Are you looking for a short and moderate level trekking destination which can be completed in just a week? If yes, then High Route Adventure presents you with a short Langtang Valley Trek Package, which can be completed in just 7 Days.
The Langtang Valley trek is well-liked by both locals and visitors from other countries because it is only a 61.8-kilometer drive away. Even though this short trek can be completed in just 7 days, this trek offers trekkers some of the world’s best views of mountain peaks and breathtaking landscapes.
During the trek, you will pass through several villages and stay in a nice and comfy tea house to enjoy the local dishes and warm hospitality. Even though this trek is near Kathmandu, the trail path is peaceful compared to popular trekking destinations like the Everest base camp and the Annapurna base camp trek. Langtang Valley trek is less commercialized, but it is worth visiting.
The peaceful trekking trails, 360 views of Langtang Range, eye-catching waterfalls, high Himalayan valleys, Langtang River, glacial, monasteries, and beautiful forested areas will attract anyone who visits here. This place is simply a paradise for trekking lovers and photography enthusiasts.
This Langtang Valley trek lies inside the Langtang National Park, which was established to conserve the various flora and fauna. You will pass through this national park on the trek, where you can see Himalayan tahr, red panda, langur, musk deer, snow leopards, and birds like the snow partridge, Himalayan monal, and white-winged redstart.
Also, exploring Langtang Lirung, Ganesh Himal, Jugal Himal, Dorje Lakpa, and Ganja La Pass from a close makes this trip more adventurous and memorable. This trek is suitable for both beginner and experienced trekkers. If you are looking for a short trek in Nepal, then this short Langtang Valley Trek 7 Days is absolutely for you.
Apart from being a serene Buddhist monastery, Kyanjin Gompa is also famous for its breathtaking mountain scenery. It is a well-known place among spiritual travellers for culture stops in the Himalayas. Trekkers can admire breathtaking views from this place and explore local yak cheese factories nearby.
The strength and hospitality of the local Tamang people can be seen throughout the lovely Langtang Village. Trekkers may connect with the region’s past, experience friendly hospitality, and be in awe of the breathtaking mountain views in this village, which was rebuilt following the 2015 earthquake.
The Langtang glacier, formed by the natural phenomenon, is a must-visit place for trekking lovers and photography lovers. Langtang Glacier is located at an elevation of 4100m. In the Langtang Region, there are more than 70 glaciers, so people also call this Langtang Region “the Valley of Glaciers.”
Kyanjin Ri is ideal for adventure lovers who are fond of trekking. The trek is not a straightforward one but is definitely worth it: breathtaking sunrises over snow-capped mountains, vast glaciers, and valleys below. It is a great place to watch both the sunrise and sunset, too, and moments of magic are made in the Himalayas.
Due to Nepal’s diverse topography you can find the distinct seasons that bring the unique atmosphere in the Langtang Region. So, choosing the right time can make your experience far better than you expected. Let’s see when to do the Langtang Valley trek so that you can plan for the perfect adventure.
Spring (March-May): The weather is good throughout the spring, with occasional rainfall. The temperature is perfect for travelling, ranging from 10°C to 25°C (50°F to 77°F). The trekking trail remains mostly dry and you can enjoy breathtaking landscapes and snowy mountain peaks. Additionally the wildflower in the trekking trail adds to the beauty of the Langtang trek.
Monsoon (June – August): Trekking in the monsoon season is also possible in Nepal. But due, heavy rainfall can cause difficulty in reaching the trekking destination due to floods and landslides. Also, due to downpower, it can make the trail path slippery and muddy, adding risk for the trekkers. Additionally leeches and bugs in the forest and greenery area can trouble the trekkers. Temperatures fluctuate during this time so it can range from 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F).
Autumn (September – November): One of the most perfect times for the Langtang Valley trek is during the Autumn season. Autumn is considered the best time due to favourable weather and moderate temperature for trekking conditions. Additionally, a clear view of the sky allows you to enjoy the beautiful view of mountain peaks and majestic landscapes. During this season, the temperature remains 5°C to 20°C (41°F to 68°F).
Winter (December – February): Winter brings very cold temperatures, especially at night in higher areas. It can range from -5°C to 10°C (23°F to 50°F). Occasional snowfall at high altitudes can obstruct the trail, making navigation more difficult. The harsh weather can cause trouble during the trek, so if you want to trek in this season, you need to have good trekking gear and clothing. If you are a beginner, then avoid trekking in the winter season.
The following table provides information on the average temperature and precipitation in different places on the Langtang Valley Trek route:
| Location | Elevation (meters) | Average Minimum Temperature (°C) | Average Maximum Temperature (°C) | Annual Rainfall (mm) |
| Kathmandu | 1,400 | 10 | 24 | 1400 mm |
| Syabrubesi | 2,380 | 10 | 30 | 346.65mm |
| Langtang Village | ~3,500 | 5 | 20 | 352.05 mm |
| Kajin Ghompa | ~3,870 | -3 | 8 | 137.99mm |
| Rimche | ~2,400 | 5.73 | 24 | 240mm |
Read more: When is the Best Time for the Langtang Valley Trek?
For those who want to extend their trip to make your Langtang Valley trek more adventurous, you can find several options according to your interest, budget and number of days you want to spend in the Langtang Region.
Some options you might explore include:
High Route Adventure offers a variety of Langtang Valley Trek options, including 5-day, 6-day, 8-day, and 10-day itineraries. Each trek can be fully customized to match your preferences and schedule. For international travelers looking to include arrival and departure days, the 10-day Langtang Valley Trek is highly recommended. If you’re seeking a shorter yet fulfilling journey from Kathmandu to Langtang Valley and back, the 7-day itinerary is an ideal choice.
Travellers Note: The road condition up to Trishuli is good, but after that, it becomes bumpy and gravelly. Additionally, you will need to pass through a 3 km stretch known as Ramche Landslide, near Dhunche. Be prepared for off-road conditions, and keep in mind that weather conditions can affect your travel plans.
Morning Start
Lunch Stop: Khanjim (2,235 m)
Afternoon Trek
Travelers note: The trek distance from Syabrubeshi to Sherpaghau is 10-12 km. You need to walk for around 7-8 hours through a remote village. There are limited shops and tea houses along this trekking route. So carry snacks and water with you before you start your trek.
Morning Start
Lunch Stop: Riverside Lodge
Afternoon Trek
Travellers note: The trek distance from Sherpagaon to Langtang Village Approx. 12-15 km, and today, you will be trekking for 7-8 hours. The trail passes through some uneven and challenging landscapes, so walk carefully. While you are in Thyangsyapu (3,140 m), make sure to keep an eye out for spotting rare wildlife like the Himalayan Thar.
Morning Start
Lunch Stop
Afternoon Hike to Kyanjin Ri
Travellers note: The hike to Kyanjin Ri is challenging due to its steep uphill terrain and windy conditions. Even though it is difficult, you can manage it when you walk slowly and steadily. Today, you will start your trek very early in the morning, around 7 a.m., to complete the journey before dusk.
Morning Start
Lunch Stop
Afternoon Trek
Travellers note: The descent is long yet comparatively comfortable since it is mostly gradual. However, the trail includes rocky and uneven sections that require caution.
Morning Start
Lunch Stop
Afternoon Trek
Travellers note: Today, you will have the option to choose a route to reach Syabrubesi. You can either choose the same path that you initially travelled or through the Lama Hotel.
Trip extension: Those who want to extend their trek from here can do so. You can extend your trek to the short and easy Tamang Heritage or Gosaikunda Lake Trek.
Travellers note: For foreign tourists who want to explore this short Langtang Valley trek, it will take around 10 days to complete, which includes arrival day, Kathmandu exploration and departure day. For more info check here: Langtang Valley Trek 10 Days.
There are various factors that add to the difficulty of the Langtang Valley trek - 7 days. The experienced trekker can easily handle this difficulty factor, but for first-time trekkers, it can be difficult. Let’s see what are the factors that you need to face for while undertaking the Langtang Valley Trek:
The total distance that you need to cover from Syabrubesi to Kyanjin Gompa and back is 77 km (47.8 miles). During the trek, you need to walk for an average of 6-7 hours. Even though the distance and duration are short, it might be difficult for first-time and beginner trekkers.
This short Langtang Valley trek takes you to the maximum height of Kyanjin Ri (4980 m). While reaching such altitude, some trekkers might feel symptoms of altitude sickness due to the low levels of oxygen present in the air. However, you can avoid trekking to Kyanjin Ri and trek only to the Kajin Ghompa if you want to avoid high altitude in this trek.
The steep walk and steep down, including trekking in the narrow, uneven, rocky terrain, are some challenges that you need to face during the trek. Trekkers need to carefully navigate in such terrain conditions and be aware of their surroundings.
Another challenge that adds to the difficulty when undertaking the Langtang Valley trek is unpredictable weather. When weather changes, you can expect a drop in the temperature, especially at higher altitudes. Seasonal changes add to the challenge, with monsoons bringing slippery trails and winters bringing snow and freezing temperatures.
People take it short; the Langtang Valley trek is easy before trekking. But when they actually go trekking, they will find how difficult it is to walk at high altitudes when they don’t prepare physically. So make strong legs and be physically active before heading for this trek.
Read more: How Difficult Is the Langtang Valley Trek
Even though the trek is short and easy compared to other trekking destinations, such as the Everest base camp trek and the Annapurna base camp trek, you still need to prepare for this trek. Here is the comprehensive guide which will help you to prepare for this beautiful trek in the Langtang region.
Warming up properly before heading for the Langtang Valley Trek helps your body to adapt to the challenge that you need to face on the Langtang terrain.
Trekking in the Himalayan region is fruitful when trekkers choose the best time. The best time means the weather and temperature favor the trekkers and helps to enjoy the beautiful view of the Langtang region. Weather and temperature at high altitudes can change suddenly, so before heading, we suggest you check the weather forecast.
Even though travel insurance is not mandatory for the short Langtang Valley trek, we highly suggest you have travel insurance for your safety. You never know when the unseen circumstance can happen, so having insurance provides emergency medical assistance when needed.
Short Langtang Valley trek - 7 days will not take you to the high altitude, but still, you need to focus on maintaining good health during Langtang trekking. Trekkers should follow the acclimatisation plan to avoid altitude sickness. While walking at high altitude, climb slowly and allow your body to adjust to high altitude. Stay hydrated during the trek and monitor your health conditions, and if symptoms of altitude sickness occur, immediately descend to a lower altitude.
The Langtang Valley Trek Journey becomes more memorable when you engage with local people. Learning a few phrases such as "Namaste" (hello) or "Dhanyabad" (thank you) can help you connect with locals and show respect for their culture.
Read more: How Do I Prepare for Langtang Valley Trek?
During the Langtang Valley trek - for 7 days, High Route Adventure will arrange three healthy meals for you. Breakfast and lunch will be provided in the tea house where you will stay, and for lunch, you will eat in the middle of the journey. You can choose the food from the menu that is provided to you by the tea house.
You can find a wide variety of Nepali food and a few Indian and international food items. Don’t forget to try local Nepali Dal Bhat, Momos, Chowmein, Dhindo, Sel Roti, Thukpa, Yak cheese, Nepali Curd and butter tea.
Water and drinks are also available at the tea house, but you need to pay on your own. Water bottles will cost you $1 to $2, and soft drinks will cost you $2-5, depending upon the location and altitude.
Read more: Food and Accommodation in Langtang Valley Trek
For the Langtang Valley Trek, you will need two permits: a TIMS Card(Trekking Information Management System) and a Langtang National Park Entry Permit. You can obtain this permit from the Nepal Tourism Board in Kathmandu(Pradarshani Marg) or at checkpoint Dhunche.
The cost of the permits needed for the Langtang Valley Trek is as follows:
| Permit Type | For International Countries | For SAARC Countries | For Nepali Citizens |
| TIMS Card | For Individual: NPR 2000 / US$ 18 | For Individual: NPR 300 / US$ 2 | NPR 100 |
| For Group: NPR 1000 / US$ 9 | For Group: NPR 600 / US$ 4 | NPR 50 | |
| Langtang National Park Entry Permit | NPR 3000 / US$ 27 | NPR 1500 / US$ 14 | NPR 100 |
Note: To issue these permits, you need the following documents:
Read more: How to Obtain Permits for the Langtang Valley Trek?
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Tea house in Langtang Valley trek which is surrounded by Beautiful mountains[/caption]
During the trek, High Route Adventure will provide you the accommodation in the lodge or tea house that is available on the trekking routes. This tea house is similar to the Guest house but small in size. You will find small rooms with twin beds which are often shared among the trekkers. The plywood partitions rooms, and there will be no facilities of AC or heating floor.
You can find an attached bathroom, especially at the lower altitudes, but at higher altitudes, there will be shared bathrooms. You can take a hot shower by paying an extra cost like 1-2$.
On this short Langtang Valley trek - 7 days you need to manage the hotel while you are staying in Kathmandu. You can find a variety of accommodations in Kathmandu as per your budget. Here is our recommendation.
| Budget Hotels | Mid-Range Hotels | Luxury Hotels |
| Hotel Horizon | Kathmandu Guest House | Hyatt Regency |
| Kathmandu Garden House | Hotel Moonlight | Dwarika's Hotel |
| Hotel Silver Home | Hotel Arts Kathmandu | Marriott Kathmandu |
| Hotel Bright Star | Hotel Holy Himalaya | Hotel Yak & Yeti |
| Elbrus Home | Hotel Manang | Radisson Hotel |
| Hotel Family Home | Hotel Mulberry | Soaltee Kathmandu |
There are various itineraries for the Langtang Valley Trek, depending on how many days you want to spend in the Langtang Region. The cost of the Langtang Valley trek depends upon the itinerary days and level of service you want during the trek. For the short Langtang Valley trek - 7 days you can get the package for $650 per person. We offer a discount as per the number of people present in the group. The more you are in a group the more discounts you can get in the Langtang Trekking Package.
Let’s see the Langtang Valley Trek Cost according to the group-wise for 7 Day itineraries:
Note: You need to add USD 200 for the Private Jeep service.
Read more: Langtang Valley Trek Cost
Langtang Valley Trek has been one of the famous destinations for the Nepalese people as well due to its proximity to Kathmandu and easy trek. Every year, huge numbers of local Nepalese people visit this destination to witness the remote mountain villages, lush forests, glacial landscapes and stunning mountain peaks. If you haven’t visited this amazing palace and if you are planning then contact us for a special discount.
For Nepali trekkers, the Langtang Valley trek - 7 days will cost you around NPR 25,000 - 30,000 for 7 Days Langtang Valley Trek, which includes permits, lodging, food and transportation.
The starting point of the Langtang Valley trek - 7 days is Syabrubeshi which is around 121 kilometers from Kathmandu city. There are several ways to reach the Syabrubesi from Kathmandu: by taking a local bus, express bus and private jeep. It takes a whole day to reach Syabrbeshi from Kathmandu, so it's pretty annoying. So you need to ride for 8-9 hours on a bus or private jeep to reach Syabrubesi.
Read more: Langtang Valley Trek Distance
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Tourist Enjoying Langtang Valley Trek with Our Trekking Guide[/caption]
When trekking inside a National Park or conservation area, trekkers must hire a guide with them. Since the Langtang Valley trek also lies inside the Langtang National Park, it is compulsory to hire a trekking guide.
We have seen tourists trekking without a trekking guide due to a lack of awareness, budget constraints or attempts to bypass the rules. Even though this trek is short and easy, we should not underestimate the challenges and risks that can arise when we trek solo.
So, for a safe journey and to have a safe trekking experience, we suggest all the trekkers hire a guide. Hiring the Guide will cost you around USD 25-30 per person. When you book the Langtang Trek Package from the tour operator, normally, they will provide you guide and porter service. So always trek with the assistance of a reputable trekking agency and take a guide with you.
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Langtang Valley Trek Map[/caption]
The Langtang Valley Trek map showcases a stunning route through the Himalayas, featuring diverse altitudes from 1,500 m to 5,000 m, and covering distances filled with awe-inspiring Himalayan views. This trek offers an unforgettable cultural experience, passing through vibrant Tamang villages, ancient monasteries, and breathtaking landscapes.
For this short and sweet Langtang Valley trek, trekkers should pack light and carry only essential things. Making your backpack light makes it easier to walk on steep ascents. Let’s see what the essential items that you need to pack for this Langtang Valley trek - 7 days:
