Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,345m):
Meet our team at the airport and transfer to your hotel. Evening welcome dinner and trek briefing.
Day 2: Kathmandu Sightseeing & Trek Preparation:
Explore UNESCO World Heritage sites and prepare for the trek. Enjoy and experience the art, culture and architecture.
Day 3: Drive to Syabrubesi (1,460m, 7 hours):
Scenic drive through hilly terrain and traditional villages to Syabrubesi, the trek starting point. The journey takes us through stunning views of the Manaslu and Ganesh Himal ranges.
Day 4: Trek from Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel (2,480m, 6 hours):
Begin trekking along the Langtang Khola, through lush forests and waterfalls to Lama Hotel.
Day 5: Trek to Langtang Village (3,430m, 6 hours):
Ascend through dense forests with glimpses of Langtang Lirung, reaching Langtang Village, home to Tamang culture. With luck, we might spot the elusive red panda along the way.
Day 6: Trek to Kyangjin Gompa (3,870m, 3 hours):
Trek to Kyagnjin Gompa, surrounded by spectacular mountain views and ancient monasteries.
Day 7: Acclimatization Day in Kyangjin Gompa:
Optional hike to Kyangjin Ri or Tserko Ri (4,984m) for panoramic Himalayan views.
Day 8: Trekking back from Kyangjin Gompa to Lama Hotel (5-6 hours):
Descend back through the scenic valley to Lama Hotel.
Day 9: Trek from Lama Hotel to Thulo Syabru (2,230m, 5-6 hours):
Trek through forests and villages to Thulo Syabru, a picturesque Tamang settlement.
Day 10: Trek to Sing Gompa (3,300m, 5-7 hours):
A trek through dense forests of oak and rhododendron to Foprang Danda, and making our way steadily to Sing Gompa and its picturesque setting and impressive views.
Day 11: Trek to Gosaikunda (4,380m, 5-6 hours)
We trek through forests to Cholangpati and Lauribinak for stunning Himalayan views, then ascend to the alpine lakes of Gosaikunda, including Saraswatikunda, Bhairabkunda, and Gosaikunda itself.
Day 12: Trek to Ghopte (4,610, 7 hours):
We cross Laurebina Pass, soak in mountain views among prayer flags, then descend the scenic trail to Phedi and Gopte.
Day 13: Trek to Kutumsang (2,470m, 7 hours):
We hike through rhododendron and pine forests, visit Thadepati’s scenic ridge, then descend via streams and woodlands to Kutumsang.
Day 14: Trek from Kutumsang to Chisapani (2,215m, 7 hours):
We ascend through Helambu’s green hills to Gul Bhanjyang, hike via Thodang and Chipling, then descend through forests to Chisapani, known for its mountain sunrise views.
Day 15: Trek to Sundarijal (1400m, 4 hours)
Our final hike leads through Mulkharka valley and forests with great Kathmandu valley views, ending at Sundarijal, followed by a short drive back to Kathmandu.
Day 16: Departure
Farewell and drop-off at the airport, or the opportunity to join another of our programs.
