Langtang Tea House Trek

Go by local transport along the northwestern hills of Kathmandu to Dhunche. Enjoy the Himalayan views and mountainous lifestyle as you pass the terraced fields and rustic villages.

Transportation: Kathmandu to Dhunche by Public Bus
Accommodation: Standard Tea House

This is your first day of trekking. Start by road for 1 hour following the flushing Trishuli River on your left-hand side. Meantime you can have occasional views of the Langtang and Tibetan ranges. Leave the road from Bharkhu and ascend towards Thulo Syabru, which is followed by apple farms and pine forests. The trail is mostly uphill but not steep. After passing a few settlements, you will be at Thulo Syabru.

Accommodation: Standard Tea House

The day begins with walking downhill until you reach a suspension bridge, which allows you to cross one of the streams of Langtang River. The trail is then gradual for the next hour, and you will be able to see a glimpse of Langtang Himal. From here the trail goes steeply down to Pairo Besi, a small village located at the bank of Langtang River and at the ridge of a huge cliff. Follow the Langtang Khola and Pass through the dense forest. After reaching Bamboo get ready for the final countdown of the day. Now the trail ascends with lots of stairways until the Lama Hotel.

Accommodation: Standard Tea House

Continue your trek to Langtang village via Ghore Tabela. You can experience the marvelous views of Langtang Lirung. Pass by water mills, prayer wheels and chortens, with sacred mounds of rocks and inscriptions carved on them. The trail continues to climb gently, and the valley widens, passing a few temporary settlements used by herders who bring their livestock to graze in the high pastures during the summer months.

Accommodation: Standard Tea House

The trail climbs gradually passing through the tiny villages, yak pastures, stone-built houses, and chorten and then passes a huge mani along a gentle path of hill. After crossing several small streams and moraines, the trail reaches the settlement at Kyanjin. Today's hike is short, allowing time for your body to acclimatize and for you to explore the surrounding a. It is a dramatic setting, with snow covered peaks surrounding you in all directions. At this point, you can enjoy the panoramic view of Dorje Larpa, Langtang Ri, Langtang Lirung and several other peaks. You can explore the monastery and the cheese factory if you prefer.

Accommodation: Standard Tea House

Get ready for a day hike to Tserku Ri, the highest elevation of the whole trek. This hike will take the entire day as you ascend and descend. But the alpine of this hike will help you to look beyond the exhaustions. It's truly magical and beautiful.

Accommodation: Standard Tea House

From Kyanjin you retrace the route, following the Langtang Khola to Langtang village and onwards to Lama Hotel. Enjoy the downhill walk and the fantastic views of the mountain if you miss it on the way up.

Accommodation: Standard Tea House

A downhill walk following the river and forest to Syabru Bensi where you spent the last night.

Accommodation: Standard Tea House

Early in the morning you start your drive back to Kathmandu. Enjoy the scenic foothills and ridgeline on the way.

Transportation: Syabru Besi to Kathmandu by Public Bus