Langtang valley is an ideal trek on an amazing Landscape of Langtang national park. It is the best option for beginners due to its low elevation and less risk of altitude sickness. Ethnic culture, diverse biota, Himalaya, and totally peaceful environment nearby Kathmandu valley is mesmerizing to enjoy throughout the trek.

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About Langtang valley Trek

Langtang valley is an adjoining valley of Kathmandu. It is chosen as a trekking destination because of its beautiful appearance decorated by rhododendron forest with the richest biodiversity, terraced landscape, bamboo, timberlands, river, and rivulets. Besides this, the amazing view of Langtang Himal, Sherpa culture, Gurung and Tamang community, the ethnic people and their hospitality attracts everyone.

Langtang valley trek is a short and moderate trek giving you both pleasure and experience of the Himalayan trek. The greenery below the snow White Mountain and the brightness of a variety of Rhododendron, high alpine meadows, pastures and villages are major parts of this trek.

Starting the trek from Syabru Besi (1460m) you will reach lama hotel, Langtang valley, Kyanjin Gompa and return the same route. You will not only view the beauty of Langtang valley but also gain knowledge and experience of remote life, adapted change due to natural disaster (Earthquake of 2015), the culture and revolution in People after Langtang valley trek.

Langtang Valley

Outline Itinerary

Itinerary	Maximum Altitude	Walking
Day 01 Arrival in Kathmandu	1,350m/4,429ft
Day 02 Kathmandu Sightseeing	1,350m/4,429ft
Day 03 Drive to Syabru Besi	1,460m/4,790ft
Day 04 Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel	2,480m/8136ft	6-7 hrs
Day 05 Lama Hotel to Langtang valley	3,420m/11,220ft	6-7 hrs
Day 06 langtang Valley to Kaynjin Gumba	3,880m/ 12,729 ft	4-5 hrs
Day 07 Kyanjin Ri and Back to Ghoda tabela	4,850m/15,912ft	6-7 hrs
Day 08 Ghoda Tabela to Bamboo	2,200m/7,217ft	5-6 hrs
Day 09Bambo To kathmandu via Syabru Besi	1,460m/4.790ft	6-7 hrs
Day 10 Final Departure	3,557m/11,671ft	6-7 hrs

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Trip Highlight's

Langtang valley trek is combination of natural beauty and ethnic Tamang communities.
Buddhist Mani wall, suspension bridges and Kyanjing - Ri monastery ( Gompa)
An amazing View of Ganesh Himal, Langtang Lirung 7234m, Langtang Lirung II, Yubra Himal,Dorje Lakpa, Gangchhempo Peak, Nayakang and Yala Peak during the trek.
Stunning breathtaking sunrise view from Kyanjing-Ri.

Day 1 :

Arrival at Kathmandu

After landing at Tribhuvan International airport, our company member will welcome you and check-in hotel. In the evening, you will have a welcome dinner in the cultural restaurant. We will also meet with your guide and have a description of the trip.

Day 2 :

Sightseeing in Kathmandu.

After having breakfast, we will start the Kathmandu day tour. You will visit the best places in Kathmandu which are famous for both cultural and historical importance. Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Bouddhanath, Swyambunath are chosen for sightseeing in Kathmandu. In case we get extra time, we will also visit Thamel Bazar and do shopping after finishing the tour.

Day 3 :

Drive to Syabru Besi (1460m)

After having breakfast, we will check out from the hotel and start our journey towards Syabru Besi. It will take around 8 hours to reach Syabru Besi. Enjoying the view of a street market, cities – Trishuli and Dhunche, amazing landscapes, rivers, and mountains we will reach SyabruBesi - the gateway of Langtang trek.

Day 4 :

Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel (2480m)

Langtang valley trek begins on the fourth day of your arrival in Nepal. The place far from a crowded city adds enthusiasm with the beginning of the trek. We will walk through oak and rhododendron forest, enjoy the view of subtropical forest and its diverse plants and animals.
Stepping on downhills and uphills of the Langtang region we will reach Lama Hotel after around 6 hours of walk. Lama Hotel is a small village having comfortable teahouses for night stay.

Day 5 :

Lama Hotel to Langtang valley 3420m.

Our walk begins after having breakfast in Lama Hotel. Starting our climb towards the forest we will reach Ghodatabela (3390m) - the small valley once used to have Tibetan settlements but now we can see Nepal Army post only.
The mesmerizing view of Langtang Lirung, the dense forest of Langtang national park follows throughout the trial. The more we climb up we can see the wider valley, pastureland and nomadic sheds for livestock during summer. Yak, monkey, Langur, varieties of rhododendron are major biota you will enjoy in your trekking trial.
After around 6 hours of walk we will reach Langtang valley. The reconstructed valley after the devastating earthquake 2015, in Nepal has lost historical infrastructure carrying its originality. We can see new constructions and life struggling with available resources. Some of the remaining old houses show an imaginary view once the valley used to have before the earthquake.

Day 6 :

Langtang valley to Kyanjin Gompa 3880 m, 3 hours walk

After having breakfast we will start our walk towards Kyanjin Gompa (3880m). After around half-hour of the walk, we will reach a small settlement named Mundu with historical houses. The old houses, ethnic Tamang community gives an amazing glimpse of local life at Langtang valley.
Continuing the walk from Mundu, we will climb uphill, pass the pasture, several streams, and moraines and reach Kyanjin Gompa. We will visit the small monastery, cheese factory and have a rest in kyangjin Gompa.

Day 7 :

Hike Kyanjin Ri (4850m) and return to Ghoda tabela.

Starting the walk very early in the morning, we will climb Kyanjin Ri to view the sunrise. Enjoying the view of panoramic view of Langtang peak, ice faces, glaciers, monasteries, and downslopes we will spend around an hour on Kyanjin Ri and return back to Kyanjin Gompa. After having breakfast in Kyanjin Gompa, we will descend down to Ghoda tabela.

Day 8 :

Ghoda Tabela To Bamboo

After having breakfast we will head towards Bamboo. Passing the forest, valleys, and Lama hotel along downhills we will reach the resting zone Bamboo, after around 4 hours.

Day 9 :

Trek to Syabru Besi (3hrs) and drive to Kathmandu 6hrs.

After having breakfast we will descend down to Syabru Besi within 4 hrs. As we reach Syabru Beshi, we will take-private car and drive back to Kathmandu. It takes around 6 hours to reach Kathmandu. After arriving in Kathmandu we will check into the hotel and take a rest.

Day 10 :

Departure from Nepal.

Depending on your flight we will drop you at the airport. The wonderful trek to Langtang valley will be a lifetime memory in your mind, captured photographs, and videos.

Frequently asked Questions

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How difficult is Langtang valley trek?

Langtang valley trek is moderate trek in north of Kathmandu valley. The trekking route is long but it is not difficult to complete the trek. It is important to prepare for trek to make complete it. The highest elevation of the trek is 4850m (Kyanjii) where you will reach with acclimatizing in different places (Lama hotel, Langtang valley, Kyanjin Gumba, Kyanjin Ri,).

How to prepare for Langtang valley trek?

Langtang valley trek can be prepared by doing regular exercise and jogging before two months of your trek. You should be physically and mentally healthy to prevent from altitude sickness.

How long is Langtang valley trek?

Langtang valley trek is 10 days long including arrival, departure day and Kathmandu day tour. If you costomise the trek it can be shorter than 10 days by skipping Kathmandu day tour.

Is internet available in Langtang valley trek?

Yes, internet is available in Langtang valley trek.

What is the highest elevation in Langtang valley trek?

The highest elevation in Langtang valley trek is 4980m in Langtang Ri.

What is Langtang valley trek route?

Langtang valley trek route begins after drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubeshi and continues to Lama hotel, Langtang valley, Kyanjin Gumba, Kyangin Ri and return back the same route.

What services are available in Langtang valley trek package?

Services in Langtang valley trek includes Accomodation in throughout days of itinerary, three meal in a day (breakfast, lunch dinner), guide and porter for trek, permit, driving to hotel and travel in Kathmandu – Syabru besi route.

Is permit required for Langtang valley trek?

Yes permit is required to enter in Langtang national park for Langtang valley trek.

How much distance should you cover for Langtang valley trek?

You should cover around 80 kilometer distance for completing Langtang valley trek.

Is customization possible for Langtang valley trek?

Yes you can costomize the trek either by adding acclimatization days, Kathmandu day tour or skiping Kathmandu day tour. You can even continue other trek to from Syabrubesi to Gosakikunda you want longer trek. Extending trek required additional expenses. Similary if Kathmandu day tour is skipped then cost will be less.

What is Langtang famous for?

Langtang national park is famous for rhododendron, endangered species such as panda, snow leopard, black buck, ghoral, Himalayan thar, black bear, grey langur monkey, Langtang Ri, Langtang ridge, langtang valley, Tamang and Gurung community, Monasteries, and Langtang landscape.

Useful Information

Langtang valley trek is 10 days trekking in the north of Kathmandu for all trekkers including the beginner’s. Langtang valley trekking route begins from Syabrubesi and continues through Langtang National park and reaches langtang valley as last destination. Langtang Lirung glacier, Langtang Lirung range, diverse flora and fauna with endangered and rare species such as Himalayan black bear, red panda, gloral, Himalayan tahr, wild boar, Ghoral, grey langur monkey, etc, rivers, waterfalls and rivulets are some natural resources to make Langtang valley more popular. Monastries, ethnic communities, ancient culture and lifestyle in Himalaya can be visual during trek.

Best time for Langtang valley trek

Autumn and spring season are best season for best view in Langtang valley. The pleasant weather gives clear view of Langtang range during these seasons. The blooming 25 different rhododendron species in March, April and May decorates Langtang National park. Moderate temperature, greenery and shiny Langtang Lirung during September October and November is best for trekking.

Langtang valley trek difficulty

Langtang valley trek distance covers around 80kilomiter long trekking route up to 4950m as the highest elevation, Tserko. It is as moderate trek but you should walk long distance as compared to easy trek. If you are a beginner you should trained to be mentally and physically fit and should practice of walking long distance.

Accomodation

Comfortable accommodation will be available throughout the trek. Tea houses will be provided with clean room. As you go in higher elevation bathrooms will be available outside the room.

Meal

The Langtang valley trek package provides three meals breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Breakfast food items include porridge, bread, coffee, tea or milk, and egg. For lunch and dinner, Nepali thali rice, dal curry, and pickle papad are available as the most common and healthier food, you can also get momo, chhowmin, Thukpa, as food items for lunch and dinner.

Preparation for Langtang valley trek

Since you have to walk longer distance in a Langtang trek you should do regular jogging before 2 months of trek. You should do regular physical exercises to make you body flexible and walk easily in mountains. You should do medical checkup to know your internal health condition.

Required clothing for the Langtang Valley trek

Warm jacket – down jacket,
Water and windproof jacket (alternatively bring a poncho or umbrella)
Long-sleeved synthetic fleece (windproof material, if possible)
Thermal underwear
Hat, a pair of gloves and a scarf
Comfortable hiking trousers (loose fitting)
Shorts and trousers, or a skirt
2 pairs of warm wool-blend socks
2 pairs of running socks or liner socks
Proper hiking boots
Running shoes and flip-flops
2-3 T-shirts
Water bottle

Why Mission Summit Treks?

Mission summit trek is a local company providing the best service at the best price for all trekking in Nepal. We have a professional team for managing the trek. We provide qualified licensed guides with the best cooperation and hospitality. You will enjoy the trek, and gain the knowledge of place with the Mission Summit Treks. Always join the Mission Summit Treks for trekking in Nepal.

Langtang Valley Trek