Langtang Trek 7D
Overview
Meaning "The living earth," Langtang tells the story of a Lama who tracks down a fugitive Yak, assuming the Tibetan terms "Lang" for Yak and "Tang" for pursue. Located south of the Tibetan border, this small valley is surrounded by lower snow-capped hills to the south and the Himalayas to the north. High solitude and spiritual resonance characterize this world, which is inhabited by Tibetan Buddhists.
Included/Excluded
- Accommodations
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner,
- Transportation
- An experienced English-speaking and government-licensed trekking guide
- All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (ACAP, TIMS)
- Pickup
- Any other transportation except included in the section
- Travel and rescue insurance
- Tips for guide(s), porter(s) and driver(s)
Tour Plan
Day 01. Drive from Kathmandu (1,350 m) to Syabru Besi (1,450 m): (7-8 Hrs.)
We start our journey early in the morning and drive from Kathmandu to Syabru Besi by bus which takes about 7 to 8 hour drive. We 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 we catch a glimpse of Ganesh Himal, terraces and green hills. As we pass through Dhunche we feel as if we are heading towards deep land.
Please note that the first part of our 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.
Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 02. Trek from Syabru Besi to Lama Hotel (2,480 m): (5-6 Hrs.)
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, and 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. Overnight in a lodge.
Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 03. Trek from Lama Hotel to Langtang Village (3,541 m): (5-6 Hrs.)
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.
Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 04. Trek from Langtang Village to Kyangjin Gompa (3,900 m): (4-5 Hrs.)
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; we might start feeling the thin air. Kyajing Gompa is surrounded by the Himalayas all around. We can take a walk around Kyanjin Gompa enjoying the views, glaciers, icefalls, birds and yaks. Overnight in a local lodge.
Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 05. Trek from Kyanjin Gompa to Lama Hotel (2,480 m): (4-5 Hrs.)
After breakfast, we walk mostly downhill from Kyanjin Gompa to Lama Hotel. The trail goes all the way downhill through forest following the river. Pass through the ethnic Tamang settlements that follow religious and cultural practices similar to the Tibetans. Overnight in a lodge.
Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 06. Trek from Lama Hotel to Syabru Besi (1,450 m): (5-6 Hrs.)
The upper part of the trail is more beautiful for the panoramic view of mountains and green hill views. This path is broader and remains sunny through the different Sherpa 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 is a hydro 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. Overnight in a lodge.
Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 07. Drive from Syabru Besi to Kathmandu (1,350 m): (7-8 Hrs.)
We take early breakfast at the lodge. After packing baggage, we will drive back to Kathmandu in a bus. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, check in at your hotel.
Meals included: Breakfast, Farewell Dinner
To celebrate the successful completion of our journey, we will have farewell dinner and share the experiences about our trek.