Syabrubesi to Kyanjin Gompa on the Langtang Valley trek covers 3 stages, via Lama Hotel and Langtang Village. It goes from about 1,500 m to about 3,870 m, a net gain of roughly 2,370 m. Total walking time is about 14 to 17 hours.
Quick facts
- Start: Syabrubesi, about 1,500 m
- End: Kyanjin Gompa, about 3,870 m
- Change: a net gain of roughly 2,370 m
- Stages: 3
- Total time: about 14 to 17 hours of walking
- Hardest stage: moderate
Stage by stage
- 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
This is more than a day of walking, so trekkers usually break it into stages and sleep along the way. The route passes through 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 Syabrubesi 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 Syabrubesi to Kyanjin Gompa? Total walking time is about 14 to 17 hours, depending on pace and stops.
- Which places are on the way from Syabrubesi to Kyanjin Gompa? The route passes Lama Hotel and Langtang Village.
Plan it
Back to all route information or see the Langtang Valley trek guides.
