Langtang Valley Trek Distance:
The Langtang Valley Trek distance depends on your itinerary and all the side trips that you take. A standard Langtang Valley Trek itinerary usually covers between 63 to 86 km of distance for a round trip. This distance is covered between 7 to 9 days, which means it involves around 5 to 7 average hours of walking per day. Thus, the Langtang Valley Trek is suitable for beginners as well as experienced trekkers. The highest trekking point for Langtang Valley Trek, as also included in our itinerary, is at Tserko Ri (4,984 meters/ 16,351 ft). This can be optional depending on your comfort level during the trek, but it is a recommended point to explore.
Langtang Valley Trek Cost:
The Langtang Valley Trek is a rather small and easier trek, as compared to other popular treks like the Everest Base Camp Trek or Annapurna Base Camp trek which are longer. Therefore, the Langtang Valley Trek cost is also relatively low. The specific cost of your trek would depend on your itinerary and all other inclusions, as well as the company that you choose. A standard price range for the Langtang Valley Trek is between 500 to 900 USD per person for a 7 to 10 days trek. At Beyond the Limits Treks and Expeditions, we are currently providing the trek for USD 599 per person.
Best Time for Langtang Valley Trek:
The best time for Langtang Valley Trek, similar to other trekking routes in Nepal, is definitely the months of autumn (September to November) and spring (March to May) which are the peak seasons for trekking in Nepal. During autumn, you will see crystal clear skies along with stable weather in the region which will make trekking easier for you. However, make your bookings well in advance as the trail gets overcrowded during this season. Coming to spring, you will see colorful hues of red and pink on the trail as rhododendron forests are in full bloom. You might experience slight rainfall here and there, but the weather is usually clear with great views of the mountains.
Winter is not a great time to trek here, especially for beginners, as the temperature on the trail starts going to extremes. However, for those who can handle cold, you will see the Langtang Valley covered in pristine white snow which is a different perspective altogether.
Trekking Langtang Valley during monsoon is highly not recommended as there is high rainfall which makes the trail extremely slippery and treacherous. The views are not clear either.
Accommodation and Food During Langtang Valley Trek:
The Langtang Valley Trek is a teahouse trekking route, meaning you will get many comfortable teahouses and locally owned lodges across the trek where you can stay for minimal cost. These teahouses will offer twin sharing rooms or private rooms, based on the availability, comfortable beds and warm blankets, and shared or private bathrooms. Other amenities like charging, wifi, hot showers, and laundry will also be available for which you need to pay extra charges depending on the altitude. The higher you go, the more expensive things get.
Coming to food on the Langtang Valley Trek, you can expect a variety of freshly cooked meals including Nepali dal bhat, Tibetan bread, noodle soups, fried rice, momo (dumplings), porridge & pancakes, tea, coffee, hot lemon, and more.
Langtang Valley Trek Difficulty:
The Langtang Valley Trek is considered a moderate trek, meaning it doesn’t require intense preparation or prior trekking experience. The trek also doesn’t feature any technical section. However, a basic level of physical fitness is definitely required for the trek.
During the trek, you will walk for around 5 to 7 hours every day for almost 8 days straight. This demands a good level of cardiovascular fitness as you will be walking in the high-altitude region. Along with that, your muscles like calves, back, shoulders, as well as your core should be fit to be able to carry a backpack and walk the trail without having to struggle a lot with a sore body later on.
To prepare for the trek, you need to build a workout routine at least 3 months in advance and it should include cardiovascular exercises like swimming, cycling, running, as well as strength training and weightlifting. While on the trek, keep in mind to acclimatize well, stay hydrated, and trek at a steady pace. You can take your time and there is no hurry. The priority is to keep you comfortable during the trek.
