Langtang Helambu Trek
Trip Duration
18 Days
Activities
Trekking
Grade
Moderate
Max Altitude
5,010 meters
Best Season
Spring season (March to May)
Accomodation
Hotel/Teahouse
Langtang Helambu Trek Overview
The Langtang and Gosaikunda Trek combined with the Helambu Trek provide one of the most stunning yet comparatively lesser-explored parts of Nepal. The trek embraces the valleys of Langtang, the transcendental Lake of Gosaikunda, and the culturally vibrant Helambu region.
Located north of Kathmandu Valley and close to the Tibetan border, this trek is also called the Langtang Circuit Trek. This trek lasts 18 days and offers a relatively higher level of isolation than other such popular trails as the EBC or the ABC trail.
Some of the prominent features of the Langtang trek include Langtang National Park, Langtang Valley, Kyanjin Gompa and Kyanjin Ri, Laurebina Pass, and the tranquility of Gosaikunda Lake.
The final point of the trek is the area known as the Helambu Valley, famous for its ethnic roots and traditions of people. Tourists can encounter the Red Panda, the Himalayan Black Bear, the Wild Boar, and even the Langur monkeys in the Langtang National Park.
While the trek brings you close to nature in the Himalayas, it also gives a valuable insight into the ethnological pattern of the language, tradition, and aesthetics of the ethnic Tibetans. You will come across a trekking experience that offers both the beauty of nature and interaction with traditional communities.
Trek Highlights
- Wonderful sightseeing of the fantastic Langtang Gorge.
- Majestic views of Mt. Langtang Lirung (7,246 m), Gang Chhenpo (6,388 m), or Naya Kangri (5,846 m)
- Pass through forests, alpine meadows, and tough terrain, virtually adding the scenic beauty of nature everywhere.
- Famous pilgrimage places of Nepal, Gosaikunda (4,460 m), Ganeshkunda, and Saraswatikunda.
Brief Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu
Day 02: Sightseeing in Kathmandu
Day 03: Drive to Syabru Besi on a Private Tourist Vehicle
Day 04: Trek to Lama Hotel
Day 05: Trek to Langtang village
Day 06: Trek to Kyanjin Gompa
Day 07: Kyanjin Gompa Exploration Day
Day 08: Trek Back to Lama Hotel
Day 09: Trek to Thulo Syabru
Day 10: Trek to Sing Gompa
Day 11: Trek to Gosaikunda
Day 12: Cross the Laurebinayak Pass and Trek to Ghopte
Day 13: Trek to Melamchi Gaon via Tharepati Pass
Day 14: Trek to Tarkeghyang
Day 15: Trek to Shermathang
Day 16: Trek to Melamchi Pul Bazaar
Day 17: Drive from Melamchi Pul Bazaar to Kathmandu on a Private Tourist Vehicle
Day 18: Final Departure
Detailed Itinerary
Expand AllOn this day you’ll arrive in Kathmandu. Our representatives will be there to pick you up at the Tribhuwan International Airport. They will take you to a hotel in Thamel which is also a popular tourist destination.
Upon arriving at the hotel, you can roam around the city a bit and try local to foreign cuisines in some eateries. But make sure you also get enough rest as your journey will be starting from tomorrow onwards.
On the second day, you’ll be heading towards the UNESCO heritage sites in and around Kathmandu after breakfast. You’ll be heading towards Swayambhu which is located at the top of a hill on the west side of Kathmandu. It is a pilgrimage site for Buddhist and Tibetan peoples.
Then you’ll head towards Patan Durbar Square which is a world heritage site. One can enjoy the scenarios of durbars which are Newari architecture created for Malla Kings in the 1600s and are situated at the center of Lalitpur.
Pashupatinath which is the biggest pilgrimage site for Hindus in Nepal. The temple covers has more than 519 pagodas all together.
Lastly you’ll visit Boudhanath which is a Buddhist temple and also a popular tourist destination. You can find several cafes and a wide variety of local and Tibetan eateries here. By bidding our goodbye to Bouddha, you’ll head back to our hotel and end our day here.
On this day, you’ll be heading toward Syabru Besi which is approximately 111 kilometers away from Kathmandu. It will take around 5-6 hours to reach there.
You’ll not have to worry much because our Private Tourist bus will receive you from the hotel and drop you off at Besi Sahar whereas there will be no compromise on the roadway services from us.
Today, your trek will officially start. You’ll be leaving Syabru Besi in the early morning after your breakfast.
You’ll trek through the Langtang Khola for about 5-6 hours and reach Lama Hotel which is at a height of 2410 m. You’ll then stroll around and then rest in the Lama Hotel for the day after having dinner.
You’ll continue your trek to Langtang Village on this day. You’ll trek through lush forests and enjoy the vistas of Langtang Himal.
Langtang Village is located at 3330 m which you will reach after hiking continuously for 6-7 hours. You will eat and stay in the beautiful Langtang Village.
After having breakfast, you will trek to Kyangjin Gompa, leaving the Langtang Village behind. The tail today will take you through scenic valleys, yak pastures, and glacial streams.
Kaynjin Gompa situated at a height of 3730 m is a Buddhist monastery and a small village garnished by Himalayan peaks all around. You will reach here by trekking for 4-5 hours and will be putting a full stop for the day in a teahouse.
This day is separated for Kyanjin Gompa exploration where you can also take it as a day for acclimatization. You will roam around the whole village for the day and enjoy the views of Cherko Ri and also trek to Langshisa Kharka.
You will not ascend or descend today. After exploring the Kyanjin Gompa area for a whole day you will rest for the day.
After roaming around in the Kyanjin Gompa and digging deep into the Tibetan Buddhist culture you will be hiking back to Lama Hotel.
It will take around 6-7 hours. You will have your dinner and rest for the day at the lama hotel.
Today, you will be heading towards Thulo Syabru today which is at a height of 2210m. This trek’s duration is around 5-6 hours and the trail will take you through the dense forests and beautiful vistas of the surrounding peaks.
Thulo Sypahru is a traditional Tamang village that holds a strong threshold to the culture. If you are lucky you can participate in the festivals and rituals that they hold at such a height and keep the culture alive.
You will be heading towards Sing Gompa village which will take you around 5-6 hours. The village is located at an elevation of 3250 m.
The trial will take you through beautiful rhododendron forests and gift you with beautiful vistas of the Ganesh Himal and Langtang Himal ranges. After getting to Sing Gompa you will be resting in a tea house.
As your trek continues, you will be heading towards Gosaikunda today. Gosaikunda is a sacred Lake that holds a religious significance for the Hindu and Buddhist community and is located at a height of 4380 m.
You will roam around the Gosaikunda area a bit and return to your teahouse near the lake as you will be ending your day there and be prepared for tomorrow.
Giving continuity to the trek, you will be heading towards Ghopte hiking through the Laurebinayak Pass(4610 m). The trek will be a bit hectic as you will be trekking for 8-9 hours today.
After crossing the Laurebinayak Pass you will be heading to Ghopte. Ghopte is a small village with fewer human settlements which is also a connecting point of Gosaikunda and Helambu trek. You will be staying here for the night.
Today, you will continue your trek to Melamchi Gaon by crossing paths from the Tharepati Pass. The trek will offer you wonderful views of Ganesh Himal.
The trek will go through beautiful tiny villages like Tarke Gyang and Sermathang. After reaching Melamchi Gaon, you will stay here in a teahouse for the day.
After having breakfast, you will be leaving Melemchi Gaon as your destination for the day is Tarkeghyang. It will take approximately 5 hours to get there.
Tarkeghyang is a beautiful Sherpa village which is located at a height of 2840m. You will be staying in a teahouse after having dinner here.
Today you will be heading towards Shermathang which is a beautiful village at a height of 2590m and will take around 5-6 hours.
You will enjoy the trail as it will take you through rhododendron forests and offer you beautiful vistas of the Himalayan ranges.
You will be heading towards Melamchi Pul Bazaar. It is also the end of the trekking/ hiking section. The trek duration for today is around 5-6 hours.
Melamchi Pul Bazaar is a town popular for its bustling market. It is at an altitude of 870m and is a traditional village. You will be resting here for the day and be prepared for tomorrow.
You will be leaving the bustling street market of the Melamchi Pul Bazaar and leave for Kathmandu in the early morning. It will only take you around 5 hours to reach Kathmandu.
You will be leaving on a private tourist vehicle, so your journey will be a comfortable one. Upon reaching Kathmandu, get rest, or else you can also roam around the city and buy souvenirs for your loved ones.
Well, it’s a full stop for your 18-day trek but remember, not your passion. Today is the day you bid final goodbyes to each other until you meet with the same ambition someday.
Pack your bags and see if you have left anything behind or if you have something to purchase for yourself.
Well, it’s the goodbyes and you know goodbyes are not forever. Do remember us if you want to explore more of the trekking section in Nepal.
Best Time of the Trek
The appropriate season to undertake the Langtang Trek is during the autumn, which is from September to November, and the spring, which is from February to May. At these times, the weather is usually good, and the trekkers get the best experience throughout trekking.
During the autumn season, the weather is favorable and there are few uncertainties, which means that the view of the mountains is very clear. This season is perhaps the best for the trekkers due to the good weather and wonderful scenery to admire.
Spring is another right season to start the Langtang Helambu Trek. The temperature begins to rise gradually and the valley is filled with the colors of blooming Rhododendron flowers. These beautiful flowers are found on the hills and slopes, and this makes the outlook of the area look more attractive, giving trekking enthusiasts a good view while trekking.
During the monsoon, trails may be wet and therefore slippery, which makes trekking more difficult. However, if you are open to rain and prefer the trails with a lesser crowd, this season can turn out to be an adventurous one.
As a reminder for anyone who will be coming to the Langtang region, it is advisable to inquire about the weather of the area and the expected changes. As for any trek, it is also wise to go with an experienced hiking buddy and guide who will be able and willing to lead the adventure and keep you safe at the same time.
Trek Difficulty
The Langtang Helambu Trek is estimated to be moderately difficult. Although it is connected to Kathmandu and also has beautiful natural beauty along with friendly touches of the native people, it has its hardships.
The trek starts from the Kathmandu Valley and follows a day’s drive to Syabrubesi; hence, there is no need to spend extra money for a flight or for transferring to another region. From there, each day of the trek gets you through the attractive shire, terracing agriculture, and the natural pine forest and bamboo.
The trek takes you to nearly 5,000 meters at Kyanjin Gompa, from where you can have the finest views of the mountains. There is a high possibility of getting acute mountain sickness (AMS). As for the trekking preparation, some general activities should be done to have a better cardiovascular fitness level, for example, running or walking.
Our guide will be very experienced in the mountains and will prevent you from getting too tired during the trek. One should follow all the instructions given by the guide, move at a comfortable and slow pace, and look out for signs of AMS.
Most travel itineraries feature enough ‘ safety days’ as they refer to them, that is, enough days to help one avoid altitude sickness. In this way, being protected and cautious and following all the precautions, it is possible to have a very interesting and safe trek in the Langtang Valley.
Langtang Helambu Trek FAQS
Expand AllThe Langtang Valley Trek is one of the treks situated in the northern part of the country; Rasuwa district, to be precise, in the Bagmati province region of Nepal. The trek is in the Langtang National Park; one may get to see some of the endangered species of flora and fauna in this region.
Langtang Valley Trek is one of the nearest treks in Nepal. Relative to other treks in Nepal, it begins about 190 km from Kathmandu and is considered one of the shortest treks.
There are many different treks that one can try, but based on the level of difficulty, Langtang Valley Trek is one of the easier to moderate treks. In the case of the Langtang Valley Trek, it is not mandatory to have experience, and you don’t require the skills of a mountain climber. During trekking, one has to walk at least 60-70 kilometers while covering at least 7 hours daily during the whole trek.
It is not necessary to have earlier experience of the Langtang Valley Trek. The easiest one is Langtang Valley Trek, and even if you have no prior experience, there will be no serious things that need a trekking experience beforehand.
In most of the trekking in Nepal, you require two permits for the Langtang Valley Trek. The first one is TIMS, which is also known as Trekkers Information Management System and Langtang National Park entry permit.
As for the best time to trek it again, it varies with the season that one will be using to get to the Langang Valley. In Nepal, two seasons are considered peak seasons: spring and autumn. Likewise, winter and monsoon are recognized as off-season periods.
During the trekking to the Langtang Valley, you come across the sequence of teahouses or trekking lodges; it is not luxurious in service and food but offer basic needs related to food and lodgings to the trekkers.
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