Paldor Peak (5896m) is located in the range of Ganesh Himal just northwest of Katmandu. The Paldor peak was climbed first time by Bill Tilman in 1949. North East, South East, West and South West Ridge are normal climbing routes to the summit. The high camp is set far from the summit and another high camp is set just before four hours climb to summit. . In this remote tented camp trek can be observe the different ways of life, culture and come to contact with the rural people in the small village, passing through the dense forest and meadows.

During the trekking you enjoy the dramatic views of Langtang Lirung (7245m.), Langtang Kerung, Chimse Danda ridge crossed by Ganjala Pass (5122m.), Dorje Lakpa (6989m.), Jugal Himal, Paldor peak, Ganesh Himal, , Manaslu, Shringi Himal, and Sanjen Himal ranges.

South – East Ridge:
John Cleare and Ian Howell first climbed this in 1974. Between Tilman’s ascent in 1949 and Cleare’s expedition of 1974 it is possible that Paldor had no other ascents. Since then the mountain has received more attention and many new routes added. This route climbs the long snow and ice aręte that descends to the fine rock peak of Fang. The lowest point of this ridge is best reached, from a high camp on the Paldor Glacier East, by a steep snow and ice slope (55 degrees). The ridge has also been reached via a potential avalanche couloir from the Paldor Glacier West. The ridge is above is followed, in places quite steeply, but without major difficulty to the summit. A combination of both these routes has been made as a traverse and is highly recommended.

The quickest approach to Paldor and Ganesh Himal is from Sabru near Dunche in the Trisuli valley which can be reached in a 6 to 7 hours drive from Kathmandu. From here the trail crosses the Langtang Khola to Sabrubesi. After crossing the Bhote Kosi River the route leads via Tamang villages of Tangjet and Gatlang, and then heads northwards along the ridge before dropping into the forest above Mailung Khola to pick up the newly built road that leads to an army post. The moraine filled valley below Paldor is reached from here in another days walk. We take a leisurely to arrive at the base camp which will be placed below the confluence of the Paldor West and Paldor East glaciers (4500m/14900ft), arriving at the base camp, we set up a high camp at (5200m/17060ft) on East Paldor glacier. Here we have instructions on ice, snow climbing and crevasse rescue techniques. After the instructions on snow and ice, we climb Paldor (5928m/19450ft) via the North East Ridge and return to Kathmandu. A more interesting approach is the trek from Sundarijal through the hills of Helambu and over the Gosainkunda range to Sabru. The return from the mountain can be made by trekking directly to Trisuli Bazaar in about 4 or 5 days from where a drive of about 3 hours bring one back to Kathmandu.

  Paldor Peak Climbing – 24 Days (Adventure combining with Ganesh Himal & Lagtang trekking)

   Highlights of the trip

• Sightseeing tour of historical, cultural, religious heritages sites of Kathmandu

• Driving Experience through the scenic valleys and rivers of the Himalaya

• Visiting the villages of ethnic groups of Tamang and Tibetan, experience the cultures, religions & lifestyle of the people

• Abundant wildlife and flowers

• Superb views of the Himalayan peaks such as Langtang Lirung, Dorje Lhakpa, including Shisa Pangma

• Everyday 4-7 hrs adventurous & scenic walk though dense forests, terraced fields, monasteries, shrines, Mani walls, Chortens, riversides, high hills and high passes

• Newly developed trekking trails

• Summit Paldor Peak

• Opportunities to see Tamang rituals, Religious festivals, Traditional architecture

• Opportunity to see various flora and faunas in Langtang National park of Nepal