Kalo Kunda Trekking
Kalo Kunda Trekking Overview
The Kalo Kunda Trekking – 10 Days offers an exhilarating journey through the heart of Ganesh Himal. This trek seamlessly blends cultural immersion with breathtaking natural beauty, creating a unique and unforgettable experience for trekkers. During this adventure, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the rich flora and fauna of Ruby Valley, immerse yourself in the traditions of the Gurung, Ghale, Tamang, Dalit, and Newar cultures, and rejuvenate yourself in the healing Tatopani Hot Springs. The trek unveils the hidden valley of Ganesh Himal, sharing the untold stories of the Ruby Valley, making it a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Kalo Kunda trekking life time experience in Ruby Valley Dhading Nepal
Moreover, the journey to reach Ruby Valley Dhading, including a 10-11 hours bus and local jeep ride from Kathmandu, and onward to Borang village, where the trek commences, adds an element of rugged adventure to your trip. The Kalo Kunda trekking also holds significance as a pilgrimage route, as the local communities attach deep spiritual beliefs to the Kalo and Seto Kunda lakes. Additionally, encounters with local shepherds, the opportunity to discover Himalayan herbs, breathtaking views of the Ganesh Himal ranges just a stone’s throw away, and the mesmerizing landscapes of Ruby Valley itself are among the main attractions of this trek.
Kalo Kunda trekking itinerary, Cost and Map
Furthermore, Ruby Valley Kalo Seto Kunda trekking promises an incredible adventure in the embrace of Mother Nature, offering unique experiences such as homestays, camping, and participation in a ritual function at Ganesh Kunda as well as both Kalo and Seto Kunda. Alliance Treks is always at your service to provide you with detailed information about the entire Ruby Valley trekking experience, as well as other trekking options.
Our expert team has meticulously designed the trekking itinerary to cater to your specific requirements. As part of our commitment to your journey, we will provide you with a complimentary Ruby Valley Kalo and Seto Kunda, including Ganesh Kunda, trekking map. The cost of the Ruby Valley Kalo Seto Kunda trek depends on the size of your group. We offer reasonable pricing for meals and lodge accommodations, all included in the full package.
Kalo Kunda trekking difficulty level and get to Ruby Valley
Accordingly the Kalo Kunda trekking which we also called Kalo and seto kund trekking. We classify this trek as “Difficult,” so it’s essential to ensure you are physically fit for the challenge. The journey typically begins at 7:00 AM with a shared jeep departure from Kathmandu to Borang village in Ruby Valley. Although you have the option to arrange a private four-wheel drive at an additional cost but sharing Jeep is much cheaper for Kalo Kuna trekking as well as any Ruby Valley treks.
Kalo Kunda Trekking exploring rich flora and fauna
Basically, the Kalo Kunda Trekking including Seto kunda is a unique journey that holds significance both as a pilgrimage for the locals and as an opportunity for trekkers to immerse themselves in the distinctive flora and fauna of Ruby Valley. Furthermore as trekkers venture into the Ruby Valley area, they become immersed in the captivating alpine zones as well as the most popular Rhododendron most of the way to Kalo Kunda trekking in Ruby Valley.
Kalo Kunda Trekking meals and Camping
Certainly during the Kalo Kunda trek, you can look forward to savoring simple and organic meals, which include breakfast, lunch, and dinner as well as boiled water for drinking along with complemented by the refreshing taste of Ruby Valley trekking tea or coffee. Although dining options may be limited along the way, the experience of relishing these basic yet hearty meals enhances the rustic charm of the adventure. Accordingly the ruby valley Kalo Seto Kunda Trek offers both simple and basic homestays along the route, as well as the convenience of two-person tents, a toilet tent, and a kitchen tent for camping.
Kalo Kunda Trekking Lodge and facilities
Comparatively in the Ganesh Himal area of Ruby Valley, including Kalo, Seto, and Ganesh Kunda trekking lodges, are typically straightforward. Lodging facilities often feature shared bathrooms and, in some cases, dormitory-style bedrooms. Despite their simplicity, these accommodations are well-regarded for their cleanliness and tidiness, ensuring a comfortable and restful stay.
Furthermore, please note that this trek is primarily designed to cover Kalo and Seto Kunda. However, for those with additional time, it’s possible to extend the journey by just seven more days to include the Ganesh Kunda trekking experience as well using tented camp of fresh cooked meals nearly 70% of Kalo Kunda trekking. Just a quick note for you know about Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) and prepare the Trekking Equipment List just before your trek departure.
Kalo Kunda Trekking and Ruby Valley special cultural experience
Generally during the Kalo Kunda trekking, you’ll have the opportunity to deeply immerse yourself in a cultural journey. This includes learning about the rich traditions of the Gurung, Ghale, Tamang and Dalit as well as Newar people. Likewise as you stay in local homes and gain insights into their daily lives, this voyage unveils the vibrant tapestry of Ruby Valley’s cultural heritage.
So, for those seeking an even more profound cultural experience, you may consider embarking on the Ruby Valley Cultural Trekking. Likewise this unique cultural trekking adventure in Ruby Valley Dhading, Nepal, offers an unparalleled experience compared to other treks. Further The Ruby Valley Gaunpalika/Ruby Valley Rural Municipality actively promotes Kalo Kunda trekking which is also known as Ruby Valley Kalo Seto Kunda trekking in conjunction with cultural trekking, making it a comprehensive and enriching journey.
Kalo Kunda Trekking – Ruby Valley Tatopani (Hot springs) mesmerizing Landscapes
Additionally, explore the revitalizing Ruby Valley Tatopani/Hot Springs and be enchanted by the breathtaking scenery of Ganesh Himal Ranges, Langtang ranges, and Mt. Manaslu ranges. Accordingly Kalo Kunda trekking promises to be a sensory feast of natural delights. paddy terraces, Ruby valley villages, breath taking surrounding landscape in Ruby Valley Rural Municipality, Dhading is incredible opportunity to experience. Furthermore, locals have believe that taking hot spring bath will care your skin disease hence hundreds of tourists, local as well as pilgrimages visits Tatopani as it is the Must Visit place of Ruby Valley Kalo Seto kunda trekking in Ruby Valley Dhading, Nepal.
Kalo Kunda Trekking in Ganesh Himal Ruby Valley region highlights
Furthermore in the Kalo kunda trekking, explore the fascinating history of Kalo and Seto as well as Ganesh Kunda as told by local Lamas and Jhakris(wizard), these hidden lakes, formerly exclusively visited by shepherds, today captivate trekkers with their mysteries and beauty. Additionally, Janaipurnima in the first week of September, hundreds of pilgrimages and procession of Jhakri (Shamans) and Lama are life time experience.
Highlights and Facts of Kalo Kunda trekking
- Scenic Beauty
- Kalo and Seto Kunda as well as Ganesh Kunda
- Unique Culture
- Medium and Difficulty trek experience
- No special trekking Permit require only TIMS card
- Best Time to Trek in Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September – November) as well as Winter (December -February)
- Ruby Valley challenging trekking
- Tatopani (Hot Springs)
- Tea House (Lodge to Lodge) and Camping Trekking (Tent to Tent)
Kalo Kunda Trekking extended Trek Options
Accordingly the Ruby Valley Kalo and Seto Kunda trekking promises to be an unforgettable adventure. For those looking for a longer trip, a customizable schedule and competitive cost can be designed for an 18-21 day three Kundas trek that includes Ganesh Kunda and Kalo Kunda as well as Seto Kunda. Afterwards, Please visit our Best Deal also for your happiest optional trekking and tours in Nepal as well as Ruby Valley Circuit Trekking.
Kalo Kunda Trekking booking open for 2024 and 2025
Furthermore the Ruby Valley Kalo Seto Kunda trekking booking has opened for 2024 and 2025. So, we have offered the best Kalo and Seto Kunda trekking package. So, contact us in our office email address alliancetrek@gmail.com or in WhatsApp -009779851022814 for our 24 hours and 7 days a week instant response.
Trip Outlook of Kalo kunda and Seto Kunda trekking
Destination : Ruby Valley Ganesh Himal
Activity : Ruby valley Kalo and Seto Kunda Trekking.
Accommodation : Home stay and Camping
Region : Ruby Valley Ganesh Himal Region
Start / End Point : Kathmandu/ Kathmandu
Duration : 11 Days
Minimum Altitude : 612m/2007ft
Maximum Elevation : 4750m/15580ft
Meals Included : Local Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) during the trek
Group Size : 1-15 Pax
Nature Of Trek : Mini Camping
Best Season : Feb, Mar, April, May, June, Sep, Oct, Nov & December
Trip Code : AT-06
Activity Per Day : Approximately 5-6 hours walking each day
Transportation : Kathmandu – Dhading Besi – Dundure -Borang – Dundure Khola – Kathmandu
Trekking Grade : Difficult
Highlights of Kalo Kunda and Seto Kunda Trekking at Glance
- Ruby Valley Kalo and Seto Kunda Trekking is the closest destination from the capital city Kathmandu
- At least two relaxing natural hot springs (Tatopani)
- Breathtaking panoramic close up view of Ganesh Himal, Langtang Himal and Manaslu Himal ranges
- Rocky hills, paddy terraces, farmland, Green meadow and mesmerizing landscape
- Goat, Sheep, chicken, Ducks, Cows, Ox. Buffalos and exotic wild animal like Musk deer, Leopards, Bear, Wild goat, snow Leopard, Fox, Panda, Himalayan Thar/Ghoral etc.
- Himalayan bamboos, Rhododendron, Pine trees, Oak trees, Bamboos and green lushes.
- Rivers, Dovan and Tribeni (two and three rivers meeting point) for the pilgrimages, suspension and wooden box bridges, waterfalls, stone driven mills, Mane or Chhorten, Monasteries, Hindus Temple, Churches, shepherds (domestic animal huts) .
- Untold and quite unique, rich, culture and traditions of Tamang, Gurung, Ghale, Newar and Dalit people.
- Best spots for cannoning, Honey hunting, Rock climbing and bird watching.
- Kundas like Kalo, Seto and Ganesh Kunda (holy lakes)
- Ganesh Himal Base Camp
- Organic meals
- Direct connection with local traditions
- Visit in the core valley of Ruby Valley
Why you do Ruby Valley Kalo and Seto Kunda Trekking with Alliance Treks ?
- Local owned company and most of the trekking staff are locals (guides and porters)
- Airport pick up and drop service by one of our office representatives with traditional way welcome.
- Free excess luggage storage at Alliance Treks store during the trek
- Emergency phone service
- Apply different types of safety precautions on the trekking by our trained guides
- Extensive medical kits recommended and prescribed by professional medical Doctor/s.
- Sleeping bag, raincoat, water bottle, kit bag, walking pools are provided by Alliance Treks (if you do not have) but it’s returnable.
- Briefing and Debriefing in the every trek/tours
- Ruby, Crystal, Zinc and Quartz mines
- Whole trek experience with local culture, test of organic meals and holy lakes.
| Destination: | Ruby Valley |
| Departure: | Kathmandu |
| Departure Time: | 7:00 a.m. |
| Return Time: | 6 :00 p.m. |
Kalo Kunda and Seto Kunda trekking Plan – 10 Days
Day 1: Kathmandu to Dhading Besi (612m)- Borang Village (1,550m), 11 hours driving
At 7:00AM drive by regular sharing bus to Dhading Besi (3 hours driving) through Prithvi highway and once you reach at Dhading Besi change another bus and by regular sharing local Jeep drive to Borang Village (5 hours divining). Furthermore, passing through different villages, paddy terraces, Katunje, Lapang Phedi and Darkha as well as Jharlang village of Sankodh Tipling Daman Pakhrin highway. Over night at Local House.
Day 2: Borang Village (1,550m) – Chalish Village (1,750m), 4-5 hours walking
Take breakfast at the same village and then trek to Sertung Village (2020m) which is one of the biggest Tamang and Ghale as well as Ghale village. Take lunch, look around the Sertung village i.e. Ghale Durbar, Khaten Gompa, Phyanchyat village, Chyamra Danda as well as Pangam Gompa finally trek down to Chalish Village. Gurung Village and Dalit village of the area and its one of the most charming village for the trekkers. Over night at Local house.
Day 3: Chalish Village (1,750m) – Hindung Village (2,530m), 5-6 hours walking
After breakfast, trek to Khar Khola and then most of uphill passing through Pasabar, Kalbadang kharka, finally arrive in Hindung Village (5-6 hours walking) with scenic surrounding landscape and Ganesh Himal ranges as well as Tatopani Khola. Furthermore, today you will have to walk most of the way along the hillside so be careful of rock fall and hill side walk as trail is quite narrow. Over night in Tent.
Day 4: Hindung Village (2,830m) – Thulo Odar (3,250m), 5-6 hours walking
Thulo Dhunga serves as a picturesque campsite, offering views of waterfalls cascading through the valley. The Ganesh Himal region is rich in flora and fauna, with wildlife such as musk deer, jharal (a type of goat), wild boar, langur, leopard, pheasants, and partridges. The area is adorned with bamboo, rhododendron, juniper, and an array of vibrant wildflowers. Over night in tent.
Day 5: Thulo Dhunga – Nojet Kharka (3,850m), 5-6 hours walking
The trail steadily ascends, offering breathtaking views of snowy peaks along the way. Pass through seasonal grazing areas until reaching the magnificent green meadow and stunning campsite known as Nojet Kharka. Over night in Tent.
Day 6: Exploration Day/viewpoint
Climb to the northeast ridge, Dobra Danda, for a breathtaking view of the majestic Ganesh Himal. The sight is mesmerizing, with two shimmering lakes below: Kalo Kunda (black lake) and Seto Kunda (white lake). These lakes are believed to possess mystical powers, blessing visitors while punishing those who misbehave with unfavorable weather and challenging journeys. Over night in Tent.
Day 7: Return from Nujet to Hindung/Gomba Danda (2,710m) 7-8 hours walking
The trek from Base camp to Hindung (Gomba Danda) follows a similar route as the way up, but with the added beauty of stunning mountain views, captivating natural landscapes, and enjoyable downhill walking through the jungle. It promises to be a delightful day of walking. Over night in Tent.
Day 8: Hindung to Tatopani (1,850m), 4-5 hours walking
Trek to Tatopani (Hot Springs) most the way down and rest of the day leisure/enjoy with hot springs. Over night in tent.
Day 9: Tatopani (1,850m) – Borang Village (1,550m), 3-4 hours walking
Today is easy day and walk most of the day bank of Ankhu river and over night at Local House.
Day 10: Borang Village (1,550m) – Dhading Besi – Kathmandu (1,310m), 11 hours driving
Take breakfast at the same place and then at 7:00AM drive back to Dhading Besi (7-8 hours driving) by sharing local Jeep. Change another bus and then drive back to Kathmandu (3 hours driving). Over night at Hotel in own expenses.
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Additionally this map will help you where our office is located and even the trekking routes along the way in Ganesh Himal region/Ruby Valley. Our company will provide you the best experience trekking guide as well as porters but for your convenience, we will also provide you a Ruby Valley Trekking map.