Langtang Valley Trekking

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Activities

Trekking

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DURATION

9 Days 8 Nights

DESTINATION

Kathmandu Syabrubesi Langtang valley

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MAX ALTITUDE

3900 Meters.

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GROUP SIZE

2 Min. Pax

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MEALS

Breakfast Lunch Dinner

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ACCOMODATION

Tea houses, Lodge, Non Star Hotels

BEST TIME

Summer Autumn

TRIP OVERVIEW

Also known as the ‘valley of glaciers’, the Langtang region is a paradise-like destination that offers exquisite beauty in the mountains of Nepal. Encircled by the Langtang National park, the most precious part of this trek is to explore the wide ranges of floral and faunal species and to enjoy the spectacular beauty of the Himalayas and glaciers. Langtang trail is an awe-inspiring region to know the history of Tamang heritage cultures of the Himalaya region. Throughout the journey to the Langtang National park, you will get the chance to see the enchanting waterfalls, snow-covered mysterious peaks, the beautiful ethnic village of Langtang, marvelous highland Himalayan views, some mountain passes, amazing flora, and fauna. A great view of Yala peak, Langtang Ri, Langtang Lirung, and Motomori peak enhances the spiritual ambiance to the visitors.

Although The Langtang region seems to be unexplored, it has gained popularity as the most popular trekking destinations to observe the iconic Himalaya views. The major attractions of this region are Langtang valley, Gosaikunda, panch pokhari, Kyanjin Ri, Kyanjin Gompa, Ganja la pass, various monasteries, and gompas. This trek tends to be more tranquil to know the history, culture, and scenic beauty that Nepal is renowned for. Within the periphery of Langtang National Park, visitors are allowed to watch pandas, endangered musk deer, endangered goats, snow leopards, and many types of birds and butterflies. 

 Also named as the valley of the glacial masses trekking, Langtang trek offers a chance to visit the Himalayan glaciers from a very low altitude place. Moreover, a breathtaking view of Langtang Himalaya from the top of the Kyanjin Ri pleases the visitors with positivity and calmness. Contrary to other trekking destinations, this Langtang trek is taken to be the easiest one. The entire atmosphere of this region offers serene mountain streams, lush green slopes, pine woodland forests, and perfect views of Mount Langtang LIrung, Dorje Lakpa, Gang Cheenpo, and exquisite Ganesh Himal. Also, this trek makes you indulge in some sort of cultural insight. It provides grand opportunities to explore the mountain village adapted by the Tamang people. The culture, traditions, and lifestyles of Tamang People are guided by Tibetan Buddhist culture. Buddhist monasteries are also available there to be explored.   

The doorway to the Langtang trek is the Syabru Besi which takes around 6 hours of drive from Kathmandu. Crossing the rivers several times together with oak and rhododendron forests, Syabru Besi trek begins to meet the Langtang Valley. Get into this trek to get the spellbound moment.

Specialities of Langtang Trek

  • Spectacular view of Langtang Himalayan from Kyanjin RI

  • Culture and traditions of Tamang community

  • Yak cheese factory in Kyanjin Gompa

  • Rhododendron  forest in a cool, eco-friendly environment

Best season to go for Langtang Trek

The best time to go for Langtang Trek is during Autumn and Spring as during this time of the year you will get to experience the best view of the Langtang Himalayan range. If you go for the trek during winter or summer then you might not be able to experience the best view due to rainfall and heavy snowfall.

Itinerary

We will arrive in Kathmandu and do some sightseeing.

We will start our trek early in the morning from Kathmandu. It will take around 6 to 7 hours of drive to reach Syabrubesi in a public bus or a private jeep from Kathmandu.

So our trek starts from today, after having an early morning breakfast we head towards the Lama Hotel which is todays’ destination. The trail goes uphill through the bamboo forest and eventually reaches Lama Hotel after walking for approximately 6 to 7 hours.

Todays’ trail follows the path with rhododendron and pine forest with a scenic view around. It will cross the place called Ghoda Tabela and reach Langtang village after walking for 6 to 7 hours.

Early in the morning, we will have our breakfast and head towards the final destination of our trekking Kang Jing Gompa. The ascending path leads you towards the spectacular view of Mt. Ganchempo and Mt. Langtang Lirung. It takes around 3 to 4 hours of walking from Langtang village to reach Kang Jing Gompa.

So today we will be returning to Lama Hotel from Kang Jing Gompa after having early morning breakfast. It takes around 6 to 7 hours of walking to reach Lama hotel from Kang Jing with a beautiful view of landscapes, forests, and wildlife along the way.

Today is the final day of our trek. After having early morning breakfast, we will start our journey from Lama hotel to Syabrubesi which will take 5 to 7 hours of walking.

It is the final day of our trip today, we will be heading back to Kathmandu from Syabrubesi by bus or private jeep. So the drive will be 6 to 7 hours.

After having breakfast we will transfer you to International Airport for final departure

INCLUDES

  • First aid
  • Sharing twin/double bedrooms in 3-star hotels or tea house lodges
  • Necessary insurance for a guide
  • Accommodation, food, salary, equipment for your guide and porters
  • All applicable tax, vat and office service charge
  • All necessary trekking permits and governmental documents
  • 3 meals during a trek, breakfast, lunch, and dinner
  • Local licensed friendly trekking guide

EXCLUDES

  • Tips for guide and porters
  • Personal trekking equipment
  • Travel insurance, Nepal tourist visa fees, personal items, and expenses
  • Bar drinks and beverages including mineral water
  • Fees and entrance during sightseeing in Kathmandu
  • Airport shuttles, lodging, and meals in Kathmandu except for breakfast

FAQs

Trek to Langtang is moderate, if you are physically fit then it won’t be any issue for those who are wanting to go for Langtang trek.

The more you ascend, the more basic facilities start to descend. You will get to experience the nights in tea houses and homestays.

Unfortunately, there is no availability of flights in this region.

Yes, there is electricity in the region and wifi in most of the tea houses but the speed of wifi is not so good but is okay to stay connected with friends and family.

To book a trek, you can kindly either contact us directly or email us at info@shivalayaholidays.com

Natural spring water is available. You can either drink water by putting on a water purifying tablet or it is also possible to buy boiled filter water.

You may choose according to your convenience, you may either bank transfer, credit card, western union, or other options.

There are no banks or atm or money exchange to the higher points of the trek. If you want to carry extra cash for extra expenses then you can either withdraw or change from Kathmandu.

If the symptoms start appearing then your guide will provide you first- aid treatment but if it’s an emergency then contact your travel agency and insurance company, they will arrange a helicopter for you.

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