Langtang Gosainkunda Trek

On this day, you explore the UNESCO enlisted world heritage sites around Kathmandu, namely: Pashupatinath, Swayambhunath, Boudhanath, and Kathmandu Durbar Square. Kathmandu is a melting pot of various religions, cultures, and beliefs; hence, you can find numerous monuments belonging to various cultures here. These heritages of religious and cultural significance represent the true spirit of the valley. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.

An early morning drive, north of Kathmandu will set you on the road to Gosainkunda. The jump point, however, will be Sybrubensi. A glimpse of remote Nepal, with underdeveloped road structure, will be evident as you traverse the gorgeous hills of Nepal. Trishuli Bazaar is a stop on the way to Sybrubensi. Overnight stay at Sybrubensi.

Coinciding with the Langtang Valley trek, the trail runs past Bhote Koshi River and Langtang Khola. The trail also takes to Rimche and various Tamang settlements that reflect on remote Himalayan culture and influence of neighboring Tibet. This final stretch of the trek takes you past grooves of rhododendron trees and lush green forest. Overnight stay at Lama Hotel.

Himalayan ranges greet you early in the morning as you set off for Langtang village in the valley. Riverside followed by Ghodatabela will be two major stops as the trail cuts through the lush green oak forest while crossing Langtang Khola on occasions. Arrive at Langtang village after trekking past beautiful landscape and waterfalls. Overnight stay at Langtang Village.

A day of spiritual exploration, we set off for Kyanjin Gompa. Prayer flags flutter at a distance with the trail cutting through a channel of desolate hills on either side. Onto the village of Mundu, we cross over antique wooden bridge more than once before taking on residual moraines as Kyanjin Gompa appears. Overnight stay at Kyanjin Gompa.

An exploration day this, first we set off to the famous Cheese factory and savor cheese and curd delicacies made out of Yak milk. Shortly, we head on a hike to the highest point of this trek, Tserko Ri (4984m). From the summit, views of Langtang Lirung (7227m), Langtang II (6596m), and Dorje Lakpa (6966m) will mesmerize our senses. Completing our excursion for the day, head back to Kyanjin. Overnight stay at Kyanjin Gompa.

After a breakfast treat by the Himalayas with scenic vistas, set out for Lama Hotel. On this day, we head back along the trail past Langtang village and arrive at Lama Hotel. Small herders shed at Ghodatabela will be a welcome stop for tiring legs before heading further down along Tamang village to Lama Hotel. Overnight in Lama Hotel.

On this day, we set off on yet another wilderness trail but along the same track until we reach a crossroad. First up is a trek to Rimche village followed by a downhill trod to Langtang River? Taking the trail to Thulo Syabru we descend further down the Langtang valley to Bamboo and finally ascend passing a waterfall and host of tea houses. Overnight stay at Thulo Syabru.

With a beautiful panorama of the endless valley in the morning, we leave this village and head on to Lauribinayak along the terraced fields, Dursagang, and Foprang Danda. With a chance to view the wildlife esp. the red panda, we take up a challenging trek past lush forests. Passing Phulung Monastery we arrive at Shin Gompa, one of the oldest monasteries in this region. And, climb further before we arrive in Lauribinayak. Overnight stay at Lauribinayak.

The trek starts steadily climbing over steep terrain. The vegetation depletes as the Himalayas grow larger with Langtang, Ganesh and Manaslu Himal range coming in view. Trekking along a ridge, the picturesque lakes start appearing with Saraswati and Bhairav Kunda giving way to Gosainkunda. This area comprises of 10 lakes among which aforementioned three are largest. Enjoy the spectacular views as you spend the night here.

Leaving the sanctity of Gosainkunda, hike up to the Laurebina pass (4610m) along with a rough terrain with little to no trace of a trail. Having entered the Helambu region, one of three districts touched by Langtang National Park, the descent to Melamchi valley takes through the rugged terrain of boulders. Then passing another of the congregating lakes-Surya Kunda- we arrive in Ghopte. Overnight stay at Ghopte.

Start the trek along streams running down from the glaciers up north. Passing by Tharepati we collide onto the Helambu trail headed for Melamchi Gaon, another popular stop in this region. We take the trail to Kutumsang and arrive at Mangengoth before the Mere Danda pass (3510m). Finally, a descent along a stretch of rhododendron grooves will lead to Kutumsang village. Overnight stay at Kutumsang.

Astounding as it sounds, the circuit is complete once you arrive in Chisapani and hike down to Sundarijal next day. First, a climb from Kutumsang is followed by a descent to Gul Bhanjyang. A 4-hour trek day this, it is filled with ups and downs. From Gul Bhanjyang, a short trek will lead to Chipling followed by Chisapani. Overnight stay at Chisapani.

Another 4-hour trek will mark the penultimate day of this trip. The first half of the day entails a walk past the fairly easy trail that descends along the Shivapuri National Park. Serene Views of Northern Himalayas catch our eyes as we hike down through Borlang Bhanjyang all the way to Sundarijal. With the trek coming to an end, we catch a ride back to Kathmandu where we check back into the hotel and attend a farewell dinner in the evening. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.