Highlights
You will observe the Holy site of lake Gosainkunda and numerous other small lakes beside. You will visit the ancient Kyanjin Gompa and Shin Gompa to get acquainted with the Tibetan-Buddhism, Witness dazzling views of the Langtang and Ganesh Himal ranges.
Langtang -Gosaikunda Trek
GRADE Easy
TRIP DURATION 17 Days
BEST SEASON March to May & Sep. to Dec.
Maximum Altitude 4984 Meters
The Trek
Near the bustling settlement of Kathmandu, lies the isolated region of Langtang, which garners attention from the outside world for being the best hub to experience untainted wilderness. Embark on a milestone journey to traverse the grandiose peaks of the Langtang mountain range, and see the absurd beauty of the revered Gosainkunda Lake, whose tranquil waters will definitely pierce your soul into an awakening.
The Langtang Gosainkunda Trek takes place in the astonishing Langtang National Park, which sits north of the Kathmandu valley. It covers an area of 1710 km2 and is deeply spread on the districts of Nuwakot, Rasuwa, and Sindhupalchowk. The trek explores the prevailing Tibetan Buddhism influenced the lifestyle of the people of Thadepati, Gul Bhanjyang, and Cholangpati. The residents in these parts are mostly Tamang, Brahmin, and Chhetri communities. Their culture is greatly depicted in their lifestyle. The trek commences at the lowest elevation point of Kathmandu, which is 1300m, and then the trek rises, to it’s highest elevation at 4984m – TserkoRi. On average, you have to walk for at least 7 hours a day, and the trail is relatively easy at first, but does become more difficult later – becoming steeps, slippery, and rugged. As the elevation increases, the vegetation disappears and changes to a snow environment. Spring and autumn are the best times to explore these parts and as it is very cold here, warm clothing is mandatory.
The Langtang Gosainkunda trek is in itself an enigma, but if you want to explore further, you can take the Langtang Helambu Trek or the Langtang Valley Trek. If culture and traditions are your interest, then take the Tamang Heritage trek to satiate your thirst for adventure.
Accommodation:
You will arrive in Kathmandu where you will be greeted and 3* hotel accommodation will be provided. On the trek, the accommodation will Lodges or what is known as a teahouse (Mountain hut). All accommodation is on a twin-shared basis. A single supplement will be served on request and at an additional cost. Lodges in most places only have shared washing and toilet facilities. Also, please note that single rooms are readily available in Kathmandu and the trekking regions at lower elevations but it might be difficult to find them at higher elevations. Regarding the budget, the hotel accommodation can be upgraded and downgraded in Kathmandu.
Food:
On your trek, you will experience authentic Nepalese cuisine as well as more common international food (Tibetan, Continental, Italian, Indian, etc.) Breakfast and dinner will be served in the Lodge where we spend the night and lunch will be served on the way to the next destination. All meals will be provided while trekking while only breakfast in Kathmandu.
Electricity facilities in trekking lodge:
Some villages will have hydropower lines but most commonly there will be a solar power system. There are likely to be battery charging facilities in most of the Lodges but for these facilities, there may be a separate charge (a cost of about 1USD for 1hour of charge).
Outline itinerary:
Day 01: Kathmandu Arrival (1300m).
Upon arriving at the Tribhuvan International Airport, a Hike and Bike representative will welcome you. Following your arrival, the rep. will transfer you to a hotel in Kathmandu. For the rest of the day, you can roam around the streets nearby to the hotel. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 02: Drive from Kathmandu to Sybrubensi (1503m).
We leave Kathmandu in the morning and head towards the gateway of the Langtang region, Sybrubensi. The drive is pretty lengthy and, at times,can be very scary. We can catch a clear picture of the frosty mountains like Annapurna, Manaslu, and Ganesh Himal ranges en route Sybrubensi. At Sybrubensi, we make final preparations for the trek. Overnight stay at Sybrubensi.
Day 03: Sybrubensi to Lama Hotel (2410m) via Sherpa Gaon.
The trail for the day takes us along the banks of the Langtang Khola. As we walk along the oak and rhododendron forests, we are warmly greeted by awesome scenery of the Langtang mountain range and the nearby area. We ascend on a steep trail and arrive at Lama Hotel passing Sherpa Gaon on the way. Overnight stay at Lama Hotel.
Day 04: Lama Hotel to Langtang Valley (3430m).
We continue our ascent from the Lama hotel and, on the way, observe amorous views of the mountain peaks and rushing waterfalls. We take a quick stop at the green fields of Ghodatabela. The trail leads us to the beautiful Langtang valley. On the way, we visit a Buddhist monastery and, later, arrive at the Langtang village. Overnight stay at Langtang village.
Day 05: Langtang to KyanjinGompa (3870m).
Enjoy a hearty breakfast, and later head on the road to KyanjinGompa. This monastery is considered as the most revered monastery in the Langtang region. To reach here, we must go through Mani walls and water mills. The Gompa is a holy place and is mostly associated with Buddhism. We shall explore the major parts of the Gomba and interact with the monks and people living here. Overnight stay at KyanjinGompa.
Day 06: Hike to Kyanjin-Ri (4350m) or TserkoRi(4984m), Back to KyanjinGompa (3870m).
Today is a day for acclimatization, and we will hike to the peak of Kyanjin Ri (4350m) or Tserko Ri (4984m). We commence early and go through yak pastures before finally heading to the summit of either of the peaks. From the summit, you can catch extraordinary views of the surrounding Himalayas of Langtang and Manaslu ranges. After the hike, we head back to KyanjinGompa. Overnight stay at KyanjinGompa.
Day 07: KyanjinGompa to Lama Hotel (2380m).
The trek commences first thing in the morning after having breakfast. We retrace our steps back to the Lama Hotel. The trail sees a drastic decrease in elevation and goes through lush forests and quaint Tamang settlements. We’ll also relish the views of the Himalayas as we head to the Lama Hotel. Overnight stay at Lama Hotel.
Day 08: Lama Hotel to ThuloSyabru (2210m).
The trek initially climbs all the way to Rimche village, and later drops down to the banks of the mighty Langtang River. We follow a relatively easy trail to Bamboo and later ascend to the Landslide lodge. We head to ThuloSyabru by crossing the Pahare hotel and a beautiful waterfall. At Thulo Syabru, we can observe the Tamang culture and traditions. Overnight stay at ThuloSyabru.
Day 09: ThuloSyabru to Cholangpati (3654m).
The trail sees an increase in altitude and heads to FoprangDanda. From here, we can observe the mountain peaks like Manaslu, Ganesh, and Langtang Himal ranges. Along the way, we make a small visit to the Shin Gompa. This monastery is the hub to observe the ancient Tibetan-Buddhist culture. After walking for around 45 minutes, we reach Laurebina and, later, we go to Cholangpati. Overnight stay at Cholangpati.
Day 10: Cholangpati to Gosainkunda (4380m).
As we head further, we can see the vegetation getting sparser. The trail ascends along the thinly forested trail and, from a rocky cliff, we can see Gosainkunda and other small lakes like SaraswatiKunda, Bhairav Kunda, and Surya Kunda. The Gosainkunda Lake sits on the lap of mountains and resembles a gem. The lake also holds great religious significance and is crowded during the Janai Purnima.Overnight stay at Gosainkunda.
Day 11: Gosainkunda to Ghopte (3530m).
After taking a brief stroll in the lake premise, we ascend the Laurebina pass (4610m). The pass marks the beginning of the Helambu region and sports mesmerizing views of the Langtang and Ganesh Himal ranges. Thereon, we begin on the descent to Ghopte. Our route to Ghopte also crosses the Surya Kunda and numerous other small lakes. Overnight stay at Ghopte.
Day 12: Ghopte to Thadepati (3690m).
Initially, the trail descends a bit and, later, starts to ascend through forests of Rhododendron and birch. As we head forward, we can admire the tranquil view of mountain ranges like the Langtang, Ganesh, and even Annapurna. Finally, we arrive at the settlement of Thadepatias the prayer flags and Chortens welcome us to the charming village. Overnight stay at Thadepati.
Day 13: Thadepati to GulBhanjyang (2130m).
The trail from Thadepati to Gul Bhanjyang sees a rapid increase in vegetation and forested trails. We can even catch glimpses of wildlife that inhabit this area. As we observe the awesome Jugal ranges, we head on a downward trail and finally arrive at Gul Bhanjyang. Gul Bhanjyang is a grassy area and we can see animals grazing here. Overnight stay at Gul Bhanjyang.
Day 14: GulBhanjyang to Chisapani (2251m).
The road to Chisapani involves entering the Shivapuri National Park and battling the downhill terrain as well. Walking through forested trails, you must be on a constant lookout for wild animals. Initially, passing Chipling, the trek heads to Thankune Bhanjyang. Further ahead, we move towards Pati Bhanjyang (1830m) and, finally, descends to Chisapani. Overnight stay at Chisapani.
Day 15: Chisapani to Kathmandu via Sundarijal.
After witnessing the glorious sunrise in Chisapani, we head on the road to Kathmandu. Our journey involves going through the Shivapuri National Park where we can even catch glimpses of the wildlife and local people living inside the park. As we descend through the trails, we take a breather at Mulkharka and descend further to arrive at Sundarijal. From there, we get on a vehicle and head towards our hotel. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 16: Sightseeing in Kathmandu.
After the successful completion of the trek, we arrange for a sightseeing tour around the Kathmandu Valley. This day entails a visit to the UNESCO world heritage sites which hold great values in the culture and lifestyle of the people in the capital. Beginning from Swayambhunath, the tour heads to the streets of Kathmandu Durbar Square. On the second half of the tour, brief visits to Pashupatinath and Boudhanath await, ending your trip in Nepal. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 17: Fly back to home.
On the final day of your stay in Nepal, you can make last-minute preparations for shopping gifts and souvenirs. A company representative will escort you to the airport. We hope you have had a wonderful experience in Nepal.