8 Days Langtang Valley Trek

8 Days Langtang Valley Trek Overview

8 days Langtang Valley trek is a comfortable trek for those who wish to enjoy the panorama view of white snow-capped mountains within a short time, this trekking region is closer to Kathmandu than other regions. The very famous and popular Langtang Valley is aptly called the Valley of Glaciers here mountains rise, soaring toward the sky. The valley offers pine forests, swift mountain streams, rugged rock, and snow-capped peaks.

The landscape of grassy downs and meadows with an abundance of flowers and wild animals is sure to leave you speechless. In the upper part of the valley, there are snow ridges spanning gushing torrents, high passes enveloped in the mist tiny lakes of crystalline brightness, and glaciated mountain giants. Once you enter the Langtang valley you are surrounded by brightly painted fluttering prayer flags.

Just after the monsoon season, Langtang becomes easy and comfortable to access, a trek that provides picturesque views of the towering peak Langtang Lirung (7,246m). This peak dominates the upper valley skyline and straddles the Tibetan border.

In the spring it becomes the ideal location to spot rare birds and flowers. According to a legend, a lama following a runaway yak discovered the valley, hence the name -Lang (Tibetan name for YAK), Tang (colloquially known as Dhang means to follow). There are good opportunities for moderate climbing excursions throughout 8 days Langtang Valley trek, you should allow some extra days for exploration of the extensive glacier system.

8 Days Langtang Valley Trek Fitness

8 days Langtang Valley Trek is a short and moderate hike in the Langtang region. We have organized 8 days Langtang Valley Trek for people of varied age differences. Even though it is a short and moderate trek, you are required to be in good shape, and with professional guidance by our crew, anyone with reasonably fit health will be able to enjoy the 8 days Langtang Valley trek. Previous trekking or hiking experience is not required for this trek.

Accommodations during 8 Days Langtang Valley Trek

8 days Langtang Valley trek package does not include accommodation in Kathmandu but if you need help finding the best accommodation in Kathmandu, do not hesitate to let us know, and we will arrange the best accommodation as per your budget and choice.

Accommodations during the 8 days of Langtang Valley hiking, we arrange the best available lodges/guesthouses on full board (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) in each village. On the first day of our hike, we spend the night in a beautiful village called Syabru Bensi.  This village has a wide range of lodges and guesthouses featuring fantastic facilities of rooms with comfortable beds, neat and clean bedsheets, and warm blankets with attached bathrooms and Internet Wi-Fi. The lodge’s restaurant serves authentic and organic meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) from their restaurant menu.

On day second, we will hike from Syabru Bensi to Lama Hotel. In this village, there are a few basic lodges and guesthouses available. We arrange one of the best lodges on a full board basis in this village. On day third, we hike from Lama Hotel to Langtang Valley where we can find a wide range of lodges and guesthouses with fantastic facilities. We provide you with one of the best lodges for your comfort and safety on full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and 3 cups of tea/coffee). On the day fourth, we hike from Langtang Valley to Kyangjin Gompa, this village has a few lodges and guesthouses with basic facilities, so we arrange one of the best available lodges for your comfortable stay in this beautiful village with a full board.

On the day fifth, today is a rest day, a day hike to Kyangjin Ri, and enjoying some of the striking views of the Langtang Himalayas. Overnight at Kyangjin Gompa at the same lodge. On the day sixth, hike down from Kyangjin Gompa to Lama Hotel. On the day seventh, hike back from Lama Hotel to Syabru Bensi, overnight at the best available guesthouses with meals and a room with an attached bathroom. On the day eighth, we conclude the beautiful 8 days Langtang Valley trek with a scenic 6 hours drive to Kathmandu.

Meals and Drinks during 8 Days Langtang Valley Trek

During the 8 days Langtang Valley trek, our hiking package includes meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) and lodge (guesthouse) accommodations. Meals during the trek will be mostly authentic Nepalese dishes like rice, curry, lentil, vegetables, spicy free pickles, curd, plain chapatti and etc. Other cuisines like continental, Tibetan, and Indian are also available. These meals will be served as per the menu of the lodge. Besides that, you can buy bars, bread, cookies, and hot chocolates, extra on the trail on your own.

Regarding the drinking water, during the 8 Langtang Valley trek, drinking water can be easily found everywhere, every next hour you can buy pure and safe drinking water from the local teashops and guesthouses. Also, you can get hot water from the lodge and fill in your bottle every time it gets empty. So, do carry a reusable water bottle with you. We request you not to buy mineral water bottles (plastic) on the way as it will help in preserving the nature of this beautiful region. Moreover, you can also carry water purifier tablets or SteriPen with you to purify the water.

Langtang Valley Trek – Why with Alpine Eco Trek?

Alpine Eco Trek offers the 8 days of Langtang Valley trek in a unique way. We take our guests like family members, and for us, this is not only a business but, also a way to connect and know people from different parts of the world. Our exclusively designed 8 days Langtang Valley trek itinerary gives you all of the Langtang Valley trek experience. We guarantee you that, with our local team, you will complete this trek without having any issues, and get back to your home with a sweet memory.