Langtang Valley and Gosainkunda Lake Trek
Trek to the holy Gosainkunda lakes
- 14 Days
- Trekking
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The Langtang Valley and Gosainkunda Lake Trek offer an extraordinary experience, enabling visitors to trek through yak pastures, alpine meadows, medieval Buddhist monasteries, and stunning panoramic mountain ranges. This particular trail is marked by traditional Buddhist prayer flags, cairns, and high passes. You can also experience a range of unique cultural gems from the Sherpa and Tamang communities. Although this region was affected by the 2015 earthquake, visitors can still contribute to the ongoing rebuilding project while trekking and aiding sustainable development activities.
The Langtang Valley and Gosainkunda Lake trek is a captivating journey that starts at Syabrubesi on the edge of the Langtang National Park. As we make our way through lush oak and rhododendron forests, we reach the beautiful village of Kyanjin Gompa. The next day we climb up to Tserko Ri and then descend back to the Kyanjin Gompa for Lunch. After lunch, we will retrace our hike back to Riverside and then continue to Thulo Syabru. From there, we turn towards the holy lake of Gosaikunda, passing through the mesmerizing break of Lauribina La Pass (4610m). We also get to feast our eyes with beautiful views of Ganesh Himal, Jugal Himal, Manaslu, and other peaks.
Gosainkunda lake basin is a wonderland of religious sites, spiritually-endued lakes, and breathtaking mountain views. The lake is home to a dozen scintillating lakes, and some of the most eminent ones are Saraswotikunda, Bhairavkunda, and Gosainkunda. Nestled among the snowy peaks, encircled by lush meadows and subalpine woodlands, Gosainkunda Lake is regarded as a sacred pilgrimage site by both Hindus and Buddhists alike. It is believed that the waters of Gosaikunda Lakes possess magical healing powers and attract thousands of Hindu devotees for an annual bath in the lake during the Janai Purnima festival. Adventure-seekers can discover the beauty of the lake by scaling the Lauribina La Pass and descending to the Sing Gompa, and then returning to Kathmandu.
Outline Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 2: Kathmandu half day Sightseeing
Day 3: Drive to Syabrubesi and trek to Bamboo
Day 4: Trek to Thangshyap
Day 5: Trek to Kyanjin Gompa – Excursion to Kyanjin Ri
Day 6: Excursion to Tserko Ri – Trek to Langtang
Day 7: Trek to Riverside
Day 8: Trek to Thulo Syabru
Day 9: Trek to Sing Gompa
Day 10: Trek to Gosainkunda Lake
Day 11: Trek to Sing Gompa
Day 12: Trek to Dhunche and drive to Kathmandu
Day 13: Free Day in Kathmandu
Day 14: Departure
- Explore the UNESCO Heritage Sites around Kathmandu Valley.
- Scenic drive to Syabrubesi through winding mountain road.
- Trek on a less crowded and off-the-beaten trail.
- Explore Langtang National Park, home to rare Himalayan flora and fauna.
- Tread across verdant forests, high alpine meadows, and yak pastures.
- Visit the ancient Buddhist monastery, Kyanjin Gompa.
- Enjoy incredible mountain views from Tserko Ri.
- Visit the Holy Gosainkunda Lake, believed to have been formed by Lord Shiva.
Cost Information
Included
- All airport and hotel transfers by private vehicle.
- Sightseeing with entrance fee accompanied by a local guide as per itinerary.
- Transfer from Kathmandu-Syabrubesi-Dhunche-Kathmandu in a private jeep.
- Accommodation in the above listed or similar hotels in Kathmandu and in local lodges during the trek.
- Only breakfast during the stay in Kathmandu.
- One welcome/farewell dinner in Kathmandu.
- All meals including hot drinks during the trek.
- English-speaking guide along with a porter(one porter for every two pax) during the trek.
- Guide, porter, and trekking staff insurance.
- All necessary paperwork and permit (TIMS/LNP)
- All Government taxes and service charges.
Not included
- Nepal entry visa.
- International flight to and from Kathmandu.
- Lunch and dinner or any other meal not specified above.
- Personal Travel Medical Insurance.
- Personal expenses include a bar, beverages, tips and gratuities, laundry, telephone, battery recharge, etc.
- Hot showers during the trek.
- Any extra cost incurred due to unforeseen circumstances or early return from the trek.
- All other personal expenses that are not listed in the included section.
Detailed Itinerary
Expand AllArrival in Kathmandu
Kathmandu Sightseeing
Drive to Syabrubesi-Trek to Bamboo
Trek to Thangshyap
Trek to Kynajin Gompa
Excursion to Tserko Ri-Trek to Langtang village
Trek to Riverside
Trek to Thulo Syabru
Trek to Sing Gompa
Trek to Gosainkunda
Trek to Sing Gompa
Trek to Dhunche-Drive to Kathmandu
Free day in Kathmandu
Departure
Guides
Hemraj is very experienced trip guide who has travelled across this area for over 5 years. He is also humble and kind to other person. He will be the best fit for you.