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At a Glance
Destination
NepalTrip Difficulty
ModerateMax altitude
4380m/14370 ftGroup Size
1-12 Pax.Activity
Trekking, Hiking & SightseeingAccommodation
Hotel in Kathmandu, lodge & tea houses during the trek.Meals
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner during the trekVehicle
Private car/bus/jeep and flightOverview of Gosaikunda Lake Trek- 8 days
Gosaikunda Lake Trek is a popular trekking route in the Langtang region of Nepal, renowned for its natural beauty and religious significance. Gosaikunda Lake is located 147 km north of Kathmandu in Langtang National Park. Inhabited by Tibetan migrants, Tamangs, and Sherpas people.
Passing through the lush Rhododendrons forest, filled with conifers and oaks we will have plenty of opportunities to immerse ourselves in the natural surroundings and wildlife. The stunning mountain views of Langtang Lirung,(Alt 7230m) Yala Peak,(Alt 5530m) Gan Cheppu Himal range,(Alt 74220m) Nyakhang Peaks. (Alt 5840m) Gosainkunda Lake,(Alt 4330m) GaneshHimal range,(Alt7422m.) Manaslu ranges(Alt 8176 km) are of short enlists to this trek. The region is surrounded by 108 beautiful and still, lakes and Gosainkunda is one of them.
The region has Tibetan migrants with Sherpa inhabitants. Lhosar (January/February) and Dumji (June/July) are the main festivals celebrated by Sherpa. In the meantime in June and July, 1000 pilgrims visit Gosaikunda Lake. Dhami and jhakri, one of the oldest customs of the region, plunge Trishul (tri-sectional pointed metal made, an instrument), believed to be wielded by Lord Shiva) to pour water. The true cultural feel is at Langtang village. A wash with fluttering prayer flags, brightly painted chortens, many walls, and stones carved with the Tibetan mantra ‘Om Mani Padme Hum’. You will be sure to receive a gracious welcome from the yak herders.
After crossing the Gosaikunda Laurebina pass (4600m), we trek back via another route to this region. This course takes us back to Kathmandu via Kutumsang, Chisapani and finally Kathmandu
Highlights of Gosaikunda Lake Trek- 8 days
- Stunning viiew of the Langtang,Manaslu,Ganesh Himal,Annapurna and Hiuchuli mountain ranges.
- Trekking through traditional villages inhabited by Tamang and Sherpa communities providing an opportunity to experience local culture,traditions and hospitality.
- Short and moderate trek.
- Walking through the colorful rhododendron and pine forest in spring season.
- Sacred Gosaikunda Lake and other nearby lakes like Bhairab,Saraswati and Surya Kunda.
Itinerary
01
Day 01 Arrive in Kathmandu,alt.1300m
Welcome you in Nepal and transfer to your hotel. One of our nature explore trek representatives will pick you up and then drive to your hotel. After a short rest you will introduce yourself to your guide and check your equipment , if not enough and you think not enough you can also buy in Kathmandu, Thamel.
Max altitude
1300m/4265 ftMeals
BreakfastAccommodation
Hotel02
Day 02 Drive to Dunche,6-7 hrs(alt.1900m)
Early in the morning you will drive to Dhunche from Kathmandu about 5 to 6 hours ,totaling 147 km via the Pasang Lhamu highway. Along the way you will cross several local villages, beautiful landscapes, Hills and snow peas. One the way the bus stops for lunch. Once you reach Dhunche you can walk around the markets to explore local goods
Duration
6-7 hrsMax altitude
1900m/6233ftMeals
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation
Local Teahouse03
Day 03 Trek to Sing Gompa(alt.3200m)
Today you will trek from Dhunche to Sing Gompa in 4 to 5 hours. Beginning of the day you will walk a gradual flat in about 1 hrs and mostly ascend to the Sing Gompa. Along the way we stop for lunch at low sing Gompa. After lunch, continue the trek to sing gompa final for 1 more hour.
Duration
6-7hrsMax altitude
3200m/10498. ftMeals
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation
Local Teahouse04
Day 04 Trek to Gosaikunda lake,(alt.4300m)5-6 hrs
After a warm breakfast, you will start your trek from Sing Gumpa to Gosaikunda lake in 4 to 5 hours. Travers through the forest until the laurebina where we stop for lunch and after lunch continue ascending to the lake.
Along the way you will have a nice view of Langtang Himal, Ganesh Himal , Manasalu region and Annapurna region in the distance. Mostly you will ascend to get Gosaikunda lake from Sing Gumpa.
Afternoon if you want to hike a few hundreds more up for more views you can do the short hike before dinner. It will be good acclimatization as you reach higher than you are sleeping tonight
Duration
5-6 hrsMax altitude
4300m/14107 ftMeals
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation
Local Teahouse05
Day 05 Trek to Ghopte via Gosainkunda pass(alt.300m)6-7 hrs
Today is the highlight day of this trek as we are going to cross above 4600m Laurebina pass. Early in the morning we start our day after breakfast. At the beginning of the walk we will gradually ascend the rocky trail to the top of the laurebina pass in 2 to 3 hours and after the pass we will descend to Phedi in 1 hrs where we stop for lunch. Continue the trek to Ghopte 2-3 more hours through the lush forest of bamboo , rhododendron and black oke pine. If you still want to do a little more and then you can trek until Thadepati 1.5 hours. Thadepati is much nicer than Ghopte for the mountain view, accommodation and food.
Duration
6-7 hrsMax altitude
300m/984 ftMeals
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation
Local Teahouse06
Day 06 Trek to Kutumsang (alt.2,470m)6-7 hrs
On the day 6 of Gosaikunda lake trek you will trek from Ghopte to Kutumsang via the Thadepati.
Warmup gradually ascends to Thadepati about 1.5 hours , where we can stop and enjoy the great view over the Dorje Lakpa Himal with a cup of hot tea. We will continue trekking down to Magnin Goethe for lunch and 2 more hours descending to Kutumsang for overnight stay.
Duration
6-7 hrsMax altitude
2,470m/8103 ftMeals
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation
Local Teahouse07
Day 07 Trek to Chisapani(alt.2100m)
Today is your second last day of this trek. We will start the day after breakfast. You will reach Chisapani through the Tamnang villages, up and down. On the way we stop for lunch before ascending the final steep ends of the day. Along the way you will see many local old villages, charming people and their daily basis lifestyles , fascinating culture , domestic animals includes a panorama views of western side of nepal Himalayas in distance
Chisapani alt. 2200m from sea level is close to Kathmandu and surrounded by the Shivapuri national park . Many domestic and international tourists used to trek from Kathmandu for a day trek overnight and enjoy the great views of himalayas at sunrise and sunset.
Duration
4-5 hrsMax altitude
2100m/6889 ftMeals
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation
Local Teahouse08
Day 08 Trek back to Sundarijal (5-6 hrs )then drive to Kathmandu(1-2 hrs) (alt.2,215m)
Last day of your trek today we will trek to Sundarijal and drive to kathmandu. to edge of the hills we will ascends through the shivapuri national park and continue descends to Sundarijal via the Mulkharka village where your trek is ends and we drive back to Kathmandu by bus or car as per the group size.
Duration
5-6 hrs hike and 1-2 hrs driveMax altitude
2,215m/7267 ftMeals
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation
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Inclusion/Exclusion
What's Included?
- Airport pick up and drop.
- Two night hotel in Kathmandu two on arrival and one in departure B/B.
- Three times meals on trek(breakfast,lunch & dinner).
- Hot drinks Tea or coffe.
- Fresh Fruit after dinner everyday.
- Accommodation in normal basis twin sharing room.
- Experience English speaking guide.
- Porter(2 people 1 porter)each porter with max 25kg.
- Langtang National Park fee.
- TIMMS card.
- Rural municipality entrance fee.
- All the ground transportation.
- Treated drinking water.
- First aid kit.
- Nature Explore Trek down jacket(refudable after trip).
- Duffle bag for the trip(refundable after trip).
- Last night dinner at Kitchen with cultural dance show.
- Nature explore t-shirt.
- Govt.Vat and tax.
- All the trip necessary documents.
What's Excluded?
- Personal Insurance.
- Insurance airfare.
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
- Trekking equipment
- All type of beverage.
- Extra expenses like battery charge,Wi-fi,Hot shower,Laundary during the trek.
- Tipping for staff.
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