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Langtang, Gosainkunda Pass and Helambu Trek
A scenic journey on the age-old Tamang tribe’s heritage trail and to the home of the elusive red panda and snow leopard. This marvelous trek passes through the cool shade of rhododendron, oak, and pine forests.
In spring, the forest are lively with the flaming blooms of wildflowers and rhododendron, the national flower, which form a beautiful contrast with the high, snow-capped peaks and the crystal blue sky.
At present, Langtang is the third most popular trekking area in Nepal, after the Annapurna and Everest regions. This fabulous trek, a perfect combination of moderate and rigorous walking, leads to the high alpine valley with the backdrop of high, snow-capped peaks. In the spring, this place is alive with wildflowers. Here you will find peace and serenity amidst the Buddhist culture. With its scenic valley and impressive gorge, affording views extending all the way to the Annapurnas, it is no wonder this is such a popular place to trek.
On this trek you will become a pilgrim and head to the shimmering lakes at Gosainkund. Here, you will find peace and serenity alongside the Buddhist and Hindu pilgrims. It is no wonder this area is sacred, as it affords views extending all the way to the Annapurnas. Cross Laurabina Yak La Pass, (4,615 m.), adjoining the Gosainkund and Helambu regions. At this higher altitude, the terrain will transform to arid alpine above the tree line, and the villages will become sparser. Descend on steep mountain trails high above the valley. Helambu is one of the most culturally wealthy regions in Nepal, home to many people of Tibetan origin.
The Yolmo people of the Helambu region are not often referred to as “Sherpas”. Their languages, customs, and clan structure do not resembles the Solu-Khumbu Sherpas of Everest. They are thought to be more akin to Langtang Bhotias, and may also have originated from the Kiayrong area of Tibet, just over the border. Their religion and monasteries display their rich Buddhist culture. You will find other mid-hill tribes and castes residing at lower elevations along the edges of the park, including Brahmins, Chettris, Newars, and some Gurungs
ITINERARIES
Day 01- Arrival Kathmandu
You will be met by Holidays Destination Trekking and Travel staffs at Airport and transferred to the hotel. The remainder of the afternoon at leisure for you to explore, Kathmandu has more World Heritage sites than any other city in the world. A pre-trek briefing will be given this evening.
Day 02- Drives from Kathmandu to Syabru Besi (1460m.) which takes about 9 hours.
Drive from Kathmandu to Syabru Besi. You must depart early for the nine hours drive to your starting point at the foot of the Langtang Valley. The road takes a scenic route, climbing high over the ridges to escape the Kathmandu Valley and provides you with a superb panorama of the Himalaya, including the Annapurnas, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal and the peaks of the Langtang region that you will soon get familiar with. Stay overnight at a hotel.
Day 03- Treks from Syabru Besi to Lama Hotel (2410m.) which takes about 7 hours.
The trail initially crosses the Bhote Kosi, flowing down from Tibet, and then gradually climbs up through the sub-tropical forests, teeming with bird-life, to join the trail from Syabru. You then follow the river, climbing through uninhabited forests of oak and rhododendron and may catch a glimpse of langur monkeys roaming through the trees. You climb along a steep trail to your camp in the forest. Overnight at local guest house.
Day 04- Treks from Lama Hotel to Langtang village (3330m.) which takes about 7 hours.
We continue climbing there are occasional glimpses of Langtang Lirung between the forests. At Ghora Tabela (3000m) the trail comes out from the forest. The trail continues to climb gently and the valley widens, passing a few temporary settlements used by herders who bring their livestock to graze in the high pastures during the summer months. There is a monastery which you can visit shortly before arriving at the village of Langtang, the headquarters of the Langtang National Park. Stay overnight at a local village lodge.
Day 05- Treks from Langtang village to Kyangjin Gompa (3730m.) which takes about 4 hours.
The trail climbs gradually through small villages and yak pastures as the valley opens out further and the views become more extensive. After crossing several small streams and moraines, the trail reaches the settlement at Kyangjin. You should arrive at Kyangjin by lunch time allowing time to acclimatize and explore the area. It is a dramatic setting with snowy peaks surrounding you in all directions. You can enjoy panoramic views of Kyangjin Ri (4750m.), Tsergo Ri (5000m.), Ganja la (5160m.), Langshi sa- ri (6427m.), Dorji Lhakpa (6430m.), Naya Kang (5844m.), Yala peak (5500m.) and so on. Stay overnight at guest house.
Day 06- Rest this day in Kyangjin Gompa.
It is a day to rest and explore the area. You can visit the monastery and the cheese factory, walk up the moraine to see the spectacular ice faces and tumbling glaciers of Langtang Lirung or ascend Tserko Ri [4984m], directly behind the village for a breathtaking panorama of the Langtang peaks. Stay overnight at a same lodge.
Day 07- Treks from Kyangjin gompa to Lama Hotel (2410m.)which takes about 6 hours.
From Kyangjin gompa we back same route, following the Langtang Khola to Langtang village and on to Ghora Tabela. After lunch you continue the steep descent to Lama Hotel. Stay overnight at local guest house.
Day 08- Treks from Lama Hotel to Thulo Syabru (2130m.) which takes about 6 hours.
We retrace your steps to Thulo Syabru, and then follow a steep path through forest which brings in to the view Syabru village and its extensive area of millet terraces. A surging path brings you to this fascinating village. This is big Tamang village in this area and there is one local monastery too. Stay overnight at a local village guest house.
Day 09- Treks from Thulo Syabru to Shing Gompa (3330m) which takes about 6 hours.
From Thulo Syabru it is a steep climb through dense forests of oak, fir and rhododendron to the top of a ridge. From here it is only a short descent to Shing Gompa. There is a Buddhist monastery, made by wood and a small cheese factory here. Stay overnight at a guest house.
Day 10- Treks from Shing Gompa to Gosaikund (4380m.) which takes about 7 hours.
From Sing Gompa you climb a trek to the main Gosainkund trail. There are good views across Langtang valley to Langtang Lirung. To the west there are dramatic views of the Ganesh Himal and Manaslu. Eventually, the trail descends from the ridge to the first of three lakes, Saraswati Kund. The second lake in the chain is named Bhairab Kund, and the third, Gosainkund. This lake is particularly sacred and a place of pilgrimage in the summer. According to legend, this lake was created by Shiva when he pierced a glacier with his trident to obtain water, quenching his thirst after taking some poison. Stay overnight at a local guest house nearby Goshainkund Lake.
Day 11- Treks from Gosaikund to Ghopte (3430m.) which takes about 6 hours.
The trail goes up Gosainkund and climbs through rugged mountain area, past four more small lakes to the Laurebina La [4610m], the highest point of this trek. Keep looking back for wonderful views of Manaslu and the mountains of the Ganesh Himal, as well as the now familiar Langtang Lirung. You then descend steeply down to phedi and walking several bamboo forests to Ghopte. Stay overnight at a local guest house.
Day 12- Treks from Ghopte to Melamchi Gaon via Tharepati Pass (3490m.) which takes about 6 hours
The first part of the trail slightly descends and then begins to ascend through the rhododendron forests until Thearepati and then you trek goes in descending order. Before climbing to Tharepati, a group of herders' huts at 3579m, then cross a stream after coming through rhododendron, oak and juniper forests. From Tharepati, the trail gradually descends through pine and rhododendron forest with good views down into the Helambu valley and across to Jugal Himal and Numbur in the Solu Khumbu. Melamchi Gaon is surrounded by beautiful forests, which is mainly inhabited by Sherpa and some Tibetan people with their unique culture. There are situated some Buddhist monasteries. Stay overnight at a local guest house.
Day 13- Treks from Melamchi Gaon to Tarkeghyang (2743m.) which takes about 5 hours.
The early part of the treks descends until you cross the stream named Melamchi. Now, treks gently up to Tarkeghyang passing through Sherpa settlements. Tarkeghyang is a beautiful Sherpa and Tibetan culture village with one of the oldest and biggest monasteries. Stay overnight at a local guest house.
Day 14- Treks from Tarkeghyang to Shermathang (2621m.) which takes about 6 hours.
This day the trail is quite easier through flat land with beautiful forests on the way. You hike on crossing some small streams on the way. There is situated a beautiful village on the half way to Shermathang. Shermathang is another pretty Sherpa village where you can visit many ancient monasteries. Here you can see Jugal Himal range at the north face of Shermathang village. Stay overnight at a local guest house.
Day 15- Treks from Shermathang to Melamchi Pul Bazaar (846m.) which takes about 6 hours.
The trail gradually descends all the way to Melamchi Pul Bazaar through meadows and cultivated fields. On the way, you come across several old villages with their own particular tradition. Stay overnight at a local guest house.
Day 16- Drive from Melamchi Pul Bazaar to Kathmandu – which takes around 5 hours.
Today travel through gravel and bumpy path up to Zero Kilo and then you follow the pitched road up to Kathmandu.
Day 17- Sightseeing Kathmandu
Today Sightseeing Kathmandu Durbar Square, Monkey temple after lunch free day.
Day 18- Transfer to the Airport for your final departure.
Holidays Destination Trekking and Travel team will take you to the airport for your flight home. On the other hand, if you prefer to stay longer, you can go for short tours such as game drive at National parks, Jungle safari, rafting, Tibet tours, mountain biking etc.
In spring, the forest are lively with the flaming blooms of wildflowers and rhododendron, the national flower, which form a beautiful contrast with the high, snow-capped peaks and the crystal blue sky.
At present, Langtang is the third most popular trekking area in Nepal, after the Annapurna and Everest regions. This fabulous trek, a perfect combination of moderate and rigorous walking, leads to the high alpine valley with the backdrop of high, snow-capped peaks. In the spring, this place is alive with wildflowers. Here you will find peace and serenity amidst the Buddhist culture. With its scenic valley and impressive gorge, affording views extending all the way to the Annapurnas, it is no wonder this is such a popular place to trek.
On this trek you will become a pilgrim and head to the shimmering lakes at Gosainkund. Here, you will find peace and serenity alongside the Buddhist and Hindu pilgrims. It is no wonder this area is sacred, as it affords views extending all the way to the Annapurnas. Cross Laurabina Yak La Pass, (4,615 m.), adjoining the Gosainkund and Helambu regions. At this higher altitude, the terrain will transform to arid alpine above the tree line, and the villages will become sparser. Descend on steep mountain trails high above the valley. Helambu is one of the most culturally wealthy regions in Nepal, home to many people of Tibetan origin.
The Yolmo people of the Helambu region are not often referred to as “Sherpas”. Their languages, customs, and clan structure do not resembles the Solu-Khumbu Sherpas of Everest. They are thought to be more akin to Langtang Bhotias, and may also have originated from the Kiayrong area of Tibet, just over the border. Their religion and monasteries display their rich Buddhist culture. You will find other mid-hill tribes and castes residing at lower elevations along the edges of the park, including Brahmins, Chettris, Newars, and some Gurungs
ITINERARIES
Day 01- Arrival Kathmandu
You will be met by Holidays Destination Trekking and Travel staffs at Airport and transferred to the hotel. The remainder of the afternoon at leisure for you to explore, Kathmandu has more World Heritage sites than any other city in the world. A pre-trek briefing will be given this evening.
Day 02- Drives from Kathmandu to Syabru Besi (1460m.) which takes about 9 hours.
Drive from Kathmandu to Syabru Besi. You must depart early for the nine hours drive to your starting point at the foot of the Langtang Valley. The road takes a scenic route, climbing high over the ridges to escape the Kathmandu Valley and provides you with a superb panorama of the Himalaya, including the Annapurnas, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal and the peaks of the Langtang region that you will soon get familiar with. Stay overnight at a hotel.
Day 03- Treks from Syabru Besi to Lama Hotel (2410m.) which takes about 7 hours.
The trail initially crosses the Bhote Kosi, flowing down from Tibet, and then gradually climbs up through the sub-tropical forests, teeming with bird-life, to join the trail from Syabru. You then follow the river, climbing through uninhabited forests of oak and rhododendron and may catch a glimpse of langur monkeys roaming through the trees. You climb along a steep trail to your camp in the forest. Overnight at local guest house.
Day 04- Treks from Lama Hotel to Langtang village (3330m.) which takes about 7 hours.
We continue climbing there are occasional glimpses of Langtang Lirung between the forests. At Ghora Tabela (3000m) the trail comes out from the forest. The trail continues to climb gently and the valley widens, passing a few temporary settlements used by herders who bring their livestock to graze in the high pastures during the summer months. There is a monastery which you can visit shortly before arriving at the village of Langtang, the headquarters of the Langtang National Park. Stay overnight at a local village lodge.
Day 05- Treks from Langtang village to Kyangjin Gompa (3730m.) which takes about 4 hours.
The trail climbs gradually through small villages and yak pastures as the valley opens out further and the views become more extensive. After crossing several small streams and moraines, the trail reaches the settlement at Kyangjin. You should arrive at Kyangjin by lunch time allowing time to acclimatize and explore the area. It is a dramatic setting with snowy peaks surrounding you in all directions. You can enjoy panoramic views of Kyangjin Ri (4750m.), Tsergo Ri (5000m.), Ganja la (5160m.), Langshi sa- ri (6427m.), Dorji Lhakpa (6430m.), Naya Kang (5844m.), Yala peak (5500m.) and so on. Stay overnight at guest house.
Day 06- Rest this day in Kyangjin Gompa.
It is a day to rest and explore the area. You can visit the monastery and the cheese factory, walk up the moraine to see the spectacular ice faces and tumbling glaciers of Langtang Lirung or ascend Tserko Ri [4984m], directly behind the village for a breathtaking panorama of the Langtang peaks. Stay overnight at a same lodge.
Day 07- Treks from Kyangjin gompa to Lama Hotel (2410m.)which takes about 6 hours.
From Kyangjin gompa we back same route, following the Langtang Khola to Langtang village and on to Ghora Tabela. After lunch you continue the steep descent to Lama Hotel. Stay overnight at local guest house.
Day 08- Treks from Lama Hotel to Thulo Syabru (2130m.) which takes about 6 hours.
We retrace your steps to Thulo Syabru, and then follow a steep path through forest which brings in to the view Syabru village and its extensive area of millet terraces. A surging path brings you to this fascinating village. This is big Tamang village in this area and there is one local monastery too. Stay overnight at a local village guest house.
Day 09- Treks from Thulo Syabru to Shing Gompa (3330m) which takes about 6 hours.
From Thulo Syabru it is a steep climb through dense forests of oak, fir and rhododendron to the top of a ridge. From here it is only a short descent to Shing Gompa. There is a Buddhist monastery, made by wood and a small cheese factory here. Stay overnight at a guest house.
Day 10- Treks from Shing Gompa to Gosaikund (4380m.) which takes about 7 hours.
From Sing Gompa you climb a trek to the main Gosainkund trail. There are good views across Langtang valley to Langtang Lirung. To the west there are dramatic views of the Ganesh Himal and Manaslu. Eventually, the trail descends from the ridge to the first of three lakes, Saraswati Kund. The second lake in the chain is named Bhairab Kund, and the third, Gosainkund. This lake is particularly sacred and a place of pilgrimage in the summer. According to legend, this lake was created by Shiva when he pierced a glacier with his trident to obtain water, quenching his thirst after taking some poison. Stay overnight at a local guest house nearby Goshainkund Lake.
Day 11- Treks from Gosaikund to Ghopte (3430m.) which takes about 6 hours.
The trail goes up Gosainkund and climbs through rugged mountain area, past four more small lakes to the Laurebina La [4610m], the highest point of this trek. Keep looking back for wonderful views of Manaslu and the mountains of the Ganesh Himal, as well as the now familiar Langtang Lirung. You then descend steeply down to phedi and walking several bamboo forests to Ghopte. Stay overnight at a local guest house.
Day 12- Treks from Ghopte to Melamchi Gaon via Tharepati Pass (3490m.) which takes about 6 hours
The first part of the trail slightly descends and then begins to ascend through the rhododendron forests until Thearepati and then you trek goes in descending order. Before climbing to Tharepati, a group of herders' huts at 3579m, then cross a stream after coming through rhododendron, oak and juniper forests. From Tharepati, the trail gradually descends through pine and rhododendron forest with good views down into the Helambu valley and across to Jugal Himal and Numbur in the Solu Khumbu. Melamchi Gaon is surrounded by beautiful forests, which is mainly inhabited by Sherpa and some Tibetan people with their unique culture. There are situated some Buddhist monasteries. Stay overnight at a local guest house.
Day 13- Treks from Melamchi Gaon to Tarkeghyang (2743m.) which takes about 5 hours.
The early part of the treks descends until you cross the stream named Melamchi. Now, treks gently up to Tarkeghyang passing through Sherpa settlements. Tarkeghyang is a beautiful Sherpa and Tibetan culture village with one of the oldest and biggest monasteries. Stay overnight at a local guest house.
Day 14- Treks from Tarkeghyang to Shermathang (2621m.) which takes about 6 hours.
This day the trail is quite easier through flat land with beautiful forests on the way. You hike on crossing some small streams on the way. There is situated a beautiful village on the half way to Shermathang. Shermathang is another pretty Sherpa village where you can visit many ancient monasteries. Here you can see Jugal Himal range at the north face of Shermathang village. Stay overnight at a local guest house.
Day 15- Treks from Shermathang to Melamchi Pul Bazaar (846m.) which takes about 6 hours.
The trail gradually descends all the way to Melamchi Pul Bazaar through meadows and cultivated fields. On the way, you come across several old villages with their own particular tradition. Stay overnight at a local guest house.
Day 16- Drive from Melamchi Pul Bazaar to Kathmandu – which takes around 5 hours.
Today travel through gravel and bumpy path up to Zero Kilo and then you follow the pitched road up to Kathmandu.
Day 17- Sightseeing Kathmandu
Today Sightseeing Kathmandu Durbar Square, Monkey temple after lunch free day.
Day 18- Transfer to the Airport for your final departure.
Holidays Destination Trekking and Travel team will take you to the airport for your flight home. On the other hand, if you prefer to stay longer, you can go for short tours such as game drive at National parks, Jungle safari, rafting, Tibet tours, mountain biking etc.
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