Trek Around Himalayas and discover the hidden mountain valleys of Nepal.
Duration
16 Days
Price
$1200 $1149 USD
Max. Altitude
4610m
Level
moderate
Meals

Breakfast in Kathmandu and 3 meals during the trekking 

Accomodation

Star Hotel in Kathmandu and Tea House Lodge during the Trekking 

Starts at
Kathmandu
Ends at
Kathmandu

Trip highlights

Overview

The Langtang- Helambu Trek along the beautiful Langtang valley, holy Lake Gosainkunda (4700 m), and mesmerizing Helambu region sum up this trip. The trek starts from Syabrubesi in Rasuwa district after a 9-10 hours drive from Kathmandu. Langtang, Gosainkunda, and Helambu Trek are all about traveling through the lush forests, and charming Tamang villages and exploring beautiful natural and cultural heritages while enjoying spectacular views of Langtang ranges.

The major highlight of the trek includes roaming around Kyanjin Gompa on the laps of Mt.Langtang Lirung (7200m) and climbing the nearby small peaks such as Tserko Ri and Kyanjin Ri. From Kyanjin Gompa, the trekkers head toward the holy Lake Gosaikunda which is an important pilgrimage for both Hindus and Buddhists. This lake is believed to have divine healing powers to cure diseases when one takes a holy dip in it.

After exploring the Gosainkunda region the trekkers head to Laurebina pass crossing several lakes along the way. From Lauribina starts the mesmerizing trek to the Helambu region. Another major attraction of the trip is the holy Ama Yangri which stands at an elevation of 3800m to present breathtaking mountain views. This amazing hill presents close views of Mt.Shishapangma and Langtang ranges. After Ama Yangri, the trip continues to take the trekkers to the beautiful Helambu region where they can explore the rich cultural heritage of the Hyolmo community. The trek finally concludes with a drive to Kathmandu from Helambu.

Activities:
Nepal Trek
Grading:
moderate

Itinerary

Our representative will pick you up at the international airport and drive you to the hotel. After then you will take a meandering evening walk with your guide through Kathmandu’s heritage sites, and get acquainted with one another over dinner together.

Today you will spend the day discovering medieval Kathmandu. Venture into Pashupatinath and visit Nepal’s largest Buddhist stupa, the Boudhanath Stupa. Later afternoon you will visit the monkey temple and then stroll around the durbar squares in the evening. Overnight stay at a hotel near Thamel.

You will take an early morning 7 hours bus drive to Syabrubesi via Trisuli and Dhunche. On the way, you can see the beautiful mountain ranges of Annapurna, Manaslu, Ganesh, and Langtang. You will trek for half an hour before staying overnight in Syabrubesi.

After breakfast, you will trek to Lama Hotel along the Langtang river. Today you will mostly trek through beautiful Rhododendron and Oak forest and finally get to Lama Hotel for staying overnight.

Today along the way you can see many giant rocky mountains and waterfalls through their barren surface. You will get the first glimpse of Langtang from the green meadows of Ghoda Tabela. You will continue ascending the trek through the alpine grasslands and reach Langtang village. From there you will trek further and get to Mundu for staying overnight.

Today you will get to Kyanjin Gompa one of the prime attractions of the Langtang valley trek. During the trek, you will pass by the largest Mani wall in Nepal. After noon you will explore this holy shrine while experiencing the stunning mountain views of Langtang. You will stay overnight at Kyanjin Gompa.

You can rest today at Kyanjin Gompa or explore the Tserko Ri (5000m/16,404ft). You can trek up the moraine to see the breathtaking view of Langtang Lirung or climb Kyangjin Ri behind the town which offers amazing views of the Langtang range. You can trek up to Tserko Ri and spend the day acclimatizing on this beautiful hilltop.
You can get inspiring views of the rocky high tall rugged Himalayas. After noon you will descend down to Kyanjin Gompa for an overnight stay.

You will trek back to Lama Hotel following the Langtang river through Mundu and Ghoda Tabela. You will stay overnight at Lama Hotel.

Today you will trek up to the beautiful Rimche village through the rugged terrain. Not to mention you will stop in many tea houses taking rest and have tea. From Rimche you will continue trekking via Bamboo to the Landslide Lodge. Trekking further you will cross a bridge and reach Thulo Syabru for staying overnight.

You will continue trekking further passing by the right side of several monasteries. Today you will trek through the Garta village enjoying its unique lifestyle. Afterward, you will trek to Phulung monastery and continue to Shin monastery for staying overnight.

Today is another rewarding day of your trek as you will observe the popular Gosaikunda lake at 4380m. Your guide will tell you interesting stories about this lake relating to lord Shiva. This alpine lake situated on the top of mountains is frozen during the winter. The lake is accompanied by other beautiful lakes like Parvati Kunda, Rakhsas Taal, and nine other lakes. Thousands of Hindu pilgrims come to take bath in the Gosainkunda lake during the full moon of August. You will spend the rest of the day exploring the surrounding lakes and staying overnight in a tea house in Gosainkunda.

Today you will cross the Lauri Bina pass at 4610m. Your guide will lead you down through the glacier moraines to the Melamchi valley. You will trek passing by the Surya Kunda enjoying the magnificent landscape views. Afterward, you will get to Ghopte for staying overnight.

Today you will trek through the beautiful forest and reach Tharepati village. After then you will trek along the ridge of Soli Danda enjoying mesmerizing views of green hills and mountains. You will cross two rivers over the suspension bridge and ad get to Melamchi Gaon for staying overnight.

You will continue trekking further from Melamchi Gaon passing through the forest and getting to Ama Yangri at 3800m. You can get stunning views of mount Shishapangma and the Langtang range along the trail. Afterward, you will descend down to the alpine meadows and enter the dense rhododendron forest. Trekking further you will reach the beautiful Sherpa village in Tarke Gyang. You will stay overnight in Tarke Gyang observing the interesting cultural practices of the local people.

Today you will continue trekking through the lush rhododendron forest passing by several villages, monasteries, and farm fields. Along the trail, you can get a mesmerizing views of mont Ganesh and Jugal. You can also get a distant view of mount Everest behind the range. Trekking further you will reach the village in Semathang for staying overnight.

Today is the last day of your wilderness trek. You will trek for two hours through the beautiful villages and cultivated lands and get to the marketplace of Melamchi. From there you will take a bus drive to Kathmandu along the Kordari highway. The bus driver will be alongside the river Bhotekoshi and then cross Sunkoshi. After then the winding road will take you to Dhulikhel and Banepa. Driving further you will enter Kathmandu valley from Sanga. Rest of the day you can spend in leisure, in the evening you will be invited for a farewell dinner from the company.

Make the most of your last minutes in Kathmandu with breakfast in a bistro, a city walk, and additional trinket shopping. Your guide will meet you at your inn and drive you to the airport two hours before the scheduled flight.

Includes & Excludes

  • Airport pick up/ drop in comfortable private vehicle
  • 2 night hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
  • Kathmandu heritage city tour
  • All ground transportation in comfortable vehicle as per itinerary
  • Tea House twin sharing accommodation during the trek
  • All Meals breakfast, Lunch and dinner with tea and coffee
  • One English speaking, highly experienced trekking guide with government-license
  • Porter to carry luggage (2 trekkers : 1 porter) – their expenses including salary, food, accommodation, accident insurance, equipment
  • All necessary paperwork, Langtang national park permit
  • TIMS Fee-trekker’s management system (2 pp size photo needed)
  • Duffel bag, Down Jacket and sleeping bag only for trekking use
  • First aid medicine kit box
  • Necessary Govt. and local tax
  • Office service charge
    • Nepalese Visa fee
    • International airfare to Kathmandu and out
    • Personal Expenses, Phone call, Bar bills, WiFi internet, Battery charges, Hot shower
    • Personal trekking equipment
    • Snacks and dessert
    • Extra night accommodation and meals in city
    • Entrance fees in Kathmandu sightseeing point
    • Travel and rescue insurance
    • Tips and appreciation for trekking staff and drivers

Departure Dates for Langtang Helambu Trek 16 days - 16 days

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