Langtang Trek

Overview

Langtang trek is one of the most popular trekking routes in Nepal. Langtang Trek is easily accessible from Kathmandu. It is a less populated trekking destination, but it is the closest place where you could see the massive snowcapped mountains and beautiful glaciers. The whole valley is dominated by Mount Langtang Lirung (7246m) and offers pine forest, waterfalls, rugged rock and snow-capped peaks, flora and meadows.

The main attraction of Langtang trek is the panoramic Himalayan view of snowcapped mountain like Langtang Lirung, Gang Chhenpo, Naya Kanga, Dorje Lakpa, Ganesh Himal, Manaslu, Gaurisankar etc.

In Langtang trek you will get an opportunity to walk through Langtang National Park. Langtang National Park was established in 1976 to conserve the unique flora and fauna of the region. Best season for Langtang trekking is March to May and September to December.

Trip Itinerary

Day 1 : Drive from Kathmandu to Syabru Besi (1460m.) which takes about seven hours.

After breakfast, drive from Kathmandu to Syabru Besi (1460m.) which takes about seven hours. You head north out of Kathmandu driving through scenic foothills and ridgeline vistas to Syabru Besi passing through Dhunche, which is the headquarters of Rasuwa. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 2 : Trek from Syabru Besi (1460m.) to Lama Hotel (2470m.) takes about five and half hours.

After breakfast, trek from Syabru Besi (1460m.) to Lama Hotel (2470m.) takes about five and half hours. The first part of the trail crosses Bhote Koshi River and follows the Langtang Khola. Thereafter, the trail ascends gently to Rimche (2400m.) through Bamboo (1960m.) which lies at the bank of Langtang Khola. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 3 : Trek from Lama Hotel to Langtang village (3430m.) via Ghora Tabela takes about six hours.

Trek from Lama Hotel to Langtang village (3430m.) via Ghora Tabela takes about six hours. The path ascends to Ghora Tabela [3000m], where there is a Nepalese army post. The trail continues to climb gently past a few temporary settlements used by cattle herders. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 4 : Trek from Langtang Village to Kyangjin (3870m.) takes about three hours.

After breakfast, trek from Langtang Village to Kyangjin (3870m.) takes about three hours. The trail climbs gradually through small villages, yak pasture and small stream. You will eventually arrive at Kyangjin Gompa which is an old Buddhist monastery. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 5 : Today is your free day in Kyangjin Gompa.

Today is your free day in Kyangjin Gompa. This day you will explore the area, visit the monastery and cheese factory. You can further walk up the moraine to see the spectacular ice faces and tumbling glaciers of Langtang Lirung. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 6 : Trek from Kyangjin Gompa to Lama Hotel (2470m.) takes about six hours.

Trek from Kyangjin Gompa to Lama Hotel (2470m.) takes about six hours. From Kyangjin you retrace your route, following the Langtang Khola to Langtang village and to Ghora Tabela. After lunch, continue a steep descent to Lama Hotel. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 7 : Trek from Lama Hotel to Syabru Besi (1460m.) via Sherpa Gaon takes about five hours.

Trek from Lama Hotel to Syabru Besi (1460m.) 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 part of the trail is gradually down and then the trail does steeply descent to the Syabru Besi. The main inhabitants belong to Tamang community and they have adopted Tibetan lifestyle. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 8 : Drive from Syabru Besi to Kathmandu by bus, takes about seven hours.

Drive from Syabru Besi to Kathmandu by bus, takes about seven hours. You drive through scenic foothills and ridgeline vistas to Kathmandu. The first part of your drive up to Trishuli Bazaar is through gravel and bumpy road and then well paved road up to Kathmandu.

Inclusions

What is 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 Syabru Besi 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

What isn't 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 (applicable even in case of early arrival or late departure or early return from trekking due to any unforeseen or personal reason, breaking from the scheduled itinerary)

Trip code	NET-TR-LNG3
Package name	Langtang Trek
Duration	8
Max. elevation	3870 m
Level	MODERATE
Transportation	Bus / Jeep<br>
Accomodation	Accommodation in Kathmandu. Lodge Accommodation during Trek
Starts at	Kathmandu
Ends at	Kathmandu
Trip route	{ Kathmandu - Syabru Besi - Lama Hotel - Ghora Tabela - Langtang Village - Kyangjin - Lama Hotel - Syabru Besi - Kathmandu }
Cost	USD 0 per person