Langtang Valley Trek

Although the Langtang Valley is the nearest destination and can be reached by a day’s drive from the Kathmandu Valley, this area remains unknown to the bulk of trekkers and is less preferred as compared to Everest region and Annapurna region.

While many of us recognize the names Everest Base Camp Trek, Annapurna Circuit and Annapurna Base Camp Trek, few recognize the name Langtang Valley Trek.

Dominated by the Langtang Himalayas this valley trek is comparatively short but one that runs through rhododendron and bamboo forests, alongside thundering waterfalls and stunning snow-capped mountains.

The trail takes you to an altitude of 4,000 meters, and if you would like to travel higher, you’d not want to miss to ascertain the sunrise from the Tserko Ri at 5,000m.

This diverse trek introduces you to the Buddhist culture of the Tamangs and therefore the Sherpas, and therefore the ancient monastery of Kyanjin Gompa, situated near Tserko upholds this tradition. This trek offers mountain views of  Dorje Lakpa (6,990m), Langtang Ri (6,370m) and Langtang Lirung (7,245m).

The trek passes through Langtang National Park- a pristine countryside with majestic flora and fauna, yak pastures and native cheese factories! Himalayan pheasants, Himalayan deer, Himalayan bears, monkeys, and therefore the elusive lesser panda , are native to the present region.

Langtang Village was mostly affected during the April 2015 earthquake. The resilient locals have, however, been busy rebuilding and a few teahouses and lodges are rebuilt and are open. the simplest way for people to assist is to still visit this area.

For those that want to trek this off-beat track and see something completely different from many of the more touristy areas within the country, this is often an ideal trek.

Similarly, for those that are discovering Nepal for the primary time, this is often the right introduction.

Although the Langtang Valley are often reached by a day’s drive from the Kathmandu Valley, this area remains unknown to the bulk of trekkers.

While many of us recognise the names Everest Base Camp Trek, Annapurna Circuit and Annapurna Base Camp Trek, few recognise the name Langtang Valley Trek.

Dominated by the Langtang Himalayas this valley trek is comparatively short but one that runs through rhododendron and bamboo forests, alongside thundering waterfalls and stunning snow-capped mountains.

The trail takes you to an altitude of 4,000 meters, and if you would like to travel higher, you’d not want to miss to ascertain the sunrise from the Tserko Ri at 5,000m.

This diverse trek introduces you to the Buddhist culture of the Tamangs and therefore the Sherpas, and therefore the ancient monastery of Kyanjin Gompa, situated near Tserko upholds this tradition. The spectacular views on this trek include Dorje Lakpa (6,990m), Langtang Ri (6,370m) and Langtang Lirung (7,245m).

The trek passes through Langtang National Park- a pristine countryside with majestic flora and fauna, yak pastures and native cheese factories! Himalayan pheasants, Himalayan deer, Himalayan bears, monkeys, and therefore the elusive lesser panda , are native to the present region.

Langtang Village was utterly destroyed during the April 2015 earthquake. The resilient locals have, however, been busy rebuilding and a few teahouses and lodges are rebuilt and are open. the simplest way for people to assist is to still visit this area.

For those that want to trek this off-beat track and see something completely different from many of the more touristy areas within the country, this is often an ideal trek.

Similarly, for those that are discovering Nepal for the primary time, this is often the right introduction.

Highlights of the Trek

• Nearest and Easiest trek from kathmandu Valley
• Trek through the Langtang Valley, also referred to as the ‘valley of glaciers.
• Climb Tserko Ri for its stunning scenic views.
• Be amazed by the bird’s eye view of snow-capped mountains like Langtang Ri, Langtang Himal, Langsisa and Ganjala Peak.
• Experience Tibetan Buddhist culture and life first hand.
• Walkthrough spectacular rhododendron forests.
• Collect blessings at old Buddhist shrines like Langtang Gompa and Kanjanjin Gompa.
• Stay in interesting teahouses along the route.
• One of the lesser-known treks in Nepal.

Trip Facts:

Durations days – 8 days
Max. elevation – 4800 m / 15655 ft
(Kyanjing Ri)
Trek Start/Finish – Syabrubesi/Syabrubesi
Difficulty – Moderate
Accommodation – Teahouse