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Region : Langtang
Trip Duration : 11 Days
Max Altitude : 5150m / 16896ft
Starts at : Kathmandu
Ends At : Kathmandu
Trip Grade : Moderate
Meals : B|L|D on Trek, |B| in Kathmandu
Accommodation : Teahouse & Hotel
Transportation : Private Vehicle & Tourist Bus
Details

The Langtang Valley is well known for its abundance of natural, cultural, and historical characteristics that let tourists get a true sense of what life is like in a Nepalese hamlet. Another name for the valley is “Valley of Glaciers.” At 4,700 meters, Kyanjin Gompa is the trek’s highest point. Along the route, take in the stunning vistas of the towering mountains, pine woods, thundering mountain streams, and rocky boulders. You will learn about the old Tibetan culture and its historical significance while on this trek. The majority of the valley was wrecked by the 2015 earthquake, but thanks to COVID and the rising tourist numbers, the locals are making a comeback by extending you a warm and kind appreciation. You may take in not just the natural beauty, but also the native cuisine, fauna, birds, and butterflies. When trekking Langtang Valley, make sure to bring all the appropriate gears because you never know what the elements may have in store for you. But don’t worry; our professionals will assist you in that.

 

To get to Syabru Besi (1,460m/4,788ft), we can take a local bus or a private car.Our trek officially begins as we head towards a very famous destination in the valley i.e. Lama Hotel. Enjoying the most tranquil and serene mountainous views we cross popular Langtang Valley and reach the highest altitude of this trek Kyanjin Ri (4,700 meters). We can enjoy the most astounding views of Langtang Ri, Dorje Lakpa, Shisha Pangma, Porong Ri and many more throughout the whole journey. We expect our travelers to be physically fit and keep doing medium exercises at least 3-4 month before you join us to this ferocious adventure.

Trip Highlights
  • Also known as the "Valley of Glaciers"
  • Fascinating Mountain views
  • Unspoiled Nature with pine forests, mountain streams and wild animals
  • Taste local alcoholic beverages
  • Amazing view of the himalayas with local cuisine
  • Tibetan history and culture
  • Spectacular Mountain Monasteries
Itinerary

Day 1Arrival day in Kathmandu (1400m / 4593ft)

On your arrival, you’ll be greeted by our Airport Representative. They’ll transfer you to your accommodation and brief you about the journey ahead.

Day 2Kathmandu to Syabru Besi

On the second day of your journey, we’ll take a local bus to Syabru Besi (1,460m/4,788ft). On the trip, take in Nepal’s natural beauty and views of the countryside. You’ll spend the night at a nearby resort, and we’ll keep traveling the next day.

Day 3Syabru Besi to Lama Hotel. (5-6 hours walking)

Early in the morning, begin your walk. Today, you’ll walk for about 5 to 6 hours. Enjoy the scenic mountain views and lush surroundings as you hike. Today, you’ll be staying in Lama Hotel (2,480m/8,135ft), where the locals will greet you with a kind smile.

Day 4Lama Hotel to Langtang village. (Walking 5 hours)

The people of the lovely Langtang village (3,541m/1,1615ft), where you will climb today, will greet you with warm grins. Today’s hike will take another 5 to 6 hours. In Langtang village, where you’ll spend the night at a local lodge, take pleasure in the genuine local cuisine and culture.

Day 5Langtang village to Kyanjin Ri (4,700m/15,416ft) and back to Kyangjn Gompa. Walking 7:30 hours

We’ll get off early in the morning to hike up to Kyanjin Ri (4,700m/15,416ft), the highest point of our trek, because you’ll have a great distance to cover today. Enjoy Kyanjin Rii’s surroundings’ distinctive sceneries and mountain views. We’ll take a walk back to Kyanjin Gompa and spend the night there.

Day 6Kyanjin Gompa to Lama hotel (2,480m/8,135ft) Walking 6 hours.

From Kyanjin Gompa, you will hike back to Lama Hotel today. Today, you’ll stroll for 6–7 hours. Enjoy the scenery along the trip while spotting various creatures.

Day 7 Lama Hotel to Syabru Besi (1,460m/4,788ft) (Walking 5:30 hours).

You’ll hike today back to Syabru Besi, where you first started. Enjoy the walk’s various wildlife sightings and breathtaking mountain views. In Syabru Besi, you’ll spend the night at a neighborhood lodge.

Day 8Syabru Besi to Kathmandu

Today, we take the same route back to Kathmandu. After being escorted to a charming hotel, you can spend the evening shopping for trinkets. This wonderful journey comes to an end today, and tomorrow you’ll be returning to your home.

Day 9Final departure

Finally, the journey comes to a conclusion. Three hours before your trip, we’ll drop you off at the airport. I hope the trip was successful and you made life-long memories. We’ll meet up when you return to this quaint, stunning, and wonder-filled nation. Farewell.

Include / Excludes

Price Includes

  • Airport pick-up and drop
  • 3 nights accommodation at Apsara Boutique Hotel, Kathmandu or Similar (Breakfast Included)
  • Kathmandu - Syabrubesi - Kathmandu transfer on a local bus (private transfer option available, subject to extra costs)
  • 7 nights accommodation at Local Tea Houses during the trek (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)
  • Accompany of Licensed, English-speaking, well experienced trekking guide with salary, insurance and personal expenses covered
  • One porter for every two clients (13 Kg luggage per person)
  • A cup of tea/coffee (three times a day) and seasonal fruits after dinner on the trek
  • Attached bathrooms and hot showers wherever available
  • Trekking permit TIMS and Langtang National Park Permit for the trek
  • First-Aid box with medicines (Carried and handle by the guide)
  • All applicable government charges

Complimentaries

  • Farewell dinner at a fine restaurant in Kathmandu
  • Langtang Valley Trek Certificate of Adventure after the successful completion of the trek
  • Chlorine solution/tablets for water purification on the trek
  • Free service of borrowing Down Jacket and Sleeping bags, (rated up to - 20 degrees Celsius)
  • Arrangements for Emergency Helicopter evacuation services (paid by your Travel insurance company)

Price Excludes

  • Nepal Visa and International airfare
  • Travel Insurance (Compulsory) - must cover helicopter evacuation, medical expenses, and Trip Cancellation charges
  • Meals in Kathmandu except for breakfast and farewell dinner
  • Personal equipment and other personal expenses such as beverages, confectionaries, laundries, etc.
  • Monument Entrance fees during the sightseeing tour
  • Extra meals, extra porterage service, Wi-Fi, charging of your electronic devices, etc.
  • Tips to your guide, porters, driver and other field staff as a token of appreciation
  • Any other expenses or charges not mentioned in the 'Trip Includes' list
Departure Date
Additional Info

Passport & visa requirements

All visitors to Nepal (except Indian nationals) require an entry visa. Please make sure you have a visa to cover the entire length of your trip, including buffer days. A 30 day visa adequately covers the trip duration for most of our packages. Visa can be acquired at your local Nepalese Embassy or consulate or on arrival in Kathmandu. However, some Asian and African nationalities are required to obtain a visa in advance. It is better to obtain the visa prior to your arrival to avoid delays at the airport. The visa is valid for 6 months.

On Arrival Visa Fee:

Multiple entry 15 Days – 30 USD

Multiple entry 30 Days – 50 USD

Multiple entry 90 Days – 125 USD

Note: It is advisable to carry some cash (in US$ or other major currencies) to pay for the visa fee. Traveler’s cheques are not accepted.

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Please make sure the validity of your passport is 6 months post your arrival in Nepal. We recommend that you keep with you a photocopy of your passport separate from the original to help you in case you lose your passport. It is mandatory to carry your passport on the trek with you as it is required for internal flights.

Permits required for the Langtang Valley trek

32 would obtain all required permits for trekking on your behalf. Also, the costs of permits are already included in your package cost. No extra payment is required to obtain them. The following information has been compiled for your understanding.

To embark on a Langtang Valley trek, you need to secure two permits: a Langtang National Park entry permit and TIMS permit. However, for treks that start or end at Shivapuri or Sundarijal, near Kathmandu, additional entry fees associated with the Shivapuri-Nagarjun National Park would be applicable. The fee is NPR 1,000 for foreigners and NPR 600 for SAARC nationals.

Langtang National Park Entry Permit

The charge is NPR 3,000 for international trekkers and NPR 1,500 for SAARC nationals. Charges are per person per entry.

TIMS Card

A TIMS card fee for Group trekkers is NPR. 2,000 per person, for international trekkers while FITs are charged NPR 3,000. In the case of group trekkers from SAARC countries, the applicable fee is NPR 1,000 per person.

Accommodation on the Langtang Valley Trek

The Langtang region sustained significant damage to the tourism infrastructure following the 2015 earthquake. Most of the teahouses have been rebuilt since then. Accommodation during the trek will be mountain lodges run by local entrepreneurs. The rooms on offer generally include two single (or one double) beds with a mattress, warm blankets and pillows each, accommodating two (or up to three) persons. The rooms are reasonably decent and clean given the remoteness of the trekking regions. At some of the camps along the Langtang trail, an attached bath with a hot shower is offered. The rest of the camps, especially in small but crucial villages along the trail have common bathrooms (Lama Hotel, Ghoda Tabela, among others).

Food on the Langtang Valley Trek

The package includes one course each of breakfast, lunch and dinner with a cup of tea/coffee. Most of the teahouses on the trail (with the exception of more remote ones) offer some variety of Nepali, Oriental and Western cuisine. Breakfast options include cereals (oat porridge, muesli, cornflakes, roasted barley or wheat flour), bread (toast, sandwiches), pancakes, eggs, Tibetan bread, and chapatti (Indian-styled wheat bread). As for lunch and dinner: dal-bhat (staple Nepali food comprising a set of steamed rice, vegetable curry and lentil soup), hashbrowns, mashed potato, noodles, dumplings, spaghetti, soup, and pizza among others. Breakfast and dinner would be served at the lodge/teahouse that we overnight in. We would stop for lunch at one of the teahouses in between the day’s trek. After dinner, some fruits will be provided.

Your guide can advise you on the best diet to maintain sound health and fitness level. If you have a special dietary requirement (vegetarian, vegan, food allergies, etc.), please communicate it to your guide so that necessary arrangements can be made. Additional orders would attract extra costs payable directly to the respective lodge.

It is worth noting that some of the places on the Langtang Valley trail are deprived of regular electricity and they do not have proper refrigeration facilities. Also, the killing of animals is prohibited in the region. Therefore, it is recommended that you maintain a vegetarian diet during your trek as the meat available may not be fresh.

As transport of supplies to the mountain lodges and teahouses involve considerable manual labor and costs, trekkers are expected to be extra careful to keep wastage of food to a minimum.

Drinking Water on the Langtang Valley Trek

While on trek, please drink plenty of water to keep yourself hydrated. Dehydration while on a trek can lead to fatigue and other unpleasant experiences that can take the fun out of trekking. It is advisable to drink at least 3 to 4 liters of water a day, mostly during the daytime. Please carry a water bottle along and some water purification pills which can be bought at the shops in Thamel. You may refill your bottles at the lodge or at natural water sources. Please, only fill in places that your guide recommends as safe. Also, please make sure you purify it before drinking. If available, you can also buy bottled water at the lodges where you stay. Please note that the cost of bottled water increases as you reach higher. It may cost from USD 1 to around USD 4 per 1 liter bottle.

How often to drink water?

Drink half a liter of water as you wake up on an empty stomach. You can have another half-liter within an hour of waking up. When you start trekking, have regular sips of water in brief intervals before you experience dryness in your mouth. Your water intake while trekking should be 1.5 to 2 liters. When you feel tired, take a break and hydrate. When you reach your campsite, have a liter of water in small breaks.

Nepalese Currency for personal (extra) expenses

It is advisable for you to carry extra cash for your personal expenses. As far as possible, please carry the cash in Nepalese rupees from Kathmandu itself, so that you get a fair exchange rate. The amount of money to carry with you depends on your personal spending habits. However, we suggest you to carry cash in Nepalese rupees equivalent to USD 15 to 20 per person, per day.

Health and safety concerns while on the Langtang Valley Trek

When it comes to offering a fulfilling trek or a safe one, we tip a little in favor of safety. As you ascend higher, chances are, you may be affected by altitude sickness (also, Acute Mountain Sickness). We strictly follow certain safety guidelines that ensure a gratifying, but more importantly, safe trek for our guests. Although the Langtang Valley trek itinerary itself has been designed to allow your body to rest and acclimatization in appropriate intervals and the average walking hours have been set at a comfortable 5-7 hours a day, we do take extra precautions to avert any health issues during and after the trek. Our experienced trekking guides are also trained in ‘Mountain sickness and first aid’ and know how to prevent mountain sicknesses and also act in case of emergencies.

Pre-trek check-up

We urge you to get yourself medically examined before taking on the trekking challenge. Please make sure you are cleared by your doctor to make this trip, which involves flying, hiking and trekking. If you are given a conditional clearance or have a special medical condition (asthma and others) or allergy that may be induced in specific conditions, be sure to let us know in full detail so that we can plan accordingly.

Physical fitness

Although the trek is not technically challenging, a prior experience of altitude hike/trek is preferred. A good level of mental and physical fitness needs to be developed and maintained. It is advisable to train your body at least two months prior to the trek with cardiovascular workouts. Practice hikes with a pack of weight roughly equivalent to your actual pack would be really helpful. While on the trek, do not let your determination wither and maintain a positive attitude at all times.

Altitude Sickness on the Langtang Valley Trek

The highest that we climb in the Langtang Valley trek is 5150m ( 16896ft) at Larke La pass Altitude sickness or Acute Mountain Sickness can be triggered in high altitudes (generally higher than 2400m/7874ft) where there is less oxygen than lower altitudes. It happens when you ascend much height in a short time before your body can adjust to the change. Symptoms which take anywhere between 6 hours to a few days to develop include severe, persistent headache, coughing, pressure in the chest, shortness of breath even while at rest, dizziness, tiredness, loss of appetite and others. The illness may cause a medical emergency, especially when the condition worsens to High altitude cerebral oedema (HACE) or High altitude pulmonary oedema (HAPE).

AMS DO’s

  • Stay hydrated. Drink frequently in small quantities before the onset of common symptoms of dehydration which include thirst, dry lips, nose or mouth, headache and fatigue.
  • Make sure you eat well, ensuring at least a light meal (soup or others) when you lose your appetite which is a common occurrence in high-altitude regions.
  • Follow your guide’s instructions and monitor your body’s responses to the cold and altitude.
  • Acclimatize properly and take rest days when necessary.
  • Stay clear of smoking and alcohol consumption at all costs.
  • Avoid strenuous exercise.
  • Take a first aid kit containing medication for altitude sickness and other common illnesses.

AMS DON’Ts

  • Climbing up too high too quickly can be risky. Avoid walking at a hurried pace and do not ignore your rhythm of breathing. Slow and steady with calm breathing is the way to go.
  • Avoid overcommitting yourself which might risk altitude sickness or injury.
  • You may be tempted to wander away, especially without your guide knowing. Please avoid this.
  • Do not skip your meals.

Electricity and Charging of your devices on the Langtang Valley trek

Some of the lodges (in more remote areas) are powered by solar panels and the energy supply is limited. You may be required to pay a minimum price (USD 1 to 3 per full charge) for charging of the cell phones and other electronic devices which will be directly collected by the lodge owner.

Internet

Local mobile networks operators like Ncell and NTC offer limited coverage along the ABC trek. You can avail of a local sim for as low as NRs. 100 (less than 1 USD) with limited validity and internet data volume. On average NRs. 100 to 500 would take care of your internet usage for the duration of the trip.

Additional/Special gears for the Langtang Valley Trek

A good quality sleeping bag and down jacket would be required to withstand the drop in temperature in the high altitude on the trek. A minimum rating of -15 C (5 F) would be advisable for the gears. 32 offers the option of free borrowings of a decent quality sleeping bag and down jacket. These are rated up to -20 C (68 F). The gears are checked thoroughly for quality and cleaned after each usage. Please, let us know in advance once you have booked your trip with us to enable us to arrange one for you. Also, please remember to return them once you are back from your trek.

A pair of crampons may be necessary while on the Langtang Valley trek, especially while summiting the Tserko Ri. It is advisable to carry them since mountain weather can change abruptly and fresh snow can make walking difficult in the high terrain.

Stay with the group

Always walk in a group. The guide will try to stick around with everyone. However, there is a possibility that some people walk faster than others. If that is the case, he shall be walking in turns with the participants. The rest of the group will be accompanied by the porter/s or an assistant guide in a bigger group.

Insurance

To ensure a safe and secure trekking experience in the Himalayas, it is highly recommended to obtain travel insurance. As you embark on your journey, you may face various challenges like altitude sickness, harsh weather, accidents, and flight cancellations. By purchasing travel insurance, you will have coverage in case of any unforeseen events and enjoy a worry-free trekking adventure. Specialist travel insurance would be required to guarantee you are adequately insured. In addition to covering medical expenses and trip cancellation, please ensure that all activities and destinations in the itinerary are included in your policy, specifically mountaineering or alpinism. Coverage in the event of emergency helicopter evacuation, medical treatment and hospitalization in case of injury, or death is mandatory.

At 32, we recommend that you do your own research to select the insurance company. A valid proof of your insurance certificate should be brought along during the trek. While we don’t have any affiliations with insurance providers, we’re happy to offer advice and assistance if you need to help understand your insurance policies or to select an insurer. Please note that the insurance policy is a contract between you and the insurance company and we cannot be held responsible for any dispute between you and your insurance company. Failure to provide proof of insurance may prevent you from joining your program and you wouldn’t be eligible for a refund. Please follow this link to know more. Travel Insurance

Rescue/Evacuation situation

In an event of a rescue/evacuation situation, your guide will be handling your rescue situation in coordination with the base office. In case an evacuation situation arises, the helicopter companies are contacted immediately. However, due to recent changes in regulations, rescue helicopters can only respond to a rescue call once the Guarantee of Payment (GOP) is received from the client’s insurance company. It is therefore mandatory to carry with you a summary of your insurance policy containing the policy number and details along with the Specialty Assistance (24X7) helpline number. Please, make sure you share the insurance policy information with us before you depart for the trek.

Disclaimer (Disruption due to Weather or other unforeseen conditions, Possible change in the Langtang Valley Trek itinerary)

We do our best to ensure the above itinerary is adhered to, but cannot fully assure you of the same. The conditions in the remote Himalayan regions can be volatile, and susceptible to unforeseen weather changes and natural disasters, rendering the existing trails unsafe and may also affect the health of the trekkers. In case of any emergencies due to the afore-mentioned reasons or any other, you are requested to respect any decision that your team leader (guide) makes which is in the best interest of your safety. We humbly request for your full co-operation should such a situation arise.

Transportation on the Langtang Valley Trek

32 arranges for your transportation to the trek start and end points as part of the package services. The drive to and from Syabrubesi is on a public bus. A private car with a professional driver may be arranged for the transfers, subject to additional costs. 

Climate and Best Time to do the Langtang Valley Trek

Spring – March to May and Fall – September-end to November are the best times to do any trek in the Langtang region. The weather is expected to be at its best and the trekking conditions are favorable. The temperatures during the day range from 15°C to 20°C, while at night, they can drop to as low as -15°C. However, the climate at higher elevations is highly unpredictable, and it can get quite cold and windy. It is best to avoid the monsoon season from June to August, as the trails can be slippery and hazardous, and the views are often obscured by clouds and mist.

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