Langtang Gosaikunda trek is a combination of a remote but spectacular Langtang region where Lake Gosainkunda resides on the lap of the mountains. The lustrous green forests, the beautiful Himalayan ranges, the Langtang National park area all highlights this trek and makes it an exquisite experience. What makes this trek unique is the people residing in these highlands of the Langtang region. Though Nepalese, they are the descendants of Tibet thus this place gives a unique taste of both the Tibetan and the Hindu Culture and lifestyle. There are numerous Gompas and Monasteries along the way.Langtang valley is the neighboring Himalayan region from Kathmandu valley easily reached on few hours’ drive. One can easily notice the change in lifestyle upon reaching this region. What accompanies along the trail is the beautiful rhododendron forests, bamboos, majestic waterfalls and the snowcapped mountain ranges. This trek offers the mesmerizing views of the Langtang range, Ganesh Himal, DorjeLakap, Nayakanga, and Langshisa. The Gosainkuda Lake is certainly the cherry of the cake and rounds up your trek as one of the best treks in the Himalayas.
Our airport representative will receive you at the Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) and transfer to your hotel. Depending upon the time of your arrival, the pre-trip meeting will be hosted either on the first day or the first hour of the second day. During the evening, you will be taken for a traditional Nepali welcome dinner .Overnight at a Hotel. Welcome dinner included.
Early in the morning, we head on to the road for a drive from Kathmandu to Dhunche. We encounter the White Mountain peaks of the Langtang range, the terraced farmlands, and the beautiful hills along the way. The Trishuli River flows alongside us. After driving for almost 6 to 7 hours we finally reach Dhunche. Overnight at a Guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are include
After the morning breakfast, we prepare to leave for the trek. The trail ascends gradually towards GhatteKhola (stream). After crossing the suspension bridge over this stream, we continue our trek up the hill through the pine forests, silver oak trees, and rhododendron for almost 5 hours we finally reach Sing Gompa, our destination for the day. Overnight at a Guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
From Sing Gompa, we climb a ridge up to the main Gosainkunda trail. We follow a rugged trail with dramatic views to the Manaslu range, Ganesh Himal range, Tibetan peaks, and LangtangLirung. Eventually, the trail descends from the ridge to the first of three lakes SarashowtiKunda, the second is BhairabKunda and the third is the holy Gosainkunda. Thousands of Hindu pilgrims visit this lake during a full-moon festival in August. The lake is also scary to Buddhists. Overnight at a Guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
Today we leave Gosaikunda and climb through the rugged country, past four small lakes to the Laurebina La (4610 meters), the highest point of this trek. On a clear day, we can see Annapurna range throughout our way. Then the trail leads us steeply down to Phedi (3740m). From here, the route drops to the stream and then climbs through the scrub Bamboo to a crest. We continue to walk down throughout, crossing a rocky hill with pine, and rhododendron trees to Ghopte. Overnight at a Guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
Descending from the ridge at Ghopte, the trail makes numerous ups and downs across ravines and the boulders of old moraines. The trail slightly descends and then begins to ascend through the rhododendron, oak, and juniper forests up to the Tharepati (3510m). We trek downhill with only one small ridge to cross en route and stop at Kutumsang, an interesting typically old-fashioned Helambu village. Attractive Mountain views as well as local peoples’ lifestyle, culture; customs would be worth every difficult walk. Overnight at a Guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner are included.
The trail today goes through forests and some small villages. We walk up and down the trails where the Himalayan ranges of Manaslu and Everest never fail to accompany us throughout. We pass through BorlangBhanjyang to reach Sundarijal and an Army check post as well. After walking for almost 5 to 6 hours we finally reach the beautiful forest of Sundarijal. The scenic beauty of the lustrous rich forest, the taller trees, the chirping birds, and the relaxing sound of the water bodies make us rejuvenate and reenergize our body. This is the ending point of our LangtangGosainkunda trek. A private vehicle awaits for us to take us back to Kathmandu. It’s an hour's Drive to Kathmandu from Sundarijal. Overnight at a Hotel. Breakfast and Lunch are included.
This is your last day in Kathmandu. After breakfast, you will be fetched by our guide; 3 hours prior to your flight time and drop you at the Tribhuvan International Airport for your final departure.Breakfast Included.
