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Langtang Valley Heli Trek is a journey that merges the classic Langtang trek with a helicopter ride. This trek offers an adventurous yet comfortable trekking journey in Nepal. Traverse within Nepal's first Himalayan National Park, Langtang National Park (1976).
Conduct a spiritual journey in Langtang with a sprinkle of modern convenience. Hike along the traditional route of Langtang region with a helicopter ride back to Kathmandu. Explore the area's rich vegetation while discovering the endangered species along the way.
Grab an opportunity to witness stunning mountain views of the Langtang ranges. Some visible mountains are Ganesh Himal, Dorje Lakpa, Langshisa Ri, Ganja La, and Langtang Lirung. Collect memorable 360-degree panoramic mountain views from Cherko Ri (5050m). This is the highest point you reach during the trek.
Pass by the old Langtang village and experience the resilient ambiance of the region. Explore the sacred Kyanjin Gompa (3,830m), the spiritual heart of the Langtang. Further, the Heli ride back at the end of the journey adds a thrill to your amazing trip. This saves time and provides an exclusive experience of helicopter trekking.
Scenic drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi via Dhunche; get a glimpse of Ganesh Himal view during the ride
Get an opportunity to explore Nepal's first Himalayan National Park- Langtang National Park.
Encounter diverse fora and faunas in the National Park
Walk through the beautiful Fir, Oak, and rhododendron forest with the green landscape of the region.
Hike along the trail with the magnificent white giant and the glorious Langtang Himalayas in the backdrop view.
Explore the beautiful Langtang village and listen to the inspiring tales of the villagers.
Learn about the cultures, traditions, and lifestyles of Tamangs, Sherpas, and Tibetans inhabiting the region. Walk past the yak pasture during the hike and watch the herds of yaks grazing in Langtang.
Unwind at Kyangin Gompa after a long day of trekking and stop by the infamous Swiss cheese factory.
Enjoy the 360-degree views of the Langtang Himalayan summits and icy glaciers from the highest viewpoint in Langtang- Cherko Ri.
Enjoy a thrilling helicopter ride back to Kathmandu with mesmerizing views of the entire Langtang region from the top.
Your Langtang Valley Heli Trek starts with your arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport. The Nepal Hiking Team representative assists you at the hotel. Designated member gives you a short briefing on the overall trip.
The following day, take a scenic drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi. This is the starting point of your journey. After that, hike toward Lama Hotel, your first Teahouse stop.
From Lama Hotel, the next stop is Langtang village. After exploring the village, you make your way toward Kyangin Gompa. Subsequently, you climb up Cherko Ri (5,050m), the highest viewpoint in the region. Taking one last look at the Himalayas, you end your hike journey.
Finally, you take a scenic flight back by helicopter to Kathmandu. Enjoy the breathtaking beauty of the Langtang region from the top.
Don’t miss a chance to grab this fantastic opportunity to Heli trek to the nearest region of Nepal, The Langtang region. With any further queries, feel free to contact us anytime!
The Langtang Valley Heli Trek is certainly an eye-catching journey. And is best for those who have very limited time to explore. Let's now take a look at the most suitable time for this journey.
The best time is spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November). If you want to book this trek, you must book somewhere between these months. With the clear blue skies, you can enjoy serene hikes along the pink shade of rhododendron forests in spring.
Although walking on the same trail, the months of autumn offer you a different vibe. You can enjoy the walk in the cool, breezy air of autumn. The weather is comparatively stable, and the clear sky provides stunning mountain views. For a further detailed guide on the Langtang region trekking, click here!
The journey is an easy to moderate hike. This trek is suitable for both beginners and experienced Trekkers. The highest point of the trek is 5050m at Cherko Ri. The trail lets you ascend gradually to new heights, which gives you plenty of time to adjust to the altitude. Hence, there is less chance of getting altitude sickness.
Nevertheless, you must be physically fit for the Langtang Valley Heli Trek. On average, you have to walk for 4-5 hours daily at high elevations. Hence, doing some cardio and eating healthy a month before trekking is strongly recommended.
Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, our airport representatives welcome and transfer you to the hotel. The designated guide briefly briefs you about the following trek.
Today, you drive from Kathmandu to Syabru Bensi via a 4DW private jeep. You drive north of Kathmandu through scenic foothills and ridgeline vistas to Syabru Bensi, passing through Dhunche. While passing along the road at the bank of the Trishuli River, you see the Ganesh Himal set against the rice, maize, and mustard terrace farms and hills enveloped with green forests.
As you pass through Dhunche, you feel you are heading towards a deeper terrain. At the same time, you notice that the road is still under construction. Syabru Bensi is a gorgeous little settlement at the bottom of tall green hills. This is the starting point of the Langtang Valley Heli Trek. The village's vast farmlands roll along with the winds, providing a beautiful sight.
Old Syabrubesi lies on the eastern bank of the Trishuli Ganga River and is just a 20-minute walk from Syabrubesi. It has quite a few tea houses as well, and the gorge-like terrain of the village makes it seem like you are staying at a location overshadowed by hills on all sides.
As the drive passes the village of Dhunche, the road continues along deeper terrains that get increasingly engulfed in the wild natural foliage. The village of Syabru Bensi lies north of Kathmandu and is blessed with narrow-cut gorges and richly verdant hillsides. Pink baubles of rhododendrons grow in bunches on trees along the village in springtime.
The first part of the Nepal Trek route crosses through the Bhote Koshi River and follows the Langtang Khola, gradually climbing to Bamboo. Afterward, your trek ascends gently to Ramche (2400 meters) through Bamboo (1960 meters), which lies at the bank of the Langtang Khola.
Bamboo is pleasantly situated in a canyon and features several guesthouses and gardens where fresh vegetables grow. After that, you move towards The Lama Hotel, which is named after the hotel and mainly refers to the whole area in general.
The trek route follows Gumanechok, 'Ghoda Tabela'- which means 'the Horse Stable' from the Lama Hotel. After this, the trail turns slightly gradual and enters the beautiful valley where grazing Yaks on green pastures decorate the terrain.
The Langtang Village is one of the very local and old villages along this trekking route, and the view of the mountains from here is more spectacular. The trekking trail flows smoothly along hills, and the misty brume of early morning makes the trek route magical.
The sight of the Langtang Lirung Mountain in the distance also makes its appearance. The Langtang Village, lying at an elevation of 3,400 meters, is a thriving community of teahouses sitting in a bowl and is a haven that is situated on a narrow section of a gorge.
After a long trek, various small bakeries in the booming village are a welcoming sight. Located directly beneath the southern face of the Langtang Lirung, the Langtang Village has a large glacier and a frozen lake hanging above- the sources of the river that runs down a gulley past the western end of the village. It also contains a memorial, Mani Wall, built to commemorate the victims of the 2015 earthquake.
The trail climbs gradually to Sindum and Xamphu (3640m), passing along the Mani wall made with stones carved with prayers. Crossing the Laja Khola, the trail gradually climbs a moraine to a viewpoint where you can see the Kyanjin Gompa.
Today is a day to rest and explore the area. You can visit the monastery and the cheese factory, walk up the moraine to see the spectacular ice faces, and ascend at Cherko Ri (5050 meters), which is the highest point of this trek, directly behind the village, for a breath-taking panorama of the Langtang peak.
Over ten mountain peaks above 6000 meters can be seen from here. The Kyangjuma Gompa is decorated with fluttering flags and a magnificent wall of the Himalayas. Located at the foothill of the Langtang Lirung, the Dorje Lakpa, and the Langshisa RI, the Kyanjin Gompa is one of the oldest Gompas of the region, probably built around the sixth century.
Today is one of the most exciting trek days as you return to Kathmandu via helicopter. The aerial views of the mountain and the landscape from the helicopter are some of the most spectacular sights that you can see.
The changing landscape of the Langtang Valley from the helicopter presents a new perspective on the journey. After landing in Kathmandu, you are transferred to the hotel.
Approximately three hours before your scheduled flight, you are transferred to the airport by one of the Nepal Hiking Team's representatives, from where you will depart. This ends your Langtang Valley Heli trek in Nepal.
Read our genuine feedback from past travelers with Nepal Hiking Team sourced from TripAdvisor, Google, Facebook, and Trustpilot.
We had a fantastic trek up the Langtang Valley organised by Nepal Hiking Team. Ganga worked with our tight time frames and came up with a great itinerary.
The trek itself is challenging, and the altitude is not to be taken lightly, but with the dedicated work of our guides Asha and Porter Bikash, we made it up to Kanjin Ri, and the views were spectacular.
January is a great time to visit Langtang. Clear blue skies and cooler weather make for comfortable trekking and quiet trails, though it does get cold higher up overnight. However, the jacket and sleeping bag provided are of high quality.
I highly recommend Nepal Hiking Team and visiting Langtang in January.
My husband and I spent a month in Nepal and had the opportunity of two treks with the Nepal Hiking Team. We started with the Langtang Valley Trek, which was an incredible "warm-up" to the Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) Short Trek. Please refer to the separate review for that amazing experience. After hiking above 16,000ft at the summit of Chorka Ri, we were well-prepared for ABC. This trek is a breathtaking loop up a 3,300-step staircase leading to several spectacular vantage points (hello, Poon Hill!) before a thrilling approach to the base of Machapuchare (Fishtail) and the Annapurna range.
Each day brought new and increasingly stunning views as we neared ABC. On finally arriving, we didn’t feel small but rather privileged to stand in awe of the mountains we had spent a week reaching. Reaching the base camp would have been enough. However, Nepal Hiking Team made it truly outstanding.
Our guide, Santosh, and porter, Sabin, flawlessly guided our experience. Their expertise in trekking strategy, topography, botany, and life made this the journey of a lifetime. Thank you, gentlemen. And a big thank you to Balaram and Ganga (the masterminds behind Nepal Hiking Team) for everything you do.
From your grateful clients, Dante & Caleb
My Langtang Valley Trek in November 2024 was genuinely a lifetime experience! Being a first-time trekker and solo traveler, I was both thrilled and slightly anxious about this adventure for my 30th. From my first interaction, though, I felt completely reassured. Ganga provided thorough, prompt information, and his expert suggestion of the Langtang Trek was truly invaluable.
My journey was made unforgettable thanks to the incredible team!
A MASSIVE shoutout to the best guide, Surya! He was absolutely exceptional, putting me completely at ease with his attentive care, including daily checks of my oxygen levels and pulse, and even bringing fresh fruit along the way! Other trekkers were in awe of the care I received, which truly highlights Surya’s vast knowledge, experience, and dedication. When I asked to adjust the itinerary, he kindly made it happen. He also recommended the best dishes at every stop, and I stayed healthy the entire time! This was so important to me, and I’m incredibly grateful.
Another huge shoutout to the best porter, Raum! He was genuinely amazing, moving our gear each day with a kindness and thoughtfulness that made a real impact.
The trek itself was challenging but beyond rewarding, with stunning views around every corner. I’ll carry the memories of this journey forever, thanks to the exceptional care of Nepal Hiking Team, especially Ganga, Surya, and Raum: thank you for a journey I’ll treasure for life!
If you're reading this and considering any trek in Nepal, especially Langtang, don’t hesitate to book! There’s a reason Nepal Hiking Team is #1. And please feel free to reach out with any questions—I’m always happy to help :)
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Nepal Hiking Team organized an intricate 30-day custom holiday for me and a friend, two schoolmates now in our late 70s. We requested a journey that would take us up the Langtang Valley, then to Chitwan Nature Reserve, on to Pokhara, and finally to Poon Hill.
When booking a trip like this, there's always some concern about finding a trustworthy and reliable organization. However, those worries vanished the moment we arrived at our hotel in Kathmandu and were warmly welcomed by Ganga, our guide Ram, and our "porter." We were provided with travel bags, jackets, and sleeping bags.
It’s worth explaining that a “porter” here is an unbelievably strong Gurkha who can carry up to 50 kg of baggage up and down mountains and through rivers, using a simple piece of plastic webbing, often cut from a sack, supported on his head. Their incredible strength and skill often go unrecognized, but it left a lasting impression on us.
From the high quality of the equipment, it was immediately clear that we were dealing with a responsible organization that knew exactly what they were doing. This first impression was confirmed throughout the trip. Ganga was always reachable by phone to answer any questions and readily made adjustments to the schedule when we asked.
Our guide, Ram, was clearly an expert. During our Langtang hike, we faced severe weather and landslides, which destroyed bridges and the return path. While many were affected, Ram skillfully found a safe route back, involving a day of climbing above the landslides and half-sliding down an improvised path. Throughout the journey, Ram was always mindful of my age and prepared to support me if needed.
All transportation between locations was efficiently arranged, including a flight from Pokhara back to Kathmandu.
In summary, I highly recommend Nepal Hiking Team for a safe, reliable, and adventurous journey in Nepal.
They know exactly what they’re doing and do it with high-level excellence. We were a ragtag team of seven, aged between 40 and 65 years, and they got us safely up to 16,500 feet and back without a problem.
Arun Ji (our guide) was truly special—he could do in advance what we needed, make adjustments along the way, and handle all the twists and turns that come with trekking in remote areas, where access is limited, and you have to adapt and overcome.
Ganga ji (the owner, ji at the end of the name, which is used in terms of respect) was incredibly supportive throughout the planning to end phase. He helped us navigate every shifting date and requirement, tossed in a few extras, and made the whole trip an amazing one.
I highly recommend this team if you’re looking for a personalized trekking experience. Make sure to ask for Arun Ji as your guide—you’ll thank me later!
A helicopter flight back option with the Langtang Valley trek changes the overall experience of the journey. This enhances the adventure, convenience, and the comfortability of the trek. The additional service of the Heli flight back saves time, making it suitable for trekkers with less time available.
The helicopter flight offers breathtaking Aerial views of the Langtang region. You get a magical top view of the giant mountains, lush forests, and fantastic landscapes. This spectacular visual experience adds an extra flavor to the journey.
While you do not need to retrace back on your foot, the trekking becomes less physically demanding. This also provides a luxurious experience as well as a classic experience.
You usually travel by public bus from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi for the regular Langtang Valley Trek. This is the starting point of both treks. It is a common and budget-friendly way to travel while interacting with the locals of the area.
Meanwhile, you travel in a private 4WD jeep to Syabrubesi for the Langtang Valley Heli Trek. This is a more comfortable and serene way to get there.
The idea of traveling alone for a serene experience is appealing. However, our Langtang Heli Trek is designed to accommodate a minimum group size of 2 trekkers. This ensures that services like private transportation from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi and luxury helicopter flights are cost-effective.
Note: We recommend trekkers coordinate with other interested trekkers to enjoy the full benefits of the Heli Trek in Langtang.
Yes, anyone who is physically able can go on this trek. The trails are less demanding, and the altitude is manageable. The trekking days are shorter, with comparatively fewer uphill and downhill. With a flight back in Heli, it saves time and a long, strenuous trek. So, with Basic exercises and proper acclimatization, any beginner trekker can do the Langtang Valley Heli Trek.
There is a lower risk of altitude sickness during the Langtang Valley Heli Trek. However, you must be careful and stay fit for a comfortable adventure. To manage altitude sickness during the trek, you must stay hydrated and maintain a slow pace, eat a proper diet, rest, and follow the provided itinerary.
Light packing is the first thing you need to know before trekking in Langtang. Only pack essential requirements for the trek. Some packing essentials include Thermal, Layer clothing, hiking boots, and sunscreen. For more detailed information on the trekker's checklist, click here!
You can customize the trek according to your requirements, needs, and preferences. The duration, trekking routes, side Trips, and additional days are flexible. We, the Nepal Hiking Team, value our customers' requirements; if you have any queries regarding the trek and trek customization, you can freely email us!
The highest point of the Langtang trekking depends upon the trekker's preference and choice. Without a side trip, you reach 3830m, the typical highest point of this trek, Kyanjin Gompa.
However, if you choose a side trip from the Gompa, Kyanjin Ri (4,400m) or Tsergo Ri (5,050m) is the highest point you reach in the overall journey.
Accommodations during the trek are simple family-run teahouses and lodges. Except for Lama Hotel, you can find lodgings with attached bathrooms. The facilities provided are basic, with warm hospitality.
There are no ATMs available on the Langtang Valley Heli Trekking trail. You can find plenty of ATMs in Kathmandu. We suggest you exchange your money there. And for your extra expenses, carrying 1500 rupees per day is advisable.
