Langtang
Valley Trek
This low altitude trek through the Langtang Valley, is near
the Tibetan border.
At a maximum altitude of 3,900m, magnificent views of glaciers
and the Himalaya, this beautiful region of Langtang presents
very good value with excellent lodge accommodation and food,
also the lower altitude allows us to trek in Nepal's' Winter,
so less crowded.
The Lantang trek is one of the finest in Nepal despite being
the 3rd most popular trek in the country. This isolated area
just South of the Tibetan border offers unspoilt trekking,
spectacular landscapes and a host of impressive peaks. In
the remote Langtang valley we trek through Tamang villages
where the culture is purely Tibetan. We trek through forests
of Rhododendrons and Oak alive with birds, to emerge
in alpine landscape of soaring snowcapped peaks and
sweeping glaciers.
The
Beautiful Langtang Valley
From Kathmandu we take a bus to
the Tibetan village of Syabrubesi (1420m) and start
our trek with a great day's walk over a ridge
to the valley of the Langtang Khola. We then hike up
a lush wooded gorge where we expect to see monkeys and
birds. Emerging from the forest we start to get
glimpses of the peaks ahead and walk on past the prayer
wheel to the village of Langtang (3500m), the largest
village in the valley. Yak grazing pastures and fertile
fields of barley and buckwheat surrounds Langtang. As
we walk up the valley the mountain views become increasingly
spectacular, especially of Langtang Lirung (7245m) and
the amazing fluted peak of Gangchempo (6387m). We base
ourselves at Kyangjin Gompa for 3 nights to explore
the surrounds and the upper reaches of the valley.
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Holy Gosainkunda Lakes
We return by a different route. We trek to Lauribina. We
get exceptional views of the summit Langtang. An optional
treks to the holy lakes of Gosainkunda where thousand of pilgrims
bathe during a festival during the full moon of August. Descending
below the lakes we are greeted by the magnificent vista
of high and famous mountains from Manaslu, Peak 29 and Himalchuli
in the west, to Ganesh Himal and the Langtang mountain range
in the east.
Day to Day Itinerary (15 days)
| Day
1: |
Arrive in Nepal's
capital, Kathmandu free in the afternoon. Evening meal
of local fare and to get acquainted with the group.
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| Day
2: |
Morning: Walking tour
of Ason (an old spice market), walking through busy streets
of the capital, seeing the old Durbar ( palace )
Square. After the walking tour we will go to Kilroy's
restaurant for lunch and briefing for the whole trek.
Those who want to buy or hire equipments for the trek
can do so after lunch at the nearby trek hiring shop.
Rest of the afternoon free. Evening get together for drinks
and briefing about the next morning's departure and go
out for dinner. |
| Day
3: |
Syabru besi ( 1,400m
) takes 9-10 hours driving to reach due to bad road
conditions although only 145km North of the capital. |
| Day
4: |
Trek to Syarpa gaon
( 2,600m ) |
| Day
5: |
Trek to Ghora tabela
( 3,000m ) |
| Day
6: |
Trek to Kyanjin Gompa
(Monastery at 3,750m ) |
| Day
7: |
Excursion around the
Kyanjin region |
| Day
8: |
We explore the upper
Langtang valley |
| Day
9: |
We descend to Lama
hotel at Langtang ( 2,380m ) |
| Day
10: |
Trek to Syabru ( 2,100m
) |
| Day
11: |
We will be walking
in the wilderness for most of the day and since we wont
come across many tea houses, we will be providing packed
lunches for the ascent to Laurebina Yak ( 3,900m) |
| Day
12: |
Trek up to Gosainkunda
lake ( 4,200m ) a very holy site, optional
or relax and explore monasteries and the amazing scenery
of the Himalaya & Tibetan border. After the activities,
we will stop at Shing Gompa for the night. |
| Day
13: |
Trek down to Dhunche
( 1,950m ) and drive back to Kathmandu, about
60km (approx. 7 hours). |
| Day
14: |
Free rest day to
clean clothes, phone home, last minute shopping, see the
sights via bicycle or just relax in a pub with a good
book. |
| Day
15: |
International Departure.
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Fact Finder
| Duration: |
15
days |
| Trip
Details: |
- Experienced Nepalese guides & Leader
- Porters to carry personal gear
- Safe trekking due to low altitude
- 4 Days sightseeing in Kathmandu
- Safe food handling and hygiene on trek
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| Activities: |
Cultural, Touring,
Walking |
| Grade: |
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| Mode
of Travel: |
Private
coach |
| Group
& Staff: |
Min 2, Max
12, Responsible Adventures leader, local guides plus driver
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| Accommodation: |
Comfortable
lodges throughout 10 day trek |
| Trip
Dates: |
- 11th October - 25th October 2008
- 25th October - 8th November 2008
- 8th November - 22nd November 2008
- 22nd November - 6th December 2008
- 6th December - 20th December 2008
- 20th December - 5th January 2008
- 1st March - 15th March 2009
- 15th March - 29th March 2009
- 29th March - 12th April 2009
- 12th April - 26th April 2009
- 26th April - 10th May 2009
- 11th October - 25th October 2009
- 25th October - 8th November 2009
- 8th November - 22nd November 2009
- 22nd November - 6th December 2009
- 6th December - 20th December 2009
- 20th December – 3rd January 2010
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Land
Costs:
Local Payment |
USD $500
USD $200 |
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(Guaranteed
to run for a minimum of 2 clients ) |
Inclusions
Included:
Arrival Transfer Airport transfer to hotel day 1. 3 Star Hotel
in Kathmandu & on trek on room only basis. Fully Escorted
By Responsible Adventures trek leader, services of porters,
food for porters & crew members,insurance for
crew and porters that includes helicopter evacuation when
necessary and medical treatment,local representatives
& guides Transport by flight Pokhara. Entrance Fees Parks
fees and trekking permit included. Other entrance fees included.
Allow US$215 LOCAL PAYMENT (compulsory) payable to your tour
leader on arrival.
Not Included:
Insurance, No meals throughout the tour except for welcome
dinner, expenses of personal nature e.g. alcohol, laundry,
crew tips, International airport tax. |
