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    Gosainkunda Trek from Kathmandu

    Lauribinayak Pass
    Gosainkunda Lake
    Chandabari

    Highlights

    • Stunning landscapes throughout the trip
    • Rich mountain people's culture and tradition
    • Trek through beautiful Langtang National park
    • Sacred Hindu & Buddhist pilgrimage region: Gosainkunda Lake
    • Trek through dense and mesmerizing forests in the high altitudes
    • Himalayan Mountain views of Langtang, Manaslu, Lirung, and Ganesh Himal
    • Destination
      Nepal
    • Durations
      5 days
    • Trip Difficulty
      Moderate
    • Activities
      Trekking
    • Accommodation
      Teahouses or Lodges
    • Meals
      American plan (AP): Full Board
    • Vehicle
      Local and Private Vehicle
    • Max. People
      20

    Introduction - Gosainkunda Trek from Kathmandu

    Gosainkunda Lake trek is a popular short trek of 5 days. It is a pilgrimage trek to see the Holy Gosainkunda Lake as well as a few dozen more blue pristine lakes in the region of Langtang. Ancient history records that Lord Shiva pierced the glacier to drink the water in the region forming the lakes. So, many people of Hindu and Buddhist religions are visiting the Gosainkunda Lake once a year in August at 'Janai Purnima.'

    Having some religious beliefs, the region is also very popular for the beauty it holds. You will cross a dense forest of rhododendron, pine, and bamboo, along with various terrains to reach the top of the trek point: 4380 meters above sea level. The path is filled with flora and fauna of various kinds. You can interact with people of the mountains and get to know the cultures and traditions of Tamang and Sherpas. And the main attractions are the Great Himalayas with panoramic views of Langtang, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, and Lirung.

    In this trek to Gosainkunda, you will take a vehicle ride to Dunche Bazar. Dunche Bazar is the starting point of the trek. From Dunche, you will walk to Chandanbari/Sing Gompa. Then your destination is reached on the third day, Gosainkunda. You will visit the places and explore them with every day stops. And finally, head back to Dunche and drive to Kathmandu. This is the brief trip plan for this 5 days' worth of a short trip to Gosainkunda.

    This Gosainkunda trek is a short trek that is favorable for those with very little time to spare. So, if you want to enjoy a good trekking experience and have less than a week on hand, you can join us in this amazing nature-loving pilgrimage trek to Gosainkunda.

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    Gosainkunda Trek from Kathmandu Itinerary

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    What's Included

    • Hotel pickup and drop
    • Transportation to and from Dunche as necessary
    • All necessary permits and local and government takes during the trek
    • 4 days of accommodation in a lodge/teahouse during the trek on a Full Board Basis
    • Experienced English-speaking trekking guide, trekking porter (1 porter 2 clients basis)
    • Medical supplies consisting of first aid kits and iodine tablets with toilet paper
    • Farewell Dinner in Kathmandu

    What's Excluded

    • Travel Insurance
    • Nepal entry visa fees
    • Gratuities (Recommended)
    • Personal trekking equipment
    • Personal expenses (laundry, telephone, Wi-Fi, etc.)
    • Additional snacks, meals, and beverages of all kinds
    • Any expenses not mentioned in the inclusion section
    • Extra accommodation and meals not mentioned in the trip

    Dates & Availability

    Do you feel lonely going on a trip? Does any of the given dates match your trip timeline? Then pick the date, join us in a group adventure, and meet new people with similar interests. 

    There is no group joining dates available! You can also opt for solo private trips or please wait as we will arrange a group joining date for this new year 2023.

    No group joining date available! you can make a request for private date

    Gosainkunda Trek from Kathmandu FAQS

    Essential Information

    • We will cater all meals on a full-board basis during the trekking period. At the tea house, we will be catering meals thrice a day (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner, including tea and coffee during the meal). The meals comprise a variety of American cuisine and numerous traditional Nepali and Chinese dishes.
    • Most teahouses in the trekking regions cook a delicious range of mostly vegetarian food. The teahouses' menu varies, ranging from traditional Dal Bhat, Momo, and noodles to Pasta and pizza. You will find dishes with garlic at a higher altitude as it is said to cure AMS.
    • Most tea-house lodges are decent with basic facilities. You can expect a room with two beds, a thin mattress, a pillow, and a blanket for each bed. Bringing a sleeping bag is advisable as a blanket provided in the teahouse will not suffice. Most of the teahouse has a squat toilet.
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    Gosainkunda Trek from Kathmandu - Itinerary

    Day 01  Drive to Dhunche Bazar

    This is your first-day trip which is a drive to Dhunche Bazar. It will take 6/7 hours to reach Dunche. We will drive early morning leaving Kathmandu and heading to Rasuwa District. We will see many beautiful meadows and local settlements along the way. After reaching Dunche, we will get in our teahouse/lodge and explore the Bazar. Dhunche is a beautiful settlement area and also the headquarters of the Rasuwa district. It is a beautiful settlement in terraced or step-by-step style with beautiful mountains and hills covered by forest.

    • Distance: 120 km
    • Highest Altitude: 2030m/6660ft
    • Duration: 6/7 hrs
    • Accommodation: Lodge/Teahouses

    Day 02  Trek to Chandanbari

    The second day of the actual trek starts as we move towards the village of Chandanbari or Sing Gompa. We will pass through a beautiful forest of pine scaling uphill to reach Chandanbari. It will be about 6 to 7 hours of a walk for the day. Our stops along the way are the villages of Deurali and Dimsa. We can see animals like musk deer, monkeys, and red pandas along the way to Chandanbari. It will be a pleasant nature walk. After reaching our destination for the day, we will unpack in our teahouse/lodge and can visit the famous monastery and yak cheese factory/processing center. Also, the clear visible Langtang Himalayan Ranges is a breathtaking view from Chandanbari.

    • Distance: approx. 10 km
    • Highest Altitude: 3250m/10663ft
    • Duration: 6/7 hrs
    • Accommodation: Lodge/Teahouses

    Day 03  Trek to Gosainkunda

    Today we will climb up to Gosainkunda and see the amazing lakes nestled between the big mountain's natural crevasses. As we ascend and walk past and above the tree lines, in the rugged and narrow path, we can see barren hills and feel the cold breeze. So it will be a difficult path today. As we reach the elevation surpassing 3500 meters, we can see views of peaks like Langtang, Manaslu, Lirung, and Ganesh Himal and after 3900 meters more panoramic views of these mountains are visible. As we continue our climb, we can see Tamang settlements in the village of Lauribinayak. The further trail will lead us to the sacred Gosainkunda Lake. There are other lakes like Amakunda, Dudhkunda, Bhairavkunda, Saraswotikunda, and Chandrakuna in the region.

    • Distance: approx. 8 km
    • Highest Altitude: 4380m/14370ft
    • Duration: 5/6 hrs
    • Accommodation: Lodge/Teahouses

    Day 04  Trek back to Dhunche Bazar

    Today, we will wake up early morning for a beautiful sunrise view and then explore the region till our breakfast. Then we will trace our path back to Dunche Bazar. We will pass the similar scenery of rhododendron, pine, and bamboo forests with almost a downhill path. We will cross rivers and bridges to finally reach the Dunche Bazar.

    • Distance: approx. 18km
    • Highest Altitude: 2030m/6660ft
    • Duration: 8/10 hrs
    • Accommodation: Lodge/Teahouses

    Day 05  Return to Kathmandu

    Today, we will ride back to Kathmandu city. Let's say our goodbyes to the Langtang region and happily ride back to Kathmandu. After reaching Kathmandu, you will be dropped off at your pickup point. In the evening, we will have a farewell dinner. Share your views and thoughts with us and help us improve further. You can also discuss with us, your future trips and plans to travel to Nepal, Bhutan, Tibet, and India. If you have more time in Nepal, we can recommend easy and luxurious tours and trips for the remaining days too. Feel free to contact us for the next visit.

    • Distance: 120 km
    • Highest Altitude: 1400m/ 4593ft
    • Duration: 6/7 hrs
    • Accommodation: -

    What's Included

    • Hotel pickup and drop
    • Transportation to and from Dunche as necessary
    • All necessary permits and local and government takes during the trek
    • 4 days of accommodation in a lodge/teahouse during the trek on a Full Board Basis
    • Experienced English-speaking trekking guide, trekking porter (1 porter 2 clients basis)
    • Medical supplies consisting of first aid kits and iodine tablets with toilet paper
    • Farewell Dinner in Kathmandu

    What's not Included

    • Travel Insurance
    • Nepal entry visa fees
    • Gratuities (Recommended)
    • Personal trekking equipment
    • Personal expenses (laundry, telephone, Wi-Fi, etc.)
    • Additional snacks, meals, and beverages of all kinds
    • Any expenses not mentioned in the inclusion section
    • Extra accommodation and meals not mentioned in the trip