Explore the lakes of Langtang = 10 days
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What is the yoga trekking concept in Langtang ?
Langtang National Park is the oldest Nepali National Park. It is located north of Kathmandu. It starts from the border with Tibet and it reaches Kathmandu through Shivapuri National Park. It is possible to trek from Kathmandu or from the district of Rasuwa, reachable by road within six hours drive. We have chosen this option for our yoga trek to the lakes.There is a great altitudinal variation between the different sectors with an immense ecological diversity. Trekking in Langtang is like trekking in different regions.
It is also exploring a traditional Buddhist region inhabited for centuries by Tibetan people and by the Tamang who are quite different from other Nepali. Trekking in this specific part of Langtang , around the high lakes of Gosainkund is also a way to appreciate the harmony existing between Buddhism and Hinduism.
Highlights
Join Eric Lon to trek around ten beautiful high mountains lakes of Langtang where kayaking could be introduced with our trip. You will become pioneers in sports and adventures, enjoying more beautiful places than the usual trekkers.You will also benefit of the Himalayan yoga and massage experience of Eric Lon getting a faster acclimatizing to the height, enjoying a great trek within a short period.
A trekking extension in Langtang is possible.
Trip facts
This is a short trek, grade moderate, which provides a unusual start acclimatizing close to Kathmandu, at Shivapuri National Park, in the greenish. It will help you to trek more easily at higher altitude in Langtang National park, from Dhunche, 2000 meters to the highest lakes above Gosainkund, around 4500 meters.Kayaking at some lakes, except Gosainkund Lake which is worshipped by Hindus is an option nested in the hands of the Nepalese Authorities.
Dates
Choose your dates and contact: info@lacompagniedesguidesdekatmandou.comOutline itinerary
Day 1: Arrival at Kathmandu: Welcom, NamasteDay 2: Day trek at Shivapuri national Park
Day 3: Drive to Dhunche, 2000 m. and trek to Deurali, 2600 m.
Day 4: Trek to Cholang Pati, 3580 m.
Day 5: Trek to Gosainkund Lake, 4380 m.
Day 6: Exploration of the higher lakes, up to 4600 m.
Day 7: Trek down to Cholang Pati, 3580 m.
Day 8: Trek down to Thulo Syabru, 2210 m.
Day 9: Trek down to Syabrubensi, 1350 m. and drive to Kathmandu.
Day 10: Departure from Kathmandu.
Price (per person on double occupancy): coming soon
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more than 10 person:
Single supplement:
The price includes:
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and accommodation in lodge during the trekKathmandu/Pokhara/Kathmandu airfare
Transportation Pokhara/Phedi and Tatopani/Pokhara
English speaking local expert guide, porters
Masseur physiotherapist proposing 1 yoga session every day and foot massage lessons
National Park fees
3 nights accommodation at 3 star hotel in Kathmandu on double sharing with breakfast
1 night accommodation at 3 star hotel in Pokhara on double sharing with breakfast
All guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu and entry fees.
Airport transfers and escort
Insurance of the guide and porters
The price excludes:
International flight & departure tax
Lunch & dinner in Kathmandu
Personal gears & clothing (available on hire)
Tips, any expenses of personal nature, client's insurance.
Massage and indivudal treatments are at extra cost
Detailed itinerary
Day 1: Arrival at Kathmandu: Welcom, NamasteTtransfer to your hotel.
The staff of our agency will support your arrival and may guide you downtown for shopping.
Day 2: One day trek at Shivapuri National Park.
This green park is a Paradise with a lot of small rivers. Kathmandu valley lies around 1350 meters and Shivapuri Peaks rises at 2732 meters. It is a perfect green area for acclimatizing and sleep again at Kathmandu.
Day 3: Drive to Langtang and trek to 2600 meters.
Drive early from Kathmandu, by private vehicle and visit Trisuli Bazaar on your way before to reach Dhunche, at the height of 2000 meters. There are located the headquarters of Langtang, the oldest National Park of Nepal.
Start of the trek by a steep trail which is well maintained.
First outdoor yoga and massage lesson at Deurali, 2600 meters, a quiet lodge with a gorgeous view on the Langtang Mountains' range.
Breathe deeply when trekking with Pranayama, yoga breathing exercises and stretch at the lodge learning the basis of self massage under the professional guidance of Eric Lon.
Enjoy your Langtang diner and peaceful night. It will be the same every night.
Day 4: trek to Cholang Pati: 3584 meters
Before trekking, activate your global energy with Himalayan outdoor yoga.
This healthy yoga regime will become yours for every trekking day in order to provide a better acclimatizing.
The trail is easy going through a deep forest with blue pines and tall oaks covered with long hairs of moss. Cross an Army check post and reach Sing Gompa to visit the old monastery as well as the yak cheese factory. Enjoy your lunch at 3200 meters.
Take time to reach another lodge area surrounded by a jungle where the red Panda is used to be seen. Dinner and night at the lodge Cholang Pati: 3584 meters.
Day 5: trek to Gosainkund: 4380 meters.
Enjoy the early outdoor Himalayan yoga session before breakfast and then trek slowly to Laurebina to have some hot drinks around 4000 meters. Do some yoga when looking at the mountains' panorama.
There are the last trees and the view on the Langtang range becomes more and more impressive with snow caped peaks every where.
The easy trail follows a crest to reach Gosainkund. The bigger lake is a holy place for Hindu pilgrims. It is also worshipped by Tibetans who are used to bring long Tibetan prayers flags. Bathing is permitted. Kayaking will not be allowed on this specific lake, but there are ten other beautiful lakes for paddling. Dinner and night at the lodge.
Day 6: trek to explore the lakes
It is said that each lake is a reflection of the mind and of the god and goddesses living in the mountains. Eric Lon, who is a French certified swimming teacher, is a lakes' lover for many years, windsurfing and kayaking at high altitudes. Here, close to 4600 meters, you will discover beautiful lakes where other trekkers are not used to go
Night at the lake' lodge.
Day 7: Trek down to Cholang Pati, 3584 meters.
Enjoy your way down and explore the forest close by where the red Panda is living.
Day 8: trek down to Thulo Syabru: 2600 meters
The way is enchanting through oaks and rhododendrons with pristine views of Langtang Lirung and many other peaks. The trail leads to the terrace fields and a very hospitable village with many lodges and a Buddhist monastery.
Day 9: Trek down to Syabru Bensi: 1350 meters and drive to Kathmandu.
The easy way down offers very different views, reaches a river and crosses a traditional Tamang village with wooden sculptures on each house. On your way you will admire closer the Nepalese Tibetan borders peaks.
Drive back to Kathmandu with some stops to take unforgettable pictures.
Day 10: Departure from Kathmandu: Namaste, see you again....
Our staff will support your transfer to the airport.
Contact: ericlon@hotmail.fr and: info@lacompagniedesguidesdekatmandou.com