TREK LANGTANG HELAMBU

Tibetan Valley, holy lakes, and Sherpa villages

A moderately difficult trek, in a wild area yet close to Kathmandu. Surrounded by less-known summits, in a splendid alpine nature, the region has remained authentic. From Syabru Besi, we first reach the high Langtang glacial valley between Sherpas villages and monasteries like Kyanjin Gompa. And after a few days of acclimatization at the foot of many peaks over 7000 m., including the Langshisa Ri, we leave for the sacred lake of Gosainkunda at more than 4000 m. high. It is a Hindu pilgrimage place dedicated to Lord Shiva, located under Langtang Lirung (7245 m.) and a dazzling mountain cirque. After crossing the Laurebina Pass (4600 m.), the highest point of the trek, the landscape changes during our descent to Helambu. It turns into lush countryside, with small monasteries, chortens and prayer flags serving as landmarks. We stop among the terraced crops and rhododendron and juniper forests.

HIGHLIGHTS:

- Beautiful views of the Himalayan Range, Langtang, Ganesh Himal, etc.
- Walking through many Tamang, Sherpa, Brahman and Newari villages
- An authentic trek with 3 distinct zones in a less traveled area.
- The holy lake of Gosainkunda, known for its annual festival during Janai Purnima

Itinerary

Level of Trek: Moderate
Best Period: March - May & September - November
Duration: 15 Days
Number of walking days: 13
Highest Altitude: 4773 Meters
Accomodation: Hotel in Kathmandu & Lodge during trek

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Day

1ARRIVAL IN KATHMANDU

Airport pick-up, transfer to hotel and check-in.
- Accommodation: Hotel

2KATHMANDU - SYABRU BESI

Drive to Syabru Besi (1450 m.) by bus.
- Transportation: Microbus
- Accommodation: Lodge

3SYABRU BESI - LAMA HOTEL

We start the ascent to Bamboo. From there, we continue to Lama Hotel.
- Ascent: + 1300 m.
- Descent: - 300 m.
- Hours of walking: 6
- Accommodation: Lodge

4LAMA HOTEL - MUNDU (3 541M)

We continue our walk through a beautiful forest to Mundu, after the ruins of the village of Langtang. Not far from here, from Ghore Tabela, we could admire impressive views of Langtang II and Langtang Ri.
- Ascent: + 1100 m.
- Hours of walking: 5.5
- Accommodation: Lodge

5MUNDU - KYANJIN GOMPA (3 900M)

We start a short but beautiful day of walking to reach Kyanjin Gompa, the last village of Langtang. We are at the foot of the Langtang Peaks. In the afternoon, we enjoy a walk to Kyanjin Ri.
- Ascent: + 360 m.
- Hours of walking: 3.5
- Highest altitude: 3900 m.
- Accommodation: Lodge

6KYANJIN GOMPA

A day of rest in Kyanjin Gompa. Trip to Langhisa Kharka or Kyanji Ri.
- Accommodation: Lodge

7KYANJIN GOMPA - LAMA HOTEL

Way back down to Lama Hotel where we spend the night.
- Ascent: + 1300 m.
- Descent: - 300 m.
- Hours of walking: 6
- Accommodation: Lodge

8LAMA HOTEL - THULO SYABRU (2 200M)

We continue the descent to the village of Pairo Thaplo. From there, we go up to the village of Thulo Syabru, one of the most beautiful Tamang villages.
- Ascent: + 400 m.
- Descent: - 580 m.
- Hours of walking: 5.5
- Accommodation: Lodge

9THULO SYABRU - SIN GOMPA (3 330M)

From Thulo Syabru, we start a beautiful ascent walking through traditional villages to reach Sin Gompa.
- Ascent: + 1300 m.
- Hours of walking: 5
- Accommodation: Lodge

10SIN GOMPA - GOSAIKUNDA LAKE (4 381M)

We ascend to a small pass from where we can enjoy amazing views of Ganesh Himal, Manaslu and the famous Annapurna range. We continue in the sumptuous scenery to reach the holy Gosainkunda Lake where we spend the night.
- Ascent: + 1100 m.
- Hours of walking: 6.5
- Accommodation: Lodge

11GOSAIKUNDA LAKE - GOPTE (3 430M)

We ascend to the Gosainkunda Pass (4600 m.) and descend through a pleasant path to Gopte (3430 m), a small village.
- Ascent: + 500 m.
- Descent: - 1200 m.
- Hours of walking: 5
- Accommodation: Lodge

12GOPTE - KUTUMSANG (2 471M)

We walk through Tharepati to reach the Helambu region. Views of the Himalayan range and Sherpa villages are stunning. During our hike, we will walk across superb rhododendron forests. We spend the night in Kutumsang.
- Ascent: + 350 m.
- Descent: - 1000 m.
- Hours of walking: 5.5
- Accommodation: Lodge

13KUTUMSANG – CHISOPANI (2 160M)

We walk on a ridge from where we can admire two valleys as well as the Himalayan Range. We cross the Sherpa villages of Ghul Bhanjyang and Chipling before descending to Pati Bhanjyang and then climbing to reach Chisopani.
- Ascent: + 900 m
- Descent: - 1200 m
- Hours of walking: 6 - 7
- Accommodation: Lodge

14CHISOPANI - SUNDARIJAL (1 400M) - KATHMANDU - SIGHTSEEING

We cross the last pass of Borlang Bhanjyang (2430 m.). Then, we reach the Kathmandu Valley through the Shivapuri Park and a beautiful rhododendron forest to Sundarijal. Drive to Kathmandu (45 min). On the way, we visit Bouddhanath, the oldest stupa in the Kathmandu Valley. It is surrounded by more than 30 Tibetan monasteries! Then, we visit Pashupatinath, a Hindu site dating back to the 12th century. It is a place of cremation dedicated to Lord Shiva where the pilgrims come to bathe in the holy Bagmati river to purify themselves.
- Ascent: + 300 m.
- Descent: - 1000 m.
- Hours of walking: 2.5
- Accommodation: Hotel

15DEPARTURE

Transfer to airport for return flight.
End of our services.

What's included

- Transfer Kathmandu – Syabru Besi by jeep or private bus
- Transfer at arrival and for departure
- Pick up in Sundarijal by private vehicle
- 2 nights in Hotel Holy Himalaya or similar on a B&B basis in Kathmandu
- Full board while trekking as per itinerary
- English-speaking trekking guide. Assistants and porters for the entire trek.
- Staff insurance
- Carrying baggage up to 13 kg / person during the trek
- Trekking permits: TIMS card, entrance to Langtang and Shivapuri National Parks.

What's not included

- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
- Carrying baggage above 13 kg/ person
- Visa for Nepal to obtain at the airport (25 $ + photos)
- Site entrance in the Kathmandu Valley
- International flight
- Compulsory repatriation insurance
- Tips, personal expenses and equipment, drinks, hot showers, charging batteries during the treks, etc.