Langtang Gosainkunda lake trek

The drive to Syabru Bensi via Trishuli Bazaar and the town of Dhunche is a scenic and mesmerizing drive with views of mountains like Annapurna II, ganesh Himal and Manaslu. Plenty of greenery, winding rivers and charming villages also make your drive interesting. Overnight at Syabru Bensi.

Trek commences from Syabru Bensi and follows the Langtang River all the way to the head of the valley. Crossing a suspension bridge, an ascent on a ridge leads to Paira Lodge, after which there is a gradual ascent to New Bridge. A further climb takes you to Rimche and then to Lama Hotel. Possibility of encountering Himalayan wildlife. Overnight at hotel

A gradual climb from Lama hotel to Ghora Tabela takes you through lush Himalayan forest including fiery rhododendrons ( esp. in spring ). Great views of Langtang Lirung ( 7244 metres ). Leaving Ghora Tabela, follow the Langtang Khola ( river ) and after a steady climb reach the village of Langtang Village ( 3500 metres ). Visit Kyanjin Gompa. Overnight in Langtang village.

Early morning steady climb takes you Sindum and Yamphu ( 3640 metres ). Crossing Laja Khola and negotiating a moraine, you come to a view point offering stupendous views of Kyanjin Gompa and ice fall of Langtang Lirung. Ascend to the top of Chorka Ri ( 5050 meters ) for spectacular views of the Langtang Himalayas.

Trek down back from Kyanjin Gompa to Lama Hotel. Overnight at lodge.

The trail descends from Lama Hotel to Paira Lodge. After crossing a river, you climb steadily through forest cover to reach Syabru Village. Overnight

Past schools and Gompas the ascent is made through lush forest until you reach Dursagang ( 2660 metres ). A further climb takes you through forest to Sing Gompa. Sing Gompa is known for its Yak cheese factory and Buddhist practices. Overnight

A gradual climb to Laurebina ( 3920 metres ); from this point you can catch glimpses of both Nepal and Tibet Himalayas. Proceed upwards past a temple and statue of Sakyamuni, climb further to get views of Saraswati Kunda and Bhairav Kunda till you reach Gosaikund. Overnight

The trail takes you the northern side of Gosaikund Lake and past three smaller lakes you reach Laurebina Pass ( 4610 metres ). Then it is a descent to Phedi ( 3740 metres ). The trek to Ghopte continues on an undulating trail. Overnight

From Ghopte the trail ascends to Tharepati. Then the trail descends through fir and rhododendron forest while catching glimpses of Mt. Dorje Lakpa on the way to Khumutsang. Overnight.

A descent is made through the charming village of Gul Bhanjyang. A climb to Thodang Betini and continue our trek to Pati Bhanjyang ( 1860 metres ) exploring a Brahmin village. We then proceed to Chisopani. Overnight

Walking through oak and rhododendron forest takes you to Borlang Bhanjyang ( 2440 metres ). Trek down to Mulkharka ( 1800 metres ) which offers a spectacular view of Kathmandu valley. Descend through a forest to Sundarijal and drive to Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel.