Volunteer Society Nepal : The best experience for volunteers, the best value for Nepal.
Overview
Arrival City:Kathmandu
Price:1025 Euro
Meals:All meals included during trekking
Attractions:Kyanjin Gompa, Red Panda
Accomodation:Tea House
Departure City:Kathmandu
Difficulty:Moderate
Duration:21 Days
Transportation:Tourist Bus
Country:Nepal
Maximum Altitude: Meters
Styles:Trekking
Group Size:1 - 10 Persons
About Langtang Trek and Volunteering – 3 Weeks
Langtang Trek in Nepal takes you into a delightful expedition inside one of the discreet Himalaya areas of Nepal which caters all kinds of trekkers. The Langtang valley in Nepal shares borders with Tibet in the north; hence, the region is highly influenced by the lifestyle, culture, and tradition of its northern counterpart. It is home to Langtang National park and a popular pilgrimage site of Gosainkunda. Langtang Lirung (7,227m), Langtang Ri (7205m), and Yala Peak (5,50m) are few of the mountains located entirely inside the National Park and are also available for the grand audience during trekking in Langtang valley. Langtang Trek is a 7 days trekking packages taking to the wildest land of beauty. Langtang is the closest Himalayan region from Kathmandu valley filled with scintillating natural heritages. Massive snowcapped mountains, beautiful glacial lakes, lush vegetation, Tibetan peoples and their unique lifestyle influence everyone to visit over there.
Few hours drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubeshi, trek starts following the ragging Langtang river across the dense forest of Langtang national park which eventually takes us to Langtang village (3,430m) and Kyanjin Gompa (3,870m). It is one of the most popular trekking regions for those wishing a short trek in Himalayas of Nepal. Langtang valley is greatly influence by Tibetan lifestyle, locals are the descendant of Tibetan origin. Varieties of Rhododendron, majestic waterfalls, bamboo forests, snow-capped mountains and hair rising landscapes makes you walk a diverse experience. Join us and entertain your adventure life with adventure walk.
Highlights of Langtang Trek:
Trek in the Langtang National Park and get to observe plenty of flowers and wildlife including the endangered Red Panda.
Visit Kyanjin Gompa and learn about its heritage.
Great view of Mt. Ganesh Himal, Mt. Langtang and many more panorama views of Himalayas.
Experience the rich cultural exploration of the local people in the Himalayas.
See the Famous Wildlife and Red Panda.
You will be picked up at the airport by one of the Volunteer Society Nepal staff and driven to your Kathmandu host family or a hotel. Here you will be welcomed into the family, be given your own room and be provided with all your meals while in Kathmandu. This will be your home during your orientation and volunteering in Nepal. With easy bus routes into town and the surrounding countryside, this quiet and safe suburb is the perfect base for your time in Nepal.
Volunteer Society Nepal offers comprehensive Nepali language and cultural training tailored for expatriates, volunteers, and research students eager to delve into Nepali culture. Our team of seasoned instructors will skillfully lead you through language acquisition while fostering a genuine understanding of Nepali communities. At Tour and Trekking Nepal, we furnish cutting-edge learning resources designed to provide profound insights into Nepal’s culture and way of life. Throughout your orientation and language sessions, you will be fully immersed in the local culture and language, creating a rich and authentic experience. This program is ideally suited for individuals seeking to maximize their time in Nepal and to engage with the country on a deeper, more meaningful level.
Kathmandu stands as the vibrant cultural nucleus of Nepal, an alluring haven for travellers since Nepal first welcomed outsiders within its borders. The city beautifully amalgamates elements of Hinduism, Tibetan Buddhism, and Western influences within the encompassing Valley. Adjacent to this hub are Patan and Bhaktapur, two significant cities brimming with cultural and religious importance in Nepal’s tapestry.
An immersive guided excursion awaits, offering a complete day to explore the historical Durbar Square adorned with distinctive architecture and home to the revered Kumari, the living goddess. The journey continues to the sacred Hindu temple of Pashupatinath, followed by visits to the renowned ‘Monkey Temple’ (Swayambunath) and the Buddhists’ shrine of Buddhhanath. As dusk settles, an enriching pre-trip discussion is scheduled, where you will meet your trek leader and fellow adventurers, setting the stage for your forthcoming expedition.
We start our trip about 7 am in the morning and head north out of Kathmandu driving through scenic foothills and ridgeline vistas to Syabrubensi, the first part of the drive up to Trishuli Bazaar is quite smooth, then the path moves along the gravel road and overnight at Lodge. Tamang Heritage Trail is not so far from Kathmandu, the road is hilly and winding (though spectacular), climbing high and providing us with superb panoramic views of the Annapurnas, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal and the peaks of the Langtang region. Meals included: Dinner.
We cross several suspension bridges following Langtang river. We pass through dense oak forest of Langtang national park along the up-down trial and reach to Bamboo (1,970m) for lunch. We trek couple of hours more to make up to Lama Hotel. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Our morning tea is followed by steady climb up along a dense forest and through the villages. Today we leave the tree line behind and get to appreciate the invitation of Nepalese Himalayas with open heart. In front Mt. Langtang Lirung (7,227m) seems marvelous. Pass by Ghodatabela (3,030m), Chyamki village (3,230m), chortens, water mills, prayer wheels and Mani walls before getting to beautiful Langtang village. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
We make short trek with slight uphill and downhill. We will pass by many small plateaus, biggest Mani wall in Nepal and yak postures. Since, it is really a high altitude, take your time to walk slowly and acclimatize your body. Kyanjin Gompa is another wonderful land of Langtang surrounded by Himalayas. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Today also we repeat downhill trek all the way to Lama Hotel. We begin our trek after breakfast and retrace our steps to Lama Hotel. Most of the trekking today will be downhill as we pass through forests and beautiful Tamang villages. We also get to enjoy different view of the Himalayas that we had missed climbing up. Overnight in Lama Hotel. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Today also we repeat downhill trek all the way to Syabrubeshi. We descent down along the dense forest hearing anonymous sounds of Langtang khola river. Since, the whole journey is mostly downhill, we can easily make the way. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
We start our drive to Kathmandu and it takes about 9 hours, it is a pleasant drive back to Kathmandu with marvelous views of hills, mountains, terraces and villages check in to the hotel and overnight at hotel.
Women Empowerment
Teaching in Schools
Center for Disabilities/Special Education
Construction and Manual Work Volunteer
Sports/ Physical Education Internship
Teaching English to Buddhist Monks
Teacher Training
Child Care / Orphanage
Our journey in Nepal comes to an end today! A Volunteer Society Nepal representative will drop us off at the airport approximately 3 hours before our scheduled flight. On our way to home, we have plenty of time to plan our next adventure in the wonderful country of Nepal.
Note: The above-mentioned program itinerary is a sample. The period and cost of volunteering, internship, tour and trekking can be changed or extended as per volunteers' availability of duration.
Transportation service from Kathmandu – Syabrubeshi – Kathmandu
Local accommodation and all meals Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner during trek.
Government License holder Trekking Plus experienced and qualified trekking guide and porter to carry your luggage (1 porter between 2 trekkers).
All expenses of guides and porters such as (meals, insurance, salary, lodging, transportation and other necessary equipment).
Langtang National Park entry permit fee and Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) card.
Trekking Maps.
All government, Local taxes and official Expenses
Cost Excludes:
Extra accommodation and all meals Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu.
Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu due to early arrival or late departure, early return from the trek.
Personal expense such as snacks, boil water, hot and cold drinks, hot shower, Alcohol, Wi-Fi, telephone call, battery re-charge fee), extra porters etc.
Personal trekking equipment.
Travel insurance which has to cover emergency high-altitude rescue and evacuation compulsory.
Tips for guide and porters (Tipping is expected)
Additional costs or delays caused by out of management control, for example, landslide, weather condition, itinerary modification due to safety concerns, illness, change of government policies, strikes etc.
All the costs and expenses which are not listed in “cost includes” section will be all excluded.
