Friday, November 18, 2011

Langtang Trekking-Langtang & Helambu Region


Langtang trekking - Langtang & Helambu Region

Langtang TrekkingLangtang trekking also called Langtang valley trek which goes through Langtang national park. Popular trekking names in Langtang area is Langtang valley trekking, Langtang and Gosainkund trekking, Ganja La pass trek, Gosainkund trekking, Gosainkund and Helambu valley trekking, Helambu valley treks and Shivapuri hilly valley of Kathmandu trekking. The Langtang treks are located in central Nepal and north of Kathmandu. Popular places of Langtang trekking are Kyanjing Gompa and Tserko Ri who reach Kyanjing Gompa they will make day excursion to Tserko Ri from where see the best view of Himalayas.

Langtang and Helambu trekking region is the third most popular trekking route in Nepal. The three major areas are Langtang, Gosainkund and Helambu and these can be combined in many different ways to make trek from 9 to 19 days long. Langtang trekking is a narrow valley that lies just south of the Tibetan border.
Langtang trekking is panoramic from where you can see best view of snowy peaks Langtang Lirung, Gang Chhenpo, Naya Kangri, Dorje Lakpa, Ganesh Himal and if you go Gosainkund and Helambu you will see Mt. Manaslu, Gourisankar and many more white peaks.

A visit to the Langtang trekking offers an opportunity to explore villages, to climb small peaks and to visit glaciers at a comfortably low elevation. Because there are good opportunities for moderate climbing excursions, you should allow a few extra days for exploration. According to legend, a lama following a runaway yak discovered the valley. Hence the name - Lang is Tibetan for yak and tang (more correctly dhang) means to follow. Yaks still live in the valley, but they now share it with trekkers.

Gosainkund is lake so Hindu pilgrimage are visit the Gosainkund but backpackers love to cross Lauribinayak pass which is elevation 4610m and Helambu valley is green valley and easy trekking so people trek Helambu area to see nature beauty and visit the old monasteries in the region.
Langtang, Gosainkund and Helambu are perfect trekking for Adventure lovers and we will deign the trek itineraries as customers demand.
Permit for Langtang trekking only apply to have Langtang National park entry permit it cost RS 1000 per person and Trekkers’ information management system (TIMS).

Getting in Lantang Area – Access to Helambu is particularly easy and quick. Sundarijal, which is one of the most convenient starting points, is an hour’s drive from Kathmandu. Other road 5 hour drives away at Malamchi pul. Langtang the choice is limited –drive to Dhunche in Rasuwa district. The road continues to Syabrubesi from where also Lantgang treks can start. Hindu pilgrimage site and popular tourist place Gosainkund can be reached from either of the two routes. However, the way via Rasuwa is earlier bus leave regularly from Balaju Bus Park.

Facilities in Langtang trekking:
Langtang, Gosainkund and Helambu trekking itinerary we will make short and long as your demand. This Treks area has normal Trekkers lodge (Teahouse) facilities Managed by Local Langtang and Helambu hotels / lodge management committees and eco-aware local people and tented camping trip also can be organized. Lodge management committees make good camping site for the camp but way to Ganja La still no lodge facilities.

Langtang Trekking - Langtang Valley Trekking

Langtang Valley TrekkingThe Langtang valley trekking is great trek in Nepal. Langtang valley treks also called “the valley of glaciers trek”. Mountain View is excellent and surrounding spectacular views of mountains. On either side of valley, mountains rise, soaring in to the sky. The valley offers pain forest, slow moving rivers and swift mountain streams, rugged rock and snow- capped peaks.. In the upper part of valley there are snow bridges spanning angry torrents, high passes enveloped in mist, tiny lake with icebergs floating on them and water of crystalline brightness. There are also high mountains of solid ice.

Langtang valley trek is on the area of Tibetan culture and home of Yak. The trek starts from Dhunche or Syabru Bensi and ends at Dhunche or Syabru bensi again. From Sybru Bensi, you will follow the Langtang River to the east until you get to Kyanjin Gompa (3,049.). When you arrive in Kyanjin Gompa we recommend you to stay one extra day for the climb Tserkuri (5184m) from where you see nice view of the Himalayas.

Langtang valley trek route have good network of teahouse lodge facilities so you can arrange teahouse basis trek or camping (tent camp) trekking as your wish. Langtang valley trek is easy trekking that means Langtang valley trek is not so difficulty trekking where any one possible to make successful their journey to the Himalaya. Langtang valley trekking itinerary we will deign short or long as trekkers demand.
Permits for Langtang valley trekking only apply to have Langtang National park entry permit it cost RS 1000 per person and Trekkers’ information management system (TIMS).

Facilities:
Langtang trekking itinerary we make short and long as your demand. This Trekking area has good Trekkers lodge (Teahouse) facilities Managed by Langtang Hotel / lodge management committee and tented camping trip also can be organized. Lodge management committees make good camping site for the tent camp.


ITINERARY:

Day 01: Arrival and transfer to hotel/
Day 02: Sightseeing around Kathmandu valley
Day 03: Kathmandu to Dhunche Bazaar (2030m)
Day 04: Dhunche trek to Thulo (big) Syabru (2200m)
Day 05: Thulo Syabru Trek to Lama Hotel (2480m)
Day 06: Lama Hotel Trek to Langtang (3541m)
Day 07: Langtang Trek to Kyanjing Gompa (3900m)
Day 08: Day trip to Tserkori (5184m) return Kyanjing Gompa
Day 09: Kyanjing Gompa Trek to Lama Hotel (2480m)
Day 10: Lama Hotel trek to Syabru Bensi (1450m)
Day 11: Syabru Bensi drive bus to Kathmandu
Day 12: Bhaktapur & Patan sightseeing and return
Day 13: Free day in Kathmandu for shopping or relax
Day 14: Drive to Airport for flying your own destination 

Ganja La Pass Trekking

Langtang Ganjala Pass TrekkingThis trek starts from Sybru Bensi, ends at Melamchi Pul Bazar. From Sybru Bensi, you will follow the Langtang River to the east until you get to Kyanching Gompa (3,049.). In Kyanjing Gompa there is a small Buddhist monastery and a cheese factory started in 1955 by the Swiss Association for Technical Assistance. When you are crossing the pass there are spectacular views of Langtang Lirung and the Tibetan peaks beyond.

Much of this route is spent above 3,000m.The highest point of this trek is Ganjala Pass (5,122m). On the very pass of Ganjala, the last few 100m trails are precarious so we use a rope there for safety, though the utmost care is enough. The descent from the pass is on a steep slope for over 1 km, which requires good care again. But the rest of the trail is easy and comfortable. As there are no lodges and no settlements for three days along the way, the group should be well equipped with enough food. Only organized camping treks are possible for this region. The use of firewood is also prohibited within the park, so all supplies should be taken with us.

After passing the Ganjala Pass, the trail takes you to Malemchi gaon and Tarke Ghyang. People here call themselves Sherpas but their relationship with the Sherpa of Solu Khumbu is distant. The dialects spoken are also different. People here follow the Buddhist religion so you will find many old Buddhist monasteries in the villages. Tarkeghyang is another Sherpa town along the way, which bears its own story. The town name means temple of "100 horses" and was taken from the name of a temple established in 1727 by a Lama (Buddhist monk) who was called on by the king of Kathmandu (Kantipur) to stop an epidemic. As his reward the Lama asked for 100 horses, which he brought here. The local temple, rebuilt in 1969, follows the Bhutanese style.


ITINERARY:

Day 01: Arrival and transfer to hotel
Day 02: Sightseeing around Kathmandu valley
Day 03: Kathmandu to Dhunche Bazaar (2030m)
Day 04: Dhunche trek to Thulo (big) Syabru (2100m)
Day 05: Thulo Syabru Trek to Lama Hotel (2380m)
Day 06: Lama Hotel Trek to Langtang (3500m)
Day 07: Langtang Trek to Kyanjing Gompa (3800m)
Day 08: Day trip to Tserkori (4984m) return Kyanjing Gompa
Day 09: Kyanjing Gompa Trek to Ngegang
Day 10: Ngegang trek cross to Ganja La pass (5130m) to Keldang ( 4270m)
Day 11: Keldang trek to Ganja La to Dukpu ( 4040m)
Day 12: Dukpu Trek to Tarkeghyang (2560m)
Day 13: Tarkeghyang Trek to Sermathang (2620m)
Day 14: Sermathang Trek to Malemchepul Bazzar (830m)
Day 15: Drive bus to Kathmandu/Hotel
Day 16: Bhaktapur & Patan sightseeing and return
Day 17: Free day in Kathmandu for shopping or relax
Day 18: Drive to Airport for flying your own destination
 

Langtang & Gosainkund Trek

Langtang, Gosainkund and Helambu trekkingThe Langtang valley is aptly called "the valley of glaciers". Here the mountain - view is spectacular. On either side of valley, mountains rise, soaring in to the sky. The valley offers pain forest, slow moving rivers and swift mountain streams, rugged rock and snow- capped peaks. In the upper part of valley there are snow bridges spanning angry torrents, high passes enveloped in mist, tiny lake with icebergs floating on them and water of crystalline brightness. There are also high mountains of solid ice. Gosainkunda, regarded as sacred land in Hinduism, is dotted with lakes atop the mountain, offering a quiet respite. There are few visitors outside of those who come for the summer festival.

Langtang trek is on the area of Tibetan culture and home of Yak and Gosainkund is a great sacred lake on an elevation of 4200m. It is great combination of mountain and culture different. The trek starts from Sybru Bensi and ends at sundarijal. From Sybru Bensi, you will follow the Langtang River to the east until you get to Kyanching Gompa (3,049). From here we trek to Tserkuri (5184m) and have an excellent view of mountain. Then we trek back to Lama Hotel and ascend to Gosankund. After spending night here we ascend to Lauribina -La Pass and come to Tarkeghyang and finally to Sundarijal Where we take bus to Kathmandu. Clients carry daypack only and walk at their own pace. Trekking hours will be 5-7 hours per day.

Facilities:
Langtang, Gosainkund and Helambu trekking itinerary we will make short and long as your demand. This Treks area has normal Trekkers lodge (Teahouse) facilities Managed by Local Langtang and Helambu hotels / lodge management committees and eco-aware local people and tented camping trip also can be organized. Lodge management committees make good camping site for the camp but way to Ganja La still no lodge facilities.


ITINERARY:

Day 01 Arrival and transfer to hotel
Day 02 Sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley
Day 03 Drive to Syabru Bensi (1450m)
Day 04 Trek to Lama Hotel (2480m)
Day 05 Trek to Langtang (3541m)
Day 06 Trek to Kyanjing Gompa (3900m)
Day 07 Day trip to Tserkori (5184m)
Day 08 Trek to Lama Hotel (2480m)
Day 09 Trek to Big Sybru (2200m)
Day 10 Trek to Sing Gompa (3584m)
Day 11 Trek to Gosain Kunda (4381m)
Day 12 Explore around higher lake (4381m)
Day 13 Trek to Ghopte (3440) via 4600m pass
Day 14 Trek to Kutumsang (2000m)
Day 15 Trek to Chisopani (1700m)
Day 16 Trek to Sundarijal (1500m) & drive to KTM/Hotel
Day 17 Bhaktapur & Patan sightseeing and return
Day 18 Free day in Kathmandu for shopping or relax
Day 19 Drive to Airport for flying your own destination


Gosainkund Trekking

Gosainkunda TrekGosaikunda lies north of Kathmandu. The Gosaikunda loop is quite remote and thinly populated area. Gosaikunda, a glacier lake, is the most famous one with several others glacier lakes adjoining it. Thousands of Hindu pilgrims visit the lakes during a full- moon festival in August and Hindu people believe that the god Mahadev (Shiva), intoxicated by grief due to his wife's (Parbati) death, felt thirsty so he hit the stone with his holy stick, thus creating the lakes. In the same place Lake Gosaikunda originates and Hindu people believe that the image of Mahadev can be seen in the middle surface of the water. The lake is also scared to Buddhists.

This is a journey with numerous highlights, stunning views of Ganesh Himal, Manaslu and Annapurna massif as far as you can see. The Tamang and Sherpa people living here, physically and culturally resemble the Tibet inhabitants and their unique lifestyle is still thriving under their traditional attitude. Abundant wildlife, intense forest teaming with wild flowers and animal species, adds interest to this trek for nature lovers.

Facilities:
Gosainkund and Helambu trekking itinerary we will make short and long as your demand. This Treks area has normal Trekkers lodge (Teahouse) facilities Managed by Local hotels / lodge management committees and eco-aware local people and tented camping trip also can be organized. Lodge management committees make good camping site for the camp but way to Ganja La still no lodge facilities.


ITINERARY:

Day 01 Arrival and transfer to hotel/welcome dinner
Day 02 Sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley
Day 03 Kathmandu to Dhunche Bazaar (2030m)
Day 04 Dhunche Bazaar trek to Sing Gompa (3250m)
Day 05 Sing Gompa Trek to Lauribina (3720m)
Day 06 Lauribina Trek to Gosainkunda (4380m.)
Day 07 Gosainkunda to Ghopte (3430m.)
Day 08 Ghopte to Melamchi Gaon (2530m.)
Day 09 Melamchi Gaon to Tarkeghyang (2743m.)
Day 10 Tarkeghyang to Shermathang (2590m.)
Day 11 Shermathang to Melamchi Pul Bazaar (870m.)
Day 12 Melamchi Pul Bazaar drive bus to Kathmandu (1320m.)
Day 13 Bhaktapur & Patan sightseeing and return
Day 14 Free day in Kathmandu for shopping or relax
Day 15 Drive to Airport for flying your own destination


Helambu Valley Trek - Helambu Valley Trekking

Halambu valley trekkingHelambu trek is short and easy trek have Nepal and easily access from Kathmandu. Helambu offer many Monastery visit, Rhododendron forest (flower; March/April), superb mountain views, picturesque Sherpa settlements, friendly people and after all unspoiled culture of the area. This trek is more like cultural trek than mountain and glacier expeditions. People here call themselves Sherpas but their relationship with the Sherpa of Solu Khumbu is distant.The dialects spoken are also different. People here follow the Buddhist religion so you will find many old Buddhist monasteries in the villages. Tarkegyang is another Sherpa town along the way, which bears its own story.

Our trek starts from Kathmandu after driving by bus/car to Sundarijal, which is just 13km from Kathmandu. We then continue ascend to Chisopani where we spend first night just outside valley. Chisopani offer great view of mountain and landscape. Then we make almost a circle going through Khtumsang, Tharapati, Tarkeghyang, sarmathang and finally to Melamchi pul where we take bus to Kathmandu.

Facilities:
Langtang trekking itinerary we make short and long as your demand. This Trekking area has good Trekkers lodge (Teahouse) facilities Managed by Langtang Hotel / lodge management committee and tented camping trip also can be organized. Lodge management committees make good camping site for the tent camp.


ITINERARY:

Day 01 Arrival and transfer to hotel
Day 02 Sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley
Day 03 Drive to Sundarijal and trek to Chisapani (2194m)
Day 04 Trek to Kutumsang (2446m)
Day 05 Trek to Tharepati (3597m)
Day 06 Trek to Melamchi Gaon (2560m)
Day 07 Trek to Tarkeghyang (2550m)
Day 08 Trek to Shermathang (2621m)
Day 09 Trek to Melamche Pul (828m)
Day 10 Drive to Kathmandu (1350m)/ Hotel
Day 11 Bhaktapur & Patan sightseeing and return
Day 12 Free day in Kathmandu for shopping or relax
Day 13 Drive to Airport for flying your own destination


Tilman Pass Trekking

Tilman Pass TrekkingLangtang Tilman Pass trekking we drive through ripe, golden-yellow, paddy fields and lush sub-tropical vegetation to the road head at the Tamang village of Chautara. Or we can start from Syabrubesi and end it at Chautara. Langtang Tilman Pass walk is also known as the Jugal Panch Pokhari trekking - a set of five small lakes - ensconced in a vast boulder-strewn amphitheatre, where we encamp near the small temple to Vishnu, a place of pilgrimage for local Hindus from the surrounding Helambu region but presently deserted. Langtang Tilman pass trekking trail is famous trekking trail for the Superb Himalayan scenery including the Langtang, Gaurishanker, and Rolwaling Himalaya range.

Langtang Tilman pass trekking connects with two different Himalaya region including the Langtang and Panch pokhari (Five holy lake) where you will enjoy and see panoramic Himalayan views of Langtang and Lirung, Langtang Himal, Naya Khanga, Yala peak, Ganesh Himal, Langshisa, Gaurishanker, Dorjelakpa etc and also green forest with Rhododendron flowers, pine tree plus wild animals /birds such as Mountain Thars,Bears, Leopard, Jackal, Monkeys, wild peaks, pheasant, peacock and holy five lake add extra romance for the trekkers. Langtang Tilman pass trekking is less crowed for the trekkers who have entire desire of enjoying with nature in the remote area.

Langtang Tillman Pass Trekking gives you different region Himalayan views, almost relaxing with High passes Himalaya range, living style of rural people and shares their culture. Langtang Tilman pass trekking begins at syabrubesi which is one of the popular trekking trails of Langtang region and end at Chautara closed to the Bhotekosi River. Grade of trekking is Moderate to strenuous. Highest access of the Langtang Tilman Pass Trek is (5350 meters). Langtang Tilman Pass trekking offers you mixed culture; Bramin, Chhetri, Tamang Tibetan Sherpa. Possible Himalayan sights in Langtang Tilman Man Pass walk are Langtang Himal, Gaurishanker, and Dorje lakpa etc .Splendid breathtaking place: production Method of cheese and relaxing with mixed culture.


ITINERARY:

Day 01 Arrival and transfer to hotel/welcome dinner
Day 02 Sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley
Day 03 Drive bus to Syabru Bensi (1450m)
Day 04 Syabru Bensi trek to Lama Hotel (2480m)
Day 05 Lama Hotel trek to Langtang village (3540m)
Day 06 Langtang village trek to Kyanjin Gompa (3900m)
Day 07 Kyanjing Gompa trek to Tserko RI 4984 M and back to Kyanjin Gompa
Day 08 Kyanjin Gompa trek to Langshisa Kharka (4100m)
Day 09 Langshisa Khara trek to Moraine Camp (4650m)
Day 10 Moraine camp trek to Tilman pass base camp via Tilaman pass (5320m)
Day 11 Tilman base camp trek to Tinpokhari (Three lake) (3735m)
Day 12 Tinpokhari to Panch pokhari (five lake) (4123m)
Day 13 Panch pokhari excursion/acclimatization day.
Day 14 Panch pokhari trek to Nasimpati (3745m)
Day 15 Nasimpati trek to Bhangyang (3414m)
Day 16 Bhangyang trek to Pauwabas (3024m)
Day 17 Pauwabas trek to Kharka (2855m)
Day 18 Kharka trek to Okhreni (2043m)
Day 19 Okhreni trek to Chautara (1235m)
Day 20 Chutara drive bus to Kathmandu (1350m)
Day 21 Bhaktapur & Patan sightseeing and return
Day 22 Free day in Kathmandu for shopping or relax
Day 23 Drive to Airport for flying your own destination


Kathmandu Valley Trekking - Around Kathmandu Trekking

Kathmandu Valley Trekking, Chisapani Dulikhel TrekkingThis is a fantastic hike from Kathmandu. Few people trek around Kathmandu valley. Yet it offers a rich insight into the lives, history, culture and religion of its inhabitants. You will walk mostly shivapuri watershed forests and villages during your trekking time. Shivapuri hill (2729m) is the highest point of this trekking.

From the top of Shivapuri, can see western mountain Manaslu, Boudha himal, Ganesh himal range, Langtang range, Dorjelakpa, shisapangma and Gaurishankar. In short we can see more than 60 peaks from here. And other mountains can be seen and another gain of this trekking is to reach Nagarkot which is the most popular point for viewing, terrace, river and beautiful scenery green hill.

Extension trekking after Dhulikhel to Balthali village: The trail is goes through NamoBuddha where is famous Buddhist stupa on the trail you can see nice mountains scenery traditional people, cultural nature and a beautiful real Nepalese villages. Most of trekkers trek from Dhulikhel to Namobuddha then take a lunch and visit the Monasteries at Namobuddha then continue trek to Balthali village. Balthali Village starts in a small village which is a small sleepy settlement which rests at the junction of Roshi and Ladku Khola River. Balthali Village stands on a plateau which is just beyond Khopasi, 40km away from Kathmandu. Now a day, there is only one lodge/Resort available at the top of Balthali village. The name of Resort is a Balthali village Resort where you will stay a night and the next day trek continue though Khopasi village to Panauti Bazaar. Short sightseeing around Panauti bazaar and take a lunch then drive back to Kathmandu.

Facilities:
Kathmandu valley trekking itinerary we make short and long as your demand. This Trekking area has good Trekkers lodge (Teahouse) facilities Managed by Area Hotel / lodge management committee and tented camping trip also can be organized. Lodge management committees make good camping site to camp.


Chisapani - Nagarkot & Dhulikhel Trekking Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu Transfer to hotel
Day 02: Free day in Kathmandu.
Day 03: Kathmandu - Sundarijal - Chisapani (2150M) 5HRS
Drive form Kathmandu to Sundarijal. Trail climbs up through mixed forset and pass the Mulkharka village to Chisapani Danda. In a clear day there are good views of mountain from east to west. there are good view of mountain and Kathmandu Valley.
Day 04: Chisapani - Nagarkot (2163M)5 to 6HRS
An interesting trail takes us to the hill retreat of Nagarkot, perched on a ridge 32 km east of Kathmandu. Nagarkot is also a popular spot to watch sunrise and sunset.
Day 05: Nagarkot - Dhulikhel 6HRS.
The trail climbs up to the tower of Nagarkot. From the tower there are excellent views of mountain including view of Mt Everest (according to guide book) and Kahmandu valley. Trail descends through rhododendron forest and villages to Dhulikhel. In a clear day there are excellent view of eastern Himalaya.
Day 06: Dhulikhel - Kathmandu, by bus.
Day 07: Final Departure.

Chisapani - Nagarkot & Changu Narayan Trekking Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu.
Day 02: Free day in Kathmandu.
Day 03: Kathmandu - Sundarijal - Chisapani (2150M) 5HRS
Drive form Kathmandu to Sundarijal. Trail climbs up through mixed forset and pass the Mulkharka village to Chisapani Danda. In a clear day there are good views of mountain from east to west. there are good view of mountain and Kathmandu Valley.
Day 04: Chisapani - Nagarkot (2163M)5 to 6HRS
An interesting trail takes us to the hill retreat of Nagarkot, perched on a ridge 32 km east of Kathmandu. Nagarkot is also a popular spot to watch sunrise and sunset.
Day 05: Nagarkot Trek to Changu Narayan drive to Kathmandu
Day 07: Final Departure.

Chisapani - Nagarkot Dhulikhel & Balthali village Trekking

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu Transfer to hotel
Day 02: Free day in Kathmandu.
Day 03: Kathmandu - Sundarijal - Chisapani (2150M) 5HRS
Drive form Kathmandu to Sundarijal. Trail climbs up through mixed forset and pass the Mulkharka village to Chisapani Danda. In a clear day there are good views of mountain from east to west. there are good view of mountain and Kathmandu Valley.
Day 04: Chisapani - Nagarkot (2163M)5 to 6HRS
An interesting trail takes us to the hill retreat of Nagarkot, perched on a ridge 32 km east of Kathmandu. Nagarkot is also a popular spot to watch sunrise and sunset.
Day 05: Nagarkot - Dhulikhel 6HRS.
The trail climbs up to the tower of Nagarkot. From the tower there are excellent views of mountain including view of Mt Everest (according to guide book) and Kahmandu valley. Trail descends through rhododendron forest and villages to Dhulikhel. In a clear day there are excellent view of eastern Himalaya.
Day 06: Dhulikhel trek to Namobuddha continue Balthali Village
Day 07: Balthali Trek to Panauti drive to Kathmandu
Day 08: Final Departure.

Note:-
If above program itinerary that don't suit to you and wish to modify above itinerary then please let us know and we'll be happy to create a tailor made itinerary especially for you. It is also possible to combines above trip with Jungle safari, rafting, Mountain flight or with any travel plans, just shares your interested with us. We will design and arrange your holiday accordingly.

Tamang Heritage Trail & Langtang Valley

Tamang Heritage TrailThis is a superb introduction to trekking in Nepal among some of the most beautiful scenery in the whole country, with rich tamang culture. Many years ago Nepal, fought with Tibet for salt and some of the biggest areas where this war took place is in the Langtang Region of Nepal, wherein lies the third most popular trekking trail in Nepal.
This area is connected to Tibet and the trails in this region were used by traders from Tibet bartering in Salt and mountain goats for meat (changra) with foodstuffs from the south. Developed by the Tourism for Rural Poverty Alleviation Program (RPAP), the "Tamang Heritage Trail" is the newly developed tourism product, off the beaten track, which highlights an ancient lifestyle combining it with picturesque scenery and healing baths in natural hot springs. The people of this region are mostly Tibetans who came from Kerung in Tibet across the border and settled in Nepal. In earlier days, the citizenship of Nepal would not be offered to real Tibetans, so they changed their ethnicity to Tamang, which is what they still write till date. The cultural and traditions of these people are similar to the Tibetan across the border.

This trekking destination is just a day long bus journey from the capital, Kathmandu. This trekking tour provides varieties of experience. Tamang rituals, Tibetan culture, festivals, traditional architecture, costumes, local Syabru dances make the exposure to this culture very unique. There is a view point at Goljung Pass, from where views of Langtang and Kerung (Tibet) can be awe inspiring. Visitors will get an opportunity to observe Syabru, Mane and other local dances at Goljung and Gatlang VDCs. The villages also sell exclusive handicraft items like traditional caps, mufflers and other items. Tourists can enjoy hot bath in the healing hot-water spring at Tatopani before reaching Nagthali, where the stay is a unique experience. The ancient monasteries and houses adorned with rich wood engravings at Thuman is an unforgettable experience. At Briddim one gets to experience the famous Tamang hospitality, where there is home stay facility in 24 houses. After the Tamang heritage trail we will head towards the Langtang.

Langtang is a narrow valley situated 75 km north of Kathmandu close to the Tibetan border. Just a couple of days walking finds you amongst beautiful snow peaks of the Ganesh and Langtang ranges. Following the Langtang Khola (river) will take you to the settlement of Kyanjin Gompa at 3900m. This is the furthest place to find lodges up the valley.

Kyanjin Monastery, Langtang Valley
The Langtang Valley was designated the first national park of Nepal in 1971. Most of the people in the region are Tamang whose culture, religion and language are very similar to that of Tibet. Beautiful landscapes and pretty villages make this a relatively easy and therefore popular trekking destination. Last but not the least Combining the Tamang heritage trails with the Langtang would be one of the best trails in Nepal like the Annapurna circuit or the Everest Base Camp.


ITINERARY:

Day 01 : Arrival and transfer to hotel
Day 02: Sightseeing around Kathmandu valley
Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Syabru besi and overnight in tea house.
Day 04: Syabru besi trek to Gatlang (5 hrs) and overnight in lodge
Day 05: Gatlang trek to Tatopani (6-7 hrs) and overnight in community lodge.
Day 06: Tatopani trek to Thuman (6 hrs) and overnight in community lodge
Day 07: Thuman trek to Briddim (6 hrs) and overnight in local home.
Day 08: Briddim trek to Lamahotel (6 hrs) and overnight in teahouse
Day 09: Lamahotel trek to Langtang (6hrs) and overnight in teahouse
Day 10: Langtang trek to Kanjin (4 hrs) and overnight in teahouse
Day 11: Kanjin rest day & hike to Langsisa Kharka or Glacier langtang -lirung or hike to Tsherko ri (5000M)
Day 12: Kanjin trek to Lama hotel (6 hours)
Day 13: Lama hotel trek to Thulosyabru (5-6 hours)
Day 14: Thulosyabru trek to Dhunche 5 hours
Day 15: Dhunche drive to Kathmandu (6-7 hours)
Day 16: Bhaktapur & Patan sightseeing and return
Day 17: Free day in Kathmandu for shopping or relax
Day 18: Drive to Airport for flying your own destination



Panch Pokhari Trail Trekking

Panch Pokhari TrekPanch Pokhari is named after 5 holy ponds and Hindus religiously respect the place. This is just northeast of Kathmandu toward snow wall. The beautiful Himalayan view and pristine nature with distinct culture is the most attraction of the trek. We take a bus ride out of the Valley and up through the hills. After 5 hours bus ride we arrive at the trek starting point called Chautara.
We are going to spend the first night of our outdoor adventure right nearby small town in a ground. Our Guide gives a short lesson of trekking on the first night. He also explains about the altitude sickness and all the beautiful spots from where you can see an excellent view of mountains. During the trip, we observe the different ways of life, culture and come in contact with the people in the small village, passing through the dense forestations and meadows. The top of Panch Pokhari (5 lakes) offers an excellent view of Jugal himal range, rolwaling range, Gosainkund etc. On the last day of the trip we take a bus ride back to Kathmandu from Melamchi where we spend the final night of our trip.


ITINERARY:

Day 01 Arrive in Kathmandu check in at the Hotel.
Day 02 City tour visit both Buddhist and Hindus temples
Day 03 Kathmandu (1350m.)-Chautara (1200m) 5hrs bus ride.
Day 04 Chautara-Phusre (2045m.) 5.30hrs.
Day 05 Phurse-Kami kharka (2845m.) 4.30hrs.
Day 06 Kami Kharka -Pauwa Bas (3000m) 6hrs.
Day 07 Pauwa Bas-Hille Bhanjyang (3400m) 6hrs.
Day 08 Hille Bhanjyang - Nasim Pati (3700m.) 4.30hrs.
Day 09 Nasim Pati- Panchpokhari (five lakes) (4100m) 4hrs
Day 10 Panchpokhari- Nasimpati (3700m.) 3hrs.
Day 11 Nasimpati-Dukang (2100m.) 6hrs.
Day 12 Dukang - Dhap (1200 m): 6hrs.
Day 13 Dhap - Melamchipul (800m): 6hrs.
Day 14 Melamchipul Bazaar - drive to Kathmandu, 4.-5hrs bus drive.
Day 15 Bhaktapur & Patan sightseeing and return
Day 16 Free day in Kathmandu for shopping or relax
Day 17 Drive to Airport for flying your own destination




 



Langtang/Gosainkunda & Helambu area Trekking (5 – 18 day):
The Langtang valley is aptly called ‘the valley of glaciers’. Here, mountain rise, soaring towards the sky. The valley offers pine forest, swift mountain streams, rugged rock and snowcapped peaks, grassy downs and meadows strewn with daisies and wild primal. A variety of sights including Buddhist monasteries, a cheese factory, yaks, glaciers and mountain lakes make this trek an exciting one. You will visit Gosainkunda, one of the holiest lake in Nepal, where thousands of pilgrims throng each August to bathe in its cold and spiritually refreshing water.
One hour drive brings the trekkers to Sundarijal, the starting point of this trek, where there are sparkling waterfalls flowing down through an oak forest. This trek offers the experience of being in a typical Sherpa village and many ancient monasteries. It is a golden chance to learn about life in our villages. The trek ends at Melamchipul Bazar on the banks of Indravati River. Itinerary:
1. Langtang & Gosainkunda circuit
Day 01 Kathmandu – Syabru Besi
Day 02 Syabru Besi- Lamahotel
Day 03 Lama hotel- Langtang
Day 04 Langtang- Kyanging Gompa
Day 05 Kyanging Gompa
Day 06 Kyangjin Gompa – Ghora Tabela
Day 07 Ghora Tabela – Syabru
Day 08 Syabru – Sing Gompa
Day 09 Sing Gompa – Gosainkunda
We follow a rugged trail with dramatic views; to the west Himal chuli(7893m) Manaslu (8156mm) and Ganesh Himal(7406m). On a clear day even the Annapurna range can be seen rising up behind and to the north across the valley is Langtang Lirung. We pass a few huts in the high picture of Laurebina, cross a small ridge and have our first views of the holy lakes. There are about a dozen lakes in the Gosainkunda Basin, the main three being Saraswatikunda, Bhairabkunda, and Gosainkunda. According to legend, Gosainkunda was created by Shiva when he pierced a glacier with his trident to obtain water to quench his thirst after having swallowed a poison that threatened to destroy the world.
Day 10 Gosainkunda – Thare Pati
Day 11 Thare pati – Gul Bhanjyang
Day 12 Gul Bhanjyang - Chisapani
Day 13 Chisapani - Kathmandu

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