Langtang region lies towards the northern side of Kathmandu and boasts of beautiful snowcapped mountain ranges and the very welcoming people of the Tamang and Sherpa community. The holy lake of Gosaikunda is one of the interesting features of this region apart from the picturesque villages and the dense forests covered in different species of wild flowers and abundance of wildlife. Langtang region has moderate climate with subalpine vegetation. The Langtang National Park established in 1976 has given shelter to a wide range of unique flora and fauna found in the region including various migratory birds, Himalayan Tahr, monkey, deer, Pika and the Red Panda that has been listed as one of the endangered species of Nepal.
Langtang region is enriched with gigantically beautiful mountain ranges including the highest mountain of this area, Langtang Lirung (7264 m) on the north, Gang Chhenpo (6,388 m) on the south and Dorje Lhakpa (6,975 m) on the east overlooking against the amiable valley of Langtang. Also, this region is affluent in culture and tradition belonging to the Tamangs and the Lamas. The rich cultural heritages carved in the wooden windows, the dance festivals and the weaving traditions of the local community here make this trip even more interesting. This trekking allows you to unravel the distinct cultural diversity and the natural wilderness. This trekking route is less traveled even though this is very much near and easily accessed from Kathmandu. Do not miss this adventurous travel into the remote mountain region of natural beauty and its abundance and the affluent culture and tradition.
Trip Highlights
- Explore the beautiful Langtang valley.
- Explore the serenity of the divine lake of Gosaikunda, the frozen lake.
- An insight into the traditional lifestyle and practices of the local people along with their culture and tradition.
- Explore through Langtang National Park, a sanctuary for various species of flora and fauna and vegetation found in this region.
- Visit and explore the Sing Gompa.
- Witness the scenic and rural beauty of naturally diversified and rich Nepal.
- Marvel at the spectacular views of the mountain ranges including Langtang Lirung, Langtang Ri, Ganesh Himal, Yala Peak, Dorje Lakpa and others.
- Sightseeing Kathmandu.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival Day
Upon your arrival at the Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu, you will be assisted by our representative and escorted to your designated hotel. Help yourself to get over jetlag with some rest and then amble around the city to get some fresh air.
Overnight at Kathmandu.
Day 2: Drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi (1550m): 145 km/9 hours
Today, we start driving early in the morning after breakfast from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi. We drive initially along the Trishuli River. This nine-hour drive takes you along the north-western of Kathmandu through the scenic foothills, terraced farmlands and the beautiful picture of the countryside. Continue driving along from Trishuli Bazaar where we stop to have lunch towards Dhunche and then take the descending trails to Syabrubesi. The glimpse of beautiful Ganesh Himal will accompany you en route to Syabrubesi.
Day 3: Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel (2380m): 6 hours
Basically, our trek starts right here from Syabrubesi. Trek along the trails from Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel, our onward destination and stop for the night. After crossing across the Bhote Koshi River and the Langtang Khola, we take the descending trails towards Bamboo. Thereupon, pursue another ascending trail to Rimche lying at the bank of Langtang Khola, at an elevated height of 2400 m. The trail further brings you to Lama Hotel.
Overnight at Lama Hotel.
Day 4: Trek from Lama Hotel to Langtang Valley (3430m): 6 hours
Today, we commence our trip forward to Langtang Valley. It will take a combined trek of uphill and downhill to reach our destination today. The beautiful valley of Langtang is encircled with shimmering mountain peaks and is a real treat to the eyes. We track along the trails through Gumanechowk meaning Ghoda Tabela or Horse Stable. Moving towards the valley, we pass through the thick forests above the Langtang Khola covered in oak and maple and the blooming rhododendrons. The enticing visuals of the snowcapped mountains start accompanying you along the rocky paths with multiple stone inscriptions and Mani walls, some beautiful colorful prayer flags. A gradual climb through the grazing pastureland will bring you to the beautiful village of Langtang with rich farmlands of buckwheat, barley, wheat and potato and houses built in Tibetan décor surrounded by huge stonewalls.
Overnight at Langtang village.
Day 5: Langtang valley to Kyanjin Gompa: 5 hours
Our trek directs us past the biggest village Mani wall towards the ridge of a stupa. Along comes a small yet lively village of Mundu making your way towards Kyanijn Gompa passing through several bridges of wooden scaffoldings, beautiful colorful prayer flags, prayer wheels, chortens and rock inscriptions until you finally reach your destination for the day. The valley famous for its cheese factory looks beautiful against the towering peak of Langtang Lirung.
Overnight at Kyanjin Gompa.
Day 6: Trek from Kyanjin Gompa back to Lama Hotel: 5 hours
Enjoy a scenic breakfast with the gigantic mountain ranges before you and then continue your journey tracking back the same trails to Lama Hotel. Our walk today is mostly downhill and takes about five hours. Enjoy the scenery and relive the moments as we make a gradual descent to Lama Hotel.
Overnight at Lama Hotel.
Day 7: Trek from Lama Hotel to Thulo Syabru (2230m): 5-6 hours
Our destination next is Thulo Syabru. Starting from Lama Hotel, we ascend along the trails through the thick bamboo forest with occasional encounter with red panda. Also, enjoy the radiant beauty of Ganesh Himal and Langtang Himal throughout.
Overnight at Thulo Syabru.
Day 8: Trek from Thulo Syabru to Sing Gompa: 5 hours
Today, we begin our journey through the ascending trails from Thulo Syabru until we reach upon a small village called Dimsa. Continue climbing the uphill trails leading to a dense beautiful forest full of fir and rhododendron with once again enjoying the shimmering lights of the sun upon the Langtang Himal and Ganesh Himal. After about a couple of hours, we climb over the ridge trail apparently taking us to Sing Gompa.
Overnight at Sing Gompa.
Day 9: Trek from Sing Gompa to Gosaikunda via Laurebinayak Pass (4380m): 5-6 hours
Today, we trek to the holy lake of Gosaikunda. We mount to the ascending trails to Cholangpati all the way through the blanketed forests of blooming rhododendron and pine with the Trishuli River flowing fiercely far below. After Cholangpati, we enter through the Gosaikunda protected area with the towering Langtang Lirung on the north and Manaslu and Himalchuli on the west. The route then leads you uphill to Laurebinayak Pass where you will come across a small temple with an idol of Sakyamuni. Mount the trails for a furthermore passing through Saraswati Kunda and Bhairav Kunda (the glacier lakes of Gosaikunda) along the way and you will finally reach the divine Gosaikunda Lake.
Overnight at Gosaikunda.
Day 10: Trek from Gosaikunda back to Sing Gompa (3335m): 4 hours
One can never get enough of the divine frozen lake. Explore the celestial beauty of the holy Gosaikunda amidst the serenity. After breakfast, we track our trails back to Sing Gompa once again via Laurebinayak. Follow the trails once more across the deep forests of pine and rhododendrons with the spectacular views of the mountain ranges including Manaslu, Langtang Lirung and Ganesh Himal.
Overnight at Sing Gompa.
Day 11: Trek from Sing Gompa to Dhunche: 6 hours
We are almost at the end of our trek. Enjoy your morning breakfast and then gear up for your last trek towards Dhunche. Tumble downhill initially all along the beautiful forests covered in oaks, pines and multicolored rhododendrons until you cross over a suspension bridge. Thereupon, continue taking the even trails to Dhunche via a small village of Ramche on the way. Take out some time to saunter around the charming village and get an experience of country life while in Dhunche.
Overnight at Dhunche.
Day 12: Drive back to Kathmandu from Dhunche: 7 hours
We start driving early morning to Kathmandu. Enjoy the pleasant and scenic ride back to Kathmandu leaving the charming village of Dhunche far behind
This brings us to the end of our 12-day trekking.