Gosaikunda Lake Trek
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| Starts at: Syafru Beshi | Ends at: Dhunche |
| Trek Region: Langtang | Transport: Public Bus |
| Duration: 8 days | Trip Grade: Moderate |
| Max Altitude: 4460 m / 14632 ft (Kyanjing Ri) | Accomodation: Teahouse |
The Gosaikunda Lake trek falls within Langtang National Park and takes in the high altitude freshwater lake of Gosaikunda (4,380m). Gosaikunda is not only a Ramsar site (since 2007), meaning that it is a wetland of international importance, but is a site considered holy to both Buddhists and Hindus.
On this week long trek (with the possibility to extend longer), there are dramatic views of the Manaslu range, Ganesh Himal range, Tibetan peaks and Langtang Lirung, as well as the three lakes of Gosaikunda, Saraswati Kunda and Bhairab Kunda.
In Hindu mythology Gosaikunda is the abode of the gods Shiva and Gauri. In fact it is believed that Lord Shiva formed the lake when he thrust his holy trident into the mountain to extract water to drink. The waters are considered of particular significance during the Janai Purnima festival at the full moon in August, when thousands of pilgrims gather.
The Gosaikunda Lake trek discovers the lakes and mountains of the area as well as following ridges, crossing ravines and suspension bridges, winding through rhododendron, oak and pine forests, and provides an insight into how the people of this area live.
For people who have a fascination for culture and mythology as well as a passion for mountains and nature but don’t want to trek at high altitude, this is the perfect trip!
Gosaikunda Lake Trek Itinerary
Day 1: Kathmandu to Syafru Beshi (Drive)
Syafru Beshi a – 1,550 m / 4921 ft – 7 to 8 hrs (Drive)
Day 2: Trek to Lama Hotel
Tikhe Dhunga – 2380 m / 7808 ft – 6 hrs
Day 3: Lama Hotel to Thulo Syafru
Thulo Syafru – 2330 m / 7644 ft – 5 to 6 hrs
Day 4: Thulo Syafru to Shin Gompa
Shin Gompa – 3330m / 10925 ft – 4 to 5 hrs
Day 5: Shin Gompa to Gosaikunda
Gosaikunda – 4460m / 14,632 ft – 5 to 6 hrs
Day 6: Gosaikunda to Chandanbari
Chandanbari – 2,000 m / 6561 – 5 hrs
Day 7: Chandanbari to Dhunche
Dhunche – 1300 m / 4265 ft – 8 hrs
Day 8: Dhunche to Kathmandu (Drive)
Kathmandu – 1380 m – 6 hrs
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Includes
- 7 nights accommodation in mountain teahouses
- Guide for 8 days
- Kathmandu Syafru Beshi, Dhunche Kathmandu local bus
- Langtang national park permit
- Trekkers information management system card
- 8 x breakfast, 8 x lunch and 7 x dinner while on trek
- One porter for 8 days USD 142 (Optional)
- Private Jeep USD 260 (Optional)
Gosaikunda Lake Trek Map
