Langtang, Gosainkunda(Frozen Lake) Helambu
Langtang Gosainkunda Trek a perfect wildness journey nearby Kathmandu valley which is located northeast region. It is fun and casual trek that treks through the western part of Langtang National Park. This is commonly extended by including a trek to Kyanjin Gompa .You get to experience all elements of Langtang National Park including Langtang valley and the Gosainkunda. This is the most strenuous of the hikes in this region and reaches an elevation of 4300m. Those who are seeking for real Himalayan nomad experience and enjoy wonderful natural rewards this trek is highly recommended for adventure holiday in Nepal. It has verities of landscape sceneries as well awe-inspiring mountain views and local cultural reflection encounter. The trekking to this region leads to explore both high Himalayan alpine to vast diverged mid hill. This Trek allow encounter with varied cultural inhabitants of the area and their unique life style.
Trek Itinerary
Day 01 : Arrival in Kathmandu International Airport,MTM staff meet transfer to Hotel on bb basis.
Day 02 : Kathmandu free day
Day 03 : After breakfast drive to Kathmandu – Sybrubeshi via Dhunche (2200m)
(6 hrs) O/N in Sybrubeshi Lodge.
Day 04 : Syabrubeshi – Lama Hotel (2480m) (7 hrs)
Day 05 : Lama Hotel – Langtang Village (3480m)(6hrs)
Day 06 : Langtang valley – Kyangjin Gompa (3900m)(4 hrs)
Day 07 : Kyangjin –Lama Hotel (2480m)(7 hrs)
Day 08 : Lama Hotel- Thulo Syabru (2200m) (6hrs)
Day 09 : Thulo Syabru – Sing Gompa (3350m)( 5 hrs)
Day 10 : Sing Gompa – Gosainkunda (4320m)(7hrs)
Day 11 : Gosainkunda – Ghopte (3560m)(7 hrs)
Day 12 : Ghopte – Kutumsang (2440m)(7hrs)
Day 13 : Kutumsang – Chisopani (2190m)(7 hrs)
Day 14 : Chisopani –Sundarijal – Kathmandu (1300m)(5 hrs)
Day 15: International dept.
| Day 01: | Kathmandu arrival (1300m) Arrive Kathmandu International Airport, MTM staff meet and transfer to Hotel on bb basis. |
| Day 02: | Kathmandu Free day or Sightseeing in Kathmandu valley |
| Day 03: |
Kathmandu – Sybrubeshi via Dhunche drive. (1950m) Travelling through Trishuli (Nuwakot) today the journey length will depend on the season and the number of landslides caused by heavy rains. On a good day it will take you 7 to 8 hours. The views on the way are very pretty. O/N in Sybrubeshi Lodge |
| DAY 04: |
Syabrubesi – Lama Hotel(2470m) Crossing the suspension bridge, we continue along a stream and river Langtang River trek through oak, rhododendron and bamboo forests ,variety of wildlife in these forests, yellow-throated martens, wild boar, Langur monkeys, Red Monkeys, red pandas and Himalayan black bear. O/N in Lama Hotel. |
| Day 05: |
Lama Hotel – Langtang Village (3480m) Your gentle climb to begin with soon steepens high above the river to Ghora Tabela. (2970m). You will soon find yourself in open country with scattered Tamang settlements. You will have climbed nearly 100m today relatively steadily. The village here is home to some yak herds and cheese factories, worth exploring if you have the energy. O/N in Langtang Lodge. |
| Day 06: |
Langtang valley – Kyangjin Gompa (3900m) You will climb to the ridge this morning marked with a big chorten and some Mani walls, from here you will have views of Kyanjing Gompa and the icefall from Langtang Lirung surrounded by snowy mountains. You will be walking for around 3 hours today so time to explore the area this afternoon.O/N in Lodge. |
| Day 07: |
Kyangjin – Lama Hotel (2480m) You will return the way you came today following the Langtang Khola river to Langtang Village and on to Ghora Tabela and down to Lama Hotel. O/N in Lama Hotel Lodge. |
| Day 08: |
Lama Hotel – Thulo Syabru (2200m) The beginning of your journey today is very pretty and offers magnificent views. You will begin descending gently before it steepens to Syabrubesi, taking about 5 hours in total. O/N in Thulo Sybru Lodge. |
| Day 09: |
Thulo Syabru – Sing Gompa (3350m) Your day’s walk of 6 hours will take you to Sing Gompa climbing steadily for the majority of the day until you see the small Buddhist Monastery of Sing Gompa where you will spend the night. O/N in Sing Gompa Lodge. |
| Day 10: |
Sing Gompa – Gosainkunda (4320m) You start with a climb through rhododendron forests this morning, if you are here during the spring, enjoy the fabulous colours as the trees are in bloom, eventually you will emerge at the saddle of Chalang Pati (3380m), you will soon enter the Gosainkunda protected area, please do respect your surrounding environment and local cultures. There are few places to stop for water today so be sure you have enough on you. You will enjoy great views along the ridge of Langtang Lirung from the north and looking west you can see Ganesh Himal and Manaslu, Tibet is also visible in the distance. Shortly the lakes will come in to view as the climb continues gently, you will then drop to the third lake, the hold Gosainkunda (4380m)Many people come here to worship and bath in the lake during full moon festivals every August. O/N in Gosainkunda Lodge. |
| Day 11: |
Gosainkunda – Ghopte (3560m) Today is a long one on many rough rails, it will take around 7 hours, to begin with you will follow the north side of the lake before climbing towards the pass of Laurebina La (4610m), on the way you will see more lakes as you go. You will find many cairns on the pass, from here you will begin your descent through some summer pastures to Phedi (3740m) and Dupi Chaur (3630m) and finally to Gopte (3440m). O/N in Ghopte Lodge. |
| Day 12: |
Ghopte – Kutumsang (2440m) You descend into a thick forest of rhododendrons today, you will find yourself climbing and dropping over the moraine as you go before your final ascent to Therapati then You begin with an easy descent today through flower strewn meadows before arriving at Magengoth at 3150m, a very remote area of high pastures and forestry. For the first 3 hours today the trail descends gradually but the second half is steeper down to Kutumsang, a small village on a windy ridge. O/N in Kutumsang Lodge. |
| Day 13: |
Kutumsang – Chisopani (2190m) You descend further today through more meadows, you will be travelling for approximately 8 hours today, keep an eye out for Gul Bhanjyang Chorten close by. You cross another pass at 2620m before dropping to a little traditional Tamang village at 2130m. From here you continue Thodang Betini (2100m) and up to Jhogin Danda Ridge at 2470m followed by a steep descent to Chipling (2170m), finally you have one last ascent to Chisapani at 2300m from where you will experience spectacular views. O/N in Chisapani Lodge |
| Day 14: |
Chisopani – Sundarijal 3 hrs trek and drive to Kathmandu (1300m) After waking early for a dramatic sunrise this morning you will head for the village of Borlang Bhanjyang and along the Shivapuri ridge through thick forests until you reach Sundarijal where you will meet your transport. From here it is only 1hour drive back to Kathmandu where you will be taken to your hotel. O/N in Kathmandu Hotel on bb basis. |
| Day 15: | International dept. |
Included in the Cost
- Pickups and drops from airport(s) and hotel(s)
- 3-star hotel in Kathmandu and teahouses during the trek on a twin-shared basis
- Breakfast in Kathmandu and all meals during the trek
- Transportation in a comfortable private vehicle
- English-speaking, trained and experienced guide
- Potter service charges during the trek
- All fees for sightseeing including entry fees for visiting temple(s),monument(s), trekking and national parks
- Welcome and farewell dinners
- Down jacket, four seasonal sleeping bag, MTM Trekking duffel bag, t-shirt, and trekking map (down jacket and sleeping bag are to be returned after trip completion)
- A comprehensive medical kit
- All necessary paper work(s) and permit(s)
- All applicable taxes and service charges
Not Included in the Cost
- Nepalese visa fee
- International airfare to and from Kathmandu
- Excess baggage charges
- Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu
- Extra night accommodation(s)
- Travel and rescue insurance
- Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc.)
- Tips for guides and porters
- The services which are not included in our ‘What is Included’ section
The Trekking Group
For Langtang Valley Trek, there will be one leader, assistant leader (4 trekkers: 1 assistant guide) and Sherpa porters for luggage carrying (2 trekkers: 1 porter). This arrangement ensures that even if anybody in the group gets sick or is unable to carry on, the trip can still go ahead as planned for the rest of the group. We can run the trek for groups of any size, but usually, it is a maximum of twelve people as we’ve found this to be the optimum size for a successful trip. If you would like to make a group booking for more than twelve people together, we can arrange this too.
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