Langtang Trekking
One of the three major trekking regions of Nepal, Langtang is a narrow valley lying north of Kathmandu and south of Tibetan border.
It offers opportunity to explore ethnic Tamang villages, climb small peaks (e g Tserku Ri peak) and see the glaciers at relatively low altitude and within short time frame. The walking is also not strenuous. Once you reach the valley the mountain scenery is exceptionally beautiful. Langtang trek also offers some of the oldest monasteries (Kyanjin Gompa), vibrant Tibetan-Buddhist culture and plenty of Yak herds on alpine meadows.
The trail head of Langtang trek is Syabrubensi, reachable on a 7-8 hour jeep drive from Kathmandu.
- Langtang Lirung 7246m
- Gang Chhenpo 6388m
- Naya Kangri 5846m
- Dorje Lakpa 6966m
Other mountains like Hiunchuli, Manaslu and Ganesh Himal as well as the Shishapangma mountain of Tibet are seen from some view points on this trek.
Just next to Langtang valley is the beautiful Gosainkunda Lake. An important Hindu pilgrimage site in the Himalaya, Gosainkunda is also a popular trekking destination.
The Langtang valley and Gosainkunda lake are two independent treks on their own, a trek combining these two is also highly recommended if you have enough time.
Langtang Valley Trek
This short trek to the north east of Kathmandu valley offers opportunity to visit Sherpa and Tamang villages and also good mountain views.Low elevation and easy access are other attractions.An hour of drive takes us to the trailhead Sundarijal . After few hours we reach the Shivapuri ridge offering gorgeous views of Langtang lirung(7246 m), Gauri Shankar (7134 m) and Ganesh Himal (7405 m).
En route we pass through villages of Kutumsang and Tharepati(3597 m) and reach Tarke Ghyang. After enjoying good view s here we reach to Melamchi pul from where we catch our vehicle for Kathmandu.
Itinerary
- Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu , transfer to hotel (1,350m/4,428ft)
- Day 02: Guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu visiting Swayambhunath , Bouddhanath and Patan
- Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi by jeep (1,550m/5,100ft): 8 hours
- Day 04: Trek Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel (2,380m/7,830ft): 6 hours
- Day 05: Trek to Langtang village( 3541m/ 11,615 ft): 7 hours
- Day 06: Trek to Kyangjin Gompa (3,870m/12,697ft): 5 hours
- Day 07: Explore the Langtang valley including a climb of Tserko Ri (5000m/16,404ft) 7-8 hours
- Day 08: Kyangjin Gompa to Lama Hotel: 6-7 hours
- Day 09: Lama Hotel to Syabrubesi: 4-5 hours
- Day 10: Syabrubesi to Kathmandu by drive 8 hrs
- Day 11: Fly back home home
Price
This is a private, tailor made trip. In order for us to quote you the price, write us with number of persons in your group, the category of hotels you would like to stay, whether you would like to use surface or air transport(where applicable )inside Nepal and your intended amendment on our itinerary, if any. The price we quote will include and exclude the following.
Included in the price
- All surface transfers as per itinerary
- Domestic airfare and airport tax
- Hotel in Kathmandu in twin sharing , BB basis
- Fooding, lodging and other expenses of trekking crew
- Fooding (3 meals a day ) and lodging for the clients in trek days
- Necessary permit and national park fees
- Guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu
Not included in the price
- single supplement charges (if required.)
- Departure tax from Kathmandu ($24 approx.)
- Personal equipments and clothing
- International airfare and your insurances
- Cold drinks and beverages
- Personal expenses and tips to the crew
Langtang Gosainkunda Trek
If you have 3 extra days, we highly recommend you visit the pristine Gosainkunda lake while returning from Langtang valley . The lake itself is quite beautiful and visiting Gosainkunda , you avoid tracing the same trail while returning .
Itinerary
- Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu , transfer to hotel (1,350m/4,428ft)
- Day 02: Guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu visiting Swayambhunath , Bouddhanath and Patan
- Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi by jeep (1,550m/5,100ft): 8 hours
- Day 04: Trek Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel (2,380m/7,830ft): 6 hours
- Day 05: Trek to Langtang village( 3541m/ 11,615 ft): 7 hours
- Day 06: Trek to Kyangjin Gompa (3,870m/12,697ft): 5 hours
- Day 07: Explore the Langtang valley including a climb of Tserko Ri (5000m/16,404ft) 7-8 hours
- Day 08: Kyangjin Gompa to Lama Hotel: 6-7 hours
- Day 09: Lama Hotel to Thulo Syabru (2,230m/ 7,316 ft): 5-6 hours
- Day 10: Thulo Syabru to Shin Gompa (3330m/10,922m ): 3-4 hours
- Day 11: Shin Gompa to Gosaikunda (4,460m/14,632ft): 5-6 hours
- Day 12 : Trek down to Dhunchhe - 6 hrs / 1,764 m- 5785 ft
- Day 13: Syabrubesi to Kathmandu by drive 8 hrs
- Day 14: Fly back home home