The Langtang Kyangjin Gompa Trek is located in the northern region of Nepal and is one of the closest trekking destinations to Kathmandu. Langtang is framed by spectacular snow-capped peaks, raging rivers, lush sub-tropical jungles, rich flora and fauna, and a unique taste of the culture, tradition, and religion of the indigenous mountain people.
The Kyangjin Gompa Trek drive from Kathmandu to Syabru Bensi is the starting point of the trek, you’ll be following the Langtang Khola throughout the journey passing by pine, rhododendron, and bamboo woods, fast mountain streams, rough rock terrain, grassy meadows and along snow-capped peaks. To Kyangjin Gompa the last village in the region. This hike allows you to view glaciers, discover communities, and climb modest peaks.
Apart from the natural beauty that elicits ecstasy and energy in nature, the Langtang Valley trek also offers you a taste of the rich culture and religion of Tibetan Buddhism, explore monasteries, stupas, and Chortens draped in fluttering prayer flags spreading the message of peace and harmony all along the way and witness the monks’ chanting prayers in Monasteries. Traveling through this route you’ll not only witness the natural wonders of the region but the culture, and spiritual aspects of the people living in these areas.
The flight into Kathmandu offers views of the valley below and the Himalayan ranges towering above. Once you arrive, you’ll be driven to your hotel by one of our team members later in the evening you’ll have a brief meeting regarding the trip and your trekking guide will check all the equipment which is required then in the evening you will be taken at Nepali Restaurant for Nepali typical Thakali thali set which will be a different test.
Maximum Altitude: 1400m
Meals: Welcome Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel in Kathmandu
After your early morning breakfast, your trip will start the first day of your journey with a drive north out of Kathmandu Valley towards SyabruBesi, through rust-colored settlements, traditional terraced fields, and scenic mountain slopes. Once you reach SyabruBesi head towards your accommodation explore the village and chill for the evening.
Maximum Altitude: 1550m
Duration: 6-7 hrs drive
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel in Syabrubesi
Accommodation: Guesthouse
The first day of your trek starts today, so wake up early then have breakfast and head out on the trail, the trail passes alongside the river, walking through a densely forested route lined with rhododendrons and oak trees, ascending to Lama Hotel. While you walking you can take a break any time anywhere when required and you will have a lunch break at Bamboo after your lunch slowly you will climb to Lama Hotel which is a very small town that has only a few hotels where you can take a short break then you will move to continue to Ghodatabela from inside the jungle which will be a memorable walk then will reach to Ghodatabela where you will spend your night.
Maximum Altitude: 3030m
Walking Duration: 5-6 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Ghodatabela Teahouse
The valley widens as you approach Ghodatabela, from there, the route winds alongside streams up to Langtang Village, a rural setting, with grain fields and yak pasture lands. Langtang Village little bigger than other villages in this area and where you can explore Tibetan culture, local lifestyle, the Cheese Factory, and dress up of local people which will make your special day.
Maximum Altitude: 3830m
Walking Duration: 6-7 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse
Start your trek after early morning breakfast, you’ll be hiking alongside the massive Mani wall and eventually reach Mundu village, from here pass-through various streams and panoramic view of the mountains, and after a short walk along this path, you’ll reach the settlement of Kyangjin Gompa. After checking in, relax and have lunch at your tea house before visiting the cheese factory or exploring the village and hiking.
Maximum Altitude: 3870m
Walking Duration: 3-4 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse
Today you’ll be ascending Tserko Ri, so wake up as early as possible have a light breakfast, and take some lunch pack because today’s hike is a little longer and you will not get anything on the way to Tserko RI. After that head towards the trail. Tserko Ri is a vantage point at an altitude of 5033 meters boasting views of Tsergo Yala Peak at 5,520 m, and Langtang Ri at 7,205 m. Langtang Lirung 7,227 m, Naya Khang 5,844m. Langshisha Ri Peak (6 427 m), and the magnificent valley down below. After spending a brief time at the Ri head towards Kyanjin Gompa then just chill your day as a rest day.
Maximum Altitude: 5033m
Walking Duration: 7-8 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse
After your early morning breakfast head to words to Lama Hotel, today hike as long as you’ll have to retrace your steps back to Lama Hotel passing through Langtang village and other settlements, the trail is covered with alpine woodland and beautiful wildflower carpet stretching across the valley floor, following the Langtang Khola, hike via Mundu and then to Ghodatabela and continue downwards until you reach Lama Hotel.
Maximum Altitude: 2380m
Walking Duration: 5-6 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Lama Hotel
Retrace your steps back to Syabrubesi after your delicious breakfast, cross the woodlands and follow the river, and travel past the Chilime Hydropower Plant at Sherpa Gaon, from here follow the trail till you reach the village of SyabruBesi.
Maximum Altitude: 2420m
Walking Duration: 4-5 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Dunche Hotel
Return to Kathmandu, arriving in Kathmandu check into your hotel in the evening, and attend a special farewell dinner to acknowledge the end of your Langtang adventure with our staff.
Maximum Altitude: 1400m
Duration: 6-7 hours drive
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel in Kathmandu
Our staff will drop you off at the airport, you’ll bid farewell to your newfound friends as well as Nepal.
NOTE: All of the trekking hours and distances mentioned above are estimates and should only be used as a general guideline.
Spring (March to May) and autumn (mid-September to November) are the best times to trek to Langtang Kyangjin Gompa Trek. In spring, the foothills are ablaze with wildflowers, rhododendron blossoms, and orchids hanging from branches, the weather is dry and clear during this season, making it ideal for trekking and exploring the breathtaking scenery of the mountains. In autumn after the end of the heavy monsoon season, with a clear atmosphere and the days are warm though the evenings are quite chilly trekking to Langtang Kyangjin Gompa is extremely popular.
Travel insurance is required for all clients participating in any activity. We strongly advise you to obtain a complete insurance plan from a reputable insurance company to cover personal injury, death, hospital expenses, repatriation fees, helicopter rescue, and any other disease covered by the insurance plan.
The Nepalese consulate in your country or the immigration office at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu must issue each client with a valid visa with a six-month validity from the date of return.
In popular trekking regions such as Annapurna, Everest, Langtang, and Manaslu, there is a menu system with various ethnic cuisines foods as well as western meals, but some locations provide you with typical Nepali meals which are different from international meals, and these meals are prepared by the local supplement, every tourist lodge and tea house has a well-trained cook who focuses on clean, hygienic, fresh, and delicious foods, and every lodge has safe drinking water or mineral water.
If you buy a water purification tablet in Kathmandu, you can take water tap water and purify it yourself, saving money and reducing plastic pollution.
