Langtang Trek

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Highlights of Langtang Trek

• Easy access from Kathmandu.
• Short trek with option of climbing to 5,000 m.
• Less touristic with intact Tibetan Buddhist culture.
• Awe-inspiring view of mountains, glaciers and alpine valley including 14th (Shisa pangma) and 99th (Langtang Lirung) highest peaks in the world.
• One of the most intact Himalayan ecosystem that shelters rare species like Red Panda, Snow Leopard, Himalayan honey guide and Larch.
• Supports locals to recover from the 2015 Nepal Earthquake

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Langtang Trek Itinerary

Day 01 : Kathmanud arrival | Pick up from the airport and transfer to the Hotel | Discuss trek / tour and have a easy evening.

DAY 02: DRIVE TO SYABRUBENSI (7Hrs / 117Km) | Overnight in lodge
We will start our scenic drive north of Kathmandu on the winding mountain road. As we come around the mountainside, Ganesh Himal looms at a distance. At Dhunche we enter Langtang National Park, from where the road climbs down to Syabrubesi.

DAY 03: TREK TO LAMA HOTEL (2,480m / 5 hrs)
The trail follows the upstream Langtang river through trees with Langur monkeys frolicking around. The walk is pleasant with scenic stops by waterfall and river view. There are some steep short climbs at some points.

DAY 04: TREK TO LANGTANG
The trail continues to follow the Langtang river, climbing steeply through a forest of hemlocks, Maples and Rhododendrons to the popular lunchtime spot of Ghora Tabela. There is a fine view of Langtang Lirung. From Ghora Tabela, the valley opens wide and tail climbs gradually to Langtang village.

DAY 05: LANGTANG TO KYANJIN GOMPA (3,860m)
Kyanjin Gompa is just a couple of hours of gradual climb further into the Langtang valley through the meadows. From here one can climb to Kyanjin Ri or Cherko Ri (5 hrs / 5,000m) for a better view of the Langtang valley and Himalayan Peaks.

DAY 06: Hike to Cherko Ri (Tserko Ri) 4,985 m
Cherko Ri with almost 5,000 m altitude, offers a magnificent view of Langtang valley and snow peaks in all 360 degrees. The view is well worth the walk (ascend and descend) for about 5 - 6 hrs on the beaten path, rocky terrain and pasture. You can also spend a day relaxing or exploring the Langtang valley.

Day 07: Trek down to Ghora Tabela or Lama Hotel after enjoying a morning in Kyanjin gompa.

DAY 08: TREK BACK TO Syabrubensi

DAY 09: DRIVE BACK TO KATHMANDU | OVERNIGHT IN HOTEL

DAY 10: DRIVE TO THE AIRPORT FOR FIANL DEPARTURE

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Yala Peak climbing 5,732m (18,790ft)

US 200 for a Yala peak climbing package with guide, tent and all meals. Just in one additional day in the above itinerary, you can climb one of the most spectacular peaks in Nepal. Yala peak is for fit trekkers looking for more adventure. The peak doesn’t need mountaineering training or prior experience. However, it allows you to try your mountaineering skills and gears.

Langtang Trek with Gosaikunda Lake

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Short treks from Kathmandu

Kathmandu valley in the foothills of Langtang Himal shares its northern border with Shivapuri national park. With Langtang national park just 18 km away, Kathmandu is base for several treks in the Himalayas. Short treks from Kathmandu could be planned from 2 days to one week.

Gosainkunda Trek

6 days | September - December

Grade : Difficult

Gosaikunda Lake is another short trek from Kathmandu. The trek starts from Shivapuri national park in the north of Kathmandu and goes to Gosainkunda Lake at 4,380 m in Langtang National Park.

Kathmandu Valley Trek

3 days | September - June

Difficulty : Moderate

The Shivapuri national park in the outskirt of Kathmandu offers short and scenic trek around Kathmandu. The trek climbs up to 2,200 m and follows the ridge overlooking at Langtang and Jugal Himal..