Family Langtang Valley Horseback Riding Trek
ID: GYG634075-1054536
Category:
Country: Nepal
Duration:
11 days
Description
Enjoy a horseback riding trek to Langtang Valley with family. Marve at the snow-capped peaks of Langtang Lirung, Naya Kang, and Langshisha Ri.
Embark on a horseback riding trek to Langtang Valley, one of the most popular trekking trails in Nepal. Enjoy a mix of snow-clad Himalayas, lush hills, and various rivers and rivulets along with several ethnic villages of the Tamang community.
Follow the Langtang Khola River almost throughout the trek. Most of the trekking goes through the densely forested path filled with rhododendrons, oak, maple, bamboo, and pine trees. Trek through Langtang National Park where you may encounter different animals like red panda, Himalayan black bear, grey Langur monkey, leopard, Ghoral, and various species of birds.
The trail is also equally rich in culture which unravels as you pass through several traditional settlements, monasteries, Chortens, and Mani walls. One of the highlights of this trek is Kyanjin Gompa, an ancient Buddhist monastery surrounded by the high Himalayas.
The villages of Langtang valley are mostly inhabited by Tamang people visiting which you get to experience and understand the culture and tradition of the Himalayan foothills. The majestic view of different mountain peaks like Langtang Lirung (7246m), Naya Kang (5844m), Dorje Lakpa (6966m), Langshisha Ri (6560m), and so on is another feature of this trek.
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu 1338m
Day 2: Drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi 1460m by private vehicle 6-7 hours
Day 3: Ride and trek from Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel 2324m/5-6 hours
Day 4: Ride and trek from Lama Hotel to Langtang 3330m/5-6 hours
Day 5: Ride and trek from Langtang to Kyanjin Gompa 3730m/3-4 hours
Day 6: Acclimatization Day and ride and explore to Langshisha Kharka 4285m
Day 7: Ride and trek from Kyanjin Gompa to Lama Hotel 2324m/5-6 hours
Day 8: Ride and trek from Lama Hotel to Thulo Syabru 2210m/5-6 hours
Day 9: Ride and trek from Thulo Syabru to Dhunche 2030m/5-6 hours
Day 10: Drive from Dhunche to Kathmandu by private vehicle 5-6 hours
Day 11: Departure from Kathmandu
Highlights
- Enjoy a horseback riding trek to Langtang Valley
- Trek through the Langtang National Park and see the diverse flora and fauna
- Pass through traditional settlements, monasteries, Chortens, and Mani walls
- Visit the ancient Buddhist monastery of Kyanjin Gompa surrounded by mountains
- See the snow-capped peaks of Langtang Lirung, Naya Kang, and Langshisha Ri
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When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.