Langtang and Gosaikunda Trek is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the Langtang National Park. It’s situated in the northeast part of central Nepal, close to Kathmandu. This trek lets you experience deep gorges, rocky terrain, pine forests, yak pastures, insight into Buddhist religious practices, mystical monasteries, picturesque villages, hillside terraces, serene valleys, and breathtaking glaciers originating from high mountains. The trial also takes us to the sacred Gosainkunda (4,380m ) an alpine freshwater lake high up in the mountains of the Rasuwa.
This Langtang and Gosaikunda Trek begins with a drive along the Trishuli River, which heads north from Kathmandu through Trishuli Bazaar and Dhunche and finally to Syabrubesi. We start the trek from Syabrubesi, a Tamang village by the banks of the Bhote Koshi River. The trek will follow the Langtang River until we reach Lama Hotel for the night.
The next day we will trek from Lama Hotel to Langtang Village, a large Tamang settlement. From Langtang Village, we head to Kyangin Gompa. We will rest at Kyangin Gompa for a day to acclimatize. While acclimatizing, you will have the option to visit the yak cheese factory, Tserko Ri Viewpoint, and Kyangin Gompa monastery.
Overview
If you want to explore one of the hidden gems of Nepal, our 15 Days Langtang and Gosaikunda Trekking will be a perfect match for you. This awe-inspiring and spiritual journey is near Kathmandu Valley and accessible via roadway. The trek offers enchanting views of the unique landscapes of the Langtang region. Similarly, during the trek, you can gaze at the mesmerizing mountain panoramas and spectacular views of the azure- coloured Gosaikunda lake.
Trip Highlights
- Discover the hidden and picturesque Valley of Glaciers.
- Traverse through the unique landscapes, traditional villages, and terrace fields.
- Walk through the beautiful forests of Langtang National Park and get a chance to witness the rare Red Panda.
- Peek into the lifestyle of the Tamang and Sherpa people and learn about their culture and tradition.
- Stunning view of mountains like Langtang Lirung, Manaslu, Ganesh, Annapurna, and other snow-clad mountain peaks.
- Dive into the holy water of the beautiful Gosainkunda Lake.
- Visit the impressive Buddhist monasteries, including the famous Shin Gompa and Kyanjin Gompa.
Itinerary
ith a sign that reads Everest Alpine Trekking, our airport representative will be waiting for you outside the terminal of Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. You will then be driven to the accommodation of your choice in a private vehicle. When you are ready to know more about the details of the Langtang Valley with the Gosaikunda Lake Trek Itinerary, you may visit our office for a pre-trip meeting.
Your Langtang Valley with Gosaikunda Trek starts with a breathtaking ride from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi. While journeying, you will pass through picturesque landscapes with rivers, terraced fields, quaint towns, and snow-capped mountains. While ascending to Dhunche along the Trishuli River, you may be able to glimpse the snow-capped summits of the Annapurna I, Ganesh Himal, Manaslu, and several other smaller peaks. When you get to Syabrubesi, you will stretch your body and enjoy a stroll through the charming town. You'll be spending the night in a teahouse. These humble teahouses can be found throughout the majority of Nepal's trekking trails, where you can look forward to simple, delicious meals and a comfortable bed every night.
Following breakfast in Syabrubesi, your excursion to Langtang with Gosaikunda Lake Trek will begin. You will begin your journey to the source of the Bhote Koshi River, which flows from Tibet. The destination of Guru Rinpoche Gomba, where you can make journey-related prayers, is reached by continuing on the path. Next, go on the stone-paved road leading out of town, which will take you down the Langtang Khola. After a short stretch of walking, you will pass a suspension bridge before gradually ascending to Bamboo.
There are several guest houses nearby the river in this beautiful canyon-like setting. A subtropical forest with oak, maple, fir, rhododendron, blue pine, and tall spruce is traversed on the route from this point on. A variety of animals, such as langurs, red pandas, yellow-throated martens, and Himalayan black bears, will also be visible to you. Continue your moderate ascents uphill until you arrive at the Lama Hotel. In this small town by the river, there are a number of excellent hotels. Hikers frequently stop here to relax as it is surrounded by greenery.
Today's journey from Lama Hotel to Langtang village will be wonderful. You will wake up early in the morning, get ready for your walk, eat breakfast, and then start the Langtang with Gosaikunda Lake Trek with a moderate ascent that gets steeper as you climb. As you continue to wander alongside the Langtang Khola, you will pass through woods made up of oak, maple, colorful rhododendrons, and hemlock. As you continue your trip, the snow-covered mountains, notably Mt. Langtang, will become increasingly evident.
By continuing on the route, you will pass Ghodatabela Meadow and reach a wooden bridge. The journey to the Tamang hamlet will next take you past yak fields, across a helipad, and upward through rhododendron trees. The residences in this charming village have flat roofs in the Tibetan style and nicely carved wooden windows. The town's stone walls completely encompass the fields where turnips, potatoes, barley, etc. are grown.
Following your morning meal in Langtang village, you will continue your Langtang Gosaikunda Lake Trek excursion. From the Langtang hamlet to Kyanjin Gompa, the journey will take you a few hours. The route will first revolve around the Mani Walls before climbing a peak that is topped by a large chorten. After a slight climb, you will reach Mundu, where you will see wonderful prayer flags and cross a stream. From here, you will proceed across a series of moraines and cross numerous minor streams using wooden bridges.
As you proceed ahead, you will see Kyanjin Gompa, and the magnificent glaciers flowing from Kimshug and Langtang Lirung peaks. You will eventually get to Kyanjin Gompa if you continue on the paths. While visiting Kyanjin Gompa, you are welcome to see the gorgeous and well-known monastery. While exploring the hamlet, you may also get a panoramic view of the mountains such as Dorje Lhakpa, Langshisha Ri, Ganja La, Tsergo Ri, and others.
The sixth day of the Langtang Gosaikunda Trek Itinerary can be used to explore the magnificent panoramas located all around Kyanjin Gompa. Before beginning a hike, you might make the trip to the well-known Kyanjin Gompa to participate in Morning Prayer. After breakfast, you can go to the Langtang Valley with Gosaikunda Lake Trek's highest point, Tserko RI (4984 m). The short yet exciting climb to this place offers breathtaking views of snow-capped mountains. From here, you can see Kinshung, Yansa Tsenji, and the entire Langtang range, among other mountain summits.
As a gentle alternative for Tsergo RI, take into consideration trekking to Kyanjin RI. Since Kyanjin RI is closer and has a shorter rise than Tsergo RI, it's still a difficult climb. Kyanjin RI is situated at around 4773 meters. Whichever route you choose, you will be treated to a panoramic view of snow-covered mountains, open valleys, and frozen lakes. In comparison to the view from Tsergo RI, the view from Kyanjin RI is equally stunning. This evening, you will spend another night returning to your guesthouse in Kyanjin Gompa.
After a memorable stay at Kyanjin Gompa, it's time to say farewell to the lovely Buddhist community. Today's Langtang Valley with Gosaikunda Trek is going to be a rather long trek compared to past times. Before setting off on today's adventure, you'll have breakfast while admiring the views of the snow-capped peaks. The return trek will follow the same route along the Langtang River.
You must go through well-known yak herding villages and vast alpine fields in order to reach Langtang village. Then proceed on and make a right turn toward Ghodatabela. After that, you rapidly descend to the Lama Hotel. You will check in at the Lama Hotel's renowned teahouse. After that, take some time to unwind and enjoy the view of pines and rhododendrons swaying in the mountain wind.
After enjoying a sumptuous breakfast, pack your luggage, and resume the trail to begin the Langtang with Gosaikunda Lake Trek from Lama Hotel to Thulo Syabru. Following a small waterfall crossing, you will descend to the banks of the Langtang River. Along the way, you will pass through birch, oak, pine, bamboo, and rhododendron forests that are home to wild animals like wild boars and monkeys. Ganesh Himal will be visible from the path with stunning vistas.
The target for today, Thulo Syabru, is reached after a few more hours of trekking and crossing a suspension bridge. In the Langtang region, Thulo Syabru is a stunning and important Tamang hamlet. It will take only a few hours to tour the lovely town because it is small and has a relatively small population.
The Langtang enfolding Gosaikunda Lake Trek will begin today from Thulo Syabru and go towards Shin Gompa with gorgeous scenery and expansive mountain vistas. You will ascend a tough trek after a tasty supper to reach a stunning stupa from which you can glimpse Thurman and Nagthali in the distance. You reach Forpang Danda after a few hours of further walking, where you stop for lunch.
Following the dinner, you continue on the route as it continues to wound higher through the dense woodland. The pathways get more vibrant and lovely as the flowers blossom. You arrive at Shin Gompa after ascending a small set of stairs through the forests. Your attention will be captured by the stunning mountain peaks in the background, such as Langtang, Ganesh, and Annapurna. Beautiful views of the surrounding valleys and scenery may be found here.
Today's Langtang Gosaikunda Trek Route will be much more difficult than it was yesterday. After breakfast at Shin Gompa, you will go off on your hike, which gradually climbs higher from the beginning. You have to go along a rocky, narrow trail to reach Gosaikunda. As you climb, you will have to progressively traverse barren slopes and endure freezing breezes. After hiking for over an hour and a half, you will arrive at Cholangpati.
Cholangpati offers breathtaking views of Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Langtang Lirung, and Langtang Ri. To get to Lauribina, you must hike for an additional 2.5 hours. The Buddha Temple will thereafter be reached after spending around two hours ascending. You will spend the night at a tea house in Gosaikunda and spend the day exploring further nearby lakes.
The picturesque Helambu area is where you will travel today through the Laurebina La High Pass. The walk from the lodges to Gosainkunda Lake initially descends. As you get closer to the Laurebina La Cross, your walk along the northwest side will become steeper. However, you will first pass three or more small lakes as you make your way to the pass. There is a stone stupa and several prayer flags to identify the Laurebina La Pass.
The Langtang Valley with Gosaikunda Lake Trek has several high points and this pass is one among them. Once in High Camp, you hike down a broad valley to Phedi before continuing on a steeper, rocky trail. Following Phedi, you will descend to a footbridge across a stream. Prior to arriving at Ghopte, the difficult trail will lead you to Surya Kunda, a beautiful lake. Long climbs are part of the difficult route from Phedi to Ghopte.
Before arriving in the serene highland setting of Thadepati, you will travel through woods of juniper, rhododendron, and pine in a lonely, uninhabited area as a part of the Langtang Valley with Gosaikunda Trek after eating breakfast in Ghopte. Here you will find the Helambu Circuit Trek route, which you may take if you have a few more days. The trail leaves Thadepati and slowly descends through the forest on the western ridge slope.
You will reach a sizable meadow with a ruined shepherd's cottage after a bit of trekking. Gangchempo and Dorje Lakpa peaks are seen from the way. As it passes through a forest on the way to Mangengoth, the slope then becomes steeper. You will cross Kyuola Bhanjyang and descend to the settlement of Kutumsang after a little stroll.
After briefly ascending from Kutumsang, you will drop into Gul Bhanjyang Village. After that, you will ascend to reach Thorong Danda's wide, dusty road before continuing on a rocky, steep trail to Chipling village. Once you arrive in Pati Bhanjyang, a settlement halfway between Chipling and Chisapani, you will then gradually descend. From Pati Bhanjyang, it takes around 30 minutes to reach Chisapani, which is renowned for its breathtaking panoramas of several mountains.
From Chisapani, you must hike for four hours today in order to reach Sundarijal. The route is generally plain or downhill and is enjoyable and picturesque. You may reach Mulkharka by walking through Borlang Bhanjyang, through the Shivapuri National Park, and across forested regions. To get to Sundarijal, you will descend further through a few water reservoirs and substantial water pipelines after passing through lush woods and little valleys. The Langtang with Gosaikunda Lake Trek comes to an end at this point. You will return to Kathmandu after a one-hour drive.
Your Langtang Gosaikunda Lake Trek Itinerary concludes today. When it's time for your flight to leave, one of our staff members will help you travel to the airport. However, Green Valley Nepal Treks can make the necessary preparations if you wish to prolong your vacation. You might even go shopping to get some things for your loved ones if your flight is planned for a late evening. We hope you enjoyed your time with us and wish you success on your next trip to Nepal. We're going to say goodbye now.
Cost Includes
- Tribhuwan International Airport transfer ( Airport – Hotel – Airport ) in Kathmandu .
- Lodge ( Twin share basis ) accommodation during the trekking.
- All meals ( Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner ) during trekking.
- Langtang National Park fee and necessary documents .
- One experienced, well trained, fluent English speaking, friendly, specialized in Langtang region and government authorized trekking guide including required porters (one porter for two persons).
- Guide and porter’s food, accommodation, salary, insurance, transportation and equipments.
- Overland transportation as per mentioned in the itinerary.
- Assistance for emergency rescue evacuation.
- Government tax and service charge etc.
- Public Liability Insurance.
Cost Excludes
- Hotel accommodation and meals in Kathmandu
- Hard and soft table drinks such as tea/coffee, coke, fanta, alcoholic drinks, hot water, hot shower, mineral water, desert, bar bill, laundry and phone bill etc during trekking.
- Personal Travel insurance.
- Tips for guide and porters.( Highly suggested ).
FAQS
Yes, trekkers must have registered the following trekking permits:
Langtang National Park Permit.
Shivapuri National Park Permit.
TIMS (Trekkers Information Management System)
Yes, anyone with a reasonable level of physical and mental fitness may complete this trek. This trekking excursion will be accompanied by a professional and highly experienced guide who will provide you with tremendous assistance and support.
The moderately difficult Langtang Gosaikunda Trek has some challenges. But if you put a little effort into it, you can easily finish the excursion. It is entirely feasible.
Can I use ATM card during Langtang Valley including Gosaikunda Trek?
Only in Kathmandu ATMs and credit card machines are available for usage. Above that, cash payments are required for a variety of services.
Yes, without a doubt. Our crew of porters and expert local trekking guides are all from the same region of the Himalayas and have extensive knowledge of the range. They also speak excellent English.
All the teahouses where you will spend the night throughout the walk have power. Paying a nominal fee will allow you to recharge your phones, cameras, or iPads. On an hourly basis, some teahouses do provide Wi-Fi but don’t anticipate high-speed access on the far-off trails.
Yes, a woman traveling alone through the Nepal Himalayas is safe to do so. Our crews are responsible and in charge of the trip.
The free storage is offered by the hotel in Kathmandu. Thus, you may leave all of your belongings that are not necessary for the walk at your hotel or in our office.
The highest elevation you will encounter on this trek is Tserko RI. It is located 4984 meters above sea level
You may can drink the water from the taps while on the hike. The water is safe to drink and is pure. Using water purification pills, however, will help you stay safe.
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