Langtang Helambu Trekking -15 Days

Langtang  Helambu Gosaikunda combines the remote and spectacular valley of Langtang, with the high mountain lakes at Gosaikunda. You can visit the beautiful Langtang National park and then trek to the end of the valley to view the wonderful mountains views.

Trip Highlights

  • An adventurous trek in the Langtang region that also explore the Tamang Heritage trail and extends to the Helambu region
  • The trail goes through the forests of rhododendron, bamboo, oak, pine, etc
  • Overnight stay at beautiful villages resided by Sherpas & Tamangs
  • Get to see the daily lifestyle and culture of the locals
  • Come across lovely waterfalls, meadows and diverse flora & fauna while trekking
  • Visit ancient Kyanjin Gompa and cross Lauribinayak pass
  • Trek to holy Gosaikunda Lake and meet the indigenous group called Hyolmos
  • Enjoy breathtaking sceneries, stunning glaciers, and snowy mountains views throughout the trek

Overview

Langtang  Helambu Gosaikunda combines the remote and spectacular valley of Langtang, with the high mountain lakes at Gosaikunda. You can visit the beautiful Langtang National park and then trek to the end of the valley to view the wonderful mountains views. Following the Trishuli River north out of Kathmandu, you travel through Trishuli Bazaar and Dhunche to Syabrubesi, a Sherpa village located at the very edge of the Langtang National Park. You then swing east into the Langtang valley, crossing the river several times as you travel up along a gorge-like, lower section of the valley. You pass through oak and rhododendron forests and even cross glacial moraine on your way to the Tamang village of Langtang & Helambu Valley.

Itinerary

Arrival in Kathmandu and Transfer to Hotel. Briefing for trekking by our tour Manager.

We will start the trip by traveling to Syabrubesi from Kathmandu. We will go on the local bus through the Pasang Lhamu Highway and the Trishuli Dhunche Highway, viewing the Trishuli river basin, huts, terraced fields, and brick homes along the road. We will travel upward to Dhunche before reaching Syabrubesi.

Duration: 7-8 hrs
Altitude Different: 1460m.|4790ft.

Today is the beginning of the Langtang trip. We will follow the pathway close to the Bhote Koshi River. The path also ascends through a lush forest. The national bird of Nepal, the Himalayan Monal, can be encountered during our trek. Rhododendron trees with different colored flowers widely dispersed can be seen. We will reach Sherpa Gaun by strolling up these lovely paths.

Duration: 6-7 hrs
Altitude Different: 2563m.|8406ft

After breakfast, we will head to Langtang Valley, the hidden gem of the Langtang region. While strolling within the limits of Langtang National Park, we will get a glimpse of the incredible local fauna. As we reach the breathtaking majesty of Langtang, we experience nature's beauty in its purest form. The woodland stroll will take us through Ghodatabela. After gradually rising through the little settlements, you will eventually arrive at Thyangsyapu.

Duration: 6 – 7 hrs
Altitude Different: 3140m.|10299ft.

After breakfast, we will move toward Kyanjin Gompa, taking in the beautiful surroundings and the thick forest beyond. On our route to Mundu, we will stop at the traditional Buddhist Monastery, which was affected by an earthquake in April 2015. The place we are going is one of the highlights of the Langtang Trek as we travel the Kyanjin Gompa. We will appreciate everything about this monastery. The area around the monastery is peaceful. Outside the monastery, there is a fantastic ambiance and a breathtaking view of mountain ranges.

Duration: 4 – 5 hrs
Altitude Different: 3870m.|12696ft.

Today is a good day to unwind, explore, or become acclimated. We get the whole day to discover the landscape around Kyanjin Gompa. We may visit the monastery or the cheese factory. Then, we will hike to one of the famous spots in the area for 360-degree panoramic mountain views, Tserko Ri (4984m. | 16347ft.). Admire the vistas of Himalayan peaks and the sunshine shining over them. Once we reach the highest point of the viewpoint, we will have climbed to an altitude of 4984m.|16347ft. Then Return to the Kyanjin Gompa. We can also hike to the Kyanjin Ri (4773m.|15655ft.), which also offers the vistas of the Himalayan Ranges.

Altitude Different: (4984m.|16347ft.) or Kyanjin Ri (4773m.|15655ft.)

After visiting Kyanjin Gompa, which gives a stunning view of the valley encircled by high peaks, we will hike to Rimche. After traveling through lush green woods, Langtang villages, Ghodatabela, and Gumnachok, we will ultimately arrive at Rimche. We will spend the time strolling alongside the captivating Langtang River and mountain views.

Duration: 7 – 8 hrs
Altitude Different: 2455m.|8053ft.

From Rimche, our journey will start with a short climb through bamboo forests to the towns. After traversing the Langtang River, we will reach the bamboo village. We will keep going until we get to the top of a ridge, where we can gaze out over the Thulo Syabru valley in awe. After passing a bridge, we begin a slow drop. We will enjoy the stunning view of the Manaslu, Langtang, and Annapurna peaks. By making our way down the route, we will reach Foprang Danda.

Duration: 5 – 6 hrs
Altitude Different: 3030m.|9939ft.

We will begin our trek after enjoying a delicious breakfast at Foprang Danda. We will be mesmerized by Dhunche Town's breathtaking scenery. A beautiful route in Sing Gompa leads through a couple of cheese factories. We get to taste some of the finest yak cheese in Nepal. While walking through the trails among the pleasant pine and rhododendron woods, we will climb to Lauribna. Along the walk, there is a variety of plants and fauna. The majority of the red panda, also referred to by the Nepalese as cat bears - can be found here.

Duration: 5 – 6 hrs
Altitude Different: 3910m.|12828ft.

Our walk will begin with a tough ascent from Lauribina as we proceed to the most pristine holy lake, Gosaikunda. From the top of the Lauribina, we can admire the breathtaking Himalayan landscape. We will traverse a little slope and get the first glimpse of Gosaikunda Lake. The Gosaikunda area contains several lakes, but the three largest lakes are Bhiaravkunda, Saraswatikunda, and Gosaikunda. As we get closer to Gosaikunda, we see the entire lake. Thousands of worshippers travel to Gosaikunda every year around the August full moon during the Janai Purnima festival. Most hikers use this path mostly because it passes by Gosaikunda, one of the highest lakes in Nepal.

Altitude Different: 4380m.|14366ft.

After breakfast, we move forward on our trek. The route leaves Gosaikunda and ascends via rough terrain, passing small lakes to the highest point of this journey, the Laurebina pass (4610m). As we hike, we will glance at breathtaking views of Manaslu, the Ganesh Himal, and even the Langtang Lirung. The route becomes more difficult as we reach the pass. Passing the Lauribina La, we will descend toward Ghopte, taking in the spectacular scenery from the edge of the pass. The route traverses a bridge and passes by Phedi.

Duration: 7-8 hrs
Altitude Different: 4610m/15’120ft

We begin our journey, moving to the Helambu trail. It takes us an enjoyable hour and a half to go through the alpine forest to Thadepati, where we eat lunch and take in vistas of the snow-capped mountains of the Jugal Himalayan peaks in the east and Ganesh-Manaslu in the west. The path has several difficulties. We pass by remote areas while walking through Juniperus, pine trees, and rhododendron orchards. Following the route to Thadepati, we will descend to a ridge's western slope. We will go to Magin Goth and Kuala Bhanjyang. After there, a downhill track will lead us to Kutumsang, where we will spend the night.

Duration: 6-7 hrs
Altitude Different: 2470m.|8101ft.

After breakfast, we will continue to rise through the track until it reaches a pass, then descends steeply, reaching Gul Bhanjyang, where it continues for another 3–4 hours to Pati Bhanjyang. Once we reach Thorong Danda, the route ascends and takes us to the chipping village. A short ascent leads from here to the overnight stay at Chisopani danda.

Duration: 6 - 7 hrs
Altitude Different: 2165m.|7101ft.

We will begin our final day trek of this lovely adventure, witnessing some of the gorgeous mountains on the backdrop of the hills. The hike descends to Sundarijal across a pleasant forest with monkeys and fresh water flowing in between, which is a popular picnic spot for many locals who want to escape busy, populated metropolitan existence of this ancient city, Kathmandu. We travel to Kathmandu after continuing to descend from Sundarijal for another hour.

Altitude Different: 1400m.|4593ft.

After Breakfast departure to your onward destination.

If the above Langtang Helambu Trekking -15 Days does not meet your needs, we can design individualized travel plans based on your preferences and specifications.

Price Includes

  • Airport pick up and drop by private car/van/bus.
  • Accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
  • All meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during the trekking.
  • All necessary permits and conservation entry permits.
  • All accommodations in lodges/tea houses during the trekking
  • Trekkers' Information Management System (TIMS) Permit.
  • An experienced, helpful and friendly Guide, porters (1 porter for 2 peoples).
  • Salary, Food, Drinks, Accommodation, Transportation and Insurance for the Guide and Porter.
  • All government taxes.
  • Transportation Kathmandu-Syabrubesi & Sundarijal to Kathmandu by Public Bus

Price Excludes

  • Nepal entry visa fee
  • Your Travel insurance.
  • Your personal expenses.
  • All lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
  • International airfare and airport departure tax.
  • Bottle Drinks.
  • Tips for the guide and porter.
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