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.
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Facts of the Trek |
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Grade: |
Moderate-Strenuous |
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Best season: |
February,
March, April, May, September, October, November |
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Per day walking: |
5 – 6 hours |
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Type of Trek: |
Teahouse |
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Duration: |
13 days
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Maximum Elevation: |
4460m |
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Trekking
Highlights |
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Religious Gosainkunda Lake
Stunning views of Ganesh Himal. Manaslu and
Annapurna massif
Traditional Sherpa and Tamang Village
Abundant wildlife and flowers
Kathmandu Sightseeing
Sundarijal Hydropower Project |
Trekking Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 02: Full Day Kathmandu sight seeing Tour
Day 03: Kathmandu to Dhunche (117km, 7 hours drive)
Overnight at Guest House. (B.L.D)
Day 04: Dhunche to Sing Gompa (3330m) Overnight at Guest
House. (B.L.D)
Day 05: Sing Gompa to Laurebina Yak (3920m) Overnight at
Guest House. (B.L.D)
Day 06: Laurebina Yak to Gasainkunda (4460m) Overnight
at Guest House. (B.L.D)
Day 07: Gosainkunda to Gopte (3440m) Overnight at Guest
House. (B.L.D)
Day 08: Gopte to Tharepati (3640m) Overnight at Guest
House. (B.L.D)
Day 09: Tharepati to Gul Bhanjyang (2140m) Overnight at
Guest House. (B.L.D)
Day 10: Gul Bhanjyang to Chisopani (2140m) Overnight at
Guest House. (B.L.D)
Day 11: Chisopani to Sundarijal (1400m) Overnight at
Guest House. (B.L.D)
Day 12: Sundarijal to Kathmandu Overnight at Hotel in
Kathmandu. (B)
Day 13: Departure
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here for detail trekking itinerary:
Price Information:
The trip price will vary depending on the group size,
duration and services required. Please contact us via
our website with your details to obtain a quote and for
special offer.
Cost Includes:
Transportation to and from
Kathmandu by air or road, as per itinerary.
3 meals per day during the trek (breakfast, lunch &
dinner) including the coffee and tea.
Accommodation in tea houses or in tents as per itinerary
during the trek.
Accommodation including breakfast at 3 star hotels in
Kathmandu.
Highly experienced Government licensed guide and
necessary porters during the trek.
Government / Local taxes, Tourist service charge, guide
/ porter insurance and salary, general
equipment, national park and conservation area fees.
Three Queen City Tour with an Experienced Tour Guide (Kathmandu,
Bhaktapur, and Lalitpur)
depends on your time frame.
Trekking Registration Certificate (TRC).
Cost Exclude:
International airfares
International Airport Departure Tax.
Trekking Equipment
Major meals, Lunch and dinner during your stay in
Kathmandu
Any type of personal expenses, such as alcoholic
beverages and drinks, phone and laundry.
Nepal entry visa fee US$ 30 (duration 60 days from date
of issue) - you may easily obtain the visa upon your
arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport - Kathmandu.
Rescue & travel insurance, trip cancellation costs,
accident or health emergency, evacuation, loss, theft or
damage to baggage and personal effects. We strongly
advise you to take out personal travel insurance.
Tips & Gratuities
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Langtang Region Trekking Map |
