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8 days Lantang Valley Trek in Nepal

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Destination Lantang Region
Trip Difficulty Moderate Trip
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Duration 8 Days
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Activities Trekking
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Accommodation Hotel and Teahouse Lodge
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Max altitude 3800m
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Group Size 1-30 Pax
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Meals Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
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Highlights of 8 days Lantang Valley Trek in Nepal

  • A short and an easy trekking adventure in the Nepalese Himalayas.
  • A complete and the most popular trek in Langtang National Park for diverse nature and culture of Tamang people.
  • The Sept to mid-Dec and March to May, best time to trek to Langtang Valley in Nepal due to sunny and warm weather with outstanding views.
  • Consider a moderate to difficult-level trek starting from Kathmandu, travel by bus to Syabrubesi.
  • Trekking of an amazing blend of mountains, culture, wildlife, valley and glaciers.
  • Offering a very basic to luxury trekking package to Langtang valley.
  • The 8-day Langtang Valley Trek for all from beginners to seniors and family with kids.

Overview of 8 days Lantang Valley Trek in Nepal

8 days Langtang Valley Trek in Nepal is a short and an easy trekking in Langtang National Park of Nepal.The complete trekking adventure is famous for its biodiversity.

September to December and March to June has sunny and warm weather. Hence, we call it the best season for trekking Langtang Valley Nepal. An outstanding mountain view you will see if you trek to Langtang at this time of the year.

Known as a valley of glacier, Langtang Valley Trek is so famous for its scenery, landscapes and culture. So, it has become a favorite trek to see yaks and mountains.

The 8 days Langtang Valley Trek itinerary begins from Syabrubesi and going through beautiful forests, villages, rivers and yak pastures. An early morning hike to Kyanjin Ri peak offers remarkable mountain views with the Sunrise.

The trail is quiet and less crowded. Also, no any risk of altitude mountain sickness in 8 days Langtang trek. You walk for 5 to 6 hours in a day covering a distance of 12 to 18 km.

We travel by bus through terraces fields of paddy, corns, millet to Syabrubesi and then hike towards Langtang village and Kyanjin Gompa via Rhododendron forest, valley and glaciers. The mani stone and mani wall erects the upper Langtang valley and villages.

Outline Langtang Valley Trek 8 days Itinerary

Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu-TIA airport.
Day 02: Kathmandu to Syabru Besi (1,460m, 180km,7 hours).
Day 03: Trek to Lama Hotel (2,470m, 15km, 6 hours).
Day 04: Trek to Mundu (3,550m, 14km,6 hours).
Day 05: Trek to Kyangjin Gompa (3,800m, 12km, 4 hours).
Day 06: Rest day in Kyangjin/climb Kyangjin Ri (4,850m, 10km, 5 hours).
Day 07: Trek to Lama hotel(2470m, 18km,6 hours).
Day 08: Trek to Syabru Besi(1460m, 16km, 6 hours).
Day 09: Drive to Kathmandu(1300m,180km, 7 hours).
Day 10: Departure from Kathmandu-TIA airport.

Detail Itinerary of 8 days Lantang Valley Trek in Nepal

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Day 01: Kathmandu to Syabru Besi (1,460m, 180km,7 hours)

Leave Kathmandu early for the seven-hour journey to the Langtang Valley. The road climbs high over ridges as it leaves the Kathmandu Valley, and provides impressive views of the Annapurna Himalayas in the west, to Manaslu, Ganesh Himal and the peaks of the Langtang region ahead. We drive through the bustling town of Trisuli before climbing towards Dunche and the Langtang National Park. After the town of Dunche it is another hour downhill to Syabru Besi and your lodge for the night.

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Day 02: Trek to Lama Hotel (2,470m, 15km, 6 hours)

Today’s trail crosses the Bhote Kosi meaning ‘Tibet River’ which flows from nearby Tibet. It then gradually climbs through sub-tropical forests to join the trail from Syabru Besi, then climbing through uninhabited oak and rhododendron forests. Look out for langur monkeys in the trees. The trail through the forest up to Lama Hotel becomes steep, but the reward is a comfortable bed in a cozy lodge in the small settlement.

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Day 03: Trek to Mundu (3,550m, 14km,6 hours)

The trail continues to climb through forest, with occasional glimpses of Langtang Lirung between the trees. At Ghora Tabela (3,000 m. / 9,842 ft) the trail emerges from the forest and the mountains loom on either side of the valley. Once there was a Tibetan resettlement project here, but now it is a Nepal Army post with no permanent inhabitants. The trail continues to climb gently and the valley widens, passing a few temporary settlements used by herders who bring their livestock to graze in the high pastures during the summer. You will probably glimpse your first yak if you haven’t already.
The next part of the trail is a somber reminder of the 2015 earthquake. Where Langtang village once was, with numerous lodges, there is now only a huge rock field. Spare a thought for the Nepalis and tourists who lost their lives here, and remember that your journey here will help support the survivors.
Mundu is just half an hour’s walk further on. The old houses here are a reminder of what all the villages once looked like in this valley. Most of the lodges and homes in this area are now built in a more modern style.

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Day 04: Trek to Kyangjin Gompa (3,800m, 12km, 4 hours)

From Mundu, the trail climbs gradually through yak pastures as the valley opens out further and the views become more extensive. After crossing several small streams and moraines, the trail reaches the settlement at Kyangjin. Here there is a small monastery and a government-operated cheese factory, which is a good place to stock up for lunch and afternoon snacks. As you will arrive by lunchtime there is time to take it easy in the afternoon or explore the area. If you are feeling energetic, head up the Valley towards Langshisha Kharka to see some of the amazing views.

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Day 05: Rest day in Kyangjin/climb Kyangjin Ri (4,850m, 10km, 5 hours )

Today you can rest or explore the area. You can visit the monastery and the cheese factory, walk up the moraine to see the spectacular ice faces and tumbling glaciers of Langtang Lirung or ascend Kyangjin Ri directly behind the village, for a breath-taking panorama of the Langtang peaks.

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Day 06: Trek to Lama hotel(2470m, 18km,6 hours)

From Kyangjin retrace the route you followed up the valley, following the Langtang Khola to Mundu village and on to Ghora Tabela. The descent will certainly be faster than the ascent. After lunch, continue the steep descent to Lama Hotel.

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Day 07: Trek to Syabru Besi(1460m, 16km, 6 hours)

Continue retracing your steps to Syabru Besi, enjoying the quiet forested hills. If you are feeling fit, take the spectacular route from Rimche via Sherpa Gaon to Syabru Besi; it will take much longer to reach the ultimate destination, but it’s a stunning detour.

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Day 08: Drive to Kathmandu(1300m,180km, 7 hours)

Breakfast and get bus drive back to Kathmandu for 7 hours. The 8 days Langtang valley trek ends here. Hope, you enjoy this trek with us.

Includes / Excludes

What's Included ?

  • Airport pick and departure transfer
  • Twin sharing-Standard hotel accommodation with breakfast in Kathmandu before and after trek.
  • Bus transfer – Kathmandu/Syabrubesi/ Kathmandu
  • Twin sharing neat and clean tea houses accommodation during trek
  • 3 times meals – breakfast, lunch and dinner each day on Langtang trek
  • Trekking Permit –National Park fee and TIM’s card
  • English speaking guide and all his expenses like insurance, meals, accomodation, salary, and transportation.
  • All Government Taxes and Company service charges

What's Excluded ?

  • Private transfer by jeep and car
  • Lunch, dinner and sightseeing tour in Kathmandu
  • Any kind of drinks – coke, mineral water, hot water, tea, coffee, beer, whisky.
  • Travel insurance in case of emergency for rescue helicopter and other medication.
  • Upgrade accommodation like room with private toilet.
  • Porter for carrying backpack.
  • Expenses of personal natures like internet, telephone, WiFi, Laundry,hot shower etc
  • Tips for guide and porter
  • All the cost not mention on above cost includes.
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Note: We operate private trip everyday.

We can operate private trip for solo, group, family, students as per your requirements.

Trip Information - 8 days Lantang Valley Trek in Nepal

Langtang Trek Difficulty

The Langtang Valley Trek is much shorter than the Everest and Annapurna Trek. The altitude you will reach to 5000m in this trek. You will walk on ascends and descends trail frequently which is tiring and require body to adjust quickly. It is a good trek for beginners.

Seasons:Trek to Langtang Valley in Nepal

March to May and September to December are the best time of year trekking to Langtang.The rainy season from June to August is not a good time. During the winter(January to February) gets very cold and snow covers the higher parts of Langtang trek.

Many of the guest houses close up in winter and re-open in late February to March. However, it is possible to hike to Langtang Valley in late February and early March. It is quite beautiful with snow covered land and valley.The day is warm and night is pretty cold.You may experience some heavy snowfalls around Tserko Ri and Kayanjiri Peak, yet the route is clear.

Accommodation on Langtang Trek

Guest Houses also known as Tea Houses are available along the trail. The bed is comfortable and hot shower is possible paying an extra price.You will have common sharing toilet, bathroom and dining room.Wifi(internet) is available almost every teahouses paying an extra cost. Every teahouse restaurant offer Nepalese, Indian, Chinese and continental veg and non veg meals. The breakfast and dinner you have to eat at the teahouses lodge where you stay overnight. For lunch, we stop at some teahouse restaurant on the trail.

Passing a normal day in Langtang Trek

A typical day starts from 6 to 7 am in the morning with breakfast at teahouse dining room. After breakfast, make your bag ready and begin your day trek. After walking 3 to 4 hours, you have time for lunch at around 12:00 to 12:00 PM in the afternoon. Once lunch, you walk for 2 to 3 hours to the next teahouse lodge where you spend overnight.Chat with other trekkers in the teahouse dining and dinner at around 8:00 PM and time for bed.The day starts so early and walking will be tiring, bedtime is never late on any trek.

For lunch and dinner, you have choices of options such as Nepali dal bhat (vegetable curry, rice, and lentil soup), noodles, fried rice, soups, Tibetan bread fried macaroni with vegetables and pasta. Like lunch, you also have a wide range of options for breakfast such as eggs, toast, and porridge with tea/coffee and drinks.

The most teahouses provide electricity by solar power. So, you have to pay $3 to $5 to charge your device and power bank.

Difficulty of the trek and physical preparation

The highest point you will reach at 3800m, the Kyanjin Gomba. It is also possible, hike up to Kyanjin Ri and Tserko Ri peak at 5000m.

This is a moderate level trek and the trail is not too difficult, the number of days is quite short, and the altitude is not very high. It is nice to stay in a good health to enjoy 8-day Langtang Trek.

You may also feel altitude sickness but the chances is very low.Please keep on re-hydrated and go slowly as you hike up to Langtang valley.

Add on Trips

If you would like to add on other short trips after the Langtang Trek, Chitwan and Bardia National Park are the best. In addition, Lumbini, Kathmandu Tour, day river rafting trip, bungee jumping, Everest Mountain flight by regular plane and also the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour also also the other add on trips options.

8 days Langtang Valley Trek: Booking Process

Online booking is possible. Choose any of your trips and pay the deposit advance or the full amount of the trip by credit card or bank transfer.Then we will confirm the trek booking once we get your passport copy and the trip advance payment into our bank bank account.

Travel Insurance

Travel insurance is necessary for this trip. We are trekking in the mountains. It may happens. Please make sure that your insurance policy will cover helicopter rescue and other medication.

Tipping Culture in Nepal

It is expected in restaurants and cafes to tip 10% of the bill. Tipping your driver, porter, guide, and other staff on your trek is also normal. Please tip drivers of private vehicles separately from $1 to $5, depending on the length of the journey. Normally tips for the trekking crew are given as a group and depend on the group’s satisfaction.

Money Matter

It is nice to bring-USD 200 to 300 equivalent Nepali rupees cash with you. That you can spend to pay hot shower, charging batteries and expenses of personal nature like drinks, wifi, internet and tips.

The US dollars, Pounds, Australian Dollars, Singaporean Dollars, Malaysian Ringgit, and Euros, you can change easily in the money exchange counter in Kathmandu. It is also possible to cash out in NPR(Nepalese rupees) from ATM machine paying an charge of 500 to 600 for 35000 rupees in a time.

Minimum Age

You must be 18 to travel unaccompanied on our tour. For minors travelling with guardian over 21 years old, the minimum age is 12.

Equipment and Gear for Langtang Valley Trek

It requires good quality and appropriate equipment. Especially, a good pair of hiking boots and breathable hardshell rain jacket. We highly recommend below packing list to trek to Langtang Valley in 7 days.

Technical Clothing

  • Waterproof Jacket, breathable with hood
  • Insulated Jacket, synthetic or down
  • Soft Jacket, fleece or soft-shelled
  • Long Sleeve Shirts, light-weight, moisture-wicking fabric
  • Short Sleeve Shirts, light-weight, moisture-wicking fabric
  • Waterproof Pants, breathable (side-zipper recommended)
  • Hiking Trousers
  • Fleece Pants
  • Shorts (optional)
  • Long Underwear (moisture-wicking fabric recommended)
  • 3 Underwear, briefs (moisture-wicking fabric recommended)
  • Sport Bra (women)

Headwear

  • Brimmed Hat, for sun protection
  • Knit Hat, for warmth
  • Balaclava, for face coverage (optional)
  • Bandana (optional)

Handwear

  • Gloves, warm (waterproof recommended)
  • Glove Liners, thin, synthetic, worn under gloves for added (optional)

Footwear

  • Hiking Boots, warm, waterproof, broken-in, with spare laces
  • Trainers or Crocs, to wear at camp (optional)
  • 3 Socks, thick, wool or synthetic
  • 3 Sock Liners, tight, thin, synthetic, worn under socks to prevent blisters (optional)
  • Gaiters, waterproof (optional)

Accessories

  • Sunglasses or Goggles
  • Backpack Cover, waterproof (optional)
  • Poncho, during rainy season (optional)Water Bottle (Nalgene, 32 oz. recommended
  • Water Bladder, Camelback type (recommended)
  • Towel, lightweight, quick-dry (optional)
  • Stuff Sacks or Plastic Bags, various sizes, to keep gear dry and separate

Equipment

  • Sleeping Bag, warm, four seasons
  • Sleeping Bag Liner, for added warmth (optional)
  • Trekking Poles (recommended)
  • Head lamp, with extra batteries
  • Duffel bag, (waterproof recommended) for porters to carry your equipment.
  • Daypack, for you to carry your personal gear

Other

  • Toiletries (Option)
  • Prescriptions
  • Sunscreen
  • Lip Balm
  • Insect Repellent, containing DEET

First Aid Kit

  • Hand Sanitizer
  • Toilet Paper (To be provided)
  • Wet Wipes (recommended)
  • Snacks, light-weight, high calorie, high energy (optional)
  • Pencil and Notebook, miniature, for trip log (optional)
  • Camera, with extra batteries (optional)
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