Langtang discovery

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2 weeks (8 days)
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Highest-4773m
Lowest-1440m
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The trip

  • Panoramic view of the Langtang massif.
  • Explore ancient monasteries.
  • Incredible view of the Langtang Glacier.
  • Explore traditional Langtang and Kyanjin Gompa villages.
  • Cross rivers, dense forest and lush vegetation Discover Tibetan-Buddhist culture and traditions

Discovering the breathtaking Langtang.

Lantang is amazing in itself because, following the 2015 earthquake, the entire valley was quickly rebuilt and nature quickly reappeared.

It’s a good start to discovering trekking in Nepal, as the days are easily adaptable. But don’t be fooled: there are some great, more expensive itineraries for the more adventurous too!

This region is a haven of natural beauty.

Langtang is rich in ancient traditions and cultures. One of the best places in the Himalayas to discover Buddhism. Tibetan Buddhist culture has influenced the Langtang people for decades.

This few-day trek takes you through a valley surrounded by lush forests and breathtaking mountains.

Apart from the mountains, this is Nepal’s second largest national park – more details HERE-. This means that Langtang is home to hundreds of different plants and animals.

Not a difficult hike, but just as beautiful as any hike elsewhere in Nepal. Few hikes can come close to touching the Himalayas at such altitudes.

Not to mention the breathtaking views from Tsergo Ri.

 

Make sure you keep the surrounding area clean. Do not harm animals or plants. Do not pollute the water or the environment.

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Day By Day

DAY 1

  Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel

Walking time: -. Altitude: (1350m)
  • Accomodation: Hotel
  • Meal: Welcome drinks B&B
DAY 2

  Free day and arrangement in Kathmandu

Walking time: 2 to 3 hours. Altitude: (1350m)
  • Accomodation: Hotel
  • Meal: B&B
DAY 3

  Drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi

Walking time : -. Altitude : (1550m)

You leave Kathmandu by car for Syabrubesi, a small village at the entrance to the Langtang valley. The journey takes you through picturesque landscapes and winding roads through the Himalayan hills. You will spend the night in a guesthouse in Syabrubesi.

  • Accomodation: Lodge
  • Meal: Full board
DAY 4

  Trek From Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel

Walking time: 6-7 hours. Altitude: (2480m)

The trek officially begins today. You will cross the Bhote Koshi River and begin the ascent through lush rhododendron and oak forests. You will pass through the villages of Bamboo and Rimche before arriving at Lama Hotel, where you will spend the night.

  • Accomodation: Lodge
  • Meal: Full board
DAY 5

  Lama Hotel to Chyamki

Walking time: 6-7 hours. Altitude: (3230m)

You will continue your ascent through the Langtang valley. On the way, you’ll pass through Ghodatabela, where you’ll have a magnificent view of the snow-capped peaks. You will then reach Chyamki, a small village where you can rest for the night.

  • Accomodation: Lodge
  • Meal: Full board
DAY 6

  Chyamki to Kyanjin Gompa.

Walking time: 4-5 hours. Altitude: (3870m)

Today we head for Kyanjin Gompa, an important village in the Langtang valley with a Buddhist monastery. The climb is less steep than on previous days, and you will pass through the villages of Mundu and Singdum. At Kyanjin Gompa, you can explore the monastery and the surrounding area.

  • Accomodation: Lodge
  • Meal: Full board
DAY 7

  Kyanji Ri (4,773 m) and return to Kyanjin Gompa

Walking time: 5-6 hours. Altitude: (3870m)

This day is dedicated to the ascent of Kyanjin Ri, a peak that offers exceptional panoramic views of the surrounding mountains, including Langtang Lirung and other peaks. The climb is steep but the views are well worth it. You will then return to Kyanjin Gompa for the night.

  • Accomodation: Lodge
  • Meal: Full board
DAY 8

  Kyanji Gompa at Ghoda Tabella

Walking time: 5-6 hours. Altitude: (3,030 m)

You begin your descent towards Ghoda Tabella. The walk is easier on the way down and there are still spectacular views over the valley and mountains. You will spend the night at Ghoda Tabella.

  • Accomodation: Lodge
  • Meal: Full board
DAY 9

  Ghoda Tabella to Syabrubesi

Walking time: 6-7 hours. Altitude: (1,550 m)

You continue your descent towards Syabrubesi, passing through the forests and villages you saw on the outward journey. You will pass by Lama Hotel and Bamboo before reaching Syabrubesi, where you will spend your last night in the Langtang valley.

  • Accomodation: Lodge
  • Meal: Full board
DAY 10

  Syabrubesi to Kathmandu

Driving time: 7-8 hours. Altitude: (1350m)

In the morning, you will take the road back to Kathmandu. It’s a day’s drive through the picturesque scenery of the Himalayan hills. On arrival in Kathmandu, you can relax and enjoy the city.

  • Accomodation: Hotel
  • Meal: B&B

Benchmark

The essentials :

This trek offers a combination of culture, nature and exceptional panoramic views of the Himalayas. It’s an unforgettable experience for lovers of hiking and adventure.

Trekking:

immerse yourself in nature for several consecutive days. Self-guided itinerant walks, far from any infrastructure.

Level 3:

: (on average) 6-hour walk per day on and off footpath and/or 700 to 1,000 metres of positive ascent and/or 15 to 18 kilometres. And the highlight of the trek: the viewpoint at Kyanjin Ri 4773 m!

Type of tour:

itinerant. You’ll discover the region by stopping off at a new accommodation each evening.

Duration :

8 days

Carrying:

Just your day-to-day stuff

Accommodation :

Hotel, lodge

Supervision :

Assistance of a local English-speaking guide

Group size :

From 1 people

Season :

February to May – September to December

Gosainkund lakes

The optional ascent of Tsergo Ri (4984 m), a superb lookout point, marks the highest altitude on the route before the finale on the shores of the sacred lakes of Gosainkund, of renowned beauty. A superb, accessible trek away from the usual routes

Day By Day

  Climb Tsergo Ri (4984 m) or discover the Langtang valley

You can choose to spend the day exploring the upper Langtang valley or climbing Tsergo Ri. From this summit, the wide circular view from the belvedere offers an imposing panorama: Langtang Lirung (7246 m), Naya Kanga (5846 m), Dorje Lakpa (6966 m), Langshisa Ri (6427 m), Ganchenpo (6378 m) and, in the distance, the summit of Shishapangma (8013 m). The outward journey and return are a fine day’s effort. The terrain presents no particular difficulties other than the altitude. The end of the route, among large boulders, proves demanding.

  • Accomodation:
  • Meal:
Kianjin Gompa - Lama Hotel (2470 m)

 

Descent by the same route as the outward journey.

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  Lama Hotel - Thulo Shyabru (2250 m)

From Lama Hotel, the day begins with a steep climb towards Rimche. Descend to Bamboo before tackling the steep climb along the waterfall to Thulo Syabru. The landscape changes, becoming greener. A large suspension bridge spans the torrent. Before you know it, the village is visible from the many terraced fields that surround it. Perched on a ridge, the view of the Ganesh range is spectacular.

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  Thulo Shyabru - Chyolangpati (3600 m)

The route leaves you with little choice: you have to climb a tough, winding path up the hill overlooking Shyabru. You spend most of the time under cover, in a humid forest where a few monkeys jump from tree to tree, before reaching Chyolangpati (3,600 m).

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  • Meal:

  Chyolangpati - Gosainkund lakes (4380 m) - Sing Gompa (3320 m)

The climb continues and the vegetation becomes thinner. We come out onto a balcony offering a wide view of the Ganesh Himal and Manaslu ranges. We pass over the first lake, then plunge down towards the largest lake, a place of pilgrimage for thousands of Hindus during the full moon in August. It is associated with the Hindu god Shiva, who is said to have planted his trident in the ground on his way to quench his thirst after drinking poison. After soaking up the scenery, we make our way back down to Sing Gompa, a charming village with a small cheese factory and a monastery by the side of the road, where we spend the night.

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  Sing Gompa - Dhunche (2030 m)

Descending through forests of pine, oak and giant rhododendron, we cross a final suspension bridge over the Sing Gompa Steam before returning to flatter terrain on the way to the village of Dhunche, where we spend the night.

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  Transfer to Kathmandu

We leave our team of porters to begin our long day’s journey back to Kathmandu in a private vehicle.

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  • Meal:

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Your budget

THE PRICE INCLUDES / DOES NOT INCLUDE

The price includes
  • Land transfers necessary for the smooth running of the trip
  • Supervision by a Nepalese guide
  • Assistance from a Nepalese team for your trek (Sirdar, Sherpa, porters, etc.)
  • Accommodation and meals as described in the program
  • Trekking permits and park access rights
  • The presence during the trek of first aid equipment: first aid kit (hyperbaric chamber if Option)
The price does not include
  • Cancellation/interruption of stay/loss of luggage and assistance insurance.
  • Registration fees
  • Visa fees on arrival in Kathmandu
  • Meals not included in the program
  • Entrances to sites not included in the program
  • Drinks, personal expenses and tips
  • Showers in the lodges (200 to 300 NPR/shower) and other extras
  • The single room supplement (hotel only, impossible to guarantee a single room in a Lodge)
  • Transfer costs in case of transport different from that of the group or due to a local contingency.
  • Everything that is not mentioned in the section "the price includes"
  • The possible cost of a PCR test and any other health formalities to return to France (more information from our expert advisors). However, our local teams will assist you in making an appointment with a suitable Centre.
Your expenses on site.
  • Free meals as described in the programme: for others, between €5 and €15 per meal.
  • The drinks
  • Tips
  • Souvenir goods

ADDITIONAL PRICING INFORMATION

Single room supplement for nights in hotels (on request): contact us for availability and prices.

We cannot book single rooms in lodges: check with your guide for availability and prices.

Possibility of renting a quality sleeping bag in Kathmandu: to be booked when registering. (€70 in cash).

TARIFF ADJUSTMENT

As far as optional extras are concerned, the total amount may vary. Given the high and rapid inflation in the country, some restaurant and accommodation prices may increase. Our policy is not to pass on this inflation to the price of your trip, except in the event of an exceptional crisis.

PAYMENT SCHEDULE

If you register more than 35 days before the departure date, you must pay a deposit of 35% of the total price of the trip. If you register less than 35 days before the departure date, payment must be made in a single instalment for the full price of the trip. The balance of the trip price must be paid, without any reminder from us, no later than 35 days before the departure date. Payment by instalments can be arranged.

More details in our link “how to make a payment” – Click HERE – https://francenepalvoyage.com/en/how-to-make-payment/

TIPS

Tipping is still very common in Asia in general, and in Nepal in particular.

Linked to customer satisfaction, it is an integral part of the country’s culture:

Regardless of salary level, the Nepalese consider tipping to be a sign of appreciation.

The amount of the tip therefore depends on how much you appreciate the service. The rendering and your generosity.

During your trip

ADDITIONAL SERVICES

INDIVIDUAL ACCOMMODATION

You can opt for individual accommodation:

Single room for hotel nights only: supplement depending on the season (sometimes available for lodge nights €10 extra).

For tours with nights in tents, individual tents for all nights in camp.

For lodge tours, with one to three nights in tents during ascents, no individual tents possible.

Cost: please enquire according to your needs.

Guided tour of Kathmandu/other major sites: 1 day’s travel

Guided tour of Kathmandu/other major site: 1 days trip

Trip 1 Boudhanath-Pashupati-Bhaktapur:

Discover the greatest cultural treasures of the Kathmandu Valley, inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage list, with an English-speaking Nepalese cultural guide. Marvel at Shree Boudhanath, a 36-metre-high stupa in the Tibetan quarter of Nepal’s capital.

Discover Pashupatinath, a Hindu shrine dedicated to Shiva and one of the four highest pilgrimage sites in Asia. And in the Kathmandu Valley, the traditional village of Bhaktapur will astonish you with its 17th-century architecture.

 

 

Trip 2 Swayanbhu-Durbar-Patan:

Climb to the top of the ‘monkey temple’, Swayambhunath and be rewarded with a breathtaking view of the whole of Kathmandu. It is one of the oldest and most revered religious sites in the valley.

You will continue with a visit to Durbar Square – Kathmandu which is the heart of the old city and consists of 3 adjoining squares, to move on after lunch to the famous town of Patan which adjoins Kathmandu and as you make your way towards the temple square, you may catch a glimpse of the silversmiths, woodcarvers and other local craftsmen whose town is renowned for their numbers and quality of work. Spend a little extra time visiting the top-quality museum in Temple Square before returning home.

 

TRIP 3 Food Tour:

If you’re looking to sample authentic Nepalese cuisine and a range of comfort foods during your stay in Nepal, Kathmandu will not disappoint when it comes to the variety of restaurants offering a collection of local and indigenous specialities.

Join our guide on a late-night stroll through Nepal’s capital and discover some of the discreet, intimate restaurants and ‘bistronomic’ places to eat.

2.5/3h trip with a 40% discount on the price charged below (minimum €38/pax)

Street food: Les 5 meilleures cantines de KTM

 

Trip 4: Kathmandu, the hidden city

Setting off to discover the old city, its old market and discreet temple squares, this journey will take you through Kathmandu and this other ‘hidden’ life in scenes that are sometimes surprising and moving, at the bend of a temple or a small square or on the edge of a well. Perhaps you’ll be lucky enough to come across a religious family ceremony or a wedding!

Kathmandu, the hidden city

Price per person (can be paid on the spot) depending on the itinerary chosen Short/Long:

1 person: €80/100, ->2 people: €70/90, ->3 to 6 people: €60/70, ->7 to 10 people: €40/55.

-25% off the 2nd trip

 

The price includes

The visit of the monuments indicated above.

Entries in the sites and temples indicated above.

The services of a French-speaking Nepali cultural guide.

A private vehicle with driver.

The price does not include

Lunch and extra drinks.

Tips.

 

NB: This tour can also be booked after registration and paid for on site in euros or Nepalese rupees (NPR). / To be paid on site.

 

Extend your trip

chitwan large rh

Extension to Chitwan Jungle National Park

In the heart of the verdant jungle of Chitwan National Park, let yourself be surprised by this three-day safari in one of Nepal’s largest forests and nature reserves. This park, which borders India to the south, is a veritable wilderness paradise: one-horned rhinos, leopards, monkeys, bears, elephants and, above all, the famous Bengal tiger inhabit these protected areas.

In autumn, just after the monsoon season, the abundant water leads the animals to spread throughout the park, where the tall grasses provide ideal hiding places.

Chitwan National Park

The real attraction: Kasara Resort****, with its unique charm, situated right next to the park in a lush natural setting. Committed to preserving this delicate ecosystem, the Kasara Resort is an exceptional hotel in perfect harmony with nature for a confidential getaway, where you have the strange impression that time has stood still.

Information on the Kasara Resort -click HERE- https://www.kasararesort.com/

The price includes

Transfers by private vehicle with an English-speaking Nepalese driver (basic English).

Accommodation for two nights at the Kasara Resort in Chitwan Park, based on a double room.

Meals as described in the programme.

Guided tours and activities as described with an English-speaking naturalist guide from Kasara Resort, shared with other hotel guests.

 

The price does not include

Cancellation/interruption/loss of luggage insurance and assistance.

Alcoholic beverages or extras

Gratuities

Related services not offered by the agency

anything not mentioned in ‘the price includes’.

Possibility of extending the stay: +1 night

Cost: please enquire according to your requirements

Organisation Content

TRAVEL

  • Car, minibus or private bus for road travel within the country.
  • 6-seater Jeep with local comfort for transfers on the track. Managed by local companies, the Jeeps impose Spartan comfort. Most of the time, they have several seats at the front facing the road, then, at the rear, two seats parallel to the road, which face each other.
  • Domestic flights mainly operated by Yeti Airlines and Tara Airlines.

NB: Domestic flights in Nepal are subject to weather conditions, they can be postponed and / or canceled. In the event of a problem, we will do our best to preserve the initial program. However, the stages of the trek can be adapted and, very rarely, the international flights shifted. In this case, FNV will reorganize your air transport. However, participants cannot claim any compensation and any extra cost will be on charge of the customer.

ACCOMMODATION

  • In Kathmandu: accommodation in a family-run hotel (local standard), based on a double room.
  • During the trek: accommodation in a lodge. Halfway between refuges and lodges, which offer varying degrees of comfort depending on the region. However, as you climb towards the valleys, they become more welcoming. Because of the isolation and lack of fuel, the rooms in the lodges are not heated. For your personal comfort, it is sometimes suggested that you bring a good sleeping bag, but these days lodges have good duvets/blankets available for everyone.

Separate toilets or in the lodge: In all lodges, the toilets are the most rustic part! Bring light sandals, as hygiene is… local.

Heating the water in the showers requires a lot of energy. There is often a charge for hot showers, but they are often lukewarm because they are heated only by solar energy (more recently & locally by cumulus heaters) or by the fire that prepares your meal. Above an altitude of 3,000 metres, you can order hot-water tanks, which consume less energy and will no doubt save you from catching a cold!

The lodges have electricity: you can recharge the batteries (for a fee, but only a few rupees) and, sometimes, a low-speed Wi-Fi connection (sometimes for a fee).
Lodge owners very rarely accept advance bookings for single rooms.

MEALS

  • At midday, picnics in the fields or meals at the lodge. But be careful! This is a real break, and a relatively long one. Our porters take the opportunity to eat copiously. Their traditional dal-bhat, made from rice and lentils, is the main meal of the day. The pace of the walk is therefore different from that generally adopted for trekking, where the lunch break is short. Take the opportunity to rest or go for a walk. -Dall Bath Power HERE- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dal_bhat
  • Dinner and breakfast at the lodge. We try to vary the meals (shared menus) between each lodge. However, the majority of Hindus and Buddhists are vegetarians. So we eat very little meat or fish. Dishes are based on pasta, rice, potatoes, lentils, etc.
  • During the trek, additional energy foods are available throughout. Bought locally, they offer a more limited choice than in France. If you wish, you can bring extra cereal bars to suit your tastes. Drinks: during the trek, tea is served at meals within reason (max 2 cups/person). Additional cups of tea and other drinks, including mineral water, are at the expense of the participants.
  • You can fill your water bottles in the lodges, but it is essential to treat it with purifying tablets. Avoid buying plastic bottles, which should be recycled. You can buy water that has already been treated in the villages (drinking water), which reduces the problem of bottles.

BAGGAGE TRANSPORT

Each participant travels on foot with a light backpack, carrying only their personal belongings necessary for the day (water bottle, camera, protective clothing, etc.). The rest of the equipment is carried by the porters to the next accommodation.

We ask everyone to have only one bag (trekking bag that will be carried) of 13 kilos maximum. Possibility of leaving things at the hotel in Kathmandu and picking them up when you return from trekking.

YOUR INSURANCE AND ASSISTANCE

Adventure travel involves risks that need to be covered by adequate insurance. Assistance mainly covers search and rescue costs, repatriation and medical expenses. It comes into play as soon as a medical report indicates that repatriation is necessary. Beforehand, in regions far from medical facilities and difficult to access, you must agree to the organisation of first aid using local resources (porters, horses, 4X4s, etc.).

Check that your insurance covers loss or theft of luggage and that it protects against the financial risk of cancellation (Visa cards do not offer cancellation cover).

ECO-FRIENDLY TOURISM

Working for responsible tourism. We are committed to developing responsible tourism.

From the outset, we have tried to create different kinds of travel using all the earth’s resources, but with a duty to ensure its sustainability for future generations.

So, for example, we want to become partners of the association ATR (Agir pour un Tourisme Responsable).

Through its label, ATR pursues several objectives: To disseminate good practice in responsible tourism; To develop relationships based on good social and environmental practice with all the tourism players in the destinations; these projects always have an objective of autonomous economic development for the local populations.

In Nepal, KEEP (Kathmandu Environmental Education Project)

A non-profit, non-governmental organisation, its mission is to ensure the future ecological and cultural prosperity of Nepal and its people by maximising the benefits and reducing the negative impacts associated with tourism.