Faqs Langtang Valley Trekking

Yes, it is one the major mountain destinations after Annapurna and Everest region, due to its close accessibility from Kathmandu. Langtang Himal is the nearest mountain range from the capital Kathmandu. A distance of 35 km as the crow fly, but takes longer on drive of 5-6 hours to hilly road of ups and down.


The first mountain ever established around the Nepal Himalaya region is Langtang National Park. The areas around Langtang Himal of Rasuwa district was declared as Langtang National Park in the year 1976. Where all trekkers requires the entrance fees at the cost of US$ 30 or equivalent in Nepali Rupees.

Yes, nearly all lodges have the facilities of hydroelectricity, some few small villages runs the electricity for guest by solar-power. All trekkers needs to pay extra for charging each electronic gadgets as per hour basis at minimum reasonable cost.


Nearly all overnight stop lodge and guest-house have the facilities of internet and Wi-Fi. But sometime on the mountain the connection is quite slow and disturbing due to terrain and weather wise. 


The foods on every meals like breakfast, lunch and dinner are amazingly of best quality, prepared with care and hygienic. All lodge restaurants serves as per the food menu wise on La Carte basis or Set meals of Nepali Dal Bhat (boiled / steamed rice with lentil soup and mild vegetable curry served with pickles).

The foods on the menu includes from Continental, Chinese, Indian to Nepali, some restaurants on treks also provides bakery items as well.

Most popular is Nepali Dal / Bhat, noodle soup or fried noodle with veg and eggs or meats, Mo-Mo dumpling stuffed with meats or vegetable is also popular dishes found on the treks.  

Interested people can extend the trek after Langtang Valley, for a few days to a week. The famous areas are Gosainkunda a holy glacial lake south east of Langtang Valley. Trekkers can enjoy more days long trekking across the high ridges of Langtang Himal to reach Kathmandu via Helambu area also.

The next best destination is Tamang Heritage Trail, takes you on the off the beaten route and close to Nepal / Tibet border and end the trek at Syabrubesi. 


The Langtang Valley Trek generally takes 7 to 10 days, depending on the itinerary and trekking pace you choose. Starting from Syabrubesi (1,503 meters/4,931 feet), the trek covers about 70-80 kilometers (43-50 miles) round trip in Langtang Valley Trek.

Key highlights of Langtang Valley Trekking include trekking through lush forests, traditional Tamang villages in Langtang National Park with rare Red Pandas, and reaching Kyanjin Gompa (3,870 meters/12,700 feet). Most of the trekkers prefer to stay one more day in Kyanjin Gompa in order to view nearby peaks, such as Kyanjin Ri (4,773 meters/15,655 feet) or Tserko Ri (4,984 meters/16,349 feet), for brilliant Himalayan scenery.

The trek to Langtang Valley descends and finishes at Syabrubesi or continues onward via Gosainkunda (4,380 meters/14,370 feet) or Helambu for an even longer trek. Proper preparation and acclimatization are necessary for this moderately high-altitude trek.

The Langtang Valley Trek is graded as moderate because it's a suitable trek for trekkers with some previous experiences or even for the beginners at least those in good health and fitness. The Langtang Trekking trail contains steep ascents, descents, and rough paths, yet it does not require any technical climbing. Elevation gain can be challenging, especially around Kyanjin Gompa (3,870 meters/12,700 feet), Kyanjin Ri (4,773 meters/15,655 feet), and Tserko Ri (4,984 meters/16,349 feet). There is a risk of altitude sickness sometimes while climbing Kyanji Ri and Tsherko Ri, so proper acclimatization and hydration are necessary.

Daily walking hours in Langtang Valley Trek vary from 5 to 7 hours, depending on pace and itinerary. Most healthy individuals can easily complete the trek though they are the beginners, but training in advance, such as regular hiking and cardio exercises, is highly recommended.

The Langtang Valley was terribly devastated during the earthquake in Nepal in 2015. A giant landslide/avalanche struck Langtang village, 1,450 meters (4,757 feet), and buried the settlement underneath the debris; about 310 local people and trekkers lost their lives. It has badly affected the local Tamang people as many lost their homes and families. Since then, the area has been rebuilt, and the trekking route reopened, showcasing the resilience of the local people. Today's trekkers have the chance to learn about its history and remember the people it affected, at the same time contributing to the recovery of the region through responsible tourism.

However, the entire Langtang Trekking trails including Langtang Valley has fully been revived and there is no any disturbances and risks of trekking to Langtang Valley and Gosainkunda Lake.

Yes, the Langtang Valley Trek is worth it! Popular as the "Valley of Glaciers," it offers breathtaking views of Langtang Lirung (7,227 meters/23,711 feet), Gangchenpo (6,387 meters/20,955 feet), and Dorje Lakpa (6,966 meters/22,854 feet). Trekkers trek through lush forests, alpine meadows of Langtang National Park viewing rare red panda, and traditional Tamang villages like Langtang Village (3,430 meters/11,253 feet).

Cultural immersion in rich Tamang people’s tradition is another highlight, as you interact with the Tamang and Tibetan communities. High-altitude viewpoints, such as Kyanjin Ri at 4,773 meters (15,655 feet) and Tserko Ri at 4,984 meters (16,349 feet), provide breathtaking panoramas over the Himalayan range. This is, in many ways, a quiet, short and easy  trek compared to the routes found in Everest and Annapurna. For this reason, it makes this short but richly rewarding trek the best way to see the taste of the Himalayas without avoiding culture altogether.