Gosaikunda Lake Trek
Explore the breathtaking Gosaikunda Lake, a sacred alpine lake in Nepal

Trip Overview:
Location
Nepal
Region
Langtang
Max-Elevation
4,380 m
Duration
9 days
Accommodation
Hotel/Lodge
Best Seasons
Spring and Autumn
Group
Min. 1 Pax
Difficulty
Moderately difficult
Start Point
Kathmandu
End Point
Kathmandu
Permit
Required
Food
Three Meals/Day
Introduction to Gosaikunda Lake Trek
Gosaikunda Lake Trek is located in the Langtang National Park, north of Kathmandu. The Gosaikunda Loop is a quite remote and sparsely populated area. A glacier lake, Gosaikunda, is the most famous of the many other glacier lakes in Nepal. It is a very famous holy lake for Hindus and Buddhists. Thousands of Hindu pilgrims visit the Gosaikunda Lake every year during the full moon festival in August and Hindu people believe that the god Mahadev (Shiva), intoxicated by grief due to his wife (Parbati) death, felt thirsty so he hit the stone with his holy stick (holy trident), Finally, water came from hit stone then Lord Shiva drank the water and remove his thirstiness and slept there, latter on became his sleeping area is beautiful Gosainkunda Lake.
This is the history of the origin of the Gosaikunda Lake and Hindus believe that the image of Mahadev (Shiva) can be seen in the middle surface of the water. This is a journey with numerous highlights, stunning views of Langtang range, Ganesh Himal, Manaslu and Annapurna massif as far as you can see.
Gosaikunda Lake trek can be extended for more days, but you need to adjust along with it to Helambu Valley, but you need to cross Louribina La Pass (4,610 m) to reach Helambu Valley. But the itinerary below is specifically designed for short vacation periods.
Highlights of the Gosaikunda Lake Trek
Itinerary
After you arrive in Kathmandu airport please check our company board outside the main gate there will be our airport representative you will meet with him, and he will be transferred to hotel by private vehicle and our representative will help you to check in your hotel after that if time enough, representative will take you to our office for short briefing about the trip but if not enough time then give a short trip brief in hotel and request to pay the due balance for the trip. Overnight at Hotel
After breakfast, tour guide will take to you for full day sightseeing in historical monuments sightseeing places including Pashupatinath temple (The biggest Hindu temple), Boudhanath (the biggest Buddhist stupa), Swayambhunath known as monkey temple and Kathmandu Durbar square then drive back to hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Today your guide will pick you up from your hotel early in morning to go for new bus park to catch the public bus to Dhunche but if you prefer to hire private vehicle then private vehicle (Jeep/Land cruiser or bus depend on group size) will pick up from hotel and directly drive to Dhunche. You head north of Kathmandu driving through scenic foothills and ridgeline vistas to Dhunche (1960m) through the famous places Kakani (2145m), Ranipauwa, Trisuli Bazaar (548m), Betrawati (620m), Kalikhastan (1390m) and finally you reach at Dhunche (1960m) It takes about 6/7hours drive from Kathmandu. Overnight at Teahouse/Lodge.
Today is steep, hard that climbs more than 1300m. Few minutes walk in motor road then you will meet the sign for trail, the first part of the trails ascends gradually through mineral water factory up to Ghatte Khola (stream). Crossing a suspension bridge over this stream, the trail follows the north side of the river for short while, then begins the steep climbs towards the ridge. After the initial climb, the trail levels a bi, Passes through tiny village of Deurali (2660m) and then continues up to this ridge. Climbs through a forest of firs and rhododendrons for about two hours you reach at very basic teahouse from where you will see views of back down valley. After that the trail continues to climb to the Dimsa (3030m). Beyond trek continue up past an army camp, and then climb up through scrub and oaks to Sing Gompa (3330m) overnight at Teahouse/Lodge.
The trail of today climbs steeply up the ridge, which creates a transition zone between rich, moist forests on the northern slopes and dry scrub vegetation on the slope facing south. The area on the northern slope is a sanctuary for the red panda, an endangered species that the Nepali calls cat bear. The trail crosses behind the ridge and stays in the deep forest for a while before emerging onto a saddle at Chalang Pati (3650m) from here we enter the Goisakund protected area where the killing of animals, lighting of wood fires and grazing of goats is prohibited. As the trail steeply climbs up to Laurebina today you will enjoy the outstanding views of Annapurnas, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal and Langtang lirung. It is possible to continue to Goisakund on the same day, but for acclimatization reasons as well as morning view from here is excellent so it is better to stay one overnight in Laure Binayak (3920m). Overnight at Teahouse/Lodge.
Today we start by climbing further along the ridge till we see the first lakes at around 4,100 meters. The trail now leaves the ridge and heads high above the Trisuli valley. After the trail crosses a spur, the second lake in the chain (Bhairav Kund) comes into view. The trail climbs gently but continuously to the third and largest lake known as Gosaikunda (4,460 m). Goisakunda Lake has a black rock in the middle, said to be the head of Shiva. According to the legend, Shiva created the lake when he pierced a glacier with his trident to obtain water to quench his thirst after consuming poison. Hundreds of pilgrims come here to worship and bathe during the full-moon festival each August. It takes about 40 minutes to walk around the lake. Overnight at Teahouse/Lodge.
Today, after breakfast we start our trek to Dhunche which is quite long day walk but Trekkers easily manage it because from Goasaikunda trek trail lead all the way down hill so people easily reach in one day from Gosainkunda. After you reach the Dhunche (1960m) then refresh and celebrate the last night in Himalaya. Overnight at Teahouse/Lodge.
Today early in the morning we catch the public bus to Kathmandu or if you have booked private vehicle through our company then private vehicle (Jeep/Land cruiser or bus depend on group size) will pick up from Dhunche and drive to Kathmandu. It takes about 7/8 hours drive through scenic foothills and ridgeline vistas to Kathmandu. The first part of your drive up to Trishuli Bazaar is through gravel and bumpy road and then well paved road up to Kathmandu. Overnight at Hotel.
After breakfast, End of our services with departure transfer to the Kathmandu airport to board flight for your onward destination.
Not Satisfied with the above itinerary? We also offer flexible, tailor-made trips according to your preferences and specification.
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Elina Hyypolainen & Sanni Rannikko (Finland)
The trek to Gosainkunda Lake was absolutely gorgeous, with stunning landscapes and peaceful surroundings. Our guide and porter were extremely helpful, friendly, and attentive, making the journey comfortable and memorable. Their knowledge and support added great value to the experience. Highly recommended for anyone looking for an unforgettable adventure in...