Langtang Valley Trek
One of the enjoyable, easy, naturally beautiful, and short treks of Nepal

Trip Overview:
Location
Nepal
Region
Langtang
Max-Elevation
4,984 m
Duration
11 days
Accommodation
Hotel/Lodge
Best Seasons
Spring and Autumn
Group
Min. 1 Pax
Difficulty
Moderate
Start Point
Kathmandu
End Point
Kathmandu
Permit
Required
Food
Three Meals/Day
Introduction to Langtang Valley Trek
The Langtang Valley Trek is renowned for its stunning landscapes and cultural experiences, making it one of the most loved trekking trails in the Nepal Himalayas. Situated north of Kathmandu within Langtang National Park, trekkers are greeted by breathtaking snow-capped mountains, dazzling glaciers, and a diversity of wildlife that truly enhances the trekking experience.
This beautiful trekking trail meanders through the narrow Langtang Valley, not too far from the Tibetan border. The relatively easy trek is less crowded than other popular trails in Nepal, promising a unique adventure amidst lush green forests, terraced fields, and high alpine meadows adorned with snow-capped peaks. The trek also provides the rare opportunity to immerse oneself in the local culture, interacting with the Tamang and Tibetan communities, whose warmth and hospitality are unforgettable.
The Langtang Valley trek usually begins and ends at Syabrubesi, a small town easily accessible from Kathmandu via a 6 to 8-hour journey by jeep or local bus. As you follow the Langtang River, you traverse vibrant rhododendron and bamboo forests, passing picturesque villages such as Rimche, Ghoda Tabela and Langtang.
The trek culminates at Kyanjin Gompa, known for its stunning panoramic views of Langtang Lirung and the surrounding peaks. Adventurers can opt for day hikes to Kyanjin Ri or Tserko Ri or both, which offer stunning views of the glaciers and mountains. Upon completing the trek, a descent back to Syabrubesi leads you to return joyfully to the bustling life of Kathmandu.
If you want to make this trek longer, it is better to start the trek from Dhunche or end it in Dhunche. And if you have a few more days for the trek, you can also add Gosaikunda (Gosaikunda Lake). It is a beautiful pilgrimage site in the region.
Highlights of the Langtang Valley Trek
Itinerary
After you arrive in Kathmandu airport please check our company board outside the main gate there will be our airport representative you will meet with him, and he will be transferred to hotel by private vehicle and our representative will help you to check in your hotel after that if time enough, representative will take you to our office for short briefing about the trip but if not enough time then give a short trip brief in hotel and request to pay the due balance for the trip. Overnight at Hotel.
After breakfast, tour guide will take to you for full day sightseeing in historical monuments sightseeing places including Pashupatinath temple (The biggest Hindu temple), Boudhanath (the biggest Buddhist stupa), Swayambhunath known as monkey temple and Kathmandu Durbar square then drive back to hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Early morning, your guide will pick you up from your hotel. Transport to Syabrubesi (public bus or private vehicle) depends on your booking. The 7â8 hour drive heads north through scenic foothills, passing Trisuli Bazaar, Dhunche, and other villages. Overnight at a teahouse/lodge.
Today we cross the Bhote Kosi via suspension bridge to reach old Syabrubesi, then another bridge over the Langtang Khola, which we follow for the next few days. The trail climbs gradually through Doman (1,680m), then past Landslide Lodge and Hot Spring Restaurant (1,810m), before reaching Bamboo. We continue across another suspension bridge to the north bank, where the forest becomes drier and more open. A steep ascent brings us to Rimche (2,400m) and Upper Rimche (2,510m), followed by a gentle descent to Lama Hotel (2,470m). Overnight at teahouse/lodge.
Today the trek starts with a gentle climb, but it soon becomes steeper, climbing through a forest of oaks, hemlocks, maples and rhododendron. From the trail you will see the beautiful views of Langtang Lirung (7246m). After little more then an hour we pass two lodges in the forest at Gumanchok (2800m), from where we climb to a Nepal army post and a national park checkpoint at Ghoda Tabela (2970m). The trail ascends gradually, as the valley becomes wider. We will pass a few teashops at Thangshyap (3140m). The route is now in open country, and passes many mani stones, water-driven prayer wheels and a few scattered Tamang villages before arriving in Langtang. This is a small village consisting of guesthouses and yak farms. The surrounding fields containing buckwheat, wheat, turnips, potatoes, and barley have typical stone fencing walls. Overnight at Teahouse/Lodge.
Today the trek through the village of Langtang we will pass many stone mani walls, covered with Tibetan inscriptions to please the gods. It then climbs up gradually past the small villages of Mumdu and Sindum. The trail continues through yak pastures. After crossing the Langtang Khola to its south bank we climb up through a landscape scattered with large boulders to a moraine where we will have the first views of Kyanjin Gompa ahead of us, and the dramatic icefall flowing from Langtang Lirung and Kinshung (6781m) north of us. Beyond the trail lead through some rocks and climb towards the gompa, then make a short descend to Kyanjin Gompa (3870m). Afternoon looks around the Kyanjin Gompa. Overnight at Teahouse/Lodge
Today, we have day excursion trip from Kyanjin Gompa either Kyanjin Ri (4773m) or Tsergo Ri (4984m) or another option is hike to Langshisa Kharka (4080m) but not recommended one because it is very hard and long day trip so if you donât have camping arrangement with one more day for stay overnight in Langshisa Kharka better not to go there. North of Kyanjin Gompa is about two hours climb you reach at Kyanjin Ri from where you will see the beautiful views of Langtang Lirung (7246m), Kinshung (6781m), Yansa Tsenji (6567m) and Straddling the Tibetan border are Dorje Lhakpa (6966m), Ganchempo (6387m), Langshisa Ri (6427m) and a whole host of 6,000+m peaks whilst across the valley are Naya Kang and the Ganja La pass. If you are interested to little gain in altitude there is the chance to climb Tsergo Ri (often written Cherko Ri) - at 4,984m. It takes about five hours climb from Kyanjin Gompa to reach at Tsergo Ri. Follow the trail north and take a left fork about 10 minutes then step climb to Tsergo Ri for spectacular mountains view and back to Kyanjin Gompa. Overnight at teahouse/Lodge.
Today we follow our route back to Lama Hotel, the trail goes with a few short exceptions most of its way downward, descending 1400 meters back to Lama hotel. You will trek through Sindum, Mumdu, Langtang village, Thangshyap, Ghoda Tabela and Gumanchok then finally you reach at Lama Hotel (2470m). Overnight at teahouse/Lodge.
Today shortly ascend to Upper Rimche then descend to Langtang Khola and cross the bridge then easy walk to Bamboo then gently descend to Landslide lodge. After few minutes walks from landslide lodge you will meet two trails one left hand side trail goes to Thulo Syabru and another right hand side trail lead to Syabru Besi (1503m) so you will follow the right hand side trail gently descend to Syabru besi, before just reach at Syabru besi you need to cross the bridge at Langtang Khola then after level walk finally reach at Syabru Besi (1503m). Overnight at Teahouse/Lodge.
Early morning, we depart Syabrubesi for Kathmandu. Transportation depends on your bookingâeither by public bus or private vehicle (Jeep, Land Cruiser, or bus, depending on group size). The 7â8 hour drive offers scenic views of foothills and ridgelines, with a rough road up to Trishuli Bazaar, then a paved route to Kathmandu. Overnight stay in Kathmandu.
After breakfast, End of our services with departure transfer to the Kathmandu airport to board flight for your onward destination.
Not Satisfied with the above itinerary? We also offer flexible, tailor-made trips according to your preferences and specification.
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Ingrid Dinhobl (Austria)
Unforgettable Langtang & Gosaikunda Trek
After returning to Kathmandu from a 14-day trek to Langtang Valley and Gosaikunda Pass, Iâm still deeply impressed by the stunning views and unforgettable experience. This journey wouldnât have been possible without the caring guidance of Ramesh and Keshabâwe had a great time together. Everything was flawlessly organized by Mr....

Nathan Reynolds (Australia)
Highly Recommended: Professional & Friendly Trekking Experience
I highly recommend Alpine Adventure Club Treks & Expedition. Binod Thapa and his staff are friendly and professional, ensuring complete satisfaction. The guide and porter were knowledgeable and organized the best accommodations, making the trek comfortable and enjoyable. All my questions were promptly answered, easing any concerns about booking online....