Kathmandu to Kyanjin Gompa on the Langtang Valley trek covers 4 stages, via Syabrubesi, Lama Hotel and Langtang Village. It goes from about 1,400 m to about 3,870 m, a net gain of roughly 2,470 m. Timing depends on road and multi-day sections, so use the stage list.
Quick facts
- Start: Kathmandu, about 1,400 m
- End: Kyanjin Gompa, about 3,870 m
- Change: a net gain of roughly 2,470 m
- Stages: 4
- Total time: varies, see the stage list
- Hardest stage: moderate
Stage by stage
- Kathmandu to Syabrubesi: 7 to 9 hours by road (moderate)
- Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel: 6 to 7 hours (moderate)
- Lama Hotel to Langtang Village: 5 to 6 hours (moderate)
- Langtang Village to Kyanjin Gompa: 3 to 4 hours (moderate)
How to split it
Some stages are road journeys or multi-day, so treat the stage list below as the guide. The route passes through Syabrubesi, Lama Hotel and Langtang Village. Lodge availability changes by season, so confirm night stops with your operator.
Altitude and health
This route reaches about 3,870 m. Altitude sickness is possible above 3,000 m, so walk slowly, drink water and tell your guide about headaches, nausea or poor sleep. Altitudes vary by a few tens of metres between maps and guidebooks.
Reverse direction
Walking Kyanjin Gompa to Kathmandu is the same route in reverse. It is mostly downhill and usually quicker, but a long descent is hard on the knees, so poles help.
Common questions
- How long is Kathmandu to Kyanjin Gompa? The time depends on road and multi-day sections, so check the stage list.
- Which places are on the way from Kathmandu to Kyanjin Gompa? The route passes Syabrubesi, Lama Hotel and Langtang Village.
Plan it
Back to all route information or see the Langtang Valley trek guides.
