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Langtang
Moderate
8 Days
Adevnture
Hotel/Trekking guest houses
2 - 15 People
March-May/Sep-Nov
Langtang valley trek is also popularly known as the valley of glaciers trek on the journey to wilderness Himalayas making it one of the wildest trekking in Nepal. Langtang is one of the closest places from Kathmandu Valley where you could get to see huge snow-capped mountains and gorgeous glaciers. Langtang valley is located only 19 miles from Kathmandu in the north. Few hours of a drive from Kathmandu will take you to the beautiful Langtang region. The whole Langtang valley is surrounded by Mount Langtang Lirung (7246m) that offers pine forest, rugged rock, swift mountain streams and snow-capped peaks.
Though Langtang Valley Trek is very close to Kathmandu, the Langtang Region is as wild as any Tibetan highlands with the peaceful rural scenery. The starting point of the trekking will be Syabrubensi. From here we will follow the Langtang River to the east until we get to Kyanjin Gompa (3,880) with the overnight stay at one of the hotels here. Heading up a gentle slope, we pass along the dramatic ridges through local villages inhabited by Tibetans, Tamang and Sherpa people. Then we will come across the lush forest of Rhododendrons and oaks. Once we arrive at Langtang valley we will find flapping prayer flags in the main tracks, brightly painted shortens and Mani walls where yak herders welcome you to the land of these high mountain people. Langtang Lirung, Langshisa, Ganja la Peaks are the center of attraction that we can see during the trek to Langtang Valley trekking trip.
Health and Experience Requirements
Virgin Nepal Trek and Expeditions Langtang valley trek is a moderate trek suitable for passionate walkers who have the ability to walk at least 4-7 hours a day with a light rucksack. In some days we might even need to walk 8 to 9 hours. Walking in higher altitudes is more physically demanding than walking in the lower altitudes; however, if we are in excellent health with average physical fitness, have a positive attitude, self confidence and strong determination, we can accomplish the trek successfully. Exercising and jogging regularly for some weeks prior to the trip is a good idea to enhance our strength and stability. Past hiking experience would be an asset but no technical skill is required for this trip. It is vital that we consult with our doctor before we decide and set up for the Langtang valley trek.
Participants with pre-existing medical conditions such as heart, lung, and blood diseases should inform Virgin Nepal Trek and Expedition before booking the trek.
A Typical Day On The Trail...At dawn, Sherpa wakes us up and offers a cup of warm tea with a smile. After freshening and finishing up our tea, we will have breakfast before setting off. At the right moment, we pack our bags and assemble in the dining hall before setting off on the day's trek. After approximately 2-3 hours of trekking we take a break for lunch somewhere on the trail. After a relaxing lunch, we typically spend around 2-3 hours or even more sometimes on the trail before reaching our stopping point. Throughout the day, we will take frequent rest breaks and take time to admire the fascinating mountain views. We further take plenty of pictures of ourselves with incredibly panoramic mountains, rivers, landscapes, prayer flags, temples, shrines, cairns, and monasteries. Once we arrive at our tea house, we take a brief rest, shower, and have a light snack with tea or coffee. If we are so inclined, we may take a short walk through the village and surrounding neighborhoods. After checking into our room we have time to read or chat with fellow trekkers or with Virgin Nepal Trek and Expedition's crew members. Following a warm dinner in a cozy dining hall our trek leader briefs us on the next day's itinerary. We give breakfast order which allows our guide to have everything ready for us for the next morning. Extra time can be spent on reading, enjoying some drinks or playing cards. Our Virgin Nepal Trek and Expedition crew members love to teach various Nepali card games as well as learning new Western games. Finally, it is off to bed for a well earned night's rest before starting all over again the next day.
Travel Insurance
It is a condition upon joining any of “Virgin Nepal Trek & Expedition” trips that all clients be insured for comprehensive expenses that might incur due to medical issues or accidents (this includes air ambulance, helicopter rescue, and treatment costs). Please note that we don't arrange or sell insurance.
Acclimatization
Virgin Nepal Trek & Expedition 'Everest Base Camp Trek' itinerary is planned with a high degree of awareness of AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness). Going up at higher altitudes too fast causes a medical condition serious enough to result in death. The higher the altitude, the less oxygen will be in the air. For example, at an altitude above 5000m, there is 50% less oxygen than at sea level. Therefore, our body needs many days to adapt to an environment with less oxygen. Our itineraries generally allow sufficient time to acclimatize. So, for a safe trek, it is absolutely essential to allow sufficient time for acclimatization. Sensible planning is therefore required to minimize the risk of AMS. Virgin Nepal Trek and Expedition (we) advises guest(s) with known heart, lungs or blood diseases to consult their doctor before traveling. Mild headaches, fever, loss of appetite or stomach disorders are symptoms of AMS.
eader(s) and Staff Arrangements
The most significant thing that makes our Everest Base Camp Trek successful, enjoyable and memorable is the skilled, experienced, courteous and helpful trek leader and the crew members with ability of operating our days in the mountain smoothly. Our trek will be led by the best and most professional leaders. All of Virgin Nepal Trek and Expedition's trekking leaders are carefully selected on the basis of their appropriate experience, leadership skills and personal aptitude. With an objective of sustaining local communities, Virgin Nepal Trek and Expedition only employs local staff who have adequate knowledge about culture, ecosystem, flora, fauna, geography, and history of their local region/s. The trek and expedition leaders have undergone the following trainings:>Intensive Wilderness First Aid>Trekking Guide Training>Eco Trekking Workshop and Adventure Meet>English Language>Conservation and Biodiversity>Rock climbing, Ice Climbing and Mountaineering (for expedition leaders)To meet “Virgin Nepal Trek & Expedition” team, check out the Our team .
Porter Care
(We) Virgin Nepal Trek & Expedition is firmly committed to porter rights. We make sure that all our porters are well treated and well paid. Further, Virgin Nepal Trek & Expedition provides the level of shelter, clothing and footwear that these harsh environments demand. Porters who become sick are treated with the same care and attention as other team members. We have previously used helicopters at company's expense to rescue porters from dangerous situations. And for the porter's sake, all trekkers keep their luggage bag weight under 15kgs/33 pounds. We support the work of the International Porter Protection Group (IPPG), making our resources available to them to help improve the working conditions of the porters.
Environmental Concerns
The Everest region is stunningly beautiful, but equally fragile. Future generations have just as much of a right to appreciate it as we do. Hence, the tourism industry has an obligation to protect and preserve it. Virgin Nepal Trek and Expedition employs a 'zero impact' policy on the natural environment and the traditional communities that live at the travelled places. We enforce a number of do's and don'ts.
Drive Kathmandu to Syabrubesi 7-8 hours walk SyabruBesi is the initial point for trekking in Langtang valley. It takes about 7 to 8 hours’ drive to cover 117 km from Kathmandu to SyabruBesi. En route, we can enjoy the scenic views of the mountain and rice terrains. SyabruBesi bazaar is crammed with lodges and hotels. We will reside for a night in any one of them.
We will depart from the main road and lower down to a camping area via the route opposite to the Hotel Village View. The trail further prolongs through the suspension bridge over Bhote Koshi and ascends to Thulo Syabru before crossing a bridge over Langtang Khola. Later the trail leads to a set of six lodges at Changtang which goes by the name of Lama Hotel where we will stay overnight.
Trek Lama Hotel to Langtang valley 6 hours walk, 3420m A short ascent up the hill will take us to the trail that opens up in Langtang valley. The valley offers the breathtaking scenery of Langtang Lirung. Later we will pass through a forest to reach the meadow where yak and the wild goats can be seen grazing. We will stay in beautiful Langtang valley overnight
Trek Langtang valley to Kyanjin Gompa 3880 m, 3 hours walk Leaving the Langtang Valley, we will clamber uphill all the way to Sindum and Yamphu. Later the route takes us through Laja Khola to arrive at a viewpoint which provides the panoramic views of Kyanjin Gompa and icefall from Lirung and Kinshung. Below the viewpoint exists Kyanjin Gompa where we will stay overnight.
Trek Kyanjin Gompa to Lama Hotel 6 hours walk After having your breakfast you start to get down, this is a day to back Lama Hotel with view of Langtang valley and different escape of mountains
Trek Lama Hotel to Syabrubesi 5 hours of walking This is a day to end your walking in the Himalaya wilderness after arriving in Syabrubesi our trekking starting point after 5 hours walk.
Drive back Syabrubesi to Kathmandu Seven hours of driving through the serpentine road enjoying the pleasant views of Majestic Mountain, cascading waterfalls, paddy fields and woods will take us to Kathmandu. We will be conveyed back to our hotel where we will enjoy the evening dinner and head towards our comforting beds.
All the transfers by private car
Full Board Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) during trekking period
Tea houses Accommodations during the trek
A government license holder guide
Porter to carry your baggage,
Food, drinks, accommodation, insurance, salary, equipment, transportation and local tax for guides and crew
Kathmandu to Syaprubeshi to Kathmandu By bus
TIMS card(Trekker’s information Management System)
All the needed Trekking Permits All government taxes, VAT and service charges, Farewell dinner prior to departure
Nepal entry visa fee, you can get a Nepal visa upon arrival at the Airport.
International Airfare/Airport tax, Kathmandu City tour Sightseeing entry fees.
Alcoholic, hot and cold drinks, hot shower, Mineral/ hot water, Desserts.
Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, sweets, snacks, beverages and bar bills, camera battery charging.
Travel Insurance (Essential – Should include emergency evacuation coverage while trekking up to 5500+ meters).
Personal trekking gears
Tips for tour/ trekking staffs and driver
Any other expenses which are not mentioned in the Price Includes section.
Extras Equipments:
All Bookings are made 45 days prior, with at least 20% of payment of the Trekking cost with additional full payment & other government charges. This will constitute acceptance by you of these Terms and Conditions. You need to submit a copy of each passport to our office via email or any others way including two photos of passport size for TIMS Card and Trekking Permit Purpose. All payments are required per person as per trip
Arrangements may be cancelled at any time but the cancellation should be communicated to us in writing. Since cancellation incurs administrative costs, we will retain any deposit paid and in addition will apply cancellation charges as follows.
Period before departure within which written cancellation is received, and sum of cancellation charge shown as a percentage of the package price:
Bus,Jeep
Langtang
Moderate
8 Days
Adevnture
Hotel/Trekking guest houses
2 - 15 People
March-May/Sep-Nov