COUNTRIES VISITED: Nepal
TRIP CODE: LLL
DURATION: 17 Days
TRIP TYPE: Trekking
TRIP LEADER: Local Leader
TRIP GRADE: Demanding
GROUP SIZE: 2 - 10 people
TRIP STYLE: Tea House
NEXT DEPARTURE: 10 Oct 2025
REVIEWS: 5 Stars Based On 3 Reviews
TREES PLANTED: 5 Trees Planted for each Booking
This is the classic trek to Langtang valley then up to the sacred lakes at Gosainkund. After crossing Laurebina La we walk through Helambu and Kathmandu.
Langtang region is a trekking area North of Kathmandu near the Tibetan border. Bill Tilman, the well known Himalayan mountaineer, explored this area. He described it as “one of the world's most beautiful valleys”.
The Langtang trek passes through forests home to the red panda, himalayan black bear and musk deer. Higher up above the treeline the landscape opens out to an alpine plateau. From the lodges at Kyanjin Gompa we see the glaciated valleys and high Himalayan peaks. There are fine views of Langtang peaks.
After descending the valley to Lama Hotel we pass Thulo Syabru and start the Laurebina La pass trek. We hike up through rhododendrons and pass Sing Gompa on the way to Gosainkund lakes. We enter the high alpine zone and then we cross the Laurebina La pass adorned with Buddhist prayer flags. The top of the pass is an elevation of 4,700m. The views of the Nepali and Tibetan Himalayas are sensational. To the West you see Ganesh Himal and to the East over to Rolwaling and Everest peaks.
From here we descend into the Helambu valley back to Kathmandu. Along the way we hike through scattered villages and fields. The last section is through Shivapuri National Park. We arrive at the road head at Sundarijal on the outskirts of Kathmandu valley.
Flying into Kathmandu on a clear day is in itself an unforgettable experience. The Himalayan peaks are only a short distance north of the capital of Nepal as seen from the plane. After customs, you will pass into the passenger pick-up area outside the building. You will see a Mountain Company signboard. Our representative will be waiting to welcome you to Nepal.
After transferring to your hotel we will give you a full trek briefing. The rest of the day will be yours to explore Kathmandu and to make final preparations for the trek. You will hear the Nepalese word for hello ‘Namaste’, you will never forget that word after this holiday.
This is a one day guided sightseeing tour of the Kathmandu Valley. We visit three out of the seven World Heritage Sites. You start off by visiting Patan Durbar Square. Afterwards you drive to the Buddhist stupa at Boudhanath. The last stop of the day at the Hindu shrine of Pashupatinath. The tour is likely to finish around 4pm and the rest of the day is free to further explore Kathmandu.
Three major towns in the valley, Kathmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur. Each place has great artistic and architectural traditions. Kathmandu is the capital and the largest city in the country. Patan, the second largest separated from Kathmandu by Bagmati river. Bhaktapur, the third largest, is towards the eastern end of the valley. Its relative isolation reflected in its slower pace and more medieval atmosphere. In Kathmandu there is a bustle of activity especially in the bazaars and markets. While the city has expanded over the last 10 years it is still possible to see traditional buildings and temples.
After breakfast we leave Kathmandu by private vehicle. We exit the Kathmandu valley to the North past Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park. This is a long drive although these days the road is hard topped all the way to Syabru Besi. We pass through the rural landscape of villages and locals working in the fields.
We descend to Trishuli river and drive onto Trishuli Bazaar. As this is at a low elevation of 540m it will be hot and humid compared to Kathmandu. We follow the Trishuli river to the north and after passing through Dhunche we arrive at Syabru Besi. This small town is at an altitude of 1,420m and is about the same height as Kathmandu.
From Syabru Besi we start the trek by crossing a suspension bridge over the Bhote Khola. This river flows from Tibet and is the main tributary of the Trishuli river. Soon after you cross another suspension bridge over the Langtang Khola. The hiking trail follows this river all the way to Langtang.
Along the side of the river there is bamboo forest and we are likely to see troupes of Langur monkeys. The red panda also lives here although they are shy, nocturnal animals and rarely seen during the day. You will stop for the night at one of the lodges at Lama Hotel.
After breakfast, we continue walking through the forest following the Bhote Khola river. After several hours you arrive at a few houses at Gumnachok. We are now above the tree line and hiking through yak pastures. Soon after we arrive in Ghora Tabela at an altitude of 3,020m. We get the first views of the snowy Himalayan peaks with Langtang Lirung to the North. After a short ascent we reach Thyangsyap where we stay in a lodge for the night. We do not walk to a higher altitude today as we are mindful of acclimatisation to the high altitude.
Today is a shorter day to ensure essential acclimatisation. As we are now over 3,000m in altitude we have to be careful to ascend at a gradual rate to allow time for our body to adapt. After Thyangsyap the valley widens out with extensive yak pastures.
We pass the site where the village of Langtang used to be. In April 2015 an earthquake triggered an avalanche that buried the houses. The trail now climbs over the landslide debris and there is a memorial for the people that died. The lodges from Langtang have moved to Mundu as these are in a safer, more protected part of the valley.
After leaving Mundu we pass through a series of mani walls as we are in Buddhist country. The people of Langtang valley are Sherpas who migrated from Tibet. There are superb mountain views of Naya Kanga to the South plus Langtang 2 and Langtang Lirung to the North.
Kyangjin Gompa is a beautiful place surrounded by high Himalayan peaks. We check into one of the lodges and have lunch. In the afternoon we walk with the guide to a viewpoint overlooking the valley with a panoramic view.
There are several options for day walks from Kyangjin Gompa. We recommend the walk up Chergo Ri for the best mountain views. We leave the lodges and walk up the valley to East then turn off to follow the trail climbing up Chergo Ri. This is a non technical route although if snowy or icy then may the conditions may not allow a safe ascent. The summit is at an altitude of 4,984m and the view of the Himalaya is sensational.
The other option for a less strenuous day walk is to walk up the valley towards the glacier. The upper part of Langtang valley is wild and remote with lots of places to explore. When you get back to Kyangjin Gompa after your walk, we can spend time enjoying this incredible place.
Today we head back down the Langtang valley along the same trail. We spend the night at Lama Hotel and this is the place where we slept on the first night of the trek.
We continue our hike down the Langtang valley. Lower down the trail starts to contour round the valley to the pretty village of Thula Syabru. The people in this village are Tamangs and like Sherpas came from Tibet many years ago.
We have a significant climb today of 1,150m up to Sing Gompa at an altitude of 3,250m. As we have slept at a height of 3,870m at Kyangjin Gompa we are well acclimatised and will feel stronger on the uphill.
Through gaps in the forest we get mountain views of Ganesh Himal and peaks located on border with Tibet. We walk through rhododendrons. This section of the trail is colourful during the flowering season in Spring. Sing Gompa is a small village with several lodges, a gompa and a cheese factory.
From Sing Gompa there are a few short climbs before we ascend above the tree line. We follow an open ridge of grass and juniper called Chyolang Pati Danda. We pass through the small hamlets of Chandanbari, Chyolang Pati and Laurebina at 3,900m. We reach a stupa shortly after passing through the Laurebina Yak. From here the terrain becomes alpine and you will soon pass a lake on your right called Saraswate Kund. After a short climb you will see the holy lake of Gosainkund before you.
Lord Shiva created Gosainkund when he struck a glacier with his trident to drink water. He was thirsty after having swallowed poison that would destroy the world. During the full moon day in August, Buddhist and Hindu pilgrims come here. They worship Lord Shiva and take a bath in the lake.
The trail to the pass goes around the edge of Gosainkund and further on there several smaller lakes. We are walking through the high alpine zone and ahead we see the prayer flags marking the top of Laurebina La. The pass is at an altitude of 4,700m. We see a panoramic view of the Himalayas in all directions. Ganesh Himal is the prominent peak to the West. The name of this peak comes from the elephant headed Hindu god. We descend from the pass for 1,000m to the lodges at Phedi. We then follow the path that traverses to Ghopte Cave where you stay the night.
From Ghopte Cave the trail contours around to the plateau with a cluster of lodges at Thadepati. We are now in the Helambu region and walk through Mangengoth. The vegetation is rhododendron forest. We pass mani walls and shortly after enter the village of Kutumsang.
From Kumtamsang the trail descends then there is a short climb to the pass at Gul Bhanjyang (2,140m). We follow a stony path through the minor passes at Thankune bhanjyang and Pati bhanjyang. We walk uphill to the lodges at Chisapani.
As we exit Chisapani we pass the entry office for Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park. We walk through forest and cross the minor pass at Borlang bhanjyang at 2,420m. From here we descend the trail down to Muk Kharka village at 1,859m. We finish the trek at Sundarijal on the outskirts of Kathmandu. We meet our vehicle for the drive to the hotel.
Transfers to Kathmandu airport for flights back home. End of trip.
| Dates | Trip Leader | Price | Single Supplement: Room/Tent | Availability |
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| 10 Oct 2025 to 26 Oct 2025 | Local Leader | US$1,995pp | Room: US$240pp Tent: NA | 2 Left to Guarantee |
| 24 Oct 2025 to 09 Nov 2025 | Local Leader | US$1,995pp | Room: US$240pp Tent: NA | 2 Left to Guarantee |
| 07 Nov 2025 to 23 Nov 2025 | Local Leader | US$1,995pp | Room: US$240pp Tent: NA | 2 Left to Guarantee |
| 05 Dec 2025 to 21 Dec 2025 | Local Leader | US$1,995pp | Room: US$240pp Tent: NA | 2 Left to Guarantee |
| Dates | Trip Leader | Price | Single Supplement: Room/Tent | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Apr 2026 to 26 Apr 2026 | Local Leader | US$2,095pp | Room: US$250pp Tent: NA | 2 Left to Guarantee |
| 01 May 2026 to 17 May 2026 | Local Leader | US$2,095pp | Room: US$250pp Tent: NA | 2 Left to Guarantee |
| 02 Oct 2026 to 18 Oct 2026 | Local Leader | US$2,095pp | Room: US$250pp Tent: NA | 2 Left to Guarantee |
| 23 Oct 2026 to 08 Nov 2026 | Local Leader | US$2,095pp | Room: US$250pp Tent: NA | 2 Left to Guarantee |
| 06 Nov 2026 to 22 Nov 2026 | Local Leader | US$2,095pp | Room: US$250pp Tent: NA | 2 Left to Guarantee |
| 04 Dec 2026 to 20 Dec 2026 | Local Leader | US$2,095pp | Room: US$250pp Tent: NA | 2 Left to Guarantee |
| Dates | Trip Leader | Price | Single Supplement: Room/Tent | Availability |
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| 09 Apr 2027 to 25 Apr 2027 | Local Leader | US$2,150pp | Room: US$275pp Tent: NA | 2 Left to Guarantee |
| 30 Apr 2027 to 16 May 2027 | Local Leader | US$2,150pp | Room: US$275pp Tent: NA | 2 Left to Guarantee |
While on a teahouse lodge trek in Nepal, there are twin share rooms with common bathroom and a heated communal dining room. We regularly inspect and select the best lodges in each location.
We have used Hotel Ambassador in Kathmandu for our groups since it was rebuilt in 2017. Since then we have received positive feedback on their service and location. This is our first choice hotel for trekking groups in Kathmandu. Rooms are well appointed with a reliable supply of hot water for use in the shower. The windows have double glazing so it keeps the rooms very quiet. They serve an excellent breakfast buffet from 7am to 10am. A sundowner on their rooftop bar and restaurant called Foreign Affairs is a must do!
We provide a comfortable experience on our teahouse lodge-style treks. Our team works hard to support you so that you can relax and enjoy trekking in Nepal. The lodges provide your meals in a communal dining room. You will sleep in private rooms with a shared bathroom. There is a range of standards and service in teahouse lodges depending on location. i.e. lodges at higher altitudes and places with fewer trekkers tend to have more basic facilities.
The day starts with getting up in your room shared with another trekker in our group. Before heading for breakfast you pack your overnight gear into your main bag (this could be a duffel, kit bag, or rucsac). You would have given your breakfast orders to the guide to pass onto the kitchen last night. At the designated time the group will assemble in the dining room to eat breakfast. Breakfast includes cereal, porridge, or rice pudding and an egg dish with bread or toast plus two cups of hot drinks such as tea, coffee, or lemon ginger honey.
While the group is having breakfast the porters arrange their loads and set off in the cool of the morning. After breakfast, between 7am and 8am, we start walking. The pace of the trek is moderate as there is plenty of time in the itinerary to reach the lodge for tonight. Enjoy the scenery, take photos, and explore the local villages. Lunch will be around midday at a teahouse lodge by the side of the trail. This includes one dish such as fried rice, dal bhat, momos, or pasta plus two cups of hot drinks.
After lunch, we continue the walk and on most days we arrive at the lodge around mid-afternoon. On arrival, you will get a hot drink and biscuits. For dinner, you get a two-course dinner (soup and main meal). The menus are quite standard with a range of dishes such as dal bhat, momos, and the famous Sherpa stew. Dal bhat is a Nepalese dish of rice and lentils with vegetable curry. It is also possible to order spaghetti and pasta; pizzas; vegetable burgers and chips and fried rice. We also provide up to two cups of hot drinks per meal.
After supper, the leaders will discuss the plan for the next day. Afterward, people might stay in the dining room chatting about the day’s events or playing cards. After a tiring day, most people head to their rooms quite early for the night. Tomorrow is likely to be very similar to today!
You can read more about Teahouse Trekking in Nepal on our Blog. This article explains the facilities available at a teahouse lodge. It also describes the advantages and disadvantages of camping-style treks. Plus the amount to budget for extra costs. We also touch upon what to pack for a teahouse trek, safety, and security plus responsible use of the lodge.
We include all meals at the teahouse lodges (breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner) while on the trek. Importantly, we clearly define what dishes and drinks we provide so there is no confusion in terms of what is allowed. Given the amount of food and drinks we include, there should be no need to spend any extra money on additional food. However, some people will pay for extra treats along the way such as to get cake and a coffee at the bakeries and cafes!
If you are comparing our prices with other operators you should be careful to compare apples with apples. These days many operators do not include meals in their packages when staying at the teahouse lodges. The food at the lodges is expensive and will cost an average of £25 (US$35) per person per day. If you are paying for the meals directly to the lodges you would need to carry a lot of cash including the tip money too. Having this amount of money with you will be a security risk and for peace of mind, it is better to pay for the meals to us when booking the trip. Also, it will be difficult to know in advance how much cash to bring with you on the trek (there are no ATMs when on trek). Furthermore, in practice, it will be complicated and time-consuming for you and the guides to work out individual bills after checking out each day from the lodge.
With our meal plan, you can select your dishes from the menu at the lodge. In our package, we include the cost of your breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner. Breakfast includes cereal, porridge, or rice pudding and an egg dish with bread or toast. Lunch includes one dish such as fried rice, dal bhat, momos, or pasta. For afternoon tea, you get a hot drink plus biscuits. Dinner is two courses including soup and the main dish chosen by you from the menu. You are allowed two cups of hot drinks per meal so this means a total of seven cups per day.
We cater to a variety of dietary requirements. There are always meals that are suitable for vegetarians. During booking, we find out if you have any dietary needs and agree upon meal plans before departure. If you have any questions about the food provided please get in touch with us to discuss further.
We bring a Thuraya satellite phone for logistical, safety and personal use. Personal calls charged at £4 (US$5 or €4.50) per minute and £2 (US$3 €4.50) to send and receive SMS text.
This is the mandatory kit list for the safety of everyone in the group and to ensure a successful trek. You must have the following items tailored for the Langtang trek. The group leader will check your gear in Kathmandu before departure for the trek.
As a reminder, the weather on this trek will vary from season to season and day to day as you ascend to higher elevations. At the start of the trek you will experience warm conditions with temperatures up to 20 Celsius. You experience the coldest temperatures in Gosainkund Lake at an altitude of 4,200m. Overnight lows here will be down to around -10 Celsius.
You should bring a rucsac or backpack for gear required during the day. Your pack should contain items such as warm clothes, a jacket, a camera, water bottles, a personal first aid kit and snacks. The weight limit is 5kg. A porter will carry the rest of your personal equipment packed in a duffel or kit bag. The weight limit for your duffel bag is 15kg. Please mark your bag on the outside for easy identification.
Print the kit list and tick items off as you pack them then weigh your kit bag before you come on trek.
Footwear
Clothing
Head and Gloves
Personal equipment
Travelling
We provide a comprehensive group first aid kit. Please bring personal medications and other items you might use such as:
You should be aware trekking in a developing country involves a risk of personal injury or death. You must accept these risks and be responsible for your own actions and involvement. Adventure travel requires an open and flexible attitude. You may experience extreme conditions and unpredictable weather. There could be last-minute changes to the itinerary beyond our control. The ability to work in a team is an important aspect of our trips.
We have performed a threat and risk assessment for our Langtang trek. Our trips have a degree of risk. This is part of the attraction of adventure travel and why so many people choose to join this type of holiday. By identifying the hazards we assess the level of risk. We have control measures in place to reduce this happening or to reduce the impact.
Our risk assessment is available to clients on request. We have listed below a summary of the significant risks and hazards identified by us:
This trip visits a remote area. You are away from the usual emergency services and medical facilities. Evacuation for a serious injury requiring hospitalisation could take up to several days. This delay could impede your ensuing recovery. Helicopters are the usual means of evacuation. They are not always available or hindered by poor weather and flying conditions.
Langtang and Laurebina La trek has a wide range of temperatures. This depends on the season, altitude and time of day. Below 3,000m the nights will be cool around 5 Celsius. During the day temperatures sometimes rise to 20 Celsius. At higher altitudes temperatures range from about 15 Celsius to -10 Celsius.
The trekking season in Nepal is late September to May. October and November is generally recognised as having the best weather. Spring is a popular time of year with warmer weather than in Autumn. Also there is the advantage of seeing spring flowers and rhododendrons in bloom.
We have chosen the dates for optimal conditions on the high passes. By April and May in the Spring season the weather is warmer and the snowline is higher than March. This decreases the chance of snow blocking the Laurebina La pass. In the Autumn season we organise the trek during October and November.
We have written a blog article When is the best time to go trekking in Nepal Himalaya? This has information about the weather and conditions in Spring and Autumn seasons. It also explains the differences between the trekking regions of Nepal.
