Langtang Valley Trek

The treks to Langtang valley begins with a bus ride from Kathmandu to Syabrubensi. The drive takes about 6-8 hours, passing the Trishuli River.
After reaching a place called Dhunche, the gorgeous view of Ganesh Himal, the green landscape, the terraces carved by men for cultivation can be enjoyed. From Dhunche to Syabru Bensi, the roads are a little rocky.

The change in terrains with hills peeping out can be enjoyed while relaxing during an overnight stay in the guesthouse at Syabru Bensi with breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

After breakfast, we will start our 5 hours hike across the trail of Bhote Koshi River and Langtang Khola making your way across the suspension bridges. We will trek past the landslide zone towards Bamboo (1960 m) and then, Ramche (2400 m). From there, the deep dark forest and beautiful waterfalls accompany us along the way. There is a high chance that we could spot some wild animals like a red panda and rhesus monkey.

After reaching Gumanechok, a hillside settlement, a hotel called Lama Hotel resides where we will stay overnight with breakfast, lunch, dinner included.

From Lama Hotel, we will resume our trek for approx. 6 hours above the Langtang Khola. Taking the steep path, we will reach Ghoda Tabela (3000 m), a farmhouse of horses and donkeys used for transportation purposes.

Continuing our trek, we will walk through the lodges and arrive at a checkpoint where a grassland with yaks grazing and resting is seen along with Tamang households, mills, Buddhist flags, and prayer wheels. After traveling through the stream, we will arrive at Langtang Village (3500 m). After some more hiking, we will reach a place called Mundu for an overnight stay along the side of mountains and fresh air.

Overnight Stay at the guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.

After breakfast in the village, we will resume our trek to Sindum and then to Yamphu. We will cross several bridges most importantly, the bridge over Laja Khola which is a glacial ice melt.

After crossing the river, the beautiful Kyanjin Gompa is spotted where we can enjoy the ice dramatically flowing through Langtang Lirung We will be surrounded by mountains while on the way to Kyanjin Gompa which makes our trek worthy.

Overnight stay in a guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.

This day is the major highlight of Langtang Valley trek as we will spend a relaxing day touring the traditional Kyanjin Gompa.

We will spend a few hours of our day exploring the monastery and visiting the cheese factory where we can taste the delicious yak cheese. We will then resume our hike for 7 hours towards the highest point Chorkari RI. Here, we get to view the amazing Langtang peak and get mesmerized in its ethereal beauty.

Moving on, we will walk back to a village for an overnight stay in a guesthouse with breakfast, lunch, dinner included.

On this day, we will trek back down with ease for 5-6 hours to reach the Lama hotel (it is going to be an easy one as the trek which took us two days to ascend, will be completed in just a day).

However, the trail does get steep sometimes, so, we need to be careful. Seriousness aside, we ought to stop at the Langtang village just to relive its beauty, and for an overnight stay in a guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.

We will return to Syabru Bensi. This will be another easy trek downwards for about 5-6 hours. Beautiful views can be enjoyed along the way.

Overnight stay in a guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.

Leaving behind the serenity of Syabru Bensi, we will return to where our journey began, Kathmandu, and reminisce the trekking days.

Overnight at the hotel. Breakfast and lunch included.

A representative from Nepal Hiking Team shall take you to the airport approximately 3 hours before your scheduled flight hoping that this trek would have been a beautiful memory for you to cherish. We will send you off with hopes to meet again.

The best season to do this trek is March through May during spring and September through October during autumn. Remember, choosing the right season is important for the panorama and comfortable trails.

Yes, the Langtang region was greatly affected by 2015 earthquake. But, the infrastructures of the region have already been re-constructed better than ever. You will hardly find traces of the damage by the 2015 earthquake in this trek.

We provide public bus ride to/from Kathmandu- Syabru Bensi. The road is not yet suitable for deluxe tourist buses. Travelling by public bus is not the most comfortable but is best for a local experience.

You can also opt to travel via private jeep which will cost you additional USD 150 for one way. You can share this rental charge if you are travelling in a group. One jeep will comfortably carry 5 to 6 people.

The standard trip package includes accommodation in 3-star category hotels in Kathmandu. Whereas, in the mountains you will be accommodated in the best available lodges and tea houses.

Note: You can upgrade the hotel in Kathmandu from 3-star to 5-star if you want with additional cost.

The package is inclusive of full board meals during the trek. It covers breakfast, lunch and dinner. You have the freedom to choose from the menu that the teahouses offer. Typically, you will find dal bhat meal set as staple. Good for the vegetarians out there. There are other options as well.

For drinking water, the package doesn’t cover the cost. You can buy bottled mineral water at tea houses. You can also find fresh spring water at the tea houses for free. However, we highly encourage you to consume the spring water only after adding some water purifiers. It is a wise idea to take your own bottle.

Yes, you will. In the lower altitude, you will find full size hot shower. But at higher altitude, you will be provided a bucket or two of hot water. The guesthouses will charge you for each of these services which generally ranges from USD 2 to 4 per shower. The higher you go the more you pay.

For most part of the trek, you can use modern flush toilets. But as you go higher, you will be using squat toilet. The guesthouses have maintained pretty good sanitation.

You might need to take your own toilet papers. You can either buy it at the guesthouses or take with you beforehand. Don’t forget your toiletries.

Please note that, there are no private bathrooms and toilets in the mountains.

The guesthouse in the mountains have share dormitory-type rooms. So, the chances of having private room are really low. Nevertheless, we will arrange you the best available room.

This implies even if you are a solo traveler or have private booking.

While the valley is 19 miles away from Kathmandu, the total trekking distance is appox. 66 kilometers It takes about 6 to 7 days with average 6 hours of walking per day to complete this trek.

You’ll need all the essential trekking gears. Good boots, light trousers, fleece jackets for layering and so forth. For a detailed guide on trekking gears, check out our Equipment Checklist, linked here:

https://www.nepalhikingteam.com/travel-guide/equipment-checklist/

While you may be able to use ATM and credit cards as far as Syabru Bensi, we encourage you to carry cash with you as with increasing altitude, you will not find such services. Keep in mind that the expenses go on increasing the higher you get. This is due to topographical challenges in importing goods at such altitude.

You will need money for drinking water, charging your devices, internet use and phone calls and your personal expenses. For these, around USD 300 should be enough.

Note: Don’t forget to change your dollars into Nepali currency while you are in Kathmandu. You will find plenty of money exchange services in the streets of Thamel.

You will be able to charge your devices most of the time at the guesthouses. But as the guesthouses use solar generated electricity, you will have to pay on hourly rate, usually USD 1 per device per hour. We suggest you carry 2/3 pins adapter. And, don’t forget your power banks.

Note: The guesthouses might not allow you to charge your devices during low power supply.

While trekking in the Langtang Valley requires permits, you do not have to make separate payments. The package coves all the required permits fees including all the ground transportation during the trip.

If you have a fine physical health, the exclusion of acclimatization day in the itinerary will not be a problem. Nevertheless, you can feel the thin air after you cross 3000 meters mark. But, you will have plenty of time to get used to the altitude in Kyanjin Gompa village before you ascend Chorkari RI (5050 meters).

Additionally, you will have our expert guide and porters by your side. They will match your pace and take care of everything. Keep a slow and steady pace and keep yourself hydrated.

If you get sick in the mountains and can no longer continue the trek, we will quickly make arrangements for your rescue. However, if you can continue the trek but need a day or two for rest, the guide will take care of you. Depending on the intensity of sickness, he will help you descend if needed and when you are fine, you can continue the trek.

Please note that the aforementioned service is possible only if you book private trip. If you are in a group journey, we will rescue you promptly. But about resuming the trek, you will need to discuss with the guide.

This is possible if you have private booking. You can discuss with your guide and he will forward the decision to the management and the management will quickly make arrangements. You can even customize the entire itinerary beforehand under private booking. The trip cost will be balanced accordingly. However, this service is not available for group journey.

You can store the stuffs you don’t need during the entire trek at the hotels in Kathmandu. The hotels have secure locker system to store your luggage and it is free of cost.

Yes, you do. There are no predetermined risks in this trek, yet having travel insurance is a must when you travel Nepal or any foreign country for that matter. This is essential to prepare for unforeseen situations.

Great! We can’t wait to see you trek the Langtang Valley.

Please follow this link for booking.

Link: https://www.nepalhikingteam.com/travel-guide/how-to-book/