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ModerateLangtang, Nepal
Langtang Valley Trek
Nepal's most accessible high-altitude trek — just 7 hours from Kathmandu, offering stunning Himalayan scenery, Tamang culture, and yak pastures without the crowds of EBC or Annapurna.
Quick Answer
The Langtang Valley trek takes 7–12 days, reaches a maximum altitude of 4,984m, and costs $600–$1200 total (permits included). It is rated moderate and best done in spring or fall.
Duration
7–12
days
Max Altitude
4,984m
16,352 ft
Total Cost
$600–$1200
USD per person
Best Seasons
spring
fall
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Trek Highlights
- Kyanjin Gompa monastery
- Tserko Ri panoramic viewpoint
- Langtang village
- Yak cheese factory
- Close Himalayan views from Kathmandu
Permits & Documents Required
TIMS Card
$20 (individual) / $10 (group)Trekkers' Information Management System card
Nepal Tourism Board, KathmanduProcessing: Same day
Langtang National Park Permit
$30 (Foreigner)Entry permit for Langtang National Park
National Park office at DhuncheProcessing: On the spot
Tip: Get your TIMS card and permits from the Nepal Tourism Board office in Kathmandu or Pokhara before starting your trek. Bring passport-sized photos and a copy of your passport.
Complete Equipment Checklist
🧥Clothing(11 items)
- Moisture-wicking base layers
- Fleece mid-layer jacket
- Waterproof shell jacket
- Trekking trousers (zip-off)
- Thermal underwear
- Warm hat & sun hat
- Gloves (liner + insulated)
- Wool/synthetic hiking socks (4+ pairs)
- Gaiters
- Light down jacket
- Comfortable trekking boots (broken in)
🎒Gear(6 items)
- 60–70L trekking backpack
- Sleeping bag (-10C rated)
- Trekking poles (collapsible)
- Headlamp + spare batteries
- Water bottles (2× 1L)
- Waterproof stuff sacks
🩺Essentials(7 items)
- Passport + permit photocopies
- First aid kit
- Diamox (altitude sickness prevention)
- Sunscreen SPF50+ & lip balm
- Water purification tablets
- Snacks (energy bars, trail mix)
- Cash in NPR (ATMs unreliable on trail)
📷Optional(7 items)
- Kindle / book
- Playing cards
- Binoculars
- Journal & pen
- Portable charger (10000mAh+)
- Camera
- Lightweight tripod
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