Langtang Valley Trek Outline

Langtang Valley Trek starts with a drive to Syabrubensi and the trail continues through the Langtang National Park. Views of the Langtang Himal, sky-scraping over the valley accompany you every step of the way. Embedded with Buddhist monasteries, small Gumbas, and chortens scattered throughout the settlements, We decorated trails with colorful prayer flags hung from suspension bridges, Stupa spires, and tree branches.

The Langtang Trekking presents wonderful ethnic Tibetan Buddhist culture to experience as well, detected in the primary Tamang villages. Moreover, the Langtang Valley is also relatively comparatively closer to Kathmandu city and offers an easier way to experience the mountains. With over 70 glaciers of varying sizes, the valley has even earned its name as “the Valley of Glaciers“.

Langtang National Park

The region’s natural abundance is also protected under the area covered by the Langtang National Park, Nepal’s first Himalayan national park. Likewise, the Langtang Valley Trek also presents many highlights, such as the vantage point of Tserko Ri (4984m), the beautiful Kyanjin Gompa, and the ethnic Langtang village. Similarly, the trip is filled with grand views of the mountains in the Langtang, Dorje Lakpa, and Yala Peak ranges.

In addition to the natural and cultural opulence of the trip, we, at High Route Adventure will provide you with the best services. From transportation and meals to guidance and accommodation, you are guaranteed the best. Thus, book your trip with us at any time! You can also choose from many more packages that we offer!

Is Langtang Valley Trek the right fit for you?

• Moderate walk that is appropriate for both newbie and experienced trekkers – 10 days of trekking with a max altitude of 4,984 m
• See beautiful mountain scenery, glaciers, waterfalls, and learn Sherpa culture
• Trek not too difficult – gradual ascents and descents on wide trails
• Accommodation in local teahouses – experience authentic village life
• Come across amazing destinations such as Kyanjin Gompa and Tserko Ri
• Chance to see rare wildlife like red pandas, Himalayan black bears, monkeys
• Far less crowded than other major trekking routes like Everest Base Camp Trek
• Opportunity to visit ancient Buddhist monasteries along the way
• Relatively low-cost trek close to Kathmandu
• Expert local guides to accompany and assist throughout the trek

What makes Langtang Valley Trek Enjoyable for you?

• Wander through vibrant rhododendron forests with blooms in vivid pinks and reds, keeping an eye out for playful monkeys jumping from branch to branch.
• Gaze in awe at the mighty ice-capped Langtang Lirung peak, towering above trickling streams and verdant meadows filled with dancing wildflowers.
• Connect deeply with the kind-hearted Tamang people as you stay overnight in their wooden homes, sharing a delicious meal of local potatoes and buckwheat pancakes.
• Visit ancient Buddhist monasteries adorned with twinkling butter lamps and prayer flags fluttering in the breeze to experience spiritual serenity.
• Soak in the healing hot springs at Tatopani, allowing the mineral-rich waters to rejuvenate your body after days of trekking.
• Spot exotic Himalayan birds like the rainbowy sunbirds and stocky mountain quails while hiking through pine forests and bamboo groves.
• Follow trails less traveled for a peaceful trek with more awe-inspiring mountain scenery than people for a legendary adventure that feels made just for you.
• Local guides share legends, introduce you to village elders, and make you feel at home in their beloved Himalayas.

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A great holiday with a short adventure on the hills of Langtang and Central Himalayas, suitable for all types of people and age-group. It will be a great summer vacation for family and school/college students and people. Who needs a break from the hectic chores of busy life, where one can find a peaceful place to breathe the fresh cool mountain air, on this short and scenic Tamang Heritage Tour and Hike that takes you away from the maddening crowd of modern civilization?

An enjoyable walk and exploration around hill villages of Tamang tribes of Mongol and Tibetan origin with the similar practice of Buddhism. The Tamang people along with Buddhism religion and culture are also interwoven with ancestral Bon cult and religion. Worshiping Mother Nature, holy spirits of mountains and sacred hills and forests including five precious elements that are essential for living beings.

Tamang Heritage Trek

This wonderful trek to Tamang heritage starts from the capital Kathmandu with a drive to reach our mountain village destination at Syabrubesi. A nice village as well as the starting and ending point of various treks and adventures around the Langtang region and Ganesh Himal region.

The hike leads you from Syabrubesi a Tamang village, to reach a large lovely village at Gatlang, inhabited mostly by the Tamang tribe. A traditional welcome reception by the villagers offering garland and Buddhist prayer silk scarf and then head towards your overnight stop. In a nice local cottage, known as a home-stay managed by the village community, a simple with moderate tourist standard facilities. Enjoy the day at Gatlang, exploring its places of great cultural interest. As well as interacting with the native, and learning more about the local traditional life of ancient Buddhism and Bon heritage.

From here after a lovely pleasant moment, head further to reach a village with a natural hot spring, another highlight of the journey. The village itself called Tatopani means hot water or spring, where you can enjoy a dip in warm and hot pools. After a relaxing stay at Tatopani, the walk follows the old and present Trans Himalaya Salt Trade Trail of Nepal and Tibet. The trail is widely used at present for commercial trade of import and export between the two countries.

Rhododendron and Pine trees

Walking into a cool forested area of tall rhododendron and pine trees with views of Langtang and Ganesh Himal with peaks of Tibet. Located just across the border, our scenic walk takes you to the highest point of the hike. On top of Nagethali high hill at the height of 3,154 m, offers breathtaking views of surrounding dramatic landscapes. Includes close views of towering Ganesh Himal massif with Langtang Himal range of peaks, slowly our journey comes to an end.

Our return hike takes you to the lovely villages of Thuman and Bridim to reach Syabrubesi village. For the last overnight around Langtang Himal area, where next morning takes you to hustle and bustle city back in Kathmandu. After a glorious time and experience on Tamang Heritage Tour and Hike, with High Route Adventure’s great services, and making the trip memorable and worth visiting.

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Home of Langtang Lirung Peak (7227m), the cultural Helambu region, and the most elusive Red Panda, the trek explores the ancient Shamanistic culture of the region along with traversing the ancient trans-Himalayan trade route. Gosainkunda Lake is situated at 4360m and consists of numerous holy lakes that are frequented by thousands of pilgrims each year.

Langtang Gosainkunda Helambu Trek

The Langtang Gosainkunda Helambu Trek extends from the historical Kathmandu City to the mountainous Langtang Region. Langtang valley remains one of the top 5 trek destinations in Nepal with more than 12,000 tourists visiting the region every year. An 8hr drive northwest will take you to Sybrubensi from where you’ll begin trekking along with the cultural Tamang villages en route to Langtang.

The trek rises along the Himalayan route towards Kyanjin Gompa. You’ll make a short hike to Tserko RI (4980m) and enjoy the pristine sights of Langtang Lirung, Langshisha RI, and Shishapangma peaks before heading down to Lama Hotel. The trail converges into a detour that goes past Thulo Syabru village towards the historical Sing Gompa (Monastery).

You’ll trek further up to make your way towards Gosainkunda Lake. Surrounded by mountains on all sides, the lakes remain frozen and inaccessible for 6 consecutive months. You will explore the holy site and the oligotrophic lake before heading towards the Helambu trekking. You’ll trek through some of the most culturally preserved Tamang villages en route. You’ll walk past Ghopte, Thadepati Pass, Melamchi Gaon, Tarkeghyang, and Sermathang to reach Melamchi Bazaar. The trek concedes once you drive back to Kathmandu.

High Route Adventure specializes in tailored treks around Nepal. We conduct private, group, and family treks inside the Langtang region. Our all-inclusive trek packages cover transportation inside the country, three meals a day, an experienced guide, porter, permits, and the finest logistics.

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