Trek to Langtang Valley
Langtang Valley Trek
Langtang Valley Trek Route

Langtang Valley Trek

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Langtang Valley Trek is a supreme experience of natural beauty and cultural enrichment for every trekker around the world. 

Trip at a Glance
Duration10 Days
Trip GradeModerate
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DestinationNepal
Maximum Altitude5,030 m
AccommodationHotel/Tea House
Starts/EndsKathmandu
ActivitiesTrekking
Best TimeMarch to May and September to December

Langtang Valley Trek is one of the most famous hiking routes in Nepal, among other trekking trails. It is located in the Langtang region. Unlike the famous Everest Base Camp Trek & Annapurna Base Camp Trek, Langtang Valley Trek follows relatively moderate terrain.

Langtang Valley is a part of Langtang National Park. The park is listed in the world heritage natural sites. The Langtang National Park is very famous for rare indigenous species such as Red Panda. It is also a home to humid forests and a variation of flora.

If you are nature and wildlife lover, Langtang Valley Trek is remarkable trip for you. The trek also provides an opportunity to see the incredible scenery of snow-roofed peaks of Langtang range. The views of Langtang Lirung, Ganesh Himal, Dorje Lakpa, Gang Cheenpo, Naya kangri, Yala peak, Loenpo Gang are spectacular.

The Langtang Valley Trekking is suitable for everyone and doable for children with family, couples and adults. The trek does not ask any previous trekking experience. As long as, you are physically fit and able to walk for 5-7 hours a day in high altitude terrain, you can do it.

The Major Highlights of Langtang Valley Trekking

  • Quick access to the starting point of the trek
  • Explore Langtang National Park.
  • Walk through lovely villages and get to see the lifestyle of mountain people.
  • The trail crosses suspension bridges and gorgeous waterfalls.
  • Enjoy fantastic mountain views and landscapes.
  • Come across a range of flora and fauna while passing by dense forests.
  • Numerous mani walls, chortens, prayer wheels, and stupas along the way
  • Visit the ancient Kyanjin Gompa and catch a breathtaking sunrise from Tserko Ri.

Langtang Valley Route Overview

The Langtang Valley Trek starts upon your arrival at Kathmandu Airport. We pick you up and arrange all the necessary documentation for the trip before you leave Kathmandu. You drive to Syabru Besi, the starting point of the trek. You'll walk through dense rhododendrons and bamboo forests to alpine meadows to reach Kyanjin Gompa.

On the first day of your hike to Langtang Valley, you'll follow the Langtang river, pass Bamboo to reach Lama Hotel. The trail to Lama Hotel from Syabru Besi is not very good, so you have to be careful on the hike. You'll have to walk on narrow trail and sometimes on the landslide sections where the small moving rocks make hard to pass.

Following day, you'll continue your journey to reach Langtang village. The trail offers the excellent views of the mountains. If you are lucky, you can see the musk deer and red panda while walking through the forest. Langtang is the village which is hugely destroyed in the earthquake, 2015.

After morning breakfast at Langtang Village, you'll walk and pass mani walls and Chortens to reach Kyanjin village. Today is the easiest day of Trekking to Langtang Valley. You can explore the centuries-old Monastery, called Kyanjin Gompa in the afternoon as acclimatize hike. Visiting Cheese Factory in the town is extra activities.

Following day, you'll hike Tserko Ri (5,030m) in the early morning with a packed lunch. The hike to Tserko Ri is challenging because it is climbing and takes 6-7 hours round-trip. You will be rewarded with breathtaking views of the Langtang range and surrounding peaks with their greenery. Then, you'll trace the same trail to Syabru Besi and catch a bus to Kathmandu.

Langtang Valley Trekking Package and Cost for 2025

We are a local-based trekking agency in Nepal with many years of trekking experience in the Himalayas. So there is no commission to pay anyone. We have made the best itinerary for the Langtang Valley Trek Package 2025 to explore the Langtang region. Our itinerary covers what you can expect from Langtang Trek.

We have offered the best price and guaranteed departure for the Langtang Valley Trekking Package 2025. If you are travelling in a group, we offer group discounted price for Langtang Trek. You'll get USD 60 to USD 120 per person discount, vary on size of the group.

Our Langtang Trek package 2025 covers the accommodation in Kathmandu and complementry pick-up and drop-off. It also includes the necessary permit for the trek in Langtang, your meals and accommodation in the trek. A highly experienced trekking guide and require porters will be assigned too. Our professional team and friendly trekking guide put in their effort to make the journey mesmerizing and hassle-free.

Itinerary

This is our standard and recommended Langtang Valley Trek Itinerary.

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You will meet one of our teams at the Kathmandu airport on your arrival. They will be outside the arrival terminal with your name. After a warm welcome, they will take you to the hotel and assist with check-in. You meet one of our managers in the evening. He will brief the program in detail and reach for your needs. Settle the payment and other formalities, introduce your trekking guide and let him help you to check your belongings. 

Accommodation: Hotel

Your trekking guide meet you at the hotel in the morning. Then you drive to Syabru Besi by local express bus. It is 7-8 hours drive. The drive offers captivating views of mountains, terraced fields, and small villages. You reach Syabru Besi passing Dhunche. Dhunche is headquartered where your permits will be checked. 

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinnerAccommodation: Tea House

The trek begins today. After your breakfast, you walk alongside the Langtang River. You will be ascending through lush forests and terraced fields. The trail goes through remote villages and reaches Rimche (2,400 m). Further, walking by dense bamboo forests, you walk along the bank of Langtang River to reach Lama Hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinnerAccommodation: Tea House

Today you start a trek with a short climb to the ridge. You walk through a dense forest of rhododendrons and oaks. The trail mostly ascends through dense forests to reach Ghoda Tabela (3,030 m). From here, you walk through passing water mills, mani walls and chortens, and prayer wheels to reach Langtang village.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinnerAccommodation: Tea House

Today is one of the easy trekking days of the Langtang Valley trek. It is short and pleasant walking day. The trail mostly leads gradually to the Kyanjin Gompa Village. You pass small plateaus, yak pastures, mani walls, meadows, and remote settlement areas to reach Kyanjin village. There is an ancient and century-old monastery in Kyanjin Village, it is called Kyanjin Gompa. After lunch, you can visit the monastery, cheese factory and the Kyanjin village in the afternoon. 

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinnerAccommodation: Tea House

Today is a tough hiking day. You wake up early in the morning to hike to Tserko Ri to witness a glorious sunrise along with breathtaking views of the mountains like Langtang Lirung, Langtang II, Ganesh Himal, Mt. Kang Guru etc. We will also visit a local cheese factory. You hike Tserko Ri with a packed lunch and enough water. The hike is around 6-7 hours and it is a steep climb. 

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinnerAccommodation: Tea House

For the next two days, you are going to retrace the route and descend to the point from where you started the journey. From Kyanjin Gompa, you trek down the same route to Lama Hotel via Langtang village and Ghoda Tabela.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinnerAccommodation: Tea House

Today is the last day of the trek, so enjoy as much as you can. It will be an easy downhill walk to Syabrubesi although there is some steep climbing section too. Further, the route descends through lush bamboo forests and birch to the beautiful river valley.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinnerAccommodation: Tea House

Today you drive back to Kathmandu. It's your last day in Kathmandu, so spend the rest of the day doing things you want to do. 

Meals: Breakfast and lunchAccommodation: Hotel

Today we say goodbye to you until your next trip to Nepal. Our team will assist with check out and drop you off at the airport.

Meals: Breakfast
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Cost Includes
  • All grounded transportation as per the program.
  • Two nights' accommodation in Kathmandu, including breakfast.
  • Your three-time meals (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) and accommodations during the trekking.
  • A highly experienced, well-trained government license holder, English-speaking trekking guide.
  • Required porters and their expenses (1 porter between 2 trekkers). Porter is not included for solo trekker. 
  • Langtang National Park permit.
  • TIMS card (Trekkers information management system). Please bring two passport-size photos. 
  • Langtang Valley Trekking map.
  • Nepal Gateway Trekking Company T-shirt.
  • First Aid kit.
  • Fresh local fruits.
  • All government taxes.
  • Office service charges. 
Cost Excludes
  • Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu.
  • Travel insurance.
  • International flight tickets to and from Kathmandu.
  • Nepal entry visa fee.
  • Your first aid kit, equipment and items of a personal nature.
  • All kinds of drinks (Water/Coke/alcoholic beverages and hot drinks).
  • Tips for trekking staff and drivers. (Tipping is expected).
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Langtang Valley Trek
Langtang Valley Trek
Good To Know

What do you see in Langtang Valley Trekking?

The trail to Langtang Valley leads through gorgeous scenery of terraced slopes and dense rhododendron forests. It also passes bamboo forests with alpine pastures sprinkled amidst them. You'll see glacial rivers, waterfalls, and the majestic Langtang range, including Langtang Lirung (7,227m) and Ganesh Himal (7,422m).

The 10-day Langtang Valley Trekking offers gorgeous panoramas of huge glaciers and lovely waterfalls. Along the route, you can see Langtang Lirung (7,234 m), Ganesh Himal (7,422 m), Dorje Lhakpa, Yapa Peak and numerous others.

The highest point during the Langtang Trek is Tserko Ri (5,030 m). From this point on, the scenery will steal your heart. Every village will bring you a distinct landscape.

The Langtang Trek area is inhabited by Tamang and Tibetans who are migrated long time ago. Tamang is one of the major ethnic groups in Nepal. During the trekking route, you have a chance to interact with the locals and their livelihood in traditional villages. You can learn their cultures, customs, and lifestyles.

The trekking to Langtang Valley passes through Langtang National Park. The Park is a habitat for a wide range of wildlife, including red pandas, Himalayan thars, and langur monkeys.

When is the best time for the Langtang Valley Trek?

Spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) are the best times for Langtang Valley Trek. The weather is clear for the views, and the trails are also less influenced by rainfall and snow.

How difficult is the Langtang Valley Trekking Route?

The Langtang Valley Trekking Route is moderate trekking trails in the Himalayas of Nepal. The trail has ascents and descents. You'll have to walk on steep and rocky sections, too. Climbing Tserko Ri is the toughest part of this trek.

The most important thing is, you will be trekking in a remote area without modern comforts and limited facilities. These things also make the trek to Langtang valley difficult.

Do I need training for Trekking to Langtang Valley?

You do not have to do anything in particular to prepare for 10 days of Langtang Valley Trekking. Any individual can go on the Langtang trek if he or she is in good shape. This trek is friendly for beginners and perfect for new trekkers to test their strength in the Himalayas.

The trek demands a long walk, 5 to 7 hours daily. So, we advise you to work on your stamina and core-body strength before the journey begins. You can regularly do long-distance walking, running, cycling, and swimming at home. In addition to these, you can also do homework in the gym to get more fitness and a better shape for your body.

Travel Tips 

Accommodation: You will stay overnight in a lodge or teahouse. The rooms offer basic facilities, twin-sharing beds, and a private or common washroom.

Food: There are many food options, including Western dishes. The tastiest and most filling one is Dal Bhat. It is traditional meal of Nepal, served with boil steam rice, lentil soup, seasonal vegetables and pickle.

ATM: There is no ATM on the Langtang Valley Trekking route, therefore get cash in Kathmandu.

Charging: You can change your electricity device along the trail. We highly recommend you carry extra batteries and a solar charger.

Luggage: The duffel bag is the main piece of luggage during the trek. Our porters carry duffel bag. Oner porter carries two duffel bags.

Personal Expenses: The snacks, deserts, drinks, internet, charging and shopping are your personal expenses. You can estimate around USD 12 to USD 15 per day on the trail for these expenses.

Travel Insurance: Travel is compulsory for Langtang Valley Trek. Please, make sure it covers emergency helicopter service and medication if needed.

Tipping: If you are happy with your trekking crew, then all the team members can contribute around 10% of your trip cost. After collection, you can split it between the guide and porters.

FAQs

Langtang region is situated north of Kathmandu in Nepal. The region has a border with Tibet and is dominated by the Langtang Himalayas.

The Langtang Glacier is approximately 36 km long. The glacier extends from 4,700 meters to 8,000 meters.

Yes, the Langtang trek is safe to do. Our well-made itinerary keeps you away from altitude sickness, and professional crew members support you during the trek.

Trekking in the Langtang region is known for its dense forests of cedar and numerous flowers. The close views of the giant Himalayan mountains and huge glaciers are other things to look forward to. Likewise, the trekkers get to see the cultural heritage of the locals; Tamangs & Sherpas.

Our Langtang Trek is 10 days long. You can also extend the trek to GOsaikunda Lake or Helambu if you wish. Likewise, we can also make a tailor Langtang itinerary for you.

Yes, Langtang is open for trekking. We have opened our booking for the Langtang Trek 2024/2025 peak trekking season.

To reach Langtang from Kathmandu, you have to take a bus ride from Machhapokhari (bus station in Kathmandu) to Syabrubesi. From here, you will begin trekking towards the Langtang village.

No, you do not need a guide for the Langtang trek. However, if you are a new trekker, we recommend getting a guide because it makes the journey easy and more pleasant for you. You will learn a lot about the locals and the guide will help you reserve accommodation. At the same time, you are also offering an employment opportunity.

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