Ruby Valley Trek
Ruby Valley Trek is newly opened trekking route in Nepal. It is one of the trekking routes in the central Nepal, where valley trek continues tore main a well-kept secret to avoid trekkers. This trek probably is your dream come true to fulfill your desire to explore the unspoiled wilderness. It passes through foothills and lowland farm terraces to ethnic Tamang villages on higher altitude. The trekking got its name as the valley trek as the Ganesh Himal has deposits of the Gem ruby. The area is mainly populated by Tamang, Gurung, and Ghale to the north, whereas Brahmin, Chhetri, Dalit, Newar, and Chepang are to the south in the lower elevations. The trails take you to a remote area where the facility of the home-stay is available however there are no tea houses or lodges. It is also for those wanting to an authentic culture and social experience in Gurung and Tamang communities. This non-touristy trekking trail lies in the Manaslu trekking region, home to Ganesh Himal. During trekking, we will pass through the bunch of beautiful waterfall and spring. This pass is also one of the finest viewpoints on the trek.
Ruby Valley Trek starts from Dhanding Beshi after 4 hours drive from Kathmandu valley. This is also known as Ganesh Himal Base camp trek. Rare flora and fauna such as rhododendron barking deer, Red Pandas, snow leopard, bear, tiger and pleasant are also found in this region. The trek has only basic lodging and food options which are mostly locally produced. The season between spring and autumn is the best season for trekking in this route. If you are willing to see the forest full of Rhododendron which is the national flower of Nepal then you may join in the spring season because this season is flower blooms time with Best Trekking Guide.
Outline itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu valley
Day 02: drive to Dhanding Beshi to Dharka Beshi (1340m)
Day 03: Trek to Disang Khola (1450m) 4/5 hour
Day 04: Trek to Chalish Village (1674m) 4/5 hour
Day 05: Rest day in Chalish Village
Day 06: Trek to Laptung (2400 M)
Day 07: Trek to Somdang (3270M) 7/8 hours
Day 08: Rest day to explore Ruby Valley and
Day 09: Trek to Gatlang (2238M) 5 /6 hours
Day 10: Trek to Shyabru Besi (1503M) 5 /6 hours
Day 11: Drive back to Kathmandu
Day 12: Final departure