Langtang Gunja La Pass Trek

Duration 14 days

Max-Altitude 5,122 m

Transportation Bus / Private Jeep

Grade Moderate

Accommodation 3 * category hotel in kathmandu and Teahouse During Trek

Meals Breakfast in Kathmandu and all meals during the trek

Best Season Mar-May, Sep-Dec

Communication Available

Group Size 1+

Langtang Gunja La Pass Trek starts from Syabrubesi and ends at Melamchi Pul Bazar. Starting from Syabrubesi, you will trek eastward, following the Langtang River until you reach Kyanjin Gompa (3,049m). The spectacular view of Mt. Langtang Lirung (7,245m) on the west, Yala Peak on the north, Dorje Lakpa (6,966m), Urkeinmang (6,387m), Loenpo Gang (6,979m), and Kangchenpo on the north-east will surround you as you approach Kyanjin Gompa. As you reach Kyanjin Gompa, you will come across a quaint Buddhist monastery and a cheese factory established by the Swiss Association for Technical Assistance in 1955. Crossing the pass, you will be treated to breathtaking views of Langtang Lirung and the majestic Tibetan peaks beyond. It’s worth noting that most of this route takes you above the 3,000m (10,000ft) mark.

Gunjala/Ganjala Pass (5,122m) is the highest point of this trek. On the very pass of Ganjala, the last few 100m trails are risky so we need to use a rope there for safety, though the utmost care is enough. The descent from the pass is on a steep slope for over 1 km which requires good care again. But the remaining part of the trail is easy and comfortable. There are no lodges and no settlements for three days along the way so we should be well equipped with enough food.

There is a restriction on the use of firewood within the park, so all supplies should bring with us. The organized camping treks are promising in this region. The trek requires 13 days. The people living in Langtang are of Tibetan origin, though they introduce themselves as Tamang or Gurung.

After crossing the Gunjala Pass, the trail takes you to Malemchigaon and Tarke Ghyang. The dialects spoken are also different. People here follow the Buddhist religion so you will find so many old Buddhist monasteries in the villages. Tarke Ghyang is also another Sherpa town along the way, which bears its own story. The town name indicates the temple of “100 horses” and was derived from the name of a temple established in 1727 by a Lama (Buddhist monk). As a reward, the Lama asked for 100 horses, which he brought here. The local temple was founded in 1969 and follows the Bhutanese style.

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft)

Day 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing & Preparation for the Trek

Day 03: Drive to Syabrubesi (1,500m/5,100ft): 145 km/ 7 hrs

Day 04: Trek to Lama Hotel (2,380m/7,830ft): 6 hrs

Day 05: Trek to Mundu (3543m/11,621ft) via Langtang village (3,430m/11,253ft): 6-7 hrs

Day 06: Trek to Kyangjin Gompa (3,870m/12,697ft): 3 hrs. Explore the area.

Day 07: Explore Tserko Ri (5033m/16,404ft) 7-8 hrs

Day 08: Trek to Ganja La phedi (4,300m/14,104 ft): 5-6 hr

Day 09: Cross the Ganja La pass(5,122m/16,800 ft) Trek to Keldang (4,250m/13,940ft): 6/7 hr

Day 10: Trek to Yak Kharka (4,000m/13,120ft): 5/6 hr

Day 11: Trek to Tarke Gyang(2,590m/8,497ft): 5/6 hrs

Day 12: Trek to Sermathang(2,610m/8,563ft): 3/4 hr

Day 13: Trek to Malemchi Pul Bazaar and Drive back to Kathmandu: 3/4 hrs trek/ 3 hr drive

Day 14: Departure Day

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft)

Upon your arrival at the Kathmandu airport, you are greeted by one of our representatives. After completing your customs formalities, our representative transfers you to your hotel in Thamel, Kathmandu. Stay Overnight.

Day 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing & Trek Preparation

Today after breakfast we start a tour of several most historical and spiritual attractions in Kathmandu. The day is also for finalizing official procedures and other necessary arrangements. We visit the World Heritage Sites of Kathmandu Durbar Square, the sacred Hindu temple of Pashupatinath, the famous ‘Monkey Temple (Swayambhunath), and the Buddhist shrine (Bouddhanath). Later, a pre-trip discussion related to the trekking. A shopping of personal items necessary for the trekking before leaving. Stay overnight.

Included meals: Breakfast

Day 03: Drive to Syabru Besi (1,500m/5,100ft): 145 km, 7 hrs

A scenic drive to Syabru Besi enjoying the breathtaking scenery of snowy mountains, green hills, rivers, and small villages. Stay Overnight.