Langtang Valley Trek

Trip Overview

Langtang Valley is the nearest Himalayan Region from Kathmandu valley, few hours drive from Kathmandu will take you to the beautiful Langtang region. Despite being very close to Kathmandu, the Langtang Region is as wild as any Tibetan highlands with idyllic rural landscape. The people living in the highlands of the Langtang region are certainly Nepalese but being the descendant of the Tibetan origin, they look like the Tibetans. Hence, Langtang region is one of the most popular trekking regions for those wishing a short trek from Kathmandu into the Himalayas influenced by Tibetan lifestyle. Moreover, accompanying with the varieties of rhododendron, bamboo forests, majestic waterfalls and snow-capped Himalayas make the trek one of the most diverse treks nearby Kathmandu.

Highlights

  • Langtang National Park
  • Excellent views of Ganesh Himal
  • Traditional Sherpa and Tamang village
  • Trekking peaks to climb
  • Yak Cheese Factory
  • Explore the Langtang Valley
  • Kathmandu Sightseeing

Trip Map

Langtang Valley Trek Map

Short itinerary

DAY 01: Arrival in Kathmandu - 1,300m/4,264 ft

DAY 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing & Preparation for the Trek

DAY 03: Drive to Syabrubesi (1,550m/5,100ft): 145 km/ 7 hrs

DAY 04: Trek to Lama Hotel (2,380m/7,830ft): 6 hrs

DAY 05: Trek to Langtang village (3,430m/11,253ft): 6/7 hr

DAY 06: Trek to Kyanjin Gompa (3,870m/12,697ft): 3-1/2 hr

DAY 07: Visit to Tserko Ri and trek back to Lama Hotel: 5/6 hrs

DAY 08: Trek back to Syabrubesi: 5 hrs

DAY 09: Syaprubesi-Kathmandu:

Detail Itinerary

DAY 01: Arrival in Kathmandu - 1,300m/4,264 ft
Upon your arrival in the Kathmandu airport, we will greet and transfer to hotel.

DAY 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing & Preparation for the Trek
After breakfast we start a guided tour to World Heritage Sites of Kathmandu Durbar Square, the sacred Hindu temple of Pashupati Nath, the famous 'Monkey Temple' (Swayambhu Nath) and Buddhists shrine (Bouddha Nath).

DAY 03: Drive to Syabrubesi (1,550m/5,100ft): 145 km/ 7 hrs
After breakfast we drive out along the north-western hills of Kathmandu. Enjoy the Himlayan views and mountainous lifestyle through the terraced fields and rustic villages. Take Lunch at the Trishuli Bazar before continuing further to Dhunche. From Dhunche, we descent down to Syabrubesi.

DAY 04: Trek to Lama Hotel (2,380m/7,830ft): 6 hrs
Follow the Langtang Khola River. Pass through the dense forests. Cross several suspension bridges. We also pass by a tea houses. The trail goes up and down but it's not that challenging.

DAY 05: Trek to Langtang village (3,430m/11,253ft): 6/7 hr
Today our trail continues along dense forests. After making a steady climb up through the valley, we leave the tree line behind us. Enjoy the marvelous views of Langtang Lirung. Pass by water mills, prayer wheels, chortens, with sacred mounds of rocks with inscriptions carved on them.

DAY 06: Trek to Kyanjin Gompa (3,870m/12,697ft): 3-1/2 hr
After breakfast, we get out of the village and pass on through yak pastures. Also pass the largest mani wall in Nepal, made from stone with prayers written on them. The prayers written on the mani wall is supposed to be blown away by the wind. Cross several of the wooden bridges. Gompa. Kanjin Gompa is surrounded by the Himalayas all around. You can take a walk around Kanjin Gompa enjoying the views, glaciers, icefalls, birds and yaks.

DAY 07: Visit to Tserko Ri and trek back to Lama Hotel: 5/6 hrs
Early morning we visit to Tserko Ri (5000m/16,404ft) for mountain sunrise views. After breakfast, proceed to Lama Hotel. Since, its mostly downhill, it is 4/ 5 hours walk from Kanjin Gompa to Lama Hotel. The trail goes all the way down hill through forest following the river. Pass through the ethnic Tamang settlements who follow religious and cultural practices similar to the Tibetans.

DAY 08: Trek back to Syabrubesi: 5 hrs
After breakfast, we trek down to Syabrubensi, about 5 hours walk. Enjoy the easy trail mostly downhill through lush green vegetation. Arriving Syabrubesi, we take our lunch.

DAY 09: Syaprubesi-Kathmandu:
After breakfast we drive back to Kathmandu. Arriving Kathmandu, transfer to your hotel.

Includes/Excludes

Cost Includes:

  • All airport/hotel transfers
  • 3 nights hotel in Kathmandu.
  • All accommodation and meals during the trek
  • A full day sightseeing tour in Kathmandu valley including tour guide and entrance fees
  • Normal bus transportation (Kathmandu-Syabrubesi-Kathmandu)
  • An experienced English-speaking trekking guide and porters to carry luggage (2 trekkers:1 porter) including their salary, insurance, equipment, flight, food and lodging
  • All necessary paper work and permits (National park permit, TIMS )
  • All government and local taxes

Cost Exclude:

  • Nepal Visa fee (bring small denomination cash USD and two passport photographs )
  • Private vehicle (Kathmandu-Syabrubesi-Kathmandu) (USD 400 for each jeep)
  • Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu (and also in the case of early return from the mountain than the scheduled itinerary)
  • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the mountain(due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
  • Travel and rescue insurance
  • Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower etc)
  • Tips for guides and porters

Date & Price

Date and price

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2019-09-01 2019-09-09 Available US$ US$695 Book Now

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Trip Facts

  • Grade: Moderate
  • Best season: February, March, April, May, October, November
  • Per day walking: 6 hours in average
  • Type of trek: Hotel and Lodge
  • General Duration: 9 days
  • Maximum Altitude:  3870m

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