Langtang Region (also known for Langtang Trek or Langtang Valley Trek) is renowned as the world’s beautiful valley. The region is a beautiful trekking destination in Nepal with unexposed natural beauty and panoramic Himalayan range at the backdrop. Encircled by the mighty Himalayas like Ganesh Himal, Manaslu Himal, and Mt. Annapurna, Langtang appears exotic on Nepal’s Map. It is mysterious heaven on earth for the people who have been living a modern monotonous hectic lifestyle. The region allows the trekkers to explore the pristine nature, serene landscape, diverse topography, and balanced ecosystem.
Langtang is situated just 51 kilometers north of Kathmandu. It is one of the nearest and easily accessible trekking destinations from the capital city. The region is a great trekking destination for the national as well as international trekkers who admire a trekking in naturally serene area. The fine ambience, untrodden trekking trails, green lush vegetation, surging rivers, and several flora-fauna inside on the trekking route make the trek fascinating and melodious. The first Himalayan National Park, Langtang National Park has also increased the ecological and natural richness of this region.
In past, the region was hidden from the real world due to restriction for outsiders. But, after permission granted for trekking, many tea houses were established and then Trekking in Langtang Region began to flourish among the global mountain trekkers. Langtang Valley Trek is one of the finest and modest treks in Nepal. It is also considerably short, less challenging, non-technical, and budget-friendly trek. Langtang trek is a dream trek of beginners, backpackers, and adventurous trekkers with a short vacation. The Trek has also been the third most popular Trek in Nepal after Everest Base Camp Trek and Annapurna Base Camp Trek. It is the best alternative higher region trek for the trekkers with a limited schedule and tight budget.
The Langtang Valley Trek is once in a lifetime experience of elegant Himalayan trekking. The trek offers a wonderful view of the tranquil landscape and snow-capped peaks including Langtang Lirung (7,234m /23,734 feet), Shisha Pangma (8,012m /26,286 feet), Naya Kanga (5,846m /19179 feet), Yala Peak (5,520m /18,110 feet), etc. The Yala Peak climbing and Naya Kanga Peak climbing can also be the novice experience to the trekkers who have already trekked in this Langtang Region. So, Langtang Trek is an ideal trek for the trekkers who crave for remarkable trekking in the Himalayas.
Langtang Trek is an opportunity to explore religious, cultural, and topographical diversity of this region. The Langtang Valley is a sacred place and popular as valley of lakes. There are around 108 glacial lakes in Langtang. The trekkers can witness sacred lakes like Gosaikunda, Surya Kunda, Bhairav Kunda, Saraswati Kunda, Aama Kunda, etc. Gosaikunda lake is the most sacred lake in this region which remains busy in Janai Purnima Mela. During this Mela in April, the region becomes vibrant due to the huge number of religious trekkers on Gosaikunda trek for holy bath.
The untrodden trekking trails and exotic scenery of the Langtang Region also inspire the trekkers while trekking in this region. Besides, the typical lifestyle and culture of this region is really very simple and fascinating. It is believed that the locals of Langtang are the descendent of Tibetans who later on moved to Helambu Area. The people of this area are simple, honest, hardworking, and offers the friendly behavior. They also welcome the guests with Namaste and ever smiling face. So, The Helambu Trek is the perfect trek to explore the lifestyle, culture, and tradition of this region.
MMT has customized the Langtang Region Trek Itinerary with just one day of acclimatization. The highest points of the Langtang Region Trek are Gosaikunda Lake (4,380 m /14,370 feet), Lauribinayak Pass (3,910 m /12,830 feet), and Kyanjin Gompa (3,830 m /12,565 feet) which are below 4,500 m. So, there is also no higher risk of Acute Mountain Sickness while trekking in this region. As it is low altitude trek, the climate of the Langtang region is also favorable for trekking in all seasons. But, monsoon trek in Langtang can be bizarre and irritating due to continuous rainfall and leeches or bug problems. Check every detail information about itinerary, weather forecast, amenities, trekking routes, for higher altitude Langtang Ganja La Pass Trek.
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