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Langtang Helambu Trek

A journey shaped by the landscapes, people and experiences of Nepal.

Offered by Everest Asia Tours and Travel Pvt.Ltd

Duration17 days
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01 / THE EXPERIENCE

Discover the journey

The Langtang Helambu trek is a captivating and diverse trekking route in Nepal, often completed in 13-17 days. The journey typically starts from Kathmandu and ends in Melamchi Bazaar. Trekkers will reach a maximum altitude of around 4600 meters, making it a medium to hard difficulty level. The trek features stunning landscapes including the picturesque Langtang Valley with its breathtaking views of the Langtang Himalayas, and the holy Gosaikunda Lake, known for its religious significance. The Helambu region offers charming villages and rich cultural experiences, particularly from the Tamang and Sherpa communities. Along the way, trekkers can visit Buddhist monasteries such as Kyanjin Gompa and Shin Gompa, and explore the Langtang National Park, which is home to diverse wildlife, including the elusive red panda. This trek offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, cultural immersion, and spiritual experience.

03 / YOUR ROUTE

Journey at a glance

Day 1: ARRIVAL DAY — Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel and welcome dinner in the evening with typical Nepalese food. Day 2: Kathmandu Sightseeing — After breakfast at hotel start Kathmandu and Patan cities sightseeing with city tour guide. And rest of the day if for trekking packing and preparing. Over night stay at hotel Day 3: Kathmandu-Syabrubesi: 8 hours by bus — You will start early bus journey to Syabrubesi; the starting point of the trek. Day 4: Syabrubesi-Lama Hotel: 5-6 hours — The trek from Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel takes 5-6 hours. It starts with a descent to the Bhote Koshi River, followed by a gradual ascent through forests and villages. You'll cross suspension bridges and pass through Bamboo and Rimche before reaching Lama Hotel at 2,380 meters. It's a scenic and moderately challenging trek. Day 5: Lama Hotel- Langtang: 5- 6 hours — The trek from Lama Hotel to Langtang takes about 5-6 hours. It involves a gradual ascent through dense forests and along the Langtang River. You'll pass through the village of Ghodatabela and enjoy stunning views of the Langtang Lirung peak. The trail continues to the Langtang village, which is situated at an altitude of around 3,430 meters. It's a scenic and moderately challenging trek. Day 6: Langtang - Kyanjin Gompa: 4-5 hours — The trek from Langtang to Kyanjin Gompa takes about 4-5 hours. It involves a gradual ascent through yak pastures and small villages. You'll enjoy stunning views of the Langtang Lirung and other peaks. The trail leads to Kyanjin Gompa, a beautiful monastery situated at an altitude of around 3,870 meters. It's a scenic and moderately challenging trek. Day 7: Kyanjin Gompa: explore day — A day at Kyanjin Gompa includes visiting the monastery, hiking to Kyanjin Ri for panoramic views, tasting yak cheese at the local factory, exploring nearby glacial lakes, and immersing in the local Tamang culture. It's a mix of adventure and cultural experiences. Day 8: Kyanjin Gompa- Lama Hotel: 5-6 hours — The trek from Kyanjin Gompa to Lama Hotel takes about 5-6 hours. It involves a descent through yak pastures and forests, passing by the villages of Langtang and Ghodatabela. The trail offers beautiful views of the mountains and valleys. It's a scenic and moderately challenging trek. Day 9: Lama Hotel - Thulo Syabru: 5-6 hours — The trek from Lama Hotel to Thulo Syabru takes about 5-6 hours. It involves a descent through forests and along the Langtang River. You'll pass through the village of Bamboo and enjoy beautiful views of the surrounding hills and mountains. The trail then ascends to Thulo Syabru, a charming village at an altitude of around 2,210 meters. It's a scenic and moderately challenging trek. Day 10: Thulo Syabru- Shin gomba: 3-5 hours — The trek from Thulo Syabru to Shin Gomba takes about 3-5 hours. It involves a gradual ascent through dense forests and along the Langtang River. You'll pass through the village of Phulung Danda and enjoy beautiful views of the surrounding hills and mountains. The trail then ascends to Shin Gomba, a charming village at an altitude of around 3,330 meters. It's a scenic and moderately challenging trek. Day 11: Shin gomba- Gosainkunda: 5-6 hours — The trek from Shin Gomba to Gosainkunda takes about 5-6 hours. It involves a steady ascent through dense forests and alpine meadows. You'll pass through the village of Cholangpati and enjoy stunning views of the Langtang range. The trail continues to Gosainkunda, a sacred lake situated at an altitude of around 4,380 meters. It's a scenic and moderately challenging trek. Day 12: Gosainkunda- Gopte: 6-8 hours — The trek from Gosainkunda to Gopte takes about 6-8 hours. It involves a descent through rocky terrain and alpine meadows. You'll pass through the Laurebina Pass at 4,610 meters and enjoy stunning views of the surrounding peaks. The trail continues through forests and past small streams before reaching Gopte, a village at around 3,440 meters. It's a scenic and moderately challenging trek. Day 13: Gopte- Malemchigaon: 6-7 hours — The trek from Gopte to Malemchigaon takes about 6-7 hours. It involves a descent through dense forests and along the Langtang River. You'll pass through the village of Thadepati and enjoy beautiful views of the surrounding hills and mountains. The trail then ascends to Malemchigaon, a charming village at an altitude of around 2,530 meters. It's a scenic and moderately challenging trek. Day 14: — Day 14: Malemchigaon - Tarke Gyang: 5-7 hour explain shortly — The trek from Malemchigaon to Tarke Gyang takes about 5-7 hours. It involves a descent through forests and along the Langtang River. You'll pass through the village of Nakote and enjoy beautiful views of the surrounding hills and mountains. The trail then ascends to Tarke Gyang, a charming village at an altitude of around 2,590 meters. It's a scenic and moderately challenging trek. Day 15: Tarke Gyang- Sermathang: 3-5 hours — The trek from Tarke Gyang to Sermathang takes about 3-5 hours. It involves a gradual descent through forests and along the Langtang River. You'll pass through the village of Gangyul and enjoy beautiful views of the surrounding hills and mountains. The trail then ascends to Sermathang, a charming village at an altitude of around 2,610 meters. It's a scenic and moderately challenging trek. Day 16: Sermathang- Melamchi Puul Bazaar -Kathmandu : 3-4 hours — The trek from Sermathang to Melamchi Puul Bazaar takes about 3-4 hours. It involves a gradual descent through forests and along the Langtang River. You'll pass through the village of Kakani and enjoy beautiful views of the surrounding hills and mountains. From Melamchi Puul Bazaar, you can take a drive back to Kathmandu. It's a scenic and moderately challenging trek. Day 17: Departure — After completing the trek, you'll depart from Melamchi Puul Bazaar and drive back to Kathmandu. This marks the end of your Langtang Helambu Trek adventure. You'll have time to reflect on the beautiful landscapes, cultural experiences, and memories you've made along the way. Safe travels!

YOUR DAY-BY-DAY ROUTE

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1ARRIVAL DAY — Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel and welcome dinner in the evening with typical Nepalese food. +

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Day 2Kathmandu Sightseeing — After breakfast at hotel start Kathmandu and Patan cities sightseeing with city tour guide. And rest of the day if for trekking packing and preparing. Over night stay at hotel+

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Day 3Kathmandu-Syabrubesi: 8 hours by bus — You will start early bus journey to Syabrubesi; the starting point of the trek. +

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Day 4Syabrubesi-Lama Hotel: 5-6 hours — The trek from Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel takes 5-6 hours. It starts with a descent to the Bhote Koshi River, followed by a gradual ascent through forests and villages. You'll cross suspension bridges and pass through Bamboo and Rimche before reaching Lama Hotel at 2,380 meters. It's a scenic and moderately challenging trek.+

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Day 5Lama Hotel- Langtang: 5- 6 hours — The trek from Lama Hotel to Langtang takes about 5-6 hours. It involves a gradual ascent through dense forests and along the Langtang River. You'll pass through the village of Ghodatabela and enjoy stunning views of the Langtang Lirung peak. The trail continues to the Langtang village, which is situated at an altitude of around 3,430 meters. It's a scenic and moderately challenging trek.+

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Day 6Langtang - Kyanjin Gompa: 4-5 hours — The trek from Langtang to Kyanjin Gompa takes about 4-5 hours. It involves a gradual ascent through yak pastures and small villages. You'll enjoy stunning views of the Langtang Lirung and other peaks. The trail leads to Kyanjin Gompa, a beautiful monastery situated at an altitude of around 3,870 meters. It's a scenic and moderately challenging trek.+

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Day 7Kyanjin Gompa: explore day — A day at Kyanjin Gompa includes visiting the monastery, hiking to Kyanjin Ri for panoramic views, tasting yak cheese at the local factory, exploring nearby glacial lakes, and immersing in the local Tamang culture. It's a mix of adventure and cultural experiences.+

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Day 8Kyanjin Gompa- Lama Hotel: 5-6 hours — The trek from Kyanjin Gompa to Lama Hotel takes about 5-6 hours. It involves a descent through yak pastures and forests, passing by the villages of Langtang and Ghodatabela. The trail offers beautiful views of the mountains and valleys. It's a scenic and moderately challenging trek.+

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Day 9Lama Hotel - Thulo Syabru: 5-6 hours — The trek from Lama Hotel to Thulo Syabru takes about 5-6 hours. It involves a descent through forests and along the Langtang River. You'll pass through the village of Bamboo and enjoy beautiful views of the surrounding hills and mountains. The trail then ascends to Thulo Syabru, a charming village at an altitude of around 2,210 meters. It's a scenic and moderately challenging trek.+

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Day 10Thulo Syabru- Shin gomba: 3-5 hours — The trek from Thulo Syabru to Shin Gomba takes about 3-5 hours. It involves a gradual ascent through dense forests and along the Langtang River. You'll pass through the village of Phulung Danda and enjoy beautiful views of the surrounding hills and mountains. The trail then ascends to Shin Gomba, a charming village at an altitude of around 3,330 meters. It's a scenic and moderately challenging trek.+

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Day 11Shin gomba- Gosainkunda: 5-6 hours — The trek from Shin Gomba to Gosainkunda takes about 5-6 hours. It involves a steady ascent through dense forests and alpine meadows. You'll pass through the village of Cholangpati and enjoy stunning views of the Langtang range. The trail continues to Gosainkunda, a sacred lake situated at an altitude of around 4,380 meters. It's a scenic and moderately challenging trek.+

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Day 12Gosainkunda- Gopte: 6-8 hours — The trek from Gosainkunda to Gopte takes about 6-8 hours. It involves a descent through rocky terrain and alpine meadows. You'll pass through the Laurebina Pass at 4,610 meters and enjoy stunning views of the surrounding peaks. The trail continues through forests and past small streams before reaching Gopte, a village at around 3,440 meters. It's a scenic and moderately challenging trek.+

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Day 13Gopte- Malemchigaon: 6-7 hours — The trek from Gopte to Malemchigaon takes about 6-7 hours. It involves a descent through dense forests and along the Langtang River. You'll pass through the village of Thadepati and enjoy beautiful views of the surrounding hills and mountains. The trail then ascends to Malemchigaon, a charming village at an altitude of around 2,530 meters. It's a scenic and moderately challenging trek.+

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Day 14Malemchigaon - Tarke Gyang: 5-7 hour explain shortly — The trek from Malemchigaon to Tarke Gyang takes about 5-7 hours. It involves a descent through forests and along the Langtang River. You'll pass through the village of Nakote and enjoy beautiful views of the surrounding hills and mountains. The trail then ascends to Tarke Gyang, a charming village at an altitude of around 2,590 meters. It's a scenic and moderately challenging trek.+

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Day 15Tarke Gyang- Sermathang: 3-5 hours — The trek from Tarke Gyang to Sermathang takes about 3-5 hours. It involves a gradual descent through forests and along the Langtang River. You'll pass through the village of Gangyul and enjoy beautiful views of the surrounding hills and mountains. The trail then ascends to Sermathang, a charming village at an altitude of around 2,610 meters. It's a scenic and moderately challenging trek.+

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Day 16Sermathang- Melamchi Puul Bazaar -Kathmandu : 3-4 hours — The trek from Sermathang to Melamchi Puul Bazaar takes about 3-4 hours. It involves a gradual descent through forests and along the Langtang River. You'll pass through the village of Kakani and enjoy beautiful views of the surrounding hills and mountains. From Melamchi Puul Bazaar, you can take a drive back to Kathmandu. It's a scenic and moderately challenging trek.+

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Day 17Departure — After completing the trek, you'll depart from Melamchi Puul Bazaar and drive back to Kathmandu. This marks the end of your Langtang Helambu Trek adventure. You'll have time to reflect on the beautiful landscapes, cultural experiences, and memories you've made along the way. Safe travels!+

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KNOW WHAT'S COVERED

What's included in your experience

Included

  • Accommodation: Lodges and teahouses along the trekking route.
  • Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner during the trek.
  • Transportation: From Kathmandu to Syabrubesi and back, including private vehicle or public bus.
  • Guide and Porter: Services of a professional guide and porter.
  • Trekking Permit: Necessary permits for the trek.
  • Airport Transfers: Pick-up and drop-off in Kathmandu.
  • Insurance: Basic travel insurance covering trekking at high altitudes

Not included

  • Visa Fees: Nepal entry visa fee.
  • International Flights: To and from Kathmandu.
  • Meals in Kathmandu: Lunch and dinner while staying in Kathmandu.
  • Personal Expenses: Such as snacks, extra beverages, laundry, phone calls, etc.
  • Travel Insurance: Coverage for accidents, health, and emergency evacuation.
  • Trekking Equipment: Personal gear like sleeping bags, jackets, trekking poles, etc.
  • Tips for Guide and Porter: Gratuities for your trekking team.
  • Optional Activities: Any additional activities or tours in Kathmandu or during the trek.
  • Emergency Rescue: Costs related to helicopter evacuation if needed.
PLAN AHEAD

Essential trip information

Accommodation

Langtang Village: Comfortable lodges with basic amenities. Kyanjin Gompa: Cozy lodges or camping sites at an altitude of 3,870 meters. Thulo Syabru: Warm welcome and comfortable lodging options. Lama Hotel: Basic but comfortable lodges. Gosaikunda: Various lodges with stunning views. Melamchi Bazaar: Guesthouses and lodges for the final night

Fitness & eligibility

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Meeting point

Kathmandu

What to bring

  • Base Layers: Moisture-wicking thermal tops and bottoms.
  • Mid Layers: Fleece jackets or down vests for insulation.
  • Outer Layer: Waterproof and windproof jackets and pants.
  • Trekking Pants: Lightweight and quick-drying.
  • Trekking Shirts: Long-sleeve and short-sleeve, moisture-wicking.
  • Down Jacket: For cold weather.
  • Hat: Sun hat and warm beanie.
  • Gloves: Insulated gloves and lightweight liners.
  • Socks: Thermal and moisture-wicking trekking socks.
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