Langtang & Gosainkund trekking holiday, Nepal
| country: | Nepal |
| trip type: | High altitude & strenuous walking holidays |
| departures: | 2009: 1 Mar |
| price: | £595 (17 days) excluding flights. £45 single supplement |
the amazing things you'll be doing
Mountain vista across the Himalaya, mountain lakes and rich culture are the highlights of this trek.
The Langtang National Park is rich in nature and well known for it’s populations of Langur Monkey, red panda, musk deer, as well as 250 species of bird and flora to match.
Highlights include:Langtang, Ganesh Himal, Gosainkund, Laurabina viewpoint Pashupatinath Temple and Boudha Stupa Mountain villages Maximum altitude: 4615m Daily walking 4-7 hrs
This trip takes you from Kathmandu along the Trishuli River and up to the start of the trail. We then trek through Tamang and Sherpa villages along the Langtang Khola in a fabulous valley which is constantly changing as we gain altitude with a variety of habitats. Keep your eyes open for the birds and mammals! The valley widens at Kyanjin Gompa and here we have the opportunity to climb a viewing peak – Tsergo Ri. We then descend down the Langtang Khola before climbing again to Shing Gompa, where there is a cheese factory originally set up by a Swiss. Close by here is a Red Panda reserve so we should be alert, watching out for the wildlife. From here we trek to Laurabina and Gosainkund sacred lakes, where we are treated to views from the Lantang across the Ganesh Himal, and Annapurna Ranges.
A small viewing point above the sacred lakes provides a sensational Himalayan vista. After crossing Laurabina we descend through pretty Helambu villages and through Shivapuri National Park back to Kathmandu. This is definitely an unsung hero of the Nepal National Parks!
You can depend on our experience and professional expertise. Our directors have a combination of travel industry, charity and global corporate backgrounds. We are able to combine these skills to create a highly professional and experienced team.
Equally, we take our responsibilities seriously when looking after you in the mountains. The trekking staff have all been working in the industry for between 7 to 15+ years. Our group leaders attend professional training for Mountain Leadership and Mountain Safety & first aid training provided by KEEP (Kathmandu Environmental Education Project). The assistant Sherpa staff receive training in English language and eco-trekking.
Price details: Included are carbon balancing, 3 nights city B&B, 13 nights mountain lodge, 1 day guided sightseeing, transport and entrance fees in Kathmandu, transport, porterage and guide fees, National Park entrance fees and charity donation. Not included are international flights, meals other than those specified on the itinerary, personal expenses, staff tips, US $30 visa, additional sightseeing and travel insurance (mandatory).
The Langtang National Park is rich in nature and well known for it’s populations of Langur Monkey, red panda, musk deer, as well as 250 species of bird and flora to match.
Highlights include:
This trip takes you from Kathmandu along the Trishuli River and up to the start of the trail. We then trek through Tamang and Sherpa villages along the Langtang Khola in a fabulous valley which is constantly changing as we gain altitude with a variety of habitats. Keep your eyes open for the birds and mammals! The valley widens at Kyanjin Gompa and here we have the opportunity to climb a viewing peak – Tsergo Ri. We then descend down the Langtang Khola before climbing again to Shing Gompa, where there is a cheese factory originally set up by a Swiss. Close by here is a Red Panda reserve so we should be alert, watching out for the wildlife. From here we trek to Laurabina and Gosainkund sacred lakes, where we are treated to views from the Lantang across the Ganesh Himal, and Annapurna Ranges.
A small viewing point above the sacred lakes provides a sensational Himalayan vista. After crossing Laurabina we descend through pretty Helambu villages and through Shivapuri National Park back to Kathmandu. This is definitely an unsung hero of the Nepal National Parks!
You can depend on our experience and professional expertise. Our directors have a combination of travel industry, charity and global corporate backgrounds. We are able to combine these skills to create a highly professional and experienced team.
Equally, we take our responsibilities seriously when looking after you in the mountains. The trekking staff have all been working in the industry for between 7 to 15+ years. Our group leaders attend professional training for Mountain Leadership and Mountain Safety & first aid training provided by KEEP (Kathmandu Environmental Education Project). The assistant Sherpa staff receive training in English language and eco-trekking.
Price details: Included are carbon balancing, 3 nights city B&B, 13 nights mountain lodge, 1 day guided sightseeing, transport and entrance fees in Kathmandu, transport, porterage and guide fees, National Park entrance fees and charity donation. Not included are international flights, meals other than those specified on the itinerary, personal expenses, staff tips, US $30 visa, additional sightseeing and travel insurance (mandatory).
day-by-day itinerary
| Day 1: | Arrival in Kathmandu. (City hotel B&B) |
| Day 2: | Kathmandu Sightseeing (City hotel B&B) |
| Day 3: | Kathmandu to Shyphru Besi (Altitude: 1460m. Driving time: 7 hrs. Mountain lodge) |
| Day 4: | Shybhru Besi to Lama Hotel (Altitude: 2840m. Walking time: 7 hrs. Mountain lodge) |
| Day 5: | Lama Hotel to Langtang (Altitude: 3420m. Walking time: 6 hrs. Mountain lodge) |
| Day 6: | Langtang to Kyanjin Gompa (Altitude: 3900m. Walking time: 3½ hrs. Mountain lodge ) |
| Day 7: | Kyanjin Gompa to Langtang (Altitude: 3420m. Walking time: up to 9 hrs. Mountain lodge) |
| Day 8: | Langtang to Bamboo Lodge (Altitude: 1975m. Walking time: 6 hrs. Mountain lodge ) |
| Day 9: | Bamboo Lodge to Thulo Shypbru (Altitude: 2200m. Walking time: 6 hrs. Mountain lodge) |
| Day 10: | Thulo Shyphru to Shing Gompa (Altitude: 3200m. Walking time: 4½ hrs. Mountain lodge ) |
| Day 11: | Shing Gompa to Gosainkund (Altitude: 4300m. Walking time: 6 hrs. Mountain lodge ) |
| Day 12: | Gosainkund to Ghopte (Altitude: 3400m. Walking time: 6 hrs. Mountain lodge ) |
| Day 13: | Ghopte to Magengoth (Altitude 3200m. Walking time: 4½ hrs. Mountain lodge ) |
| Day 14: | Magengoth to Thodong Danda (Altitude: 2250m. Walking time: 5 hrs. Mountain lodge ) |
| Day 15: | Thodong Danda to Chisapani (Altitude: 2370m. Walking time: 5 hrs. Mountain lodge) |
| Day 16: | Chisapani to Kathmandu (Walking time: 4 hrs. City hotel B&B) |
| Day 17: | Depart Kathmandu |
small group adventure holiday
Typically you will be sharing your experiences with between 4-20 like minded travellers (depending on the trip, operator and how many others are booked on the trip) and you'll have a group leader with you. Whether you are travelling alone or with friends its good value, and a great way to meet new people! While itineraries are pre-planned there is some flexibility and you'll have plenty of privacy. This trip will appeal to travellers of all ages who enjoy meeting new people as well as seeing new places.how this holiday makes a difference
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All our holidays have the same core 5 values:
In addition, on all our trekking holidays free filtered water is provided to customers to ensure minimal environmental impact of use of firewood to boil water or plastic bottles which can not be re-cycled. We issue all clients with a rubbish bag - all waste items are collected in the bag and removed from the mountains so that they can be disposed of safely and responsibly. Where there is a choice we will only use teahouses that use renewable energy fuel stoves and water heating systems such as biogas and solar energy. This trip brings economic benefit to the local Langtang Sherpa people by using teahouse facilities and encouraging trade with those who otherwise live a very deprived lifestyle. Our group leaders attend professional training for Mountain Leadership and Mountain Safety & first aid training provided by KEEP (Kathmandu Environmental Education Project is a registered non-governmental organisation, working to support sustainable tourism in Nepal). We pride ourselves on paying wages higher than commercial organisations and limit the loads that our porter staffs carry. Equally the assistant Sherpa staff receive training in English language and eco-trekking. |
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