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Gosaikunda Lake Trek — 9 Days
9 days4,380 mFrom Dhunche / SyabrubesiBest: Mar–May, Sep–Nov5.0 (2)
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Duration
9 days
From
$1,010/person
Max Altitude
4,380 m
Difficulty
Moderate
Starts
Dhunche / Syabrubesi
Group Size
2–12 People
Stay
Tea House
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Best Season
Mar–May, Sep–Nov
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Trip Highlights
Gosaikunda Lake (4,380 m) — the most sacred Hindu high-altitude pilgrimage lake in Nepal
Lauribinayak Pass (4,609 m) — high-altitude crossing between Langtang and Helambu valleys
Sacred lake chain at dawn: Suryakunda, Bhairavkunda, Gosaikunda reflect the Himalayan sky
Langtang National Park — red panda, Himalayan tahr, and snow leopard territory
Tharepati ridge (3,608 m) — sweeping views of the Ganesh and Jugal Himalaya
Authentic Tamang villages on the descent to Helambu — rich Buddhist culture
Janai Purnima festival atmosphere (July–August): thousands of Hindu pilgrims at the lake
Less-crowded alternative to Everest and Annapurna — true off-radar Himalayan trek
Trek to the sacred Hindu and Buddhist alpine lakes of Gosaikunda (4,380m).
Day-by-Day Itinerary(9 days)
Altitude Profile
Peak: 4,610 m · Day 3Drive northwest from Kathmandu (5–6 hours) through the Trishuli River gorge and terraced hillsides to Dhunche (1,950m), the headquarters of Langtang National Park and starting point for the Gosaikunda pilgrimage route.
1,950 mDrive–B, L, DTea House
The Gosaikunda Lake Trek is a 9-day journey to one of Nepal's most sacred pilgrimage sites — a string of sixteen alpine lakes at 4,380 m in the Langtang National Park, of which Gosaikunda is the most revered: a Hindu holy lake visited by hundreds of thousands of pilgrims during Janai Purnima (full moon, July–August) and renowned for its crystal-clear waters and surrounding 6,000 m peaks.
The approach from Syabrubesi climbs through the Sing Gompa forest and Laurebina La (4,610 m) to reach the lake basin. The high plateau above the lakes offers panoramic views of Langtang Lirung (7,227 m), Ganesh Himal, and Dorje Lakpa on clear days. The descent via Sundarijal returns through rhododendron forest — the full traverse from Syabrubesi to Sundarijal is the classic Gosaikunda route, covering varied terrain with excellent acclimatisation staging.
Best seasons: October–November and March–May (avoid August monsoon). Access: Kathmandu–Syabrubesi bus (included). Max altitude: Laurebina La 4,610 m.
What's Included
Included
- Government-registered English-speaking guide
- Porter (1 per 2 trekkers)
- Langtang National Park entry permit
- TIMS card
- Kathmandu–Dunche/Syabrubesi bus and return bus
- All teahouse accommodation on trek
- 3 meals per day (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Altitude illness kit and pulse oximeter
- All government taxes and service charges
Not Included
- International airfare to/from Kathmandu
- Nepal entry visa fee ($30–$50 on arrival)
- Comprehensive travel insurance with emergency evacuation
- Meals not listed in daily itinerary
- Personal trekking gear and equipment
- Tips for guides and porters
- Beverages, hot showers, and battery charging at teahouses (payable direct)
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
- Any costs arising from illness, injury, or early departure
Pickup
Pokhara or Kathmandu: where should we pick you up?
This trip begins in Pokhara, Nepal’s lakeside trekking town. Most international flights land in Kathmandu, about 200 km away (25 minutes by plane or 6 to 8 hours by tourist bus), so you can either make your own way to Pokhara or let us collect you in Kathmandu.
Pickup in Pokhara
Already in Pokhara? We collect you from your hotel at no charge.
- Pokhara hotel pickupFrom any hotel in Pokhara, Lakeside included.Free
- Pokhara airport pickupWe quote
- Pokhara tourist bus park pickupWe quote
Pickup in Kathmandu
Landing in Kathmandu? We meet you at the airport or your hotel and get you to the start.
- Kathmandu international airport (on arrival)Includes getting you to Pokhara by tourist bus or flight. The price depends on your arrival, so we confirm it with you.We quote
- Kathmandu domestic airportWe quote
- Kathmandu hotel pickupIncludes getting you to Pokhara by tourist bus or flight. The price depends on your arrival, so we confirm it with you.We quote
- Kathmandu tourist bus park pickupWe quote
Hotel in the city
- No hotel, I will book my own$0
- Kathmandu: tourist standard guest houseWe quote
- Kathmandu: 3-star hotel (bed & breakfast)We quote
- Kathmandu: 4-star hotel (bed & breakfast)We quote
- Kathmandu: 5-star hotel (bed & breakfast)We quote
Prices are per person and added to the trip price when you book. “We quote” means the price depends on your flight time and hotel, so our team confirms it with you before the trip. It is never added to your payment without asking.
Best Time to Go
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
Best season. Clear skies, excellent views of Langtang Lirung and Ganesh Himal. October is perfect. Less crowded than Annapurna/Everest.
Low: -5°C Kyanjin High: 18°C lower November: possible above 4,000 m
Spring (Mar–May)
Good. Rhododendron forests in bloom. Gosaikunda still partially frozen in March, fully accessible by May.
Low: -2°C Kyanjin High: 20°C lower March: Gosaikunda frozen
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Cold but accessible lower Langtang. Kyanjin Gompa reachable with cold-weather gear. Gosaikunda route may be closed.
Low: -15°C Kyanjin High: 10°C Syabrubesi Heavy above 4,000 m
Monsoon (Jun–Aug)
Wet trails, leeches in forest sections, views obscured. Not recommended.
Low: 10°C High: 25°C None
Permits Required
Langtang National Park Permit
NPR 3,000 (about US$23)Required for all Langtang treks. Checked at park entrance.
TIMS Card
NPR 2,000 (about US$15)Required for all Nepal treks.
All permits are arranged and included in your package price. Nothing to organise yourself.
What to Pack
Moisture-wicking base layers
Fleece mid-layer
Down jacket (600+ fill)
Waterproof shell jacket and pants
Trekking trousers (2 pairs)
Merino socks (4 pairs)
Warm hat and sun hat
Gloves
Thermal underwear
A detailed packing list will be sent with your booking confirmation. Gear rental available in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Customer Reviews(2)
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Siddharth Mehta
🇮🇳August 2025
Gosaikunda holds immense spiritual significance for Hindu trekkers and I wanted to experience it properly. Travel Himalaya Nepal understood this completely — our guide Prakash was deeply respectful of the pilgrimage aspect while also ensuring we were safe. The Janai Purnima timing was overwhelming — thousands of pilgrims, drums, flowers, the sacred lake... it was something no tourist attraction could replicate. Outstanding company.
Aisha Rahman
April 2025
Gosaikunda exceeded every expectation. I had read about the sacred lake but nothing prepared me for actually standing at 4,380m looking at water that seems to belong to another world. The rhododendron forests below Lauribina Pass were in full bloom — red, pink, white, wall to wall. Guide Dawa was wonderful about the altitude — we had proper acclimatisation stops and I never felt unwell. Travel Himalaya Nepal's attention to safety detail is genuinely impressive.
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