Langtang Valley Trekking - Kyanjin Ri 10 Days

Trekking in any part of Nepal using Local Lodges for food and accommodation is Tea-House trekking. All these lodges during bygone years were nothing but their own private houses that vended hot tea, fizzy drinks, or local alcohol to the local trekking staff, trekkers and climbers, and sometimes basic shelter during worst of weather condition. With the advancement of tourism, these lodges extended to cozy prosperous hotels but still assumes the name of Tea-House.

The whole variation of Langtang trekking from regular Langtang trek, Langtang heritage trek to Langtang Gosaikunda Trek, it is moderate. These legendary classical trips to the ancient region of Langtang are temperate in terms of difficulty that takes you to the land of the peace-loving Tamang people which is simply sensational. Some portions of the trail depending on your package involve an undulating trail but can be done at a slow and steady pace. Besides Langtang being a moderate trek, our itinerary is designed so as to create grounds for ample time to enjoy. Significantly, it is achievable for anyone with sound fitness.

With us, you have every right to modify the itinerary as per the time convenient to you and the level of fitness of the group.

Besides spring and autumn season in Nepal, Langtang is feasible even during winter (December till February) however; despite the fewer visitors and the probability of crystal clear views the chill factor can get to extreme. Closure of few lodges and not too many food menu selections can be the circumstances. One should be well equipped with winter gear and be well organized physically and mentally to challenge the weather circumstance.

Langtang valley, the closest trekking destination to Kathmandu is the site of the largest single catastrophe of the 2015 earthquake that got immeasurably wrecked. Over 300 tragic deaths are estimated. However, the transformation over this fascinating Langtang after the 2015 earthquake is surprising. There is a possibility of trekking in the new alternative trail as there have been changes to most of the regular trekking routes due to the landslides triggered by the earthquake.  2015 Earthquake was devastating but it has failed to take away the charm of the valley and its charisma is not to be missed.

Himalayan Dynasty provides you with private transportation facilities to the starting and endpoint of any Langtang trekking packages which also largely varies on the size of the group and the travellers' requirements. Pick up will be organized as per the itinerary. Providing a luxury vehicle is impracticable due to the roadway condition that exists in the Langtang region. We usually start early to get away with the traffic while along the way.

Despite being basic the family-oriented lodges which we use are at its best offering you the comfort experience with its typical local environment. Most of the areas in the Langtang region are restricted under the rules and regulations of the national park buffer zone due to which the lodges here are pretty basic. These local tea-houses deliver twin bed sharing room with common toilets. You have variety of choices for the food and so far with us, there has been no complaints whatsoever regarding Food. Besides your local support team will always be there to lend a hand to the lodge owners in organizing your meals. 

The equivalent of US$ 15 per day per trekker is generally enough for extra expenses like shower, wifi, snacks,etc.Therefore, USD 200  converted in Local Currency i.e. Nrs. will generally be enough for the duration of your trek. It also depends on your spending habits and preferences. We also recommend you to carry as much as US$ 300 / 400 as an Emergency backup.  As for the tipping of the staff, you can always do it in foreign currency especially USD, Euros or Pounds.

To make your trip entirely hassle-free, the Himalayan Dynasty provides you a very warm sleeping bag with fleece liner and wind-stopper duvet jackets with attach hood. We also provide you with complimentary duffel bag to fit all your gears in, plastic bag to separate your clean clothes with the dirty ones, T-shirt, and Trekking map. Walking poles will be provided over request.

The hotel provides you with a safe storage facility where you can always leave behind your extra luggage. However, we highly recommend travelers to store their valuables including passport, money, laptops or iPad or any electronic devices in a safe deposit box catered by the hotel and not in your luggage that you will be leaving behind in the store.  The key to the safe deposit box is expected to be handled with care and the hotel has the right to charge a certain amount of fee in case of loss or misplaced. 

Much like your Food and Drinks, WATER is also included in your package. For environment sake, the 'Himalayan Dynasty' is against the use of disposable plastic water bottle (mineral water) since the selling of mineral water is rampant in this region and the higher you go they tend to get expensive. Instead we provide you properly boiled water for drinking purpose. We recommend our clients to bring at least two water bottles that can stand boiling water and are BPA free.There will be an additional porter who will be carrying a stove and kerosene to provide you with the assured water supply throughout the trek.

Our everyday program normally starts with a wakeup call at about 6:30 to 7:00 am depending on the distance you will be walking that particular day. By the time your breakfast is organized, you are to pack your duffel bag and leave it outside your room making it convenient for your porters and to make sure your luggage arrives before your arrival.

After breakfast, we will set out on our delightful trip on the beautiful cool morning. We stop for lunch at some delightful local settlement. After lunch we continue with our trip and around early or late afternoon we get to our destination where afternoon tea will be served by the Sherpa’s before they hand out your room key or lead you to your camps. Your afternoon stroll is governed by the time we get to our destination. Soon the dinner order will be taken and evening is typically exciting sharing your day’s stories, playing cards with the staff, or merely chatting.

The region of Langtang can be trekked both is Spring and Autumn season.
March, April, and May in the Spring.
September, October, November, and December during Autumn.
Monsoon – Trekking in Langtang during the month of June, July and August are not recommended due to it being very prone to landslides. 

Until the elevation of 2600 meters, the sub-tropical area of Langtang is taken over by hill forest consisting of Chirpine, Rhododendron, and Nepalese alder. The temperate zone till 3000 meters is covered mainly by oak forest, and pine forests like silver fir, hemlock, and larch in the lower sub-alpine zone around 3600 m. The Nepalese larch (larixnepalensis), the only deciduous conifer in the region, is found in this park around the same elevation. At 4000m and above into the alpine grassland meadows Langtang is covered with Juniper and Rhododendron shrubs (Azalea) and alpine herbs. 

Langtang's extensive Himalayan meadows provide habitat for several species such as musk deer and Himalayan Thar. The park is famous for its populations of RED PANDAS, Himalayan black bear, snow leopard, wild Boar, and more than 250 species of birds.

On all our trips, all Group Leaders representing Himalayan Dynasty carries a comprehensive medical kit that has medication from paracetamol, painkillers to antibiotic specially meant for treatment to any mountain ailment. Your leaders are medically trained and are professional dealing with any mountain illness. However, all travelers are requested to carry their own personal first aid kid including Throat Lozenges, Blister Tapes, Lip Balms, Knee Support, Antiseptic cream, Electrolytes, Iodine Tablets (for purification), Sewing Kit other than their own prescribed medication

There are no ATMs or a Money Exchange facility in the region. It’s always wise to exchange money in Kathmandu itself as recommended by your group leader. However, in case of exchanging foreign currency especially US dollars, Pounds, or Euros you can always get the necessary assistance from your leader, who would arrange it for you but may not get the real exchange value as in Kathmandu. 

In case you have to terminate trekking or any of our adventure trips under some situations and leave early then our Group Leader will arrange staff, necessary transportation, or procedures needed for you to get back to the city. However, you will not be entitled to claim a refund of the remaining package services you haven’t consumed. 

Langtang region has more of an ON and OFF reception facility. Though NTC (Nepal Telecommunication) NCELL towers have been set up reception is available only to some extent. Some destinations have a very low frequency or zero reception. And the reliability of the data network is unpredictable. 

Besides other mild mountain ailments like food poisoning or diarrhea, there has been no record of altitude sickness issues in the Langtang trek. However, we provide medically trained Group leaders with medications and oxygen cylinders to deal with other common mountain ailments.

Typically, there is no age limit for Lantang trekking and it is suitable for anyone with sound fitness. Though trekking in any part of Nepal involves a tremendous amount of undulating walking with altitude variation yet no previous extensive-trekking-experience is required. The sound level of physical fitness and a positive mindset is crucial. However, we recommend pre-physical training prior to your arrival in Nepal and your doctors’ consent (Mandatory) in regards to your personal ailments, weak ankle/knee, blood pressure, heart problem, etc.

Being slow is not a matter of concern when booked with us as typically your group leader sets up a ground for everyone in the group to stay together and walk collectively as a team. However, depending on the situation your group leader assigns a job for the assistant guides to cater to the separated group of people. Your leader always stays at the back with the slow walking people. But in no way people lose the charm of their trekking freedom, everyone reserves the right to take his/her time and maintain their own pace.
NO PRESSURE!!

The charging facility is not possible in all the settlements in Langtang. However, it is always wise to carry some extra batteries or the fully charged power bank batteries in case of emergency and most significantly your batteries run out pretty quick in the cold.

Over trivial cost, all tea houses provide you with super-hot showers, if not hot-bucket shower is always available.

Not all but few lodges provide you with Wi-Fi over some charges but not always reliable.

For Lantang Trekking travel insurance as your backup plan is a must. We recommend having an all-inclusive travel insurance policy covering all the aspects of your adventure that includes trip delays, cancellation, loss of property, sickness, or air evacuation. Though your leaders are highly trained to cope with any emergency situation yet sometimes even after the best of our precautions things happen. From everyday trekking injuries like sprained ankles to life-threatening conditions and natural disasters, it’s important that you have the right travel insurance for your adventure in Nepal.

The significance of being associated with the local company is - its hassle-free. Everything is covered and prearranged prior to your arrival in Nepal. Your local leaders are very well with the knowledge and region who can share necessary information and untold stories more than anybody else. Local companies will be there with a prompt solution to any emergency situation that arises during your stay in Nepal.