Trip Facts

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Trip Duration 18 Days
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Trip Difficulty Challenging
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Maximum Altitude 5,320m/17,454ft
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Best Season To Visit March-May. Mid September-Mid December

Trip Overview

The Langtang Trek via Tilman Pass is a challenging adventure on Nepal’s Great Himalaya Trail. Bordering Tibet, it includes Langtang National Park. Named after British explorer H. W. Tilman, Tilman’s Pass (5,320 m) offers a non-touristy route through the Langtang region. This trek, also known as Jugal Panch Pokhari, features five sacred Hindu lakes, including Panch Pokhari, among the world’s highest-altitude wetlands. It connects Langtang and Panch Pokhari regions, offering panoramic views of Langtang Lirung, Langtang Himal, Naya Khanga, Yala peak, Ganesh Himal, Langshisa, Gaurishanker, Dorjelakpa, and more.

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Trip Itinerary

Day 01: Arrive at Kathmandu airport

Altitude above sea level: (1,302 m)

Accommodation: ***Hotel Tibet or similar

On arrival at Tribhuvan International airport, our representative will be awaiting you to cordially welcome you with great hospitality. The representative will be displaying the “Nepal Sanctuary Treks” placard outside the airport terminal. You will be then escorted and transferred to the hotel in our private vehicle.

Further, you will be given a brief description of the activities that will take place during the upcoming trip and a preliminary briefing on hygiene and safety by our representative.

Day 02: Cultural Introductory Tour and Trek preparation

Altitude above sea level: 1,302 m

Tour Duration:  Approx. 8 hours

Accommodation: ***Hotel Tibet or similar

Meal: Breakfast

9:00 AM: After breakfast, we start our guided cultural tour around Kathmandu Valley. On this cultural tour, you will experience the numerous colors, sounds, and tastes of authentic Kathmandu and its surroundings. Our experienced tour guides will tell you all you need to know and answer all your curiosities regarding those sites.

Kathmandu Durbar Square

You will head towards Kathmandu Durbar Square, also called Hanuman Dhoka Durbar. This ancient site used to be the residence of the Nepali royal family and administrators. It incorporates an architecturally extraordinary complex of ancient palaces, temples, courtyards, and shrines dating from the 15th to the 18th century.

The prominent sites of Kathmandu Durbar Square are Kumari Ghar or the house of the living goddess.  Kasthamandap is a huge rest house that is said to have been built with the wood from a single tree and is the source of which Kathmandu valley got its name. Other sites around Kathmandu Square are the ferocious Kal Bhairab – the red monkey God- Hanuman, hundreds of erotic carvings, temples, and statues dedicated to different deities.

Swayambhunath:

Swayambhunath (monkey temple), is the magnificent ancient religious architecture and center of faith of Hinduism and Buddhism. Its lofty white dome and dazzling golden spire are visible from far and wide. Swayambhunath is the ideal place to observe the religious harmony in Nepal. In the shadows of the imposing structure and besides the integrated architecture can be found the daily surge of devotees faithfully offering their prayers to the gods. Upon arriving at the top, you can hear the Buddhist song “Om Mani Padme Hum” resounds everywhere. The candles and the aromatic fragrance of incense that burns constantly create a serene vibe and enormous prayer wheels which encircle the stupa.

PM: Boudhanath

Then we drive towards Boudhanath.  From the moment you step into the sanctuary, you’ll immediately feel the spiritual energy that comes from the place. Boudhanath is one of the biggest stupas in Nepal, built in the 5th century and listed on the world heritage list by UNESCO in 1979. The surrounding area is a central spiritual hub of Tibetan life and culture in Nepal. You can see the beautiful dome-shaped structure stupa surrounded by brilliant colorful prayer flags. It is believed that prayer flags convey mantras and prayers into the universe while fluttering in the wind. The Stupa is said to entomb the remains of Kassapa Buddha.

You can witness monks draped in maroon robes rolling the prayer wheels, burning incense, and flickering butter candles. Moreover, it’s fascinating to see the people feeding grains and maize to hundreds of pigeons around stupa areas. The devotees turn the prayer wheels & chant, which is humbling to see such dedication to their beliefs.

Delight in the serenity as you hear the Buddhist mantra ‘Om Mani Padme Hum’ being chanted by devotees, alongside the echo of music streaming out from the nearby shops.

Pashupatinath

Moving on, you will visit the Pashupatinath temple, a Hindu shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva located on the bank of the Bagmati River. The word Pashupati means “the king of animals” and the temple is famous for its monkeys. You will be visiting the Pashupatinath area to indulge in a spiritual journey.

Pashupatinath is more than just a religious destination. It is a combination of religion, art, and culture. The temple, spread across 246 hectares of land, abounds in temples and monuments. Hundreds of rituals are performed here every day. You will get to witness people performing the religious ritual and funeral pyres burning at open-air cremation. Also witness elaborately dressed holy men meditating outside the temple and pilgrims placing offerings at the shrines. After touring around prominent sites, you will be transferred safely back to your hotel.

Day 03: Drive Kathmandu-Syabru Besi

Altitude above sea level: (1,420 m) Syabrubesi

Driving duration: 7-8 hrs. Approx.

Accommodation: Camping

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After a hearty breakfast, you take a scenic, long drive to Syabrubesi. With a beautiful drive, the roads twist and turn along the high hills as we pass through many remote villages and get to see the villagers working in their fields. You will get wonderful views of the Annapurna Himalayas in the west, to Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, and the peaks of the Langtang region ahead.

Further, you drive through the Trishuli  Bazaar before climbing towards Dunche and the Langtang National Park. After the town of Dunche it is another hour downhill to Syabru Besi.

Day 04: Trek Syabru Besi-Rimche

Altitude above sea level: (2,455 m) Rimche

Hiking duration: 4-5 hrs. Approx.

Accommodation: Camping

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After a hearty breakfast, you set off today’s trek to Rimche, your overnight destination of the day. You begin your trek by crossing over Bhote Khola (River) and following Langtang Khola. The trail steadily climbs up to the Bamboo crossing through the Landslide.  Continue your trek to Rimche through Bamboo (1,960 m), which is situated at the bank of Langtang Khola. Rimche is a better spot due to its location on high ground, which offers a good view down the valley.

Day 05: Trek Rimche-Langtang

Altitude above sea level: (3,330 m) Langtang

Hiking duration: 5-6 hrs. Approx.

Accommodation: Camping

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Today you will start early and begin your uphill climb to the Lama Hotel. From Lama Hotel, you will hike through the lush forest of rhododendrons trees, The trail is decorated with blooming flowers that add life to the trekking trails throughout spring.  As the trial progresses, it becomes steeper. From time and again, you can get an occasional glimpse of Langtang Lirung.

The trail takes you to a log bridge and on ascending further, you come across the lush meadows of Ghodetabela. The trail ahead from Ghoda Tabela involves downhill and uphill climbs until you see the beautiful Langtang village. Langtang village is the headquarters for Langtang National Park. The village comprises flat-roofed Tibetan-style houses, hotels, and cultivated lands yielding buckwheat, potatoes, wheat, turnips, barley, etc.

Day 06: Trek Langtang- Kyanjin Gompa

Altitude above sea level: (3,730 m) Kyanjin Gompa 

Hiking duration: 4 hrs. Approx.

Accommodation: Camping

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

The Langtang village to Kyanjin Gompa trek is one of the pleasant trails regarding the fact that you will pass through Mani walls, colorful prayer flags, wooden bridges, an enchanted rhododendron forest, and the village of Mundu.

From Mundu, the trail ascends steadily through yak pastures as the valley widens further, and the views become more extensive. After traversing numerous small streams and moraines, the trail reaches the settlement at Kyangjin. Kyanjin Gompa nestled on the lap of Langtang Lirung. It is the primitive village of Langtang valley and an ideal place to savor the panoramic view of Langtang II, Langtang Lirung, Dorje Lakpa, Tserko Ri. You will get insight into the cultures and traditions of Tamang and Tibetan origin people at Kyanjin Gompa

Spend your leisure afternoon exploring the Buddhist monastery and Local cheese factory.

Day 07: Rest day in Kyanjin Gompa or hike to Kyanjin Ri

Altitude above sea level: (4,773 m) Kyanjin Ri

Hiking duration: 3-4 hrs. Approx.

Accommodation: Tea House Lodge

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Today, you stay in Kyanjin Gompa to explore a bit more of the Langtang valley. This day is dedicated to pampering in the natural beauty and serenity of the Gompa area. You can either take a rest or hike around the village.

It is well worth hiking up to Kyanging Ri for a breathtaking panorama of the Langtang peaks. You will rise up early in the morning and then set off your hike to the highest point of the trek, Kyanjin Ri. This is the famous vantage point to relish the view of Langtang Lirung and Lirung Tsang Glacier and several soaring peaks. From the summit, you can see the picturesque Kyanjin Village, numerous glaciers, yak pasture, and the wide bank of the Langtang River. After savoring a mesmerizing view,  you head back to Kyanjin Gompa.

Day 08: Trek Kyangjin Gompa- Langsisa Kharka

Altitude above sea level: (4,160 m)

Hiking duration: 6-7 hrs. Approx.

Accommodation: Camping

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After a hearty breakfast, you walk on a gradual zigzag trail following Langtang Khola. Further, after 3 hours of walking, take a gradual ascent all the way to Langsisa Kharka. Throughout the trail, you will enjoy the beautiful views of Kyanjin Ri, Yala peak, Tsergo Ri, and other mountains range.

Day 09: Trek Langsisa Kharka -Moraine Base Camp

Altitude above sea level: (4,650 m) Moraine Base Camp

Hiking duration: 4-5 hrs. Approx.

Accommodation: Camping

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

With an early breakfast, we rejoin our trail. The trail ascends through the high alpine vegetation and nature. The trail mostly ascends uphill. Further, we will trek to Moraine Camp, where you can find high alpine vegetation and pure nature.

Day 10: Trek Moraine Base Camp-Tilman Base Camp

Altitude above sea level: (4,950 m) Tilman Base Camp

Hiking duration: 5-6 hrs. Approx.

Accommodation: Camping

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Today is an important day of our trek as you will be passing Tilman Pass. After breakfast, you trek through the rocky moraine and descend to another side. Trekking a few hours from Moraine Base Camp, you reach Tilman pass (5,320 m/17,454ft) from where you take a descending trail further to Tilman Base Camp for overnight camping.

Day 11: Trek Tilman Base Camp-Tin Pokhari

Altitude above sea level: (3,735 m) Tin Pokhari

Hiking duration: 6-7 hrs. Approx.

Accommodation: Camping

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After having breakfast, you head towards Tin Pokhari which means ‘Three Lakes’. You ascend a few hills and then descend to Tin Pokhari, a major attraction of the Langtang Tilman Pass Trek. Further, trek for hours until you reach a camping site.

Day 12: Trek Tin Pokhari-Panch Pokhari

Altitude above sea level: (4,123 m) Panch Pokhari

Hiking duration: 5-6 hrs. Approx.

Accommodation: Camping

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

With an early breakfast, you start your trek to tranquil Lake Panch Pokhari. The trail involves uphill and downhill, with amazing views along the way. En route you will traverse alpine vegetation, Rocky Mountains, and exotic wildlife. Panch Pokhari provides breathtaking views of Jugal Himal Range, Rolwaling range, Gosainkunda, etc. Apart from lakes, this place is also well-known for two pilgrim houses and a temple of Lord Shiva.

Day 13: Excursion around Panch Pokhari

Today you spend your time exploring a stunningly beautiful Panch Pokhari Lake. The name Panch Pokhari means “Five Lake” where ‘Panch means five and Pokhari means Lake’. You can see five small lakes in this place. On this day, you can hike up to the hill to see the beautiful sunrise. From the top, enjoy a mesmerizing view of Mt. Dorje Lakpa, Jugal Himal range and several other peaks.

Panch Pokhari is also a pilgrimage site where the Janai Purnima festival is held in August. Every year, the Hindu and Buddhist pilgrims visit this sacred place.

Day 14: Trek Panch Pokhari- Yangri Kharka

Altitude above sea level: (3,650 m) Yangri Kharka

Hiking duration: 6-7 hrs. Approx.

Accommodation: Camping

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After breakfast, you hit the trail to Yangri Kharka. The trail descends through rocky hills to reach camp.  Upon reaching the campsite,  enjoy the mountain views along with surrounding natural beauties.

Day 15: Trek Yangri Kharka-Terkegyang

Altitude above sea level: (2,560 m) Terkegyang

Hiking duration: 5-6 hrs. Approx.

Accommodation: Camping

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After a hearty breakfast, you trek through the proper trail, with more tourists coming across the trail. Trekking further after several hours, you reach Terkegyan where we will be camping the night. The village has a monastery which is one of the oldest and biggest monasteries in the region. Terke gyang is more popularly known as Helambu as most of the inhabitants belong to the Helmu caste.

Day 16: Trek Tarkegyang-Sermathang

Altitude above sea level: (2,620 m) Sermathang

Hiking duration: 4-5 hrs. Approx.

Accommodation: Camping

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Today’s trek will be a pleasant one compared to other days. The trail makes a smooth walk around the wide valley and reaches the Sherpa village of Gyangyul . From here, take an ascent to Sermathang where you will camp overnight.

Day 17: Trek Sermathang -Melamchi Pul Bazaar- Drive Kathmandu

Altitude above sea level: (870 m) Melamchi Pul Bazaar, (1,302 m) Kathmandu

Hiking duration: 2-3 hrs. Approx.

Driving duration: 4-5 hrs. Approx.

Accommodation: *** Hotel Tibet or similar

Meal: Breakfast, and Lunch

Today is the last day of our trek, and it is also a short one. The trail gradually descends to the village. You will soon reach the village and have lunch there. The village is mostly inhabited by Sherpa people. After lunch, a vehicle will be organized and drive back to Kathmandu.  Once we reach Kathmandu we will have free leisure time either to rest or explore Kathmandu Valley.

Day 18: Final Departure

Meal: Breakfast

It is time to fly back home, keeping all the wonderful experiences of Nepal in mind. The representative from Nepal Sanctuary Treks will transfer you to TIA airport, where you should check-in 3 hours prior to your scheduled flight.

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