Langtang Gosainkunda Lake Trek

The Langtang – Gosainkunda trek offer an opportunity for the trekkers and adventurers to follow in Bill Tillman’s wake and rediscover the Himalayan passes, pristine valley and diverse ethno- culture he found in 1949. Though easily accessible from Kathamandu it remains relatively unspoiled and less developed trekking in Nepal. Several great days of pleasant Langtang Gosainkunda trekking through dense forest and traditional ethnic settlements takes you to the holy Gosaikunda Lake and alpine yak pasture of Kyangin gompa, while the mountain views are genuinely inspiring. Over the years this Gosainkunda has become one of the sacred pilgrimage sites for Shamans, the traditional witch doctors, as well as many Hindu and Buddhist devotees. A cross over the Laurebina Pass at an altitude of 4620 meter with an excellent view into Tibet is simply breathtaking.

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What's Included?

Airport Pick up & Drop Transportation by private vehicle
Twin /Double sharing 3 star accommodation at Kathmandu with breakfast
Kathmandu / Sundarijal by private vehicle & Dhunche / Kathmandu by local bus transportation
Accommodation in normal tea house during trek
Meals - Breakfast with 2 cups of tea/ coffee, lunch, dinner - during trek
Sleeping bag
Langtang trekking map for group
All necessary paper work & permits
A First Aid and Eco trained & government licensed English speaking guide
One porter between each two members during trek
Accommodation, meals, salary, equipment, transportation & Insurance of trekking staff
National Park fee (Langtang & Shivapuri)
TIMS
First Aid Kit
Travel & rescue arrangement
All government taxes
Farewell dinner

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What's not Included?

International Airfare
Extra meals in Kathmandu
Drinking Water, hot shower and electricity bills during trek
Medical evacuation in case of emergency
Personal gear & clothing - these may be available for hire
Tips, any expenses of personal nature, client's insurance
Soft/hard drinks
Expenses incurred due to mishaps, landslide, strikes, political unrest etc. In such case extra will be charged as per actual
Anything not specified in the Cost Include section

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Brief itinerary

Day 1
Your Arrival in Kathmandu overnight in hotel (1,300m)
Day 2
Drive to Sundarijal and trek to Chisopani overnight in trekking lodges (2,215m)
Day 3
Trek from Chisopani to Kutumsang overnight in trekking lodges (2,446m)
Day 4
Walk from Kutumsang to Magen Goth overnight in trekking lodges (3,514m)
Day 5
Trek from Magen Goth to Ghopte overnight in trekking lodges (3,430m)
Day 6
Trek from Ghopte to Gosaikunda overnight in trekking lodges (4,361m)
Day 7
Trek from Gosaikunda to Chandanbari overnight in trekking lodges (2,350m)
Day 8
Trek from Chandanbari to Dhunche overnight in trekking lodges (1,950m)
Day 9
Drive from Dhunche to Kathmandu overnight in hotel (1,300m)
Day 10
Final Departure

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Day 1
Your Arrival in Kathmandu overnight in hotel (1,300m)

Welcome to Kathmandu, the capital. You will be met on arrival and transferred to your hotel, here you will be formally introduced to your Guide and the activities to be enjoyed over the next few days. We will also ask for your passport photographs and any other details required for your trek permits, at this stage.
Day 2
Drive to Sundarijal and trek to Chisopani overnight in trekking lodges (2,215m)

You will begin with a one hour drive on rough roads to Sundarijal from here you being your 3 to 4 hour trek to Chisopani climbing through forest to Mulkharka at 1800m which has some great views of Kathmandu valley. Walking further on you will find yourself entering the Shivpura Watershed and Wildlife reserve where you will continue climbing to Borlang Bhanjyang (2440m). The mountain views from the ridge are excellent as they are from Chisopani (2140m).
Day 3
Trek from Chisopani to Kutumsang overnight in trekking lodges (2,446m)

Dropping from Chisopani on a pretty good trail crossing meadows and fields you will arrive at Pathi Bhanjyang and continue on to Gul Bhanjyang, the beginning of your days climb to a pass at 2620m before dropping down to Kutumsang at 2470m, in a saddle on a ridge. Your journey today will be around 6 hours.
Day 4
Walk from Kutumsang to Magen Goth overnight in trekking lodges (3,514m)

You will walk for around 4 hours today enjoying some great views. You climb on a poor trail to begin with mostly through forests past a few shepherds summer huts (Goths) to the Mere Danda (3510m) here you begin your descent to Megan Goth (3420m).
Day 5
Trek from Magen Goth to Ghopte overnight in trekking lodges (3,430m)

Trek from Magen Goth to Ghopte (3430m) Via Tharepati Pass (3650m) Continuing to climb, steeply at first then more gradually, the trail makes some ups and downs passing through the forest, across flower strewn meadows and crossing streams. You will reach Tharepati which consists of a few Goths and lodges. From the top of this famous ridge the trail ascends through the forest, climbing in and out of ravines across the head of the valley, Giant cliff towers far above.
Day 6
Trek from Ghopte to Gosaikunda overnight in trekking lodges (4,361m)

Trek from Ghopte to Gosaikunda (4361m) The trail ascends through the meadow of bushes and some rhododendron trees. The trail gradually ascends to Phedi (3500m) The trail ascends along side a stream through alpine trees. The trail then is bit rough and crosses moraines but it is well marked with rock cairns.
Day 7
Trek from Gosaikunda to Chandanbari overnight in trekking lodges (2,350m)

The trail gently ascends for a short while through different chortens and small Shiva temples. The trail then descends to Laure Binayak to Singh Gompa. The Gompa, which houses a statue of the Green Tara. You can witness small cheese factories of its kind and several lodges here. The trail now will go through the forest and reach Chandanbari.
Day 8
Trek from Chandanbari to Dhunche overnight in trekking lodges (1,950m)

Trek from Chandanbari to Dhunche The trail descends through the forest, you will come across the Chortens on the route specially built for offering prayers by Buddhist. You will then reach Syabru Gaon which is densely populated by Buddhist people.
Day 9
Drive from Dhunche to Kathmandu overnight in hotel (1,300m)

Drive to Kathmandu by bus, which takes about nine hours.
Day 10
Final Departure

You will be met at your hotel and taken to the airport in good time to meet your flight home.

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Elevation Chart

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Recommended equipment list: Trekkers need to provide their own personal clothing and equipment. Some items of equipment are available for hire from us as like Down Jacket

Footwear : Well broken-in walking shoes - these must be suitable for snow, thick socks, light socks, camp shoes.

Clothing : Down or fiber filled waterproof jacket and trousers, sweater or fleece jacket, underwear, warm and cotton trousers or jeans, shirts and T-shirts, shorts, long underwear, wool hat, sun hat, gloves, bathing suit, track suit.

Other equipment: Sleeping bag (5 seasons), lock, day pack, water bottle, sun cream, sunglasses, flashlight with spare bulbs and batteries, lip salve, gaiters.

Other items: Insect repellent, toilet articles, diary, toilet roll, laundry soap, wet ones, pocket knife, towel, sewing kit, plasters, binoculars, camera, film, cards and personal medical kit.

Katharina & Gerhard

July 30, 2016

Gosainkunda Lake Trek

wunderschoene tour von Helambu ueber den laurepina Pass nach Gosainkund und hinunter in den schoenen ort siabru und weiter nach Langtang und kiangjin und am anderen Ufer des Langtang river wieder hinunter. Perfekt gefuehrt hat uns unser super guide Pasang Sherpa.
Andreas Stumpf From Germany

August 2, 2016

Gosainkunda Trek

I just finished the Langtang-Gosainkund Trek and I can definitely recommend Langtang from beginning to end of the trek. The contact before the start via E-Mail was great. You always receive instant an...

I just finished the Langtang-Gosainkund Trek and I can definitely recommend Langtang from beginning to end of the trek. The contact before the start via E-Mail was great. You always receive instant answers. The trek itself has been brilliant, especially due to my guide, Krishna Gurung who knew about every stone of the trek and provided also background information about almost everything. Besides he turned out as the best English speaking guide of those I’ve met during the trek. Long story short, it was an amazing and fascinating experience made possible by Langtang Ri.
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