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Nepal · Langtang Region

Langtang Gosainkunda Helambu Trek

13 Days
Difficulty · 3 Strenous/5
Max 3490m
Group 2–14 pax
Duration
13 Days
12 nights
Max Altitude
3490m
Highest point
Difficulty
Strenous
3 Strenous out of 5
Group Size
2–14
people
Best Season
Feb, Mar, April, May, June, Sep, Oct, Nov and Dec.
Activity / Day
5-6 Hours Walking

Trip Overview

 

Overview 

Langtang Gosaikunda Helambu Trek combines three major areas north of Kathmandu along the border of Tibet. This is a 13 days trek in the Langtang region of Nepal designed with an expert team of Himalayan Social Journey. Langtang is a narrow valley that lies just south of the Tibetan border. It is sandwiched between the main Himalayan range to the north and a slightly lower range of snowy peaks to the south. This trek offers an opportunity to explore villages to climb small peaks and to visit glaciers at a comfortably low elevation. Trekking in Langtang region is another most travelled trekking destination in Nepal after the Everest region and Annapurna region. This region is comparatively cheaper than the Everest and Annapurna region. Likewise, the trail is also less crowded and tea house accommodation are easily available. 

Journey Route to Langtang Gosainkunda Helambu Trek

Langtang Gosaikunda Helambu Trek commences with a guided sightseeing tour of UNESCO listed world heritage sites of Kathmandu valley. Next on the journey is a scenic drive to Syabru Bensi or Dhunche from Kathmandu which is at the same time adventurous too. The drive through the off the beaten roads are exciting to travel through.  The trek offers some of the incredible views of the mountains like Annapurna, Mt Shipangama (8,027 m) which is the fourteenth highest mountain in the world and one of the hardest mountains to climb. Likewise, you will also get to witness Annapurna range, Huinchuli, Manaslu, Ganesh, Lauribinayak and many more.

The trek will give you insights on the daily lifestyle of people living in high altitude areas and their culture, tradition and customs. In Langtang region, mostly Tamang, Sherpas have resided therefore, you can experience their authentic traditional culture. Also, you can visit religiously important Lake Gosainkunda (4300m) where thousands of Hindu pilgrims visit the lakes during the full moon festival in August. The lake is sacred to Buddhists followers as well. Gosaikunda is actually the largest of three main lakes the other two being Saraswatikunda and Bhairabkunda. Hindu legend has it that the lakes were formed when the God Shiva plunged his trident (Trisuli) into the ground in order to obtain water. The Trisuli River has its source in the lakes thus the name.

The trek finishes off with an exploration of Helambu valley which is very famous for its natural beauty and wonderful climate with superb views of magnificent snow-covered mountains. The area covers typical highland Sherpa villages along with beautiful Rhododendron forests. This region extends from the north to Taramarang to the Gosaikunda Lake and the lower Jugal Himal from the north. The valley is approached from Trishuli River north of Kathmandu.

Highlights 

  • Guided sightseeing tour of cultural heritage sites of Kathmandu valley
  • Explore the religiously famous Holy Lake Gosaikunda
  • Get insights on the Tamang and Sherpa Culture 
  • Witness the breathtaking view of Langtang range, Annapurna, Mt. Shishapangma, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal and so on

    Our Langtang Region trekking programs include:

13 Days LANGTANG GOSAINKUNDA HELAMBU TREK
16 Days Tamang Heritage Trek

11 Days Langtang Valley Trek
12 Days Langtang Gosainkunda Trek

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Day-by-Day Itinerary

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Day 1
Arrival in Kathmandu
Dinner included

 

Upon your arrival in Kathmandu, our representative will meet you at Tribhuvan International Airport, extend a warm welcome, and transfer to your hotel. Take advantage of this day to adjust to the new time zone and immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere of Kathmandu. Orientation Program will be at 5 PM. After orientation program welcome dinner with guide

What’s Included

Included
Airport pick up and drop
Transportation by bus (KTM-Dhunche-Melamchibazzar-KTM)
Three star category hotel in Kathmandu (Himalayan Suite Hotel) in twin sharing bed and breakfast basis
Accommodation in lodge with breakfast during the trek
All meals, accommodation, insurance and other expenses of trekking crew
Necessary permit,TIMS and national park fees
Welcome and farewell dinner
Guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu by car
Necessary equipments (Sleeping bag and trekking pole) during the trek.
Thirty minute special massage at Himalayan Suite Spa
Not Included
Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and trekking days. (Meal costs about 4$ - 6$ dollar per item depending on the place where you eat)
Personal equipment and clothing
International flight ticket (We can help you to book)
Your travel insurance (Compulsory)
City sightseeing monuments entrance fee in Kathmandu (NPR 250+400+1000)

Upcoming Departures

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Route Map

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Starts
Kathmandu Metropolitan City
Ends
Tribhuvan International Airport

Recommended Gear

Warm jacket (down or insulated)
Thermal layers (top & bottom)
Trekking pants & hiking shirts
Warm hat or cap
Gloves
Vest or fleece layer
Hiking boots (comfortable and broken-in)
Lightweight sandals or camp shoes
Warm trekking socks
Daypack with rain cover
Trekking poles
Sleeping bag –15°C (provided by HSJ)
Head torch or flashlight
Power bank
Water bottle
Water purification tablets
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Toiletries (toothbrush, paste, soap, sanitizer)
Basic first-aid and personal medicines
Lip balm and moisturizer
Camera
Mobile phone
Energy bars or dry snacks

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Traveler Reviews20 verified

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Taher★★★★★
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Really excellent day! Rajan was my tour guide and he was excellent. Explained every historical site and the background behind it and was very informative the whole day. He made sure I was ok always, gave good reccomendat…

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Dave★★★★★
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We really enjoyed our tour of the 7 UNESCO sites today. Dipendra was very informative and told us all about the history and fascinating facts of the many temples we visited. This is a full day trip and I would recommend …

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Greg★★★★★
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A great way to see all of the important sites in Kathmandu in just one day! The guide, Dipendra was great! Informative and funny!

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