Tour Duration:
5N6D/8N9D
Country:
Nepal
Activity:
Pilgrimage site
Region:
Rasuwa/Langtang-Helambu Trek Route
Accommodation:
Bed and Breakfast
Grade:
Moderate
Best Season:
Jun/July festive season
Departure From:
Kathmandu
Gosaikunda is a sacred, high-altitude alpine lake in Nepal’s Langtang National Park, Rasuwa District revered by Hindus and Buddhists, believed to have been created by Lord Shiva and serving as the source of the Trishuli River. Mythology says Shiva created it by thrusting his trident (Trishul) to get water after consuming poison from the cosmic ocean churning (Samudra Manthan).It’s a major pilgrimage site. It is also a popular trekking destination offering stunning Himalayan views, unique local culture, and rich biodiversity, including rhododendron forests and rare wildlife. Gosaikunda is a significant place of interest on the Dhunche –Helambu route trekking route. This trek adjoins the famous Langtang Valley trek in the same district.
We have 5 days and 7 days ternary. For the beginners the longer days you trek, the more you acclimatize though 5 days trek is also moderately accessible for regular fitness.
- Trail: Part of the Langtang trekking route, offering diverse landscapes from forests to high ridges.
- Flora & Fauna: Rich in rhododendrons (blooming red in spring), oak, pine, and home to musk deer and red pandas.
- Scenery: Stunning panoramic Himalayan views (Langtang, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal),
- Rich Tamang/Sherpa culture, ancient monasteries (Kyanjin Gompa), local cheese factories
- Pilgrimage and religious significance in month of July/August
Itinerary
Expand AllOvernight at. Kathmandu
Overnight at Dhunche with local dinner
Meals:
dinner included
Trek to Chandan Bari (3330 m)., 5 to 6-hour walk.Overnight lodge at chandanbari near cheese factory
Accommodation:
BNB
Trek to Gosaikunda (4380 m) about 7 hour’s walk Overnight stay around lake camp or lodge as per availability
Overnight at Dhunche Hotel.
Leisure evening time at Kathmandu
Drop to the airport after Breakfast.
Cost Include
- An experienced and registered local trekking guide.
- Gosaikunda trekking permit and documentation fee.
- Meals: 7 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 2 dinners.
- Accommodation in tea houses (lodges) during the trek on a twin-sharing basis
- All local land transportation to and from trekking
- Necessary insurance for trekking staffs.
- Guide and porters fee with all their other expenses
- All taxes and documentation fees
Cost Exclude
- Meals and transportation in Kathmandu
- Bar and beverage drinks during the trek/Personal trekking gear, travel insurance
- Nature of personal expenses like toiletries, laundry, and phone calls.
- Rescue evacuation in case of emergency.
- Porter to carry your pack/Tips to guide and porters
Gallery/Video
- Altitude: Gosaikunda is at 4,380m; acclimatization is crucial at Chandanbari (3,250m) and Lauribinayak (3,910m).
- Pass: The challenging Lauribinayak La (4,610m) offers views but is high-risk for AMS.
- Variety: The longer routes often loop through the LangtangValley or Helambu, offering diverse experiences.
- Logistics: Expect long drives on bumpy roads; permits are checked at Dhunche.
- Permits: You must obtain a Langtang National Park Entry Permit and a TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management System) Card.
- Best Seasons: The clearest skies and safest trail conditions occur from March to May (Spring) and September to November (Autumn) but the month of july/august carries the pilgrimage tour during festival of Janai Purnima.
- Difficulty: This is a moderate trek but requires good physical fitness due to steep stone staircases and high altitudes.
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