Langtang Valley Trek
A journey shaped by the landscapes, people and experiences of Nepal.
Offered by Joy Travel and Tours Pvt. Ltd.
NEPAL · TRAVEL EXPERIENCES
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The Langtang Valley Trek offers awe-inspiring vistas of the Langtang and Ganesh Himal Ranges, coupled with captivating glimpses of Langtang glaciers. This region is home to several enticing trekking peaks for mountaineering enthusiasts. Encompassing the entire valley, Langtang National Park, one of Nepal's oldest, harbors a diverse range of flora and fauna, including the rare and endangered Red Panda, a flagship species of the park. Additionally, highlights of the trek include visits to the local cheese factory in Kyangjin and Sing Gompas, where travelers can indulge in sampling local cheese. Inhabited by Tamang communities, the Langtang Valley remains steeped in ancient cultural traditions and Buddhist rituals. Throughout the trek, ancient Buddhist monasteries and Gompas dot the landscape, infusing the journey with a spiritual ambiance. The Langtang Valley trail presents an easy trek suitable for individuals of all age groups, offering an opportunity for both the young and old to experience its wonders. With favorable weather conditions year-round, the trek can be enjoyed at any time.
Journey at a glance
Day Day 1: Drive from Kathmandu to Dhunche (1966m.) takes about eight hours. — Food Breakfast/lunch/dinner Accomodation Hotel Elevation 1966 You head north out of Kathmandu driving through scenic foothills and ridgeline vistas to Dhunche. Stay overnight at lodge. Day Day 2: Trek from Dhunche to Syabru Gaon (2581m.) takes about five and a half hours. — Food Breakfast/lunch/dinner Accomodation Hotel Elevation 2581 The trek today is very leisurely through forests and terraced hill slopes. As you enter Syabru, you descend to the ridgeline that separates the Langtang Khola from the Trisuli River. You will continue through the village to your campsite about fifteen minutes beyond on the slopes below the village. From here you can enjoy spectacular views of Langtang Lirung (7245m.) and Tibetan Himal ranges. Stay overnight at lodge. Day Day 3: Trek from Syabru Gaon to Lama Hotel (2470m.) takes about five hours. — Food Breakfast/lunch/dinner Accomodation LODGE Elevation 2470 The trail descends along the ridge on Syabru's main street and then drops to the Ghopche Khola (2050 m.) and again descends to the Landslide area (1810m.). Thereafter your trek ascends gently to Rimche (2400m.) through Bamboo (1960m.) before going along a level path to Lama Hotel. En-route you can see red pandas, monkeys and bears if you are lucky. Stay overnight at lodge. Day Day 4: Trek from Lama Hotel to Langtang village (3430m.) via Ghore Tabela takes about six hours. — Elevation 3430 At Ghora Tabela [3000m], the trail emerges from the forest. You can catch a glimpse of white monkeys and local birds. The trail continues to climb gently and the valley widens, passing a few temporary settlements used by herders who bring their livestock to graze in the high pastures during the summer months. Stay overnight at lodge. Day Day 5: Trek from Langtang Village to Kyangjin (3870m.) which takes about three hours. — Food Breakfast/lunch/dinner Accomodation Hotel Elevation 3870 The trail climbs gradually through small villages and yak pastures as the valley opens out further and the views become more extensive. After crossing several small streams and moraines, the trail reaches the settlement at Kyangjin. It is a dramatic setting, with snow covered peaks surrounding you in all directions. At this point, you can enjoy the panoramic views of Dorje Larpa (6990m.), Langtang Ri (6370m.), Langtang Lirung (7245m.) and several other peaks. Stay overnight at lodge. Day Day 6: This is a day for rest in Kyangjin Gompa while you can do some excursions in and around the area. — You can visit the monastery and the cheese factory, walk up the moraine to see the spectacular ice faces and tumbling glaciers of Langtang Lirung or ascend Kyangjin Ri [4350m], directly behind the village, for a breath-taking panorama of the Langtang peaks. Stay overnight at lodge. Day Day 7: Trek from Kyangjin Gompa to Lama Hotel takes about six hours. — From Kyangjin you retrace your route, following the Langtang Khola to Langtang village and on to Ghora Tabela. After lunch you continue the steep descent to Lama Hotel. Stay overnight at lodge. Day Day 8: Trek from Lama Hotel to Syabru Besi via Sherpa Gaon takes about five hours. — The upper part of the trail is more beautiful for the panoramic view of mountains and green hill views. This path is broader and remains sunny through the different Sherpa and Tamang villages. The first half of the trail is gradually down and then the trail does a steep descent to Syabru Besi (1600m.). The main inhabitants belong to the Tamang community who has adopted Tibetan lifestyle. Stay overnight at lodge. Day Day 9: Drive from Syabru Besi to Kathmandu by bus takes about nine hours. — You drive through scenic foothills and ridgeline vistas to Kathmandu. The first part of your drive to Trishuli Bazaar is along a gravel and bumpy road. You then access a well paved road to Kathmandu.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1Drive from Kathmandu to Dhunche (1966m.) takes about eight hours. —
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Day 2Trek from Dhunche to Syabru Gaon (2581m.) takes about five and a half hours. —
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Day 3Trek from Syabru Gaon to Lama Hotel (2470m.) takes about five hours. —
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Day 4Trek from Lama Hotel to Langtang village (3430m.) via Ghore Tabela takes about six hours. —
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Day 5Trek from Langtang Village to Kyangjin (3870m.) which takes about three hours. —
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Day 6This is a day for rest in Kyangjin Gompa while you can do some excursions in and around the area. — You can visit the monastery and the cheese factory, walk up the moraine to see the spectacular ice faces and tumbling glaciers of Langtang Lirung or ascend Kyangjin Ri [4350m], directly behind the village, for a breath-taking panorama of the Langtang peaks. Stay overnight at lodge.
Confirm daily arrangements with the provider.
Day 7Trek from Kyangjin Gompa to Lama Hotel takes about six hours. — From Kyangjin you retrace your route, following the Langtang Khola to Langtang village and on to Ghora Tabela. After lunch you continue the steep descent to Lama Hotel. Stay overnight at lodge.
Confirm daily arrangements with the provider.
Day 8Trek from Lama Hotel to Syabru Besi via Sherpa Gaon takes about five hours. — The upper part of the trail is more beautiful for the panoramic view of mountains and green hill views. This path is broader and remains sunny through the different Sherpa and Tamang villages. The first half of the trail is gradually down and then the trail does a steep descent to Syabru Besi (1600m.). The main inhabitants belong to the Tamang community who has adopted Tibetan lifestyle. Stay overnight at lodge.
Confirm daily arrangements with the provider.
Day 9Drive from Syabru Besi to Kathmandu by bus takes about nine hours. — You drive through scenic foothills and ridgeline vistas to Kathmandu. The first part of your drive to Trishuli Bazaar is along a gravel and bumpy road. You then access a well paved road to Kathmandu.
Confirm daily arrangements with the provider.
What's included in your experience
Included
- Airport pick-up and drop-off services by private vehicle
- Trekking guide
- One porter for every 2 trekking participants (1 porter carries 25 kilograms of luggage)
- All meals three times a day (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
- Accommodation in Lodge (Tea houses) during the trek
- Trekking equipment: Sleeping bags, down jackets, duffle bags, trekking poles, etc.
- Entry Permit for Langtang National Park
- Trekkers' Information Management system (TIMS) card
- Land transportation from Kathmandu to Dhunche and from Syabru Besi to Kathmandu by bus/ jeep
- Insurance and equipment for guides and porters
- First aid kit
- Tax, VAT and our service charge
- Rescue assistance (In case of emergency, we will organize prompt and professional rescue services. To arrange timely evacuation/rescue by helicopter, you must be well insured from a reliable travel insurance company that covers both helicopter evacuation and medical treatment cost.)
- Farewell dinner in Kathmandu with live cultural performance at authentic Nepali restaurant on the last evening
- Souvenir (t-shirt, mug, pen, bag, etc.)
Not included
- Personal nature expenses (Telephone calls, internet, toiletries, battery recharge, hot shower, laundry, soft drinks, beers and any alcoholic beverages)
- Travel insurance
- Tips for involved staffs
- Meals and hotel accommodation in Kathmandu (even in case of early arrival or late departure, early return from trekking due to any personal reason than the scheduled itinerary)
Essential trip information
Accommodation
Tea House / Camping
Fitness & eligibility
3
Meeting point
Kathmandu
What to bring
- Below is a list of equipment and clothing required for trekking. The necessity of these items depends on the type, altitude, timing and destination of trekking. Appropriate trekking gears are not only required for the comfort/pleasure of your trek but also to improve safety factor. Please have a look over these items in order to fully prepare and thoroughly enjoy the trekking.
- General Items:
- Daypack, Rucksack, Sleeping bag, Duffel bag, Walking Poles, walking boots, sandals, Toiletries (Soaps, Toilet papers, Sanitizers, toothpaste, tooth brush, etc.)
- Clothing Items:
- Thermal underwear, Down jacket, Shorts, Trekking trousers, Towels, Woolen gloves, Gaiters, Fleece jacket or Pullover, Wind/water proof jacket, Raincoat, Warm socks, buff
- Sun-worn Items:
- Sun hat, Sunglasses, Snow goggles, Sunscreen, Lip balm
- Gadgets:
- Headlamp, Flash light, Binoculars, Cameras (chargers and batteries),
- Liquid/Snacks:
- Water bottle/bladder, Water purification Iodine tablets, Energy bars and snacks
- Medical Essentials:
- First Aid Kit
- Optional:
- Altimeter, Compass, Binoculars, Books/magazines, GPS, Pocket knife, Candles (for lodges), Notebook with pencil/pen, etc
- Additional items for camping trek:
- Tent, Stove and fuel, Utensils for cooking, eating and drinking, sleeping mattresses
- Note: We can also provide sleeping bag, down jacket, duffel bag, walking poles, and First Aid Kit in case if you don’t have one. These items are inclusive of total package price.
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