Langtang Circuit Trekking

If you’re twenty-two, physically fit, hungry to learn and be better, I urge you to travel – as far and as widely as possible. Sleep on floors if you have to. Find out how other people live and eat and cook. Learn from them – wherever you go.
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Trip Facts

  • Trip Code AN- M038
  • Trip Length 22 Days
  • Route Difficulty Level D
  • Group Size Min 1 to 8
  • Min Altitude 1500m / 4921 ft
  • Max Altitude 4773m / 15659 ft
  • Route Style Teahouse & Homestay
  • Mode Drive In Drive Out

About Trip

Langtang Circuit Trekking is one of the beautiful trekking routes of Nepal which comprises many of the cultural & traditional riches and natural treasures on the foothill of Langtang range of Himalayas. It is filled with cultural villages, waterfalls sight, beautiful terrains, natural hot-spring, stunning mountain views, awe-inspiring sunrises & sunsets, varied topography, diverse floras, adventure passes and very significant sacred lake “Gosaikunda”.

Langtang Circuit is a complete walk around places with access to food and teahouse facilities and can be breakdown into four popular trekking trails — Tamang Heritage TrailsLangtang Valley TrekkingGosaikunda Lake Trek, and — Helambu Trekking. It is an excellent chance to explore the diversity of culture, people, landscapes and nature of Langtang region in one go. 

Complete Langtang Trekking starts with 7-8 hours drive from Kathmandu to Syabru Besi and follows the trails of Tamang Heritage towards the first welcoming village of Gatlang. The trail continues with fine vegetation, typical Tamang villages, awesome view of the Himalayas and we shall dip into the natural hot-spring at “Tatopani” before joining the trails of Langtang Valley. Trek to Kyanjin Gompa is an splendid walk in arid landscapes and hike to Kyanjin Ri (4773m) supply a stunning view of Langtang and Tibetan range of mountain peaks.

We retrace our path until a small settlement of Pairo and head towards picturesque Thulo Syabru village and further to Sing Gompa. From here, we continue our trek to sacred Gosaikunda Lake through beautiful pine and rhododendron forest watching beautiful sunset view and a majestic panorama of Tibetan mountain range. We ascend towards the adventurous Lauribina La Pass (4610m) to Ghopte and further to Thadepati to meet the Helambu trails. Again, the green vegetation is restored with beautiful oak and Gurans forest towards the cultural village of Melamchi. Helambu trek is popular as cultural trekking route and helps to understand the dynamics of similar but different tribes of people and their cultural beliefs. We visit more monasteries and enjoy the hospitality of the local people and make a final descend to Sermanthang, a trek end point from where we shall take a drive back to Kathmandu.


Highlights

  • Sacred Lake “Gosaikunda” and “Suryakunda”
  • Best viewpoint- Kyanjin Ri, Lauri Binayak. Thadepati
  • Beautiful Langtang Valley and Yak Cheese factory
  • Natural Hot-spring (Tatopani) and fine viewpoint–Nagthali
  • Excellent walk through beautiful Sherpa villages and communities
  • Magnificent sunrise and sunset point with range of mountains
  • Mixed ethnic groups and old Buddhist Gompas and monasteries
  • Chance to encounter endangered species
  • Varied vegetation and mixed landscapes
  • Melamchi Gaon and Helambu village

Outline Itinerary

  • Day 01:Arrival in Kathmandu : Picked Up from the airport and transfer to the Hotel
  • Day 02:Free Day in Kathmandu
  • Day 03:Drive from Kathmandu to Syabru Besi (1500m/4921 ft)
  • Day 04:Trek from Syabru Besi to Gatlang (2238m / 7343 ft)
  • Day 05:Trek from Gatlang to Tatopani (2607m / 8553 ft)
  • Day 06:Trek from Tatopani to Thuman (2338m / 7671 ft)
  • Day 07:Trek from Thuman to Briddim (2229m / 7313 ft)
  • Day 08:Trek from Briddim to Lama Hotel (2560m / 8399 ft)
  • Day 09:Trek from Lama Hotel to Langtang Valley (3430m / 11253 ft)
  • Day 10:Trek from Langtang Valley to Kyanjin Gompa (3830m / 12566 ft)
  • Day 11:Hike up to Kyanjin Ri (4773m / 15659 ft) and trek to Ghodatabela (3030m / 9941 ft)
  • Day 12:Trek from Ghodatabela to Thulo Syabru (2210m / 7251 ft)
  • Day 13:Trek from Thulo Syabru to Sing Gompa (3330m / 10925 ft)
  • Day 14:Trek from Sing Gompa to Lauribinayak (3910m / 12828 ft)
  • Day 15:Trek from Lauribinayak to Gosaikunda Lake (4380m / 14370 ft)
  • Day 16:Cross Lauribina La pass (4610m / 15125 ft) and descend to Ghopte (3430m / 11253 ft)
  • Day 17:Trek from Ghopte to Thadepati (3610m / 12106 ft)
  • Day 18:Trek from Thadepati to Tarkeghyang (2600m/ 8530 ft)
  • Day 19:Trek from Tarkeghyang to Sermanthang (4470m/14665 ft)
  • Day 20:Drive from Sermanthang to Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel
  • Day 21:Free Day in Kathmandu (Contingency Day)
  • Day 22:Final Departure | Other Travel Plan

Included in the Cost

  • One Experience Leader Guide, Necessary Porter (1 per 2 trekkers) and Assistant Guide as per group size
  • All of the wages, expenses and insurance of Nepalese Crew Members
  • 18 Breakfast, 18 Dinner, 18 Lunch with seasonal fruits and hot drinks
  • Twin Shared Best Suited Local Teahouse Accommodation during trekking
  • All necessary National Park/Conservation Area Permit
  • Four nights Standard Accommodation in Kathmandu (Twin Sharing)
  • Kathmandu – Syabru Besi and Sermanthang – Kathmandu transfer in Local Bus/Jeep (1 to 3 travelers) and transfer in Private Vehicle (4 to 8 travelers)
  • Complimentary Airport Arrival and Departure Transfers 
  • Complimentary Sleeping Bag and Down Jacket (return after use)
  • Optional: Half Day Walking Tour
  • Our Duffel Bag, Trip Map and Adventure Certificate 
  • Comprehensive Equipped First Aid Medical Kit (to check with AMS)
  • Farewell Nepalese Cultural Dinner
  • All applicable fees, local and government taxes
     

Not Included in the Cost

  • Nepal Visa Fee and International Airfare
  • Other Trekking Expenses like Drinking Water, Soft & Hard Drinks, Juice, Phone Calls, Internet Use, Battery Charging, Laundry, Hot Shower, Donation, Additional Porter etc
  • Personal Trekking Gears and Equipments
  • Any Kinds of Health or Travel Insurance (It is mandatory to reduce the possible expense in case of emergency evacuation)
  • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu/Pokhara due any reason like early arrival or late departure than scheduled itinerary (also in case of early arrival from trekking)
  • Cost arises due to obstruction and delays in the program itinerary due to weather problems,
  • Tipping to Crew Members (Expected)
  • Any other expenses or activities besides “Service Provided”

Detail Itinerary

Day 1Arrival in Kathmandu : Picked Up from the airport and transfer to the Hotel Drive: 30 minutes | Accommodation: Hotel | Meals: Welcome Dinner

Day 2Free Day in Kathmandu Optional: Join our free walking tours – starts at 10am – Walk to Monkey Temple – Visit National Museum – Kathmandu Durbar Square – finish before 4pm
Walk: 1.5 hours | Accommodation: Hotel | Meals: Breakfast

Day 3Drive from Kathmandu to Syabru Besi (1500m/4921 ft)Drive: 7 – 8 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D

Day 4Trek from Syabru Besi to Gatlang (2238m / 7343 ft)Walk: 5 – 6 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D

Day 5Trek from Gatlang to Tatopani (2607m / 8553 ft)Walk: 5 – 6 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D

Day 6Trek from Tatopani to Thuman (2338m / 7671 ft)Walk: 5 – 6 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D

Day 7Trek from Thuman to Briddim (2229m / 7313 ft)Walk: 5 – 6 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D

Day 8Trek from Briddim to Lama Hotel (2560m / 8399 ft)Walk: 6 – 7 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D

Day 9Trek from Lama Hotel to Langtang Valley (3430m / 11253 ft)Walk: 6 – 7 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D

Day 10Trek from Langtang Valley to Kyanjin Gompa (3830m / 12566 ft)Walk: 3 – 4 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D

Day 11Hike up to Kyanjin Ri (4773m / 15659 ft) and trek to Ghodatabela (3030m / 9941 ft)Walk: 6 – 7 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D

Day 12Trek from Ghodatabela to Thulo Syabru (2210m / 7251 ft)Walk: 6 – 7 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D

Day 13Trek from Thulo Syabru to Sing Gompa (3330m / 10925 ft)Walk: 5 – 6 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D

Day 14Trek from Sing Gompa to Lauribinayak (3910m / 12828 ft)Walk: 3 – 4 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D

Day 15Trek from Lauribinayak to Gosaikunda Lake (4380m / 14370 ft)Walk: 3 – 4 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D

Day 16Cross Lauribina La pass (4610m / 15125 ft) and descend to Ghopte (3430m / 11253 ft)Walk: 6 – 7 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D

Day 17Trek from Ghopte to Thadepati (3610m / 12106 ft)Walk: 5 – 6 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D

Day 18Trek from Thadepati to Tarkeghyang (2600m/ 8530 ft)Walk: 5 – 6 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D

Day 19Trek from Tarkeghyang to Sermanthang (4470m/14665 ft)Walk: 3 – 4 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D

Day 20Drive from Sermanthang to Kathmandu and transfer to HotelDrive: 3 – 4 hrs | Accommodation: Hotel | Meals: B, L, D

Day 21Free Day in Kathmandu (Contingency Day)Accommodation: Hotel | Meals: Breakfast

Day 22Final Departure | Other Travel Plan

FREE WALKING TOUR: This is an optional walking adventure on the outskirts of Thamel area, which will surprisingly take you to popular Buddhist shrine – Monkey Temple (original name Swayambunath Stupa) and Kathmandu Durbar Square (House of Virgin Living Goddess) after a quick peek at the National Museum. It is around 6km walk, takes 1.5 hrs walk starting and ending from/to Thamel. It is a guided tour; however the entrance fees to these heritage sites must be pay by travelers themselves. [Monkey Temple – Rs 200, Kathmandu Durbar Square – Rs 1000, National Museum – Rs 150]. We start at 10am in the morning (after breakfast) and finish before 4pm (time can vary).

SAFETY CONCERN: Your safety is our top concern while organizing outdoor and adventure plans. Our leaders and crew members are experienced professionals who will make sure that the trip is safely in course. We truly understand the need of information flow and risk management to provide the best experience. Our trekking arrangement includes the proper clothing, supplies of equipment and gears, high altitude prevention measures and remedies to provide the carefree adventure in the Himalayas.

STANDARD TRIP:  Standard itinerary and route plans are typically designed considering the necessary number of days to complete the trek for average fit travelers and level of altitude gain on the trek (and multiple other factors) which can be modified as per the interest, time, experience and budget plan of travelers. On the given adventure plan, we have included the most important items necessary for the trip and the cost for it and quoted to provide a general idea of the cost of the trip with minimum number of days required to complete the trip.

CUSTOMIZE TRIP: We can organize a trip to every style and provide our service as required by the travelers. There are few items like leader, permits etc, which are mandatory to provide from the agency whereas there are also several alternatives to design the trip as suited. Any customization of the standard itinerary will change the trip price accordingly. We always like to hear what you have to say. We are always happy to assist your valuable travel holidays in your manner with the best information that suits your way of traveling.

ACCOMMODATION IN KATHMANDU
We need to have 4 nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu (before and after the trip) for preparation, rest, and contingency. We provide twin sharing room at Hotel Nepalaya on BB Plan for your trip. If you choose to book your own accommodation in Kathmandu, 60 USD per person is discounted from trip price.  

If you prefer to select your own accommodation, then you are free to do so and find a place suitable to your interest. Alternatively, you can suggest a name, and we shall book that place for you.

GROUP SIZE: All of our adventure trips are accompanied by specialized local leaders, guides, porters and assistant guides (as required) who will always ensure your safety and comfort at every part of the journey. We found that the group size of 8 is the optimal size to run these trips, however we can organize a trip plan for any group size upon the request.

Group of More than 8:  We also have a good experience of handling big groups of volunteers, employees, students, and able to organize a trip plan upon request. Please kindly submit your group size information, and we will garnish a proper trip plan and price for you.

It is your travel plan; you can choose what you want to do, of course with a lot of information first. Feel free to submit and share your travel ideas, and we shall get back to you with more thoughts in no time.