Langtang Valley Trek - Third Eye Adventure

If time is brief , fitness a priority , and you are feeling the necessity perhaps to check the waters before committing to a more arduous trek through the Himalayas, then Langtang Valley Trek is for you. Not only does the trek offer a journey of reasonably moderate effort through a scenically dramatic alpine region well worth visiting in its title , but it also has the additional advantage of being very accessible from Kathmandu, minimizing travel and days wasted for those that want to focus their limited time on trekking, instead of onerous bus or jeep rides.

The Langtang Valley Trek was long a popular area for hiking and ranked only behind Everest and Annapurna in terms of recognition . The tragic 2015 earthquake had a devastating economic effect on the community, with many forced to go away , yet within the intervening years many have come, the tea houses are rebuilt anew, and life has slowly returned to something resembling the past, though tourism to the world has yet to approach earlier figures. Visitors choosing to form the journey will thus not only be ready to avail themselves of 1 of Nepal’s most beautiful treks within the same manner as before, but can help support the wonderfully welcome and hospitable Tamang people of Langtang Valley as they plan to rebuild their livelihoods within the wake of the earthquake. You can hike up to Kyanjin Ri (4773m) or Cherko Ri (4984m) which offers a stunning panoramic views of the valley and surrounding mountains from the top.

You can also combine Gosaikunda Lake trek with Langtang Valley Trek. Gosaikunda Lake is a sacred lake for Hindu and Buddhist Pilgrims and carries a great religious values. Gosaikunda lake trek generally takes 4-5 days. So, trekkers generally cover Langtang and Gosaikunda trek.

Trip Facts:

Destination: Nepal

Trip Difficulty: Moderate

Style: Trekking and Tour

Transportation: Private Vehicle/Tourist Bus

Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner

Accommodation: Lodge to Lodge

Group Size: 1 to 20

Max Altitude: 3870m.

Day to Day Itinerary of the Trek

Day 01 : Welcome to Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.

Our representative will be at airport with your name card. Once you grab him you will be heartily welcomed by him putting garland on your neck which means welcome to Nepal. Then you will be driven to the hotel by car. Rest and enjoy the day around the town.

Max. Altitude: 1340m

Accommodation: Hotel

Food: Breakfast

Place: Kathmandu

Day 02 : Sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley.

Your tour guide for the day will meet you at your hotel. Your first stop will be Nepal’s most important Hindu sight, Pashupatinath. This site sits on the banks of the holy Bagmati River and is used as a cremation ground. Our next stop will be Bodhnath, the largest Buddhist stoupa in Asia. This is your chance to see some of the thousands of pilgrims who gather to walk around the dome each day. Climb up to one of the many rooftop cafes for lunch and be rewarded with a bird’s-eye view of the entire square. After lunch we turn to the medieval temples in Patan’s Durbar Square. Patan is one of 3 royal cities in the Kathmandu Valley, it’s filled with wood and stone carvings, metal statues, ornate architecture, including dozens of Buddhist and Hindu temples, and over 1200 monuments. Our last stop for the day is the Buddhist temple Swambhnath, mobbed by monkeys and soaring above the city on a hilltop, the ‘Monkey Temple’ is a fascinating, chaotic jumble of Buddhist and Hindu iconography. This is a great place to enjoy your day, so enjoy the view and maybe catch a sunset before heading back to your hotel for dinner. In the evening you will have a meeting with your trekking guide who will make sure you are prepared, explain how your trek will run and also answer any questions you may have.

Max. Altitude: 1340m

Accommodation: Hotel

Food: Breakfast

Place: Kathmandu

Day 03 : Drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi about 7 hours.

While on the road enjoy the Himalayan scenery and rural villager’s lifestyle. Take lunch in Trishuli at local restaurant. Drive ahead with landslide cliff before Dhunche then head down to Syaprubesi.

Max. Altitude: 1550m

Accommodation: Tea House

Food: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Place: Syabrubesi

Day 04 : Trek from Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel about 6 hours.

Our first trekking day, we follow the Langtang river walking through deep forest Langtang national park by observing some wild animals specially Red Panda( if you lucky you could see it) and many species of birds. Easy walk up and down, cross many suspension bridges and stop at Lama Hotel.

Max. Altitude: 2380m

Accommodation: Tea House

Food: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Place: Lama Hotel

Day 05 : Trek from Lama Hotel to Langtang village about 5 hours.

After having breakfast we head up through the dense forest. The trail is easy to walk even it is up and down. We stop for some tea or lunch at Ghoda Tabela (depends on timing). We can see the stunning view of Langtang Lirung on the way to Langtang village.

Max. Altitude: 3440m

Accommodation: Tea House

Food: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Place: Langtang Village

Day 06 : Trek from Langtang village to Kyanjin Gompa about 3 hours.

After breakfast we head to Kyanjin Gompa, our last and highest destination passing by yak pastures, some wooden bridges and the largest Mani wall (made from stone with prayer written). Once we arrive in Kyanjin Gompa have rest and lunch and hike to Kyanjin Ri (4773m) or next day.

Max. Altitude: 3870m

Accommodation: Tea House

Food: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Place: Kyanjin Gompa

Day 07 : Today is a rest day at Kyanjin Gompa.

Visit yak cheese factory, Hike to Tserko Ri (4984m) from where you can see the Langtang Glacier and roam around the Kyanjin Gompa area.

Max. Altitude: 3870m

Accommodation: Tea House

Food: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Place: Kyanjin Gompa

Day 08 : Trek from Kyanjin Gompa to Lama Hotel about 6 hours.

The trail goes all the way down hill through forest following the river. Pass through the ethnic Tamang and settlements who follow religious and cultural practices similar to the Tibetans.

Max. Altitude: 2380m

Accommodation: Tea House

Food: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Place: Lama Hotel

Day 09 : Trek from Lama Hotel to Syabrubesi about 5 hours.

After morning breakfast we head to Syabrubeshi through deep jungle where our trek ends.

Max. Altitude: 1550m

Accommodation: Tea House

Food: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Place: Syabrubesi

Day 10 : Drive from Syabrubesi to Kathmandu about 7 hours.

After arriving at Kathmandu, transfer to the hotel. Leisure and shopping time. In the evening farewell dinner at authentic Nepali restaurant with cultural program.

Max. Altitude: 1340m

Accommodation: Hotel

Food: Breakfast

Place: Kathmandu

Day 11 : Farewell day.

Our agency’s representative will greet you at your hotel and offer you a Khada (a kind of cloth which is worn on your neck). Wearing Khada means good luck and protection. Afterwards you will be taken to the airport. See you next time.