Langtang Trekking 16 Days

Langtang Region is spectacular views of the Himalayas with a vast number of exciting ethnic encounters. Altitudes of 4620m are reached, and a reasonable level of physical fitness and health is necessary to comfortably complete this trek. The highlights of this trek are numerous however the main areas of interest are the rhododendron and bamboo forests, majestic waterfalls flowing over mammoth boulders, a chance to bathe in soothing hot springs and magnificent views of the snow covered white giant Langtang Lirung (7214m) Syabrubesi, an interesting village on the banks of the Bhote Kosi, is the starting point of the trek. The trail gains elevation as you make your way along the Langtang Khola, first through forests of oak and rhododendron and then bamboo forests on the higher reaches of the trail. Traveling through Langtang (3450m), you will reach the Langtang valley and the friendly Sherpa village of Kyanjing Gompa (3800m). Tantalizing glimpses of Langtang Lirung (7200m) appear through the trees along the way. In Kyanjing Gompa, you will experience the spiritual lifestyle of dedicated Buddhist monks who perform their rituals in a beautiful Monastery dating back to circa 1300 A.D. There will also be the opportunity of visiting a traditional cheese factory, where the produce is manufactured by hand. A short hike will also be taken to a magnificent glacial moraine (4300m), which can be climbed depending on the time factor and offers more spectacular views of Langtang Lirung and the foot of one of its major glaciers. Once in Chadan Bari (2800m), having traveled through Lama Hotel, you can relish magnificent views of the towering snow-covered Ganesh Himal (7600m) and Langtang -II (7227m) peaks. If lucky you might be able to spot the shy Red Panda that inhabits the Langtang region. Moving on to Gosainkund, watch the sun rise over a multitude of glistening Lakes of this sacred pilgrimage site. It is believed that Lord Shiva created the holy lake with his trident. You will also trek through some beautiful rice terraces and a number of splendid Buddhist monasteries around the delightful villages of Tarke Gyang and Sermathang (2621m), before heading back to Kathmandu.

	Detail itinerary Program Day 01 Arrival in Kathmandu 1300m Day 02 free day in Kathmandu Day 03 Sybaru besi start to the bus journey around 7 hours to Syabru Besi Day 04 Sybaru besi to Lama Hotel ( 2450m) Day 05 Lama Hotel to langtang (3430m) Day 06 langtang to kayanjin Gompa (3870m) Day 07 kayanjin Gompa Rest & Visit after Tserko RI (5000m)for fantastic view of the langtang range Day 08 kayanjin Gompa to Lama Hotel ( 2450m) Day 09 Lama Hotel to Tholo Syabru Day 10 Tholo Syabru to Shin Gompa Day 11 Shin Gompa to Gosainkund Day 12 Gosainkund to Ghopte cross Laurebinayak pass (4609m) Day 13 Ghopte to Tharepani Day 14 Tharepani to Tharkgyang Day 15 Tharkgyang to Shermathang Day 16 Shermathang to Melamche to by bus kathmandu for 3/4 Hours Day 17 Kathmandu Free day Day 18 Kathmandu to departure