Langtang National Park, known as the first Himalayan National Park, was established in 1976 to preserve the unique flora and fauna of the region. The park extends over parts of Nuwakot, Rasuwa, and Sindhupalchowk districts in the southern mountainous terrain of the Nepal-China (Tibet) border.. It is the nearest National Park to the capital Kathmandu in the Central Himalayan Region. Langtang National Park is also one of the best examples of graded climate conditions in the central Himalayas. High altitude jungles with diverse flora and fauna scenic with villages and imposing Himalayan peaks combine together to make Langtang National Park an attractive place covering 1, 1710 square kilometers.
The park takes its name from one of the peaks- Langtang Lirung it has on its north border. There are wide ranges of animals like wild dog, red panda, pika, black bear, Himalayan Tahr, ghoral, common langur etc within 25 per cent of the total park area covered by forest.
Entry Fee Per Person Per Entry:
For SAARC Nationals, Rs. 100/-
For Other Foreign Nationals, Rs. 1,000/-
(Note: Entrance fee not required for children under 10 years).
Access:
Public buses or taxis reach Dhunche via Trisuli Bazar from Kathmandu (approx. 7-8 hours). A seasonal road reaches Syabrubensi.
Alternative routes from Kathmandu are by public bus to Sundarijal or Melamchighat. From either point, trek through Helambu to Gosainkunda via Laurebina pass or cross Ganja La pass (5122 m) to reach Langtang Valley.
Note:
Entrance fee not required for children under 10 years.
Park Entrance fees is regulated by Department of National Parks and Wildlife Conservation (Phone: 4220850).
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