Langtang Gosaikunda Trek

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Langtang Gosaikunda Trek
Gosainkunda Lake 4380m
Lantang Gosainkunda Trek -New Zealand's group
us$603 per pax
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number of pax
1
$895 x 1 = $895
total $895
difficulty
Moderate
altitude
4,610m
group size
1-10
meals
B+L+D
accomodation
Lodges
season
Sep-Nov/March-May

trip overview

The Langtang Gosaikunda Trek combines travel to the Helambu circuit hiking zone, Gosainkunda Lake, and the Langtang Valley. This walk provides wild origin, grassy down, snow-capped summits, mountain streams, and pine woods. Buddhist temples, a cheese factory, yaks, glaciers, and highland lakes are just a few wonders.

The red panda and other wild species may be found at Langtang National Park. The Gosaikunda Trek is one of the most well-liked treks in Nepal throughout the fall. Syabrubesi, a Tamang settlement on the banks of the Bhote Koshi River, serves as our starting point for the hike. Up to the Lama Hotel, where we will spend the night, the walk will follow the Langtang River.

The next day, we’ll hike from Lama Hotel to Langtang Village, a sizable Tamang community. Kyangin Gompa is where we travel from Langtang Villages.

To adjust to the altitude, we will take a day off in Kyangin Gompa. You can choose to go to the yak cheese factory, Tserko Ri Viewpoint. Similarly, the Kyangin Gompa monastery while adjusting to the altitude.

The Langtang Gosainkunda hike is thrilling even without Gosainkunda or the other eighteen Kundas. Trekking through Gosainkunda gives the chance to witness a typical Tamang or Sherpa community. Because it is a rare opportunity to learn about the Tamang way of life in this region.

A fantastic option is the Langtang Gosaikunda Trek. It connects the holy lake of Gosaikunda and the Sherpa meadows of Helambu. Along, with the wooded lowlands, alpine pastures, and yak herds of Kyanjin Gompa in Langtang Valley.

Similarly, These elements affect how challenging or easy the walk will be. One of the most well-known religious tourism spots in the nation is an alpine freshwater Oligotrophic holy lake that is located in Langtang National Park. Thousands of pilgrims visit the lake every year, but Janai Purnima draws a particularly large population.

Moreover, The Gosaikunda path, which departs from the trailhead and rises slowly over terraced farms to the highlands, provides a breathtaking view of distant peaks like Manaslu (8163m) and the Tibetan plateau to the north. The trek continues on to Gosaikunda and the holy lake of Gosaikunda, a tranquil mountain valley that enhances the alluring view of the distant Himalayan peaks even more. Hindus go in large numbers to the area in August during Janai Purnima to pay respects.

This walk offers the opportunity to see deep gorges, mountainous terrain, pine woods, yak pastures, and an understanding of Buddhist religious traditions. Along with, enigmatic monasteries, charming communities, hillside terraces, tranquil valleys, and stunning glaciers flowing from high mountains.

Also, The trial also brings us to the holy Gosainkunda. It is an alpine freshwater lake that lies at a great altitude in the Rasuwa mountains (4,380m/14,620ft).

A Langtang circuit trip is the same as the Langtang Gosainkunda trek. The Lauribina La 4610mtrs pass and the Gosainkunda Lake are on this journey. It leads to the Helambu trek region and Kathmandu.

itinerary

Day00

Arrival in Nepal Airport 1350m/30 Min.

We pick you up from Tribhuvan International Airport and drop you at the hotel where you had booked. After resting for some hours we come there to brief about our program.

Walking / Driving: Driving

Day01

Kathmandu to Syabru Bensi 1530M/7-8 hours.

Today we start for Langtang Gosainkung Trek drive on a northern highway from Kathmandu to Syabru Bensi via Dunche Bazaar. The journey will take 7-8 hours through Trishuli Bazaar, local villages, landscapes, mountains, and crop fields along the way. On the way to Syabru Bensi, we can view of Ganesh Himal Range, Manaslu, and the peaks of the Langtang Range. This first day will be in a beautiful Tamang village near the Bhote Koshi River. Overnight at lodge.

Itinerary Meal: B+L+D
Accommodation: Lodges
Walking / Driving: Driving

Day02

Syabru Bensi to Lama Hotel 2410M/5-6 hours.

Our walk starts today after breakfast, the trail ascends for around two hours through the forest followed by a climb of about an hour to reach Bamboo Village at 1850mtrs which is a good spot for lunch. This forest trail is nice to walk for trekkers and follow upstream and can be seen birds and wild animals around the bushes. Beehives hanging on a cliff are another attraction for visitors. After lunch, we again climbed up through the bamboo forest to reach the Lama Hotel overnight at the lodge.

Itinerary Meal: B+L+D
Accommodation: Lodges
Walking / Driving: Walking

Day03

Lama Hotel to Langtang Village 3430M/5-6 hours.

The trek continues ascending to Langtang village 3430mtrs. We have a pleasant walk and follow the trail through rhododendrons and pine forests for around three hours to reach Ghora Tabela where we break for lunch. The surrounding area is a dense wild habitat and many small babblers with a lot of herbals can be found here as well as a fine view of Langtang Lirung 7727mtrs and Checkpoint of Langtang National Park Permit. After lunch follow Langtang Khola and walk another three hours on the scenic trail takes us to Langtang village overnight at the lodge.

Itinerary Meal: B+L+D
Accommodation: Lodges
Walking / Driving: Walking

Day04

Langtang to Kyangjin Gompa 3830M/3-4 hours.

It is our turn to trek from Langtang Village to Kyangjin Gompa 3870mtrs. It takes about three to four hours to reach there which means you will be there at lunch hours. Our trail climbs gradually through small villages and yak pastures as the valley opens further and the views become more extensive. Kyangjin Gompa is reached after crossing several small streams and moraines. In the evening time, we can visit the cheese factory at Kyangjin Gompa. We would enjoy the panoramic view of Dorje Larpa 6990mtrs, Langtang Ri 6370mtrs, Langtang Lirung 7245mtrs, and many more, overnight at the lodge.

Itinerary Meal: B+L+D
Accommodation: Lodges
Walking / Driving: Walking

Day05

Explore Day in Kyangjin Gompa.

This is a day of rest as well as somewhere to hike due to the last destination of this route. You can explore the day hike of the local area of this region like Kyangjin Ri 4773 Mtrs, Cherku-Ri 5150 Mtrs, glacier walk, or Langshisha Kharka 4285 mtrs depending on your fitness and interest and which lies up the valley from Khyangjin. Upper Valley is ringed by spectacular snow peaks including the fluted peak Langtang Lirung and the Tibetan named Dorje Lakpa and overnight at Kyangjin Lodge.

Itinerary Meal: B+L+D
Accommodation: Lodges
Walking / Driving: Walking

Day06

Kyangjin Gompa to Lama Hotel 2410M/5-6 hours.

The day back down when we went way up and after breakfast, Kyangjin Gompa 3830mtrs to Lama Hotel. We have an easy downhill following Langtang Khola, a pleasant walk through the rhododendron forest to Ghora Tabela. After lunch trek down to the Lama Hotel 2410mtrs overnight at lodge.

Itinerary Meal: B+L+D
Accommodation: Lodges
Walking / Driving: Walking

Day07

Lama Hotel to Thulo Syabru 2210M/5-6 hours.

After breakfast, our trail leads again through bamboo & rhododendron forests where we can see the local wild boar, monkey, and other animals and birds on the route to Thulo Syabru only for lucky trekkers. En route, we have a marvelous and close-up view of Ganesh Himal. Firstly, easy downhill follows the river bank but the last part is steeply uphill for a couple of hours to get to the village at Thulo Syabru.

Itinerary Meal: B+L+D
Accommodation: Lodges
Walking / Driving: Walking

Day08

Thulo Syabru to Sing Gompa 3330M/4-5 hours.

On day ten, we walked around 4-5 hours through a dense forest of pine and rhododendrons to reach Sing Gompa (Chandan Bari) which is our overnight spot. The trail from here is mostly uphill with typically Himalayan terrain Thulo Syabru goes to Foprang Danda 3200mtrs passing through Dursagang 2660mtrs and the last few hours remaining forested with open areas giving excellent views of Langtang Himal, Ganesh Himal, Tibetan Mountain and forests of Oak, Hemlock, and Firs. When I arrived at the hotel refreshed and enjoyed visiting the local cheese factory as well as terrain forested landscape.

Itinerary Meal: B+L+D
Accommodation: Lodges
Walking / Driving: Walking

Day09

Sing Gompa to Lauribinayak 3910M/3-4 hours.

The walk climbs steeply with fine mountain views then heads for a beautiful walk-through oak tree and a better view of the mountains. We walk three to four hours today to make sure to our destination Lauribinayak Pass 4610mtrs for altitude mountains sickness and good mountain view with a sunrise from Lauribinayak. You can view Langtang Lirung 7727mtrs, Ganesh Himal Range, Paldor Peak 5903mtrs, Dhoreje Lakpa 6966mtrs, Manaslu 8163mtrs, Annapurna range in distance and panoramic view of the whole area in the early morning and overnight at lodge.

Itinerary Meal: B+L+D
Accommodation: Lodges
Walking / Driving: Walking

Day10

Lauribinayak to Gosainkunda 4380M/3-4 hours.

The trail drops to Saraswati Kunda at 4165mtrs, the first of the Gosainkunda Kunda Lakes. The second lake is Bhairav Kunda and many others around the same place. According to the myth, the Gosainkunda was created by the Hindu god Shiva when he pierced a glacier with his trident to obtain water to quench his thirst after having swallowed poison. So, the Gosainkunda is believed as a holy lake, and every year during August there will be a Fool Moon (Janae Purnima) festival overnight at the lodge.

Itinerary Meal: B+L+D
Accommodation: Lodges
Walking / Driving: Walking

Day11

Gosainkunda to Ghopte 3530 M/5-6 hours.

The trail climbs the Gosainkund Lake to the four lakes near the Lauribina La 4610mtrs. It then drops down again to Gopte. You will have a charming view of the Annapurna range; Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Langtang Ri, Langtang Lirung, and Dhorje Lakpa then walk down to Phedi 3630mtrs for hot lunch. Walking through the zigzag trail for an hour you will reach Ghopte overnight at the lodge.

Itinerary Meal: B+L+D
Accommodation: Lodges
Walking / Driving: Walking

Day12

Ghopte to Kutumsang 2470M/5-6 hours.

The day continues up and down through the forest walking on a ridge of a hill. You can have a good view of Helambu and Tadhi Valley and cross a Thadrepati Pass 3690mtrs the trails continue via the dense forest to Magne Goth from where the view of Langtang range and the Gosaikund peak is dramatic and finally reach Kutumsang 2470M. Overnight at lodge.

Itinerary Meal: B+L+D
Accommodation: Lodges
Walking / Driving: Walking

Day13

Kutumsang to Chisapani 2215M/5-6 hours.

The trail follows in Helambu Region, the trek continues downhill to Gul Bhanjyang 2130mtrs as well as Pati Bhanjyang 1830mtrs crossing through an ethnic group of Sherpa and Tamang people of their culture and old villages. After the Pati Bhanjyang trail leads up to Chisapani 2215mtrs, from where the awesome view of Langtang Range, Ganesh Himal Range to Annapurna Range, overnight at the lodge.

Itinerary Meal: B+L+D
Accommodation: Lodges
Walking / Driving: Walking

Day14

Chisapani-Sundarijal to Kathmandu 1350M/3-4 hours.

After breakfast trek up to Borlang Bhanjya 2430mtrs and all the down through Tamang village with dense forest, land field, and Shivapuri National Park Exit area in Army Camp then down to Sundarijal. Then from here, we can catch a private car or local bus as you desire and back to Kathmandu to own your booked hotel as well as own your expenses. The rest of the time you can go to the shop to buy some gifts and souvenirs for your family and friends.

Itinerary Meal: B+L+D
Accommodation: Lodges
Walking / Driving: Walking

what's included

  • International airport picks up and drops service.
  • Bus ticket to Syabru Bensi local bus.
  • Local bus back to Kathmandu.
  • Drop at the Hotel in Kathmandu.
  • Three meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner along the trek).
  • Lodge accommodation on the way.
  • An Experience Guide (including his salary, equipment, insurance, lodging, and food)
  • Equipment; Down Jacket, Sleeping Bag.
  • A legal document (National Park Trekking Permit, Trekking Information Management System (TIMS).
  • Token of love from the company.
  • 13% Gov VAT.
  • Some dry and seasonal fruits.
  • Farewell dinner or lunch is a suitable time.

what's excluded

  • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu.
  • Travel insurance.
  • Cold drinks such as; Coke, Mineral Water, Beer, etc.
  • Personal expenses (laundry, bar bill, telephone, extra helper, battery charge shower, and boiled water).
  • Tips are expected.

Fixed Departure

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19 Mar, 2025 - 1 Apr, 2025 $603 Enquire Now
2 Apr, 2025 - 15 Apr, 2025 $603 Enquire Now

review

Jane Roberts Jane RobertsNew Zealand 5

Trekking Langtang Gosainkunda in 2023

We have done five treks in Nepal, all with Himalaya Guide Nepal Pvt. Ltd.

The hike was fantastic with the breathtaking landscape, but it was made much more memorable by our great porter, Basing, and guide, Kumar. The hike was more difficult than we had anticipated, with several days of constant climbing (particularly in the first few days), and we seemed to be moving a little more slowly now that we are in our late 60s. Even so, we laughed a lot, had a great day, and were in complete amazement at the breathtaking sights. I am at a loss for words to convey my appreciation to Basing and Kumar.

Kumar is a young man with a lot of skill in addition to being an experienced guide, he is polite, considerate, and considerate (if you get the chance, make sure he plays the guitar and sings—you’ll be quite impressed). We had complete trust in him; thus our trek was stress-free because we knew that all of our concerns would be met. Regarding Basing, despite his enormous burden, he never lacked a smile or a helpful hand. It goes without saying that for any hiking in Nepal, I heartily suggest Himalaya Guide Nepal Pvt. Ltd.

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