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    Langtang Gosaikunda Trek

    5.00/5 from 1 reviews

    At a Glance

    • Destination
      Nepal
    • Durations
      16 days
    • Trip Difficulty
      Easy to Moderate
    • Activities
      Trekking and Hiking
    • Accommodation
      Hotel/Guesthouse
    • Meals
      B.L.D
    • Mx.altitude
      5050m.
    • Group Size
      Min. 1 Pax
    • Best Time
      March - May & Sept - Dec

    Trip Overview

    Embark on an incredible adventure with our Langtang Gosaikunda Trek, offering a seamless blend of three stunning treks that allow you to fully immerse yourself in the breathtaking Langtang region.

    The Langtang Gosaikunda Trek is a remarkable journey that takes you through the captivating Langtang Valley, the serene Gosaikunda Lake, and the picturesque Helambu Valley. This unique combination of treks provides an unforgettable circular experience, allowing you to explore the very best of the Langtang region.

    Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the Langtang Valley, one of Nepal's most popular trekking destinations. Despite the impact of the 2015 earthquake, the valley has quickly recovered and preserved its scenic charm. As you traverse the trail, you'll be greeted by the awe-inspiring Himalayas and cascading waterfalls, creating a stunning backdrop for your journey. Keep your eyes open for the rare flora and fauna that thrive in the Langtang National Park, adding to the allure of this trek.

    Over the 16-day trip, you'll have ample opportunity to explore the highlights of the Langtang Valley. Visit the iconic Kyangin Gompa and challenge yourself with a climb to Chorkari Ri, where breathtaking views of the Langtang peaks await you. Capture these majestic vistas as lifelong memories.

    Continuing your trek, prepare to be enchanted by the pristine beauty of Gosaikunda Lake. This sacred site holds deep significance for both Buddhist and Hindu pilgrims, attracting devotees from far and wide. In August, during the auspicious Janai Purnima (full moon) festival, the area becomes a major pilgrimage site. Join the vibrant atmosphere and witness the spiritual devotion as pilgrims pay homage and seek blessings. Discover the hidden stories and ancient legends that surround this enchanting lake.

    The climax of your trek awaits as you ascend to the majestic Laurebinayak Yak pass (4610m) and reach the outpost of Ghopte. From this vantage point, prepare to be awestruck by the panoramic views of the towering Manaslu and Ganesh Himal. Don't miss the chance to catch a glimpse of the magnificent Langtang Lirung, a sight that will leave you in awe of nature's grandeur.

    The Langtang Gosaikunda Trek is an extraordinary journey that combines dramatic landscapes, tranquil surroundings, and spiritual experiences. This remarkable adventure promises an unforgettable experience for all trekkers seeking to immerse themselves in the wonders of the Langtang region.

    Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey and create cherished memories as you trek through the Langtang Gosaikunda region.

    Alternative Treks

    Did this journey feel too long? It’s all right! Let’s take a look at the alternative treks. 

    The first option is the Langtang Valley Trek. It is a 10-Day beautiful journey that excludes the visit to Gosaikunda Lake. The trek lets you explore the valley in more depth and peacefully.

    Secondly, we have Tamang Heritage Trek. It is a 14-Day culturally rich trek that allows you to indulge in the cultures and traditions of the Tamangs. You can opt for this trek if you want to embark on a culturally focused trek.

    Moreover, you can also look into the Helambu Trek. The 9-Day journey will take you away from the tourist trail and will help you connect with nature in peace. It is a lesser-known route in the Langtang region that will take you to an authentic cultural experience. 

    All of our trekking packages are excellent and offer different experiences. Regardless of whichever package you choose, we will make sure your visit to Nepal will be the best holiday of your life. 

    Itinerary

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    Cost Includes

    • Airport Pickup and drop off by private car.
    • Two nights’ accommodation with breakfast at a 3-star category hotel in Kathmandu
    • Transfer from Kathmandu to Sybrubensi by bus and Melamchi to Kathmandu by private car.
    • Three daily meals with tea/coffee (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trek
    • Best available twin-sharing lodge for accommodation during the trek
    • Snacks of seasonal fruits during the trek
    • One highly experienced, helpful, and friendly guide. Porters (1 porter for 2 people) and their food, accommodation, salary, and equipment.  Accident insurance for all staff
    • Down jacket and sleeping bag use while trekking
    • Duffle bag for trekking
    • Nepal Hiking Team T-shirt, trekking map, and trip achievement certificate
    • First aid medicine kit
    • Langtang National Park Permit fee
    • Government taxes & office service charge

    Cost Excludes

    • Meals not specified in the 'Meal Inclusions' in the above itinerary
    • Personal Travel insurance
    • International airfare
    • Nepal entry visa. You can obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu. A multiple-entry tourist visa good for 30 days can be obtained by paying US $ 40 or the equivalent in foreign currency. Similarly, multiple-entry tourist visas for 90 days can be obtained by paying US $ 100. Please bring 2 passport-size photos.
    • Soft drinks, including water
    • Private Jeep from Kathmandu to Sybrubensi, which costs USD 150 extra.
    • Snacks and other personal expenses
    • Hot showers during the trek
    • Personal trekking equipment
    • Tips and gratuities for trekking staff and drivers

    Cost and Date

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      Travellers‘ reviews

      Review (s) Summary

      5.001 ratings

      • AMAZING EXPERIENCE- 14-Day Langtang Gosaikunda Trek

        Our family of three booked the Langtang Valley Gosaikunda 14-day trek and it was a huge success. Ganga was so communicative and made us feel that the Nepal Hiking Team had us fully supported to venture out into the mountains of Nepal. It was great to meet Ganga and our wonderful guide, Arjun, the day prior to departing to discuss the itinerary so we were all on the same page.

        During the trek, our guide, Arjun, and our porters, Bashu and Kessab, made sure our safety and well-being were taken care of at all times. In addition, they formed a sweet relationship with our 9-year-old son and taught him a card game that was played at almost every meal and rest stop along the way. Our son loved every moment of the experience. We booked out trek in the “off-season” (June), and the timing could not have been better! The trek starts in the jungle paralleling the powerful Langtang River under a canopy of dense trees filled with birds and monkeys.

        The hikes were challenging but rewarding with frequent stops at teahouses for drinks and snacks. As the trek progressed, we gained elevation and entered into the mountains with fantastic views, cooler temps, wild flowers, and quaint villages in the upper sections of the valley. The days followed a wonderful rhythm of waking early and getting started so we could trek in the clear, morning sky before the afternoon clouds came in. The evenings were cool and rainy while we enjoyed cards and tea in the teahouses without crowds.

        In addition to the Langtang Valley, we followed NHT’s recommendation to add on the Gosaikunda and Helambu trek which linked the incredible lakes and pass of Gosaikunda to a very different region in Helambu off the popular tourist circuits which took us through remote farming communities of beautiful gardens and homes decorated with flowers.

        Our guide, Arjun, was highly knowledgeable of the flora, fauna, and cultural elements along the way and kept the days engaging with information and historical context to the areas we trekked. He was a fantastic guide, and we are so appreciative of the all the Nepal Hiking Team services.

        We 100% recommend them for your next guided trek and/or tour, and highly recommend the Langtang Gosaikunda 14-day trek.

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        Mr. Alexis
        US   |   22nd Jun 2023
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      Langtang Gosaikunda Trek - Itinerary

      Day01  Arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport (KTM) Kathmandu

      You will meet our office staff at the airport; he will be holding a placard of the "Nepal Hiking Team" so that you can recognize him. He will help you in transferring to the trip Hotel. At the Hotel, we will conduct a small meeting to explain to you about the trek. Afterward, there is no scheduled activity, so you may take a rest or stroll around the markets of Thamel.

      Enjoy your stay at the Hotel!

      Day02  Kathmandu to Syabru Bensi (1,462m/4,795ft) Duration: 7/8 hours

      We will drive to Syabru Bensi by bus. The drive is about seven hours and is a scenic drive. You travel north of Kathmandu, past Dhunche, through scenic foothills and ridgeline vistas to Syabru Besi. When driving along the Trisuli River's bank, you can see Ganesh Himal, terraces, deep valleys, and green hills.

      Overnight Stay at Guesthouse | Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner included.

      Day03  Syabru Bensi to Lama Hotel (2,500m/8,200ft) Duration: 5 hour

      The first section of the trail today passes through Bhote Koshi and parallels the Langtang Khola. The route gradually ascends to Bamboo when going through the Landslide field. Following that, your trek ascends gently to Ramche (2400 meters) through Bamboo (1960 meters), located on the Langtang Khola bank.

      Overnight Stay at Guesthouse | Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner included.

      Day04  Lama Hotel to Mundu (3,550m/11,645ft) Duration: 5-6 hours

      The trek route follows Gumanechok, Ghoda Tabela, which translates to "Horse Stable." After that, our path heads to Mundu, which is a small settlement about 30 minutes from Langtang village.

      Overnight Stay at Guesthouse | Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner included.

      Day05  Mundu to Kyanjing Gompa (3,798m/12,495ft) Duration: 3-4 Hours

      Later after breakfast, we will trek to Sindum and afterward advance towards Yamphu. We will cross few suspension bridges over the Laja Khola River. We traverse along the river bank and trek up to Kyanjin Gompa. We can see a large amount of ice coursing through the Langtang Lirung from here. We will be surrounded by mountains on our way to Kyanjin Gompa, making our trek worthwhile.

      Overnight Stay at the Guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

      Day06  Kyangjuma Gompa Exploration and climb Chorkari RI (5,050m/16,564ft) Duration: 7 hours

      It is an acclimatization day. So take a rest and explore the nearby areas. There are several attractions to visit in the village. You can excurse through the cheese factory or hike through the moraine trail to see spectacular icefalls and ascend at Chorkari Ri (5050 meters). Chorakari Ri is the trek's highest point and takes you directly behind the village for a picturesque view of the Langtang peak.

      Overnight Stay at Guesthouse | Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner included.

      Day07  Kyanjin Gompa- Lama Hotel (2,500m/8,200ft) Duration: 5-6 hours

      We descend to Lama Hotel and see amazing views of towering mountains on the way.

      Overnight Stay at Guesthouse | Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner included.

      Day08  Lama Hotel - Thulo Syabru (2,235m/ 7,330ft) Duration: 5-6 hours

      The first trail descends to the canal, then crosses it and ascends to Thulo Syabru. Breathtaking views of Langtang Himal and its surrounding peaks accompany you. You will walk across pine and juniper forests to Thulo Syabru, which is the final destination today.

      Overnight Stay at Guesthouse | Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner included.

      Day09  Thulo Syabru- Shin Gompa (3,330m/10,925ft) Duration: 3-5 hours

      You follow the wide path up to Dimsa village, then continue less steeply through rhododendron, hemlock, and oak woods to Shin Gumba. You can see picturesque views of Langtang Himal and Langtang valley on your way to your trek. Shin Gompa is another popular Cheese destination in this journey.

      Overnight Stay at Guesthouse | Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner included.

      Day10  Shin Gompa to Gosaikunda (4,300m/14,104ft) Duration: 5-6 hours

      The first segment of the trail appears, and we slowly ascend up to Laurebinayak, where the peak gives you an exotic feeling. All the way to Gosaikunda, there is a steep ascent. You trek along a rocky path with stunning views of the Ganesh Himal range, Manaslu range, Langtang Lirung, and Tibetan peaks. You will see the Annapurna range going up behind and to the north on a clear day. Langtang Lirung is also visible across the valley. You pass a few huts in Laurebinayak's high pasture, cross a narrow hill, and get your first glimpses of the holy lake of Gosaikunda.

      The Gosainkunda Basin contains many reservoirs, the most notable of Saraswatikunda, Gosainkunda, and Bhairab Kunda. According to legend, Shiva created Gosainkunda by piercing a glacier with his trident to procure water to quench his thirst after consuming a toxin that threatened to kill the earth. Explore the lake from all sides. And if you are feeling edgy, do take a dive too for a refreshing memory of the trek.

      Overnight Stay at Guesthouse | Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner included.

      Day11  Gosaikunda to Ghopte (3,430m/11,250ft) via Laurebinayak Yak pass (4,610m/15,120ft) Duration: 6 hours

      The path starts in Gosaikunda and climbs through rugged terrain, past four small lakes, to the Laurebinayak La (4610 meters), the trek's highest point. Continue to stare back at the stunning views of Manaslu and the Ganesh Himal, as well as the now-familiar Langtang Lirung. You then make a steep descent to camp near Ghopte.

      Overnight Stay at Guesthouse | Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner included.

      Day12  Ghopte to Malemchigaon (2,560m/8,399ft) Duration: 6-7 hours

      You descend through the trees and ascend through a dry riverbed to enter a Kharka surrounded by rhododendron forest. Walking through dense woods, we make our way to Tharepati village. Climbing the ridge directly above the town provides a breathtaking view of the Jugal plain. We cross the village and a jungle before descending to the Melamchi River and ascending again.

      Overnight Stay at Guesthouse | Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner included.

      Day13  Malemchigaon to Tarkeghyang (2,590m/8,495ft) Duration: 5-7 hours

      On the day you reach Helambu Region, walk up to Tarkeghyang, where you can enjoy Sherpa culture with traditional villages and monasteries. The stone houses are close together, separated by narrow alleyways.

      Overnight Stay at Guesthouse | Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner included.

      Day14  Tarkeghyang to Shermathang (2,610m/8,560ft) Duration: 3-4 hours

      You can pass through a small forest with a lovely view of the Helambu region's settlement. The path winds through the big valley end between Parachin and the picturesque Sherpa village of Gangyul. The residents of this village follow Drukpa Kagyu Buddhism, which is also Bhutan's national religion.

      Overnight Stay at Guesthouse | Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner included.

      Day15  Shermathang- Melamchi - Pul Bazaar –Kathmandu: 3-4 hour’s hike and 2 hours’ drive

      Short walk down to Melamchi Pul Bazaar with many Sherpa villages and catch transport to Katmandu. Congratulations on the completion of your trek.

      Overnight stay at Hotel in Kathmandu. Breakfast and Lunch included.

      Day16  Farewell/Tour Ends

      Nepal Hiking Team representative will drive you to the airport approximately 3 hours before your scheduled flight. Breakfast Included.

      What's Included

      • Airport Pickup and drop off by private car.
      • Two nights’ accommodation with breakfast at a 3-star category hotel in Kathmandu
      • Transfer from Kathmandu to Sybrubensi by bus and Melamchi to Kathmandu by private car.
      • Three daily meals with tea/coffee (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trek
      • Best available twin-sharing lodge for accommodation during the trek
      • Snacks of seasonal fruits during the trek
      • One highly experienced, helpful, and friendly guide. Porters (1 porter for 2 people) and their food, accommodation, salary, and equipment.  Accident insurance for all staff
      • Down jacket and sleeping bag use while trekking
      • Duffle bag for trekking
      • Nepal Hiking Team T-shirt, trekking map, and trip achievement certificate
      • First aid medicine kit
      • Langtang National Park Permit fee
      • Government taxes & office service charge

      What's not Included

      • Meals not specified in the 'Meal Inclusions' in the above itinerary
      • Personal Travel insurance
      • International airfare
      • Nepal entry visa. You can obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu. A multiple-entry tourist visa good for 30 days can be obtained by paying US $ 40 or the equivalent in foreign currency. Similarly, multiple-entry tourist visas for 90 days can be obtained by paying US $ 100. Please bring 2 passport-size photos.
      • Soft drinks, including water
      • Private Jeep from Kathmandu to Sybrubensi, which costs USD 150 extra.
      • Snacks and other personal expenses
      • Hot showers during the trek
      • Personal trekking equipment
      • Tips and gratuities for trekking staff and drivers