Langtang Helicopter Trek

Langtang Heli Trek is suitable for senior citizens and families with kids. Avid trekkers can climb Yala peak or Cherko Ri above 5,000 m within a week’s time.

Langtang valley is the closest trekking route from Kathmandu. The region is less travelled and sustains authentic Tibetan Buddhist Sherpa culture just next to the Tibetan border. However, the drive to the trailhead is tedious and the first few days of walking is tiring with ups and downs on the rugged trail.

Langtang Heli-Trek Itinerary

The 4 days Langtang Helicopter trek allows visitors to avoid tedious drive and the walking in the foothills. The helicopter flies right into the scenic part of the valley from where the walking is easier. Within just 4 days from Kathmandu, one can enjoy the Himalayan view from Kyanjin Gompa, climb Kyanjin Ri (4,773 m / 15,655 ft) or Cherko Ri (almost 5,000 m). With a couple of extra days, avid trekkers can also climb the Yala peak 5730 m.

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Langtang Helicopter Trek Itinerary

DAY 1: Arrive Kathmandu, Nepal

Our represent will meet you outside the Kathmandu airport. Drive 30 km / 1 hrs to Nagarkot. Nagarkot is a hill station at 200 m in the eastern rim of Kathmandu valley. Evening walk to the sunset view point and back to the Hotel.

DAY 2: Acclimatization walk and Bhaktapur tour

The Sunrise view over the eastern Himalayas from Nagarkot is breathtaking. After breakfast, walk along the ridge to Changunarayan, the oldest existing Pagoda-style Hindu temple dating back to the 4th century. Tour Bhaktapur and drive back to Nagarkot. Bhaktapur is known as a living museum for it still retains the age-old Newari lifestyle intertwined with medieval architecture. Both Changunarayan and Bhaktapur are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

DAY 3: Fly in a Helicopter to Ghoratabala and walk to Langtang

Drive to the airport and take a Helicopter ride to the Langtang valley north of Kathmandu. The scenic flight takes about half an hour to land at Ghoratabala at 2,950 m. At this altitude, we are in alpine meadow surrounded by snow peaks. Walk 3 hrs to Langtang village at 3,330 m. Overnight in teahouse.

DAY 4: Trek to Kyanjin Gumpa (3730m)

Walk through the beautiful grassland following the Langtang River upstream to Kyanjin Gumpa. The valley opens wide and more of the snow peaks become visible including the Langtang Lirung (7,204 m). Overnight in comfortable teahouse.

DAY 5: Explore the Langtang valley. Cherko Ri (4,993 m) is option.

There are several side trips and climbs in the valley. Climb to the Kyanjin Ri (4,650 m) takes about 3 hrs. Walk to the end of the glaciated Langtang valley to Langshisha Karka with pack lunch. If you still feel fit, climb Cherko Ri (4,993 m) for the 360° view of Snow peaks.

DAY 6: Helicopter flight back to Kathmandu

Take a Helicopter flight back to Kathmandu and check in Hotel. Later visit Kathmandu Durbar square and Boudhanath.

DAY 7: Drive to the airport for final departure.

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Climb Kyanjin Ri ( 4,773 m )

It is possible to climb Kyanji Ri in a Helicopter trek. The trek spent 2 days above 3,000 m for acclimatization and then fly out on the 3rd day after climbing to Cherko Ri in the morning.

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