Highlights of the Trekking

Beautiful Langtang valley
Breathtaking scenery of Langtang, Dorje Lakpa ranges
Cheese factory
Rhododendron, Oak woodland and Tibetan cultures

After 2015 earthquake numerous places and people lost their lives in Nepal. Such calamity destroyed numerous households and completely washed away villages. Among such victims Langtang region is also one. The Langtang Lirung Glacier Outbreak – 2015 tolled even more damage to this area. Entire village of Langtang Valley was washed out. However, people are so resilient and hardworking. They never bowed down to nature as well. They rose again and the trail now is open for all to trek safely. Unique Adventure International would like to promote this region in order to help these intrepid people to get back into normalcy. Therefore, Langtang Kyanjin Trek is created. This is unique package of trekking which consists of Gosainkunda Lake Trek as well.

Journey is very comfortable until trekkers reach Kyanjin Gompa. Bus drive to Syaprubeshi and walking through Lama Hotel and Langtang Valley Village takes place before reaching Kyanjin. However, there are numerous landslide areas on the trail which might make the journey treacherous sometimes. Langtang Kyanjin Trek doesn’t stop at Kyanjin rather trekkers will explore the majestic green lush forests of Ghoda Tabela and trek to Gosainkunda Lake via Chandanbari. Once at Kyanjin trekkers can perform varieties of activities like hiking of Kyanjin Ri or Tsergo Ri and visiting monasteries. On the way to Gosainkunda, if you are lucky then you can have rare sight of Red Panda within woods of bamboo trees. The sight of Gosainkunda is really a paradise. One can get astounded by its origin myth and present beauty. It is believed that lake was formed after Lord Shiva hit his trident on rocks. Any people who take dip in water or drink it will get relieved from pain. Journey finally ends after trekkers trek to Dhunche for the bus drive to Kathmandu.

Book the Langtang Kyanjin Trek with us and explore this land of intrepid people. This will not only become regular walking holiday in Nepal rather it will by your voluntary help to the people of this region. One visit to this place could mean millions to the locals. Lets promote tourism in Langtang and get blessed by almighty himself.

Recommended Gear Lists:

Good wind/rain jacket
Warm fleece jacket or jersey
Good boots, either light-weight trekking boots or light full leather boots
Good -20 Sleeping bag (which can be rented or buy in Kathmandu)
A comfortable day pack, preferably with a waistband.
Fleece jacket or pullover
Fleece Wind-Stopper jacket (optional)
Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket
Down vest and/or jacket (optional)
Lightweight gloves
Heavyweight gloves or mittens with a waterproof shell outer
Sun hat or scarf
Light balaclava or warm fleece hat
Sunglasses with UV protection
T-shirts
Underwear
Hiking shorts
Lightweight cotton long pants
Light and expedition weight thermal bottom
Fleece or wool pants
Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell pants
Thin, lightweight inner socks
Thick, warm wool hiking socks
Hiking boots with spare laces
Camp shoes (sneakers and/or sandals)

Other necessary equipment:

Headlamp (e.g. Petzl Zoom) with spare bulbs and batteries
Small pad or combination lock-to-lock trek bag
Basic First Aid Kit (We also provide comprehensive first aid medical kit and Oxymeter)
Large plastic bags - for keeping items dry inside trek bag
Day pack (approximately 2500 to 3000 cubic inches)
Water bottles (2 bottles recommended)
Toiletries
Small wash towel

Day 01 : Meeting upon arrival at Kathmandu International Airport (1360meter) by our representative, transfer to hotel

After we land at Kathmandu International Airport, you will be greeted by our Nepali representatives who will also explain us about our trek. After the clarification, we are sent to our respective hotels to stay a night in Kathmandu.

Day 02 : Sightseeing in Kathmandu valley, overnight at hotel

After our breakfast, we will go for the sightseeing Tour to Swayambhunath Stupa, where you can see lots of monkeys and a beautiful view of Kathmandu Valley. This matured stupa is also known as Monkey Temple. After that, we will be visiting Bouddhanath Stupa, second biggest Stupa in the world & Pashupatinath Temple, famous Hindu Temple as well.

Day 03 : Drive to Syabru Bensi (trekking starting point) (1460meter), 9hrs drive, overnight at guesthouse

We today travel from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi passing through Trishuli which takes approximately eight hours to arrive at Syabrubesi . On the way you will see picturesque foothills and ridgeline scenery which takes you to Syabru Besi. While passing all along the road at the shore of Trishuli River you hold a glance of Ganesh Himal.

Day 04 : Trek to Lama Hotel (Changdam) 2410meter), 6hrs walks, overnight at guesthouse

We pass through the border on Syabru Besi's prime road today and walk on suspension bridge above the Bhote Koshi, located to the north of the union point with Langtang River. Dense forests with a range of plants like alder, maple, oaks, bamboo and so on comes en-route. Also, you may see yellow-throated martin, langur monkey, wild boar, Himalayan black bear and several other wild animals. Moving further on the trail we will come across a river through a bridge. We constantly ascend all along the track; we then once again cross a steel suspension bridge (2000 m) abovethe Langrang River. The lane now moves to the north shore of the Langtang River with the arresting views of waterfalls. We then, go into Changtang normally known as Lama Hotel.

Day 05 : Trek to Langtang village (3330meter), 5.30hrs walks, overnight at guesthouse

We today, trek from Lama Hotel to reach Langtang Village (3330m.) taking about five hours. Walking for around 2 hours, at first we reach at Ghora Tabela, a small settlement with trekker's lodge, police checkpoint, shops and more. Then, we pass through Tamang settlements where we can see prayer wheels and Tibetan- style prayer flags. Also, we will be enchanted by the eye-catching views of the Langtang range en-route. Then, you will get there at Langtang Village, headquarter of Langtang National Park.

Day 06 : Trek to Kyanjin Gompa (3730meter), 3hrs walks, overnight at guesthouse

Our way today steadily moves further on through rich yak pastures and beautiful long-established villages of Muna to Singdun. We come across a wooden beam bridge and arrive at a wide valley after ascending a moraine. Finally, climbing along the peak passes we arrive at Kyagjin Gompa where you can see a small monastery and a government-operated cheese factory.

Day 07 : A day hike to Kyanjin Ri / Tserko Ri (4600meter / 4984meter) and back to Kyanjin Gompa, 3.30hrs / 8hrs walks, overnight at guesthouse.

Today, we keep ourselves at Kyanjin Gompa after all those hectic days of walking and roam around the very place, acclimatizing ourselves with the altitude and environment. We can have a short hike to Kyanjin Ri or Tserko Ri in the afternoon, visit the monasteries over there and enjoy the scenic view of the Langtang range. We will be back to Kyanjin Gompa for overnight stay.

Day 08 : A day hike to Langisa Kharka (4160meter) and back to Kyanjin Gompa, 8hrs walks, overnight at guesthouse.

Our period of acclimatization extends for one more day as we head on towards another major landmark around Kyanjin Gompa, Langisa Kharka located at an altitude of 4160m. There you will enjoy the perspectives of Langtang Lirung, Naya Kanga, Dorje-Lakpa, Ganesh Himal and some other peaks. You will also visit the Yak cheese factory and taste the local Yak cheese. We will return back to Kyanjin Gompa the same day.

Day 09 : Trek to Lama Hotel (2410meter), 6 hrs walks, overnight at guesthouse.

From Kyagjin, today we will return to Lama Hotel trekking along the same path following the Langtang River to Langtang village and then walk up to Ghora Tabela. After having our lunch, we trek and then vertically move down to Lama Hotel.

Day 10 : Trek to Syabru Village (2210meter), 6 hrs walks, overnight at guesthouse.

Trekking for 5around 6 hours today we will reach at Syabru Village from Lama Hotel. The upper path of the region is more fascinating for the stunning view of peaks and beautiful lush hills. This path is widened all the way through the Sherpa and Tamang settlements. The first- half of our path today slowly moves downward and then swiftly turn downhill to the Syabru Village (1600m.).

Day 11 : Trek to Sing Gompa (Chandanbari) (3250meter), 4hrs walks, overnight at guesthouse.

From Syabru Village today we pass by schools and walking ahead we will ascend to the vertical hill and to Dursagang (2660m). The trail now moves through the forest of oak, hemlock and more to reach to the peak of point at Foprang Danda (3190). Then, we pass all along the government agriculture office and we will reach Sing Gompa which is the main attraction of Chandan Bari.

Day 12 : Trek to Gosainkunda (4380meter), 6.30 hrs walks, overnight at guesthouse.

Today, we leave Sing Gompa and our path climbs gradually up to Chalang pati (3650m). Further to the front from Chalang pati, the things to see are Langtang Lirung, the peaks bordering Tibet and the wonderful forest full of rhododendron and pine which is amazing. The route moves up to a small temple which has a statue of Sakyamuni and moving further down you can see excellent views of Saraswati kunda. After trekking for some time you will also observe superb views of Bhairav Kunda and going up gently you will reach to Gosaikunda.

Day 13 : Trek to Chandanbari (3250meter), 4 hrs walks, overnight at guesthouse.

We commence our descent from Gosainkunda today in the morning. After we pack our tents and baggages, we head on downwards for about 4 hours to reach Chandanbari for the night stay. Along the way, we will pass several monasteries, Yak pastures and enjoy the glimse of the Langtang range.

Day 14 : Trek to Dhunche (2030meter), 4.30 hrs walks, overnight at guesthouse.

The early morning after breakfast, we will continue downwards to stroll back throughout the day until we achieve Dhunche with short break for lunch in between.

Day 15 : Drive back to Kathmandu, 9hrs drive, overnight at hotel.

We drive for about nine hours to reach Kathmandu from Dhunche. We experience marvelous views of terraces, hills, mountains and villages.

Day 16 : Leisure day in Kathmandu, overnight at hotel.

Today, our day is separated to do our own stuffs such as shopping in Kathmandu or if we want, we can even stay in our Hotels and rest for the whole day. Tonight, we will be spending our night at the same hotel.

Day 17 : Transfer to airport, departure towards your destination.

Today, after the breakfast, you are transfered to the Internationa airport for our final departure.

What is included?

Airports pick up and drop off.
Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast.
Guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu inclusive with all entrance fees.
Three meals in a day (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) with tea / coffee during the trekking.
Cosy guesthouse accommodation during the trekking.
Langtang National Park, Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS) fee.
An experienced fluent English speaking guide trained and licenced by Government of Nepal, Ministry of Tourism & Civil Aviation.
Highly experienced trekking porter carrying your gear and luggage.
Guide and porter’s food, accommodation, equipment, salary and insurance.
All necessary ground transportation Kathmandu – Syabrubensi, Dhunche – Kathmandu.
All taxes, VAT as per the government rules and regulations.
All organizational requirements.
Farewell dinner in Kathmandu at typical Nepali restaurant.

What is not included?

Meals at Kathmandu (Lunch and Dinner).
Personal nature of expenses.
Bar and beverage bills.
Your travel insurance.
Your international flight.
Nepal visa.
Gratitude (tip) for guide, porter and driver.

Why us? Is a conscientious question that requires an honest answer of integrity and devotion of the highest standards.

We are what we were from the very beginning: Read on to know us the way we are…

At Unique Adventure International, We do not pretend to be what we are not, ours is a simple ethic, hospitality straight from the heart. When doing trips with us, you will soon find out excellence with us is not just a norm, it’s more a habit.

We have walked the length and breadth of the Himalaya across Nepal, Tibet and Bhutan for over two decades…and still counting, we have enjoyed all of it so much; right to the hilt. We love our mountains and enjoy it so much when we tread its trails with our trekking guests, who also love these mountains as much as us or maybe even more. We have much knowledge of the land and meticulously plan things so our guests get the utmost from their sojourns with us; we know how chaotic it can be for our guests when they organise holidays so far from home…keeping this in mind, we sort out for the long haul and ensure our guests do not only have fun on the way but also get value for money with purposeful journeys. We know and understand that this may probably be a once in a lifetime holiday where you will explore a world not too familiar and its binding for us to make doubly sure you are completely safe throughout the whole course of your expedition when you are in Nepal. With each trip we do with you, we are constantly searching for ways to improve our services so that your expectations of us are met beyond what you could have ever expected on all fronts. We want that you go home with a happy heart and unforgettable memories of an odyssey well done. With Unique Adventure, this is central to all our thoughts when we meet you.

A small business with big ideals…

We are a small outfit with big ideas and we know how complex human nature can be; its only but human to understand your weaknesses and respect your strengths, both of which will be put to the test on the punishing trails of Nepal, but it’s always our mission to understand you and make your journey as calm as possible.

This is the whole reason why we get repeat clients who never seem to get drained with the Himalayas and enjoy the way we guide them throughout the trip…

We know how worrisome it can be when you choose to live life on the edge… so we go the mile to make sure your holidays become more purposeful, more significant…

We do not push you, no matter what the circumstances…

We know you want it slow and easy the moment your plane hits the tarmac in Kathmandu. We understand your instinctive curiosities and ensure you are left alone with enough space to do what we have planned for you – ‘your way’’. You call the shots – it’s your trip – and we provide you enough freedom to make your own decisions in harmony with your group. We help you to become friends and bridge gaps; it’s a matter of pride for us to mention here that we created some of the best friendships where some morphed into lifetime partnerships and this is how things shape out with us when you assemble in our country. And when we are out with you in the country at high elevations, we ensure that our crew leads you in ways comfortable to your body and physical needs.

Our ‘True-to-Life’ practical itineraries…

Our itineraries are meticulously planned and based on the way you see it when your trip commences. Our themes are hands-on and we take you to some difficult but extraordinary places where some would likely pass by. We know you thirst for the unknown and interesting; your search for things that will ignite your emotions and imaginations, seeking for the ‘whys’, how’s and when’s’ into the mountain culture, lifestyles and traditions that you witness in territory you have never been familiar with. We put in a lot of effort to create astonishing one-off experiences which would make great notes for memorable stories to pass down to the coming generations. Each trip we design opens up new avenues to a whole new world that you are not familiar with…and when you discover the answers, it could be a life changing experience you would have never expected.

Trips to match your time frames…

We are flexible in the way we operate our trips based on your exclusive needs. We understand the kind of pressure ridden world you hail from and know you have worked hard for your dream holidays. Our programs are typically designed to give you the most and the best based on your time limitations without any blemishes on the joys that come with your venture.

You could be planning a budget trek or a luxury tour, maybe even a trekking peak; whatever the choice, we give you an extension combo so you have a scintillating mix of history, the outdoors and even jell in a jungle safari into the potpourri so you have varied experiences within the timeframe you’ve chosen. Our website is programmed to give you a host of options to make you smile…

Accommodation: They say Home is where the Hearth is…and yes, the Pillow!!

We are extra wary when arranging your accommodation before you enter our country. We know we’ve got to give you something that’s closest to home. After consulting with you and being twice as sure about what you’re expecting when it comes down to that most important part of life: resting your body and mind at night, we make sure we give you the best accommodating facilities available at a hotel that’s not only comfortable but also a place that is spanking clean with fresh linen and staff who understand your needs and go the length in making sure you feel at home, no matter what the length of your stay with us.

This also includes the sanitized conditions of the food you are served. Even when on the trails, we go the mile to make sure you find a cosy teahouse with no dampness and enough ventilation to keep you healthy and warm with food that’s organic and clean. We know how important the hearth is wherever you stay. With us, be sure that all your personal needs are taken care of well. Ours is the kind of hospitality that comes straight from the heart…

Safety and Security: This is mandatory and imperative…

Our safety and security arrangements for all our inbound guests cross all boundaries; from the moment your jet hits the tarmac at the airport in Kathmandu. This is a process that begins prior to your arrival in Kathmandu, when we design your itinerary based on the program you have chosen. It begins with choosing the right team for you, especially if it’s a trek. We make sure your crew is primed for any contingency when at altitude. We believe in following firm standards with focus on risk assessment knowing mountain climbing is always a risky business despite the excitement it offers. All the planning is done prior to your arrival so you have a carefree, footloose and fancy free journey, without any hassles.

We always advise our guests to go through medical routines in their home countries before embarking on trips above 3000m. We also encourage our guests to get insured before coming to Nepal.

Your entire stay in Nepal is monitored from day one, especially when you are on the mountains. We take nothing for granted, nature can be a monster when least expected. When booking your trip through ‘Unique Adventure, you are not just a client – you are more than all that - you are a parent, a brother/sister, a close colleague – in a word – ‘family’; and all our safety precautions and personalized services are purely based on this relationship.

We Respect and Care for the local folks and Love the Environment we operate in…

We are conscious in the importance of preserving the natural beauty and culture of Nepal, so that future visitors can also enjoy the wonders of this beautiful but fragile environment. We are sensitive and devoted to responsible travel with minimum impact on the environment and local communities. The planet is large enough for everyone to explore and it’s the curiosity of human nature to explore and discover the unknown. We are always careful about the ecosystems that surround us when we are on the mountains, but we don’t let this spoil the spirit for adventure. We seek to enjoy in ways beneficial to others and wish to respect this beauty that God created for us to appreciate; and we want to keep it that way. Equally important, we instruct our crew and travellers to be aware of the values of responsible travel, by: respecting people, cultures and local environments, in creating goodwill; with cross-cultural sharing and experiences; and helping make sustainable development practical, where we put in efforts to give back more than we take.

Our Trekking crews are Principal to the Company…we’re Family…

One paramount issue for trekking companies in Nepal are employees directly connected to guests when trekking in the Himalayas and this is key to any trip conducted anywhere on the Himalayas. Our staffs in general receive fixed monthly salaries and our trekking crews get special rates as defined by the Ministry of Labour in consultation with the Ministry of Tourism - Government of Nepal.

This also includes the provision of Social Security for mountain workers as per government directives. In addition to this, we also provide climbing training to new comers listed on our payroll. All our seasoned guides are well trained in the use and application of First Aid in the event of any unexpected injuries that may occur in the course of the journey when at altitude.

Field Employees are constantly upgraded for personal development, delivered via courses in English, about nature, history, and ongoing training as mountain guides with techniques based on safety precautions...along with this, our mountain crews are insured and covered against any eventualities. The insurance package covers the cost of health care if injured or sick and provides a lifetime gratuity if any employee is physically disabled. We treat our employees as valuable assets. We know their security and happiness is vital to ensure yours throughout your stay in Nepal…

Innovation: We are constantly juggling new Products…

Ours is a constant search for new trails in the great wilderness. We’re always innovating new areas for travel within and around the city limits and out on the mountains. Nepal has so much to offer in her ancient heritage cities and within the vast expanse of her Himalayas. We ceaselessly research new products in order to give our old clients new thrills; this has always been part of our company’s policies for giving more value for money. We know that many of our guests rarely get time to travel and when they do, they’d sure like to make the best of it; besides Nepal, we even cut across borders giving our guests unbelievable historical and cultural highlights of Tibet, Bhutan and India. We even design divine spiritual tours for the holy who’d sure like to hike down footsteps of ancient ancestors along the Mount Kailash Mountains so that they could come face-to-face with the gods. You even get opportunities to stroll down the cobbled stone Squares of Patan and Bhaktapur and slip into the Forbidden Temple of Pashupatinath. Beyond the spiritual of Kailash in Tibet, our programs take you to the highest region on earth, at an elevation of 4,900 meters (16,000 ft). Very much noted as the ‘roof of the world’, Tibet is symbolic of a mesmerizing culture seeped in spirituality and nature. From superb temples and tranquil monasteries to the Yangtze River and adorable Pandas, our products are molded in a way that ensures you experience a whole new world of amazing discoveries that tells you about God’s gift of a wonderful planet we all live in.

‘Please visit our highly informative website for some of the most extensive information on some of the most stimulating holidays ever conceived’. Get friendly with us on: www.uniquetreks.com

We give you Mountain Yoga

The Mountain Yoga we offer on the trail is an earthy, friendly and unassuming space, dedicated to healing and transformation as your mind battles the vagaries of nature while on your journey in the wild. When you decide to holiday on the mountains; it’s like a calling into the high and wild to experience Mother Nature at a higher level and to explore her true beauty. But there’s another calling that wants you to find release from your inner demons. It might be seen as the feeling that there has to be more to life than our day-to-day routines in the machine of modern day society. As you go higher above the tree-lines, our certified yoga guides give you the kind of alignment helpful to your body’s needs when adjusting to the thin air at altitude. They are compassionate, knowledgeable and guide you with postures and breathing exercises that promote physical fitness at higher elevations, keeping the mind calmer, making your self-awareness more acute, and help you get more balanced, while preventing you from having any problems with altitude mountain sickness. Yoga is an ancient practice known for thousands of years to clean out even the deepest mental grooves and rigid mindsets which may hamper your trip and spoil the fun on your trek.

We are the only adventure company in Nepal offering our guests mountain yoga which enhances hassle free trips and keeps our guests safe from common altitude problems.

Our Success Ratio…

We’ve been through it all – the ups and downs have been full and plenty. The series of earthquakes of 2015 affected us bitterly; however, we kept the faith. We knew this was nature at its best and worst. We do not take anything for granted when it’s a tryst with Mother Nature, especially in the wilderness above the tree-lines. We knew we would still need these mountains more than they need us...These mountains teach us so much about life. It was Almighty God that created these mountains with all its stark beauty, but then a natural calamity can be lurking somewhere around the bend, and we must always be aware of the environment - and this comes with respect, consciousness and faith.

Despite the hurdles and hiccups, our Success Ratio has been over 98%, why? Because experience has taught us the hard way to Love God, respect the mountains, to learn from our mistakes, and to always, at all times, be Honest with our Guests…and let God do the rest.

Trek to Langtang

Everything is fine here with me. With regards to the Langtang trek. In general, my personal feedback on the trip is that I really really like the Langtang trip because it gave me more satisfaction and sense of achievement than my first trip as I was doing it alone (including the guide and porter). Both the guide and porter are very cooperative and they are really nice people. Though that was my second trip to Nepal, I wont rule out the fact that I may come back again. So until then, best wishes to you!I will recommend you & your company to my friends.

Foon Siew

Lantang Trek

Great Trek with Great view and Great Hospitality. Awesome and very helpful Guide. Highly recommended!

Suhailah Sahron

Lantang valley

Very good trek. Highly recommended!

Ahmad Riyan Rahman

Best time ever

I had a lot of fun on this trek. We had a seven days trek to Langtang from Kathmandu. My guide Lakpa Sherpa was super awesome. He was motivating, fun, and the perfect companion for the given situation. I liked the spontaneous responses from Mr.Khum Subedi too. I am more than happy with the service provided on this trip. They organized the whole trek in a way that allowed me to both acclimatize progressively and enjoy the Langtang valley beauty. I had a blast and had the time of my life. Thank you so much, Unique Adventure, Khum dai, and Lakpa dai, for making this trip possible :).

Aabristi Khadka

Positive experience

We had a great trek. The guide and porters were friendly, professional and flexible. Unique adventures organised it well, jeeps were on time, equipment was in good condition. A very positive experience.