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The Langtang Valley trek is hands down the best trekking route in terms of time, value for money and the up close-jaw dropping mountain views trekkers get to experience. Unlike the treks in the Annapurna region, the Langtang Valley trek is less crowded with travelers so it feels more pristine, untouched, secluded from commercialization and does not have a lot of stone steps 🙂
The trek starts from Syabru Besi where the hills are covered with flora and lush greenery. The trail initially passes by fascinating Tamang villages, river powered prayer wheels and natural springs. As the elevation picks up, you get the first glimpse of the Langtang Ri which will make you hungry for more of the snow capped mountain view. The trail’s landscape gets drier and rockier with increased elevation, with horses and Yaks accompanying you in the trail.
You can get a sense of real Himalayan lifestyle once you reach the Langtang Valley, which was also one of the drastically affected region during the 2015 earthquake. Make sure you walk on the left side of the symbolic Buddhist Mani Stones (Prayer Walls) while heading to Kaynajin Gomba (3870 m.), the final resting point for the Langtang Trek.
The highlight of the trek is when you are on top of the Kyanjin Ri (4980 m.) or Tserko Ri (5033 m.) and you can see panoramic views of the Ganesh and Langtang mountain ranges. Pay close attention and you might be able to see tumbling glaciers far away in the mountain ranges. This breathtaking trek is truly rewarding, it will put a big smile on your face and leave you feeling accomplished.
| Trekking Trail Route | Distance (km) | Time (hrs) | Altitude (m) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Syabru Besi to Lama Hotel | 11.3 | 7 - 8 hrs | 2,500.00 |
| 2 | Lama Hotel to Langtang Village | 14.8 | 7 - 8 hrs | 3,307.00 |
| 3 | Langtang Village to Kyanjin Gompa | 6.8 | 4 - 5 hrs | 3,798.00 |
| 4 | Kyanjin Gompa to Kyanjin Ri | 4.5 | 4 - 5 hrs | 4,780.00 |
| 5 | Kyanjin Gompa to Lama Hotel | 21.6 | 7 - 8 hrs | 2,500.00 |
| 6 | Lama Hotel to Syabru Besi | 11.3 | 7 - 8 hrs | 1,450.00 |
| Total 70.3 |
| wdt_ID | Name of Village / City | Altitude (Meters) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | KATHMANDU | 1,400 |
| 2 | SYABRU BESI | 1,450 |
| 3 | LAMA HOTEL | 2,420 |
| 4 | LANGTANG VILLAGE | 3,430 |
| 5 | KYANJIN GOMPA | 3,870 |
| 6 | ACCLIMATION KYANJIN RI HIKE | 4,773 |
| 7 | LAMA HOTEL | 2,420 |
| 8 | SYABRU BESI | 1,450 |
| 9 | KATHMANDU | 1,400 |
Meals: Dinner
Pick up at the airport with private transfer
Dinner at restaurant with traditional show (Nepali food)
Meals: Breakfast
Transfer from Kathmandu to Syabru Besi by jeep (1450 m / 7-8 hrs)
Drive to Syabru Besi (1450 m / 8 hrs) by bus
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Trek to Lama Hotel (2420 m / 7-8 hrs)
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Trek to Langtang Village (3430 m / 6-7 hrs)
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Trek to Kyanjin Gompa (3870 m / 4-5 hrs)
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Exploration day at Kyanjin Gompa.
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 (4773 meters) which is highest point of this trek, directly behind the village, for a breath-taking panorama of the Langtang peaks.
Overnight at tea house
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Trek to Lama Hotel (2420 m / 7-8 hrs)
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Trek to Syabru Besi (1450 m/ 7-8 hrs)
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Transfer to Kathmandu by jeep (7-8 hrs)
Shopping time at Thamel
Meals: Breakfast
Transfer to Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu
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