Langtang Ganja La Pass Trek

Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) in Kathmandu, you will be greeted by our correspondent who will assist with your transfer to the hotel. Once checked in, we will arrange a pre-trip meeting where we will brief in short about the trek, answer any queries you have and meet your trekking guide as well. After the short brief, you can relax and spend rest of the day at your leisure. Stay overnight at the hotel.

Today we will drive from Kathmandu to Syabru Besi which takes about 5-6 hours’ drive. We will have breakfast in the morning, and then get ready to depart from the hotel.

We will leave hotel around 7 or 8 am in the morning and then drive north through beautiful hills to reach Syabrubesi, passing through the town called Dhunche (our trek ending point) on the way. Stay overnight at lodge in Syabru Besi.

Syabrubesi is a small town situated within Langtang National Park and gateway for Langtang Valley Trekking & Tamang Heritage Trail Trek. Nestled at 1460 meter, Syabrubesi is 95 kilometers from Kathmandu which can be reached within 5-6 hours. Syabru lies in the bottom of a hill and the banks of Trishuli river, white-water rafting river. It is possible to reach Syabrubesi via private vehicle (5-6 hours) or public bus (7-8 hours).

This day we will have breakfast in the morning (around 7 am) and then prepare to trek towards Lama Hotel which takes about 6-7 hours of walk.

You start the trek by crossing the Bhote Koshi River, following the Langtang Khola. The trail goes gently uphill along the Oak, Rhododendron & Bamboo Forest. As you will be trekking along Langtang National Park there are chances to explore wildlife like: Red Panda and so on..

On the way we will pass through Riverside and reach Bamboo (1960 m) in about 4 hours of trekking and we will have lunch there. After having lunch, we will cross the suspension bridge and hike uphill for next about 2.5 hours to reach Rimche village (2485 m). From Rimche continuing the trek with an easy 20-minute straight trial we will reach Lama Hotel. Stay overnight at lodge in Lama Hotel.

Note: For the travellers wanting to visit Tamang village, it is possible to add extra day and then hike 2 hours to Sherpagaon (2563 m) to experience traditional Buddhist – Tamang culture of Langtang people.

This day we will have breakfast in the morning and then get ready to trek towards the amazing Langtang Village which takes about 7-8 hours of walking.

Today we will be walking almost easy and straight trial. We will walk along the Oak and Rhododendron Forest in the beginning and walking straight for about 2-3 hours we will reach one of the beautiful destinations, Ghoratabela (3030 m). If we are hungry, we will have lunch here or we will rest for a while.

We will continue our trek and pass through amazing lanscpae and destination Thyangsyap (3140 m), Chaymki & Langtang Gompa before we reach Langtang Village. From Thangsep, it takes about 2 more hours to reach Langtang Village.

On the way we will pass through waterfalls, amazing landscape, forests and Local Tamang people. As we get close to Langtang Village we can also see the area affected by 2015’s earthquake. 

Langtang Village is one of the beautiful villages located inside Langtang National Park. From here we can see astonishing views of Langtang Lirung & Ganesh Himal. In Langtang village, there are also community health post, small markets, monastery and government schools. Stay overnight at Langtang Village.

If you do not want to sleep overnight in the village, then it is possible to sleep in next stop, Mundu village, on the way to Kyanjin Gompa. 

This day after having breakfast we will prepare to head towards the ultimate destination, Kyanjin Gompa which takes about 3 hours of walking.

Today we will have to walk comparatively shorter route and, on the way, you will be mesmerized by the amazing views of Langtang range, including Naya Khang, Ganjala Himal, and Langtang Lirung.

On the way to Kyanjin Gompa, you can see Buddhist artifacts like: Chortens, Buddhist inscriptions carved in the rocks, prayer flags and Mani walls. Also, you can see yak gazing in the pasture and just before reaching Kyanjin Gompa there is watermills near monastery, where you can explore for a while.

Kyanjin Gompa is named after the monastery named Kyanjin Monastery, a small and important gompa of Langtang Region. Here in Kyanjin Gompa we can also explore Yala Cheese Factory which is one of the major attractions for tourists. This Cheese Factory was establied in 1952 with the assistance of Swiss.

From Kyanjin Gompa, it is possible to hike to Kyajin Ri which takes about 3.5 hours and Tserko Ri which takes about 6-7 hours hike. If weather permits, then travellers can hike to Kyajin Ri (4773 m) on the same day for sunset view and hike to Tserko Ri on next day.

You can hike to Kyanjin Ri (4773 m) in the early morning for sunrise view which takes about 2.5 hours of hike uphill and about 1 hour to descend back. Upon reaching top of Kyanjun Ri we can see the glaciers of Langtang Lirung and the amazing views of Langtang Range, Langtang Ri (6370 m), Langtang Lirung (7245 m), Yala Peak (5520 m), Ganjala Peak, Dorje Lakpa (6966 m) and so on. After descending back to lodge, we will have breakfast and then rest for a while and then explore around Kyanjin Gompa. 

It is possible to hike to Tserko Ri (4985 m) for breathtaking panoramic view of the Langtang Himalayan Range. After the hike, you’ll return to Kyanjin Gompa and stay overnight at lodge.

Leaving Kyanjin Gompa (3870 m) after an early breakfast, the trail gradually ascends eastward toward the remote Ganja La High Camp. The route initially follows gentle alpine terrain before becoming steeper as it climbs above the Langtang Valley. Unlike the popular Langtang trails, this section is rarely used and quickly feels wild and isolated.

The ascent involves crossing rocky ridges, yak pastures, and glacial streams, with breathtaking views of Langtang Lirung, Yala Peak, Naya Kanga, and surrounding snow-capped peaks. As altitude increases, vegetation thins and the landscape turns stark and alpine.

The final section to High Camp (4960 m) is steep and exposed, requiring careful footing over loose scree and rocky slopes. There are no teahouses along the way, so camping equipment and supplies are essential.

Upon reaching High Camp, tents are set in a dramatic high-altitude setting below the massive slopes of Ganja La Pass. The afternoon is spent resting and acclimatizing while enjoying panoramic mountain views. Overnight at tented camp.

The day begins early from High Camp, usually before sunrise, due to the long and demanding crossing of Ganja La Pass. After breakfast, the trail immediately ascends steeply over rocky terrain and loose scree. As you climb higher, the landscape becomes increasingly alpine and rugged, often with patches of snow depending on the season.

The final push to Ganja La Pass (5,130 m) is steep and may require the use of crampons and ropes, especially in spring and early autumn. From the top of the pass, trekkers are rewarded with spectacular panoramic views of Langtang Lirung, Dorje Lakpa, Shishapangma (Tibet side), and Ganesh Himal. Prayer flags flutter at the pass, marking one of the most remote and adventurous crossings in the Langtang region.

After spending some time at the pass, the descent towards Keldang begins. The downhill section is long, steep, and technical, passing through snowfields, rocky slopes, and glacial moraine. Extra caution is required, particularly in icy conditions.

As the trail descends, the terrain gradually softens, leading to a wider alpine valley surrounded by dramatic mountain walls. By late afternoon, you reach Keldang (4,270 m), a beautiful and isolated pastureland used seasonally by yak herders. Camp is set here, offering a peaceful overnight stay beneath the towering Himalayan peaks.

This day is considered the most demanding and rewarding part of the Langtang Ganja La Pass Trek and is recommended only for experienced trekkers with good acclimatization. 

Leaving Keldang, the trail descends gently through a wide alpine valley, crossing grassy pastures, rocky sections, and small glacial streams. The remote route gradually becomes easier as the landscape opens up, leading to Dhukpa (4,040 m), a quiet yak-grazing area where camp is set amid beautiful mountain surroundings. Overnight at tented camp.

Leaving Dhukpa, the trail descends steadily through alpine meadows into forests of rhododendron, pine, and oak. As altitude drops, the scenery becomes greener and more settled, passing small streams and seasonal herder shelters before reaching the traditional Hyolmo village of Tarkeghyang (2,600 m), known for its monasteries, stone houses, and rich Helambu culture. Overnight at lodge. 

This day after having breakfast prepare to trek towards Shermanthang which takes about 4 hours of walking. 

The trail pass through the lush pine and oak forests - walking mostly flat terrain. On the way you get to see mani walls, chortens, different traiditonal villages and so on. 

Shermanthang is a traiditonal sherpa village with the traditional Sherpa settlement with Buddhist monasteries, mani walls, and chortens, reflecting the region's deep spiritual heritage. You are rewarded with panoramic views of the Jugal and Ganesh Himal ranges, charming monasteries, alpine meadows, and even apple orchards that mark the village's pastoral character. Stay overnight at lodge.

This day after having breakfast in the lodge, prepare to trek towards Melamchi Bazaar whcih takes about 5 hours of walking. 

From Shermanthang you will trek through terraced farmland, Sherpa hamlets and so on. Stay overnight at lodge. 

Today after having breakfast in the lodge, prepare to return back to Kathmandu bidding goodbye to Langtang region and with warm memories of Langtang Ganja La Pass Trekking. 

The drive from Melamchi Bazaar to Kathmandu takes about 3-4 hours of drive. Upon arrival in hotel, rest day. Stay overnight at hotel.

Free day in Kathmandu for sightseeing / shopping / massage, and etc... We can do half day sightseeing in the UNESCO listed World Heritage sites like:

• Swoyambhunath: Also known as the Monkey Temple, it offers panoramic views of Kathmandu.
• Boudhanath: One of the largest stupas in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Pashupatinath: A sacred Hindu temple complex on the banks of the Bagmati River.

Stay overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu.

Enjoy your last day in Kathmandu before departure. At your scheduled departure time, our correspondent will pick you up from the hotel, transfer you to the airport, and bid you farewell with warm hearts.