Day 1
Kathmandu to Syabrubesi
0 hrs / 0 km / sleep 1,550 m
Scenic 7 - 8 hour drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi along winding mountain roads. Rest and prepare for the trek.
Langtang
Langtang Valley Trek
A compact but rewarding trek through the Langtang Valley - the "Valley of Glaciers." Close to Kathmandu with rich Tamang culture, yak cheese, and stunning mountain views.
Moderate8 days4,984 mMar - May, Sep - Nov
Photo: Wikimedia CommonsOverview
Trek overview
Long-form route context for planning, pacing, and realistic expectations.
Key Highlights & Takeaways
- Tserko Ri viewpoint (4,984m)
- Kyanjin Gompa monastery
- Yak cheese factory
- Tamang heritage trail
A compact but rewarding trek through the Langtang Valley - the "Valley of Glaciers." Close to Kathmandu with rich Tamang culture, yak cheese, and stunning mountain views.
This itinerary is synced from TrekGuard mobile app data and includes 8 planned days, 65 km of walking, and 3,600 m of total elevation gain.
Highlights include Tserko Ri viewpoint (4,984m), Kyanjin Gompa monastery, Yak cheese factory, Tamang heritage trail.
Itinerary
Daily route plan
Day 2
Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel
6 hrs / 13 km / sleep 2,470 m
Trek through dense oak, rhododendron, and bamboo forests. Cross suspension bridges over the Langtang Khola. Lama Hotel is a collection of lodges in the forest.
Day 3
Lama Hotel to Langtang Village
6 hrs / 12 km / sleep 3,430 m
Continue uphill with improving views. Pass yak pastures at Ghodatabela (3,000m) with mountain vistas opening up. Langtang Village is a rebuilt Tamang settlement.
Day 4
Langtang Village to Kyanjin Gompa
3 hrs / 7 km / sleep 3,870 m
Shorter day for acclimatization. Trek through meadows and glacial moraine to Kyanjin Gompa. Visit the monastery and the yak cheese factory.
Day 5
Kyanjin Gompa acclimatization
6 hrs / 9 km / sleep 3,870 m
Acclimatization day. Hike to Tserko Ri (4,984m) for stunning 360° views of Langtang Lirung, Ganesh Himal, and possibly Shishapangma in Tibet. Return to sleep at Kyanjin Gompa.
Day 6
Kyanjin Gompa to Lama Hotel
6 hrs / 19 km / sleep 2,470 m
Descend back through the valley, retracing the route through Langtang Village and Ghodatabela to Lama Hotel.
Day 7
Lama Hotel to Syabrubesi
5 hrs / 13 km / sleep 1,550 m
Final trekking day. Descend through the forest back to Syabrubesi.
Day 8
Syabrubesi to Kathmandu
0 hrs / 0 km / sleep 1,338 m
Drive back to Kathmandu (7 - 8 hours).
Altitude profile
How high you sleep, night by night
The single biggest safety factor on a high trek is how fast your sleeping altitude rises. Here's the shape of this itinerary.
1,338 m
Start
3,870 m
Highest sleep
4,984 m
Max altitude
8
Nights
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Static route references for offline planning.
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- Duration
- 8 days
- Altitude
- 4,984 m
- Updated
- 2026
Route files are planning references only. Always follow current trail conditions, local notices, and guide advice.
Packing checklist
Use a mobile-friendly checklist for clothing, electronics, medicine, documents, and trail gear.
Altitude and safety
Prepare before pushing higher.
Climb gradually and take acclimatization seriously.
Check weather, wind, and daylight before long days.
Descend and seek help if altitude symptoms worsen.
Langtang Valley Trek FAQ
Straight answers on length, altitude, permits, season and cost for the Langtang Valley Trek, generated from the same route data the TrekGuard app uses.
How many days does the Langtang Valley Trek take?
The TrekGuard planning itinerary for the Langtang Valley Trek runs 8 days and covers 65 km of walking. That includes 1 acclimatization day where you sleep at the same village instead of climbing higher. Treat it as a baseline: weather, flight delays and how you acclimatize can add days, so build slack into your schedule.
How high does the Langtang Valley Trek go?
The Langtang Valley Trek tops out at 4,984 m. The highest place you sleep on this itinerary is about 3,870 m, which matters more for altitude illness than the daytime high point.
What permits do you need for the Langtang Valley Trek?
The Langtang Valley Trek normally requires: Langtang National Park Entry Permit, TIMS Card. Permit rules, fees and issuing offices change between seasons - confirm the current requirements with the Nepal Tourism Board or a registered agency before you travel.
When is the best time to trek the Langtang Valley Trek?
Mar - May, Sep - Nov is the usual window for the Langtang Valley Trek. Outside it you are trading stable weather for either monsoon cloud and leeches or deep winter cold and snow-blocked passes.
How difficult is the Langtang Valley Trek?
The Langtang Valley Trek is rated moderate, with 3,600 m of total ascent over 65 km. Walking days are roughly 3-6 hours. Above 4,000 m the limiting factor is usually altitude rather than fitness, so pace and rest days matter more than training volume.
Can you get altitude sickness on the Langtang Valley Trek?
Yes. The Langtang Valley Trek reaches 4,984 m, well above the 2,500 m mark where acute mountain sickness (AMS) becomes possible for anyone, regardless of fitness or age. Keep sleeping-altitude gains gradual, take the built-in rest days (1 on this itinerary), and descend if headache, nausea or breathlessness get worse rather than better. This is general information, not medical advice - see a travel-medicine clinician before the trip.
Where does the Langtang Valley Trek start and finish?
The Langtang Valley Trek starts and finishes at Syabrubesi, in the Langtang region.
Is there phone signal on the Langtang Valley Trek?
Coverage on the Langtang Valley Trek is: patchy in upper sections. Assume you will lose data for long stretches - download map packs, the GPX track and the forecast before you leave the last town, and carry a power bank.
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