Langtang Region

The Langtang region lies directly north of Kathmandu in Rasuwa district, inside Langtang National Park, close to the Tibetan border. Treks start with a seven to eight hour drive to Syabrubesi, so no domestic flight is needed.

The Langtang Valley Trek follows the Langtang Khola through Tamang villages to Kyanjin Gompa (3,870 m), with an optional climb of Kyanjin Ri (4,773 m), and takes 11 days including Kathmandu. Other routes add the holy lakes of Gosainkunda (4,380 m), the Helambu villages, the Tamang Heritage trail or the Ganja La pass (5,122 m). Yala Peak and Naya Kangi are climbed from Kyanjin Gompa.

You need a Langtang National Park entry permit and a TIMS card, and a licensed guide is required. Spring (March to May) and autumn (October to November) are the best seasons; teahouse lodges are available on the main routes.