Kathmandu to Langtang Village on the Langtang Valley trek covers 3 stages, via Syabrubesi and Lama Hotel. It goes from about 1,400 m to about 3,430 m, a net gain of roughly 2,030 m. Timing depends on road and multi-day sections, so use the stage list.
Quick facts
- Start: Kathmandu, about 1,400 m
- End: Langtang Village, about 3,430 m
- Change: a net gain of roughly 2,030 m
- Stages: 3
- 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)
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 and Lama Hotel. Lodge availability changes by season, so confirm night stops with your operator.
Altitude and health
This route reaches about 3,430 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 Langtang Village 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 Langtang Village? The time depends on road and multi-day sections, so check the stage list.
- Which places are on the way from Kathmandu to Langtang Village? The route passes Syabrubesi and Lama Hotel.
Plan it
Back to all route information or see the Langtang Valley trek guides.
