Langtang Valley Trek
A short, soulful glacial valley near Kathmandu — and a community rebuilt with quiet strength after the 2015 earthquake.
About this trek
The Langtang valley is the nearest of Nepal’s great treks to Kathmandu, yet it feels a world apart: a glacier-carved corridor of forest, yak pasture and Tamang villages running up to the foot of Langtang Lirung. The valley was hit hard in 2015, and trekking here directly supports its remarkable recovery — a journey with real meaning as well as real beauty.
With no flights required and a moderate top altitude, it’s an accessible week-long trek that still delivers proper high-Himalayan scenery, including an optional dawn climb of Kyanjin Ri.
Trek highlights
- Glacier views beneath Langtang Lirung
- Optional dawn climb of Kyanjin Ri
- Local cheese factory at Kyanjin Gompa
- Tamang culture and warm hospitality
- No flights — easy drive from Kathmandu
- Your trek supports the valley’s recovery
The itinerary
A typical day-by-day plan. We tailor pace and rest days to your group, and your guide adjusts on the ground for weather and acclimatisation.
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Arrive in Kathmandu
1,400 mAirport transfer, evening briefing and gear check.
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Drive to Syabrubesi
1,550 mA long, scenic mountain drive north toward the Tibetan border.
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Trek to Lama Hotel
2,480 mClimb beside the Langtang Khola through dense forest, watching for langur monkeys.
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Trek to Langtang Village
3,430 mEmerge into the open valley and the rebuilt village, with a moving memorial to 2015.
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Trek to Kyanjin Gompa
3,870 mA short, beautiful stage to the valley’s head beneath the glaciers; visit the cheese factory.
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Kyanjin Ri, explore the valley
4,770 mAn optional dawn climb of Kyanjin Ri for a glorious panorama, then rest.
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Trek to Lama Hotel
2,480 mBegin the descent back down the forested valley.
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Trek to Syabrubesi
1,550 mThe final trail stage back to the roadhead.
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Drive to Kathmandu & depart
1,400 mReturn drive to the capital for onward travel, or extend your stay.
What's included
In your trip price
- Private ground transfers per the itinerary
- Licensed, English-speaking local guide
- Insured porter team (one porter per two trekkers)
- All national-park entry and trekking permits
- Teahouse lodging throughout the trek
- Three freshly cooked meals a day on the trail
- Group medical kit, pulse oximeter and first aid
Not included
- International flights to and from Nepal
- Nepal entry visa fee
- Travel and high-altitude rescue insurance (required)
- Personal trekking gear and equipment
- Drinks, snacks and personal expenses
- Tips for your guide and crew (at your discretion)
From people who walked it
4.9 / 5 from 98 verified reviews
As a solo traveller I felt completely looked after. Knowing the porters were paid fairly let me enjoy every step.
Beautiful, meaningful and so close to the city. The welcome in the valley moved me to tears.
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Make the Langtang Valley yours
Tell us your dates and we’ll tailor this itinerary around you — at no cost until you book.