Langtang Region

Langtang region lies in the central part of Nepal which covers the Langtang Helambu trekking. There are mainly three major trekking areas-Langtang, Gosaikund and Helambu. A three-week trip could cover all the three areas. The langtang Valley lies closer to Kathmandu than any trekking regions, and is lesser used by both trekkers and local. Just after the monsoon, this trek gives superb views of the great peak of Langtang Lirung (7246m) which dominates the upper valley and straddles the Tibetan border. In spring time it is an ideal place to spot birds and flow Nepal.According to a legend, a lama following a runaway yak discovered the valley, hence the name- Lang ( Tibetan name for YAK), Tang (more currently "Dhang" means to follow). There is good opportunity for moderate climbing excursions here, you should allow some extra days for explorations of the extensive glacier system. The famous Juggle Himalayan ranges also lies in this region. The ethnic people like Tamangs and Sherpa inhabiting in this area. A visit to the Langtang valley offers an opportunity to explore villages to climb small peak and to visit Glaciers at low elevation. Here is the famous sacred place with beautiful Lake Gosaikund (4300m). Many Hindu and Bouddish pilgrims visit the Lake during a full-moon festival in August. The Langtang National Park is rich in Flora and Fauna so it is good destination for Botanical research. The wild flowers like Sky-blue gentions, Primulas, Epiphytic Orchids, etc found in thes The birds like Buzzards, Hoopoe, Cuckooz, Barbets, Owls, Nightjars, Laughing thrushes' Red-billed and yellow billed Megapics, Capped sibias, Minivat parakeet are found on these areas.