Langtang Valley Trek 7 days
From breathtaking mountain scenery to serene walks along beautiful landscapes, Langtang Valley Trek has it all. The affluent glaciers, frozen lake, trekking peaks, and vantage points around the valley make it an ideal place to trek. Notably, the enriched Tamang heritage, beautiful hamlets, and ethnicity are one to watch. What makes it the best fit is that it’s short, easy, and one of the most affordable treks in Nepal.
If there’s one word that describes Langtang Valley perfectly, it is underrated. It may not be as popular as Everest Base Camp Trek and Annapurna Base Camp Trek. When it comes to preserved culture, mountain panorama, beautiful pasture lands, and serene off-beat paths, Langtang is second to none.
Langtang Valley Trek- Highlights
- The adventurous trek route takes you over beautiful forests, waterfalls, snow-cladded valleys, glaciers, diverse landscapes, and mountains.
- Ideal region for you to spot Red Pandas (aka Habre) and endangered Snow Leopard for animal watching or research purposes.
- Amazingly, Langtang valley offers you a hike to Tsergo-Ri (5,000 meters) for breathtaking mountain views.
- Visit the local cheese factory and the oldest Buddhist monastery in Kyanjin, Kyanjin Gompa.
- Hike through the serene landscapes and forests of Langtang National Park.
Langtang Valley Trek Cost
If you’ve planned for Langtang Trek in 2024, we’ve exciting departures lined up for the Spring and Autumn seasons. To make this trek reasonable, we’ve made the cost affordable.
We have individual and group prices as low as USD 600. Here’s a table we’ve come up with that gives you an overview of Langtang Trek Cost in 2024.
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Pax |
Cost (USD) | Want to book? |
| 1 | 800 | |
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2-3 |
750 | Inquire Now! |
| 4-5 | 700 | |
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6-10 |
650 |
Langtang Valley Trek Cost Details
Cost Includes
- 7 breakfast, 7 lunch, 6 dinner
- Twin sharing rooms throughout the trek
- All ground transportation including airport pickup and drop
- Trek guide and porter based on group size
- Trek permit (Langtang National Park entry fee, TIMS Card)
- First aid
- Miscellaneous stuff like down jacket, trekking poles, and sleeping bag (must return after the trek)
Cost Excludes
- Travel insurance, emergency rescue fee, loss and theft of personal stuffs (get travel insurance)
- Personal expenses like hot water shower, hot drinking water, wifi, electricity, etc.
- On-arrival visa fees
- Additional trek porter, horse ride, etc.
Awe-struck landscapes of Langtang
Langtang Valley sits 30 km inwards Nepal from the Tibetan border. North of this valley is a beautiful Langtang mountain range, with Langtang Lirung (7,245 meters) being the highest peak. Chim Se Danda (ridge), Ganja La Pass (5,122 meters), and Jugal Himal sit south of the Langtang Valley. The seepage from the glaciers of Mt. Dorje Lakpa, Langtang Lirung, and several other peaks feed the Langtang River that flows through the valley.
Langtang Valley Trek takes you to this heavenly landscape.
Enveloped by the scenic Dorje Lakpa (6, 966 meters) and Shisha Pangma (8, 013 meters), the two tallest peaks of Tibet are utterly visible during this trek.
There are other beautiful destinations in Langtang Valley than Kyanjin Gompa and Tsergo Ri that are worth the walk. High-altitude lake treks like Gosaikunda Trek, Bhairav Kunda Trek, and Dudh Kunda Trek are popular treks combined with Langtang Valley.
Panoramic Langtang Mountain Range
Langtang Valley is ample of North-Central mountains of Himalaya. There are 13 prominent mountains in the region. The highest mountain is Langtang Lirung (7,234 meters) and the lowest is Yala Peak (5,520 meters).
While on Langtang Valley Trek, you’ll see a handful of mountains in the region, including the close view of Langtang Lirung. Also, you’ll see the distinctive shaped Gangchenpo from Kyanjin Gompa and Tsergo Ri.
Tip: The sunrise over Langtang Lirung and sunset over Gangchenpo are show stealers. Don’t miss these moments.
Langtang Ri, Dorje Lhakpa, Loenpo Gang, Changbu, Langsisha Ri, and Morimoto are popular peaks in the region. You’ll behold these mountains while on a trek to Langtang. Moreover, you’ll trek to Tsergo Ri for the utmost view of the entire Langtang range.
People, culture, and traditions of Langtang Valley
Other exciting elements of Langtang Trek are the people, their cultures, and traditions. Although this place is close to Kathmandu, it’s still far off from the touch of modernism. Thus, you’ll get an unblemished Tamang cultural experience during the trek.
You’ll meet a handful of local people on the trek every day, whether walking or sitting at a tea house. Their language, attire, and way of life are the ones to watch. You’ll be impressed by their welcoming gestures and the warmth they talk with you.
Every day on the trek, you’ll come across the Buddhist prayer flags, stupas, mani-walls, and wheels. Even the decoration of tea houses showcases the enriched Tamang heritage and Buddhism. These elements not only make the trail look good but also offer serenity and a humble cultural experience to those new to it.
During Lhosar and Buddha Purnima, they hold celebrations. If you plan your Langtang Valley trek during these events in February and May, you’ll get the opportunity to learn and experience more about their wholesome traditions. Dancing, drinking, eating, and laughter-filled moments certainly elevate your Langtang Trek as a cultural trek in Nepal.
Moderate grade Langtang Trek: Ideal for novice trekkers
Langtang Valley Trek is an easy to moderate-grade trek. It means there are no challenging sections on the route where you’ll have difficulty walking. Due to this, this trek is ideal for first-time trekkers. Also, if you’re considering Everest Base Camp Trek or Annapurna Circuit Trek, trekking to Langtang can be a preparation and acclimatization walk.
The end-stop you’ll reach on this trek is 3,860 meters at Kyanjin Gompa. And if you wish to trek to Tsergo Ri, you’ll hike to an altitude of 5,033 meters. However, most trekkers trek to Kyanjin Ri at 4,700 meters altitude.
Considering the altitude, it’s not much. Moreover, trekkers barely get altitude sickness while trekking to Kyanjin Gompa and Kyanjin Ri.
7 days Langtang Trek Itinerary- Detailed Breakdown
Day 2: Trek from Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel (2,447 meters, 15.7 km/9.7 miles, 5 hours)
You'll start the trek after breakfast at the lodge in Syabrubesi.
After leaving Syabru, you'll cross a bridge over the confluence of Langtang Khola and Trishuli. Then, you'll pass by the under-construction Langtang Khola Hydropower station. The trail progresses along the serene Langtang River.
You'll first reach Pairo after some uphill walk. One hour further uphill from Pairo takes you to Bamboo. And at Bamboo, you'll stop for lunch.
From Bamboo, you'll trek to Langtang Khola Bridge, walk uphill, cross Rimche landslide, and trek to Rimche. Past Rimche, you'll walk a further 1 km for 30 minutes to Lama Hotel.
As you trek past Pairo, you'll walk along the beautiful forest full of rhododendron blossom. Also, the thick bamboo forest, rustling forest, and chirping birds make your walk serene.
You'll settle in at a tea house in the Lama Hotel.
Day 3: Trek from Lama Hotel-Langtang (3,500 meters, 14 km/8.6 miles, 5 hours)
Breakfast at the tea house in Lama Hotel follows the 14 km walk to Langtang Village.
After leaving Lama Hotel, you'll walk along the beautiful Langtang river shore to Riverside Lodge. The trail progresses through the serene forest, bridges, and beautiful scenery.
You'll first reach Riverside after an hour's walk from Lama Hotel. Half an hour's walk from Riverside takes you to Woodland. From here, you'll cross a bridge and ascend to Ghoda Tabela. There aren't many steep sections between Lama Hotel and Ghodatabela on the route. But the altitude gain makes the walk tiring.
However, once you reach Ghodatabela, it starts getting comfortable to walk. The only steep section to Langtang is at Thangshyap. With a great mountain panorama and beautiful valley, you'll trek to Langtang Village in no time.
You'll settle in at a tea house in Langtang Village.
Day 4: Trek from Langtang-Kyanjin (3,800 meters, 6.7 km/4.1 miles, 2-3 hours). Trek to Kyanjin Ri in evening (4,600 meters, 5 km/3.1 miles, 3 hours).
Breakfast at a tea house in Langtang starts your morning. Meanwhile, your guide prepares everything for today's trek.
A 5-10 minute walk along the stone-paved alleys of Langtang Village takes you to an open space. From here, you'll get a nice view of Langtang Village. To the north, you'll get the first glimpse of the mountains of the Langtang region as Gangchenpo and Loenpo Gang.
The 45-minute walk from Langtang takes you to Mundu. You'll walk further to Singdum, Yamphu, Kyanjin Hydro, and Kyanjin Gompa. The first glimpse of snow peaks, boulder faces, oddly-shaped rocks, stupas, mani walls, and a turquoise blue river completes your walk.
You'll settle in at a tea house for lunch, dinner, and overnight accommodation.
After lunch, you'll rest for 2-3 hours.
In the afternoon, around 2 pm, you'll start trekking to Kyanjin Ri Peak. It's a steep uphill walk that rewards the great view of Langtang Lirung, glaciers, and surrounding mountain peaks.
You'll return to a tea house in the evening after completing the walk to Kyanjin Ri.
Day 5: Trek from Kyanjin Gompa to Tsergo Ri (5,033 meters, 17.7 km/10.9 miles, 7hours). Return to Kyanjin Gompa and trek down to Langtang Village (3,800 meters, 6.7 km/4.1 miles, 2-3 hours)
Day 5 of your Langtang Valley Trek 7 days see you trekking to Tsergo Ri at 5,033 meters, the highest elevation you'll reach on the Langtang trek. As it's a long day of walking, you'll start the trek at 5 am.
You'll walk on a near-horizontal surface from Kyanjin for 30 minutes. And the rest is to ascend right to the top.
From the top of Tsergo Ri, you'll get the best view of the mountains, landscape, and beautiful sky. The actual accomplishment of Langtang Trek comes as you stand on the top of Tsergo Ri.
You'll have the packed lunch served by your trek guide at the top. Eating lunch at 5,033 meters is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. You'll enjoy every moment spent on the top with a heavenly panorama.
You'll descend to Kyanjin Gompa after spending 1-2 hours at the top of Tsergo Ri. It takes 3 hours from the top to Kyanjin.
Once you reach the tea house, you'll stop for tea, coffee, and rest. After that, you'll prepare the walk down to Langtang Village.
You'll walk the main route to the Langtang. Overnight at a tea house in Langtang Village.
Day 6: Trek from Langtang to Bamboo (1,970 meters, 20 km/12.4 miles, 7 hours)
Langtang to Bamboo is a long day walk. It seems a long walk of 20 km, but it's a complete descent walk.
As on previous days, you'll begin with breakfast at a tea house in Langtang. You'll trek along Chyamki, Thangshyap, Ghodatabela, Lama Hotel, Rimche, and Bamboo.
You'll stop for lunch at the Lama Hotel.
After 7 hours of walking, you'll reach Bamboo, where you'll settle in for overnight accommodation.
Day 7: Trek from Bamboo to Syabrubesi (1,462 meters, 10 km/6.2 miles, 3 hours). Drive back to Kathmandu (1,345 meters, 122 km, 6 hours)
You'll start the trek from Bamboo to Syabru around 6 am. It takes 3-4 hours for you to reach Syabru.
With breakfast at a tea house in Bamboo, you'll trek to Syabrubesi. You'll stop for lunch at Dhunche.
At Syabrubesi, you'll get picked up in a private jeep ride to Kathmandu. It'll be a 6-7 hour drive back to the capital city along Pasang Lhamu Highway.
Once you reach Kathmandu, you'll get a hotel transfer. Your guide sees you off to the hotel you'll accommodate in Kathmandu.
With this, your 7-day Langtang Trek ends.
Essential Trek Information
Best time to trek Langtang Valley
There are two best seasons to trek to Langtang. March, April, and May are three beautiful Spring months best for this trek. Also, in Autumn, September to November is another best time to trek here. April and October are the two busiest months with crowds of trekkers.
March and April are the best time to trek Langtang because of the snow-capped mountains and rhododendron blossoms. Particularly in April, the rhododendron blossom makes the lower regions like Pairo, Lama Hotel, and Ghodatabela amazing. Moreover, the snow-capped mountain view from Kyanjin Ri and Tsergo Ri makes the panorama wholesome.
September and October are best for clear weather days. As these are post-rainy months, you’ll get to see greenery till Kyanjin. The rain-washed landscape with fresh and green makes the surroundings awe. Also, the temperature in Autumn starts getting low, making it warm and favorable for day walks.
June-August are rainy months and not the best for this trek. And from December-February, it becomes cold during daytime and freezing during nighttime. Also, the snowfall in winter makes it challenging to trek to Langtang. During Summer and Winter, most tea houses remain closed due to cold and rain, and almost no trekkers.
We have exciting fixed-departure trips you can join if you’re planning Langtang Trek in Spring 2024. Email us at mailtoneptrek@gmail.com to learn more about Langtang Valley Trek’s Cost and availability.
Langtang Valley Trek Distance
Langtang Trek distance is 77 km/48 miles, from Syabrubesi-Kyanjin Gompa-Syabrubesi. Trekkers take 6-7 days to complete this trek. However, some trekkers trek further to Gosaikunda Lake after returning to Pairo from Langtang. Hence, on Langtang Gosaikunda Trek, trekkers further hike 30 km to Gosaikunda Lake and Dhunche.
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From |
To |
Distance |
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Syabrubesi |
Pairo | 6.6 km |
| Pairo | Bamboo |
3.4 km |
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Bamboo |
Rimche | 4.5 km |
| Rimche | Lama Hotel |
1.2 km |
|
Lama Hotel |
Ghodatabela | 7 km |
| Ghodatabela | Thangshyap |
2 km |
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Thangshyap |
Langtang | 5 km |
| Langtang | Kyanjin Gompa |
6.7 km |
Considering this, Langtang Valley Trek is among short-distance and easy treks in Nepal.
Langtang Trek Difficulty
Based on your fitness and trek experience, Langtang Trek can be easy, moderate, or demanding.
The altitude gain of more than 2000 meters on the first two days and lengthier steep ascends make it demanding. Still, it’s among the easy and first-to-take treks in Nepal.
If you’re a novice trekker, trekking to Langtang and Kyanjin is absolute. It can be demanding but rewarding with wholesome adventure, mountain panorama, and cultural experience. However, if you have some high-altitude trek experience,Langtang Trek can be easy. Also, you can plan 7 days Langtang Valley Trekking as an acclimatization trek before joining on demanding treks like Everest Base Camp Trek.
Moreover, the end destination of this trek is Kyanjin Gompa. It sits at an altitude of just 3,800 meters. Being a low-altitude end-destination, Langtang Valley is easy to trek. Moreover, Langtang Trek Distance, being just 77 km, makes it easy to complete in 7 days.
Meals and Accommodation
During 7 days of Langtang Trek, you’ll get seven breakfasts, seven lunches, and seven dinners, including one welcome/farewell dinner in Kathmandu.
Breakfast items include toast, chapati, butter and jam, Tibetan bread, porridge, pies, coffee, tea, and more.
You’ll have plenty of choices for lunch and dinner. It includes Dal Bhat with lentil soup and cooked vegetables, a staple Nepali dish. Dumplings, noodles, spaghetti, burgers, fries, chapati, fried rice, and so forth are popular meals for lunch and dinner. Also, you’ll get one hot drink like Masala tea and coffee on each meal.
Twin-sharing rooms at tea houses are popular for overnight accommodation. You’ll get attached bathrooms at Syabru, Langtang, and Kyanjin. However, you may not get an attached bathroom at tea houses in the Lama Hotel.
Except for Lama Hotel, you’ll get electricity to charge your phones, batteries, and gadgets. However, you’ve to pay extra fees up to Rs. 300 per use of each amenity. Hot water showers are available at every tea house and cost Rs. 300-500. Also, you’ll get wifi at most places that cost Rs. 200-300.
Please note that you’ll pay for wifi, hot water shower, and electricity charges. These amenities are exclusive to Langtang Trek cost you pay us while booking the trek.
Trek safety and security
While on Langtang Trek with us, you’ll get a licensed trekking guide and porter. These are our utmost professional field staff who ensure your total safety throughout the trek.
You’ll trek in a group that prevents you from getting lost on the route. Also, our fixed-group departure ensures that the trek guide can give attention to each trekker. Further, you’ll get accommodation at the best tea houses that offer security to trekkers.
You’ll get an on-time helicopter evacuation during health emergencies and altitude sickness. Moreover, your trek guide gives first aid treatments if you get minor injuries while trekking.
International Travel Insurance
Langtang Valley Trek is a high-altitude trek in a remote region of Langtang National Park. It’s a difficult-to-access region. And if you get injured or sick on the trek, calling a helicopter for rescue becomes expensive and complicated.
Hence, with travel insurance, it’s easy to call a helicopter for rescue. Also, your travel insurance covers helicopter rescue costs and other medication costs.
Not only during medical emergencies, but travel insurance also compensates for multiple issues like theft and robbery of your stuff and gadgets.
Thus, we strongly recommend you purchase an international travel insurance policy before flying to Nepal for Langtang Trek. We request you provide proof of your insurance purchase after you book the trek with us.
Langtang Trek etiquette
There are certain things you must be well aware of during the trek. It not only makes your trek experience better but also makes you a responsible trekker.
Foremost, Langtang is a Buddhist area. Everyone here practices Buddhism. No matter your religion, while trekking here, you must respect every element of Buddhism. Meat, campfires, and BBQs are not allowed anywhere on the trek.
Second, you’ll trek inside the Langtang National Park area. Thus, you must comply with all the policies and guidelines of the national park. You can’t carry camera drones (carry with drone permit), speakers, knives, and lighters. Moreover, you can’t kill the animal and harm the vegetation.
Further, littering with plastic wrappers and unused personal stuff is strictly prohibited. As we prioritize carbon-zero trekking, we kindly recommend your support of our initiative. If possible, please carry non-plastic water bottles. Also, we suggest you dump plastic wrappers on the bins on the route and at tea houses.
Transportation during the trek
We’ll offer complete ground transport for your 7 days on Langtang Trek. All these transportations are inclusive of the package cost.
Upon your arrival at Kathmandu airport, you’ll get a hotel transfer in a private vehicle. Similarly, you’ll get a hotel-to-airport transfer on the day of your flight’s departure.
To start the trek, you’ll get a private vehicle drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi. We’ll provide a Scorpio or Bolero jeep that ensures comfort and luxury. Likewise, you’ll get a similar private vehicle drive on your return to Kathmandu.
Langtang Trek Permit
You’ll need two permits to trek to Langtang Valley. One is the national park entrance permit and another is the TIMS Card. TIMS Card costs Rs. 2000 and Langtang National Park entrance permit costs Rs. 3000.
Once you pay the Langtang Valley Trek Cost after booking the trek with us, we’ll process your permits. Also, all the essential permits are included in the trek cost you pay to us.
Here’s our blog on Langtang Valley Trek Permits if you want to learn more about them.
Langtang Valley Tre FAQs
Who Can Trek?
Is there any age restriction for this trek?
Yes. Langtang Valley is a high-altitude region that not all age groups can trek to. We recommend not undertaking this trek if you are:
- Less than ten years
- More than 70 years
- A pregnant woman
- Someone with existing chronic health issues
I am a female solo trekker. Can I trek to Langtang Valley for seven days?
Yes. With our experienced trek guide and proper planned logistics, you can complete this trek with a wholesome experience.
Nepal is safe for all groups of travelers. As a result, even if you're a female trekker, you'll be safe during the trip. Furthermore, the locals actively encourage female trekkers to trek to Langtang.
For your convenience, we'll provide you with a female trek guide if needed.
Physical Fitness Requirements
How can I prepare myself for this trek?
As physical fitness is a must for this trek, there are many ways you can improve it.
The most significant and helpful exercises are those that involve cardio. These exercises support effective breathing.
- Cycling
- Swimming
- Jogging and running (treadmill)
- Hiking (at least twice)
Note: We recommend you train with these exercises two months prior to the trek's start date. With ample training, you'll be fit for the trek.
Weather and Temperature
What weather and temperature can I expect during the trek?
There are four seasons in Nepal. As a result, the weather and temperature at Langtang Valley vary depending on the time you trek here.
To put things in perspective, here's a brief overview of the weather and temperature in Langtang Valley for four seasons.
Spring (March-May)
Everyone enjoys trekking to Langtang Valley in the spring because it's one of the best times to do so. Why? The weather and temperature turn out to be ideal for the journey.
The blue skies, rhododendron blossoms, and snow-filled Langtang mountains make the trek the best. Also, it doesn't rain in March and April, which lets trekkers trek all day in pleasing weather.
Despite lower regions being warm, high-altitude places like Langtang and Kyanjin remain cold and freezing. The daytime temperature averages 6-7˚C, and the nighttime remains below 0˚C.
Autumn (September-November)
The clear days with greenery and snow capped mountains make autumn another great time to trek to Langtang Valley. From late September, trekkers start to flock in for this amazing trek.
With the summer rain, even Kyajnin Gompa turns lively green. The warm temperature, clear skies, and beautiful panorama also make autumn a busy time for this trek.
In the autumn, Langtang and Kyanjin Gompa remain very cold. The daytime temperature in higher regions averages 3–4 °C. Likewise, the nighttime temperature averages -5 °C in September and -15 °C in November.
Summer (June-August)
The summer months, from June to August, are hot, humid, and rainy. As a result, not many hikers plan the Langtang Valley Trek in these months. However, the summer trek is exciting due to the greenery, fresh outlook, and mountains.
The average temperature in these months is 10 °C at Kyanjin Gompa and Langtang Valley. The lower regions, however, remain very humid.
Due to rain, leeches, and overcast, we don't recommend you trek to Langtang in the summer months.
Winter (December-February)
December to February are the coldest months in Nepal. Hence, high-altitude trekking often gets challenging due to the drop in temperature. However, with proper clothing and gear, you can do this trek.
The entire Langtang Valley becomes a winter wonderland. However, it freezes the entire landscape with a temperature drop of -20 ˚C. Even the daytime remains freezing with an average temperature of -3˚C.
Do I have to carry a sleeping bag for the trek?
We advise you to bring a sleeping bag of at least -10˚C rating. If you want to rent, we'll provide one for USD 35 for the trek. With a sleeping bag, you'll get extra warmth for cozy sleep.
Practical matters
Will I get safe drinking water during the trek?
Yes. You can either refill the running taps with cold water or buy boiled drinking water at the tea houses.
We recommend you bring chlorine tablets if you prefer cold drinking water with additional purification. You can also bring a built-in filter bottle for safe drinking water.
You can also purchase mineral water bottles at every tea house. However, each bottle can cost up to USD 3-5.
Can I get private room accommodation during the Langtang Valley Short Trek?
Usually, the tea houses have and provide twin-sharing rooms with attached bathrooms for accommodation. However, based on availability, on request, you may get a twin-sharing room.
Note: During trekking season, the tea houses often get busy and occupied. Hence, at that time, you may not get a private room. But we'll try our best to get you a private room when it becomes available.
Do I need to carry additional money (pocket money) for the trek?
Yes. You're required to carry Nepali currency to pay for personal expenses. Your personal expenses may include mineral water, hot water showers, wifi, cold drinks, extra tea or coffee, a horse ride, tipping trek guides and porters, and so on.
We recommend that you carry Nepali currency and withdraw money in Kathmandu or Syabrubesi. There aren't any ATMs on the trek, and the tea houses won't accept credit card payments.
Health and Safety
If I get altitude sickness during the trek, what will NepTrek Adventures do?
Your trek guide will assess altitude sickness first. If your symptoms are minor, with some rest, you'll continue the trek. However, with moderate and severe altitude sickness, you'll return either on a helicopter or a horseback ride.
Your trek guide arranges your return on a horse with mild symptoms. However, in severe cases, we'll dispatch a helicopter for evacuation. For helicopter evacuation, you'll need travel insurance.
Is there any acclimatization stop on this trek?
No. There's no acclimatisation day on this trek. However, you'll trek to Tsergo Ri from Kyanjin Gompa and return to Langtang Village on the fifth day of the trek. Overnighting a day before trekking to Tsergo Ri or Kyanjin Ri provides adequate acclimatization for you.
Even with no acclimation, you'll complete this trek without getting altitude sickness. You'll reach Kyanjin Gompa on the fourth day, which every trekker does.
Arrival and Visas
Who will pick me up from the airport?
NepTrek Adventure's representative will welcome you at the Kathmandu airport. You'll get a private airport-to-hotel transfer. At the hotel, you'll meet our manager and your trekking guide.
