Highlights of Langtang Valley Trek
*Stunning views of Langtang Lirung (7,234m), Ganesh Himal (7,406m) and other high mountain peaks
*Insight into the varied ethnic lifestyles of the Tamangs and Sherpas, inhabitants of this area.
*Visit Kyangjin Gompa & Optional day hike to Tserko Ri(4984m)

Langtang Valley Trek is a superb introduction to trekking in Nepal among some of the most beautiful scenery in the whole country. Langtang Valley is the nearest Himalayan Region from Kathmandu valley. Despite being very close to Kathmandu, the Langtang Region is as wild as any Tibetan highlands with idyllic rural landscape. Langtang Valley is surrounded by high peaks of great appeal. It has become famous ever since the British mountaineer Bill Tilman described it as the most beautiful valley in the world. The Langtang Valley is also known as the treasure house of Alpine plants. The whole valley is covered with flowers during the summer.

Lantang Valley Trek is not only offers magnificent views of Langtang Lirung (7,234m), Ganesh Himal (7,406m) and other high mountain peaks, but also provides insight into the varied ethnic lifestyles of the Tamangs and Sherpas, inhabitants of this area which are much more similar to Tibetan Lantang Valley Trek starts from Syabrubesi, which is a day long drive away from Kathmandu via Trisuli. The trail passes through the thickly forested area of blue pine, oaks, maple, spruce and rhododendron (one fourth of the park is forest). The trail follows the Langtang Khola river bank until Kyangjin gompa. At Kyangjin Gompa there are various options for short excursions; Kyangjin Ri (4,773m) is two hour up and an hour down and it offers spectacular views of the surrounding Himalayas or also day trip to Tserko Ri (4984m) for stunning mountain views is one of the high lights of this trip and is the highest point of this trek. After exploring the region, we trek the same route to Syabrubesi from where we drive back to Kathmandu.

Detailed Itinerary

DAY 01 Drive from Kathmandu to Syabru Besi by private 4 Wheel Drive Jeep – About 6 hours drive
We start our journey early in the morning and drive from Kathmandu to Syabru Besi by a private 4 Wheel Drive Jeep which takes about 6-7 hours drive. You head north out of Kathmandu driving through scenic foothills and ridgeline vistas to Syabru Besi passing through Dhunche. While passing along the road on the bank of Trishuli River you catch a glimpse of Ganesh Himal, terraces and green hills. As you pass through Dhunche you feel as if you are heading towards deep land. Please note that the first part of your drive up to Trishuli Bazaar is quite smooth. The path then moves along the gravel road. During the rainy season, the way is sometime blocked due to landslides.
Dinner and overnight at local lodge (Teahouse)
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

DAY 02 Syabru Besi to Lama Hotel (2480m)
Trek from Syabru Besi to Lama Hotel– About 6 hours walking
We traverse the ridge on Syabru Besi’s main road and soon reach Ghopcha Khola. Terraced fields and dense forest with a variety of plant species like oaks, maple, alder and bamboo open up. We may get to see yellow-throated martin, wild boar, Langur monkey, red panda and Himalayan black bear en route. Further on, the trail crosses a stream and a bridge. We pass by several small bhattis (tea shops). As we continue ascending steeply along the trail, we come across a steel suspension bridge at 2000 meters. The route further crosses to the north bank of the Langtang Khola amid the spectacular vistas of cascading waterfalls and opens into scrub oak forest. On reaching at Lama Hotel where we conclude the trek for the day.
Dinner and overnight at local lodge (Teahouse)
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

DAY 03 Lama Hotel to Langtang Village (3541m)
Trek from Lama Hotel to Langtang Village – About 6 ½ hours walking
From Lama Hotel, we continue the ascent above the Langtang Khola. As the trail progresses, it becomes steeper. We have the most exotic sights of Langtang Lirung lying at 7246 meter. The trail leads to a log bridge and on climbing further we come across lush meadows of Ghora Tabela at 3000m. We will see several lodges and a police check post. Further on, the route opens up into a wide valley of yak pastures and scattered Tamang villages with water-driven mills and prayer wheels. We arrive at Langtang village after crossing a stream and reaching up a height of 3500 meters. Langtang village is the headquarters for Langtang National Park and has flat-roofed Tibetan style houses, hotels and cultivated lands yielding buckwheat, potatoes, wheat, turnips, barley etc.
Dinner and overnight at local lodge (Teahouse)
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

DAY 04 Langtang Village to Kyangjin Gompa (3900m)

Trek from Langtang Village to Kyangjin -About 4 hours walking
After taking morning tea and breakfast, we get out of the village and pass on through yak pastures. Also pass the largest mani wall in Nepal, made from stone with prayers written on them. The prayers written on the mani wall is supposed to be blown away by the wind. Cross several of the wooden bridges. Since, we are really getting into the high altitudes; you might start feeling the thin air. Kyajing Gompa is surrounded by the Himalayas all around. You can take a walk around Kanjin Gompa enjoying the views, glaciers, icefalls, birds and yaks.
Dinner and overnight at local lodge (Teahouse)
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

DAY 05 At Kyangjin Gompa
It is a day to explore the area. You can visit the monastery and the cheese factory, walk up the moraine to see the spectacular ice faces and tumbling glaciers of Langtang Lirung or ascend Kyangjin Ri [4350m], directly behind the village, for a breath-taking panorama of the Langtang peaks.
Note: There is an alternative option to do a side day trip to Tserko Ri (4984m) from Kyangjin Gompa which takes about 7-8 hrs for roundtrip.
Dinner and overnight at local lodge (Teahouse)
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

DAY 06 Kyangjin Gompa to Lama Hotel (2480m)
Trek from Kyangjin Gompa to Lama Hotel-About 5 ½ hours walking
After breakfast, we walk mostly downhill, it is 4/ 5 hours walk from Kanjin Gompa to Lama Hotel. The trail goes all the way down hill through forest following the river. Pass through the ethnic Tamang settlements who follow religious and cultural practices similar to the Tibetans.
Dinner and overnight at local lodge (Teahouse)
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

DAY 07 Lama Hotel to Syabru Besi (1450m)
Trek from Lama Hotel to Syabru Besi – About 5 hours walking
Trek from Lama Hotel to Syabru Besi via Sherpa Gaon which takes about five hours. The upper part of the trail is more beautiful for the panoramic view of mountains and green hill views. This path is more broader and remains sunny through the different Shepra and Tamang villages. The first half part of the trail is gradually down and then the trail does steeply descent to the Syabru Besi (1600m.). There was run a project called Chilime Power Plant The main inhabitants belong to Tamang community and they have adopted Tibetan lifestyle. We can also simply relax in the sun savoring the beauty of the majestic Himalayan Mountains.
Dinner and overnight at local lodge (Teahouse)
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

DAY 08 Syabru Besi to Kathmandu (1356 m)
Drive from Syabru Besi to Kathmandu by a private 4 Wheel Drive Jeep (approx 6 hrs drive)
We take early breakfast at the lodge. After packing our all baggage, we will be ready for drive back to Kathmandu in a private 4 Wheel Drive Jeep.