Langtang Valley Trek

The hidden Tibetan valley Langtang region is one of the most popular treks located to the north east of Kathmandu valley. It’s the closest trekking destination 5 / 6 hours (145 KM) easy scenic drive to Trekking starting point. This region offers authentic cultural heritages, spectacular nature beauties, Crystal Mountains, soaring glacier, waterfall, flora and fauna. Beginners and family travelers also enjoy the holiday with soft adventure in this regain. Trek ascends gradually through the rhododendron and cane forest. Here is plenty of opportunities to get acclimatization and to feel wilderness with tolerable efforts. Trail passes through Tamang and Tibetan settlement with their cultural diversities and living styles. The gompas (monastery) , Chortens and Mani walls with beautiful colorful prayer flags are another attraction asset of the trek. The trek starts from 1950 meters with plenty of greeneries and ascends 4850 meters Kyanjing Ri and 5080 meters tserko Ri via barren hills and Yak grazing lands. Kyanjing Gompa (3850 meters) has Yak Cheese factory on the association of Swiss government and technology. Langtang region has many alternatives to extend the trek as per requirement.

Our highly trained and experienced trekking leader make it happen in any circumstances with your superb health. They are always dedicate in your comfort, health and food hygienic. Itineraries mentioned with it are basic route sketch of the trek. This can vary according to your needs and convenience.

Brief Itinerary:

Day 01 Arrive Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft)

Day 02 Kathmandu valley sightseeing & trek preparation (1,300m/4,264 ft)

Day 03: Kathmandu – Dhunche (1950m /6435ft) 7 /8 hrs. drive, 117KM

Day 04: Dhunche – Thulo Syabru (1900m /6270ft) 5/6 hrs. walk

Day 05: Thulo Syabru – Lama Hotel (2470m /8104ft) 5/6 hrs walk

Day 06 Lama Hotel- Langtang (3430m /11253ft) 5- 6 hours

Day 07 Langtang - Kyanjin Gompa: (3870m /12697ft) 4/5 hrs. walk

Day 08 Kyanjin Gompa: Day explore

Day 09 Kyanjin Gompa- Lama Hotel: (2470m /8150ft) 7-8 hours

Day 10: Lama Hotel  - via Sherpa Gaun to Syabru Besi (1440m /4750ft) 5/6 hrs walk

Day 11: Syabru Besi – Kathmandu (1300m /4264ft) 8/10 hrs. drive,  132 KM

Cost Includes:

• All airport/Hotel transfers
• Tourist standard Hotel in Kathmandu for 2 nights on BB plan
• Welcome and farewell dinner
• Full meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) during the trek
• Hot drinks (Tea & Coffee)
• Safe Drinking water
• All mountain accommodation
• Ground transport(Kathmandu /Dhunche  & Syabru Besi/ Kathmandu)
• An experienced English-speaking trek leader (Govt. registered trekking guide), assistant trekleader (4 trekkers: 1 assistant guide) and Sherpa porters to carry luggage (2 trekkers: 1 porter)
• Guide & porter salary, insurance, equipment, flight, food and lodging
• All necessary paper work and permits (National Park Permit & TIMS )
• A comprehensive medical kit
• All government and local taxes
• Trekking equipment such as four season down jacket, sleeping bag, trekking boots, rain coat, walking stick and many more as per necessity

Cost Exclusive:

• Soft drinks, alcoholic drinks
• Mineral water
• Personal expenses
•  Lunch & Dinner in Kathmandu
•  Travel insurance & evacuation

Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft)

Meet MMT (Mountain Mart Treks) airport representative at International Airport and transfer to your choice of Hotel /Resort /Guest house. Free afternoon. Involve well come dinner held by MMT management, introduce guide, trip briefing and check trip necessities.

Day 02: Kathmandu valley sightseeing & trek preparation (1,300m/4,264 ft)

After breakfast, day will start our guided trip to cultural world heritage sites in Kathmandu valley such as, pilgrimage sites of Hindus temple Pashupatinath, the world biggest Stupa Bouddhanath, visit Swoyambhunath Stupa also known as monkey temple. After exploring the surrounding areas visit historical Patan Durbar Square & Kathmandu Durbar Square (Freak Street) with temple, unique ancient art, architectures, museum and Kumari (living goddess). Evening pre-trip counseling and ensure once again trekking gears, medical kid and trek legalization needs.

“OR”

Leisure and easy day for different interest.

Day 03: Kathmandu – Dhunche (1950m /6435ft) 7 /8 hrs. drive, 117KM

Drive on a northern highway that twists and climbs ridges to Trishuil Bazar. The journey will take 7-8 hours through picturesque landscapes, Himalayan sceneries and local villages. On the way we have magnificent views of Manaslu, Ganesh Himal and Tibetan mountain range including Mt. Kerung.. Overnight Dhunche.

Day 04: Dhunche – Thulo Syabru (1900m /6270ft) 5/6 hrs. walk

Trek starts through bumpy off road to Thulo Bharku a little Tamang village.about 2 hour and ascent gradually through rhododendron forest. There is fantastic lunch spot in the apple field with marvelous view of Ganesh Himal and Tibet range Mountain. After lunch trail leads moderately flat and descend down. Approximately 2 hours walk finally you will arrive a large Tamang heritage village to Thulo Syabru. Overnight at Tamang family

Day 05: Thulo Syabru – Lama Hotel (2470m /8104ft) 5/6 hrs walk

Trail descend down to Langtang river through the Syabru village crossing the suspension bridge to the ridge. Continue walk descend to Langtang river reunite a trail from Syabru Besi where we will end our trek. You eill enjoy the walk through oak, rhododendron and bamboo forests. There is also a variety of wildlife in these forests: yellow-throated martens, wild boars, gray languor, red pandas and Himalayan black bears. Overnight in Lama Hotel.

Day 06: Lama Hotel- Langtang (3430m /11253ft) 5- 6 hours

After having breakfast you will continue your trek to your next destination Langtang. Trail gradually ascends through upstream left side of Langtang River crossing landslides along the big forest hemlocks, maplean rhododendron.to Ghora Table (2970m /9801aft) The trail enters gradually to deserted windy area. Continue ascending into a valley to cross a stream and climbs past several water-driven mills and prayer wheels to the large settlement of Langtang .Overnight in Langtang

Day 07: Langtang - Kyanjin Gompa: (3870m /12697ft) 4/5 hrs. walk

The trail continues through the Tibetan village, stone-built houses and climbs to a Chorten and passed a huge Mani along a gentle path of the hill. The valley relocates to a U-shaped one as you enter into a level of riverbed. It only takes morning; afternoon explore surrounding, acclimatizes and afternoon visit Kyanjing Glacier depends of energy level. Kyanjing Gomba has monastery and famous for Yak cheese factory and yogurt. Overnight in Kyanjin Gompa

Day 08: Kyanjin Gompa: Day explore

Both Kyanjin Ri (4,850m/16,005ft) and Tserko Ri (5,000m/16,500ft) are the best viewpoints in this area. After the breakfast visit Tserko Ri (5000m) for spectacular view of the langtang Lirung, Langtang range, Kinshung, Yansa Tsenji, many more and the foot of the huge Lirung Glacier. Back to guest house, Lunch and walk around the Kyanjing valley. Overnight in Kyanjin Gompa.

Day 09: Kyanjin Gompa- Lama Hotel: (2470m /8150ft) 7-8 hours

Trail you retract to Lama Hotel., all the way downhill but you will see fantastic views of towering mountain what you have missed on the way up. Take more time and advice to walk very slow. Overnight in Lama Hotel.

Day 10: Lama Hotel - via Sherpa Gaun to Syabru Besi (1440m /4750ft) 5/6 hrs walk

The trail continues through the hill side to Large Sherpa inhabitant and moderately ascend and short descend to Bridhim village with the breathtaking view of Ganesh Himal range, Tibet range Himalayas and horizontal view of the valley. Trail leads ascending till Bhote Koshi River where Syabru Besi is welcoming you with comfortable accommodation with hot shower and delicious meal. Overnight Syabrushi.

“OR”

Follow the down stream of Langtang River through the lower valley. This route is shorter and easier but less view comparatively upper route. Summer during monsoon is not advisable due to landslide and nasty latches.

Day 11: Syabru Besi – Kathmandu (1300m /4264ft) 8/10 hrs. drive, 132 KM

Drive through crumble and bumpy road through Dhunche following the same highway as before to Kathmandu and transfer to your choice of Hotel/Resort/guest House.

Departure Dates for Langtang Valley Trek

Body wear:

T-shirt, long sleeve, half pant, long trouser, warm Jacket, fleece Jacket, Gore-tax windproof Jacket & trouser, warm trouser, rain Jacket, sleeping bag, down jacket

Head wear:

Sun hat, woolen hat/fleece hat, sunglass & scat

Hand wear:

Gloves

Foot wear:

Warm woolen socks, trekking boots & sandal

Accessories:

Personal toiletries, personal first aid kit, sun block, lip guard, shampoo, soap, shavers, moisturizer, passport copies, pocket knives, flash light, camera & film, tawel, water bottle, music & books.

What you carry for the trek:

Please, bring the equipment listed above and pack your gear for the trek into a duffel bag or rucksacks, and small day bag for you. The larger bag with your kit will be carried by the porter to meet you each evening. You should bring a day pack to carry by yourself for water, rain jacket, hat gloves, camera money etc. The weather in mountain is changeable so you will need some warm cloths with you on your day pack.

What to do about the left over baggage:

One day before your departure for the trek you could leave the valuable things which you do not need on the trek such as passport, visa card, flight tickets, in our safety box, and the rest of the things you could store it in our store room.

What is a tea house trek? Accommodation and food facilities!

Tea house trek mean staying and eating in the local lodges. We stay in double room, rooms are basic but comfortable mattress, normally just a bed and pillow. Most of them have electric light and all have and all have specious dining room –lounge. Mostly in tea houses there are common bathroom. Hot shower also available on the tea- houses but the hot water depend on weather conditions and to pay to get the shower.  We eat at tea- house, though food is usually potential and delicious, menu is not extensive. They offer variety of potato rice and noodle dishes, as well as soup. You could choose food from the menu what you could choose the food from the menu what you would like to have. You would be able to eat the food as much as you like but you would not able to order more than enough and left the food.

Health:

It’s very important not to get sick while you are going on the trek and you need to be careful about what you eat and drink.  You need to stay healthy and avoid getting sick in order to have a successful trek.

Some tips for staying healthy:

Avoid drinking or brushing your teeth with tap water. Drink only sealed bottled or proper boiled water or use water purification tablets. During the trek avoid the temptation to test your fitness through fast walking at altitude.

Medical kit

Your guide will bring normal medical kits with him while on the trek. It is recommended that you also bring a small personal medical kit including pain killers, sore throat, plasters, strapping tape for blisters, etc. If you are taking regular mediation you need to bring those medicine with you and do not forget to bring extra supply if somehow one pack is lost.

The trails:

The trekking trail of Nepal vary from wide, rode-like avenues to narrow, slippery paths built out over enormous drops. In many places, a fall from the trail would be final. One most pay attention at all the time to where you are placing your fact. Be specially  careful not move while looking through the view finder of your camera.

The weather:

Nepal has the wildest altitude range of any country of the earth. Each altitude will have its’ own weather problem, from typical heat to arctic cold. In the main trekking season in the spring and fall, the weather is often stable and even the high passes may be free of snow and relatively easy to traverse at times. Those trekkers who encountered an easy at altitude nasty spread the word that boots and warm clothing are not required. This is a mistake. That sudden storm can occur at any time, dumping one or two meter of snow on the passes. At that point, any one with simple running shoes will not be able to processed and may even be stranded for a number of days. Frostbite is a constant risk if one walks in snow at high altitude.

If you trek in the winter, you most be prepared for cold and snow. If you trek in the monsoon you might be face with slippery trails and difficult rivers crossing. You are heading into the world highest mountain range. Be prepared for changes in temperature and weather.

Altitude and preventing altitude:

Being in a hurry in the mountain of Nepal can be deadly. Acclimatization is the word used to describe the adjustments your body makes as it ascends. Ascend slowly and drinking lots of water is one of the best ways not to get high altitude. You should not plan to go to high altitude if you have know heart disease, difficulty to breathing at sea level or are pregnant. For other chronic medical conditions its better to consult your doctor. Sleeping pills, alcohol, smoking should not be used at altitude as they tend to decrease breathing and lead to Acute Mountain Sickness. It comes that during 3-4 liters of fluids (Water, Soup, etc) per day to avoid dehydration helps in the acclimatization process.

Tipping and cash requirement

On the trekking route do not forget to bring Nepalese rupees for drinks bottled water drinks/alcohol that might purchage on the way. The sum of amount to carry on the trekking route depends on the day and area you are going to trek in. Tipping is now common in Nepal but there is no certain rules how much should be tips and it’s not the must to tip.

Photographing people:

During a trek you will have many opportunities to photograph local people and amazing society. You could usetons of films taking amazing natural scenery but talking the picture of people it’s a good idea to ask before taking. Some people do not like you to take the picture of them. So always ask before taking the pictures.

Considering Environment:

While trekking you have to consider on the environment not to destroy the environment. There are so many ways you could help not to polluted the environment of the area such as pick up papers, film wrappers, burn all your toilet paper and bury your farce, do not make camp fire.

Insurance:

All tour participants should obtain their own personal insurance which covers accidents, health, emergency evacuation and loss or damage to personal effects.