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Nepal
Langtang Valley Trek

Overview

Incredible mountain views of the Langtang Himalayas, valley and across to Tibet from Kyanjin Ri”

Overview:

Langtang valley trek is one of the most popular and beautiful trekking destination that ranks third in terms of trekking popularity in Nepal. It is only about 80 km north from the capital city, Kathmandu.  A 7 to 8 hour jeep ride takes us to Syabrubesi, the gateway to The Langtang Valley Trek.  The trek comprises a wide range of climate regions, from tropical to alpine, with an overall altitude fluctuation of 1,550 m to 3,870 m. Sipping a cup of coffee in the lap of the Himalayas at 3870 meters surrounded by stunning panoramic landscapes, is just one of the memories to look forward to.

The Langtang Trek is a moderate level trek suitable for novice and time-limited travelers seeking for an amazing trekking experience in short time period. The monasteries, mani walls, and chortens are evidence of the Buddhist influence in this tranquil area. This trip offers an opportunity to interact with people and an insight into Tamang culture. The Tamang community welcomes you through their elegant traditional culture to experience a taste of Nepali hospitality. You’ll be pleasantly surprised by this trek as you traverse through forests and take in the breathtaking vistas of mountains, valleys, and glaciers. There are options for daytrips, such as stroll to Tserko Ri or Kyanjin Ri. These viewpoints offer the best panoramic view of the Langtang mountain range covered with snow.

This trek provides you with adventure while allowing you to experience actual wilderness in the magnificent Langtang National Park. The park is home to the wildlife such as elusive Red Panda and Snow Leopard, Himalayan Black Bears, Himalayan Tahr, gorals, serows, rhesus monkeys, musk deer, and more than 250 species of birds. The trekking trail traverse through the dense forest of alders, bamboos, oaks, rhododendrons (during spring), pines, juniper, and alpine shrubs. The Nepalese larch is the only deciduous conifer found in this region and few places elsewhere.

The Langtang Valley Trek can be combined with Tamang Heritage Trek, Gosainkunda Trek and Helambu Trek that can be completed in around two weeks of time.

Quick Facts

Best Time : March - May & September - November

Duration : 10 days

Max. Altitude : 4985 M

Commences At : Kathmandu

Ends At : Kathmandu

  • Arrival in Kathmandu
  • Drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi Kathmandu (1,300m /4,265 ft) Syafru Besi: (1,450m/ 4,757 ft)
  • Trek from Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel Syafru Besi: (1,450m/ 4,757 ft) Bamboo: (2,200m/ 7,217 ft) Lama Hotel: (2,480m/ 8,136 ft)
  • Trek from Lama Hotel to Langtang village Lama Hotel: (2,480m/ 8,136 ft) Langtang Village: (3,430m/ 11,253 ft)
  • Trek from Langtang village to Kyanjin Gomba Langtang Village: (3,430m/ 11,253 ft) Kyan Jin Gompa: (3,870m/ 12,696 ft)
  • Exploration Day at Kyanjin Gomba Kyan Jin Gompa: (3,870m/ 12,696 ft)
  • Trek from Kyanjin Goma to Lama Hotel Kyan Jin Gompa: (3,870m/ 12,696 ft) Langtang Valley: (3,430m/ 11,253 ft) Lama Hotel: (2,480m/ 8,136 ft)
  • Trek from Lama Hotel to Syabrubesi Lama Hotel: (2,480m/ 8,136 ft) Syafru Besi: (1,450m/ 4,757 ft)
  • Drive back to Kathmandu Syafru Besi: (1,450m/ 4,757 ft) Kathmandu (1,300m /4,265 ft)
  • Final Departure Kathmandu (1,300m /4,265 ft)

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After flying through the beautiful scenic views of mountains, varied terrains and plains, you will arrive in the capital city of Kathmandu. Ensuring your landing, our Team will receive you at the Tribhuwan International Airport and transfer you to the hotel in Thamel. Once you have checked into the hotel, a briefing will be provided for the preparation of trek in the following days, and answer your questions and queries if any. There is a lot to do and see in Thamel. If you have an early arrival, after refreshment, you can visit our office nearby to meet our team members, stroll around the narrow lively streets of Thamel and enjoy your first meal in a variety of restaurants offering different cuisines with live music.
After an early morning breakfast, we take a 7- 8-hour jeep drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi. We drive towards north of Kathmandu on the mountainous highway through the Bhote Koshi River, Langtang River, alder and bamboo forest. During the journey, we get glimpses of stunning views of waterfalls, gorges, terrace fields, small villages and snow-capped mountains like Mt. Annapuran II (7,937m), Mt. Manaslu (8,163), Ganesh Himal (7,422) and other peaks.
From Syabrubesi, we start our trek along the BhoteKoshi and Langtang Rivers, passing through lush jungles, terraced fields, and small villages full of bamboo and birch trees. You might spot the red panda, musk deer and rhesus monkeys on the path. After some gentle climb, we reach Rimche (2,400m/7,874ft), and finally arrive at our final stop for the day, the Lama Hotel.
We start our trek after breakfast. We will trek alongside the Langtang River and ascend through a dense forest of oak, maple and rhododendron. As we walk on, we start seeing snow-capped mountains if the weather is favorable. We will have a beautiful occasional sight of Langtang Lirung (7,245m) between the trees along the route. The narrow river valley eventually widens after reaching Ghoda Tabela (3,030m) and the mountains appear on either side of the valley. Once there was Tibetan resettlement project here, but it has a New Army Post with a few lodges. The trail continues, passing by a few temporary sheds inhabited by herders who bring their yaks to graze in the high pastures in summer and descend during winter. If you have never seen yaks before, you will probably be seeing them for the first time here. We eventually arrived at Chyamki Village (3230m), which had ancient mani walls, chortens, and prayer flags. The trail then traverses through the landside area, a sad reminder of 2015 earthquake, where the old Langtang village once was. After crossing the huge rock field area of landside, we reached the New Langtang village, where we spend the night.
Today will be a short and easy trek. Throughout the journey, we pass by mani walls carved with Buddhist mantras, on the trail past small villages, yaks’ pastures and grasslands. After walking for about half an hour we reach Mundu village with some typical old houses which remind us of what all the villages once looked like in this valley. The trail ascends gradually from Mundu as the valley widens and the views expand while passing through yak pastures. We can feel the thin air as we ascend to higher altitudes. We trek slowly because we will be gaining elevation, allowing our bodies to acclimatize. The trail arrives at the Kyangjin Gomba after crossing a number of minor streams and moraines. There is an old monastery nearby, as well as a cheese factory run by the government. Once you reach, we strongly recommend spending the rest of the day strolling around and exploring the area.
Today is our exploration day around Kyanjin Gomba. There won’t be any long and tedious treks today; just a short hike around the area. Today, we hike to Kyanjin Ri (4,773m), a lower peak than Tsergo Ri (4,985m), which can be challenging for beginners. Hike to Tsergo-Ri, if you’re looking for more adventure. Both of these day hike locations provide breathtaking mountain ranges and glaciers. Langshisa Kharka is another day hiking destination from Kyanjin Gompa. We’ll head back to Kyanjin Gompa for the evening as the sun sets.
As we depart Kyangjin Gompa, we’ll take one last look at the majestic mountains and descend towards Lama Hotel. We will have a lunchbreak at Ghoda Tabela and continue on to Lama Hotel, where we will spend the night.
We walk down to Syabrubesi for about five hours after breakfast. We descend through birch and bamboo forests, cross the Langtang and Bhote Koshi rivers, and take in the breathtaking scenery to get to Syabrubesi. This concludes our trekking journey. We’ll be driving back to Kathmandu the next day.
Today, after breakfast we will drive from Syabrubesi to Kathmandu, which will take about 7 to 8 hours. When you arrive in Kathmandu, check-in in the previous hotel at Thamel. You can take a stroll for beverages and shopping in the evening. It’s a fantastic idea to spend your evening in Kathmandu wandering around Thamel and the surrounding areas for shopping and independently exploring the twisting streets of this tourist hotspot. A few restaurants that serve delicious cuisine and hot coffee are located along the route, with good live music, and service.
Today, you will depart Nepal with beautiful memories and experiences. Our team will wish you farewell and transport you to the International Airport according to your flight schedule for your flight home. It’s good to be at the airport at least 2 hours before your departure. Adventure Pulse hopes you have a wonderful time and look forward to facilitating many more incredible adventures in Nepal.

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TRIP COST INCLUDES

 

  • All necessary airport arrival departure as per the itinerary.
  • 2 night’s hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on a twin sharing basis on BB plan.
  • Private 4wd Landcruiser, Kathmandu- Syabrubeshi – Kathmandu (both way)
  • Full board tea house trekking cost with breakfast, lunch, dinner/ you can order your meal from the menu as much as you like but over ordering and wasting food is not allowed. The total trekking days will be 8 Days (Menu sample in additional information section have a look below)
  • Tea, or coffee during the trek
  • The best available accommodation during the trek- 7 nights
  • Professional government license holder English speaking trekking guide and his salary.
  • The required number of Porters to carry the luggage during the trek (We assign one porter for every two guests).
  • Coverage of Guides and Porters, their meals, insurance, transportation, flight, and other necessary equipment.
  • Langtang National Entry Park Permit
  • TIMS Permit
  • Drinking water purification liquor or tablet
  • A basic medical kit.
  • All government and local taxes.

TRIP COST EXCLUDES

Exclusions - 

  • International airfare to/ from Nepal.
  • Nepal Entry Visa Fees for multiple Entries on arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport- (15 days – $30, 30 days- $50 and 90 days- $125) except Indian nationalities
  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
  • Insurance covers, medical, emergency evacuation, loss, etc.
  • Personal expense (shopping, snacks, boil bottle water, hot and cold drinks, hot shower, Alcohol, Wi-Fi, telephone call, battery re-charge fee), extra porters, etc.
  • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary.
  • Additional costs or delays caused by out of management control, for example, landslide, weather condition, itinerary modification due to safety concerns, illness, change of government policies, strikes, etc.
  • Tips and gratitude provided to staff.

1. Can a beginner do this trek?

Langtang valley trek is an easy to moderate level trek which can be taken up by first time trekkers and fit beginners. Though no prior experience of trekking is required, it does require one to have good level of physical fitness, in order to walk for a 4-6 hour duration on a daily basis.

2. What is the highest altitude that I will attain?

The highest altitude you will be touching while on this trek is 4,985 meters, that roughly translates to 16,355 feet above sea level. You will be attaining this altitude at Tserko Ri which is Day 6 of your trekking itinerary.

3. Where will I be staying ?

In Kathmandu on your arrival and departure, you will be staying in a comfortable 3 star hotel in Thamel district. While on the trek for 7 night’s you will be staying in Tea houses/mountain lodges that are constructed along the way throughout the region. These lodges are usually run by families, and have all basic amenities from bed, mattresses, pillow, blankets, dining areas, fully functional kitchens, etc. In the hotel in Kathmandu as well the tea houses, the package includes 9 nights of stay on double occupancy basis. If you require a room on single occupancy, please do let us know and it can be arranged based on actuals.

4. What are the food arrangements on the trek?

The food on this trek is very convenient, but not as convenient as it is in cities. There will be Breakfasts, Lunch, Dinners, Tea & coffee will be provided in the trek with a large variety to choose from. We go by the logic of One order per meal per person. Some of the popular menu items are: – Breakfasts – (Oatmeal, Corn Flakes, French toast with Jam, Butter, Cheese, and Honey Tibetan bread or Chapati Local tsampa porridge, Hashed brown eggs, Varieties of eggs (Omelets) Pancakes Muesli Breads Fruits and Vegetables Hot drinks like varieties of teas and coffees Hot chocolates, etc) Lunch – (Dhal, Bhat & Tarkari (Dal Bhat power 24 hours) Tibetan Bread Various Soups items Sherpa Stew Steaks Sandwiches Momo (dumplings) Macaroni dishes Tenduk Spaghetti Noodles Thukpa Pasta Vegetable Curry Potatoes Items Vegetable and salad Pizza (Tomato, Mushroom, Mixed) Snakes (Papad, Prawn) Desserts items (Rice Pudding, Apple pie), etc) Dinners – (Dhal, Bhat & Tarkari Tibetan Bread Various Soups items Sherpa Stew Steaks Sandwiches Momo (dumplings) Macaroni dishes Tenduk Spaghetti Noodles Thukpa Pasta Vegetable Curry Potatoes Items Vegetable and salad Pizza (, Tomato, Mushroom, Mixed) Snacks (Papad, Prawn) Pokada, finger chips, etc. The best items from the lodge’s menu are fresh, hygienic, delicious, and nutritious.

5. What is start point of the trek?

Langtang valley trek starts from Syabrubesi which is a 7 to 8 hours drive jeep drive from Thamel where we will be staying while in Kathmandu. After an early morning breakfast we set out on the road. It is a beautiful drive, as we get glimpses of waterfalls, gorges, terrace fields, small villages and snow-capped mountains like Mt. Annapuran, Mt. Manaslu, etc.

6. What is the temperature like during the trek?

In the season months, the day time temperatures in the region are quite pleasant - anywhere between 12 -18 degrees Celsius. The nights however will be much colder and will go down to single digits and sub zero depending on the altitude you are at and the wind factor.

7. What happens in case of a medical emergency?

Our team carries a full-fledged medical kit that contains generic as well as high altitude medicines. We will be doing oxygen level checks everyday as well, and our team leaders will also be doing physical examination to ensure how the trekkers are feeling. In case anyone shows any signs of high altitude sickness, medicines will be given by our leaders according to the symptoms shown. In case a person cannot continue further up ahead on the trek, if he/she is not physically fit or is unable to acclimatize etc. he/she will be advised by the leader on whether he can continue the trek or should go back with one of our guides. Owing to safety protocols, the trek leaders decision shall be final and binding. Depending on the condition of the trekker, a helicopter evacuation or a horse – either could be used to go back, the cost of which will have to be borne by the trekker himself.

8. What kind of clothes do I need to carry ?

Carrying good apparels and accessories plays a very vital role in ensuring a good experience while exploring the mountains. The following list on our website points out all the details of clothes and accessories that you should carry for the trek.

9. What are tips to follow to acclimatize to the altitude?

Acclimatization basically means enabling your body to adapt to the altitude, heat, cold, air, etc. In the mountains, this becomes very important to ensure a comfortable trekking experience. The basic 5 things to do in order to acclimatize well are – 1. Keep your hydration levels high. One needs to consume minimum 4 litres of water on a daily basis. 2. Keep your appetite going well. Loss of appetite is one of the first signs of being affected by AMS. Keeping a decent appetite from day 1 is important and it will also give your body the required nutrition. 3. Sleep – It is of utmost importance that your body is well rested. Minimum 7-9 hours of sleep is recommended to rest, recover and recharge yourself for the next day. 4. Protecting your eyes – Wearing sunglasses in the mountains is a must. The sun glares are much stronger in the high altitudes than our cities, and can often lead to headaches which can stay for very long. Hence, it is advisable to keep your sunglasses on whenever needed. 5. Walk and talk pace – your pace of walking should be such that you should be able to talk. Especially when gaining altitude, it is advisable to walk slower as you gain altitude. Following the above basic rules will increase your chances of acclimatization.

10. What medicines should I carry?

Our team usually carries a full fledge medical kit which include generic medicines ranging from headache, indigestion, allergies, anti-inflammatory, to high altitude medicines like Diamox etc. from oxy meters, thermometers, bandages, water purification drops But apart from that in case there are specific medicines that work for you or your doctor has prescribed, you should carry those. The list of medicines you can carry has also been highlighted in the ‘Things to carry’ tab on our website.

11. Is a medical certificate/assessment needed for the trek?

Yes. A medical certificate is compulsory for this trek. It is important that you have yourself assessed by a qualified doctor before the trek. The physical examination conducted by the doctor will include a check of your blood pressure, pulse, recording your blood group, mentioning any previous injuries/accidents or allergies, etc. This assessment will be beneficial not only for the trekker but also the team in case if any medical situation arises. The format of the certificate will be shared by our team to all the participants and needs to be submitted as per the deadlines mentioned by a representative from Adventure Pulse.

12. Will I be able to communicate with my family ?

There are multiple options to be in touch with your friends and family while on the trek. You can activate international roaming on your phone or even buy a local sim card in Nepal. NTC sim card usually works better in the region. However, the network is not consistent and varies from place to place, and won't be as strong as you gain altitude. Wifi option will be available in the tea houses till Kyanjin. Different tea houses charge different amounts for purchase of wifi usually ranging anywhere between 200-400 nepali rupees for a 24 hour cycle.

Extreme temperature variations, high altitude, snow glare & proximity to sun are certain factors which necessitate the need to for proper mountaineering equipment. In order to enjoy your experience in the mountains, we have recommended that you carry the following with you.

Apparels

  1. Trekking Boots / Shoes (preferably up to ankle length & water resistant)
  2. Multiple pairs of cotton and woolen socks (at least 5-6 pairs of each)
  3. Track Pants for comfortable trekking, Denims to be avoided. (At least 3-4)
  4. Thermal inners and sweater / warm sweat shirt (1 each)
  5. Cotton T-shirts (5 to 6 minimum)
  6. Water proof jacket/windcheater
  7. Warm thermal jacket
  8. 01 Peak Cap + at least 01 Woolen Cap
  9. 02 pair of warm gloves (Liners and outer)
  10. One pair floaters

Accessories

  1. Air bag / Duffel bag / Rucksack (No Suitcases during the trek)
  2. Day Back Pack + Drinking Water Bottle 1 Litre
  3. Torch + Batteries
  4. Sleeping Bag
  5. Knee / Ankle / Wrist Guards (if required)
  6. Nail Cutter / Pocket / Pen Knife
  7. Cold cream
  8. Hand sanitizer
  9. Chap-stick / Vaseline
  10. Personal toiletries (Tooth Paste / Toilet Paper / Wet Wipes or Baby Wipes etc.)
  11. Medical kit (With basic medicines for headache, upset stomach, sour throat, water purification tablets/drops, band aids, painkillers & Moov/ Iodex, Vics Vaporub, D-Cold etc.)
  12. Any personal medication (Individual specific)
  13. High energy snacks like Dry fruits, Bars of chocolate, Tang, glucose etc.
  14. Good quality Sun shades.
  15. Sun block (SPF40+)
Langtang valley is among the most beautiful treks in Nepal and requires participants to be in good physical shape to be able to do the trek comfortably. The trek can be taken up by amateur trekkers and fit beginners. It does not require that you have any previous trekking or mountaineering experience neither does it require any technical experience; only that you be in good physical conditioning to be able to enjoy it more. One should be able to hike at a comfortable pace for 4-6 hours over hilly terrain with a light day pack. Good cardio-vascular conditioning and exercises for muscles that are used to hiking will make your trip much more comfortable and doable. We recommend the following schedule to the participants:
We recommend the following schedule to the participants
  1. WEEK ONE: Participants should develop a habit of being able to get up in the morning and run / brisk walk for a minimum of 3-4 Km at least 3-4 days a week. This would represent at least 20-25 minutes of cardio exercise. Though difficult at first, keep at it. You can stop and take breaks as well. During the day, you should get into the habit of avoiding elevators and taking the steps. You should be able to climb at least 4/5 flights of steps daily. (Avoid going down steps too fast as this could result in some knee injuries). If you Don’t enjoy running and are into some other sport like cycling or swimming, spend about 45 mins cycling or about 600 – 800 mts of swimming for at least 4 days a week .
  2. WEEK TWO: Assuming you have successfully survived week one and are consistent with your exercise, you can take up the pace a notch. Increase your distance to 5/6 kms per day and 5 times a week, you can additionally go to a gym. Avoid heavy weight training. Focus more on a core workout. These are your muscle groups that run along the length of your body and helps maintain your posture and sustains you during your long hours of working.
  3. WEEK THREE: In addition to the week Two exercise, one additional feature you should add in Week Three is walking for half an hour during the evenings with a backpack on carrying 3-4 kgs. This could be 2lts of water, some snacks, a jacket etc. This will help strengthen your back and shoulders thus preparing you for the long hours of trekking. If you don’t want to just simply walk, also try increasing your time on climbing flight of steps. As compared to week One, you should aim to be able to climb 10-12 flight of stairs comfortably.
  4. WEEK FOUR: Sustenance. Keep up the tempo, sustain the workout. Try avoiding doing anything very rigorous but be consistent with morning and evening walks / runs and climbing flight of stairs.
  5. WEEK FIVE: Sustain the workout. Increase only if you feel comfortable. Start doing an additional 10-15 mins of climbing stairs in the morning / evening with a daypack of 2-3 kg; about 20-25 floors once a day should help increase the stamina and Endurance considerably.

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