Langtang Gosainkunda Trek

Duration

16 Days

Difficulty

Moderate

Max. altitude

4984 M

Group Size

1-12

Trip Starts

Kathmandu

Trip Ends

Kathmandu

Group Style

Private & Group

Best season

March-May/ September- November

Overview and Highlights

The Langtang Gosainkunda Trek is a 16-day journey to the holy lake of Gosainkunda and the beautiful Langtang Valley, with a brief detour into the Helambu region at the end. The trek is moderate as the highest point is around 4984 meters. The trek offers visitors an amazing blend of natural and cultural experiences. As a result, it has become one of the most popular treks in Nepal for both domestic and international tourists.

The Langtang Gosainkunda Trek lies within the boundary of Langtang National Park, the first Himalayan national park of Nepal, known for its rich wildlife, vegetation, spectacular mountain sceneries, and natural landscapes. It is home to various species of endangered animals like the Red Panda, Himalayan Black Bear, Snow Leopard, Wild Dog, and Ghoral. The trail passes through the dense forest of Rhododendrons, Oaks, and Junipers, quiet streams and rivulets, alpine lakes, and beautiful pasture valleys. If you are lucky enough, you might get a chance to see Red Pandas playing around the trees. During the trek, the panoramic view of various peaks, especially of the Langtang Range, is amazing. Kyanjin Ri, Tserko Ri, Gosainkunda Lake, and Laurebina Pass are some ideal spots to take a moment and gaze upon the mighty Himalayan peaks.

The Langtang Gosainkunda Trek offers a wonderful experience of the rich culture, tradition, and lifestyle of the local inhabitants. During the trek, you will walk through the beautiful, serene villages of various ethnic communities like Tamang, Sherpa, and Hyolmo with frequent encounters with Yaks as well. The majority of the people in this region practice Tibetan Buddhism, which they have kept alive for a long time. Beautifully carved mani walls, prayer flags, Chorten, stupas, etc. can be found abundantly throughout the trail, which reflects the devotion and faith of the locals to the religion.

One of the many things that you can do on this trek is to visit the cheese factory at Kyanjin Gompa, which was established in the 1950s by Swiss dairy specialist Werner Schulthess. This cheese factory has played a huge role in establishing cheese culture in Nepal. You can add a couple of extra days’ rest at Kyanjin Gumba for a day hike to Kyanjin Ri and Tserko Ri for the spectacular scenery of the surrounding peaks, and visit the cheese factory. And when you are at Gosainkunda, you can take an extra day to explore the surrounding lakes. On the full moon day of August, there is a huge festival called Janai Purnima. Hindu people and shamans from various regions of Nepal come to this lake to perform a special kind of puja.

Our 16-day Langtang Gosainkunda Trek Itinerary starts from Syabrubesi, 122 km north of Kathmandu, and ends at Sundarijal. If you would like to customize the itinerary according to your desire, physical fitness level, and time frame, please feel free to message us. Our experts will help you craft a perfect itinerary that ensures a top-notch experience with safety.

ITINERARY

Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu

You will be welcomed by one of our team representatives at the airport. He will take you to the hotel and help you with check-in. Later in the evening, you will meet with your tour guide, who will brief you about the day 2 program.

Day 2: Kathmandu Valley sightseeing and trek preparation

It is a free day for you. You will visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites like Swayambhunath, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, etc. You will get to see the rich art, architecture, and culture of Nepal during the tour. In the evening, you will meet with your trek guide, who will brief you about the trek. Later, you can arrange equipment for the trip or stroll around Thamel.

Day 3: Drive to Syabrubesi (1460 M)

After having breakfast, you will drive to Syabrubesi, a small, beautiful town and the starting point of many treks in the Langtang region. The drive will be long on a winding road. You will get to witness excellent views of Mt. Annapurna (8,091 M), Mt. Manaslu (8,156 M), and Ganesh Himal (7,429 M).

Drive 6 hours

Accomodation Lodge

Day 4: Trek to Lama Hotel (2470 M)

After having breakfast, you will trek along the Langtang Khola and ascend towards a ridge. The trail then ascends slowly through lush forests of oak & rhododendron. Further, you will cross a bridge over Langtang Khola and begin ascending a steep trail. Eventually, you will reach Lama Hotel, where you will stop for the night.

Elevation gain: 1150 m

Elevation loss: 150 m

Accomodation: Lodge

walking: 5-6 Hours

Day 5: Trek to Langtang village (3430 M)

Leaving Lama Hotel behind, you will begin trekking and enjoying the beautiful landscape and lovely waterfalls. The trail will take you to the green meadow of Ghoda Tabela, from where you will get to see a glimpse of the Langtang range (7,234 m). Further, you will ascend passing by small villages, and reach Langtang village for a night’s stay.

Elevation gain: 1000 m

Elevation loss: 100 m

Accomodation: Lodge

walking: 5 Hours

Day 6: Trek to Kyanjin Gompa (3870 M)

The trek today begins with a gradual descent to Kyanjin Gompa. It is one of the most important and oldest monasteries in the Langtang region. On the way, you will pass by several chortens, prayer wheels, and colorful prayer flags. Further, you will pass by sacred mounds of rocks with inscriptions carved on them and reach Kynajin Gompa.

Elevation gain: 450 m

Elevation loss: 100 m

Accomodation: Lodge

walking: 3 Hours

Day 7: Acclimatization day and explore Tserko Ri (4984 M)

Today, you will wake up early and have breakfast. After that, you will go on a short excursion to Tserko Ri, from where you will get to see wonderful views of the surroundings.

Elevation gain: 1150 m

Elevation loss: 1150 m

Accomodation: Lodge

walking: Hours

Day 8: Trek to Lama Hotel (2470 M)

After having a warm breakfast, you will descend back to the Lama Hotel. The trail descends through dense forest and picturesque Tamang villages. You will also get to see beautiful views of the Himalayan mountains and gorgeous scenery on the way.

Elevation gain: 100 m

Elevation loss: 1450 m

Accomodation: Lodge

walking: 6-7 Hours

Day 9: Trek to Thulo Syabru (2250 M)

After breakfast, you will first descend to Pahiro. A little farther from Pahiro, you will leave the trail to Syabrubesi and ascend on a rugged path on the left side through a lush forest with a captivating landscape view. As you pass by the forest, you might come across Langur monkeys, Red Pandas, and rare Himalayan birds. Further, we will cross a bridge and ascend to the terraced field and reach Thulo Syabru. Thulo Syabru is located at the top of a hill and offers superb views of Langtang Himal (7234 M) and Ganesh Himal (7429 M).

Elevation gain: 440 m

Elevation loss: 600 m

Accomodation: Lodge

walking: 4-5 Hours

Day 10: Trek to Sing Gompa (3300 M)

From Thulo Syabru, you will ascend through the lush forest of rhododendron and reach Phoprang Danda (3190 M). Today again, you can see wild animals on the way. After trekking for a few hours, you will reach Sing Gompa/Chandan Bari, where you will be staying for the night. You can taste the special Nak Cheese here, which is famous worldwide.

Elevation gain: 1050 m

Elevation loss: 50 m

Accomodation: Lodge

walking: 5-6 Hours

Day 11: Trek to Gosaikunda (4380 M)

Trekking through small settlements, you will pass by the forested path. You will reach Lauribina, which will welcome you with an impressive view of Mt. Annapurna (8091 M), Mt. Manaslu (8156 M), and Ganesh Himal (7429 M), and several other snow-capped peaks. The trail will go through several villages and forested trails. You will visit Gosaikunda Lake. Besides this, there are several other lakes in this region, like Dudhkunda ( Milk Lake), Chandrakunda (Moon Lake), Amakunda (Mother Lake), Saraswati Kunda, Bhairav Kunda, and Ragatkunda (Blood Lake). However, among all these lakes, Gosaikunda is the most significant and the biggest holy lake.

Elevation gain: 1150 m

Elevation loss: 50 m

Accomodation: Lodge

walking: 5 Hours

Day 12: Trek to Ghopte (3440 M) via Laurebina Pass (4610 M)

You will begin trekking with a gradual ascent to the top of Laurebina Pass. From there, you will descend to Ghopte via Phedi, crossing several streams. You will also trek through dense Bamboo and Pine forest, along with enjoying the beautiful scenery on the way.

Elevation gain: 650 m

Elevation loss: 1500m

Accomodation: Lodge

walking: Hours

Day 13: Trek to Kutumsang (2470 M)

You will begin to ascend the Thadepati Pass through the Pine and Rhododendron forest. Then you will descend to Kutumsang. Upon reaching Kutumsang village, you will get to see magnificent views of Mt. Dorje Lhakpa (6966 M), Mt. Gaurishanker (7134 M), and Buddha Himal (7200 M).

Elevation gain: 550 m

Elevation loss: 1450 m

Accomodation: Lodge

walking: 6-7 Hours

Day 14: Trek to Chisapani (2165 M)

You will start the trek to Chisapani with a short ascent. After the end of the forested trail, you will descend to Golphu Bhanjyang. Then, ascending gradually via beautiful villages with gorgeous landscape views, you will arrive at Chisapani. On the way, you will get to witness beautiful views of Mt. Gaurishankar (7134 M) and reach Chisapani.

Elevation gain: 860 m

Elevation loss: 1150 m

Accomodation: Lodge

walking: 5 Hours

Day 15: Trek to Sundarijal (1460 M) and drive to Kathmandu (1350 M)

After having breakfast, you will ascend through the lush forest to Borlang Bhanjyang (2472 M). The trail then descends, passing by beautiful Tamang villages, Mulkharka. Further, trekking through the forested trail, you will pass by the gorgeous waterfall and reach Sundarijal. Here, you will take a small break for lunch and drive back to Kathmandu. You will end your day with a farewell dinner organized by the company.

Elevation gain: 300 m

Elevation loss: 1050 m

Accomodation: Lodge

walking: 5 Hours

Day 16: Final departure

After having breakfast, one of the members of our team will take you to the airport for your flight back to your home.

INCLUSIVES

All airport transfers and ground transportation by private vehicle as specified in the itinerary.

Domestic flights as described in the program.
Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on a twin-sharing basis with breakfast Bed & Breakfast.
Accommodation during the trek in comfortable teahouses/lodges as detailed in the day-by-day itinerary.
Full-board meals during the trek, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Afternoon tea with biscuits is served upon arrival at each lodge whenever available.
An experienced English-speaking or French-speaking Nepalese trekking guide throughout the trip. A French-speaking guide is guaranteed for groups of four or more participants.
A complete trekking team, including a licensed guide, one assistant guide for groups of four or more participants, and one porter for every two trekkers.
Porter or animal services for transporting luggage during the trek where required.
Luggage transport 13 kg maximum par person during the trek
All necessary trekking permits, national park entry fees, and restricted area permits as applicable.
Comprehensive first-aid kit carried by the guide.
Insurance coverage for all trekking staff.
All local and government taxes.

EXCLUSIVES

International flights.
Nepal entry visa fees.
Personal travel insurance, including medical expenses, emergency rescue, helicopter evacuation, hospitalization, repatriation, trip cancellation, interruption, and baggage loss.
Personal expenses, including drinks, snacks, laundry, souvenirs, and trekking equipment.
Sleeping bag rental available for approximately USD 1–2 per day if required.
Any services not specifically mentioned in the Price Includes section.
Airport transfers if you have arranged your international flights independently or if you arrive or depart on dates different from the rest of the group.

Personal Expenses at your own cost

Nepal tourist visa fee, payable upon arrival at Kathmandu International Airport.
Lunches and dinners in Kathmandu: approximately USD/EUR 5–10 per meal.
Optional sightseeing entrance fees for temples, monasteries, and monuments in the Kathmandu Valley: approximately USD/EUR 15–25 per person, depending on the sites visited.
Optional if someone rental horse for crossing high mountain passes with feeling difficulty: approximately USD 150, payable locally.
Hot showers in teahouses: approximately USD 1–2 per shower.
Wi-Fi and battery charging in teahouses: approximately USD 1–2 per use.
Bottled water, soft drinks, alcoholic beverages, and other personal drinks.

Tips

Tipping is a long-standing tradition in Nepal and is greatly appreciated by the local trekking team. At the end of the trek, it is customary to offer a collective tip to the guides, assistant guides, porters, drivers, cooks, and other support staff as a token of appreciation for their dedication and service. Our staff receive fair wages, so tipping is entirely voluntary and should reflect your level of satisfaction with the services provided. As a general guideline, we recommend allowing USD/EUR 40–60 per participant per week for tips. Before your trek begins, your guide will be happy to provide advice on how to distribute gratuities fairly among the team.