The Langtang Valley runs west to east below the southern flanks and glaciers of Langtang Lirung (7245m), which separates this high alpine valley from the Tibetan plateau to the north. Sherpa farmers inhabit this and the Helambu area lying to the south beyond and below the sacred lakes of Gosaikunda. Easily accessible from Kathmadnu, we consider these treks to be amongst the most under-rated in Nepal. They offer marvelous autumn trekking with fine mountain views and one of the best areas for spring flowers and bird life. Although Langtang Valley can be very cold in January-February with the Gosainkunda Pass closed, Helambu is temperate all year round and offers excellent opportunities for short treks into Sherpa villages.
- Ganesh Himal Trek
Ganesh Himal is named after the Elephant headed god. This mountain can be seen from Kathmandu valley as well. This area is the central region of Nepal and quite isolated. By trekking through this area you will come across untouched natural splendors and friendly inhabitants. In the spring the rhododendron forests here are a blaze of colour.
A day to day iternary will be provided on request.
Duration: 13 days - 12 nights
Trekking Grade: 3
Max. altitude: 4070 m
Starting from: Trisuli (drive from Kathmandu)
Ending at: Gorkha
Mode of trekking tour: Camping trek only
Himalayan Sights: Ganesh Himal, Langtang, Manaslu, Himal Chuli and the large Annapurna.
- Langtang Trek
This trek is very rich in cultural, flora and fauna. It is an perfect trek to experience Langtang villages, cultural spots and pilgrimage sites such as Gosaikunda sacred lake. Walking along the Trisuli river north then up in to the wide alpine valley of Langtang where the great peaks ( Ganesh Himal 7407 m, Langtang Lirung 7246 m, Dorje Lakpa 6975 m, and others ) are visible.
A day to day iternary will be provided on request.
Duration: 10 days - 9 nights
Trekking Grade: 3
Max. altitude: 3950 m
Starting from: Dhumche ( about 6-8 hours drive from Kathmandu )
Ending at : Dhumche and drive back to Kathmandu
Mode of trekking tour : Camping trek or Lodge (tea house )
Himalayan sight: Langtang Himal range
- Langtang and Gosainkunda Helambu Trekking
175 km out of Kathmandu you will see fewer tourists in this area. This is not quite so easy as Annapurna nor so difficult as Everest but it is a beautiful trek.
Treks vary in length from 4 to 16 days which makes this an ideal trekking route for those with limited time. Now a national park, this area is fully protected and is home to animals such as the Himalyan Tahr, Musk Deer, the rare Lesser Panda and the Snow Leopard. The holy lakes of Gosainkunda and the Sherpa villages of Helambu are visited on the return journey.
So adding one more week to the Langtang trek it is possible to visit the sacred lakes of Gosaikunda (4380m.) A holy place of Hindus where thousands of Hindus get there by trekking in summer season to pay homage to the gods. Discover traditional villages and untouched forest on route towards the peaks of Langtang. This area, north of Kathmandu, is one of the least trekked regions but one of the most rewarding.
A day to day iterinary will be provided on request
Duration: 16 days - 15 nights
Trekking Grade: 3
Max. altitude: 4609 m
Starting from: Dumche (one day drive to north of Kathmandu)
Ending at : Melamchipul Bazar and drive back to Kathmandu
Mode of trekking tour : Camping trek or Lodge (tea house )
Himalayan sight: Langtang Himal range and Gosaikunda mountain
