Langtang valley trek
Overview
Langtang valley is a short and unique trek that can be done within an 8 days. It is a trip to Tsergo Ri (4984m). The trek starts at Syaphru Besi (1400m), after an 8/9hr bus ride from Kathmandu. The first two days are spent climbing gorge-like lower Langtang valley, spend a night at Lama Hotel (2470m). Oaks and rhododendron forest make the trail peaceful and after ascending an old moraine, suddenly snowy peaks appear ahead and the gorge opens into a U- shaped glacial valley, prime yak pasture. Spring is an excellent time for the view of different types of flowers, and in autumn the barberries bushes turn a deep rust color. Langtang village is a good place to spend the night and acclimatize, while Kyanjin Gompa (3750m) boasts a small monastery and cheese factory. From the rocky viewpoint of Langhisha Kharka (4100m), a little beyond the yak pasture at Numthang, you can see ice and moraine spreading up the high valleys, hemmed in by snow peaks. Equally attempting Tsergo Ri (4984m), a challenging, 6 hours round trip that offers an awesome white wilderness of snow-capped peaks.
Short Itinerary
Day |01| Arrived to Kathmandu (1300 meter) overnight at hotel
Day |02| Kathmandu City Tour (1300 meter) overnight at hotel
Day |03| Kathmandu to Syapru Besi by bus (1460 m.) around 8/9 hrs
Day |04| Trek to Lama Hotel (2470 m) walk 6/ 7 hrs
Day |05| Trek to Langtang village (3430 m) 5/6 hrs
Day |06| Trek to Kyangen Gompa(3870 m) 4/5 hrs, afternoon walk around village
Day |07| Climb to Tsergo – RI (4984 m.) 8/9 hrs and back to hotel
Day |08| Trek to Lama Hotel (3740 m) 6/7 hrs
Day |09| Trek to Syabrubensi ,(1460 m.) 4/ 5 hrs
Day |10| Drive back to Kathmandu around 8/9 hrs
Day |11 | Departure or optional trip.
What are included ?
- All arrival and departure, airport/ hotel transfer.
- Three nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast.
- Welcome and farewell dinner with Nepalese culture program.
- Guided Kathmandu city sightseeing tour including entrance fees.
- Langtang National Park entrance and trekking permit & TIMS card.
- To and from transfer by bus. (Option with additional cost for private transport)
- Three meals a day (Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner) tea/ coffee during the trek.
- Teahouse/ Lodge accommodation during the trek.
- An experienced guide including his salary, equipment insurance, lodging and food.
- Porter/s (2 trekkers =1 porter carry 15 Kg) his salary, t insurance, lodging and food.
- A first Aid medical kit box.
- All government tax and local taxes.
What are not included ?
- International flight ticket to and from Kathmandu
- Nepalese visa fee
- Lunch and dinner in (city) Kathmandu
- Travel and personal insurance
- Emergency evacuation service
- Personal bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower etc.
- Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure and early return from the mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
- Tips for guide and porters
