The Langtang valley is aptly called ‘the valley of glaciers’. Here, mountain rises, soaring towards the sky. The valley offers pine forest, swift mountain streams, rugged rock and snowcapped peaks, grassy downs and meadows strewn with daisies and wild primal. A variety of sights including Buddhist monasteries, a cheese factory, yaks, glaciers and mountain lakes make this trek an exciting one. This trek offers the experience of being in a typical Sherpa village and many ancient monasteries. It is a golden chance to learn about life in our villages.
You follow a rugged trail with dramatic views to the west Himal chuli (7893m) Manaslu (8156mm) and Ganesh Himal (7406m). On a clear day, even the Annapurna range can be seen rising up behind and to the north across the valley is Langtang Lirung. You pass a few huts in the high picture of Laurebina, cross a small ridge and have our first views of the holy lakes. There are about a dozen lakes in the Gosainkunda Basin, the main three being Saraswatikunda, Bhairabkunda, and Gosainkunda. According to legend, Shiva created Gosainkunda when he pierced a glacier with his trident to obtain water to quench his thirst after having swallowed a poison that threatened to destroy the world.
This trek brings you to the Langtang Valley surrounded by Himalayan Peaks. Langtang Lirung-7240m and Ganesh Himal are the highest in the region. Trek up to Kyanjingompa and excursion to Tshergo RI would acclimatize you well for further trek to Ganja La pass. The trek then turns straight south into the valley of Helambu via the Ganja La pass, which is more exciting and challenging as well.
Duration: 21 days
Starting point: DHUNCHE
Ending poin:t Kathmandu
Highest access on the trek: 5100m
Mode of trekking: Camping
Most attraction of the trek: Cultural, rich flora, remoteness, Himalayan ranges
Trekking grade: Strenuous
Best Time: Sep / Oct & March / May
Itinerary:
Day01: Arrival in Kathmandu, hotel installation
Day02: Sightseeing in Kathmandu
Day03: Drive from Kathmandu to Sundarijal (1350m.) trek to Chisapani(2195m/5hrs)
Day04: Trek from Chisopani to Kutumsang (2446m/6hrs)
Day05: Trek from Kutumsang to Tharepati Goth (3680m/5hrs)
Day06: Trek from Tharepati to Phedi(3780m/5hrs)
Day07: Trek from Phedi to Gosainkunda(4361m/6hrs)
Day08: Trek from Gosaikunda to Chandanbari (2350m/4hrs)
Day09: Trek from Chandanbari to Syabru Gaon (2210m/4hrs)
Day10:Trek from Syabru Gaon to Lama Hotel (2380m/5hrs)
Day11:Trek from Lama Hotel to Langtang (3500m/5hrs)
Day12: Trek from Langtang to Kyangjin Gompa (3800m/3hrs)
Day13: Rest at Kyangjin Gompa for excursion
Day14:Trek and climb up to Tserko Ri, back to Kyanjin (5033m/7hrs)
Day15: Trek from Kyanjing Gompa to Ngegang (4000m/5hrs)
Day16:Trek from Ngegang to Keldang (5106m/6hrs) via Ganja La (5100m.)
Day17: Trek from Keldang to Dukpu (4080m./5.30hrs)
Day18:Trek from Dukpu to Tarkeghyang (2740m/5hrs)
Day19: Trek from Tarkeghyang to Kakani (1991 m/5hrs) via Shermathang (2740 m)
Day20: Trek from Kakani to Talamarang (960 m/4hrs)
Day21: Bus drive to Kathmandu ( 5hrs)
Day22: Visit Kathmandu
Day23: departure
Per person Cost: Available on request
Cost include:
• 4 nights Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu,
• All surface transfer
• National Park entry permit
• Trekking permit,
• Accommodation in lodges during the trek,
• Food: three meals a day,
• A guide & required number of porter(s)
• Insurance and security for local staff
Cost not include:
• Personal expenses
• Insurance
• Any inter flights if applicable
• Essential equipment.
• Tip for trekking staff
• All alcoholic drinks
• Emergency evacuation by Helicopter, Alternative transportation in case of heavy rain, landslide, strike, road blockade etc