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The Langtang Valley Trek is a captivating adventure through Nepal’s Langtang National Park, renowned for its stunning landscapes, rich culture, and proximity to the Tibetan border. This trek offers breathtaking views of snow-capped peaks, picturesque villages, and lush forests. Whether you’re an experienced trekker or a beginner, Langtang Valley promises an unforgettable experience.
The cost of the Langtang Valley Trek varies depending on your preferences. Here’s a breakdown:
For a Group Joining Trek, costs range from $600–$900 per person, depending on group size and services included.
To trek in the Langtang Region, you’ll need:
Permits can be arranged through your trekking agency or obtained in Kathmandu.
The ideal time for the Langtang Valley Trek is:
Spring (March to May): The trails are adorned with blooming rhododendrons, and the weather is mild.
Autumn (September to November): Crisp air, clear skies, and stunning mountain views make this season perfect.
Winter (December to February) is suitable for those seeking solitude, but temperatures can drop significantly. Monsoon (June to August) brings heavy rainfall, making the trails slippery and less appealing.
Hiring a guide ensures safety, cultural insights, and navigation through trails, while porters lighten your load.
The Langtang Region is home to the Tamang people, whose culture is heavily influenced by Tibetan Buddhism. Visitors can explore ancient monasteries, prayer wheels, and colorful prayer flags. The Tamang hospitality is heartwarming, offering trekkers a glimpse into traditional lifestyles.
An all-inclusive package typically covers permits, guide and porter services, accommodation, meals, transportation, and emergency arrangements. Prices range from $1,000–$1,400, depending on customization.
Himalayan Adventure Intl Treks offers competitive rates for group treks. Costs range from $600–$900 per person, making it an affordable option for solo travelers wishing to join like-minded adventurers.
To find fixed departure dates, visit the official website of Himalayan Adventure Intl Treks or contact their team for updated schedules. Joining a fixed departure ensures cost efficiency and a chance to trek with a group.
The Langtang Valley Trek is an exceptional journey that combines natural beauty, cultural immersion, and thrilling adventures. With Himalayan Adventure Intl Treks, your experience will be seamless and memorable. Embark on this magical trek and create stories to last a lifetime!
The Langtang Valley Trek is a popular trekking route in Nepal's Langtang National Park, offering scenic landscapes, lush forests, and views of snow-capped peaks.
Langtang Valley is located in the Langtang National Park, north of Kathmandu, near the Tibetan border.
The trek typically takes 7–10 days, depending on your pace and itinerary.
The best time for the Langtang Valley Trek is during the spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November) seasons.
The Langtang Valley Trek is a moderate trek with some steep sections, but it is accessible to trekkers with average fitness.
While the trek can be done independently, hiring a guide is recommended for safety and cultural insights.
The highest point of the trek is Kyanjin Gompa, which sits at an altitude of 3,870 meters (12,696 feet).
Yes, you need a Langtang National Park Entry Permit and a TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management System) card.
The Langtang National Park Permit costs NPR 3,000, and the TIMS card costs NPR 1,000 for group trekkers or NPR 2,000 for solo trekkers.
Yes, the trek is considered safe, but proper acclimatization and preparation are essential to avoid altitude sickness.
Teahouses and lodges are available along the route, offering basic accommodation and meals.
Teahouses provide traditional Nepali meals like dal bhat, as well as international dishes like pasta, pancakes, and soups.
Food is available at teahouses, but it’s advisable to carry water purification tablets for drinking water.
Most teahouses have electricity, but charging may incur an extra cost, especially at higher altitudes.
No, there are no ATMs along the trekking route. Make sure to carry enough cash from Kathmandu.
A typical day involves 5–6 hours of trekking with breaks for meals and exploration of local villages and scenery.
The Langtang Valley Trek (LVT) is one of the most rewarding trekking experiences in Nepal, offering stunning mountain views, diverse landscapes, and rich cultural experiences. Located just north of Kathmandu, this trek is an excellent choice for trekkers looking for a relatively short yet scenic journey in the Himalayas.
This guide provides essential details about the Langtang Valley Trek, including the cost for Nepali trekkers, trek itinerary options, maps, altitude considerations, and the best seasons to visit. We also answer key questions like "How much does a Langtang Trek cost?", "Is Langtang Valley Trek worth it?", and "How long does it take to hike Langtang Valley?"
The Langtang trek cost for Nepali is significantly lower than for foreign trekkers due to permit fee differences and local pricing. Here is a rough estimate of the cost for Nepali citizens:
Transport (Kathmandu-Syabrubesi-Kathmandu): NPR 1,500–3,000 (bus/jeep)
Accommodation: NPR 500–1,000 per night
Meals (Dal Bhat, tea, snacks): NPR 500–1,000 per meal
Langtang National Park Entry Permit: NPR 100
Guide/Porter (optional): NPR 1,500–3,000 per day
Total estimated cost for a 7-day Langtang Valley Trek for Nepali trekkers: NPR 10,000–20,000, depending on food choices, accommodation, and guide services.
Discussions on Reddit suggest that budget-conscious Nepali trekkers can reduce costs further by carrying their own food, avoiding expensive lodge meals, and traveling in groups to split costs. Some trekkers even recommend camping to save money.
The Langtang Trek itinerary varies depending on trekking speed and preferences. Below are the most common itineraries:
Day 1: Drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi (1,500m) – 7 hours Day 2: Trek from Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel (2,480m) – 6 hours Day 3: Trek from Lama Hotel to Kyanjin Gompa (3,870m) – 6 hours Day 4: Explore Kyanjin Gompa, climb Kyanjin Ri (4,773m), return to Lama Hotel Day 5: Trek back to Syabrubesi, drive to Kathmandu
Day 1: Kathmandu to Syabrubesi (1,500m) – 7 hours drive
Day 2: Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel (2,480m) – 6 hours trek
Day 3: Lama Hotel to Langtang Village (3,430m) – 5 hours trek
Day 4: Langtang Village to Kyanjin Gompa (3,870m) – 4 hours trek
Day 5: Explore Kyanjin Gompa, climb Kyanjin Ri (4,773m), and back to Kyanjin Gompa
Day 6: Kyanjin Gompa to Lama Hotel (2,480m) – 6 hours trek
Day 7: Lama Hotel to Syabrubesi and drive back to Kathmandu
A Langtang trek map is essential for navigation and planning. The route follows:
Syabrubesi → Lama Hotel → Langtang Village → Kyanjin Gompa → Kyanjin Ri (optional) → return the same way.
Many maps are available in Kathmandu, and digital versions can be downloaded from trekking apps like Maps.me or Gaia GPS.
The Langtang Trek altitude ranges from 1,500m (Syabrubesi) to 4,773m (Kyanjin Ri). Altitude sickness is a concern, especially beyond 3,000m. To prevent AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness):
Acclimatize properly by spending an extra day at Kyanjin Gompa.
Stay hydrated and avoid alcohol.
Trek at a comfortable pace.
The best Langtang trek season is:
Spring (March-May): Best for rhododendron blooms and clear skies.
Autumn (September-November): Ideal for stable weather and mountain views.
Winter (December-February): Possible but very cold; trails may be snow-covered.
Monsoon (June-August): Heavy rainfall, leeches, and landslides make it challenging.
For international trekkers, the Langtang trek cost is higher due to permit fees:
TIMS Card: USD 10 (Group) or USD 20 (Solo)
Langtang National Park Permit: USD 30
Guide: USD 25–30 per day
Porter: USD 15–20 per day
Food & Accommodation: USD 20–40 per day
Transport: USD 10–15 each way (bus) or USD 150–200 (private jeep)
Total cost for a 7-day trek: USD 300–700, depending on transport and guide services.
Yes! The Langtang Valley Trek offers breathtaking scenery, rich Tamang culture, and a chance to experience the Himalayas without the crowds of Everest or Annapurna. The trek is also a way to support local communities recovering from the 2015 earthquake.
The 2015 earthquake devastated Langtang Village, with over 300 people, including locals and trekkers, losing their lives. Since then, the region has been rebuilt, and trekking is safe with new lodges and better infrastructure.
The Langtang Valley Trek typically takes 5 to 7 days, depending on pace and acclimatization needs. A shorter 3–4 day trek is possible but challenging.
The Langtang Valley Trek is an unforgettable adventure with its majestic mountains, warm local hospitality, and diverse landscapes. Whether you're a Nepali trekker looking for an affordable trip or an international traveler exploring the Himalayas, this trek is an excellent choice. Plan well, choose the right season, and enjoy the beauty of Langtang!
For booking and detailed itineraries, contact Himalayan Adventure International Treks today!
Subhamoy Ghosh
30th Jan, 2023
MORIMOTO BASE CAMP ( 4780 M) & TSERGO RI / TSERKO RI (CHERGORI) (4984 M), LANGTANG VALLEY, NEPAL ~ Successfully completed this less trodden trek in Oct-Nov 2022. Taking the path less trodden sometimes means coming to the point where the average tourist stops and venturing beyond. Most trekkers get up to Lamtang/Langtang village or Kyangjin Gompa and are stuck up by the views all around. Not that it is not a beautiful place to take a break: the views are out of this world. But after a day or ... See more two, if you itch to move on to see what is around the bend in the valley, you must swing past Kyangjin (3830 m) and Langshisha Kharka (4240 m), you start getting an indication of what is a high altitude Himalayan trek is all about. 360 degrees of mountain views, so spectacular that, they seem to have been chiseled in heaven by the Gods. Two such exquisite views we got. One from Morimoto Base Camp at 4780m which is a day beyond Langshisha Kharka from where one can see the panorama of peaks like Triangle (20571 ft), Ramthang Karpo Ri (22524 ft), Langshisha Ri (21064 ft), Morimoto (20181 ft), Bhandang Ri (21178 ft) and Gangchen Po (20712 ft). Another, trek to the 5011 m viewpoint of Tsergo Ri / Tserko Ri (Chergori), which is one of the 7 best viewpoints in Nepal Himalayas, along with Kalapathar, Gokyo Ri, Chhukung Ri, Tsergo Ri, Khopra Danda, Poon Hill, and Kyangjin Ri, from where one can see one of the most beautiful 360-degree views of peaks in sequence, like Langtang Lirung (23711 ft), Kimshung (22247 ft), Ubra (20551 ft), Yansa Tsenji (21545 ft), Shalbachum (21923 ft), Yala Peak (18045 ft), Ramthang Karpo Ri (22523 ft), Langshisha Ri (21063 ft), Gurkapo Ri (22608 ft), Loenpo Gang (22897 ft), Dorje Lakpa (22854 ft), Kanshurm (19941 ft), Ganchen Po (20712 ft), Dshabu Ri (16152 ft), Pangen Dopku (19449 ft), Ganja La Chuli (18543 ft), Naya Kanga (19180 ft), Baden Powell Scout Peak (18734 ft), Chimisedan Lek (18448 ft). What more can we expect? And after the 2015 earthquake, this valley has been one of the most iconic trek routes in the Nepal Himalayas. As you hurry back down to the town, city, or home, racing through the descending darkness, the presence of the magnificent peaks doesn't leave you. It leaves a mark on your soul forever. I thank my team members Soumendu Chatterjee, Partha Sarathi Moulik, Sumit Mukherjee, Ajoy Chakraborty, Madhusudan Das, Pulak Pakrashi, Tapan Ballav, Subhajit Chaudhuri and Pratyay Rakshit. And thanks to our guide and philosopher Binod Karki, and Himalayan Adventure Intl Treks, who helped us personally with this trek. These are some casual mobile shots of the venture See less...
Srimati Banerjee
18th May, 2023
Langtang Valley is situated in the mountains of north-central Nepal, in Bagmati province. The valley lies within the Langtang National Park, which borders Tibet. The trail from Syabrubesi to Ghoratabela goes by the side of Langtang Khola, through the dense forest of bamboo, oak, maple, pine, and various types of rhododendron. Animals found in this jungle are Himalayan black bears, snow leopards, yak, red pandas,s and various species of birds. After Ghoratabela, the valley widens up with a p... See more icturesque view of the mighty Himalayas. The local inhabitants of the Langtang Valley refer to each other as 'Langtangpa'. They generally follow Tibetan Buddhism and speak the Tibetan language. The Langtangpas regard Mt. Langtang Lirung as their 'yu-lha', their local country god. Langtang Valley is believed to be the Beyul Dagam Namgo, one of the many hidden valleys blessed by Guru Padmasambhava. The traditional livelihoods of the Langtangpas have centered around agropastoralism. Swiss cheese-making was introduced in Langtang in the 1950s by Werner Schulthess. Over time, Swiss cheese became a popular product of Langtang, and its production in the valley continues to this day. The nearest motorable road-head for the Langtang valley is Syabrubesi. The distance of Syabrubesi from Kathmandu is 125 km. But due to bad road conditions, it usually takes 7-8 hours to drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi. Bus leaves every day from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi at 6 am to 8 am as well as other defined times. The bus station in Kathmandu is called the ‘New Bus Station’. Bus fare is NC 1040 per person. The Langtang Valley requires everyone except locals to have the TIMS permit (to be done from Kathmandu) and the Langtang National Park entry permit (to be done at Dhunche at NC 1500 person for the SAARC region). By early 2018, the centuries-old gompa at Kyanjin Gompa, which had been destroyed in the earthquake, had been rebuilt. The Swiss-cheese factory at Kyanjin Gompa village was destroyed too but has been rebuilt and become operational again. The Tea Houses, are available along the way where one can sleep in a comfortable bed with blankets, and have access to showers (at extra charge) and restaurant facilities. Most of the villages are Tibetan, which gave us a great insight into their unique culture. Wifi costs anywhere from free to NC300 to use wifi at the guesthouses. NTC Sim worked in most spots after Rimche with a weak signal. The mountain seen on the trail is Mt. Langshisha, Mt. Langtang Lirung, Kiyanjin Ri, Tsergori, Yala Peak, Ganesh Himal, and many more. Our itinerary was Day 1 Kolkata to Kathmandu Day 2: Drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi (1550m) 8 hours by bus Syabrubesi to Rimche (2,500m) 6 hours (stayed at Ganesh View Hotel & Lodge) Day 3: Rimche to Langtang Gompa (3600 meters) via Ghoratabela 7 hours (stayed at Langtang View guest house) Day 4: Langtang Gompa to Kyanjin Gompa (3,870m) 6 hours. (Stayed at Moonlight Guest House) Day 5: Kyanjin Gompa Day 6: Kyanjin Gompa to Langtang Lirung Lake and down to Ghoratabela (3030 m) 6 hrs (stayed at hotel Tibetan) Day 7: Ghoratabela to Syabrubesi (1550m) 7 hours Day 8: Drive from Syabrubesi to Kathmandu for 7 hours. Day 9- Kathmandu Day 10 - Kathmandu to Kolkata Note: There is an army and police check post at Dhunche where they check the permits and travelers' bags and rucksacks. At Ghoratabela there is another police check post where the permits are checked and thereafter allow the trekkers to move ahead. In the entire route starting from Syabrubesi foods are quite expensive where dal - bhat costs NC 600-700, one cup of black tea at NC 150, and one piece of boiled egg at NC 200. In Langtang Gompa and Kiyanjin electricity is available and mobiles can be charged without any extra cost. Our trek was organized by Mr. Binod Karki. Himalayan Adventure Intl Treks See less...
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