Langtang Gosaikunda Trekking

Gosainkunda trekking is an eminent trekking route in the Langtang region. It takes you through the charming and remote Langtang valley, to the Hindu's holy lake at Gosainkunda, and to the Sherpa villages of the Helambu. It offers trekkers and adventurers to follow in Bill Tillman's wake and re-live the Himalayan passes, pristine valleys and diverse ethno- cultures he found in 1949. Though easily accessible from Kathmandu, it remains relatively unspoiled and less developed. Several great days of pleasant trekking through dense forest and traditional ethnic settlements takes you to the holy Gosaikunda Lake and the alpine yak pasture of Kyangin Gompa, while the mountain views are authentically inspiring. Over the years this area has become one of the most sacred pilgrimage sites for Shamans (traditional witch doctors) as well as many Hindu and Buddhist devotees. A cross over the Laurabinayak pass at an altitude of 4620m has views into Tibet which are simply breathtaking. Here there are places that have cheese factories produced from the milk of the yak female in the months of August and September. You can visit these factories and you can taste the cheese. These places are in Langtang village, Kyanjin Gompa and Sing Gompa.

The trek starts at Dhunche / Syabru Bensi, about eight hours drive form Kathmandu. We will pass rice fields, trek through rhododendron and pine forests abound with plenty of birds and in a short time, come to alpine pastures and view snow-peaked mountains. After trekking through Langtang valley we then trek to Singh Gompa (one of the biggest monasteries in the region) and then ascend to the holy Gosainkunda Lake with an excursion around the lake. Next morning cross over Laurabinayak La and trek to Helambu valley offering amazing Himalayan views including Gaurishanker, Dorje Lakpa and Rolwaling. The Helambu valley offers Tibetan Sherpa culture, lush valleys and much more. Finally the trek ends at Sundarijal and Melamchi Pul bazaar where we take the bus or private vehicle back to Kathmandu.

Syabru Besi - Kyanjin Goppa - Gosainkunda - Chisopani - Sundarijal - 18 days

Fact of Trek
Trek: Langtang Gosaikunda
Trek start: Syabru Bensi
Trek duration: 17 days
Grade: Moderate to Strenuous
Max: Height: (4620m)
Minimum group size: One pax
Culture: Tibetan Sherpa Culture

Itinerary

Day 01: Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu and a representative of Nepal Adventure Guide will welcome and transfer you to your selected hotel by private vehicle.

Day 02: Sightseeing in Kathmandu valley by private vehicle with an expert tour guide.

1. Kathmandu Durbar Square
2. Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple)
3. Boudhanath Stupa (Large white Buddhist Stupa)
4. Pashupatinath (Hindu Temple)
5. Patan Durbar Square (Ancient city)
6. Bhaktapur Durbar Square (55-window palace)

Day 03: Kathmandu to Syabru Besi (1470m) by bus (8-9 hrs) stay overnight at lodge.

Day 04: Trek to Lama Hotel (2805m) walking (7 hrs) stay overnight at lodge.

Day 05: Trek to Langtang village (3540m) walking (6-7 hrs) stay overnight at lodge.

Day 06:  Trek to Kyanjin Gompa (3840m) walking (5 hrs) stay overnight at lodge.

Day 07: There are 3 options for an excursion day to climb up and explore the following peaks. Kyangin Ri (4770m), Tserko Ri (4980m) and Yala Peak (5500m) walking (4 hrs). We then go back to Kyanjin Gompa and stay overnight at the same lodge.

Day 08: Trek to Lama Hotel (2805m) walking (7 hrs) stay overnight at lodge.

Day 09: Trek to Syabru village (2200m) walking (7 hrs) stay overnight at lodge.

Day 10: Trek to Cholangpati (3585m) walking (7 hrs) stay overnight at lodge.

Day 11: Trek to Gosainkunda Lake (4360m) walking (6 hrs) stay overnight at lodge.

Day 12: Trek to Tharepati (3500m) we have to cross over the pass of Laurabinayak La (4620m) walking (8 hrs) stay overnight at lodge.

Day 13: Trek to Kutumsang (2500m) walking (7 hrs) stay overnight at lodge.

Day 14: Trek to Chiso Pani (2100m) walking (7 hrs) stay overnight at lodge.

Day 15: Trek to Sundarijal (1370m) walking (4 hrs) back to Kathmandu by vehicle taking an hour and stay at hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 16: Souvenir and sightseeing in Kathmandu.

Day 17: A representative of Nepal Adventure Guide will drop you off at Tribhuvan International Airport by private vehicle.

Price Includes:

• Airport pick-up and drop off by private vehicle.
• Four nights in your selected Kathmandu hotel with breakfast.
• A full day’s sightseeing in Kathmandu by private vehicle.
• All meals during the trek (lunch, dinner, breakfast and tea or coffee).
• Accommodation in lodges or guest houses.
• One English speaking government trained license holder and well informed trekking guide.
• One porter for two people to carry luggage.
• All expenses for guide and porters - meals, accommodation, salary, equipment, insurance, transportation (bus/flights) etc.
• First Aid kit bag.
• Government and local area taxes where applicable.
• TIMS card fees (Trekking Information Management System).
• Transportation at the beginning and end of trek by private vehicle from Kathmandu to Syabru Besi and Sundarijal to Kathmandu.
• Langtang National Park entrance fees (See the ‘Trekking Permits’ link under ‘Trekking Info’ for current fees)

Price Excludes:

• Nepalese entry visa fee. (See the ‘Visa Information’ link under ‘Trekking Info’ for current fees)
• Travel insurance.
• Soft and alcoholic drinks (mineral water, hot water, coke, fanta, beer, spirits, etc).
• Snacks (Chocolate, biscuits etc).
• Hot water, hot shower, heater charge, battery charge, phone calls and laundry service.
• Donation, tips and personal expenses.
• Emergency evacuation and medical equipment.
• Hire equipment and other personal items (sleeping bag, down jacket, hiking boots camera, toilet rolls etc).
• In case of natural calamities i.e. political unrest, cancellation of flight due to weather, landslides, etc, the extra charge will be borne by themselves.
• Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.

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