Langtang Trek

The Langtang valley and the sacred lakes of Gosainkund is a quiet and beautiful area located in the north of Kathmandu right next to Tibet and is a highly recommended destination for those who want to trek quietly in Nepal, as their routes are not too physically demanding (although now the route has a little more up and down than before the earthquake of 2015) and do not pose too many problems of altitude sickness as during the tour the overnights lodges are not too high. Moreover, this area traditionally receives far fewer hikers than the Everest or Annapurna region treks, so it is an area chosen by all those who do not like crowds.

The landscapes range from the jungles and dense forests full of wildlife, with langurs, thousands of birds and even black bears and the rare red panda (which you will hardly see) to the alpine areas and yak pastures at the foot of high, white peaks over 6000 meters, through the lakes of Gosainkund in a wild environment and filled with thousands of devotees in the August full moon festival.

The human presence, of Tamang population and, to a lesser extent, Sherpa, that we find especially at the beginning and at the end, make it also interesting at a cultural level, with a clear Buddhist presence in the whole area.

There are different tour options depending on the days available, and since the tour is in the shape of an “H”, it can also be done partially. For example, the trek could be shortened by two days eliminating the days around Kyanjin Gompa and the Gosainkund lakes, but you can also choose to do only the Langtang valley, in what would be a 7-day trek, or only the Gosainkund valley in 5 or 7 days, or other variations. As with all treks, overnight stays may vary slightly.

For more trained people and climbers, Kyanjin Gompa can be reached in just two days. And it can also be extended by coming from or going to very close to Kathmandu on the Helambu-Langtang trek, or crossing from Kyanjin Gompa to Gosainkund by remote Ganja-la, in a demanding and remote three-day overnight camping trek.

* This itinerary is designed with an arrival flight in Nepal in the morning in mind. In case the flight arrived in Kathmandu in the afternoon or evening, the schedule would be adapted.

FULL TRIP according program
 

PRICE INCLUDES
·       Welcome on arrival

·       Transfer from/to airport and to/from bus station by private vehicle

·       Private 4WD vehicle from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi and from Dunche back to Kathmandu (it can be done by bus in option)

·       3 nights with breakfast in Kathmandu

·       Accommodation in lodges/tea-houses and three meals a day during the trek according the itinerary description

·       Local English-speaking Mountain Guide during the trek

·       1 guide assistant for groups over 8 pax

·       1 porter each 2 clients

·       TIMS Trek permit card (Trekkers’ Information Management Systems)

·       Langtang National Park entrance fee

·       All government taxes and VAT

·       Wages, food and accommodation, expenses, and insurance for all staff

PRICE EXCLUDES
·       International flight from/to your origin point to/from Nepal

·       Entry Nepal VISA

·       Lunch & Dinner (except indicated)

·       Tips to staff

·       Hot and cold drinks, phone calls, internet connection or any other personal expense

·       During the trek hot showers, battery charges or any other personal expense

·       Medical and/or travel insurance. For most of our treks you must have a mountain accident insurance that works in Nepal until 5500 meters’ altitude and include helicopter rescue.

·       In general, any concept not specified in this programme, as well as any need for personal assistance in other matters out of the programme

·       No additional costs due to flight cancellations, weather conditions, road closures, etc.

In option for late returning flights on the last day, we can keep one room during the day in order you can have a shower before long flight back home.

JUST TREK with no services out of the trek itinerary in Kathmandu or Pokhara
 

PRICE INCLUDES
·       Private 4WD vehicle from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi and from Dunche back to Kathmandu (it can be done by bus in option)

·       Accommodation in lodges/tea-houses and three meals a day during the trek according the itinerary description

·       Local English-speaking Mountain Guide during the trek

·       1 guide assistant for groups over 8 pax

·       1 porter each 2 clients

·       TIMS Trek permit card (Trekkers’ Information Management Systems)

·       Langtang National Park entrance fee

·       All government taxes and VAT

·       Wages, food and accommodation, expenses, and insurance for all staff

PRICE EXCLUDES
·       International flight from/to your origin point to/from Nepal

·       Entry Nepal VISA (check information)

·       Tips to staff

·       Any service out of the trek

·       Hot and cold drinks, phone calls, internet connection or any other personal expense

·       Hot showers, battery charges or any other personal expense

·       Medical and/or travel insurance. For most of our treks you must have a mountain accident insurance that works in Nepal until 5500 meters’ altitude and include helicopter rescue.

·       In general, any concept not specified in this programme, as well as any need for personal assistance in other matters out of the programme

·       No additional costs due to flight cancellations, weather conditions, road closures, etc.

* The indicated price is the price per person in US dollars for a group of 6 travelers in full format as described in the program.
If you prefer, you can contract only the trek, from the pick-up at your accommodation to the return. Without services outside the trek.
We can customize your trip with no problem.
Contact us to request the dossier with detailed information and the complete price table and ask us any questions you may have.

INTERNATIONAL FLIGHT SCHEDULE

Programs may have to be adapted according to the schedules of your flights to Nepal. The itineraries are designed considering that the international flight arrives at Kathmandu in the morning or noon. If you arrive to Nepal afternoon or later it would be better to have a margin day before starting your trek, although it is not essential.

DO YOU WANT TO CUSTOMIZE YOUR TRIP?

Related to the trek itineraries, Kathmandu and Pokhara staying are the “minimum days recommended” to have a comfortable and safe trip and trek. But always is a good idea to add some extra day during the trek or in your days in Kathmandu or Pokhara.

Like all our tours, the itinerary can be customized and adapted to your taste, needs and preferences.

You can book the full trip or just the trek and travel on your own in Nepal.

EXPERIENCES TO NEPAL OUTSIDE THE PROGRAM

Whether for free days in Kathmandu or Pokhara, as if you want to add more days to your trip, we offer several options and extensions. With them you can add and complete activities and experiences on your trip. Some are already included in some program, but in general we prefer that you choose them on your own, if you are interested in any, depending on your tastes and way of traveling. Ask us for more information if you are interested.