Langtang is a narrow valley situated just south of the Tibetan border and populated with Tibetans and Tamangs, who share a similar religion, language and clothing. The landscapes we cross are extremely varied: rice-terraces, gigantic rhododendron and fir forests and, at altitude, a rock and shrub wilderness set against a backdrop of snowy peaks. The crossing of Ganja La pass is a high mountain itinerary and sometimes requires the use of ice axe and crampons. After the pass we reach the Helambu valley with its numerous colorful Sherpa villages. Lying some 72 kilometers north east of Kathmandu, the Helambu region also known as Helmu, consists of country situated at the head of Melamchi Khola. Bounded on the north by a wall of 5000m peaks with the difficult Ganja La pass (5123m) which provide access to the Langtang valley.
» Trip Outline
Trekking Days
12
Total days in Nepal
16
Trekking grade
04
Maximum Altitude
5121m
Best time
Spring : March to May
Autumn : September to November
Trekking Type
Teahouse or Camping Basis
walking per Day
5-6 Hours in average
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Days
Programmes
Day 01
Kathmandu: Pick up then Transfer to hotel and handle check in. Short briefing that afternoon followed by orientation walk. Overnight at hotel.
Day 02
Sight seeing: Around Kathmandu valley: The holy place of Pashupatinath temple, Shoyambhunath temple, Boudhanath Stupa & Kathmandu Darbar Square), arrange the necessary permit for Trekking and Climbing. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 03
Katmandu - Dhunche (1950m) by Land-cruiser
Day 04
Dhunche - Syabru (2130m) in 5h.
This is a fine day of trekking, which traverses fir tree and rhododendron forests towards a ridge (2300m). From here we get a panoramic view all the way from Ganesh Himal in the west to Naya Kanga in the east and the Tibetan snowy summits. The trail drops steeply down towards the Bothe Khosi river towards Syabru, which is a busy village with its houses laid out in single file down the hillside. Sherpas and Tamangs farm this area. Overnight at lodge / camp.
Day 05
Syabru - Lama Hotel (2390m) in 5h.
Following a high trail, we pass through terraces and bamboo massifs. We cross Syarpagaon to continue through a fine forest, alive with birds and the occasional troupe of monkeys. After crossing the Langtang Khola, we start the ascent of the valley and soon reach the shepherds’ huts that are the Lama Hotel. Overnight at lodge / camp.
Day 06
Lama Hotel - Langtang (3520m) in 5h.
We now have a spectacular view of the Langtang Lirung (7246m). After a steep climb through the Langtang gorge, the ascent eases and the valley widens out into an area of yak meadows and rhododendrons. Further up, we reach Langtang, populated by Tibetans. Overnight at lodge / camp.
Day 07
Langtang - Kyangin Gompa (3850m) in 3h.
An easy and pleasant walk through the yak meadows. The village is spectacularly situated in a glacial amphitheatre dominated by high peaks. An excellent base for shorter walks towards the Langtang Lirung glacier, eastwards to Lagshisa glacier, or a tougher ascent of the northern flank of the valley towards Yala Peak. Overnight at lodge / camp.
Day 08
Rest day or Kyangin Ri (4770m) or Tsergo Ri (4980m)
With one or two extra days, we can organize the Yala Peak (5500m) or Tsergo Peak (5750m). Overnight at lodge / camp.
Day 09
Ngegang - Ganja La (5121m) - Keldang (4300m) in 5h
The ascent to the pass is quite tricky, following streams at first, and continuing over snow and rocks. We scramble the last 100 meters on a steep and snowy slope. The pass offers an impressive panoramic view of the Langtang Lirung and the snowy summits of the Tibetan boarder, amongst which rises the Shisha Pangma (8013m). Then the trail plunges steeply over moraines. Overnight at lodge / camp.
Day 10
Keldang - Dukpu (4020m) in 6h.
Ascents give way to descents along the ridge trail. Overnight at lodge / camp.
Day 11
Dukpu - Tarke Ghyang (2560m) in 5h.
We reach a pass towering at 4080 meters, offering a great view over the Himalayas. We now start our descent towards Helambu through fir tree and rhododendron forests. Overnight at lodge / camp.
Day 12
Tarke Ghyang - Sermathang (2620m) in 5h.
The ridge trail criss-crosses streams and waterfalls, and offers open views in all directions with the southern foothills of Nepal fading towards the plains of India..Overnight at lodge / camp.
Day 13
Sermathang - Melamchi Pul (890m) in 4h. Overnight at lodge.
Day 14
Back to Kathmandu via Sundarijal 4 walking hrs. Today we have an hour’s gradual climb to MAIkharkha. From here the route descends all the way to sundarijal, where we meet transport to Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel / camp.
Day 15
Kathmandu: Free day for shopping. Overnight at hotel.
Day 16
Departure: Transfer to airport for final departure to onward destination.
Camping (twin sharing tow men tent) / dining tent, toilet tent
Meals (3 meals / B.L.D) while on the trek
Experienced English speaking guide / leader, necessary experience local helpers
All program according to itineraries on full board
Wages, food, accommodation, equipment, insurance and other facilities to staffs
Package excludes:
Nepal entry visa fee per person US$30 only
Travel insurance
Medical evacuation in case of emergency
Domestic airfare
Personal expenses
All bar bill
Expenses of personal nature i.e. soft/hard drinks, tips etc
International airport tax US$24 per person only
Note:
Given itinerary is suitable for keen walkers who are able to walk for 4-5 hours in a day, As you are traveling in a remote mountain region, we can not guarantee the weather condition, it could be change unexpected. There will be experience Nepali leader or guide and helpers. The guides and their helpers’ assistants will try to ensure that the trip runs according to plan, but please be prepared to be flexible if necessary.
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