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Langtang Gosaikunda Trek

Trip Info

Duration

16 Days

Trek Region

Langtang

Destination

Nepal

Max. Altitude

4,610m

Group Size

1 - 8

Grade

Moderate

Activity Per Day

4 to 6 hours

Best Season

February to June, September to Mid-December

Activity

Trekking in Nepal

Start/End Point

Syabrubesi / Sundarijal

Langtang Gosaikunda Trek is a wonderful trip that combines three trekking trails as Langtang Valley Trek, Gosaikunda trek and Helambu Circuit Trek. Following the Trishuli River north of Kathmandu, we travel through Trishuli Bazaar and Dhunche to Syabrubesi, a Tamang village located at the very edge of the Langtang National Park. We then turn east into the Langtang Valley, crossing the river several times as we ascend up along a gorge-like lower section of the Valley.

We pass through oak and rhododendron forests and even cross glacial moraine on our way to the Tamang village of Langtang. We start our trek from Sybrubesi to lama hotel and then we reach to Kyanjin Gompa within three days of our trek commenced Kyanjin Gompa, we go for surroundings visits such as Monastery, Cheese factory.

The lake Gosaikunda is a sacred pilgrimage of Hindus. The lake is visited every year by thousands of visitors during the full- moon night in August. Langtang Valley is a beautiful valley in the world. You will keep walking through varieties of tiny village and track of thick forest.

The trek becomes beautiful walk through Rhododendron and pine trees where you will see honey hunter Animal, langur Monkey (Seto badar) and waterfalls we will continue walking to reach Gosaikunda. On the way, you will pass through Lauribinayak. From here you will have a fantastic view of Langtang Region.

Best Time to Trek Langtang Gosaikunda

The best seasons for the Langtang Gosain

The trails from Thulosyabru to Foprang Danda (3200 meters) follows a steep ascent path passing through Dursagang (2660 meters) along with the views of Langtang Himal, Ganesh Himal, Tibetan Mountain, Hemlock and forests.

Now the path gently ascends for a while then it follows a flat level to Sing Gompa. There is a well managed local cheese factory and a Buddhist Monastery. Singgompa provides panoramic views, exhilarating nature and Yak Cheese factory.

The cheese manufactured here is considered the best in Nepal. Overnight at guesthouse.

kunda trek is spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November, and mid December). The moderate and stable weather, clear Himalayan views and the best of natural beauty during these times make it perfect for trekking in this region.

Spring is the perfect season to visit Gosainkunda to experience the best of its natural beauty. You will trek through beautiful, dense forests. Flowers, especially rhododendrons, are in full bloom. This season offers chances to witness rare wildflowers and vegetation.

Trekkers choose the Autumn Langtang Gosainkunda trek due to the mild weather, dry terrain, and clear views of the Himalayas. In addition, Hindu pilgrims travel to Gosainkunda during this time of year to perform ancient rites in the lake.

Both these seasons offer opportunities for hiking underneath clear skies, through dense forests surrounded by the breathtaking views of the Himalayas. Because of the pleasant temperatures along with stable weather, you will be able to walk easily during these seasons.

Itinerary

Day 01- Arrive in Kathmandu.

Upon your arrival in the Kathmandu airport after completing your custom formalities Visa, etc. pick up your luggage and look for our airport representative from Himalaya Discovery, who will display your name on the board at the arrival gate. You will be greeted by our representative and transferred to the hotel by private tourist vehicle.

Altitude : 1400m

Day 02- Free in Kathmandu for sightseeing and pre trip briefing and gear check.

Today is free for sightseeing in Kathmandu. You may wish to visit Durbar Square in the heart of the old city where the old Royal Palace, with its intricate woodcarving is located. The whole area is a maze of temples and images.

Leading away from the square in all directions are narrow alleys, full of the most amazing variety of shops and stalls. Some of these landmarks are considered World Heritage Sites including the historic Bhaktapur Durbar Square, the famous ‘Monkey Temple’ Swayambhunath and Buddhists shrine Buddhanath which is one of the largest Stupas in the world.

There will also be a full trip briefing today with gear check. In case you need to hire or buy equipment locally there will be time to do this today.

Day 03- Drive to Syabrubesi by tourist bus / Jeep.

Drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi which takes about 7 hours by bus / Jeep. You head north out of Kathmandu driving through scenic foothills and ridgeline vistas to Syabrubesi passing through Dhunche.

While passing along the road at the bank of Trishuli river you catch a glimpse of Ganesh Himal, terraces and green hills. From Trishuli to Syabrubesi the road is rough. Overnight at guesthouse.

Duration : 7 hrs

Altitude : 1462m

Day 04- Trek to Lama Hotel / Rimche.

Today, the first part of the trail crosses through Bhote Koshi and follows the Langtang Khola. This trail gradually ascents up to Bamboo passing through Landslide.

Afterward, your trek ascends gently to Rimche (2400 meters) through Bamboo (1960 meters) which lies at the bank of Langtang Khola. You can have lunch at this place if you like and at the end, your trail is level to the Lama hotel. En route you could see red pandas, monkeys and bears if you are lucky. Overnight at guesthouse.

Duration : 5 hrs

Altitude : 2500m

Day 05- Trek to Langtang Village / Mundu.

From lama hotel, we continue gently ascending above the Langtang Khola. As the trail progresses, it becomes steeper. From time and again we can have the most exotic sights of Langtang Lirung lying at 7246 meters.

The trail leads to a log bridge and on climbing further we come across lush meadows of Ghoda-tabela at 2992 meters. We will see several lodges and a police check post. Further on, the route opens up into a wide valley of yak pastures and scattered Tamang villages showcasing water-driven mills and prayer wheels.

On descending for a while, we arrive at Langtang village after crossing a stream and reaching to the height 3430 meters. Langtang village is the headquarters for Langtang National Park and has flat-roofed Tibetan style houses, hotels and cultivated lands yielding buckwheat, potatoes, wheat, turnips, barley etc. Overnight at guesthouse.

Duration : 5 hrs

Altitude : 3307m

Day 06- Trek to Kyanjin Gompa.

The trail skirts gradually through rich yak pastures and interesting traditional villages of Mundu to Singdun. We cross a wooden cantilever bridge and reach a wide valley after climbing a moraine.

Finally, on ascending along the mountain passes we arrive at Kyagjin Gompa. There is a small monastery and a government-operated cheese factory. Overnight at guesthouse.

Duration : 4 hrs

Altitude : 3798m

Day 07- Rest day at Kyanjin Gompa.

Today you may have a full day of rest and relaxation at the surrounding area. You can enjoy the views or explore the local area or visit some highlights of Cherku-ri (5,150 meters), glacier walk or Langshisha kharka depends on your fitness and interest. Overnight at guesthouse.

Day 08- Trek to Lama Hotel / Rimche.

Morning visit around Kyangjin Gompa and afternoon return Lama Hotel, we take a route back to Lama Hotel following the trail of we retrace our route, following the Langtang Khola to Langtang village and on to Ghoda Tabela.

We stop briefly for lunch and thereafter continue the steep descent to Lama hotel.

Duration : 6 hrs

Altitude : 2500m

Day 09- Trek to Thulosyabru.

The beginning of the trail gently descents to the Landslide which then goes steeply up to Thulosyabru. En route you could see red pandas, monkeys and various species of birds.

Thulosyabru is a wonderful village. From where you can enjoy the amazing land feature and the magnificent nature with splendid views of Ganesh Himal (7110 meters), Langtang Himal and its ranges. Overnight at guesthouse.

Duration : 5.30 hrs

Altitude : 2250m

Day 10- Trek to Singompa.

The trails from Thulosyabru to Foprang Danda (3200 meters) follows a steep ascent path passing through Dursagang (2660 meters) along with the views of Langtang Himal, Ganesh Himal, Tibetan Mountain, Hemlock and forests.

Now the path gently ascends for a while then it follows a flat level to Sing Gompa. There is a well managed local cheese factory and a Buddhist Monastery. Singgompa provides panoramic views, exhilarating nature and Yak Cheese factory.

The cheese manufactured here is considered the best in Nepal. Overnight at guesthouse.

Duration : 5 hrs

Altitude : 3250m

Day 11- Trek to Gosaikunda.

The first part of the trail emerges and we steadily climb up to Lauribina-yak and the top of Lauribina-yak gives you an exotic feeling. With a steep ascent all the way to Gosaikunda. You follow a rugged trail with dramatic views to the Manaslu range, Ganesh Himal range, Tibetan peaks and Langtang Lirung.

On a clear day, even the Annapurna range can be seen rising up behind and to the North also across the valley is Langtang Lirung. You pass a few huts in the high pasture of Laurebinayak, cross a small ridge and have your first views of the holy lake of Gosaikunda. There are about a dozen lakes in the Gosainkunda Basin the main three being Saraswatikunda, Bhairabkunda and Gosainkunda.

According to legend, Gosainkunda was created by Shiva when he pierced a glacier with his trident to obtain water to quench his thirst after having swallowed a poison that threatened to destroy the world. Overnight at guesthouse.

Duration : 5 hrs

Altitude : 4300m

Day 12- Cross over the Laurebina-yak pass then trek to Ghopte.

The trail leaves Gosaikunda and climbs through rugged country, past four small lakes to the Laurebina La (4610 meters), the highest point of this trek.

Keep looking back at the spectacular views of Manaslu and the mountains of the Ganesh Himal, as well as the now familiar Langtang Lirung. You then descend steeply to camp near Gopte. Overnight at guesthouse.

Duration : 5 hrs

Altitude : 4610m

Day 13- Trek to Tharepati.

You slide down through a forested area and climb through a dry river-bed to arrive at a Kharka that is surrounded by rhododendron forest.

You climb through the forest to arrive at the village of Tharepati. Tharepati village gives you a marvelous view of the Jugal area. Overnight at guesthouse.

Duration : 3 - 4 hrs

Altitude : 3690m

Day 14- Trek to Kutumsang.

After breakfast, we walk through the forest sometimes on the ridges of hills then descend to Magengoth, there was an Army camp before. Two lodges are still there.

The trail now is gently climbing to the hill then descend through the rhododendron and fir forest without settlements but a few shepherds’ huts. The trail still continues further down to Kutumsang. Overnight at guesthouse.

Duration : 4.30 hrs

Altitude : 2455m

Day 15- Trek to Chisapani.

From Kutumsang, the trail traverses through delightful classic hill village with a nice street, some shops where there are good mountains views the trail drops down to small hill ridge called Chipling (2170 m) where we stop for lunch.

From Chipling the trail continues down to Pati-bhanjyang then final steep climb to Chisapani (cold water). Overnight at guesthouse.

Duration : 5 hrs

Altitude : 2165m

Day 16- Trek to Sundarijal, then drive to Kathmandu.

The route goes forward through the forest of oak and rhododendron and brings you to Borlang Bhanjyang (2440 m).

After we trek down to Mulkharka (1800 m) from where you can see the spectacular view of Kathmandu Valley. Descending through the forest to Sundarijal. And we drive back to Kathmandu by bus / car.

In the evening we will have a farewell dinner in a traditional Nepalese restaurant with cultural performances.

Duration : 5 hrs

Day 17- Free day / Fly to home.

Today you can either stay back and enjoy a free day in Kathmandu or leave for your respective countries.

If you get interested to take some gifts from Nepal for friends and relatives, visit some nearby shops or go out in Thamel for typical Nepalese goods.

In the evening we will have a farewell dinner in a traditional Nepalese restaurant with cultural performances.

Our representatives will drop you off at the airport according to your flight schedule.

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Price Includes

  • Airport transfers pick-up and drop-off.
  • Three meals a day (breakfast, lunch, dinner) during the trek.
  • Tea/Coffee three times a day.
  • Fresh fruit every evening after the dinner.
  • All accommodations during the trek.
  • English speaking native Sherpa trek guide.
  • Porter to carry your luggage during the trek (1 porter for 2 trekkers).
  • All necessary paper works, Langtang National park entry permit.
  • Trekking information management system (TIMS) permit.
  • Transportation from and to Kathmandu by local bus (upgrade to private Jeep/car – USD 160 total).
  • English speaking, trained government license holder a Sherpa guide.
  • Accommodation / salary / food / drinks / insurance / equipment / medicine and transport for all staff.
  • Himalaya Discovery duffel bag.
  • Hiking pole for the trek, if needed.
  • All government taxes.
  • Trek map.
  • Farewell dinner at typical Nepali restaurant after the trip completion in Kathmandu.

Price Excludes

  • International airfares and Nepal visa.
  • Any personal medical or evacuation expenses incur.
  • International Travel insurance which included rescue.
  • Tips for staff (tipping is expected).
  • Any others expenses which are not mentioned on the ‘Price Includes’ section.

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