Langtang Valley Trek 11 Days

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Duration 11 Days
Fitness Level Easy
Max Elevation 3,870 m
Meals Full Board Meal
Accomodation Basic Mountain Lodges and Tea Houses
Best month March - May and September - Mid December
Price USD 740

Trip Introduction

Langtang Valley Trek is really considered the most rewarding trekking destination among the short treks due to its expansive views, relatively gentle pace, interesting Tamang culture, and accessibility from Kathmandu. Langtang valley which is also known as the valley of glaciers is simply the best trekking in the lap of the Himalayas rich with picturesque nature, landscapes, mountain views, and culture. Langtang is a wonderful valley of numerous glacial lakes and scattered mountainous villages of Tamang. This trek will take you to rugged trails and immaculate magnificence, exploring the Tibetan-influenced culture and heritage of the local Tamang and Sherpa community, and furthermore the rich flora and fauna are the main attractions of Langtang Valley Trek. The trek begins at Syabru Bensi and moves forward through wonderful forests perched by the banks of the Langtang Khola. From there the trail takes place between the broad path of the magnificent peaks to the narrow vale of the village of Langtang which was rebuilt, crossing multiple suspension bridges and waterfalls then climbing to the valley's glorious monastery of Kyanjin Gompa and its special Yak cheddar facility. The best moment to the sight of this trek is the numerous giant peaks of the Langtang region which includes the massive face of Langtang Himal. So in case, you're searching for a short and easy trek through the magnificent landscape which can be explored by all age groups of people and the best destination to spent vacation with enormous and perfect scenes we would recommend you think about the Langtang Valley Trek. In addition to the fact that it is a greatly rewarding experience, you’ll also have unforgettable views that can’t be had any other way.

Outline Itinerary

Day 01:      Arrival day in Kathmandu - Altitude: 1350/4428 ft  
Day 02: Drive to Syabrubesi - Altitude: 1,420m/4,658ft | Drive: 8/9 hrs. Meal: BLD  
Day 03: Changdam - Altitude: 2,455 m | Trek: 5-6 hrs. Meal: BLD  
Day 04: Langtang village - Altitude: 3,480m/11,415ft. | Trek: 5-6 hrs. Meal: BLD  
Day 05: Keynjing Gompa - Altitude: 3,870m/12,697ft. | Trek: 3-4 hrs. Meal: BLD  
Day 06: Exploring day at Kyanjin Gompa - Altitude: 3,870m/12,697ft. | Trek: 3-4 hrs. Meal: BLD  
Day 07: Lama Hotel - Altitude: 2340m/7,675ft. | Trek: 6-7 hrs. Meal: BLD  
Day 08: Thulo Syabru Village - Altitude: 1,900m/6,232ft. | Trek: 5-6 hrs. Meal: BLD  
Day 09: Dhunche - Altitude: 1650m/5,412ft. | Trek: 4-5 hrs. Meal: BL  
Day 10: Drive back to Kathmandu. Meal: B  
Day 11: Departure from Kathmandu. Meal: Breakfast  

 

Day to Day Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival day in Kathmandu - Altitude: 1350/4428 ft.

On your arrival at Kathmandu International Airport, one of our representatives will pick up you and escort you to the hotel as well as help you to check-in at the hotel. After your refreshment, you will be briefed about the next day's trip.

Day 02: Drive to Syabrubesi - Altitude: 1,420m/4,658ft | Drive: 8/9 hrs.
Meal: BLD

After Breakfast, re-check your baggage and get ready for a long drive to Syabrubesi. Taking a turning to the northern highway to the Trishuli River valley, enjoy the picturesque landscape, mountain scenery and hamlets. Also, catch the magnificent view of Ganesh Himal, Mt. Manaslu and Mt. Kerung of Tibet as well. You will stop at Syabrubesi for your overnight stay at the local lodge.

Day 03: Changdam - Altitude: 2,455 m | Trek: 5-6 hrs.
Meal: BLD

Begins trek from Syabrubesi with gently walk for a while, and then ascend the trail through the terraced field and the forest of oaks, maple, alder, and bamboo. On your way, you might see some yellow-throated marten, wild boar, Himalayan black bear, and red panda as well as varieties of Birds. Crossing some streams and a bridge, you will walk along the small Tea-shops. Then, ascending steeply along the trail, cross a steel suspension bridge and walk along the Langtang River, you will pass through the Bamboo forest that takes you to the Changdam where you will spend your overnight.

Day 04: Langtang village - Altitude: 3,480m/11,415ft. | Trek: 5-6 hrs.
Meal: BLD

Today, you will walk on an ascending trail that gets slightly steeper as you hike up and the trail continues along the dense forest. Cross a log bridge and further climbing steeply up, you will reach Ghoratabela. Here, you can see several lodges and a national park check post. Further, the trails lead you to the wide valley, even see water-driven mills, yak pastures as well as the prayer wheels, mani walls that represent the Himalayan culture. Passing a stream, you will reach at a beautiful Langtang Village settled by the Tamang and Sherpas. Spend overnight at the local lodge.

Day 05: Keynjing Gompa - Altitude: 3,870m/12,697ft. | Trek: 3-4 hrs.
Meal: BLD

Today, you will have a gentle walk towards Kyanjing Gompa. You will walk through the rich yak pastures and interesting traditional villages of Mumdu to Singdun. Passing a stone mani wall and a wooden cantilever bridge, you will reach the last village of Langtang- the Kyanjing Gompa. Here, you can explore the monastery, Yak cheese factory, and beautiful locals. The village is even more beautified with a background view of Mt. Langtang Lirung and Mt. Ganchempo. Spend overnight at the local lodge.

Day 06: Exploring day at Kyanjin Gompa - Altitude: 3,870m/12,697ft. | Trek: 3-4 hrs.
Meal: BLD

You have free time to take proper rest and for self-exploration around Langtang. It is a time for better and closer view Mt. Lirung.  You have an option either to climb Tsergo Ri (4984 m) or Kyanjing-Ri (4700 m); even go for a glacier walk or Langshisa Kharka depending on your fitness and interest. The amazing view of snowcapped mountains spreading right next to you and walking up the moraine viewing spectacular mountain ridges and undulating glaciers will be overwhelming.

Day 07: Lama Hotel - Altitude: 2340m/7,675ft. | Trek: 6-7 hrs.
Meal: BLD

Today, you will retrace your journey back to Lama Hotel following the Langtang Khola on a downhill trail. You will have a pleasant walk along the rhododendron forest to Lama Hotel where you will spend your overnight at the local lodge.

Day 08: Thulo Syabru Village - Altitude: 1,900m/6,232ft. | Trek: 5-6 hrs.
Meal: BLD

After breakfast, take the downhill route to the Thulo Syabru. With an easy walk through a green forest of Bamboo and Rhododendron, you can see local wild boar, other animals, and pleasing birds; passes streams and very few tea shops. En-route, you can have a marvelous and close-up view of Ganesh Himal. A steep uphill walk at the end will take you to Thulo Syabru. Here, you will be accommodated in a local lodge for overnight stay.

Day 09: Dhunche - Altitude: 1650m/5,412ft. | Trek: 4-5 hrs.
Meal: BL

Today will be your last day in the Langtang. It will be a quite pleasant walk through the forested path passing some Tamang villages, takes you to Dhunche. It is a headquarters of Rasuwa district, take your time to explore the surrounding. Spend overnight at the local lodge.

Day 10: Drive back to Kathmandu.
Meal: B

After breakfast, catch a bus to drive back to Kathmandu. On your arrival in Kathmandu, you will be escorted to the Hotel. Take your time to refresh yourself with hot shower and rest. 

Day 11: Departure from Kathmandu.
Meal: Breakfast

It is the last day with us. Our supporting team will take you to the airport for your final departure. We hope to see you again. Additionally, if you have a plan of any adjoining trip, you can let us organize.

Trip Includes

  • Ground Transportation: Airport: Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop off service by a private vehicle.
  • Accommodation during Trek: 8 Nights'basic guesthouse accommodation during the trek in mostly twin-share and occasionally dormitory-style rooms. [Few nights in an attached bathroom in available places]
  • Accommodation in Kathmandu: 2 Nights' accommodation in Kathmandu in twin sharing accommodation with Bed and Breakfast plan
  • Meals: 3 Meals per day during the trek (BLD: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner. Each meal consist of one course of the meal)
  • Guide: Nepal Government licensed English-speaking trekking guide.
  • Porter: The required number of local staff and porters to carry your luggage during the trek (2 trekkers: 1 porter)
  • Permit: Langtang National Park and TIMS card permit
  • Ground Transportation: Kathmandu – Syabrubesi and Dhunche - Kathmandu drive in a sharing vehicle
  • Souvenir: Duffle Bag, Trekking T-shirt, Trekking Maps
  • Equipment: Sleeping Bag and Down Jacket during Trek (upon request)
  • Food, accommodation, insurance, equipment, and medicine for all staff.
  • Medical Supply: Exclusive medical kit bag and oximeter carried by trekking guide
  • All our government taxes, vat, tourist service charges.
  • Official expenses
     

Trip Excludes

  • Nepal arrival visa
  • Your personal expenses for mineral water, soft beverages, confectionaries, laundries, phone calls, hot drinking water, bbar bills showers etc. 
  • Internet facility, battery chargers, multi plugs etc. 
  • Extra baggage excess while flying to Lukla.
  • Medical expenses and trip cancellation. 
  • Any other extended trips and accommodation.
  • Tips of ga guides, porters and driver as  a token of appreciation. 
  • Any other expenses or charges that are not mentioned in “cost includes” list. 
     

Source:www.alphaadventuretreks.com