The Langtang Gosaikunda Trek is a popular trek that takes you to the holy lakes of Gosaikunda. Located in Langtang National Park, the lake is a religiously significant site for Hindus and Buddhists. The lake is mostly revered by Hindus and on the auspicious occasion of Full moon day of September, the lake gets a lot Hindu pilgrims. Legends has it that a dip into these holy waters washes away ones pain, sorrow and sin. The lake is also associated with spiritualism due to its religious importance. Moreover, the National park also boasts diverse flora and fauna.
3 -star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and teahouses during the trek
Government licensed, experienced Engligh speaking guide and assistant guide for groups bigger than seven
All ground transportation in private tourist vehicle
Breakfast and welcome farewell dinner in Kathmandu and three meals during the trek (Breakfast, lunch and dinner)
One porter for every two to three trekkers
All heritage sites, national park entry fees and permits
Salary, allowance, insurance, equipment, food and accommodation
International airfare to and from Kathmandu
Upon your arrival in Tribhuwan International airport in Kathmandu, a representative from Naata travel and adventures will be there outside the airport terminal holding a placard bearing your name. He/she will then transfer you to your designated hotel.
Today's sightseeing will be marked by a visit to a number of UNESCO world heritage sites. We will visit Boudhanath which is the biggest stupa in Nepal after which we visit Pashupatinath temple, which is the largest Hindu temple complex in Nepal and one of the most significant on at that. We also visit Bhaktapur Durbar square which used to be a palace complex for ancient kings. Here you can see a number of Pagoda and Shikhara style temples. The durbar square with its unique architecture and history is sure to take you back in time.
After having breakfast, we drive for 4-5 hours to reach Dhunche. The roads are in mixed conditions but is a scenic drive regardless. Upon reaching Dhunche we have lunch and start our trek. The trek is gradual till we cross a suspension bridge after which the trail climbs steeply till Deurali where we stay the night.
We have breakfast and set out for a steep climb from the get go towards Lauribinayak. From here you can enjoy panoramic views of mountains such as Langtang Lirung, Langtang Ri, Ganesh Himal and a eight thousander Mount Manaslu (8,163 meters).
Our trail today starts with a steep ascent and we pass by a Buddhist Mane. The trail continues gradually from there on and we walk on a small trail at the edge of hills with searing drops below. We walk for two hours to reach Bhairav Kunda before we reach the holy lake of Gosaikunda. We spend some time there and head back to Chandanbari where we spend the night.
Today is the last day of our trek and after breakfast we start a steep descent towards our starting point in Dhunche. We have our lunch in Dhunche and drive back to Kathmandu.
Our trip concludes today and a representative from Naata Travel and Adventures will escort you to the airport for your departure.
