It is compulsory to hire a guide for Langtang valley trek, and if you are looking to hire a professional guide for your popular trekking to the Langtang valley trek, Gosaikunda lake, Tamang heritage trail trek then we have a team of experienced guides who have been working for more than two decade already. Some of our guides are native from the Langtang region who can speak the local language and explain about cultural monasteries, buddhist religions, wildlife, flora and fauna as Langtang valley trek is in the Langtang national park.
We are a team of mountain guides who have spent over 20 years in this field,and our guide team was born and grew up in the mountain regions such as Langtang region, Annapurna region Everest region and Manaslu region. Our guides are very honest, loyal and responsible in their duties. They know how to take care their clients in the mountain. For more buildup the skills and education every offseason when is no trek we provide them the basic training such as first aid, fluntly english speaking course, wildlife and nature ,cultural training, regarding sustainable tourism many more.
Moreover, before the trip departure we organize the trip briefing meeting with guide and costomer and guide will explain to you shortly about the trek itinerary which will help you to know him or her at the first time how professional a guide he is. You can find the many guides in the markets but it is always hard to find the professional guide who have been trekking in langtang with groups and if you also considering to find the guide no doubt book with us we will arrange your trip very well with the reasonable cost.
Our professional guide for Langtang valley region trek are Chhabin Kc many years of experience, Deepak karki – 25 years of experience , Bharat Kc mountain guide who has 22 years of experience, and Nigma Lama native from Langang , Lobsang Tanang native from langtang , Raju gurung native from Langang. If you want to trek with one of our professional guides contact us any time.
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Highlights of Langtang valley trek :
Langtang valley is another popular trekking destination in Nepal for breathtaking views, after Everest base camp and annapurna base camp trek. It is located north of Kathmandu and lies in the Langtang national park, is a remarkable journey to one of the most nepalese himalayan scenery in this region. During this trek you will be offered the most breathtaking views of wonderful mountains, lush forest, beautiful landscapes, Hills, charming local people and their fascinating culture as well as their basic lifestyles.
The trek begins after a day scenic drive from kathmandu to Syabrubesi – 147 km and 6 to 7 hours drive to a small town of Tamang and Gurung people. After spent an overnight here, basically you will start to trek gradually ascending through the numbers villages such as Lama hotel, Langtang gaun and final stretch out in Kyanjin gompa. You will have extra days to explore and hike to Kyangining ri viewpoint to enjoy the glory of the himalayas of this region.
From top of the viewpoint you will see Yala peak,(alt.5700m) Gangchhempu (6400m) , Ganjala pass,(5130m) Langtang Lirung Himal (alt. 7134m) including severalls beautiful peaks. After spending a day in this nice place you will descend to Syabrubesi in a few days and drive back to kathmandu.
Moreover, Langtang valley trek is an easy/ medium category trekking route in nepal. Those people who are beginners and have only a short holiday in Nepal then the langtang valley trek is the suitable trekking route. Langtang valley trek is more about the culture and religions of Tamang and Tibetan people. During this trek you will cross many old villages, cultural monasteries, Tshorten, Mane wall, Gumpa and beautiful trains of this region.
At the beginning of the trek the trail is surrounded by lush forest of Rhododendron, Bamboo, Black oke, and after Langtang village (alt.3400m) trekkers will leave the green forest behind and rise close to the mountains. Langtang valley trek is popular for flora, fauna and wildlife as this trek lies into the one of the most popular national parks of nepal. You may always have a big chance to see wildlife such as monkeys, deer, snow leopard, Red panda and different species of brides.
Langtang village was destroyed by the earthquake on April 25, 2015 and the whole village was cleanswipe to the river as big ice broke from mountains and caused big landslides. More than 400 locals and foreigners lost their lives within 20 minutes. It was a sad tragedy as many local families were separated, and those trekkers who were here at the meantime lost their lives in this accident. It took more than 5 years to come back to normal life and already stallment new villages and rebuild tea houses. Still you can see some of the broken old houses and old monasteries, schools, and mane walls manymore.
Itinerary
Day 1: Drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi – 147 km , 5 to 6 hours. (alt. 1400 m.)
After a warm breakfast at the Hotel we will drive to Syabrubesi from Kathmandu today. Drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi is very interesting and enjoyable through the scenic mountain views, Hills, old villages ,and snowscapes. One way you can stop for lunch break , toilet break.once you reach in Syabrubesi after refreshing you can walk around the town for warmup as seating many hours in car /jeeps or bus.
Day 2: Trek from Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel, 4 to 5 hours. (alt. 2400 m.)
After breakfast, you will trek to Lama hotel in 4 to 5 hours today. Traversing through the several old Sherap , Tamang villages gradually ascend to Pahiro, where you can take short commercials and continue trekking to Bamboo for lunch another one more hour. After lunch, I continued trekking to Lama hotel, gradually ascending through the lush forests and langtang Khola.
Day 3: Trek from Lama Hotel to Langtang gaun , 4- 5 hours , (alt.3410 m )
After a warm breakfast, you will gradually ascend to Langtang gaun through the langtang national park, where you have the golden opportunity to see wildlife, flora, fauna and different species of birds. At Ghodatabela we will stop for lunch. After 2 hours of trekking from Ghodatabela you will reach the famous Langtang gaun for overnight stay. Langtang village is one of the oldest villages located at an elevation of 3400m above sea level inhabited by Tibetains and Tamang ethnic groups, where you can visit the cultural old monasteries. As tourism is the main source of back support for economics, they love to give the best hospitality and share their interesting culture and religions with tourists who want more.
Day 4: Trek from Langtang guan to Kyanjing Gumpa – 3 hours, (at 3700 m.)
Today is your short day trek as you will only trek 3-4 hours to Kyanjin gompa. The trail gradually ascends and before you reach Kyanjin you will cross a few wooden suspension bridges and be mesmerized by beautiful views of Gang Cheppu Himal, Langtang Lirung Himal and Nyakhang peak including many beautiful peaks around. Afternoon you have free time so you can visit the old cultural monastery, Yak cheese factories as it is one of the rare and famous in Kyanjin gompa and enjoy the great views of mountains from close distance.
Day 5: Exploration Day:
Today we hike to Kyangingri viewpoint at 4,700 m above ,3 to 4 hours for a magnificent view of Langtang region’s mountains and beautiful landscapes, Hills and snowscapes from close distance. After exploring the great views and reaching an elevation above 4500m from sea level with great memories of scenery you will go back to the teahouse for lunch and take a rest after a long up and down hike.
Day 6: Trek back to Lama Hotel, 6 to 7 hours, (alt. 2400 m )
After breakfast, you will descend to Lama Hotel as you are already familiar with the trail and you don’t feel hard like you were trekking up before. You will cross several villages ,and enjoy watching the mountain views crossing forests, domestic animals, Yaks and many more.
Day 7: Trek back to Syabrubesi , 4 – 5 hours (alt.1400 m)
After breakfast you will trek to Syabrubesi, you will descend mostly through the forest as well cross a few local towns before it ends.
Day 8: Drive back to Kathmandu – 147 km , 4 – 5 hours. (alt. 1300 m.)
Advantage of hiring a guide for Langtang valley trek
Safety- security : while you are trekking in the remote area of mountains safety and security is very important. When you are trekking, a professional guide provides a lot of support such as navigating the trail in remote mountains, avoiding the potential risk, and handling in the emergency situation.
Local knowledge : our guides are familiar with region and they know about trail , terrain and the best scenic spot for overnight stay and hidden gems that you can missed if you are not with the guide.
Explanation about culture of Gurung and Tamang people : when you are trekking with a guide he will explain to you many years tradistional culture, histry beautiful nature, mountains names and their heights, wildlife, and religions. This is a great opportunity for you to know about rare tamang people’s basic lifestyle and their traditional culture.
Language Barrier : guide can speak the local language and he can translate which will helps for commiunication ,interaction, which can be much easier for you to know about them specially in the remorse area of Nepal.
Langtang valley permits and trip necessary documents: when you are with the guide, we will arrange your all trip necessary permits and documents which makes for your hassle free and less stress before the trek begins. Also along the trail in the check post guide will go for check permits and make it easier for you.
Route Navigation, flexibility : begging with a professional guide in unpredictable weather can suggest a flexible itinerary and advise you of alternative options and always ensure your pace and health.
Health and altitude sickness : experienced train guides are very knowledgeable about high altitude sickness and if you receive altitude symptoms you have to tell your guide and he will suggest the best way to avoid it and get back to normal. Also a professional guide will have first aid kit bags with them and he can provide some emergency medicine including high altitude medicine.
Support the local economy : as Nepal is more dependent on tourism you provide someone with a job who has to look after his family which is a big oppertunity. Hiring a guide supports the local economy and makes it easier to leave.
Stress Reduction : guide can help logistical documents, permits are handled by the guide so you will have time to focus more on scenery and making a good trip and enjoying beautiful mountain views.
Group coordination : when you trekking in the groups guide can manage group dynamics, ensuring everyone stays together and follows the itinerary.
Best season for trekking in Langtang region:
The best season to trekking in the langtang region is every years autumn season from september, October, November and december, and spring season starting from March, April and May is the best time as the weather stay clear and most of the time sunshine days and you can see clear views of mountains, easier for navigation the trail as no raining and higher sections of the trek not snowing.
Autumn season in Nepal : autumn season start in nepal after monsoon ends so beginning of the autumn it might be still light raining and muds on the trail, but from mid of the October, November and late december is the best season for trekking to langtang region as the weather is stable and cleat, crystal weather and most of the day will be sunshine and good visibility for see the mountains and you will not missed the any views of mountains. In this season the temperature will be reliable not hot nor cold and no raning and not snowing in upper section of trek so most of the travelers love to travel in nepal in autumn seasom
Spring season In Nepal : Spring season starts in Nepal right after the end of winter season. Beginning of the season it is still chilly in the upper section of the trek and snowing, ice especially in the high pass trek, but from mid March the best weather starts with clear day, sunshine, good views of mountains with clear weather. Also the spring season is best time for blooms the flowers in himalayas including the nepal’s national flower called rhododendron.
Which will helps you to more nice scenery of combine white mountains and red, yellow, green, pinks flowers trees blooms in the side. As the temperature gets warmer in the spring season, most of the big expeditions organize in this season including Mt. Everest.
Combine autumn and spring in Nepal, autumn is a longer and more clear view season with stable weather conditions. Also the autumn season is festive season in nepal where you can see severalls festival activities and and you may also have a chance to get involved with locals for celabration. Spring season has shorter and more rough weather as it changes quickly and chances of snowing and rains and not perfect blend views as autumn. So, most of the potential travelers love to come to Nepal in the autumn season rather than the spring season.
Langtang valley trek Difficulty:
Langtang valley trek is a medium / easy category trekking route in nepal. Trekking starts at an elevation of 1400 m, and the highest point of this trek is at 4,700 m above. The trekking trails rise gradually ascending to Kyanjin gompa and on the exploration day you will steep ascending to the viewpoint from alt. 3700 m to 4700m above. After successfully reaching the last section of this trek you will return backgradual to Syabrubesi and take a bus, jeep drive back to kathmandu. However, you have to walk everyday for 5 to 6 hours and climb steep stairs and descend.
So, Physical fitness is highly recommended, from your trip starting date minimum you have to do the 3 -4 month basic exercise like running, hikes, yoga, breathing training, and do the short hike and high altitude to check your walking abilities and altitude. Which can help you to feel difficult on this trip.
If you planning to do the Langtang valley trek it might be make difficult as you have to arrange everything by yourself.
For hassle free once in a lifetime trekking for advance booking accommodation and navigating trail, prepare the trip necessary permits etc. We highly recommend the guide which will help you to make the trip more comfortable and enjoyable and avoid the difficulty of this trek.
Altitude sickness in langtang valley trek:
Acute mountain sickness (AMS) Normally starts after 2500 m above, and if you have received altitude sickness before you feel altitude you will receive the symptoms. If you follow the precaution of avoiding altitude sickness normally you don’t get altitude sickness . Here are some suggestions for avoiding altitude sickness.
Physically and Mentally preparation: when you prepared both physically and mentally from 3-4 months from your date as your buddy use to become a more stronger and tight the muscle and getting feet and fine you don’t feel harder for walk ups and down so it will be helps you to avoid it.
Walk slowly, enjoy more with scenery : From the beginning of the trek, walk slowly, not being exciting, get easier, make a more comfortable walk especially in the higher section of this trek helps you to avoid altitude sickness.
Drink more water : drinking 3 to 4 liters of water a day can help to avoid the altitude.
Not to drinks alcohal and smoke: Highly recommend you don’t drink alcohol and not smoke, especially going up. Coming down or at the end of the trip with your team you can celebrate littlebit drinks.
Hygiene food: Food is a major subject to avoid altitude sickness. Don’t eat oily, fats and meat items as they store for many months and in the mountains no refresher for keeping fresh food. So eat organic, fresh vegetables and healthy food instead of having oily and cheese foods.
Listen to your guide : as the guide is local and experienced, if you feel the altitude your guide will suggest to you the best way to avoid the altitude or alternative options if needed. You have to share with your guide if you start to receive any altitude symptoms.
Hike higher and sleep in lower : When you reach a higher section of the trek at hike a few hundred higher than spend overnight. Which will help you to feel more comfortable as you reach higher and sleep lower altitude.
Proper itinerary : when you are planning to go trekking we always suggest you make a comfortable itinerary with some extra time. When you have extra time you can use it when needed.
Langtang Valley Trek insurance
When planning your Langtang Valley trek, obtaining proper insurance is essential to ensure a safe and worry-free journey.Ensure your insurance policy covers trekking at high altitudes. The langtang Valley trek reaches elevation of up to 4,700m so your policy cover activities above this altitude. Your insurance should coverage for emergency evacuation by helicopter. This is crucial in case of some unexpected health issues or injury. Before purchasing any insurance policy, read the terms and conditions carefully to ensure it meets all your needs for the Langtang Valley trek. This preparation will help you enjoy your trekking adventure with peace of mind, knowing you are protected against situations.
Accommodation and Transportation for Langtang Valley Trek
Accommodation for the Langtang Valley Trek begins in Kathmandu,where trekkers can choose from a wide range of options, including budget guesthouses and luxury hotels, paarticularly in the Thamel. On the trek itself, teahouse are the primary form of lodging. These simple lodges, run by local families, offer basic facilities such as beds, meals and shared bathroom facilities. Most teahouses provide basic rooms with twin beds and common dining area where trekkers can enjoy local while interacting with fellow trekkers.
For transportation, the journey from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi, the starting point of the trek, can be undertaken by private jeep or public bus which takes about 7-8 hrs. Duringthe trek, For trek walking will be the mode of travel hiring a porter for carrying your heavy loads can make your trek more manageable.
Final Say:
If you’re planning to trek the Langtang Valley, hiring a professional guide is highly recommended to ensure a safe, enriching and hassle-free experience. Our team, with over 20 years of experience, includes native guide who are deeply familiar with local culture, monasteries, wildlife and flora of Langtang National Park. Guides provides a critical support in navigation trails, ensuring safety, handling permits and offering insights into the region’s unique traditions. For memorable trekking experience remember us for expert guidance, local knowledge and comprehensive support. Our experienced team will ensure your journey is safe, enjoyable allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty and rich culture of the Langtang valley.
