Langtang Ganjala Trek, 16-day program
Discover the impressive Langtang area in Nepal and its local culture with this 16-day trekking program, with a certified guide from the GuideSource team.
Himalaya
16 Days
Mar - May, Sep - Nov
High
Intermediate
Description
This 16-day trekking tour around the Langtang area, via the Ganja la Pass (5,122 m), is a great way to discover Nepal and its natural wonders. The itinerary is completed with visits to different Tibetan villages, making it a perfect opportunity to learn about the local culture and religious traditions.
To begin this program, we will meet you at the Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport. Next day, we will tour around Kathmandu’s World Heritage Sites, as well as get ready for the itinerary ahead.
The trekking itinerary begins at Sybru Bensi and concludes in Melamchi Bazaar. In between, we will visit different Tibetan and Sherpa villages like Kyangjin Gompa (3,800 m), Ngegang (4,520 m), Sermathang (2,620 m) and Melamchi Pul (850 m).
One of the key highlights of this itinerary is the views of the Langtang valley and the peaks in the Langtang range from the beautiful Tserko Ri (5,00o m). Some of the peaks you will have unique views of from here are Dorje Larpa (6,990m), Langtang Ri (6,370m), Langtang Lirung (7,245m) and Yala Peak (5,520m).
Along the itinerary, we will spend the nights in guesthouses and lodges in these traditional villages.
Have a look at a detailed day-by-day program below.
On this program, you will be guided by a certified member of the GuideSource team. At GuideSource we are proud of having over 35 years of experience guiding groups up in the mountains, with zero serious or fatal accidents in all of our years of experience.
Interested in this Langtang Ganjala Trek, 16-day program? Request your booking! Have a look at other similar programs in this area, like the Bhairav Kunda, Nepal, 14 Day Guided Trek and the Ganesh Himal Trek, 16-day program.
Price includes
- Accommodation included
- Guiding fee
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Porters
- Mountain guide expenses
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
Arrival in Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport
Transfer to the hotel
Briefing on the itinerary
Overnight at Hotel B/B
Day 2: Kathmandu
Sightseeing around Kathmandu – World Heritage Sites like the Durbar Square, the sacred Hindu temple of Pashupati Nath, the famous ‘Monkey Temple’ Swayambhu Nath, and the Bouddha Nath Buddhist shrine
Optional: last minute shopping of personal items in preparation for next day
Overnight at Hotel B/B
Day 3: Kathmandu - Syabru Besi
Drive along the north-western hills of Kathmandu – views of the mountainous lifestyle, terraced fields and rustic villages
Lunch at the Trishuli Bazar
Drive to Dhunche
Descent to Syabru Besi
Overnight at Hotel
Driving time: 8 hours
Day 4: Syabru Besi Trek to Lama Hotel
Cross over to the bank of the Langtang river to begin the trekking experience
Spotting wildlife such as local monkeys, wild boar and if we are lucky the Himalayan black bear or the endangered red panda
Trek aling the river bank
Gentle ascent to the reach Lama hotel (2,748 m) on the bank of the river
Overnight at Lodge
Day 5: Lama Hotel - Langtang Village
Trek from Lama Hotel to the green meadows of Ghora Tabela – view of the Langtang snowy peaks
Arrival in the Langtang village (3,500 m), with Tibetan houses and a quaint charm, and house of the Langtang National Park
Arrival in guesthouse
Visit around the village and to the local yak cheese factory
Overnight at Lodge
Day 6: Langtang Village - Kyangjin Gompa
Early start
Trek across tiny ethnic Tibetan villages
Arrival in Kyangjin Gompa (3,800 m), with a monastery, a government run cheese factory and a few houses and lodges
Views of the Langtang valley and peaks on the Langtang Range: Dorje Larpa (6,990m), Langtang Ri (6,370m), Langtang Lirung (7,245m) and Yala Peak (5,520m)
Overnight at Lodge
Day 7: Kyangjin Gompa / Tserko Ri
Options for this day:
Rest
Visit the nearby monastery and cheese factory
Climb Tserko Ri (5,033 m), a steep climb from Kyangjin Gompa. Takes around 2 hours. It provides unique views of the surrounding peaks. It is the pinnacle of the Langtang trek, energy permitting
Overnight at Lodge
Day 8: Kyangin Gompa - Ngegang
Trek from Kyangin Gompa to Ngegang (4,520m)
Trekking time: 7 hours
Day 9: Ngegang - Ganja la Pass - Keldang
Trek from Ngegang to Keldang via the Ganja la Pass (5,130m)
Trekking time: 6 hours
Day 10: Keldang - Dukpu
Trek from Keldang to Dukpu (4,050 m)
Trekking time: 5 hours
Day 11: Dukpu - Tarke Ghyang
Trek from Dukpu to Tarke Ghyang (2,750 m)
Trekking time: 6 hours
Day 12: Tarke Ghyang - Sermathang
Trek from Tarke Ghyang to Sermathang (2,620 m)
Trekking time: 5 hours
Day 13: Sermathang - Melamchi Pul
Trek from Sermathang to Melamchi Pul (850 m)
Trekking time: 4.5 hours
Day 14: Melamchi - Kathmandu
Drive from Melamchi to Kathmandu (1,350 m)
Transfer to the hotel
Overnight in the hotel
Driving time: 6 hours
Day 15: Kathmandu
Day at leisure. Options:
Take an extra trip
Explore the Thamel for a last day of shopping
Farewell dinner
Overnight at Hotel B/B
Day 16: Departure from Kathmandu
Transfer to the International Airport
End of program
About the guide
-GuideSource
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We started in 2007 in order to provide a high quality adventure touristic services. Our aim is guest satisfaction during the whole trek and expedition. A well-organised and enjoyable trip is our prime objective.
Languages
Nepali | German | French | English
Certificates
AMGA | NNMGA
What people are saying about -GuideSource
This is a super beautiful trek in spring and in winter! Loved it.
Excellent trip.
I recommend this trip!
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