This short trek walks us up the Langtang Valley in Nepal surrounded by the Himalayas just south of the Tibet border. According to legend, the Langtang valley was discovered by a Lama following a runway Yak, hence the name "Lang" is Yak for Tibetan and "Tang" means to follow. Langtang is a narrow valley that lies just south of Tibet border, sandwiched between main Himalayan range to the northern and a slightly lower range of snow clad peaks to the south. This high and isolated region is habituated by people of Tibetan origin, who practice Buddhism. A visit to Langtang valleys offers an opportunity to explore village and monasteries as well as to visit glaciers at the head of the valley and views of Mt. Langtang, Mt. Dorjelakpa 6990m., Mt. Lirung 7245m., Mt. Ganesh 7406m among others.
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Duration of Trip: |
8 days (Kathmandu to Kathmandu) |
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Number of trekking Days: |
8 days |
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Best Time of the year to go: |
September to December and February to June |
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Highest Point (altitude): |
Tsergo Ri (5033m) |
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Trip Highlights: |
Langtang Valley, Mt. Dorjelakpsa, Mt. Langtang, Lirung, Mt. Ganesh |
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Trip Grade (level of difficulty): |
Moderate |
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Type of Activity: |
Trekking / Hiking for about 4-4.5 hrs on average per day |
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Type of Accommodation: |
Local Tea houses/ Lodges |
Days Itinerary Day 01 Trek Begins Day 02 Day 03 Day 04 Day 05 Trek to Tsergo Ri (5033m) and back to Kyangjin Gompa Day 06 Day 07
Pick up from the Hotel Lobby and drive to Syabru Besi (2720m). After a short tea break/Packed Lunch, start 3-4 hours of Trek up through verdant terraced farmlands. Overnight teahouse
Trek to Lama Hotel (2470m)
After breakfast, trek to Lama Hotel (2470m). 4-5 hours trek following the southern bank of the Langtang River. The valley sides are steep and densely forested, panoramic views of the Langtang Range can be glimpsed. Overnight teahouse
Trek to Langtang Valley (3430m)
After breakfast, trek to Langtang Village (3430 m). After 3-4 hours of walk, the valley opens up to the classic U shaped of a glaciated valley with beautiful flora and fauna of this region. Overnight teahouse
Trek to Kyangjin Gompa (3800m)
After breakfast, Trek to Kyangjin Gompa (3800m), 3-4 hours of walk to the site of one of the two Buddhist Gompas (Monasteries) in the upper Langtang Valley. Overnight teahouse
After breakfast, Trek to neighboring Tsergo Ri (5033m) a fabulous view point to make a rewarding day hike and trek back to Kyangjin Gompa. Overnight teahouse
Descent back to Lama Hotel (2470m)
After breakfast, start your day to descent back to Lama Hotel an average 3-4 hours of walk. Overnight teahouse
Descent back to Syabru Besi (1460m)
After breakfast, continue descent back down to trail head reaching Syabru Besi. Overnight teahouse
Day 08
After breakfast, begin drive to Kathmandu.
After breakfast, begin drive to Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel.
SERVICE INCLUDED:
1. Langtang National Park Conservation Permit
2. All the land transportation by private vehicle as per itinerary
3. Accommodation in the best available lodges/teahouses for entire duration of trek
4. 3 Meals (Nepali dal bhat and semi-western) a day (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) for 8 nights/ 9 days trek
5. Sherpa English Speaking Guide for your entire trek days and assistant guide/s as per group size
6. Necessary Porters to carry your baggage for the entire trek
7. Guide & Porter Insurance and a General Medical Kit
8. Carry all duffel bags, Sleeping bags, down jacket (if required)
SERVICE EXCLUDED:
1. Alcoholic Beverages + soft drinks + bottled mineral water
2. Liabilities of Loss, Theft, Damage
3. Rescue Operation by any means of Transportation.
4. Personal Warm Clothing such as Jackets, Pants, Boots etc.
5. Personal Expenses such as telephone calls, laundry etc.
6. Tipping etc.
A TYPICAL TREK DAY
07.15 AM: Crew will wake you up
08.00 AM: Breakfast
08.30 AM: Trek Day Starts
12:00 PM: Break for Lunch
01.30 pm: Resume Trekking
03.30 PM: Stop for the Day at Tea House
07.00 PM: Dinner at Tea House
For further questions and cost of this trek, please email us at challenge@sts.wlink.com.np