Gosainkunda Trekking

Gosainkunda trekking is a 10 days package to the sacred ponds at an elevation of 4,400m. It is a divine place, believed to be associated with god Shiva’s life and thus Hindu has most affection. Trekking to Gosainkuda offers a unique amalgamation of Himalayan journey along with religious and scenic beauty.

Starting from sub-tropical climate of Kathmandu valley, this trip passes through varied landscapes, ethnic villages, green forests, fields and jaw-dropping mountain views. Firstly, you’ll drive to a town of Dhunche followed by beginning of trek to Sing Gompa and eventually to Gosainkunda Lake. The finest glimpse of Langtang, Ganesh and Manaslu rages is just breathtaking. Ghopte (3,510m), Kutumsang (2,470m) and Chisapani (2,215m) are some of appreciative stations en-route offering the real strength of Nepal’s countryside.

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Detail Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,338m)

Day 02: Kathmandu city tour

Day 03: Drive to Dunche (1,960m)

Day 04: Trek to Sing Gompa (3,335m)

Day 05: Trek to Gosainkunda (4,380m)

Day 06: Trek to Ghopte (3,530m)

Day 07: Trek to Kutumsang (2,470m)

Day 08:  Trek to Chisapani (2,215m)

Day 09: Trek to Sundarijal, drive back to Kathmandu

Day 10: Departure transfer

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,338m)

On this opening day, a representative from Adventure Himalayan greets and receives you from airport to a chosen hotel. In rest of time, take a rest or explore around the city. At evening we accompany you for a welcome dinner at a typical Nepali restaurant serving authentic Nepali food and cultural dance presentation.

Meal: Dinner

Day 02: Kathmandu city tour

Today you are going to visit some of auspicious and historical attractions within Kathmandu. Our professional culture guide will escort you to Swyambhunath, Kathmandu Durbar square, Pashupatinath temple and Boudhnath Stupa. Swyambhu and Boudha are renowned Buddhist stupas whereas Pahsupatinath and Durbar Square come under Hindu religious practices. At late afternoon there’ll be a trek briefing session where our experts will suggest you about dos and don’ts.

Meal: Breakfast

Day 03: Drive to Dunche (1,960m)

After breakfast, you’ll be driving northward to Dhunche. Along hills, riverbeds and forests the road is pretty snaky and bumpy. Enjoy a supreme beauty of countryside Nepal which is fresh and less human encroachment. Dunche has headquarter of “Langtang national park”. Overnight in a local lodge of Dunche.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Driving time: 6-7 hours

Day 04: Trek to Sing Gompa (3,335m)

The beginning of trek goes slightly uphill through oak and bamboo forest. This area is natural habitat of world endangered Red Panda. Deurali and Dimsa are two major villages via which our trail extends to Sing Gompa for overnight stop. This village offers close up view of Langtang Himalayan ranges.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Trekking time: 4-5 hours

Day 05: Trek to Gosainkunda (4,380m)

Today we’ll trek to Gosainkunda via Laurebina (3,910m). Walk through the villages of Chandanbari, Cholangpati (3,654m) on gradual uphill trail. From around Laurebina it goes steep till reaching to Gosainkunda. This sacred destination has many holy lakes along with charming look of Langtang and Ganesh Himalayan ranges. Lengthen your memory with beautiful travel photography.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Trekking time: 5-6 hours

Day 06: Trek to Ghopte (3,530m)

Morning offers golden sunrise view over picturesque Himalayas. After breakfast, we’ll hike to Laurebina pass (4,610m) - the peak point of this trek. This is one of best place to see magical topography of central Nepal. Furthermore, we’ll descend down to Ghopte village for night stay.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Trekking time: 7-8 hours

Day 07: Trek to Kutumsang (2,470m)

After breakfast climb to Thadepati pass (3,690m) to a hilltop. The rest of walk is mostly on downhill forested trail via scattered settlements of Saune, Dobate and Mangengoth. We’ll come to Kutumsang for overnight stay.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Trekking time: 5-6 hours

Day 08:  Trek to Chisapani (2,215m)

Today, we’ll be walking all the way downhill to Chisapani. Through lush rhododendron and oak forest, it’ll be a peaceful- easy journey. Chisapani is a spectacular hill station nearby Shivapuri-Nagarjun National Park. Stay overnight in a hotel.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Trekking time: 4-5 hours

Day 09: Trek to Sundarijal, drive back to Kathmandu

Wakeup early! Chisapani is one of finest station nearby Kathmandu which offers eye-catching sunrise over silver mountains. Enjoy the view and continue downhill trek through dense forested trail. Mulkharka is a cultural village of Tamang inhabitant. Upon arrival in Sundarijal, drive back to Kathmandu and stay overnight.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Trekking time: 4 hours
Driving time: 45 minutes

Day 10: Departure transfer

Gosainkunda trekking comes to an end today. Give us comments and share trekking experiences. Approximately three hours before your scheduled flight we’ll drive you to international airport for your final departure flight.

Meal: Breakfast