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Langtang Valley Trek - 10 days
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DestinationNepal
Duration10 days
Trip DifficultyModerate
ActivitiesTour and Trekking
AccommodationHotels and Resorts
MealsAmerican Plan (AP)
Max. Elevation4985m.
Group SizeMin. 1 Pax
VehicleTourist Bus and Private Vehicle
10 days Langtang Valley Trek Highlights
Scenic views of snow-capped mountains, including Langtang Lirung and Ganesh Himal.
Exploration of diverse landscapes, from dense forests to alpine meadows.
Unique cultural experiences with Tamang and Tibetan communities.
Visits to traditional villages like Kyanjin Gompa.
Opportunities to observe wildlife, including red pandas and Himalayan birds.
Hot springs at Tatopani for relaxation.
Spectacular sunrise views from Tserko Ri (4,984 meters).
Accessible from Kathmandu, making it a convenient trek.
Less crowded compared to other trekking routes in Nepal.
Opportunities for side treks and glacier exploration.
Overview
The Langtang Valley Trek is a great way to connect the Gosaikunda Lake trip in Nepal with the Tamang Heritage Cultures trek. It is a well-known area with a strong Tamang heritage and Himalayan landscape.
The Tamang Indigenous ethnic group's kind demeanor pairs well with the breathtaking scenery. The attention has also been captured by their distinctive Tamang rural lifestyle and Buddhist beliefs.
In contrast to other areas, this Langtang hike provides a more relaxed trekking experience. This is a beginner-friendly path that climbs gradually through lush subtropical Langtang woods and rocky farmlands.
Enchanting waterfalls, charmingly traditional Langtang towns, and stunning vistas abound along the route, capturing your gaze. Trekkers are still fascinated with the breathtaking Himalayan peaks of Yala Peak, Motomori Peak, Langtang Ri, and Langtang Lirung.
Gangchempo Mountain, also known as the Peak of the Langtang Region, is another notable mountain in the area. It is known for its difficult and tricky climbing.
Along the way, this Langtang Valley Trek offers fantastic chances for acclimatization and displays a wide variety of scenery. Once referred to as the inner Langtang National Park path, it is still a favorite option for about 25% of hikers who are seeing Nepal's hilly landscape.
Best Season for Trekking to Langtang
Selecting the ideal time for the Langtang Valley Trek can be challenging because every season offers guests a unique experience. Winter provides cold and snow, while summer and the monsoon offer growth and freshness.
In a similar vein, autumn offers purity and clarity, whereas spring gives warmer, longer days. This walk still has the same level of beauty despite the different climate.
Spring (March-May)
The ideal time to hike the Langtang Valley is in the spring, when the vegetation is in bloom and the days are mild. Lower regions see warm temperatures during the first few weeks of spring, but as winter ends and the season advances, the temperature rises to a moderate level.
The sky eventually clears and turns sunny, making for comfortable hiking weather. It brings with it brilliant and colorful landscape texture, fields of blooming flowers, and higher temperatures.
The nights are lovely and the temperature fluctuates between 16 and 20 degrees Celsius. Moreover, by April, the snowfall from the previous winter has melted, making the elevated pathways clean.
Autumn (September-November)
Autumn is another ideal season for the Langtang Valley Trek, after spring. It provides excellent hiking conditions with mild days and a bright sky. The monsoon rains have cleaned the air of dust and smog, providing trekkers with incredibly clear views.
Depending on how much rain there is during the monsoon, the journey may begin in the middle of September. By now, the weather has stabilized and the sky is a clear blue color with a strong sun all day long.
With warmer evenings, the temperature fluctuates between 15 and 24 degrees Celsius. The weather stays steady in the fall, but as the month progresses, the evenings get cooler.
Overview of Itinerary
Activity
Distance (km)
Duration (hours)
Altitude (meters)
Arrive in Kathmandu
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1,350
Drive to Syabru Bensi
80
7-8
1,460
Trek to Bamboo
7
3-4
1,970
Trek to Langtang Village
5
2-3
3,870
Trek to Kyanjing Gompa
4
2-3
3,900
Hike to Tsergo Ri or Kyanjin Ri
2-3
3-4
4,980-5,130
Trek back to Lama Hotel
10
5-6
2,500
Trek back to Syabru Bensi
12
6-7
1,460
Drive back to Kathmandu
80
7-8
1,350
Departure
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Itinerary
Your flight will arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport, and our representatives will be waiting for you in the terminal to take you up from there. After that, they assist you with checking into your individual rooms and take you to your hotel.
You have the remainder of the day to do as you choose, including exploring the local eateries, markets, and landmarks.
Throughout the day, the local markets are packed with people, and there are many different types of food available at the restaurants, including Thai, Chinese, Korean, traditional, and more
Cost Details
What's Included
Airport pickup and drop-off by private car.
Two nights' accommodation with breakfast at a 3-star category hotel in Kathmandu.
Transfer between Kathmandu and Sybrubensi to Kathmandu by public bus.
All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trek.
The best available twin-sharing lodge for accommodation during the trek.
Services of one highly experienced, helpful, and friendly trekking guide; porters (1 porter for two trekkers). Including their food, accommodation, salary, and equipment; accident insurance for all staff.
Use a down jacket and sleeping bag while trekking.
Duffle bag for trekking.
First aid medicine kit.
Langtang National Park Permit fee.
Government taxes and office service charges.
Farewell dinner
What's not Included
Lunch and dinner while in Kathmandu.
Transportation by private vehicle to/from Syabrubensi incurs an additional cost of USD 290.00 for the round trips.
Travel insurance.
International airfare
Nepal entry visa fee
All kinds of hot and cold drinks during the trek.
Hot showers during the trek.
Personal trekking equipment.
Wi-Fi/Internet access during the trek.
Tips for trekking staff and drivers.
Good to Know
Accommodation during the 10-day trek to Langtang Valley
You will stay in a three-star hotel while in Kathmandu, but for the remainder of the Langtang Valley Trek, you will be spending the nights in tea houses. On this trip, there are a number of lodging alternatives offering basic to standard accommodations.
The services you can use vary as you ascend in altitude. As you climb the trails and get to higher locations like Kyanjin Gompa and Lama Hotel, the housing becomes more modest.
Along with rooms, you receive additional amenities like wifi, charging ports, hot showers, and more. However, because of their distant location and lack of transportation, many services may only be available at higher elevations.
You can discover single or twin basis rooms with or without associated toilets in the lower sections. A table and a cabinet can be found in certain rooms, and the beds are furnished with foam mattresses, blankets, pillows, and bedsheets.
You will have to share a room with other people in upper regions since you do not have the luxury of a solitary room. There are two single beds with blankets, pillows, and foam mattresses in each room. There are also just shared bathrooms rather than connected ones.
Meals during the Langtang Trek
During your Langtang Valley Trek, you will sample a variety of delectable dishes, from western to Nepalese. During the trekking trip, you will only have breakfast in Kathmandu and three meals a day (breakfast, lunch, and supper).
On this walk, you may sample a wide range of dishes at the tea shops. They serve both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes that are nutritious for breakfast, lunch, and supper.
Every day, there is a new breakfast menu. The major foods you may consume are potatoes, eggs, pancakes, soup, and toast with jam. In addition, they serve pudding, porridge, cookies, and parathas.
You'll eat items high in carbohydrates at lunch, which will fuel you for the rest of the day. Fried rice, noodles, pasta, macaroni, spaghetti, momo, and pizza are the available alternatives.
You will have traditional Nepalese food for the evening because you will probably be exhausted and hungry after a long day of walking. Rice, lentils, pickles, meat (for non-vegetarians), paneer (for vegetarians), and a variety of other side dishes are served at the tea rooms.
To relieve your thirst, you can choose between bottled water, tea, coffee, honey, lemon, and alcohol. The tea houses usually cook their meals using organic, locally sourced ingredients to make them nutritious.
What are the difficulties while trekking to Langtang Valley?
The Trek to Langtang Valley is an unconventional hiking route that, in spite of its alpine splendor, is underappreciated and sees fewer visitors.
Since these kinds of risks are taken into account while optimizing altitude gain, the likelihood of acute mountain sickness is quite low. Nonetheless, the climate and weather in the mountains are never predictable.
It is impossible to discount the likelihood of avalanches, landslides, and unexpected downpours. Because this area's most picturesque areas are rugged and get a lot of snowfall, there's a good chance an avalanche may occur soon.
Packing List for the 10-Day Langtang Valley Trek
Clothing:
2-3 moisture-wicking t-shirts
1 long-sleeve base layer
1 warm fleece jacket
1 down jacket (for cold nights)
1 waterproof/windproof jacket
2 pairs of trekking pants
1 pair of waterproof pants
Thermal underwear (top and bottom)
3-4 pairs of trekking socks
Warm hat and gloves
Sunhat or cap
Buff or scarf
Footwear:
Sturdy trekking boots (waterproof recommended)
Camp shoes or sandals
Gaiters (optional)
Gear:
Trekking poles (optional but recommended)
Sleeping bag (rated for cold temperatures)
Headlamp with extra batteries
Daypack (20-30L)
Large backpack (50-70L)
Water bottle or hydration bladder (at least 2L capacity)
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