Langtang Gosaikunda Trek

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The Langtang Gosaikunda trek begins with a scenic drive from Kathmandu to Syabru Besi. Climb aboard a local bus and embark on a 7-8 hour drive through picturesque landscapes, charming villages, and winding mountain roads. As you ascend, marvel at the stunning views of terraced fields, rushing rivers, and the majestic Himalayan peaks in the distance. After reaching Syabru Besi, you will rest and prepare for the journey ahead.

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After a hearty breakfast, put on your hiking boots and set off on a 5-hour hike to the Lama Hotel. The trail meanders through lush forests filled with rhododendrons and bamboos, providing a refreshing and serene environment. Immerse yourself in the tranquility of nature as you listen to the symphony of birdsong and the soothing sound of the flowing river. Upon arrival at Hotel Lama, you will enjoy a well-deserved rest among the natural beauties of the environment.

The hike from Lama Hotel to Langtang takes you through the beautiful trails that take your breath away. The route today does not have a long ascend, so the walk is easier than the previous day. As you keep moving forward, the trail widens and opens up to the fantastic view of mountains. You then hike some more through the forests and reach a ridge over the Langtang River. A bit ahead of here is Ghodatabela, where you have our lunch. From here, you again cross the river using the wooden bridge and descend to a glacier moraine. On the other side of the moraine lies the beautiful Langtang village.

After breakfast, you leave the village behind and head for Kyanjin Gompa. The hike between these two villages offers you some of the spectacular views of the Himalayas. The route takes you through Laja Khola and up to a viewpoint that gives the panoramic sight of Kinshung and Lirung icefall. From there, you make a slight descent and reach Kyanjin Gompa.

We will stay at Kyanjin Gompa for acclimatization on this day. The upper Langtang Valley offers stunning close views of the tall mountains and glaciers. We will be visiting several sites, such as the Yak cheese factory and Kyanjin Gompa Monastery. If you want, you can trek to Langshisha Kharka and the Tserko Ri (5450) viewpoint, from where you can catch the beautiful mountain views of the Himalayan peaks - including Langtang Lirung (7,227m), Langtang II (6,596m), and Yala peak (5,500m). 

Today you return to Lama Hotel, so if you wish, then you can visit the Gompa before the trek. After breakfast, you hike out of the village while viewing the beautiful scenarios. The trail is mostly downhill, which is surprisingly long. You go back over your steps back to Lama Hotel, so you return, passing the beautiful forests and crossing suspension bridges. You arrive at Lama Hotel by viewing the cascading waterfall, beautiful Himalayas, and colorful flowers.­

You eat your breakfast, pack your bags, and get back on the trail. As you head down, you might run into a flock of goats that are grazing on the land. Then you continue the journey through the dense forest of birch, oak, pine, and rhododendron. After walking for hours, you arrive at Thulo Syabru, your destination for today. 

Today, you continue the walk for hours to reach Forpang Danda, where you stop for lunch. After the meal, you move ahead and follow the trail that continues to wind upward through the deep forest. The blooming flowers make the trails more colorful and beautiful. Walking through the forests, you make a slight ascend in the courses and reach Singh Gompa. The beauty of mountains in the backdrop overwhelms you. This place offers marvelous views of the valleys and landscapes.

Today is another exciting trekking day as you head towards the beautiful turquoise lake. The trek from Singh Gompa to Gosaikunda Lake is short and relatively easy. The trek begins with a slow ascent through the colorful forest while viewing the mountains in between the trees. After hiking for an hour or two, you reach Cholongpat and have your breakfast. From there, you climb the trail for another hour and reach the top of Lauribina which gives an exotic view of Ganesh Himal. Then ascending steeply forward, you pass a few high fields and cross a ridge to get the first glimpse of the lakes. As you keep charging ahead, the trails lead you to Gosaikunda village. You rest for the day and give your legs some break here.

Today you explore the lake and descend to Chandanbari.  You take the uphill trail from the village and reach the holy lake in about an hour and a half. The beautiful lake resides below the blue sky, surrounded by a marvelous landscape. Enjoy the views and take some pictures of this place. Later, you descend the trails and head back to the village for lunch. Then packing your bags, you get back on the track and head towards Chandanbari.Chandanbari has a famous local dairy where you can try their delicious curd, milk, etc. Also, do not miss the view of the majestic Himalayan.

The trekking journey ends today with the trek from Chandanbari to Dhunche. After breakfast, you leave the village, follow the off-beat trails, and reach the Langtang River. You then cross over the river and enter the mystical oak and rhododendron forests. Viewing the mountains from between the trees, you reach a viewpoint to stop for lunch. Again following the trails, you make a steep descent and arrive at Dhunche.

Today you wake up early then catch the ride back to Kathmandu. You return via the same route you came to see the marvelous vistas of hills and landscapes.  Your guide drives you back to your hotel and ends the trip.