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‘adventure on high valley and scenic ridges in the shade of massive Langtang Himal range’

Highlights:

“Adventure of great combination visiting scenic beautiful Langtang valley with high holy Gosainkunda.
Ever present views and panorama of towering Central Himalaya range of mountains on scenic walks
Walk into enchanting woodland of tall alpine tree lines covered with rhododendron, oaks and pines. Langtang and Gosaikunda Trekking explore interesting cultural villages adorned with Buddhism heritage of old traditional farm life
Exceptional scenery of beautiful dramatic landscapes with stunning sunrise views from high green hills.” 

Introduction:

Langtang Valley-Gosainkund Trekking, a perfect adventure to enjoy of little less of two week duration and great combination both scenic and best sides of beautiful Langtang Himal region with Langtang valley and holy glacial pond of Gosainkund.

Langtang Valley-Gosainkund Trekking takes you first around wonderful Langtang Valley at Kyanjin enclosed within array of high towering peaks of Central Himalaya and Langtang range of peaks, next adventure heading towards the sacred Gosainkund, a place with icy pond regarded as holy for Hindu followers.

After a mesmerizing time visiting both best places of Langtang Himal region crossing high pass to reach on the trail to Kathmandu, enjoying fabulous walks with adventure overlooking fantastic views of high Himalayan mountains.

Langtang Valley-Gosainkund Trekking begins with exciting overland journey from Kathmandu heading due north to reach the trekking points around Rasuwa district and Langtang Himal region at Dhunche town and Syabrubesi village.

Walk follows on high hill trails within serene cool alpine forest where some wild-life are sighted sometimes like elusive Red Panda and other animals on route trekking, as the area around an excellent habitat for wild animals and bird life.

Journey continues following a river upstream within a gorge past many scattered farm settlement with main Langtang village populated by Tamang hill tribe of interesting Buddhist culture and custom, as walk leads to an open wide valley on reaching Kyanjin, a scenic magnificent spot within Langtang valley surrounded by high snow capped peaks.

At Kyanjin with extra days for acclimatization and hikes to high view-point hills facing spectacular panorama of mountain range of Langtang and Jugal Himalaya, and then adventure heads towards our next destination to reach at high and holy Gosainkund, a popular pilgrimage spot for all Hindu religion.

Where once a year in wet month of August a great festival takes place, thousands of pilgrims visits here for prayer and worship to Lord Shiva (one of main three Hindu gods), and a dip in the holy pond believe is that it clears the sin of hundred life-times.

From Gosainkund enjoying pleasant time as adventure takes you to cross over the highest point of the trek at Gosainkund and East Laurabinaya-La pass at 4,609 m high to reach the other eastern sides of Langtang area.

After a tough climb and descend back into green forest as route leads on high scenic ridge facing marvelous scenery of rolling hills and valley with views of Langtang and Jugal Himal range then reaching a nice place at Chisapani offers superb sunrise views over range of Himalayan peaks.

Slowly walk comes to an end with long downhill through serene woodland and farm villages to reach at Sundarijal town located on the eastern rim of Kathmandu valley and the city, where short drive completes the trek on reaching into Kathmandu city, after a glorious adventure and fantastic time on Langtang Valley and Gosainkund Trekking.

Best time and season for Langtang Valley-Gosainkund Trekking:

March to May and September to November months of the year except wet monsoon months of mid June to August and winter times from December to February, best time for Langtang Valley and Gosainkund trekking and other Himalayan destinations in spring season from March to May as well during autumn in September till November.

March to May where days are warm with enough day lights cold in the morning and late afternoon till night time, can expect snow sometimes on high hills and over the pass.

An enjoyable time in spring when wild flowers are in full bloom especially rhododendron of various species from tall trees to bush with magnolia and other beautiful flowers that makes a natural garden around high green hills.

September to November months best time with clear fine days for views and pleasant walks but short sun-light hours due to autumn and winter season, much colder morning till night times can expect snow sometimes during walks on higher altitude area and on pass.

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Trip Outlook:

Trek Mode: Hotel in Kathmandu with local lodge on treks
Trek Grade: Moderate to Adventurous walks.
Trekking Region: Nepal North Central Himalaya within Langtang and Jugal Himal range
Highest Elevation: At 4,609 m /15,100 ft high.
Trek Duration: 12 Nights and 13 Days (with drives both ways)
Total Trip: 15 Nights and 16 Days (from arrival to main departure)

Short outline Itinerary:

• Day 01: On arrival at Kathmandu airport 1,340 m meet our staff and transfer to hotel.
• Day 02: At Kathmandu with options for tour with time for trek preparations. 
• Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi 1,460 m-6 hrs ride. 
• Day 04: Trek to Lama Hotel 2,240 m – 05 hrs. 
• Day 05: Trek to Langtang village 3,430 m -05 hrs.
• Day 06: Trek to Kyanjin 3,750 m – 04 hrs. 
• Day 07: Rest-Day for acclimatization and leisure for hike.
• Day 08: Trek to Lama Hotel 2, 470 m -06 hrs.
• Day 09: Trek to Upper /Thulo Syabru village 2,118 m -05 hrs.
• Day 10: Trek to Singh Gompa 3,254m or Chandanbari -05 hrs.
• Day 11: Trek to Gosainkund 4,381 m/14,375 ft -05 hrs.
• Day 12: Trek to Ghopte Odar 3,566m via Laurabinaya-La 4,609 m /15,100 ft.
• Day 13: Trek to Kutumsang 2,445 m -06 hrs.Day 14: Trek to Chisapani 2,205m – 06 hrs.
• Day 15: Few hour walks to Sundarijal 1,380m with one hour drive to Kathmandu.
• Day 16: International departure for home ward bound.