Full of snowy peaks, rich culture and blinding natural beauty, the Langtang Valley is a place that feels straight out of fiction, similar to dreamy paintings like that of Bob Ross. It is a place full of mysteries and spiritual significance.
But we know how we humans are; we don’t know how to value such places. For generations all we have mostly done is ruin such places.
Shouldn’t we try to preserve these wonders? That’s where sustainable trekking comes into play, so come along and help us preserve these spectacles.
Why Langtang Valley Deserves Extra Care?
The Langtang Valley Trek is a marvellous place, yet disasters have shaken this place to its core. In 2015, an earthquake shook this valley, and its devastating effects left scars that are still present to this day.
Since then, the only thing that has kept this region alive is “tourism”. People here mostly work as guides, porters, farmers or traders. The whole economy of this region is mostly dependent on tourism..
So, as tourists, the least we can do is sustain this place. By visiting here we can help the economy, giving people jobs, and trades to the traders. And don’t forget about the place as well, we need to look out for it, and make sure not to hurt this place more than it has already been.
How Can You Make a Difference?
Sustainable trekking is easier than it sounds. You just need to follow some basic things like mentioned in the following:
- Help the Locals: One of the best things you can do is spend on their local businesses. Like, you can stay at locally owned guesthouses, eat at local restaurants and buy things from local markets. This will ensure that your money is directly going to the local people and not some big corporations.
- Pack Smartly: You need to make sure to reduce your litter as much as possible. Only pack reusable things and some garbage bags as well. Avoid single use things like plastic glasses and chips packets. In this way, you’ll not only reduce your waste but inspire other trekkers, too.
- Respect the Culture: Cultures are the soul of any place. Life in far places like Langtang Valley is not like our modern lives. People here live by their cultural morals and teachings. Their cultural practices define them, so what can you do to contribute? Learn some common phrases in the local Tamang language and try to learn and respect their cultural teachings. In this way you can help them carry on their heritage.
- Hire Local Guides and Porters: Another good way to help them is creating job opportunities for them. You can hire local guides and porters to help you along your journey. And in addition to this you’ll also get insider knowledge about this mysterious place. So it’s good for both parties.
- Leave No Trace: Littering is the worst thing you can do at such places. These places have been untouched for centuries, and now, when people go there, they ruin this legacy by littering there, which has been held on for centuries. So, make sure to carry all your trash back with you and leave no trace. Avoid all such activities that destroy their natural beauty and harm wildlife.
Experience transformation
When you commit to such selfless activities and devote yourself to sustaining nature’s beauty, you naturally start to feel good about yourself. By doing such things, you no longer remain a visitor to such places. You develop a deeper connection to these places and become a part of their story.
Simple things like sharing meals with locals or preserving the beauty of the trails all start to become more and more meaningful. Your whole journey transforms into a spiritual trip, a trip of rebirth and solace.
Ready to Explore Langtang Sustainably?
Langtang Valley is a unique valley full of natural wonders carrying fables of its own. It’s our duty as humans who rule this world to sustain such a beautiful valley. This valley not only holds meaning to locals that live there but all the adventurers and the trekkers as well. To us outsiders, it’s not just a place to visit but a sacred sanctuary to cleanse our souls.
So, are you ready to sustain the Langtang Valley trek? Let Mosaic Adventure guide you through this unforgettable journey.
Book your trip today with Mosaic Adventure and experience the Langtang Valley like never before. Contact us at info@mosaicadventure.com or give us a call at https://wa.me/ +9779823816556. The mountains are waiting for you, so will you answer the call?
