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Gosainkunda Trek


Gosaikunda Lake treks
Gosaikunda lies north of Kathmandu. The Gosaikunda loop is quite remote and thinly populated area. Gosaikunda, a glacier lake, is the most famous one with several others glacier lakes adjoining it. Thousands of Hindu pilgrims visit the lakes during a full- moon festival in August and Hindu people believe that the god Mahadev (Shiva), intoxicated by grief due to his wife’s (Pārbati) death, felt thirsty so he hit the stone with his holy stick, thus creating the lakes. In the same place Lake Gosaikunda originates and Hindu people believe that the image of Mahadev can be seen in the middle surface of the water. The lake is also scared to Buddhists.
This is a journey with numerous highlights, stunning views of Ganesh Himal, Manaslu and Annapurna massif as far as you can see. The Tamang and Sherpa people living here, physically and culturally resemble the Tibet inhabitants and their unique lifestyle is still thriving under their traditional attitude. Abundant wildlife, intense forest teaming with wild flowers and animal species, adds interest to this trek for nature lovers.
Gosaikunda Trekking in Nepal
Fact About the Langtang Valley trekking

Starting from                                    : Kathmandu
Ending at                                          : Kathmandu
Grade                                                :Medium + Hard
Highest access of the trek                : 4610 at Lauribinayak
Culture encounter                            : Sherpa / Tamang
Trekking type                                   : Teahouse
Most Attraction of the trek               : Close Mountain View, Villages and local people
Best Seasion                                   :  September to November, March to May 
Meal                                                : breakfast, lunch, & Dinner)
Activities                                          : Trekking
Transportation                                : Local bus or 4*4 wheeler drive          
Accommodation                              : Teahouse
Minimum Group Size                      : 1
Per day Walking                             : 5 to 7 hours per day
Itinerary type                                  : Fixed / Customized
Gosaikunda Trekking in Nepal
Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1: Kathmandu Arrival
Arrive in Kathmandu airport. Then transfer to Hotel.

Day 02: Kathmandu Valley City Tour
After breakfast,full day city Tour at Kathmandu in important and popular tour spots which are related with history, culutre and tradition of Nepal ,Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, Swayambhunath Monastery and Patan Durbar square which are in records of world heritage sites too

Day 03: Kathmandu to Dhunche
Drive from Kathmandu to Dhunche By vehicle

Day 04: Dhunche to Sing Gompa (3330m)
The trail from Dhunche crosses the river and heads through the forest. The trail climbs uphill most of the way until it reaches Sing Gompa.

Day 05: Sing Gompa to Laurebina Yak (3920m)
From Sing Gompa the trail climbs gradually up and reaches Chalang pati (3650m) where you have a splendid view of Langtang Lirung, Tibetan mountains and the forest filled with beautiful rhododendron and pine. The trail ascends to Laurebina Yak..

Day 06: Laurebina Yak to Gasainkunda (4460m)
The route ascends up to a small temple with a statue of Sakyamuni and further climbing you can see good views of Saraswati kunda (lake). After trekking some while you will have excellent views of Bhairav Kunda (lake) and climbing gently you will reach to Gosaikund.

Day 07: Gosainkunda to Gopte (3440m)
The trail leads to the northern side of Gosaikunda Lake, crosses a moraine, passing three more small lakes; you will reach Laurebina La (4610m). The trail descends to a National Park Post at Bhera Goth (4240m) and to Phedi (3740m). From Phedi the route drops and climbs through scrub bamboo to Dupichaur (3630m) and descends finally to Ghopte.

Day 08: Gopte to Tharepati (3640m)
Descending from Ghopte the trail makes several ups and down across moraines, then makes a final ascent to Tharepati observing the fine scenery along the path.

Day 09: Tharepati to Gul Bhanjyang (2140m)
From Tharepati the trail precedes passing through forests, to Magen Goth (3420m) and to Panghu. The trail descends through fir and rhododendron forest observing the view of beautiful and glittering peaks on its way to Khutumsang (2450m). Finally the trail descends to the delightful hill village of Gul Bhanjyang.

Day 10: Gul Bhanjyang to Chisopani (2134m)
The trek continues along the forested ridge climbing to Thodang Betini (2260m) and to Chipling (2170m). Making a very steep descent the trail heads to Pati Bhanjyang (1860m), a Brahman and Chhetri village. Then the trail proceeds to Chisopani where you can see the mountain views and the sunrise on the Himalaya.

Day 11: Chisopani to Sundari jal  and  Kathmandu
From Chisopani the route goes forward through the forest of oak and rhododendron, and brings you to Borlang Bhanjyang (2440m). After a while you will get to the Army check post where your Shivapuri entrance permit is checked, then to Mulkharka (1800m) from where you will have a spectacular view of Kathmandu valley. Descending through the forest you will reach to Sundarijal where there is a large water project. then take a vehicle Kathmandu

Day 12:  Final Departure
Transfer to Airport for your onward destination

Day by day itinerary for Gosaikunda Trekking

Day 1: Kathmandu Arrival
Day 02: Kathmandu Valley City Tour
Day 03: Kathmandu to Dhunche
Day 04: Dhunche to Sing Gompa (3330m)
Day 05: Sing Gompa to Laurebina Yak (3920m)
Day 06: Laurebina Yak to Gasainkunda (4460m)
Day 07: Gosainkunda to Gopte (3440m)
Day 08: Gopte to Tharepati (3640m)
Day 09: Tharepati to Gul Bhanjyang (2140m)
Day 10: Gul Bhanjyang to Chisopani (2134m)
Day 11: Chisopani to Sundari jal  and  Kathmandu
Day 12:  Final Departure
2nd Option for Gosaikunda treks 


Day 1: Kathmandu Arrival
Arrive in Kathmandu airport. Then transfer to Hotel.

Day 02: Kathmandu Valley City Tour
After breakfast,full day city Tour at Kathmandu in important and popular tour spots which are related with history, culutre and tradition of Nepal ,Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, Swayambhunath Monastery and Patan Durbar square which are in records of world heritage sites too

Day 03: Kathmandu to Dhunche
Drive from Kathmandu to Dhunche By vehicle

Day 04: Dhunche to Sing Gompa (3330m)
The trail from Dhunche crosses the river and heads through the forest. The trail climbs uphill most of the way until it reaches Sing Gompa.

Day 05: Sing Gompa to Laurebina Yak (3920m)
From Sing Gompa the trail climbs gradually up and reaches Chalang pati (3650m) where you have a splendid view of Langtang Lirung, Tibetan mountains and the forest filled with beautiful rhododendron and pine. The trail ascends to Laurebina Yak..

Day 06: Laurebina Yak to Gosainkunda (4460m)
The route ascends up to a small temple with a statue of Sakyamuni and further climbing you can see good views of Saraswati kunda (lake). After trekking some while you will have excellent views of Bhairav Kunda (lake) and climbing gently you will reach to Gosaikund.

Day 07 : Back from Gosainkunda to Sing Gompa 
On that day same way we will back to Sign Gompa 

Day 08 : Trek back to Dhunche 

Day 09 : Drive back to Kathmandu 

Day 10 : Fly back to Home country 
Day by day itinerary  for Gosaikunda trekking


Day 1: Kathmandu Arrival
Day 02: Kathmandu Valley City Tour
Day 03: Kathmandu to Dhunche
Day 04: Dhunche to Sing Gompa (3330m)
Day 05: Sing Gompa to Laurebina Yak (3920m)
Day 06: Laurebina Yak to Gosainkunda (4460m)
Day 07 : Back from Gosainkunda to Sing Gompa 
Day 08 : Trek back to Dhunche 
Day 09 : Drive back to Kathmandu 
Day 10 : Fly back to Home country 

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