cost-effective if arranged in advance. Meals typically cost between $5 to $10 per meal, depending on the region. Expect prices to rise in more remote areas.
To book the GHT trek, you will need:
The ideal time to embark on the Great Himalayan Trail trek is during the spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) seasons. These months offer stable weather, clear skies, and mild temperatures. Monsoon season (June to August) and winter (December to February) present challenges such as heavy rainfall, landslides, snow, and blocked trails.
Altitude sickness is a serious concern on the Great Himalayan Trail, with many high passes exceeding 5,000 meters. To prevent AMS:
The complete trek takes about 120 to 150 days to complete, depending on your pace, weather conditions, and side trips. Many trekkers break it up into sections to be completed over several years.
Himalayan Adventure Intl Treks offers professional and personalized trekking experiences on the Great Himalayan Trail. With expert guides, top-notch logistics, and a deep understanding of the regions, we ensure your GHT trek is safe and memorable. Our team arranges all permits, transportation, food, and accommodations, allowing you to focus on the adventure.
Contact us today to start planning your Great Himalayan Trail Trek and embark on the adventure of a lifetime across the majestic Himalayas!
This comprehensive guide to the Great Himalayan Trail covers all the essential aspects to ensure a successful and unforgettable trekking experience with Himalayan Adventure Intl Treks.
Great Himalayan Trail (GHT) Trekking requires a Tea house and Camping together for accommodations and special Guides for both the lower and upper routes. For any kind of Trekking information regarding the Great Himalayan Trail (GHT) please feel free to ask us we can give you more info in detail.
Nepal
Robin Boustead, Pema Tsering Sherpa, Lakpa Sherpa, and Karma Sherpa have claimed to have hiked a trail that links each himal from Kanchenjunga to Api. The upper route passes from East to West through established trekking areas of Kanchenjunga to Makalu Barun, Solukhumbu, Rolwaling Himal, Helambu, Langtang, Ganesh Himal, Manaslu, Annapurna, Dolpa, Rara Lake and Humla finishing on the Tibetan border at Hilsa.
Kanchenjunga
Kanchenjunga, at 8,586 meters (28,169 ft) is the world's third-highest mountain and lies on the border with Sikkim. Eastern Nepal is generally more developed than Western Nepal and more prosperous. This is due in part to the more favorable climate with its higher rainfall, the employment of Rai and Limbu people in the Gorkha regiments, and their income. Rugged terrain however means that mountain areas are especially remote.
Makalu Barun
The region is named after Mt Makalu, which at 8,463 meters (27,766 ft) is the world's fifth-highest mountain. It is home to more than 3,000 species of flowering plants, including 25 species of rhododendrons and hundreds of varieties of orchids.
Everest and Rolwaling
Everest is also known as Sagarmatha in Nepal and Chomolungma in Tibet; the Everest region is known locally as the Khumbu. It's home to three of the highest peaks in the world: Everest 8,848 meters (29,029 ft); Lhotse, fourth highest at 8,516 meters (27,940 ft); and Cho Oyu, sixth highest at 8,201 meters (26,906 ft).
Rolwaling Himal is home to Tamang, Sherpa, eastern Gurung, and the indigenous Thami people. It has no formally protected areas as it is rich in wildlife including red panda, black bear, and leopard cat.
Rara and Jumla
This trail starts from Jumla Bazar and heads to the Mugu district. It takes 2 days to complete the trail. Jumla Bazar is 2300 m to Nauri-ghat. Daphe Lekh is about 4500 m high. The climb is very treacherous as you can only climb 200 meters because of the very rough terrain. Due to the conditions, it is not suitable for people who have altitude sickness while climbing. From then it is all downhill up to Nauri Ghat. From Nauri Ghat, it is a 2-hour descent to the Mugu district. Along the way, there is a village called Bhulbhele which is around 7 hours from Nauri Ghat where one can choose to go left to reach Rara Lake or walk to Gamgadi which is part of Mugu district. Both take 4 hours to reach.
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