Gosaikunda Holy Lake Trek - 7 Days
Trip Facts
Trip Overview
The Gosaikunda Holy Lake Trek is a spiritually significant and visually stunning journey in the Langtang region of Nepal. It's revered by both Hindu and Buddhist pilgrim’s due to its association with religious myths and legends.
According to Hindu mythology, the lake was formed by Lord Shiva's trident, and it's believed that taking a dip in its sacred waters during festivals washes away sins. So, at The Janai Purnima festival in August witnesses thousands of pilgrims visiting Gosaikunda Lake to taking a dip in its sacred waters during festivals washes away sins.
The Gosaikunda Trek is for several compelling reasons, making it a popular choice among trekkers. The trek offers stunning views of the Langtang Himalayan range, including peaks like Langtang Lirung and Ganesh Himal. Trekkers traverse through diverse landscapes, including lush forests, alpine meadows, and picturesque villages. Along the trail, trekkers can experience the unique cultures, traditions, and lifestyle of the local people.
The combination of spiritual significance, diverse landscapes, and cultural encounters creates a unique and enriching experience for trekkers seeking diverse experiences in the Himalayas.
* Gosaikunda Lake: The focal point of the trek, Gosaikunda Lake is a sacred body of water believed to have been created by Lord Shiva's trident. The lake holds religious significance, particularly during the Janai Purnima festival in August when thousands of pilgrims visit to bathe in its holy waters.
* Cultural Diversity: Encounter various ethnic communities along the trek, including Tamangs,
Sherpas, and Gurungs. Experience their unique cultures, traditions, and lifestyles.
* Scenic Beauty: The trail offers breathtaking views of the Langtang Himalayan range, lush forests, terraced fields, and diverse flora and fauna. You'll pass through rhododendron forests, alpine landscapes, and picturesque villages.
Detail Itinerary Expand All
Day 01 Arrival Day in Kathmandu
Altitude: 1350m/4428ft
Meals: Welcome Dinner
Welcome to the land of Himalayas! On arrival in Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu; Advanced Adventures Trek Guide will great you then transfer you to our trip hotel. Check in to hotel and free time for leisure. Late afternoon, we meet again and brief your upcoming Trek with us and introduce our trekking team. Evening, we host welcome dinner (Eating Nepali Food) at one of the finest local restaurant with music and ethnic dance. Overnight Kathmandu.
Day 02 Drive from Kathmandu to Dhunche by Public Bus
Altitude: 1470m/4822 ft
Drive: 117KM - 5 to 6 hours’ Drive
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Today is the day you experience the bus journey to Dhunche; the starting point of the trek. During this drive, you will observe all the pleasant and scenic views of mountains and rolling hills. After reaching at Dhunche you will stay overnight here.
Day 03 Trek from Dhunche to Sing Gompa
Altitude: 3350M/10991Ft
Accommodation: Tea-House/Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Activities: 5-6 hours walk
Today, after enjoying breakfast your trekking adventure starts and you will be heading uphill towards Sing Gompa. On the way, you will be passing through the Himalayan mineral water factory and suspension bridges, along with this beautiful landscape, rhododendron forest, views of the Langtang Mountain. The trail is passing through the nature and the villages inhabited by the local Tamang community you will reach Sing Gompa. Evening explore the village and observe the local cheese factory in Sing Gompa. Overnight at tea house.
Day 04 Trek from Sing Gumba to Gosaikunda Lake
Altitude: 4370m/14334 ft
Activities: 5 to 6 hours walk
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
The trail ascends smoothly through rhododendron covered point to the top of the rim and through a forested area. The area in-between Sin Gompa and Laurebinayak is a sanctuary for the red panda, an endangered species that the Nepalese call cat bear. You return to the ridge path and climb a wider route through alpine country to arrive at a Gosaikunda. Explore the Lakes and overnight in Gosaikunda.
Day 05 Trek from Gosaikunda Lake to Dhunche (All Descend Walk)
Altitude: 1950m/6396 ft
Activities: 7 to 9 hours Walk
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Today we take descend walk down to Dhunche. Walking involves through forest, local villages and arrive Dhunche at late afternoon. Manage transport for following day and overnight at lodge.
Day 06 Drive from Dhunche to Kathmandu
Altitude :1350m/4428 ft
Activities: 117 KM - 5 to 6 Hour Drive
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Farewell dinner
Today at early morning we take local bus to Kathmandu from Dhunche. This bus journey is very natural and we arrive to Kathmandu at evening. In evening, we host farewell dinner at one of the finest restaurant in town. Overnight at hotel.
Day 07 Final Departure from Kathmandu
Altitude: 1350m/4428 ft
Meals: Breakfast
Today is your last morning with us. After breakfast, you are free from us. You may have time for last minute shopping. We will transfer you to the Kathmandu airport and our trip ends.
“End of our Services”
What's Included?
Airport picks up/ transfer
2 nights at 3-star standard hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast
Welcome and Farewell dinner at one of the typical Nepalese restaurant - Traditional dance & Music
Langtang National Park fee, permit/TIMS Card- Trekkers Security Card
Kathmandu - Dhunche - Kathmandu by comfortable public bus
Complete trek of Langtang will full board of meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner, tea coffee)
Mountain accommodation twin share- comfortable and clean (two nights attached bath)
One Advance Adventures Trek Leader (Gov. Licensed, first aid and eco trained), his entire expenses, equipment and insurance
Entire cost of porter and Sherpa’s (one porter for each two members) in a group
All the Gov and local taxes
AA duffle bag and T- shirt
Down Jacket and Sleeping Bags
Group medicine kit box
All Government and local taxes
What's Not Included ?
Nepal Visa, in/out flight
Your meals at Kathmandu, except provided dinner and breakfast
Entire beverages, mineral water, beer etc. while on trek
Travel Insurance (Must include Helicopter evacuation and trip cancellation)
Personal Nature Expenses
Tips to the guide & Porter
Any Extending Trips
The given cost is per person and excludes international flights. Below are the departure dates available for online booking. If the given date is not favorable, please contact us, and we will happily customize your trip on dates more appropriate for you.
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Trip Overview
The Gosaikunda Holy Lake Trek is a spiritually significant and visually stunning journey in the Langtang region of Nepal. It's revered by both Hindu and Buddhist pilgrim’s due to its association with religious myths and legends.
According to Hindu mythology, the lake was formed by Lord Shiva's trident, and it's believed that taking a dip in its sacred waters during festivals washes away sins. So, at The Janai Purnima festival in August witnesses thousands of pilgrims visiting Gosaikunda Lake to taking a dip in its sacred waters during festivals washes away sins.
The Gosaikunda Trek is for several compelling reasons, making it a popular choice among trekkers. The trek offers stunning views of the Langtang Himalayan range, including peaks like Langtang Lirung and Ganesh Himal. Trekkers traverse through diverse landscapes, including lush forests, alpine meadows, and picturesque villages. Along the trail, trekkers can experience the unique cultures, traditions, and lifestyle of the local people.
The combination of spiritual significance, diverse landscapes, and cultural encounters creates a unique and enriching experience for trekkers seeking diverse experiences in the Himalayas.
* Gosaikunda Lake: The focal point of the trek, Gosaikunda Lake is a sacred body of water believed to have been created by Lord Shiva's trident. The lake holds religious significance, particularly during the Janai Purnima festival in August when thousands of pilgrims visit to bathe in its holy waters.
* Cultural Diversity: Encounter various ethnic communities along the trek, including Tamangs,
Sherpas, and Gurungs. Experience their unique cultures, traditions, and lifestyles.
* Scenic Beauty: The trail offers breathtaking views of the Langtang Himalayan range, lush forests, terraced fields, and diverse flora and fauna. You'll pass through rhododendron forests, alpine landscapes, and picturesque villages.
Detail Itinerary Expand All
Day 01 Arrival Day in Kathmandu
Altitude: 1350m/4428ft
Meals: Welcome Dinner
Welcome to the land of Himalayas! On arrival in Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu; Advanced Adventures Trek Guide will great you then transfer you to our trip hotel. Check in to hotel and free time for leisure. Late afternoon, we meet again and brief your upcoming Trek with us and introduce our trekking team. Evening, we host welcome dinner (Eating Nepali Food) at one of the finest local restaurant with music and ethnic dance. Overnight Kathmandu.
Day 02 Drive from Kathmandu to Dhunche by Public Bus
Altitude: 1470m/4822 ft
Drive: 117KM - 5 to 6 hours’ Drive
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Today is the day you experience the bus journey to Dhunche; the starting point of the trek. During this drive, you will observe all the pleasant and scenic views of mountains and rolling hills. After reaching at Dhunche you will stay overnight here.
Day 03 Trek from Dhunche to Sing Gompa
Altitude: 3350M/10991Ft
Accommodation: Tea-House/Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Activities: 5-6 hours walk
Today, after enjoying breakfast your trekking adventure starts and you will be heading uphill towards Sing Gompa. On the way, you will be passing through the Himalayan mineral water factory and suspension bridges, along with this beautiful landscape, rhododendron forest, views of the Langtang Mountain. The trail is passing through the nature and the villages inhabited by the local Tamang community you will reach Sing Gompa. Evening explore the village and observe the local cheese factory in Sing Gompa. Overnight at tea house.
Day 04 Trek from Sing Gumba to Gosaikunda Lake
Altitude: 4370m/14334 ft
Activities: 5 to 6 hours walk
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
The trail ascends smoothly through rhododendron covered point to the top of the rim and through a forested area. The area in-between Sin Gompa and Laurebinayak is a sanctuary for the red panda, an endangered species that the Nepalese call cat bear. You return to the ridge path and climb a wider route through alpine country to arrive at a Gosaikunda. Explore the Lakes and overnight in Gosaikunda.
Day 05 Trek from Gosaikunda Lake to Dhunche (All Descend Walk)
Altitude: 1950m/6396 ft
Activities: 7 to 9 hours Walk
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Today we take descend walk down to Dhunche. Walking involves through forest, local villages and arrive Dhunche at late afternoon. Manage transport for following day and overnight at lodge.
Day 06 Drive from Dhunche to Kathmandu
Altitude :1350m/4428 ft
Activities: 117 KM - 5 to 6 Hour Drive
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Farewell dinner
Today at early morning we take local bus to Kathmandu from Dhunche. This bus journey is very natural and we arrive to Kathmandu at evening. In evening, we host farewell dinner at one of the finest restaurant in town. Overnight at hotel.
Day 07 Final Departure from Kathmandu
Altitude: 1350m/4428 ft
Meals: Breakfast
Today is your last morning with us. After breakfast, you are free from us. You may have time for last minute shopping. We will transfer you to the Kathmandu airport and our trip ends.
“End of our Services”
What's Included?
Airport picks up/ transfer
2 nights at 3-star standard hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast
Welcome and Farewell dinner at one of the typical Nepalese restaurant - Traditional dance & Music
Langtang National Park fee, permit/TIMS Card- Trekkers Security Card
Kathmandu - Dhunche - Kathmandu by comfortable public bus
Complete trek of Langtang will full board of meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner, tea coffee)
Mountain accommodation twin share- comfortable and clean (two nights attached bath)
One Advance Adventures Trek Leader (Gov. Licensed, first aid and eco trained), his entire expenses, equipment and insurance
Entire cost of porter and Sherpa’s (one porter for each two members) in a group
All the Gov and local taxes
AA duffle bag and T- shirt
Down Jacket and Sleeping Bags
Group medicine kit box
All Government and local taxes
What's Not Included ?
Nepal Visa, in/out flight
Your meals at Kathmandu, except provided dinner and breakfast
Entire beverages, mineral water, beer etc. while on trek
Travel Insurance (Must include Helicopter evacuation and trip cancellation)
Personal Nature Expenses
Tips to the guide & Porter
Any Extending Trips
Departure Dates And Price
The given cost is per person and excludes international flights. Below are the departure dates available for online booking. If the given date is not favorable, please contact us, and we will happily customize your trip on dates more appropriate for you.
| Start Date | Group Joining | Trip Price | Action |
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