Straight
north from Kathmandu is the Langtang region which enjoys
snow-covered peaks, a mild climate, and friendly hospitable
inhabitants which makes it the ideal trek almost year
round. The 1,710 SQ km Langtang National Park hosts a
variety of natural splendours, from lush valleys alive
with langur monkeys to the towering fir and rhododendron
forests bursting with spring colour. The 7,246 meter Langtang
Lirung to the north, Gang Chhenpo (6,388 meters) to the
south and Dorje Lhakpa (6,975 meters) to the east dominates
the beautiful Langtang valley. Helambu, the mid-elevation
region to the Park's south, is a study centre of Tibetan
Buddhism. Lama and Tamang people maintain a rich cultural
heritage, evident in ornately carved wooden windows, lively
dance festivals, and skilled weaving traditions. Trekkers
can enjoy these sights on any of the three main trekking
routes. Hiking times and overnight stops are planned for
a moderate hiking pace, and proper acclimatization to
altitude. Treks range in difficulty from moderate to challenging.
All trail heads are accessible by bus or private transports
from Kathmandu.
Straight
north from Kathmandu is the Langtang region which enjoys
snow-covered peaks, a mild climate, and friendly hospitable
inhabitants which makes it the ideal trek almost year
round. The 1,710 SQ km Langtang National Park hosts a
variety of natural splendours, from lush valleys alive
with langur monkeys to the towering fir and rhododendron
forests bursting with spring colour. The 7,246 meter Langtang
Lirung to the north, Gang Chhenpo (6,388 meters) to the
south and Dorje Lhakpa (6,975 meters) to the east dominates
the beautiful Langtang valley. Helambu, the mid-elevation
region to the Park's south, is a study centre of Tibetan
Buddhism. Lama and Tamang people maintain a rich cultural
heritage, evident in ornately carved wooden windows, lively
dance festivals, and skilled weaving traditions. Trekkers
can enjoy these sights on any of the three main trekking
routes. Hiking times and overnight stops are planned for
a moderate hiking pace, and proper acclimatization to
altitude. Treks range in difficulty from moderate to challenging.
All trail heads are accessible by bus or private transports
from Kathmandu.