Karnali Rafting (Laurent - France)
Duration: 10 days tour | sept. 08
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Beautiful Langtang Valley lies close to the Tibetan border, north of Kathmandu. The lush rhododendron and oak forests of its lower reaches form part of a vast National Park, providing sanctuary for a variety of animals, birds and wild flowers. By contrast, the upper valley is dominated by shimmering glaciers, that tumble off the ice-clad summits of 7000m peaks. Inhabiting the valley are communities whose Tibetan origins are reflected in a distinct style of building and way of life. The local Tamang "Sherpas" are descendents of the cavalry of Ghengis Khan, complete with hardy mountain horses.
After a week trekking in the valley, with two days set aside for exploring its upper reaches, we head for Gosainkund, an important pilgrimage site, whose sparkling lakes are sacred to both Hindus and Buddhists. To reach the lakes we must climb, but with the reward of arguably one of the finest Himalayan panoramas, from the Ganesh Himal west to the Annapurnas.
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu.
Meet with our representative at the airport. Drive to hotel.
Day 02: Kathmandu.Half day visit of Kathmandu city and Swayambhunath. PM: Free, preparation for the trekking. O/N hotel.
Day 03: Kathmandu - Dhunche 7 hours drive and after your Breakfast 7-½ start from Kathmandu and 7 hours drive to Dhunche (2150m.) And overnight in the camp or lodge. Driving from Kathmandu same way when we had been to Syabrubeshi up to Dhunche this road is still in same condition many zigzag and several landslides we will have to pass by veichles.
Day 04: Dhunche – Bharku – Syabrubesi
From Dhunche there is a decent to the Trisuli river which is reached within half an hour. From the river bed there is a steep climb to Dovan. Right from here a track to Gosainkunda leaves the main trail to Rasuwa Ghari and the Langtang valley. From Dovan there is a gentle climb to 6,400 feet and Bharku village is reached. From Bharku, traversing up and down after crossing a suspension bridge over the Langtang river, the village of Syabrubensi is reached. O/N in Syabrybesi.</P>
Day 05: Syabrubesi – Khanjung – Syarpagaon
After a trek of about one hour from Syabrubensi the small village of Wangal is reached. From here a trail branches off straight eastwards to Rasuwa Ghari. From Wangal there is a steep climb to Khanjung village. In the village there is a good camping site. From there, after 1/2 hr climb a small village is reached, known as Surka. The climb is steep for an hour through thick forest and from there the trail continues straight but not steep. From here, after a gentle descent for nearly 3 hrs, Syarpagoan (8200 ft. ) is reached . O/N in Syarpagaon.
Day 06: Syarpagaon – Lama Hotel – Langtang Valley
From Syarpagoan, the trail then traverses up and down through the forest and Ghoratabela (9800ft. ) is reached within 5 hrs. From there, again a short climb for 1/2 hrs will bring you to a pass to the right of where the Langtang valley begins. O/N in Langtang Valley.
Day 07: Langtang Valley – Kyangjing Gompa
From the pass, after trekking for nearly 3 hrs, Langtang village (11200 ft.) is reached. From Langtang there is a gentle ascent for 4 hrs to Kyangjing Gompa. O/N in Kyangjing Gompa.
Day 08: Kyangjing Gompa –Ghora Tabala
After visiting Kyangjing Monastery, an excellent look-out can be reached by climbing the slopes immediately behind the Kyangjing Gompa. A visit to Yala Cheese factory (15,800 ft.) and the small lake at 16,000 ft. beyond Yala is worthwhile. Then back to Langtang via same route. O/N in Ghora Tabala.
Day 09: Ghora Tabala – Syabrugaon
Breakfast served in the morning. After breakfast trek back through same way to Syabrugaon. O/N in Syabrugaon.
Day 10: Syabrugaon – Sing Gompa
Today we climb through forests of Fir and Rhododendron.The only sign of human habitation are the occasional shepherds' huts at the water points. We camp near the deserted Sing Gompa. O/N in Sing Gompa.
Day 11: Sing Gompa – Gosainkunda
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