Langtang, Gosainkunda and Helambu Trek
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Group size | 1-15 people |
Destination: | Nepal |
Duration | 11 days |
Arrival on: | Kathmandu, Nepal |
Meals: | Breakfast in Kathmandu and all meals during the trek |
Accommodation: | 3* Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu and Teahouses during the Trek |
Max-Altitude: | 5,000m/16,404ft |
Grade: | Difficult |
Departure From: | Kathmandu, Nepal |
Best Time to Travel | Spring-March to May
Autumn – September to November |
Transportation | Flight & Private Vehicle |
Overview:
The Langtang/Gosainkunda region is a collection of Sherpa valleys north from Kathmandu. The three main ethnic groups in the LNP and its buffer zone are the Tamang, Yolmo and Bhotia, each thought to have originated in Tibet. The cultures are discernible by their language, home style, dress, ornaments and customs. They follow the Bon religion, a pre-Buddhist doctrine prevalent in Tibet. The Yolmo people of the Helambu region are often referred to as the “Sherpa”. However, their language and socio-cultural set-up do not resemble the Solukhumbu Sherpa. They are rather similar to the Lamtang Bhotias and may also have migrated from the Kyirung area of Tibet. Their religion and monasteries reflect rich Buddhist traditions. It is believed that Gosaikunda is said to have been created by Lord Shiva when he thirst his trident into a mountain to draw water to cool his throat after swallowing poison.
Technical Outline:
Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu (1,345m/4,412ft)
Day 02: Drive to Syabrubesi (1,559m/5,100ft): 145 km -7hrs
Day 03: Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel (2,380m/7,830ft): 6-7 hrs
Day 04: Lama Hotel to Langtang Village (3500m/11830ft) 6hrs
Day 05: Lama Hotel to Kyangjin Gompa (3,870m/12,697 ft): 3hrs
Day 06: Rest day; explore around
Day 07: Trek Back to Lama Hotel: 6-7 hrs
Day 08: Lama Hotel to Thulo Syapbru (2,230m/7,316ft): 5-6 hrs
Day 09: Thulo Syapbru to Shin Gompa: 3-4 hrs
Day 10: Shin Gompa to Gosainkunda (4,460m/14,632ft): 5-6 hrs
Day 11: Gosainkunda to Gopte (3,440m/11,286ft): 6-7 hrs
Day 12: Gopte to Malemchigaon (2,560m/8,399ft): 6-7 hrs
Day 13: Malemchigaon to Tarke Gyang (2,590m/8,497ft): 5-7 hrs
Day 14: Tarke Gyang to Sermathang (2,610m/8,563 ft): 3-5 hrs
Day 15: Sermathang to Melamchi Pul Bazaar – Kathmandu: 3-4 hrs Trek; 2 hrs Drive
Day 16: Departure or extend for extra activities…
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Detail Itinerary:
Day01: | Arrive Kathmandu (1,345m/4,412ft)and transfer to hotel
Welcoming at TIA with garland by the representative from Caravana Himalayas Adventure and drive to hotel. Leisure day to relax and explore Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel on BB plan
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Day02: | Drive to Syabrubesi (1,559m/5,100ft): 145 km -7hrs
We have our breakfast at hotel then move for our 7-8hrs (150km) journey to Syabrubesi. We drive through black top pitch road till trishuli bazaar where we have our lunch. Road get worst as we go closer to Himalayas so get prepare for adventure drive till our destination. Still we can enjoy views of rivers, waterfalls, villages, terraced fields and lots more and if the weather is clear we can see stunning panorama of the Himalayas including Manaslu, Annapurna, Ganesh himal. We rest for the night at syabrubesi which is starting/ending point of our trekking in Langtang Region. Lunch on the way, Dinner and O/N at local lodge
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Day 03: | Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel (2,380m/7,830ft): 6-7 hrs
We start our trek after breakfast from Syabrubesi. Today our 1st day of trek path goes along the Langtang river as we ascend through oak and rhododendron forests. Our trek for the day is both ascending as well as descending as we walk towards Lama hotel. We pass by tea shops, lush forest, waterfalls, suspension bridge etc and if we’re lucky then we can witness wildlife of forest like red panda, langur monkey, wild boar, Himalayan black bear etc. Lunch on the way, Dinner and O/N at local lodge in Lama Hotel |
Day 04: | Lama Hotel to Langtang Village (3500m/11830ft) 6hrs
After breakfast we start our trek to Langtang village. The ascending trail up to our destination is accompanied by magnificent mountain view, tantalizing surrounding and cascading waterfalls. The green meadow of Ghora Tabela is an ideal place to view the breathtaking Langtang Range. During spring season the forest along the tracks are capped with rhododendrons. We rest for the night at Langtang Village.
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Day 05: | Lama Hotel to Kyangjin Gompa (3,870m/12,697 ft): 3hrs
Through small villages and pasture land, we gradually climb up the valley. The walk is pleasant and the view of snow capped mountain is awesome. Our destination Kyanjing Gompa is a small monastery situated at the backdrop of the Langtang Lirung. This place is surrounded by Himalayas from all sides and in winter its cover with thick snow. There is a government operated cheese factory where we can taste the richness of local cheese. We rest for the night at Kyanjing. Breakfast at lodge Lunch on the way, Dinner and O/N at local lodge in Kyanjing.
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Day 06: | Rest day; explore around Kyanjin Gompa
Breakfast at Lodge Full day rest and explore around There are lots of places to explore around this village. We can hike up to Kyanjin Ri (4700m/15,420ft) from where we can see panoramic view of the snow capped mountains in front of our eyes. Or we can hike up to Tserko Ri (5000m/16404ft). As we are hiking in high altitude we can feel thin air so better walk slowly and try to breathe more oxygen so we don’t suffer from altitude sickness. We can walk around surrounding hills, explore gompa, visit cheese factory etc. After walking around the surrounding hills and exploring the place we come back to Kyanjing and stay here for the night. Lunch on the way, Dinner & O/N at local lodge in Kyanjing.
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Day 07: | Trek Back to Lama Hotel: 6-7 hrs
We trace route back to Lama hotel; we leave the small village monastery crossing all small streams which we previously pass by. Along the trail, turning back we again see mesmerizing Himalayas, descending through wood, the river, valleys and numbers of waterfalls we reach Lama Hotel. Lunch on the way, Dinner and O/N at local lodge in Kyanjing. |
Day 08: | Lama Hotel to Thulo Syabru (2,230m/7,316ft): 5-6 hrs
We descend and cross the river by suspension bridge than ascend to reach thulo syabru. We trek through lush forest of pine, rhododendron, junierps, oak and also can see stunning Langtang mountain standing tall. Lunch on the way, Dinner and O/N at local lodge in Thulo Syabru.
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Day 09: | Thulo Syapbru to Shin Gompa: 3-4 hrs
After breakfast we climb to shin gompa. As we are climbing higher the view is breathtaking. We can see stunning mountains all around us and also see the Langtang Valley. Shin Gompa is beautiful small village where you can visit the local cheese factory. Lunch on the way, Dinner and O/N at local lodge in Shin Gompa
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Day 10: | Shin Gompa to Gosainkunda (4,460m/14,632ft): 5-6 hrs
As we trek further the view is more breathtaking as we climb uphill mostly. We can see the great Himalayas range of Langtang, Ganesh, Manaslu, Annapurna and many more. As we trek we pass by ponds like Bhairab kunda, Saraswati kunda. Within sometime we will reach our overnight stop Gosainkunda; a beautiful pond which is very important site of Hindus and believe that it’s created my Lord Shiva (Hindu deity). Walk around the lake and explore the place. Lunch on the way, Dinner and O/N at local lodge in Gosainkunda
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Day 11: | Gosainkunda to Gopte (3,440m/11,286ft): 6-7 hrs
We can deep our body in freezing cold water which is also known as holy bath according to Hindu religion. We have to ascend by rough trail so it’s hard day for us! While crossing Laurebina Pass (4790m) we can see many other kunda’s (pond) in our both left and right side. Then we trek uphill and downhill by vast forest of rhododendron & pine to reach our destination. Lunch on the way, Dinner and O/N at local lodge in Gosainkunda
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Day 12: | Gopte to Malemchigaon (2,560m/8,399ft): 6-7 hrs
We descend down in forested area and climb through a dry river-bed to arrive at a Kharka that is surrounded by rhododendron forest. Climbing through the forest to arrive at the village of Thare Pati and still ascending the ridge directly above the village gives you a marvelous view of the Jugal area. Cross the village and enter a forested area, again descending to Melamchi River followed by yet again climbing to the Malemchigaon (2,560m/8,399ft) for overnight. Lunch on the way, Dinner and O/N at local lodge in Gosainkunda
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Day 13: | Malemchigaon to Tarke Gyang (2,590m/8,497ft): 5-7 hrs
From the Melamchigaon gompa, the trail descends through jungle to a bamboo teashop and then drops steeply through fields to the Melamchi Khola river. After crossing the suspension bridge, the trail begins its long climb towards Tarke Gyang, which is the largest village in the Helambu region. The stone houses here are built close together with narrow alleyways separating them. The gompa of this village has a large brass prayer wheel. Breakfast at Lodge, Lunch on the way, Dinner and O/N at local lodge in Tarke Ghyang
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Day 14: | Tarke Gyang to Thimbu (1580m/5,182ft) 5-6hrs
The trail form Tarke Ghyan to Thimpu starts with a gentle drop along the east side of the valley. As we drop to the Sherpa village of Kakani we will pass through many chortens, shrines and mani walls. From Kakani we will have another descend and walk for approximately three hours before we reach Thimbu. Lunch on the way, dinner & overnight at local lodge in Thimbu Breakfast at Lodge, Lunch on the way, Dinner and O/N at local lodge in Thimbu
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Day 15: | Thimbu to Melamchi Pul Bazaar – Kathmandu: 3-4 hrs trek; 2 hrs Drive
As today is the last day of our trek we will have a short walk to Melanchi of approximately three to four hours. From Melamchi we will take a ride back to Kathmandu. We arrive at Kathmandu after out tiresome journey. We rest for a while and have our lunch at the hotel. After lunch we are free to stroll around the city and explore the nearby area or indulge in some last minute shopping. Breakfast at Lodge, Lunch on the way, Arrive at Kathmandu and transfer to hotel Evening fare well dinner at restaurant with live cultural show O/N at hotel in Kathmandu on BB plan
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Day 16: | Departure or extend for extra activities…
Free time till departure The unforgettable tour to Nepal ends today. Our representative will take us to the Airport to fly to your destination. Nepal once is not Enough, so you can plan or chitchat with our representative for your next tour to Nepal. Farewell!!
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Service Includes:
· Airport pick-up and Drop in a private vehicle. · 3 star Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu & Pokhara on Bed & Breakfast basis. · Teahouse accommodation during the trek including Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. · Welcome & farewell Dinner (with cultural Dance show). · All ground transportation on a comfortable private vehicle as per the itinerary. · Domestic flight (Kathmandu-Pokhara & Pokhara-Kathmandu) · An experienced, English-Speaking Guide or different language Speaking Guide as per the demand of the clients; government-licensed trek leader and assistant trek leader (4 trekkers: 1 assistant guide) · Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter) · Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, domestic airfare, food and accommodation. · All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (national park permit, TIMS) · Medical Kit (carried by your trek leader) · All government and local taxes.
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Service Exclude:
· Nepal Visa on arrival at Kathmandu airport USD 25.00 per person for 15 Days. · Airfare for International Flights. · Entrances of Sightseeing Spots on Kathmandu. · Lunch & Dinner in Kathmandu. · Extra personal expenses like telephone bills, Laundry service, Drinks, Tips to Guides/Driver/porters etc · Other Expenses not mentioned above. |