Langtang Valley Trek In Nepal: Why Is It The Greatest Experience You Will Have
With a 77 km route, the trek to the Langtang Valley in Nepal is about surreal experiences and indulging in spectacular beauty.
Further, during this beautiful trek, you will pass through many quaint villages. Also, you have to take refuge in one of those village houses during your trek.
As you break bread with the local villagers or spend the evening in their houses, you get to hear all the beautiful stories and myths they have to share.
So, even early in your trekking expedition, you get touched by a tapestry of unknown human cultures and lifestyles.
This time, we were on an 8-day expedition of Langtang Valley, and in this Dream and Travel Guide, we will share the beautiful saga of our journey. We thank our travel partner for making our Langtang Trek so beautiful.
Some Key Facts About The Langtang Valley Trek Before Starting Your Journey
- Langtang Valley Altitude: Highest Point 4800 Meters
- Langtang Valley Route Distance: 77 Km
- Difficulty Level: Moderate to Difficult:
- Daily Trekking Duration: Around 4-6 Hours
- Starting and Ending Point: Syabrubesi
What Is The Best Time For The Langtang Valley Trek?
Spring and autumn are the ideal seasons for a Langtang Valley trek. The months of March to May and September to November are great trekking times due to pleasant weather conditions, less precipitation, and maximum clarity.
However, if you want to visit Langtang Valley when it turns into a snowy wonderland, you can plan a trek in the winter.
In the month of December, the Langtang Valley trekking route gets covered with snow. Further, the temperature ranges between 0-5 degrees Celsius.
So, if you are planning a winter trek to Langtang Valley, you will need to carry additional gear and insulation amenities.
Our Langtang Valley Trek: A Complete 8-Day Itinerary
Our days in Kathmandu in March were great. A visit to the Pashupatinath Temple and exploring the local culture help us gain valuable insights about why it is a prominent place to visit if you practice the oldest religion in the world.
However, we decided to make it even better by planning a Langtang Valley trek.
The month of March is great for mountain calls, and Langtang Valley gets decked up with all the glory of nature in this month.
Nevertheless, we reached Syabrubesi after a 6-hour journey from Kathmandu by road. From there, this is how our trekking journey progressed.
Day 1 Of Langtang Valley Trek
Elevation Change: 1,324 Meters to 1550 Meters
The first day was reserved for a journey from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi. We traveled in a bus with trekkers from around the world.
The journey was long. However, as we crossed the Trisuli River, we saw many rafters busy in their pursuits. The sight gave me an adrenaline rush, and it was like a waking call: “Okay, get ready for the trek ahead.”
Further, as we reached Trishuli Bazaar, the Manaslu Massif, the Jungal Himal, Ganesh Himal, and Langtang stand welcomed us from a distance.
Toward the end of this first-day journey, the road becomes a little bumpy. However, we were too thrilled to notice any discomfort.
At night, we stayed at a tea house and had great fun.
Day 2 Of Langtang Valley Trek
Elevation Change: 1550 Meters to 2380 Meters
Our second-day trek was from Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel. We were all ready for around 6-7 hours of trekking to cover the 11 km distance.
The trekking route from Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel was delightful, and we all walked through a beautiful forest.
Further, Langtang Lirung was in the backdrop, and once we reached Ghora Tabela, we could see the entire Lantang Range from the green meadows.
The valley got wider as we walked on, and it was a sight to see livestock passing by. Further, we came across many temporary military settlements there.
We continued our walk from there, and Mundu was the final destination for the night.
Day 3 Of Langtang Valley Trek
Elevation Change: 2380 Meters to 3430 Meters
On the next day, we started our trek early from the Lama Hotel to Langtang Village. It was a long day of trekking, with having to walk for 7 hours to cover a 15-km distance.
Langtang Village was destroyed completely after the 2015 earthquake. However, when you visit the village today, you will see how it has been reconstructed. At an altitude of 3,430 meters, Langtang Village tells you the ultimate story of human resilience.
Also, here, you first meet Gonchompe.
The beauty of Langtang Village is breathtaking, with alpine scenery and quaint stone houses in the backdrop.
Moreover, the village works as a wonderful getaway to nearby attractions such as Tserko Ri, Kyanjin Ri, and Kyanjin Gompa.
Day 4 Of Langtang Valley Trek
Elevation Change: 3430 Meters to 3870 Meters
Day 4 is one of the shorter trek days in the entire route. Today, we covered less than a 6 km route in the journey to Kyanjin Gompa from Langtang.
However, it took us around 6 hours to complete the trek. For me, this segment of the trek was about immersive experiences.
Along with the prayer flags, the rocks with Buddhist inscriptions kept me intrigued. For a more immersive spiritual experience, you can plan a trek to Langshisha Kharka.
Day 5 Of Langtang Valley Trek
Elevation Change: 3870 Meters to 5000 Meters
Day 5 was the longest trekking day for us. The 10-hour round trek from Kyanjin Gompa, covering around 17 km, was also very challenging.
However, hiking to the Tsergo Ri peak at an altitude of 5000 meters is every bit worth the pain. As you reach Tsergo Ri, you can enjoy vistas of at least 20 peaks, frozen lakes, and Langtang Valley.
Day 6 Of Langtang Valley Trek
Elevation Change: 5000 Meters to 2380 Meters
It’s time to plan the return. On day 6, we started our journey from Kyanjin Gompa to Lama Hotel.
It was a 15 km long route. However, we could finish it within 6 hours. After completing the most challenging parts of the trek on previous days, hiking through the green forest feels very refreshing.
Day 7 Of Langtang Valley Trek
Elevation Change: 2380 Meters to 1550 Meters
We took a different route to return to Syabrubesi from the Lama Hotel. The route was steep, but the stunning views of the Langtang Valley more than made up for the challenges.
Sherpa Gaun and Rimche are two attractions added to the route.
Day 8 Of Langtang Valley Trek
Elevation Change: From 1550 Meters To 1,324 Meters
It’s a wrap as we traveled back to Kathmandu from Syabrubesi by bus. Everyone was tired, but with the experience of the trek in our minds, we only discussed and shared memories that we made during the last 7 days.
Langtang Valley Trek: An Experience Of A Lifetime
The Everest Base Camp Trek and the Annapurna Base Camp Trek may be the most popular in Nepal. However, Langtang Valley, which is relatively less celebrated, will offer you a more immersive experience.
The smaller crowd and the views of the Langtang Lirung make the journey introspective. Further, as you meet mountain floras and fauna and wildlife in places like Langtang National Park, you feel closer to nature.
Moreover, meeting the Tamang people on the route and spending nights at their home will be a unique cultural experience and an eye opener for human resilience without losing humility.
So, let’s plan a trek to Langtang Valley. Also, if you are traveling to Nepal from India, you can read our Nepal travel guide.
