Langtang Gosainkunda Trek
Trip Overview
Overview
The Langtang Gosainkunda Trek is a breathtaking adventure that combines the natural beauty of the Langtang region with the serene charm of the sacred Gosainkunda Lake. This trek takes you through stunning landscapes, remote villages, and pristine forests, offering a memorable experience for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers alike. Starting from Syabrubesi, the trek winds its way through lush rhododendron forests, picturesque valleys, and charming villages inhabited by the Tamang people, known for their rich culture and warm hospitality. As you ascend higher, the views become more spectacular, with snow-capped peaks, cascading waterfalls, and rugged cliffs dominating the horizon. One of the highlights of the Langtang Gosainkunda Trek is the visit to Gosainkunda Lake, a sacred site for both Hindus and Buddhists. At an altitude of 4,380 meters, the pristine turquoise waters of the lake believes to have formed by Lord Shiva himself. The surrounding mountains and glaciers create a dramatic backdrop, adding to the spiritual ambiance of the place. Throughout the trek, you'll have the opportunity to interact with locals, visit monasteries, and gain insights into the traditional mountain way of life. The journey is also a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, as the region is home to rare species like the red panda and the Himalayan black bear. The Langtang Gosainkunda Lake Trek typically completed in around 10-12 days, with moderate difficulty. It requires a good level of fitness and a sense of adventure. The best time to embark on this trek is during the spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) seasons, when the weather is clear, and the views are at their best.Conclusion and Summary
In conclusion, the Langtang Gosainkunda Lake Trek offers an unforgettable journey through awe-inspiring landscapes, cultural encounters, and spiritual experiences. It's a perfect blend of adventure and tranquility, allowing you to immerse yourself in the natural wonders of the Langtang region while discovering the sacred beauty of Gosainkunda Lake.Trip Highlight
- Visit Langtang – the valley of glaciers, pine forests, green meadows, terraced fields.
- Beautiful views of snow-capped mountains, waterfalls, deep gorges, stone-driven mills, and suspension bridges
- Beautiful Lirung and Kim Sung glaciers
- Visit monasteries in Shin Gompa and Kyanjin Gompa
- Tibetan border region
- Local cheese factory at Kyanjin Gompa
- Trek through dense alpine forests and rhododendron.
- Sightseeing tour to the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Kathmandu
- Magnificent view of mount Langtang, Manaslu, Annapurna, Ganesh Himal Etc.
- Discover the culture and tradition of Tamang, Sherpa and other ethnic people
- Visit the majestic Gosaikunda Lake, which is a famous religious place of pilgrimage.
- Opportunity to observe the diverse flora and fauna in the Langtang National Park
- Reach Tsergo Ri, the highest point of the trek, and enjoy exceptional mountain views
- Side trip to Kyanjin Ri (4,773m), Tsergo/Cherko Ri (4,984m) Viewpoints
Itinerary
When you arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu, you will be met by a representative from our office who will take you to your reserved hotel. After check-in at a hotel, you will receive rest. The representative of our office will host the briefing session about your tour and trekking. In the evening, you can stroll through the city and try out what it has to offer. Thamel is a tourist center where you can get at least one activity that you may enjoy. You will spend the night in three-star deluxe hotels.
Meals included: None
Have breakfast in the early morning and set off to explore the city of Kathmandu. On this day, you visit 4 of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Our private vehicle will pick you up from your hotel and take you to these historical sites such as Swayambhunath Stupa, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Boudhanath Stupa, and Pasupatinath Temple. You can also visit the Pokharis, the temples, and many other monuments. You can also buy the essentials for trekking.
Meals included: Breakfast
After an early breakfast, we start with a scenic drive on a local bus out of Kathmandu Valley to Syabrubesi – northwest of Kathmandu. From the way, you can see beautiful scenery – raging rivers, terraced fields, typical Nepali villages, and snow-capped peaks. The road is smooth up to Trishuli Bazaar. Then the road becomes a little rugged as it ascends to Dhunche and descends back down to Syabrubesi, a bazaar town with much to explore – including riverside hot springs where you can relax.
- Overnight stay at Hotel Trekkers Inn (room with attached bathroom)
- Included meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
From Syabrubesi, we begin our first day on the trail. We cross the Bhote Kosi to Langtang River and then follow the Langtang River through the fertile jungle and terraced fields. Up ahead, we pass the landslide area, climb up to Bamboo, and gradually ascend to Rimche, located at the bank of Langtang River. On the way lie several rural settlements, bamboo and birch forests, where you might spot rare, local wildlife – including the red panda. We continue to trek up to the Lama Hotel village.
- Overnight stay at Lama Guest House
- Included meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
We continue our trek alongside the Langtang River while ascending through dense forests. On the way, we will be able to catch glimpses of snowy peaks beckoning us forward. Eventually, the narrow river valley widens out at Ghoda Tabela. In the past, there was a Tibetan resettlement project running here. We will stop at the Ghoda Tabela army check post to register our papers. Then we cross the east side of the river as we get closer to the Langtang Valley. We continue past the prayer wheels driven by flowing water and prayer flags to scenic Langtang village, inhabited by Tamangs.
- Overnight stay at Village View Hotel (room with attached bathroom)
- Included meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
OR
You will continue to ascend from the Lama Hotel and enjoy the mountain landscape with numerous waterfalls. When you reach to Ghoda Tabela, you can see beautiful white peaks of the Mount Langtang. Our path continues through the wide valley and past temporary settlements that are used by shepherds. You passed a Buddhist monastery before you reach Langtang Village, which was affected by the April 2015 earthquake. You made your way to Mundu. Night stay in Mundu.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
We continue ascending as we pass through small abandoned villages and meadows. The wide Langtang valley offers far-reaching panoramas of the mighty Himalayas. Our route crosses several tributaries and a glacial moraine. We, then, finally arrive at what once was the largest settlement of our journey, a place known as Kyanjin Gompa, named after the nearby, ancient monastery of Kyanjin Gompa. The Kyanjin Gompa is mostly abandoned after being badly affected by the 2015 earthquake. After lunch, we climb to Kyajo Ri Viewpoint at 5,150m / 19,600ft to catch spectacular views of several mountain ranges and Langtang Valley. However, this is an optional trek.
- Overnight stay at Namaste Guest House (room with attached bathroom)
- Included meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
OR
After breakfast, you make your way to Kyangjin Gompa, a main monastery in the region. You passed water mills, prayer wheels, and choruses with holy rocky hills with inscriptions. You also gave the most giant mani wall in Nepal. After a short walking, you’ll spend the rest time visiting the Buddhist shrine in with magnificent mountain views. There you spend the night in a tea house.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
We will stay at Kyanjin Gompa for acclimatization on this day. The upper Langtang Valley offers stunning close views of thetall 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, Yala Peak, Ghangchhempo, Pogen Dhopku, Morimoto Peak. In the late afternoon, you return to Kyangjin Gompa and explore the beautiful monastery while enjoying the view of the Himalayas, the glaciers, birds, and yaks.
- Overnight stay at Namaste Guest House (room with attached bathroom)
- Included meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
From Kyanjin Gomba, we bid goodbye to the upper highlands and start descending on a route that will take us out of the valley. We follow the same path that took us to Kyanjin Gomba. On the way, we will pass the Langtang Village and then stop for lunch at Ghora Tabela, where we register our exit at the army check post. After a leisurely lunch, we descend through the dense forests of the river valley to Lama Hotel.
- Overnight stay at Lama Guest House
- Included meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
This day you will descend to the banks of Langtang Khola and cross a small waterfall. The route will take us through rhododendron and bamboo forest, teeming with wild lives like wild boar and monkeys. You can also see great views of Ganesh Himal from the route. At the end of this day’s trek, we will cross a suspension bridge to reach the bottom of the Thulo Syabru village.
- Overnight stay at Hotel Ganesh Himal (room with attached bathroom)
- Included meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
From Thulo Syabru, we gradually climb upwards and pass Langtang National Park’s army checkpoint. Within half an hour of uphill trekking, we reach Daragang. The trail is less steep from here, as it passes, through the hemlock and oak forest. While passing the forest you may also spot the rare red panda. We continue our trek forward through Dhimsa and Sing Gompa to Cholangpati, where we will stop for the night.
- Overnight stay at Mountain Lodge.
- Included meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
OR
You will go uphill to reach Shin Gompa. The path is covered with rhododendron forest. It takes almost four hours to be there. On the way, you will come across a cheese dairy where you can try the cheese. You walk through villages such as Garta and the Phulung Monastery. You will spend the night in a tea house in Shin Gompa.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
As you climb up, the beautiful Langtang Himal (7234 m) – the most famous peak in the entire Langtang Range, will be greeting you. We start walking on a desolated barren mountain trail. As you climb higher, you will see more mountains on the horizon – the majestic Langtang Himal, Ganesh Himal, and even the Annapurnas on the west horizon. A few hours later, we arrive at Laure Binayak, then we will begin the uphill climb to Gosainkunda. After two hours of the steep climb, we will reach a chorten, and after an hour of trekking, you will see views of beautiful waterfalls and lakes – Saraswati Kunda and Bhairav Kunda, both of these lakes are formed by water flowing from Gosainkunda. Hindus consider this site holy as they believe that this is a favorite place of Lord Shiva. Gosainkunda receives thousands of pilgrims each year for a holy Hindu festival in the fall.
- Overnight stay at Hotel Namaste
- Included meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
OR
After breakfast at Shin Gompa, trek to Gosainkunda. You go uphill to reach Laure Bina. You can enjoy the spectacular view of mountains like Annapurna, Hiunchuli, Manaslu, Ganesh and Langtang, and the Tibetan plateau. You follow a ridge almost all day and take a look at the first of the sacred lakes. The third lake in Gosaikunda has an exclusive spiritual and cultural connotation for Nepalese. It is one of the most important places of pilgrimage in Nepal. The lake is surrounded by mountains on almost all sides and accompanied by nine other lakes. Each year during Janai Purnima in August, hundreds of Hindu pilgrims visit the lake for a sacred bath. The large rock remains as the Shiva Shrine in the middle of the lake. Night stay in Gosaikunda.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Today, you will cross the Laurebina La High Pass to the scenic Helambu region. From Gosainkunda lake, the path first descends from the lodges to the lake. Then our walk along the northern shore starts to get steep as we approach the Laurebina La Pass, but before reaching this pass, you will walk past three or more small lakes.
The Laurebina La Pass is marked with a stone stupa and many praying flags. This pass forms the highest point of the Langtang Trek. We then descend through a wide valley to High Camp (4240 m) and walk further down on a steeper and rocky path to Phedi. Right after Phedi, we descend to a footbridge across a stream. The journey from Phedi to Ghopte is demanding with long ascents.
- Overnight stay at Hotel Namaste
- Included meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
We start trekking through groves of juniper, rhododendron, and pine in a remote, unpopulated area before we reach the peaceful highland setting of Tharepati. From Tharepati, the path descends gently through the forest on the western ridge slope. After walking for a while, we will pass a large meadow with ruins of shepherd’s huts. From the route, you can see Gangchempo and Dorje Lakpa peaks. Then the descent gets steeper as it leads through a forest to Magin Goth (3265m). After a short walk, we will pass Kuala Bhanjyang (3335m) and descend to the village of Kutumsang (2470m).
- Overnight stay at Hotel Namaste
- Included meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
OR
You have breakfast in Ghopte and head towards Mangengoth. You will go down the ridge covered with rhododendron forests. If you walk a few hours, you will reach Tharepati. You can rest there for a while. You then descend the path to reach Mangeengoth. You can observe the stunning Helambu Valley and the beautiful mountain range along the way. You will spend the night in a tea house in Mangengoth.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
From Kutumsang, we will ascend for a while and then descend to Gul Bhanjyang (2140m) Village. Then we climb up to reach a dusty wide road at Thorong Danda (2500m) and continue on a steep and rocky path to Chipping village.
We then drop down steadily and reach Pati Bhanjyang (1760m) – a village between Chipping and Chisopani. After walking half an hour from here, we reach Chisopani, famous for spectacular panoramic views of several mountains.
- Overnight stay at Tashi Delek Guest Lodge (room with attached bathroom)
- Included meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
OR
After breakfast in Mangengoth, head towards Golphu Bhanjyang. You walk along the forest-covered path. It is considered a relatively easy way. On the way, you get a beautiful view of the mountains and the surrounding landscapes. If you walk a few hours, you will reach Kutumasang, where you will cross a pass. Then continue down to Gulphu Bhanjuang Village. You can take a look at the Mount Annapurna and Manaslu from here.
You walk the path to reach Pati Bhanjyang from Gulphu Bhanjyang. When you cross Pati Bhanjyang, keep descending and then climbing up to reach the beautiful village of Chisapani. It is an ideal vantage point for viewing the surrounding landscape and the Himalayas. It is also one of the most popular short trekking destinations. You can visit the Hindu temple in Chisapani. There you spend the night in a tea house.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
After a few minutes walk after Chisopani, we reach the Shivapuri National Park checkpoint. From here, we take a wide road leading down the hill, then on a paved path up the hill. Eventually, walking past a few water reservoirs and large water pipes, we reach Sundarijal (1380m), where we say goodbye to the trails and take local transport to Kathmandu.
- Included meals (Breakfast + Lunch)
Your trip ends here. You take you to the airport for your connecting flight to the next destination and wish you goodbye. However, if you decide to stay in Nepal or travel to another destination, you can let us know. We are delighted to assist you with another trip.
Meals included: Breakfast
Departures & Availability
The set departure dates listed are specially quoted and specified for group joining option. Let us know if the set departure dates are not suitable for you- another dates which are suitable for you can certainly be added by us.
Check Available Dates
| Start Date | Price | Availability |
|---|
All trip prices are per person based on double occupancy, are subject to change without notice and do not include airfare. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars.
Price include
- Kathmandu to Syabrubesi (trek start) and Sundarijal back to Kathmandu (trek end) by local bus
- Accommodation (total 12 nights): six nights accommodation with private attached bathroom at Syabrubesi, Langtang Village, and Kyanjin Gompa (2N) Thulo Syabru and Chisopani, six nights standard rooms at Lama Hotel (2N), Cholangpati, Gosainkunda lake, Ghopte, and Kutumsang (Twin Sharing Room)
- All standard meals ( 13 Lunches, 12 Dinners, and 13 Breakfasts) during the trek
- Government licensed Friendship World Trekking experienced trek leader/guide (an assistant guide for 12 or above trekkers) and porter to help trekkers. The maximum luggage weight limit is 9 Kg per trekker.
- Guides and porters costs – including meals, insurance, salary, lodging, transportation, and other necessary equipment
- Langtang National Park entry permit fee
- Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) card fee
- Snacks (cookies) and seasonal fresh fruits every day
- All government, local taxes, and official expenses
- Rescue operation arrangement in case of complicated health conditions (funded by travel insurance)
- Souvenir – a company’s T-shirt & cap
- Friendship World Trek achievement certificate
- Farewell dinner at the end of the trek in Kathmandu
Price Excludes
- International flight airfare
- On arrival Nepal entry visa fees at Tribhuvan International Airport (15 days – $25-30, 30 days- $40-50 and 90 days- $100-110)
- Excess baggage charges (Limit is 9kg per person)
- All accommodation and meals in Kathmandu, before and after the journey
- Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu due to early arrival, late departure, early return from the trek.
- Personal expenses (shopping, snacks, boil bottled water, hot (tea/coffee) and cold drinks, hot shower, Alcohol, Wi-Fi, telephone call, battery re-charge fee, extra porters, etc
- Personal clothing and gear.
- Travel insurance which has to cover emergency high-altitude rescue and evacuation (compulsory)
- Tips for guide and porters
- Additional costs due to delays caused by circumstances beyond our control like bad weather conditions, lodge unavailability, itinerary modification, etc
- All the costs and expenses not listed in Include List will be counted as excludes
Gears And Equipment
Trip Information
Langtang Gosaikunda Trek in Nepal
You will arrive in Kathmandu at Tribhuvan International Airport before 3 pm, at least one day earlier than the trip start date for last-minute preparations. If, in case, you missed the online trip briefing, it will also provide us time to conduct an in-person briefing. An overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu is required upon arrival. The next day, we will be traveling to our destination via the local bus. Your trek begins from Syabrubesi (Gateway to Langtang). We can either take a local bus for an eight to nine hours journey from the Langtang trek begins.
Local transportation (KTM to Syabrubesi and Sundari Jal – Kathmandu ) is included in the package. For comfort, you can book a private jeep for an extra cost.
Complimentary Airport Pickup
Friendship World Trek provides free airport arrival and departure transfer on any flight for our valuable clients who have booked the Langtang Gosaikunda Trek package. A company representative will be at the airport holding a pamphlet with your name on it. After welcoming you, they will present you either with a Khada or a Marigold garland and take you to your hotel in a private vehicle.
Langtang Gosaikunda Trek Accommodation Details
Langtang Gosaikunda Trek includes twelve nights of lodge-to-lodge stays at the best available lodges in trek regions. We provide six nights of accommodation in rooms with a private attached bathroom at Syabrubesi, Langtang Village, Kyanjin Gompa(2N), Thulo Syabru, and Chisopani, and six nights of accommodations in standard rooms at Lama Hotel (2N), Cholangpati, Gosainkunda lake, Ghopte, and Kutumsang.
For solo trekkers, we will arrange a single private room with an attached bathroom wherever available and a single private room in most places.
You may need two nights of hotel stay in Kathmandu before and after the trek, but it is not included in the package. Kathmandu has a wide range of hotels for all budgets and interests.
Meals during the trek
Langtang Gosaikunda trek takes you to high elevations. Hence your body requires enough nutritious food. We provide you with enough nutritious and tasty food in trek regions, but you will not get all the choices available in cities. We provide you with 13 breakfasts, 13 lunches, and 12 dinners during the trek.
Some of the popular menu items are –
Thirteen breakfasts – Oatmeal, Corn Flakes, French toast with Jam, Butter, Cheese, Honey, Tibetan bread or Chapati, Local Tsampa porridge, Eggs, Pancakes, Muesli Breads, fruits, Vegetables, Hot Drinks (varieties of teas and coffees, hot chocolates, etc.)
Thirteen lunches – Dhal, Bhat, Tarkari, Tibetan Bread, Various Soups, Sherpa Stew, Steaks, Sandwiches, Momo (dumplings), Macaroni dishes, Tenduk, Spaghetti Noodles, Thukpa, Pasta, Vegetable curry, Potatoes, Vegetables, Salad Pizza (Tomato, Mushroom, Mixed), Snacks (Papad, Prawn), Desserts, (Rice Pudding, Apple pie), etc
Twelve Dinners – Dhal, Bhat, Tarkari, Tibetan Bread, Various Soups, Sherpa Stew, Steaks, Sandwiches, Momo (dumplings), Macaroni, Tenduk Spaghetti, Noodles Thukpa, Pasta, Vegetable Curry, Potato items, Vegetable and Salad Pizza (Tomato, Mushroom, Mixed), Snacks (Papad, Prawn), Korean Ramen, Desserts (Rice Pudding, Apple pie), Hard Drinks, Steaks, etc
The menu offers traditional, Asian, and Western cuisine, but as we climb up, the menu gets shorter.
We highly recommend fresh vegetable items and plenty of liquids such as green tea, lemon tea, hot lemon, ginger tea, and garlic soup (must) at high altitudes. Though plenty of non-veg items are available in trek regions, we do not recommend any of them because the meat in these regions may not be hygienic and healthy.
Similarly, we encourage you to avoid dairy, alcoholic, caffeinated, and hot chocolate items as experts suggest avoiding these items at high-elevation treks.
All personal bills (alcoholic, hot (tea/coffee), and cold drinks) in tea houses/ lodges except standard meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner with seasonal fruits) are excluded from the package.
Best time for Langtang Gosainkunda trek
The weather is the crucial factor to consider for a trek to Langtang Gosaikunda. Spring and autumn are the best seasons for an easy trek with great mountain views. During winter, the trek regions are cold due to snowfall, while the summer monsoon makes the trails slippery and wet.
January – February
This is the coldest season, especially from early January to early February. There is heavy snowfall in the mountains as the temperature dips. Daytime will be warm and admirable with clear skies but, the night is cold. Trek will be a little challenging nevertheless, you will get magical views of snow-capped hills and mountains.
March – April
It is one of the best times to trek to the Langtang and Gosaikunda. The weather is very favorable, and you can catch stunning views of the Langtang Lirung, Langtang II, and other mountains. Temperatures start increasing from mid-March, and many trekkers choose to trek to the Langtang Gosainkunda region during this time. The luscious green, dense bamboo, and birch forests add a new dimension to the whole trek experience.
May – June
This is also the perfect time for trekking, right before the monsoon. Rainfall in Nepal begins from the end of June till mid-August. The spring-summer season makes the trek much more enjoyable.
July – August
The rainfall hits its peak during this time, and you’ll see clouds often. The trails will get a bit slippery but, trekking can still be fun due to the magnificent waterfalls, raging rivers, and frequent rainbows.
September – October
It is another perfect season for the Langtang Gosaikunda trek. As the monsoon slowly ends, a perfect trekking climate sets in. The temperature goes up to 20 degrees during the day and falls to 5 degrees at night. Most trekkers enjoy trekking the most during these months as the skies are clear, allowing great views of the mountains. We highly recommend this time for the Langtang Valley trek, especially between mid to end of September. Nepal’s two biggest festivals – Dashain and Tihar – also fall in these months.
November – December
The winter sets in, and snowfalls begin in the Langtang region, eventually making it challenging to trek. However, you can trek during November, thanks to the sparkling days. With clear skies, the mountains look stunning, but as December starts, the temperatures dip. The nights can get cold with temperatures as low as -5 degrees Celsius.
The weather in the mountain region is unpredictable and changes quickly.
Acclimatization
Your 13-day Langtang Gosaikunda Trek package spends two nights over 3500m, where there are chances of being affected by altitude sickness, also called acute mountain sickness. We will be acclimatizing at Kyanjin Gompa. While acclimatizing in Kyanjin Gompa, we will explore various places like the Kyanjin Gompa monastery itself, the cheese factory, or a hike to the Tserko Ri Viewpoint.
Altitude sickness is common among trekkers, but serious altitude sickness requires immediate treatment, and you should not ignore it. Our trek leaders and guides have extensive first-aid training and are well-experienced. We urge you to inform your group leader and guide at the first signs and symptoms.
Your trek leader or guide will suggest precautions against altitude sickness. The best way to prevent altitude sickness is to take your time while trekking and drink plenty of water (at least 4 liters per day). If altitude sickness is severe, the only cure is to descend immediately.
Please note that your group leader has the authority to stop your ascent based on your health condition. Please keep in mind that some persons are more vulnerable to altitude sickness than others.
Trip Grade: Fitness level and Health
The Langtang Gosaikunda Trek is easy and rewarding. The hiking duration will range from 3-6 hours a day, depending on the destination, taking regular breaks to admire the mountain views. The trek routes involve long climbs, steep descents, and steep forward trails in rocky paths and forests. So, the fitter you are, the more comfortable and enjoyable your journey will be. If you have trekking experience, it is advantageous but not required. We do not recommend this trek to those who suffer from sensitive medical conditions such as heart or lung disease.
A typical day on the Gosaikunda trek
Each day will bring a unique trek experience, as you enjoy the scenery, take photos, and explore the local villages. Our experienced and qualified guides will guide you to your destination. Porters will carry your luggage. However, you will need to bring with you a regular day pack to carry your essentials.
The day starts with an early morning cup of tea. After a wholesome breakfast, we set off on that day’s walk around 7 to 8 am, depending on the duration and nature of the walk. After trekking for 3 to 4 hours, we will serve you lunch often on the route to your next destination.
The afternoon hike is generally shorter 2 to 3 hours. When you reach our overnight lodge, you can enjoy our extra dietary snacks, then explore the nearby places until it gets dark. We provide dinner between 6 to 7 pm.
In the evening, before going to bed, we discuss each other’s hiking experiences. Your guide will brief you about the next day’s plan. After the trip briefing before going to bed, you can enjoy fun games like cards and Monopoly, watch mountaineering videos if possible, or just read books. Most of our valuable clients also love learning light Nepali words from our crews.
Communication on Langtang Gosainkunda Trek
During the Langtang Gosaikunda Trek, internet service will be available at the lodges and comes with some extra service charge. At high altitudes, for safety purposes, we will communicate by phone. Our office will be in contact with all of our trek teams at least once a day through the lead guide to know about the team’s condition. You can buy a local sim in Kathmandu but, the signals may not be strong enough.
Most lodges/ tea houses have Wi-Fi access, which you can use for an extra charge.
Electricity and battery recharge, water on trekking
Throughout the lodges at Langtang Gosaikunda Trek, electricity for the camera and mobile battery recharge is available at an extra cost. During the trek, you can buy either packed mineral water from local lodges and en-route shops or fill your water bottle with boiled water at an extra cost. If you require, we can provide you with water purification pills.
We advise you against drinking water from rivers, taps, and wells in trek regions for hygiene concerns.
Extra personal expenses
This package does not include meals and accommodations in Kathmandu. In addition, all our valuable clients need to bring spending money for visa processing, travel insurance policy purchase, snacks for the trek, hot (tea/coffee), cold and alcoholic drinks, tips, souvenirs, etc. We recommend bringing cash (major currencies), which you can easily exchange for Nepali Rupees in Kathmandu. Trek regions only accept Nepalese currency.
Langtang Gosaikunda Trek Travel Insurance
Though the chances are slim, there are chances of high-altitude sickness and other high-altitude mishaps associated with this trek. So travel insurance is compulsory for this trek. You need to purchase a comprehensive travel insurance policy that covers medical and emergency repatriation – including helicopter rescue and evacuation expenses at high altitudes.
We can recommend an insurance company for you based on our valuable client’s experience but, we do not sell insurance policies.
In case of an emergency, we forward your insurance details for processing to your insurance company to arrange rescue operations and transfer to the hospital for treatment. Please send us your insurance information details after booking the trek.
Please call your insurance company and recheck if they cover helicopter rescue at the highest trek elevations in addition to medical treatment costs. Do not just rely on what the insurance companies say on their website.
Langtang Gosainkunda Trek Route Map
Gallery
FAQS
Lorem Ipsum is simply dummy text of the printing and typesetting industry. Lorem Ipsum has been the industry’s standard dummy text ever since the 1500s, when an unknown printer took a galley of type and scrambled it to make a type specimen book. It has survived not only five centuries, but also the leap into electronic typesetting, remaining essentially unchanged. It was popularised in the 1960s with the release of Letraset sheets containing Lorem Ipsum passages, and more recently with desktop publishing software like Aldus PageMaker including versions of Lorem Ipsum.
Lorem Ipsum is simply dummy text of the printing and typesetting industry. Lorem Ipsum has been the industry’s standard dummy text ever since the 1500s, when an unknown printer took a galley of type and scrambled it to make a type specimen book. It has survived not only five centuries, but also the leap into electronic typesetting, remaining essentially unchanged. It was popularised in the 1960s with the release of Letraset sheets containing Lorem Ipsum passages, and more recently with desktop publishing software like Aldus PageMaker including versions of Lorem Ipsum.
Traveler Reviews
These full and frank reviews are from travelers who have traveled with Ace the Himalaya previously. The reviews and experiences shown here are from reputable travel websites like TripAdvisor, Google, Facebook, and Trust Pilot, etc.
