Langtang valley trek

Overview

Trip Highlights of Langtang Valley Trek

• Trek through the "valley of glaciers," also known as the Langtang Valley.
• A view of the snow-capped summits Langtang Ri, Langtang, Langsisa, and Ganjala Peak
• Enjoy a nice, green hike in a rhododendron woodland.
• There is no need to purchase a plane ticket! It's a seven to eight hours drive.
• First-hand encounters with Tibetan Buddhism's culture and Understand Tamang ethnicity's cultural legacy
• Travel through Langtang National Park
• Yak cheese factory in Kyanjin Gompa
• Visit historic Buddhist temples like Kyanjing Gompa and Langtang Gompa to receive blessings.
• One of Nepal's less popular treks

About Langtang Valley Trek

Langtang valley trek is a part of the picturesque Langtang National Park that runs between the Gosaikunda Lake Trek and the Tamang Heritage Cultures Trek,  in the remote mountains of northern Nepal. Langtang valley trek is a part of Jugal Himal trek and Langtang Himal trek.   Langtang trek is often called "the valley of glaciers trek". The trekking paths traverse through some restricted spaces and tropical vegetation. The river valley offers healthy forests, some endangered wildlife, a bird-eye view of high mountains including Langtang Lirung (7245m), and the live culture of the local Tamang people. In addition, the trek through the Langtang valley provides some of the best off-the-beaten-trail trekking in Nepal. 

The Langtang Valley Trek has long been a popular trek because it can be reached quite easily from Kathmandu, within a day's drive then start at Syabrubesi and follow up the Langtang river. In 2017, the New York Times listed the Langtang Valley Trek as one of the world's 52 top hiking destinations. Some parts of the Langtang valley trek are quite tougher with the difficult slopes and rocky path. At such points, you must walk slowly and carefully. The rest of the trekking trails are quite easy with the enticing nature views on your side. The hill forest (2000-2600m), which includes chirpine, rhododendron, and Nepalese poplar, gradually replaces the subtropical vegetation in the southern  Sal forest. Moreover, the park is also well known for its populations of red panda, Himalayan black bear, snow leopard, wild dog, ghoral, serow, and more than 250 species of birds.

Langtang is the closest place where you could observe the massive snow-capped mountains and beautiful glaciers. This valley is located only 19 miles north of Kathmandu. The whole valley is dominated by Mount Langtang Lirung (7246m) and offers pine forest, swift mountain streams, rugged rock, snow-capped peaks, grassy downs, and meadows. The last destination of this trekking is Kyanjin Gompa, 3860m. The pleasurable atmosphere is created as you observe  Ganesh Himal, Dorje Lakpa (6966m), Gangchempo (Langtang Ri 7205m), Porong Ri (7292m), and Yala mountain (5520m). Furthermore, your additional time and your desire to hike up leads you towards visiting ancient Buddhist monasteries and mountain glaciers. You can also take the opportunity to ascend Kyangjin Ri (4350m). From its top, you will get 360-degree mountain views. From Kyangjin, you retrace your route back down the valley to Syabru Besi and then drive back to Kathmandu.

In addition to the 9-day Langtang Valley Trek, Mountain Guide Trek and Expedition pvt. Ltd. can change the travelers' days in accordance with visitor's preferences and concerns. The Langtang Gosaikunda Trek, the Langtang Ganjala Pass Trek, or the Langtang Helambu Circuit trek would be good alternatives for your holiday if you have unlimited or limited time.

Permits for Langtang Valley trek

Typically, permits are required for trekking routes in the restricted areas. Throughout the hike the permits need to remain safe with you. Trekking in the Langtang region requires two Langtang trek permits. The TIMS card and the Langtang National Park Entry permit.You can get a trekking permit from the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) in Kathmandu. NTB provides you with a TIMS; a card known as the Trekker's Information Management System.The TIMS Card for the Langtang Trek is a document that supports hikers in  difficult situations such as earthquake, severe weather, or loss of the group. The Nepal Tourism Board in Kathmandu provides permits for Langtang National Park. Alternatively, you can purchase them at the Dhunche entry point.The permit must be shown at  various checkpoints and locations. 

How safe is Langtang Valley trek for Female hikers ?

Both male and female tourists can travel safely in Nepal. When exploring the various locations, female trekkers need to take extra precautions. Each and every nation has its own culture, language, and way of life, and respect is the most important thing you need to learn before traveling. Occasionally strange circumstances arise unintentionally. Despite the rarity of sexual harassment incidents in Nepal, we urge female guests to limit their nighttime outings and get back at their accommodations on time. You are kept safe from wild animals and occasionally even from people by your timely arrival at your destination.

Accommodations during Langtang Valley trek

Guest Houses, often referred to as Tea Houses, are available along the route where you can stay in a comfortable bed and have access to showers and restaurant amenities. Since Tamang villages constituted the majority of the settlements, the accommodation will be at stone-made houses. Each night you can have a comfortable night's sleep in a bed with covers, meals in the restaurants, and charge your equipment and cameras because teahouses provide these basic facilities to the trekkers in each village along the route.

Privileges

• Easy payment
• Arrangements of gears and equipment 
• Transportation via private vehicle
• Simple booking and reservation system
• Medical Supplies
• A multichannel communication system
• Local Guides & Assistants
• Moderate to standard level accommodation at tea houses and hotels
• Adventure in Small Groups

Langtang Valley Trek route

An 8-10 hour bus ride from Kathmandu, the most well-known teahouse trekking starts at Syabrubesi. This route is the most popular route for Langtang valley trek. The 139 kilometer drive from Kathmandu to Syaphrubesi requires local buses or private vehicles, which are easily accessible in Kathmandu. The distance from Kathmandu to Trisuli is 70 km, and the distance from Trisuli to Dhunche is 50 km. Trekkers learn about Buddhist cultural practices, the Tamang people, their culture,  vegetation, and animals during their hike. A helicopter journey might be added if time is of the utmost importance and money is not an issue. This not only will make the trip much shorter and safer but you will also be rewarded with breathtaking views of the mountains and national park. Another possible way to trek to Langtang valley is through Shivapuri National Park to Gosainkunda and to Langtang Valley. This alternative route is only possible if you have sufficient time. 

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