Langtang for the adventurous: High passes and trekking peaks on the Tibetan border
The Langtang Valley lies directly north of Kathmandu on the border with Tibet. Surrounded by high peaks, it provides magnificent mountains scenery with few of the crowds that are encountered on same trails in the Annapurna and Everest regions. The walk-in is picturesque with untouched forests and abundant flora and fauna. Then, as we approach the top end of the valley the scenery opens out to provide breathtaking views of the peaks including Langtang Lirung and Langshisa Ri. Camping beyond the last village, there is time to ascend many of the spectacular viewpoints including Yala Peak and Tsherko Ri to get even closer to the big peaks. We exit the valley over the spectacular and little used Ganja-La before descending into Helambu and then the outskirts of Kathmandu.
To cross to Helambu, through the Langtang and Surya Kunda or the Ganja La pass is serious undertaking requiring good equipment. An energetic and rewarding three week itinerary for those wanting something a little different.
Hotels/Teahouse Lodge/Camping
13 Days Trek
Grade: Challenging
Food: Included except main meals in Kathmandu
Accommodation: 3 Nights in Kathmandu and 13 Nights in trekking
Best Season: Spring & Autumn
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1,350m.), meet our staff then transfers to Hotel.
Day 02: Kathmandu – Syabrubensi (1,462) by public Bus. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
Day 03: Syabrubensi – Lama Hotel (2,380m.).
Day 04: Lama Hotel – Langtang Village (3,500m.).
Day 05: Langtang rest for the acclimatization or observation.
Day 06: Langtang – Kyangjing Gompa (3,700m.).
Day 07: Hiking day Tsherko Ri (5,033m.).
Day 08: Kyanjing – Langshisa Kharka Exploration.
Day 09: Kyangjing Gompa – Ganja-La Pass Base Camp.
Day 10: Ganja-La Base Camp – Ganja-La Pass (4,510m.) – Dukpu Kharka (4,023m.).
Day 11: Dukpu Kharka – Tarkeghayang (2,560m.).
Day 12: Tarkeghayang – Sarmathang (2,621m.).
Day 13: Sarmathang – Melamchi Bazar (846m.).
Day 14: Drive back to Kathmandu then transfers to Hotel.
Day 15: Kathmandu free.
Day 16: Last minute transfers to airport for your onward journey.
Hotels/Teahouse Lodge/Camping
13 Days Trek
Grade: Challenging
Food: Included except main meals in Kathmandu
Accommodation: 3 Nights in Kathmandu and 13 Nights in trekking
Best Season: Spring & Autumn
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1,350m.), meet our staff then transfers to Hotel.
Day 02: Kathmandu – Syabrubensi (1,462) by public Bus. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
Day 03: Syabrubensi – Lama Hotel (2,380m.).
Day 04: Lama Hotel – Langtang Village (3,500m.).
Day 05: Langtang rest for the acclimatization or observation.
Day 06: Langtang – Kyangjing Gompa (3,700m.).
Day 07: Hiking day Tsherko Ri (5,033m.).
Day 08: Kyanjing – Langshisa Kharka Exploration.
Day 09: Kyangjing Gompa – Ganja-La Pass Base Camp.
Day 10: Ganja-La Base Camp – Ganja-La Pass (4,510m.) – Dukpu Kharka (4,023m.).
Day 11: Dukpu Kharka – Tarkeghayang (2,560m.).
Day 12: Tarkeghayang – Sarmathang (2,621m.).
Day 13: Sarmathang – Melamchi Bazar (846m.).
Day 14: Drive back to Kathmandu then transfers to Hotel.
Day 15: Kathmandu free.
Day 16: Last minute transfers to airport for your onward journey.
Hotels/Teahouse Lodge/Camping
13 Days Trek
Grade: Challenging
Food: Included except main meals in Kathmandu
Accommodation: 3 Nights in Kathmandu and 13 Nights in trekking
Best Season: Spring & Autumn
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