Langtang Valley Trek

Langtang Valley Trek difficulty and terrain

The difficulty level of Langtang Valley Trek is graded as moderate. The Langtang Valley Trek route has numerous ascents and descents, along with a handful of steep and narrow ridges. You will be trekking through dense forests, meadows, and landslide-prone areas. Likewise, the trail will also involve walking on rugged and rocky paths. 

Apart from the terrain, the season you choose to trek in also affects the difficulty level of the trek. The daily walk ranges from 5 to 7 hours. Overall, anyone with good health and fitness can do Langtang Valley Trekking. You do not need previous trekking experience for this trek, which makes it a perfect option for beginner trekkers. 

Before the beginning of the trek, we suggest you focus on increasing your stamina and strengthening your core body energy. Visit the gym, go on hikes, or do other cardiovascular activities like swimming, running, and cycling. 

As Langtang Valley Trek 10 Days is a high-altitude journey, you also have to be careful of acute mountain sickness (altitude sickness). Our itinerary is enough to keep you away from it. You can check out more information about altitude sickness here.

Langtang Valley Trek altitude

The Langtang Valley Trek starts from Syabru Besi, which is situated at an elevation of 1,450 meters. And ascends to Kyanjin Gompa, situated at an elevation of 3,870 meters. You can choose between hiking to Kyanjin Ri at an elevation of 4,773 meters or returning. Overall, the Langtang Valley trek reaches a maximum altitude of 4,984 meters above sea level. Also, Langtang Valley Trek altitude sickness may cause you problems. So, be prepared.

Best time to go on Langtang Valley Trek

Trekking in spring (March to April) and autumn (October to November) makes the Langtang Valley Trek very smooth and fantastic. The above-mentioned months are the ideal time to trek in the Himalayas. You will get to see clear views of the mountains and glaciers. Likewise, the stable weather and low precipitation in spring and autumn make the journey pleasant. 

The temperature ranges between 15 °C to 5 °C. You will feel cold at night and in the morning, so do carry a few warm pieces. The climate remains moderate. Different kinds of flowers and vegetation decorate the trail in spring. Whereas in autumn, you may get to become part of the biggest Nepali festivals. 

Langtang Valley Trek permit

You will need to get the Langtang National Park Permit to trek in the Langtang region. Along with that, you will also need a TIMS Card. Both of these permits can be obtained from the Nepal Tourism Board, Kathmandu, or at the entry point in Dhunche.

• Langtang National Park entry permit cost for other countries (per person): NPR 3,000 + 13% VAT; totaling NRP 3,390, approximately USD 34
• Langtang National Park entry permit cost for SAARC countries (per person): NPR 1,500 + 13% VAT; totaling NRP 1,695, approximately USD 17
• TIMS Card cost for SAARC nationals: USD 6 + 13% VAT, per person
• TIMS Card cost for independent trekkers: USD 20 + 13% VAT, per person
• TIMS Card cost for group trekkers: USD 10 + 13% VAT, per person

*Note: We will arrange all the permits for you if you trek with us. 

Food & Accommodation during Langtang Valley Trek

Langtang Valley Trek 10 Days is a guest house trek. You will stay overnight with local families during the trek. The rooms will be simple and small, with a private or common washroom. During the Langtang Valley Trek, you will get to experience an authentic mountain lifestyle. Most of the time, rooms are given on a twin-sharing basis, so you can see two beds in the rooms. We can arrange a single room if you want.

Our package includes three meals a day: breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The meals are served as per the menu of the guest house. You can see Nepali, Indian, Tibetan, and a few Western dishes on the menu. Dal bhat, chapati, fried veggies, curries, momo, porridge, burgers, noodles, thukpa, thenduk, Tibetan Bread, toast, eggs, soup, tea, coffee, etc. are seen most of the time.

Langtang Valley trek distance

The total distance of the Langtang Valley trek is approximately 65 kilometers or 40 miles. The trek typically takes 6 days to complete, with the following daily distances:

• Day 1: Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel, 11.3 km (7 miles)
• Day 2: Lama Hotel to Langtang Village, 14.8 km (9.1 miles)
• Day 3: Langtang Village to Kyanjin Gompa (6.8 km / 4.2 miles)
• Day 4: Exploration day in Kyanjin Gompa area, optional hike to Kyanjin Ri (4,600 m): 5 km / 3.1 miles
• Day 5: Kyanjin Gompa to Lama Hotel, 21.6 km (13.4 miles)
• Day 6: Lama Hotel to Syabrubesi, 11.3 km (7 miles)

 High-Altitude Sickness

The Langtang Valley Trek is a once-in-a-lifetime memory for adventure lovers. High-altitude trekking brings many obstacles and one of them is high-altitude sickness. You need to drink water to stay hydrated, as it helps to avoid altitude sickness. If you experience any of these symptoms like nausea, fatigue, sleep disorders, or insomnia, then you are more susceptible to altitude sickness.

You need to report this to your trekking leaders and guide as soon as possible. We recommend ginger soup, as it protects you from colds and avoids altitude sickness. Bring Diamox in case you suffer from altitude sickness. If you suffer from a severe case, you will be taken to hospital via helicopter, so you must have medical insurance which will cover the helicopter rescue.

 Trekking Grade

You will reach an altitude of 5500 meters while trekking in the Langtang Valley. This trek takes you right into the mountain with rugged terrain. It is a moderate grade of trekking in the Himalayas and you have to walk more than 6 hours a day to complete the trek. Some regular exercise and practicing walking uphill and downhill will help you adapt while trekking in the Langtang region.

Weather

The weather fluctuation is more common in higher-altitude regions like Langtang Valley Trek. The peak season for Langtang Valley Trekking is in spring, which starts from mid-September to November, and in autumn, which starts from the beginning of March until the end of May. The mornings are bright and clear, while in the afternoon, you may see cloud formations. The clear, bright skies at night are perfect for star gazing with your partner.

 Transportation

We will start transporting you as soon as you step into the Kathmandu valley. At first, our representative will pick you up at Tribhuwan International Airport and drop you off at your hotel in a private bus or taxi. Then, we will visit the UNESCO site located in the Kathmandu Valley via private taxi.

We will take you to Syabrubesi, Rasuwa which takes around 5-7 hours via public bus, and return to Kathmandu similarly. If you are uncomfortable traveling by public bus, we can arrange a private jeep or bus for your comfort. For those travelers who want to explore Langtang Valley but have limited time, we can arrange a helicopter tour of the valley. 

Electricity, Telephone, and Internet

The Langtang Valley is a remote area of the Himalayas. So, only a few hotels and teahouses provide full-time service electricity, and telephone. Some hotel counters provide internet passwords to guests at an extra charge, while most of the hotels suggest enjoying nature instead of being engaged in the digital platform. They charge you an extra fee for charging your battery and mobile phone; make sure to bring your data cable. you will get non-stop facility electricity in both Langtang Village and Kyanjin Gompa

The telephone network is available in the Langtang Valley trek only if you have local SIMs like NTC and NCELL. The NTC has full network coverage in higher altitudes and you can also use the internet by buying a data pack.

Drinking Water

You can buy bottled water for drinking along the trail unless you reach the last village for the Langtang Valley Trek. We suggest you bring your bottle and refill the water of your choice in hotel and tea houses to reduce plastic waste on the trekking trail. Sometimes you have to walk in a deep forest where there are no tea houses At that time, you need to use free-flowing water for drinking, so bring iodine or water-purifying medicine for safe drinking water.

Luggage & Bathroom Facility

While trekking in the Himalayas, a porter will carry your luggage, but you must carry your backpack by yourself. The toilet and bathroom facilities in the city area come in an attached room. As soon as you start your hike, most of the tea houses have common bathrooms for all the guests but some teahouses and lodges provide rooms with attached bathrooms for an extra charge.

 Group Leader and Crew

We, Mystic Adventure Holiday, provide a certified and experienced guide along with local Sherpa staff. If we have more than 8 guests for the Langtang Valley trek, we will arrange for a porter to carry your luggage. One porter will carry the bags of 2 guests.

Trekking Equipment

All the necessary equipment and gear for trekking in the Langtang Valley are available at reasonable rates in the streets of Thamel. So, we advise you to buy the gear here, which will help you avoid extra costs for heavy luggage in the airfare.

Customize Itineraries and Trip Extensions

Langtang Valley trek itinerary can be customized, and trips can be extended further based on your preferences and fitness level. The customization of the trek itinerary means extra days for acclimatization days, side trips to nearby landmarks, and so on. 

The trip extensions include visiting the nearby villages, monasteries, or viewpoints, or even extending your trek to include other destinations. As a mystic adventure representative, we will organize, customize, and extend your trekking journey through the Himalayas. 

Tips to make the journey smooth

• Make sure to include emergency air evacuation and medical bills in the travel insurance.
• Check all the gear and clothing twice.
• Carry a solar charger or power bank for your electronic devices.
• You will need a little extra cash on hand during the trek to buy additional beverages, snacks, etc, so withdraw extra cash in Kathmandu as there is no ATM along the route.
• WiFi service or cellular network both have an unstable internet connection on the trail so don't high your hopes.
• One of the best ways to avoid altitude sickness is by keeping yourself hydrated. Drink plenty of water and other fluids.
• Become a responsible traveler and carry a reusable water bottle. You can refill drinking water on the route.
• Don't get shy and try to ignite normal conversations with locals. Who knows, they'll share some interesting stories?
• Respect the culture and practices of locals
• If you get confused about tipping, then follow this advice: USD 100 to the guide & porter, USD 5 to the tour guide, and USD 2 to the driver (for each member of the group).
• The Langtang Valley trek without a guide is not possible, according to the new rule, implemented on April 1, 2023. The Nepali government has made it mandatory for all international trekkers to have a licensed guide for hiking the Langtang Valley.
• Use the Langtang Valley Trek map for navigation.