Langtang Valley Trekking

Duration: 11 Days 9 reviews

About Langtang Valley Trekking

Langtang Valley Trekking is the third popular trekking trail in Nepal after Everest and Annapurna trekking trails. The moderate trekking through the Langtang National Park is wonderful to fabulous Mountain View, unspoiled high pristine pasture lands, abundant flora and fauna, and the different ethnicities and their pleasing cultures.
The exhilarating and idyllic setting of Langtang valley, numerous pilgrimage sites on the way,  prayer flags, cheese factories are some of the major attractions of this trekking.

Different flowering and non-flowering plants, wide varieties of wildlife into the Langtang National Park, serene landscapes, and close-up mountain views fascinate all types of trekkers to this region.
The main attraction of this trekking Kyanging gompa. It is a mysterious and interesting valley because after you inter you enter into this valley then immediately you tend to forget from where you were there…it is the valley surrounded by silver shining snow-capped mountains all around it. Numerous holy shrines, monasteries in this valley remind you of spiritual life abandoning all the worldly things. Most of the part of this trekking route falls within the boundaries of Langtang National Park. Himalayan black bear, common leopard, sometimes red panda and snow leopard but particularly noted for its birds and flowers.
 
The Langtang valley trekking usually starts from Dhunche or Syabru Besi and ends at the same place. And you have the drive to Dhunche or Sybrubesi from Kathmandu and follow the same way to Kathmandu.
 

Highlights

  • Explore beautiful Langtang valley and famous yak cheese from Kyanjing gompa
  • Tamang and Tibetan mix Culture and their hospitality
  • Visit the viewpoint of Tser-Go Ri and Kyanjing Ri
  • Enchanting views of the Langtang Himalayan range, Ganesh Himal, Tibetan mountains, Glacier and other peaks
  • Beautiful landscape, flora fauna, and extinct red panda

Itinerary

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Day 01 : Arrival in Kathmandu
A representative from Himalaya Hub Adventure will pick you up from the Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) and take you to the hotel as per the booked itinerary. After a few hours of rest in the hotel, the representative of HHA will meet you and describe the whole trip and how it will go. Interact with the Representatives and Guides so you become more prepared for the trip! However, if you arrive late at night, the meeting will be held the next day after the Kathmandu city Tour. At the meeting, we fulfill all remaining booking and payment processes as well.

    After breakfast, we take you to four major world UNESCO heritage sites for sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley. Visit the Pashupatinath Temple, one of the holiest of all Hindu temples. Situated 5 kilometers east of Kathmandu, the temple of Lord Shiva-Pashupatinath, with its two-tiered golden roof and silver doors, is famous for its superb architecture. We can see the temple, the activities performed on the temple premises, and the cremation bank of the Bagmati River.

    Apart from Hindus, no one is allowed to enter the main temple, but we take a short walk by the bank of the Bagmati River, where one can observe the pilgrims and Hindu priests activities around the premises. This River is also a cremation site for Hindus. From here, we take a short drive that leads to Bouddhanath, northeast of the Pashupatinath area.

    The Stupa of Bouddhanath is 8 kilometers east of Kathmandu. This colossal and ancient stupa is one of the biggest in the world. This area is also known as ‘Little Tibet. After a visit here to observe the Tibetan Buddhist way of life, our tour continues towards the Patan area, which is situated to the south of Kathmandu and separated by a bridge over the River Bagmati. Patan Durbar Square (Patan) is also known as Lalitpur, which means the city of Arts and architecture.

    The old historical castle (Durbar), the tall terracotta house, and the Stone Temple of Krishna with the pillar of Garuda look fascinating. Garuda is the vehicle of Lord Vishnu as well as of Lord Krishna. After the historic visit, we drive short distances towards the end of the Patan area at the Tibetan Refugee Camp, where one can observe the happy and cheery workers weaving carpets. The Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple) has been in use since the 5th century and consists of a magnificent domed stupa as well as a variety of shrines and temples. Each temple is extremely ornate and richly decorated with gold and vibrant prayer flags, though it’s not only the spiritual décor that draws visitors.

    This sacred pilgrimage site is also home to hundreds of monkeys considered holy by Tibetan Buddhists and Hindus. According to legend, Manjushree, the bodhisattva of wisdom, was in the process of raising the temple hill when the lice in his hair transformed into these monkeys. Swayambhunath means self

    arisen and is derived from that legend.

    • Breakfast
    • Hotel
    • 1,350m
    The drive from Kathmandu to Syafrubensi is 122 km and takes about 8 hours by bus and 6 hours by private jeep. It's a scenic drive, windy, with beautiful terrain, riverside views, and hills crossing. Panoramic view of Mt. Annapurna, Ganesh Himal, Manaslu, and obviously the Langtang range.After an interesting ride, we finally reach Syafrubensi, where we spend a night before we start our trek. Overnight at the guesthouse.
    • Breakfast,lunch,Dinner
    • Guesthouse
    • 1,400m
    After breakfast, today we trek from Syafrubensi to Lama Hotel (2470 m). It's a 7-hour walk to the Lama Hotel. A beautiful and tranquil walk, starting with a gradual ascent to Pairo Thapla and Bamboo, following the Langtang River and rhododendron forest. We may encounter some wild animals, including monkeys and the extinct red pandas. As we get to the riverside, we have an uphill climb for about 2 hours, gradually ascending to get to Rimche, then another 30 minutes of flat walking to the Lama Hotel for the night. Overnight at the guesthouse
    • Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
    • Guesthouse
    • 2,470m

    After breakfast, today we trek from Lama Hotel to Langtang village (3375 m). It's a 6-hour walk to Langtang Village. The valley lies within Langtang National Park, which borders the Tibet Autonomous Region of China,so the people's living style and culture pretty much resemble

    The walk follows the Langtang River through a beautiful valley with bamboo and rhododendron forests. We stop in Ghodatabela or Thanshep villages for lunch before gradually ascending to Langtang Village. As we get closer, it's less tropical and dry, and we get a beautiful view of Langtang Lirung and Ganjegpo.

    The Langtang village was completely destroyed during the earthquake in 2015. There was a big avalanche right after the earthquake and the whole village was swiped, but now they have already set up the village just next to the original one around Mundu. Overnight at a guest house in Langtang

    • Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
    • Guesthouse
    • 3,375m

    After breakfast, today we trek from Langtang village to Kyanjing Gompa (3860 m). It's a 4-hour walk to Kyanjing Gompa.

    A small village with a prevalent Buddhist tradition. We follow the valley and Langtang River, with enchanting views of Langtang Lirung and Ganjengpo.

    Once we reach Kyanjing Gompa, we will see more mountains and take lots of side trips. It is a valley surrounded by snow-capped mountains.

    We get there before lunch time, and we can just explore around the valley, hike up to the glacier view point, or visit the monastery, yak cheese factory, or bakery. Overnight at a guest house in Langtang

    • Breakfast,lunch,Dinner
    • Guesthouse
    • 3,860m

    Early in the morning, we hike up to Kyanjing Ri (4,773m) or optionally take a trip to Tser Go Ri (5,033 m), which is the highest point most trekkers reach on the Langtang trek.

    Both view points have a similar view from a different angle, but Tsergo Ri is just a little higher than Kyanjing Ri elevation-wise. If you have a flexible itinerary, you can add a few extra days and add a trip to Langshisha Kharka or Yala Peak. After coming back from the view point, we will head back to Ghodatabela or Langtang village for the night. If you wish to make a trip to Tsergo Ri View Point, it is recommended to have an extra day as it is a long day trip from Kyanjing Gompa, and we recommend you to carry an energy bar, some nuts, and a packed lunch. Overnight at the guesthouse

    • Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
    • Guesthouse
    • 4,773m

    After breakfast, today we trek from Ghodatabela to Thulo Syafru (2,100m). It is 7hrs walk to our destination.We trek downhill until Pairo Thapla. Then we have a steep climb for 2 hours to get to the village called Thulo Syafru.

    Thulo Syafru, the village on top of the hill, offers a beautiful sunrise and a view of Mt. Ganesh Himal.

    It's a beautiful cultural village, and the majority of people who live around here are Tamang. Overnight at the guest house

    • Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
    • Guesthouse
    • 2,100m

    After breakfast, we trek from Thulo Syafru to Dhuche (1,960m). It is a 6-hour walk to our destination.

    Dhunche is the administrative headquarters of Rasuwa district. Today we walk, enjoying the mountains, the forest walk, and passing small villages before we reach the Dhuche. Today is the last day of our trek. In the evening, you can explore around the Dhunche, overnight at the guest house.

    • Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
    • Guesthouse
    • 1,960m

    After breakfast, we drive back to Kathmandu with a regular bus (7 hours) or private vehicle (5 hours) to reach Kathmandu,

    It is 107km from Dhunche to Kathmandu, an interesting ride again. We will transfer you to the hotel in Kathmandu, do souvenir shopping, and have a farewell dinner at a typical Nepali restaurant in the evening. Overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu

    • Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
    • Hotel
    • 1,350m
    Today is your last day in Nepal. Our company representative will transfer you 3 hours prior to your flight time to the airport for your international flight back home or to your onward destination.
    • Breakfast

    What’s Included

    • Airport pick up and drop by private transport
    • Round trip transportation by local bus from Kathmandu to Safrubensi ,and Dhunche back to Kathmandu
    • Guided tour in Kathmandu
    • 3night standard accommodation in Kathmandu on B/B plan
    • Guide (his salary, food, insurance, transport, and equipment) during the trek.
    • Porter (Their salary, food, insurance, transport, equipments,1 porter to carry the luggage of 2 clients) during the trek
    • Your Food 3 meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) during your trek with cup of tea or coffee at breakfast time
    • Accommodation in the tea house during the trek (neat and clean but normal in a twin sharing basis)
    • Necessary permit for Langtang National park
    • TIMS (Trekkers Information Management System)
    • Sleeping bag & down jacket (you need to return after complete
      your trek)
    • Medical kits
    • Register your name in the embassy
    • Last night cultural dinner at typical Nepali restaurant
    • All government tax & official expenses
    • Lunch & Dinner  in Kathmandu
    • All monument entrance fees while sightseeing in Kathmandu
    • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu
    • Travel insurance
    • All bar bills (soft, hot & alcoholic drinks) during the trek
    • Hot shower, battery charge, telephone call, Wi-Fi, sweets, cigarette and your personal expenses during the trip, beyond I mention above in a price included section
    • Any loss arising due to unforeseen circumstances is beyond Himalaya Hub Adventure.
    • Tips for field staff.

    FAQs

     Langtang is located in the Himalayan region of Nepal and to the north of Kathmandu, the Tibetan border region. The Langtang trek is a mixture of mystery and adventure. Trek takes you through beautiful stone steps, terraced fields, woods, waterfalls, and lakes providing you with mesmerizing landscapes.

    The Langtang trek takes 15 days to complete. The Langtang region is an easy trek with numerous alternate routes. These routes lengthen the trip. You can extend the Langtang journey if you're interested in discovering every route.

    No. You don’t need a guide to start your trek towards Langtang valley. It is not a restricted area. Unlike other well-known treks in Nepal, the Langtang trip pathways are harder to locate. Having a guide or porters with you greatly helps to make your incredible walk possible because there are so many little pathways tucked among the dense alpine forest.

    Yes, it is possible. But trekking alone through the dense forest can create obstacles. Also traveling independently you have to take care of your accommodation and food yourself. It may create more hurdles and less experience. So, a hiring guide is a good choice.

    The total cost of the Langtang trek is 1000$ to 1500$. it depends upon the different routes you want to trek. Langtang trek is one of Nepal's most affordable and reachable high-altitude treks. Only 19 miles (30.58 km) north of Kathmandu lies the Langtang Valley.

    In a year, the spring season and autumn season is the best time to trek around the Langtang region. Trekking conditions in the Langtang region are generally warm, and clear, with blue skies and refreshing air throughout this two-season period. The most beautiful and safest times to go trekking and walking in Nepal are, however, the spring and fall seasons.

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    Langtang trek is moderately challenging. A good level of physical fitness is still required. As long as you are physically active and in pretty good health condition, you can participate in this expedition. We have a flexible itinerary with plenty of time for acclimatization and rest before heading to higher elevations.

    Yes, you need a permit to trek around the Langtang region. Every trekker entering the Langtang region must acquire a TIMS (Trekker's Information Management System) permit card. Each individual must pay USD 20 (Rs. 2000). The trekkers must also obtain an entry permit for Langtang National Park.

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