Langtang Valley Trek 2026 — 7-10 Day Itinerary, Cost & Permits
Nepal's closest big-mountain trek to Kathmandu. Tibetan-Buddhist Tamang culture, Kyanjin Ri summit (4,773 m).
- Duration
- 7-10 days
- Max altitude
- 4,773 m
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Cost from
- NPR 50,000
Quick answer
The Langtang Valley trek is a 7-10 day Tamang-village route into the Langtang National Park, north of Kathmandu near the Tibetan border. The trail follows the Langtang Khola through forest and yak pastures to Kyanjin Gompa (3,870 m), with a side-trip option to Kyanjin Ri (4,773 m) for a 360° pano of Langtang Lirung (7,234 m), Langtang II (6,571 m), and Naya Kang. Yatra For Fun books the trek with the Langtang NP + TIMS permits, English-speaking Tamang guide, porter, teahouse accommodation, and three meals daily, for NPR 50,000-100,000 per person.
Why this trek
Langtang is the closest big-mountain trek to Kathmandu — a 7-hour jeep ride to the trailhead at Syabrubesi vs the 30-minute Lukla flight (and its weather-delay risk) for Everest or the 30-minute domestic flight to Pokhara for Annapurna. For trekkers on a tight schedule (one week), Langtang delivers the most genuine Himalayan experience per day of leave. The valley was devastated by the 2015 earthquake (the village of Langtang was buried by a landslide, killing 300+ residents). The reconstruction has built back stronger — teahouses are new and well-maintained, the trail is in excellent condition, and visiting now directly supports the Tamang community's recovery economy. The Langtang memorial chorten in the new village is a moving stop. Yatra books the standard 7-day Syabrubesi → Kyanjin → Kyanjin Ri → Syabrubesi itinerary for fit trekkers, or the 10-day version that adds the Gosaikunda lakes lobe (a holy Hindu pilgrimage site at 4,380 m) for a combined trek-and-cultural experience.
About the route
The trek starts with a 7-hour jeep ride from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi (1,550 m). Day 1 walks 5-6 hours up the Langtang Khola through rhododendron forest to Lama Hotel (2,470 m). Day 2 climbs through the bamboo and pine to Langtang village (3,430 m, the reconstructed post-earthquake village). Day 3 ascends to Kyanjin Gompa (3,870 m), the trek's high village, set in a wide yak-pasture valley with Langtang Lirung (7,234 m) directly above. Day 4 is the optional sunrise climb of Kyanjin Ri (4,773 m) for a 360° panorama — the only high-altitude effort on the trek. Days 5-7 retrace to Syabrubesi and the jeep back to Kathmandu. Total walking distance is approximately 70 km. Daily walking time is 5-7 hours. No technical sections; the trail is well-graded and teahouses are reliably spaced every 2-3 hours.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1
Kathmandu → Syabrubesi (jeep)
- Altitude
- 1,550 m
- Walking
- 0h
7-hour jeep ride via Trisuli and Dhunche to the trailhead at Syabrubesi (1,550 m).
Day 2
Syabrubesi → Lama Hotel
- Altitude
- 2,470 m
- Walking
- 6h
Trek along the Langtang Khola through rhododendron forest to Lama Hotel.
Day 3
Lama Hotel → Langtang village
- Altitude
- 3,430 m
- Walking
- 6h
Climb through bamboo and pine forest. Pass the new Langtang reconstruction site and memorial chorten.
Day 4
Langtang → Kyanjin Gompa
- Altitude
- 3,870 m
- Walking
- 4h
Short morning climb to Kyanjin Gompa (3,870 m). Afternoon free to visit the village cheese factory and Buddhist gompa.
Day 5
Kyanjin Ri summit (4,773 m, optional)
- Altitude
- 4,773 m
- Walking
- 6h
Pre-dawn 3h climb to Kyanjin Ri for a 360° Himalayan panorama. Afternoon rest at Kyanjin Gompa.
Day 6
Kyanjin Gompa → Lama Hotel
- Altitude
- 2,470 m
- Walking
- 7h
Descent retracing the route through Langtang village and the rhododendron forest.
Day 7
Lama Hotel → Syabrubesi → Kathmandu
- Altitude
- 1,400 m
- Walking
- 5h
Morning descent to Syabrubesi, then 7-hour jeep back to Kathmandu.
Cost breakdown (NPR)
Per person in a 2-pax group, mid-tier teahouse accommodation, spring/autumn season. Yatra concierge confirms exact NPR at booking.
| Category | Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Langtang NP + TIMS permits | NPR 5,000 | |
| Kathmandu ↔ Syabrubesi jeep transport | NPR 8,000-12,000 | |
| Guide (English-speaking Tamang, IFMGA-trained) | NPR 18,000-25,000 | USD 25-30 per day × 7 days |
| Porter (1 per 2 trekkers) | NPR 12,000-16,000 | USD 18-22 per day × 7 days |
| Teahouse accommodation (twin-share) | NPR 5,000-8,000 | NPR 800-1,500 per night × 6 nights |
| Three meals per day | NPR 14,000-22,000 | NPR 2,000-3,200 per day × 7 days |
| Yatra concierge + emergency line | NPR 8,000 | |
| Total per person (2-pax group) | NPR 50,000-100,000 | Lower = 7-day, shoulder; upper = 10-day with Gosaikunda extension |
Required permits
- Langtang National Park Entry
NPR 3,000 - TIMS card
NPR 2,000 group / NPR 1,000 FIT
Best season
March-May (spring) and September-November (autumn). Spring brings the famous rhododendron forest blooms on the Lama Hotel section. October is the absolute clearest for Kyanjin Ri summit. Avoid December-February (heavy snow at Kyanjin Gompa, teahouses partially closed) and monsoon June-August (landslide risk on the Trisuli highway).
Recommended months: Mar · Apr · May · Sep · Oct · Nov
Fitness & difficulty
Moderate. The longest single day is Lama Hotel → Langtang village (6 hours, ~1,000 vertical metres). Maximum sleeping altitude is Kyanjin Gompa at 3,870 m. The optional Kyanjin Ri summit (4,773 m) is the highest point but it's a day climb — you return to sleep at 3,870 m. Recommended: 6-8 weeks of regular cardio + step-climbing.
Difficulty rating: Moderate
What's included
- ✓Langtang NP + TIMS permits
- ✓Kathmandu ↔ Syabrubesi return jeep transport
- ✓Licensed, English-speaking guide (IFMGA-trained)
- ✓Porter (1 per 2 trekkers, 25 kg max)
- ✓6 nights teahouse accommodation (twin-share)
- ✓All meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
- ✓Tea / coffee with every meal
- ✓Welcome briefing + farewell dinner in Kathmandu
- ✓Yatra For Fun 24/7 emergency line + helicopter evac coordination
What's not included
- ·International flights to Kathmandu
- ·Nepal visa fee (NPR 4,000 for 30 days / USD 50)
- ·Mandatory travel insurance with high-altitude + heli-evac cover up to 5,000 m
- ·Tips for guide + porter (recommended: USD 8-12 per day per trekker)
- ·Hot showers + device charging fees (NPR 2,000-4,000 typical)
- ·Soft drinks, alcohol, premium snacks
- ·Personal trekking gear (Yatra rents)
- ·Gosaikunda extension (+NPR 30-45K)
Book Langtang Valley Trek 2026 via Yatra concierge
We confirm availability with the operator within 2 business hours and only charge your card once your group is secured. Pay in NPR or USD — taxes included.
Frequently asked questions
Why is Langtang the closest big-mountain trek to Kathmandu?
The trailhead at Syabrubesi is 117 km north of Kathmandu — a 7-hour jeep ride on the Trisuli highway, no domestic flight required. By contrast, EBC needs the Lukla flight (which has weather-delay risk) and Annapurna treks need the Pokhara domestic flight or 6-hour drive. For trekkers on a 7-9 day schedule, Langtang delivers the most Himalayan time per day of leave.
How much does the Langtang Valley trek cost in NPR?
NPR 50,000-100,000 per person (2-pax group, mid-tier). The lower end is the 7-day fast route in shoulder season; the upper end is the 10-day version with Gosaikunda lakes extension. The breakdown above shows permits (NPR 5K), transport (8-12K), guide (18-25K), porter (12-16K), accommodation (5-8K), meals (14-22K), and Yatra concierge fee (8K).
Is it ethical to trek Langtang after the 2015 earthquake?
Yes — and the Tamang community actively wants visitors back. The April 2015 earthquake buried Langtang village under a landslide (300+ residents killed). The valley has rebuilt: new teahouses, a memorial chorten at the village site, and a reconstructed cultural centre. Tourist revenue is the primary economic driver of the rebuild. Yatra's local Tamang guides are often from the affected community and the trek directly funds family livelihoods.
What's the maximum altitude on Langtang?
4,773 m at Kyanjin Ri (the optional summit on day 5). Maximum sleeping altitude is Kyanjin Gompa at 3,870 m. Both are below the 4,500 m AMS sleeping-altitude threshold, so altitude sickness risk is low. No mandatory acclimatisation day is built into the standard itinerary (vs Namche/Dingboche on EBC) because the elevation gain is gentle.
When is the best time to trek Langtang?
March-May (spring) and September-November (autumn). Spring brings the famous rhododendron bloom on the lower Lama Hotel section (entirely covered in pink/red flowers in April). October is the absolute clearest weather for the Kyanjin Ri summit. Avoid December-February (heavy snow at Kyanjin, some teahouses shuttered) and monsoon (landslide risk on the highway).
Can I trek Langtang solo without a guide?
Since April 2023, foreign trekkers in Nepal's national parks require a licensed guide. Yatra For Fun pairs you with a Kathmandu-based Tamang guide who knows the valley culturally and topographically. We can add a porter at +NPR 12-16K for the trek if you'd rather carry only a daypack.
What's the Gosaikunda extension and is it worth adding?
Gosaikunda is a holy Hindu pilgrimage lake at 4,380 m, in the eastern part of Langtang National Park, accessed via the Lauribina La pass (4,610 m) from Kyanjin Gompa. Adding 3 days, it offers spectacular Hindu pilgrimage culture (the lake is sacred to Shiva), a high pass-crossing experience, and a longer trek for relatively modest extra cost (+NPR 30-45K). Yatra recommends it for trekkers with 10+ days who want a richer cultural mix and a high-pass crossing.
What gear do I need for Langtang?
Same as ABC: boots, daypack (30-35 L), -10°C sleeping bag, down jacket, hard-shell layer, gloves, hat, sunglasses (Cat 3 or 4), trekking poles. Yatra rents the bulky items (sleeping bag, down jacket, poles) for NPR 250-500 per item per day from our Kathmandu depot.