13 September 2014

Langtang Valley Trek - 10 to 13 Days

Langtang Valley TrekkingLangtang Valley Trek is also popularly known as the Langtang Trekking or simply the trek in Langtang Valley as it is one of the exciting trekking itineraries in Nepal. Langtang Valley is situated in the Central region of the country located nearby the Capital City of Kathmandu.
The Langtang is a 8 to 10 days package with the Nepal-Tibet Trekking which takes the trekkers to the Langtang Valley which is located in the Langtang region- the third most popular trekking area in Nepal. It is a short trek into the Himalayan village which is influenced by the Tibetan lifestyle. Although being popular; this region only receives few tourists majority of who are on their way to Annapurna and Everest Mountain trek. The route for Langtang Valley Trekpackage passes through forests with rhododendron and other alpine flowers, waterfalls and snow- capped peaks into different villages chiefly dominated by Tamang communities thus enabling us to know about their lifestyle and cultural practices. This makes region a perfect blend of natural and cultural trekking.
The route for Langtang Valley Trek initiates from Syabrubesi (1470m) and ascend to the Kyanjin Gompa (3870m) which offers spectacular close-up views of the surrounding peaks and glaciers of Langtang Lirung (7246m), Kimshung (6781m) and Langshisha Ri (6370m). From Kyanjin Gompa, the trail passes through Tamang villages and extends further to high alpine pastures, glaciers and peaks which are located near to Tibet.
The fact which makes Langtang Valley Trek more tempting is its proximity to Kathmandu, being able to reach right into the mountain in mere couple of days and being less crowded which makes the aura more serene.

Facts of Trip

Trip Highlights of Langtang Valley Trekking

Trip duration: 13 Days
Activities: Trekking & Walking, Cultural Tours & Sightseeing
Starting from: Dhunche after riding a day long bus/jeep from Kathmandu
Ending at: Syabrubesi and bus back to Kathmandu in following day
Grade: Easy and Strenuous 
Highest access of the trek: Kyanjin Gompa 3,870m and Cherikhuri 5,032m. 
Culture: Tibetan Sherpa Culture 
Trek type: (Tea House / Lodge recommended)
Himalayan views: Beautiful Langtang Himal range, Ganesh Himal 
Most Attraction of the trek: Yak Farming for Cheese and visiting monastery

Trip Map

Everest Map

Itinerary of Langtang Valley Trekking

Day 01: Kathmandu arrival (1300m)
Day 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing.
Day 03: Kathmandu to Dhunche drive 1950m 8hrs
Day 04: Dhunche to Thulo Syabru 2250m.
Day 05: Thulo Syabru to lama Hotel 2470m.
Day 06: Lama Hotel to Langtang 3430m.
Day 07: Langtang to Kyanjing Gompa 3870m.
Day 08: Day excursion in Kyangjing Gompa
Day 09: Kyangjing to Lama Hotel 2470m.
Day 10: Lama Hotel to Syabrubesi 1460m.
Day 11: Syabru Besi to Kathmandu 1400m.
Day 12: Free, shopping and other activities
Day 13: Final departure.

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