Ruby Valley Trek

A scenic drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi marks the beginning of the Ruby Valley trek. As you leave Kathmandu, the drive passes through lush green hills and winding mountain paths. The Trishuli River flows beside you for most of the route, creating a surreal backdrop. The road twists and turns, offering views of the Himalayas and waterfall as you get closer to your destination. The roads to Syarbubesi are bumpy but provide an astonishing view of Nepal’s countryside. It takes 8-9 hours on a public bus and 5-6 hours on a jeep to reach Syabrubesi from Kathmandu. Overnight at the lodge of syabrubesi.

Wake up in the fresh air and the sounds of the river. Have a hearty morning meal in the Himalayas, and pack your backpack as your trekking begins from here. The trail gradually ascends from Syarbrubesi to Chawatar. The trail winds through terraced fields and green hills from the Village. Views of surrounding peaks and valleys are companions along the way. The route passes through Tamang Settlement, where you can see locals and their way of life. After a few trekking hours, the trail takes you to your lunch point, Chawatar. 

After breakfast, the trail continues towards the day’s destination, Gatlang. The final trekking includes a narrow, twisty trail to Bahun Dada Pass. From there, the trail descends to Gatlang. The Village is picturesque, with stone houses, narrow alleys, and a unique culture. The trek from Syabrubesi to Gatlang takes 5-6 hours. Your dinner and overnight point is at the Village’s homestay/ local lodge.

Begin your third day with a warm breakfast at the Gtaland village and make your way towards the day’s destination, Somdang. However, the trail takes you through picturesque Parvati Kunda. A 2-3 hours trek from Gatland takes you to Parvati Kunda, a natural alpine freshwater lake revered by locals. It holds significant spiritual importance and is named after the Hindu Goddess Parvati, the wife of Lord Shiva. After spending some time at the lake, the trail continues through lush pine and rhododendron forest to Yuri Kharka. 

Full your tummy with a yummy morning meal at Somdang and start your day’s hike. As you leave the charming Village of Somdang, the trail ascends gradually, leading you deeper into nature’s majesty. A few hours of trek takes you to one of the most exciting and demanding parts of the trek, Pangsang Pass (3,842m). As you approach the Pass, jaw-dropping views of the Ganesh Himal Range, Manaslu, Langtang Himal, and even parts of the Annapurna range will welcome you. 

The Pangsamg Pass is the ideal spot to stop for a while, take photos, cherish moments, and soak in the beauty of Nepal’s Himalayas. After spending some time at the Pass, the trail gently descends towards Tipling, your day’s destination. Passing through lush meadows and small forested sections, the trail takes you to Tipling. Stay at a homestay or tea house in Tipling Village.

Day fifth begins with a hearty breakfast at the Tipling village while admiring the stunning valley. After the morning meal, you set out through a gradual descent, offering views of terraced fields and hills. Only three-to-four-hour trek from Tipling takes you to Sertung Goan, Sertung goan is one of biggest and beautiful village in ruby valley. there is more than 800 houses. and under the 150m there is  small yet beautiful village Chalish goun. inhabited by Gurung, and Dalits.

This day most of the people to go tatopani (hot spring) it takes around two to three hours to get there. you will enjoy there around 1 hour at tatopani. you will have traditional food. and trek back to chalish sertung.

Finally this day is goodbye for ruby valley and Early in the morning you will drive from Sertung by Jeep to dhading, kathmandu. This day you have to  drive almost 3/4 hours to get dhading and another 3 more to kathmandu.