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GOSAIKUNDA SHORT TREK

Gosaikunda falls under the Langtang region which falls under Nepal's most popular trekking and hiking areas. The Gosaikunda Trek via Dhunche is the most popular route because of the magnificent lake and mountain views. Gosaikunda connects the Langtang and Helambu treks in favorable weather. The trekkers would have a chance to trek in the mountain region and discover some amazing places. You will walk through a high pass with the astounding beauty of nature like rhododendron forests, streams, rivers, typical villages, and majestic mountain views. Gosaikunda Lake is a well-known pilgrimage site for Hindus and has huge religious significance. Langtang National Park offers breathtaking views of snow-capped mountain peaks, the huge diversity of flora and fauna, and the typical Tibetan culture and traditions are the main attractions of the trek. The Park is home to 30 species of fish, 345 species of birds, and 70 species of butterflies along with various endangered animals. After reaching the Gosaikunda Lake you can feel the special spiritual energy flowing in the air and sunset reflecting on the Lake in red-orange color. Overall, the Gosaikunda trek would be medium-difficult in level.

Highlights 
  • Enjoy the Panoramic views of Mountains like Ganesh Himal, Hiunchuli, Langtang Lirung, Langtang Ri, and many others.
  • Visit one of the holiest lakes of Hindus and Buddhists – Gosaikunda Lake, Bhairav Kunda, Saraswati Kunda
  • Trek through Lush green pine forest and rhododendron forest
  • Witness the exotic wildlife, flora, and fauna beauty of Langtang National Park
  • Dig into the traditional lifestyle of the Tamangs of the Langtang region

DETAIL ITINERARY

Day 1: Drive to Dhunche (1950m)

After having early morning breakfast our day starts with the scenic drive to Dhunche passing various rivers, forests, stunning snow-capped mountains, and beautiful villages. It will be a seven-hour-long drive from Kathmandu to Dhunche. Dhunche is the headquarter of the Rasuwa District and starting point of the Gosaikunda Trek. Overnight at a guesthouse in Dhunche.

Day 2: Trek to Chandanwari (3580m)

Our day starts with the delicate breakfast at Dhunche. We will start our trek for Deurali passing various tea houses on the way. You will have some rest in Deurali and then again our trail leads us to Chandanwari. After reaching Chandanwari, visit the famous cheese factory and Singomap. Overnight at Chandanwari.

Day 3: Trek to Gosaikunda

Today our journey starts with ascending Cholangiopathy, then continuing to Lauribine. This would be one of the toughest days in the journey. As we reach the spectacular Gosaikunda Lake you can swim in the holy lake water of Gosaikunda and also explore the 108 lakes. It is believed that dipping in the holy water of Gosaikunda washes off their sins. The lake is surrounded by mighty snow-capped mountains from all sides; however, you can watch the sunsets and sunrises from the Lake. Overnight at Gosaikunda.

Day 4: Trek back to Dhunche

After enjoying delicious food, we will descend the same way we came the day before. Our trail follows the marvelous beauty of the stunning peaks of Ganesh Himal, Langtang Lirung, and Manaslu. As we reach Dhunche we will have our dinner and overnight.

Day 5: Return to Kathmandu

After having a delicious breakfast we will have a scenic drive from Dhunche to Kathmandu. The seven-hour-long ride will be filled with the beauty of majestic mountains, forests, rivers, streams, and villages. Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.

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