Tour Overview

Langtang Valley is situated north of Kathmandu between the Himalayan mountain range and south of the Tibetan border. Trekking to Langtang valley takes you into some wilderness and most beautiful areas that comprise high altitude alpine yak pastures, glaciers, and moraines around Kyanjing Gompa. Langtang Valley trek offers you an opportunity to explore ethnic villages and diverse flora and fauna. In the Langtang valley, you will find a small settlement of Sherpa people whereas the lower part of the valley such as Dhunche, Bharkhu and Syabru are mainly inhabited by Tamang ethnic group of people. Both these ethnic groups of people follow Buddhism and practice their respective culture and tradition. They earn their livelihood by herding yak, sheep and producing buckwheat, potatoes, wheat, and barley in the fields. Their houses are made of stones and wood covered with flat zinc roof that has tons of stone placed on top to secure them from flying.


Kyanjin village at Langtang valley, surrounded by the Tsergo Ri and Yala Peak mountains

According to legend, the Langtang valley was discovered by one Buddhist monk following runaway yaks. This is how the name-Langtang word is derived, Lang means Yak and tang means to follow. Langtang Valley Trek can be completed in 9 days treks starts and ends in Kathmandu. We begin the trek from Dhunche heading uphill to Lama Hotel and Langtang village until we arrive at the famous Kyanjing Gompa. Here, you will find Yaks everywhere. The view of Langtang Lirung and its glacier is beautiful. En route you will pass by the cheese factory and the ancient old monastery. From Kyanjing Gompa you can hike early in the morning up to Kyanjing Ri (4773m) and enjoy the view of the Langtang Lirung becoming orange and slowly turn to white.

After exploring the Langtang valley, we retrace the same route to Syabrubesi from where we catch a transport and drive back to Kathmandu. Langtang Valley Trekking is a highly recommended medium- hard trek that can be arranged throughout the year. Simplytour.com organize all tours and treks all over Nepal according to the clients’ interest, time and budget.

Itinerary

  • Day 01: Drive to Syaprubesi(1503m) & overnight at the hotel. 8 hrs approx
  • Day 02: Trek to Lama hotel (2410m) 6 hrs
  • Day 03: Trek Lama Hotel to Langtang Village (3430m.) 5-6 hours
  • Day 04: Trek Langtang Village to Kyanjing Gompa (3830m.) 3-4 hours
  • Day 05: Exploration day at Kyanjing Gompa. Visit the monastery and the cheese factory, walk up glaciers of Langtang Lirung or ascend Kyangjin Ri (4773m.)
  • Day 06: Trek from Kyanjing Gompa to Lama Hotel (2500m.)  6-7 hours
  • Day 07: Trek Lama Hotel to Syabru Besi (1503m.) 5 hours
  • Day 08: Drive Syapru Besi to Kathmandu (1350m.) approx 8 hrs

Includes

  • Airport pick up and transfer to hotel.
  • English speaking local trekking guide
  • Langtang National Park entry permit
  • Trekker’s Information Management system (TIMS)
  • Private or local transport as per the program
  • Tea house accommodation during the trek
  • Guide food, insurance, lodge, transportation etc.
  • The arrangement of helicopter if any case of emergency (If you have travel insurance that covers risks)

Not Included

  • Lunch & Dinner in Kathmandu
  • Nepal entry visa fee (you will easily get the visa upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport)
  • Your international flight ticket and airport departure tax
  • Personal types of equipments
  • High-risk medical insurance
  • Meals and all kinds of hot and cold alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
  • Battery recharge, extra porters, shower, laundry, wifi and internet etc during the trek
  • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early return from the trekking (due to any reason)
  • Tips & Gratuities for trekking guide & porter (s)