7 Amazing Reasons to Trek in the Langtang Region in 2023

Langtang region treks are the third option after Everest and the Annapurna region treks, so there are various reasons why you should do Langtang Trek. This region is naturally and culturally very rich which is why this area is one of the UNESCO World Heritage sites. As the name is called Langtang National Park and also this area is the border of Shivapuri Nagarjuna National Park. That’s why the Langtang region is very popular for flora and fauna explorers.

In Nepal, everything has some kind of relative legend, and in the Langtang region, it has also there is a legend. Once a Shepard was chasing his Yak in the direction of Langtang and the Yak found that beautiful valley since then this place is known as the Langtang Valley. And Every year thousands of international and national tourists visit this amazing land. If you are looking forward to trekking in Nepal then the Langtang trek is the best choice for you and your team.

Langtang region was one of the most affected regions by an earthquake in 2015 and died hundreds of people, thousands of people were homeless, and hundreds of people lost their loved ones. If you love nature and culture, and you have humanitarian thoughts then you should do the Langtang trek to help them. However, since the degenerative earthquake in 2015 now things are getting normal but again coronavirus hit badly in the tourism sector.

Short trek and the nearest trekking trail from Kathmandu

Langtang Trek is one of the short trekking trails in Nepal and it’s the nearest trekking trail from Kathmandu too. This trek can do in 6 nights and 7 days from Kathmandu to Kathmandu and everyone can do Langtang Valley Trek, that is another reason why you should do this trek. The elevation of this trek is just under 4000m and not under the shade of the 8000m high mountain peaks. The total distance to drive from Kathmandu to Syaprubesi is just 132 km and vice versa.

The Langtang Valley Trek Itinerary

Day 1	Drive from Kathmandu to Syaprubesi
Day 2	Syaprubesi to Lama Hotel
Day 3	Lama Hotel to Langtang Village
Day 4	Langtang Village to Kyangin Gumba and hike to Kyangin Ri (If weather is clear)
Day 5	Early morning hike to Kyangin Ri and trek back to Lama Hotel
Day 6	Trek back to Syapurbesi
Day 7	Drive back to Kathmandu

Hike inside the Langtang National Park

Langtang Trek is inside the Langtang National Park and this national park is listed on the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Nepal alongside two other national parks (Sagarmatha National Park and Chitwan National Park). You can imagine what can find inside the national parks, wildlife, jungle, varieties of flora, and fauna. To witness the beautiful natural sceneries you should do the Langtang trek once in your lifetime.

On the other side, there is another national park that is almost connected to Langtang Langtang National Park. That is Shivapuri Nagarjuna National Park.

Tamang culture and tradition are the reasons to do Langtang Trek

Langtang region is the original home of the Tamang community and the Tamang is one of the ethnic groups of Nepal. Tamang has its own language, culture, and tradition, to witness the real Tamang culture and tradition you should to Langtang Valley Trek. In the Langtang region, there are many Tamang villages, and those people preserve the Tamang culture and traditions.

It’s believed that Tamang people are one of those people who are truthful and loyal towards their tasks. And in the trekking areas, you can find many Tamang peoples. Also, you can find them as trekking workers such as guides, porters, and bosses of the trekking companies too. There are some Tamang people who climbed Mt. Everest and in history, the first youngest person to climb Mt. Everest was Sambhu Tamang.

Outstanding mountain views

Langtang trekking is not only for culture and traditions it also offers a mesmerizing mountain view. While doing Langtang Valley Trek you can see the Ganesh Himal and Dorje Peak along the way. And Langtang lirung, Langsisha Ri, Gangchemo, and other peaks can see while trekking to Kyangin Gumba.

For great mountain views, there are two viewpoints those are Kyangin Ri and Tserikuri. From these two places can enjoy a close-up view of the amazing mountain peaks, Valleys, and glaciers. Even you can see the port of Tibet and Mt. Sisapangma from Tserikuri. So the breathtaking mountains and surrounding views are one of the reasons to do Langtang  Trek.

Can connect with other trekking trails

Langtang region offers many different trekking trails so Langtang Valley Trek is that trek that can combine with those other trekking routes. The first one which can connect and combine with Langtang Valley Trek is Tamang Heritage Trail Trek. This is one of the beautiful trekking regions nearby Langtang valley which gives you the best experience of the combination of nature, the Tamang culture, and traditions.

The second trekking route that can do at the same time as Langtang Valley Trek is Gosainkunda Trek. Gosainkunda is a holy lake suited at 4300m above sea level and each year thousands of pilgrimages travel there on the occasion of Ganai Purnima. Adding this Langtang trek with Gosainkunda Trek is a trek that gives the real trekking experience in the Langtang region.

The third one which is adorable with Langtang Valley Trek is Helambu Trek. To get to Helambu valley there are two ways from the Langtang region. The first and easy one is to pass the Lauribinayaka La 4600m and the second is the hardest one passing the Ganjala. Most of the trekkers go to Helambu via Gosainkunda lake and Lauribinakaka La and very few trekkers pass through the Ganjala.

The possibility to connect with other treks is another reason why you must do Langtang Valley Trek. And also all these three treks can do with one permit and TIMS card. Even for the longer version of the Langtang valley trek, you can combine Chisapani Nagarkot Trek as well.

Rich in flora and fauna – Another reason to do Langtang Trek

Langtang valley trek is inside the Langtang National Park, the Langtang National Park is the home of the Tamang culture, various wildlife, and different types of plants. So trekking to Langtang Valley means witnessing the richness of flora and fauna of the Langtang National Park. The most popular wild animal and an endangered animal Red Panda will find in the Langtang area. To encounter the Red Panda is one of the best reasons to do the Langtang Valley Trek.

Cheaper Trek than other treks in Nepal

If you are planning to do trekking in Nepal and looking forward to the cheap and best then Langtang Valley Trek is the best option. This trek is comparatively cheaper than Everest Base Camp Trek, Annapurna Circuit Trek, and Upper Mustang Trek. It is cheaper in terms of transportation, accommodation, food, and permits, and not mandatory to have guides and porters. Transportation is easily available and there are two types of transportation available such as bus and jeep.

The bus is cheaper than the jeep, and bus services are two types,  express bus to Syaprubesi and local, bus fare is just a minimal difference between these two services. On the other hand, the jeep is a bit more expensive than the bus and it is more convenient and faster too. If you like to take a private Jeep and Car that is also possible and it is not expensive like a Jeep and Car to other trekking routes.

Foods and accommodations are easily available in all the places during the Langtang Trek. These things are also cheaper than other trekking trails in Nepal. And Guides and Posters are not mandatory to do this trek, so you can do it yourselves this trek. 

Some frequently ask questions

Where is Langtang Trek starts?

The most common starting point of the Langtang Valley Trek is Syaprubesi Rasuwa. And there are other points from where also can start this trek, those places are Dhunche and Ramche. On the other side for the longer version, this trek can start from Sundarijal, Sankhu, and Melamchi Bazar. But unfortunately, nowadays there are contracting the road and most of the trekking trails are vanished and not that much nice to walk on the motor roads.

How difficult is Langtang Trek? 

Langtang Trek is not an easy and not hard trek, it is a moderate type of trek. Just need to sleep below 4000m above sea level. Walking trails are also slowly up and down. Need to walk through the jungle and between two massive cliffs on the bank of the river. Although there are someplace that are higher and difficult to climb such as Kyangin Ri and Tsarikuri.

What is the highest elevation of this trek? 

The highest point during Langtang Trek is Tsarikuri, which is 4919m above sea level. And the highest place where you need to sleep is Kyangin Gumba and the height of this place is 3900m.

Which is the best time to do Langtang Trek? 

The best months to do Langtang Trek are during the spring season – March, April, and May. And during the autumn season – September, October, and November. Also possible to do this trek during summer and winter but in summer time will be lots of rain. On the other hand, during the winter season there will be very cold and snow in some parts. But the view during winter will be amazing.

Do we need a permit to do Langtang Trek? 

Yes, of course. Langtang Trek is inside the Langtang National Park. That is why before you embark on your journey you need to purchase a national park entry ticket.

Where can buy a Langtang Trek permit? 

You can buy the Langtang Trek permit at the Nepal Tourism Board Kathmandu. And also, you can buy at the National Park office in Dhunche Rasuwa.