Kyangjin Gumba Trek Tour

Langtang valley is appropriately called "the valley of glaciers" comes from surrounded gigantic Himalaya; which raise soaring towards the sky. Cooperatively, short and Easy Langtang Valley Trekking is one of the most popular trekking trails in Langtang Region. The magnificent views of glaciers, breathtaking Himalaya vista, Himalayan holy lakes, varieties of rare flora and fauna and ancient culture, has been dragging from centuries and theirs day to day live hood are main attraction for the mountains lover in Nepal.

The Langtang Valley visited by British Mountaineer Mr. Bill Tilman and describes it is a one of the beautiful valley in the world, since then this valley becomes most popular Trekking trail in Langtang Region. The low level of Langtang Valley is nearby Tibetan border, that’s why people custom, culture are similar like Tibetans. The Tamang and Sherpa ethnics’ inhabitance Langtang Valley has good network of teahouse lodge facilities Trekking but can do camping (tent camp) trekking as your wish. During the Langtang Valley Trekking you may enjoy the trail, which goes through the pine, juniper, rhododendron, bamboo and others rare vegetation forest, swift mountain streams, rugged rock and snow- capped peaks, grassy downs and meadows strewn with daisies and wild primulas. In the upper part of the valley there are snows ridges spanning angry torrents, high passes enveloped in mist, tiny lakes of crystalline brightness and glaciated mountain giants are unforgettable memories in your journey.

The Langtang Valley Trekking begins with a 7/ 8 hours drive to Tamang Culture Heritage Village Syabru Bensi. At first we are trekking through a sub-tropical jungle, then a dense forest of oak, birch and pine before the valley opens out into alpine meadows and yak pastures nearby Langtang Village. During the spring these high meadows are carpeted with a rich variety of alpine wild flowers and the forests are also in full bloom with rare tree orchids and the colorful rhododendron (Nepal's national flower). The Langtang forests are also well known for their verities wildlife, including red pandas, Himalayan black bear, wild boar and langur monkeys - you may see group of these monkeys, especially between Syabru and Ghora Tabela. Beyond Langtang village is the summer settlement of Kyanjin with its small Gumba (Monastery) and cheese factory surrounded by vast mountains range with its tremendous splendor. The small settlement a round yak pastures, dominated by the fluted North West face of Kangchenpo, whilst Kyangjin Ri (4708m) provides a splendid viewpoint. The snow capped including the awesome Langtang Lirung, Pemthang Ri, Langshisha Ri, Dorje Lakpa, and Kangchenpo, Tilman's fluted peak Panorama scenery are visible at 360 degree from here, are as spectacular as anywhere in the Himalaya. We are descending from the upper Langtang retrace along the river back to Syabru Bensi and drive to Kathmandu.

Langtang Valley Trekking is a highly recommended as a moderate trek can be arranged in whole year in Short Holiday Nepal Visitors. It would be our great pleasures make your holidays more relax able and comfortable as you wish through our lifetime experience friendly staffs. Nepal Mother house Treks & Expedition organize all tours/treks itinerary customized according to our Clients holiday period and interest. We are hearing from your heartily welcome to join this trekking with us.

Trip Facts:

Trekking Destination: Kaynjing Gumba/ Kyangjin Ri

Activities: Trekking & walking, Sightseeing, Cultural Tour

Difficulty: Easy, Moderate

Max Elevation: (4708m) Kyangjin Ri

Trek/Tour Style: Teahouse/ Camping

Accommodation: Deluxe hotel in Ktm & Lodge in Trekking

Meals: Full board on trek & Breakfast Ktm

Operation: Hotel/Lodge

Transportation: Comfortable private vehicle/ Tourist bus

Best Month: Aug/ Sept/Oct/Nov & Feb/Mar/April/May

DETAIL ITINERARY:

Day 01: Arrive at Kathmandu:

Upon arrival at international airport meet assist and transfer to the Hotel (star category, very nice and centrally located at Thamel), take rest and free at afternoon.

Day 02: Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing pre- Treks meetings (1350m):

Our Tour Guide led you explore around Kathmandu valley for the sight seen. Have explore historical and spiritual attractions; including the historic Kathmandu Durbar Square; the House of Living Goddess “Kumari” and Kasthamandup temple” Said that was built from single tree in 16th century, Big bell-Big drams, Erotic carving in old temple, old palace etc., Bouddhanath; one of the largest Stupas in Nepal, Swayambhunath; situated on top of the hill knows as the Monkey Temple is one of the oldest Buddhist Stupa in the world, which has been registered in UNICECO heritage side. Pasupatinath; Hindus holy place, Sadhus and pilgrims bathing at occasionally, funeral pyres burning on the Ghats, located on the holy Bagmati river. Finally we have sightseeing beautiful Patan Durbar squares; the Krisna Temple has build just by stone with incredible crafts, Patan king’s palace, Golden temple and much more. It is very famous for woodcarving, Metal works, Temples and Monasteries. If we have time there are still more remark site; the one of the oldest cities in Kathmandu valley “Bhaktapur” is known as Living Museum. Where, old brick paved enclave of old Royal palace, Nyathapola Temple, Datatriya temple exquisite artwork offers a picture of the grandeur of medieval Nepal. After these activates back to hotel and pre- prier for the treks. Stay overnight at hotel. Please, check your insurance details and have a copy of your travel medical insurance policy with you.

Day 03: Drive Kathmandu to Syabrubesi (1440m) -7 to 8 hours:

Our team come to in your hotel at 6:00 am. Then we head north out of Kathmandu to Syabru Besi about 7/8 hours scenic driving by bus or Land cruiser (depending on group size). The scenery of foothills and ridgeline vistas to Syabru Besi goes through the Trishuli Bazaar, Betrawati and Dhunche you feel as if you are heading towards deep land. While passing along the road at the bank of Trishuli River you catch a glimpse of Ganesh Himal, terraces and green hills. Behind Trisuli Bazaar the road is tricky because of the grubby road. Stay overnight at hotel.

Day 04: Trek Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel (2,470m) -5 to 6 hours:

As a first day of trekking, we are exciting; the first part of the trail crosses through Bhote Koshi and follows the Langtang Khola and gradually climbs to Bamboo (1960m) enjoy through the rhododendron and bamboo forests. The variety wildlife; yellow-throated martens, wild boars, langur monkeys, red pandas and Himalayan black bears etc. are inhabitance of this forest. Afterwards, your trek ascends gently to Rimche (2400m) through Bamboo which lies at the bank of Langtang Khola with few houses. Probably, we will have lunch at this place if you like. And at the end your trail is level to the Lama Hotel for the overnight stay.

Day 05: Trek Lama Hotel to Langtang (3,430m) -5 to 6 hours:

Today, at the beginning the trail climbs up towards a steep forest slope to the Langtang River. The trail follows Gumanechok, Ghoda Tabela literally it means the Horse Stable. After this the trail is slightly gradual and beautiful in the valley with the grazing Yaks. After sometime descends into a valley, the trail cross a stream and climbs past several water-driven prayer wheels to the large settlement of Langtang. This is one of the old villages along this trekking route and the view from here is more spectacular as we get closer to mountain. Rest of the day we walk around village and stay overnight Guest house.

Day 06: Trek Langtang to Kyanjin Gompa (3,870m) -3 to 4 hours:

The trail leads us through the tiny village, stone-built houses and climb to a Chorten and passed a huge mani along a gentle path of a hill. We have chance to test cheese and curd by Yak milk, it is remarkable of this place. This is a shorter walk but enough for acclimatization. The surroundings are interesting also because of the famous Cheese factory. This beautiful valley is in the lap of the Langtang Lirung and others around us. This is a good place to explore local culture similar as Tibetan which has been dragging from centuries.

Day 07: Explore day in Kyanjing Gumba:

Today is a day to rest and explore around. We visit the monastery and the cheese factory or may walk up the moraine to see the spectacular ice faces and tumbling glaciers of Langtang Lirung or ascend Kyangjin Ri (4350m) and Tserko Ri (5,000m), which is highest point of this trek, directly behind the village, for a breath-taking panorama of the langtang Lirung, Langtang range, Kinshung, Yansa Tsenji and the foot of the huge Lirung Glacier. Descend to guesthouse for overnight.

Day 08: Trek Kyanjin Gompa to Langtang (3,430m) -3 hours:

After late wake up, we have hot breakfast with observing surrounding genetic snowy capped mountains breathtaking view. All the way downhill but you will see fantastic views of towering mountain what you have missed on the way up. Still if you can visit glacier after 2 hours walk. Or come back to Langtang and enjoy rest of the day around village and mountains beauties.

Day 09: Trek Langtang Village to Bamboo Lodge (1960m) -4 to 5 hours:

After breakfast the trail retrace downhill to the Bamboo Lodge through the some ancient Tamang settlement with fantastic views of towering mountain and some wildlife and pine and Junipers forests. It is still enjoyable trail even retrace. We stay overnight at Lama Hotel./

Day 10: Trek Bamboo to Syabrubesi (1440m) -4 to 5 hours:

Today also we retrace all the way to Sybrubesi about 4 to 5 hours. For variation we will follow the so called ‘high’-route back to Syarubesi. This trail splits of the route we took upwards shortly after leaving Lama Hotel. The route goes to the small village of Syarpagaon, and continues onto Bhanjyanggaon and Khangjung before descending back to Syabrubesi. This was the primary route to Langtang before the new trail (which we followed on our way up) was build (6 hrs).

Day 11: Drive Syabrubesi to Kathmandu -7 to 8 hours:

We will be ready at 6:00 morning in hotel lobby with having your breakfast or advice as your trekking guide or you’re wise. We will drive back to Kathmandu through the road passing terraces, streams, rivers, local settlements, high hills and along the Trishuli river side. It takes about 7 to 8 hours to reach your hotel in Kathmandu by bus/ private car.

Day 12: Farewell friend day in Kathmandu (1,350m):

In this pleasant day you may have full day at leisure either relax at hotel or explore the around Thamel. Today is day of ending your journey, so we would like offer you farewell dinner in Nepali typical Restaurant and hand over you Trip Certificate, Trekking Permit and TIMS Card for memory of Nepal trip.

Day 13: Final Departure to your Destination:

Today is free or last minute shopping for souvenirs or gift to your family, friends or relatives for you until departure flight/drive. Our assist will be transfer to the International Airport for your departure flight to your onwards destination.