Gosaikunda Trek 5 days
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Overview
Gosaikunda Trek 5 Days is a popular trek for both nature travelers and pilgrims. Located at 4,300 meters, Gosaikunda does not offer itself easy to trekkers. You have to pass through a high pass and walk for a few days to reach and return from Gosaikunda.
On your 5 days Gosaikunda Trek, you will get a chance to trek in the mountainous region of Nepal; discover amazing places, and know a lot of new things about Nepal. You will pass through many rhododendron forests, rivers, streams, and villages en route to Gosaikunda.
In this trek, you get to witness the majestic views of Ganesh Himal, Langtang Lirung, Annapurna, and many more. The ascent at the Luaribina Pass is a bit challenging part of this trek.
In your 5 days Gosaikunda Trek, you will start your journey from Kathmandu; then travel to Dhunche – the trailhead of Gosaikunda Trek. You spend your first night there and start your trek the next day.
You will then walk for two days to reach Gosaikunda. Gosaikunda is a lake that carries a lot of values to Hindus and Buddhists. Every year in the Full Moon of August, thousands of pilgrims flock to Gosaikunda to take a bath. It is a popular destination for Langtang Helicopter Tour.
After spending a beautiful night in Gosaikunda, you will retrace back to Dhunche the next day. Spend a night in Dhunche and travel back to Kathmandu the next day.
Teahouses on the way are basic. They provide you with basic facilities like good food, and nice accommodation. But, if you want the luxurious amenities, the hotels en route to Gosaikunda lack them.
If you want to spend your time on a short trek in the mountainous region of Nepal; then Gosaikunda 5 days trek can be a good option.
Highlights of Gosaikunda Trek 5 Days
- Short and easy itinerary near to Kathmandu(1,400 m).
- Explore the beauty of sacred lakes – Gosaikunda, Bhairav Kunda, Saraswati Kunda and more.
- Panoramic view of mountains like Langtang Lirung (7,234 m), Langtang Ri (7,205 m), Ganesh Himal (7,422 m), and many other small peaks.
- Home to different endangered species like Red Panda, Snow leopard and more.
- Accommodation in traditionally-built teahouses.
- Close Encounter with the lifestyle of Himalayas.
Drive from Kathmandu (1,400 m) to Dhunche (2,030 m)
We will start our trip in the early morning. Following our breakfast, our guide will help you to get to Machha Pokhari Bus station. From there we will head towards Dhunche (2,030 m/6,660 ft) from Kathmandu by bus.
On the way, we will be able to enjoy the picturesque settlements and meadows. Through beautiful scenic route and along with immense Trishuli river, it will take us around 5-6 hours to reach Dhunche.
Dhunche is a small settlement area and the headquarter of Rasuwa District. After our arrival in Dhunche, we will stroll around the village and spend our time with locals. After spending a wonderful evening with locals, we will stay overnight in a well-maintained tea house.
Accomodation: Lodge
Duration: 5 hours drive
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Ascent: +1,350 m
Distance: Around 117 km
Trek from Dhunche (2,030m) to Chandanwari (2,345 m)
We will begin day 2 of our Gosaikunda Lake Trek with a warm breakfast in Dhunche before starting our ascent toward Chandanwari. After hiking for about two hours, we reach Deurali, a small but charming village with a few teahouses, perfect for a short rest. The trail then leads us through beautiful pathways filled with small streams and waterfalls, eventually bringing us to Dhimsa after another 2-3 hours of walking.
From Dhimsa, the climb becomes a bit more challenging as the trail ascends steadily through dense pine forests. This section requires some effort, but the peaceful forest surroundings and fresh mountain air make the journey rewarding. After completing the uphill climb, we finally arrive at Chandanwari, also known as Sing Gompa, a lovely settlement nestled at the base of a pine-covered hillside.
Chandanwari offers several highlights for trekkers. The famous Yak Cheese Factory and the historic Sing Gompa Monastery are the major attractions here. We will taste fresh yak cheese and explore the monastery before ending our day. In the evening, we enjoy a hearty dinner, often accompanied by more delicious yak cheese and spend a comfortable night in Chandanwari.
Accomodation: Lodge
Duration: 4-5 hours walk
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Ascent: +395 m
Distance: Around 8 km
Trek from Chandanwari (2,345 m) to Gosaikunda (4,380 m)
Following our hearty breakfast in Chandanwari, we will hike uphill to Gosaikunda (4,380 m) on the day 3 of Gosaikunda Trek. Today the hiking will be comparatively more difficult than yesterday.
The trail gradually ascends up from the beginning. We will be hiking via rugged and narrow trail all the way to Gosaikunda. Gradually when we ascend, you will have to walk through barren hills and encounter cold breeze. So, make sure you have clothes warm enough to keep you fine in such a cold environment.
After hiking for nearly 1 and a half hour, we will get to Cholangpaty (3,500 m). Now the views of mountains like Langtang Lirung (7,234 m), Langtang Ri (7,205 m), Manaslu (8,163 m) and Ganesh Himal (7,422 m) are close and clear.
Another 2 hours of the walk will take us to Lauribinayak (4,610 m). From Lauri Binayak, a panoramic view of Langtang Lirung, Ganesh Himal, Masalu and Langtang Ri can be enjoyed.
Then, after hiking up for roughly 2 hours, we will reach a temple called Sakyamuni, which carries both Hindus and Buddhists values. After hiking for half an hour we will see the first lake, Saraswati Kunda, then Bhairav Kunda and the Mighty Lake Gosaikunda. We will visit other nearby lakes and spend the night in a tea house.
Accomodation: Lodge
Duration: 5-6 hours walk
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Ascent: +2,035 m
Distance: Around 10 km
Trek from Gosaikunda (4,380 m) to Dhunche (2,030 m)
Enjoying the beautiful morning, we will have our breakfast in our hotel. We will explore Gosaikunda then retrace our steps downhill to Dhunche via Lauribinayak, Dhimsa, and Deurali.
Today is the last trekking day. So, enjoy every bit of the trek. Enjoying the alluring views of mountains, pine forest and the flavourful cheese of Chandanwari, we will be hiking downhills. Since we will be descending, hiking will be a bit easier and fun. We will also spot different protected birds in the trail like Wood Snipe, Snow Partridge, Tibetan Snow Cock, etcetera.
After hiking roughly for 6-7 hours we will reach Dhunche.
Accomodation: Lodge
Duration: 6-7 hours walk
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Ascent: +150 m
Descent: -1,450 m
Distance: Around 15 km
Drive from Dhunche (2,030 m) to Kathmandu (1,400 m)
Today is the last day of our 5 Days Gosaikunda Lake Trek. After a wonderful sleep in one of the tea houses in Dhunche, we will have our breakfast. Following our breakfast, we will catch a coach to Kathmandu and travel via a scenic route enjoying the beauty of immense Trishuli river, meadows and picturesque settlements.
After riding around 6-7 hours we will reach Kathmandu. Our trip ends here.
You will have a lot to cherish from the experience of this Gosaikunda 5 Days Trek. The mighty Gosaikunda lake, scenic trails, culturally-enriched Tamang people, the Tibetan-influenced lifestyle, and the delicious Yak’s cheese will be something you will remember in your lifetime.
Accomodation: Lodge
Duration: 6-7 hours drive
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Descent: -630 m
Distance: Around 120 km
Fixed Departure
Cost Includes
- Three meals a day during the Trekking (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
- Accommodation in Tea House during the Trekking.
- Trekking Guide with Insurance, food, accommodations.
- Bus Ticket for client from Kathmandu to Dhunche.
- Bus ticket for guide and potter from Kathmandu to Dhunche.
- First Aid kit.
- Trekking permit (National Park fee).
- Tims card (Trekking information management system) is like a permit.
- Company T-shirt (You must visit our head office to collect your T-shirts before or after your trip.)
- All needed official fee.
Cost Excludes
- International Airfare.
- Your travel insurance.
- Nepal Visa fee
- Expenses in city or kathmandu.
- Any kind of drinks, items of personal expenses like hot shower, battery charge, telephone, Porters etc.
- Tips for Guide and Porter (expected)
Temperature Chart
Altitude Chart
Useful Info
Best Season for Gosaikunda Trek
Like other treks of Nepal, Spring and Autumn and are the best seasons if you want to go to Gosaikunda trekking. The Spring trekkers trek to Langtang between late February to early June is considered an ideal one. Likewise, Autumn Season trekkers trek to Gosaikunda which is also between early September to late December. Skies remain clear and weather is good. Air will be cool and it will like you have entered into a Heaven plane. Alpine forests and green pasture lands are at their best. And the views of the Himalayas are just breathtaking at these seasons.
Best Time for Gosaikunda Trek
Spring Time (March, April, May): Spring is the 2nd favorite month to be trek in Nepal. For nature lovers, this can be the season to do treks here or anywhere else in the kingdom of Nepal. You can also enjoy the blooms of the local flora and fauna in the Langtang National Park in the spring season. You get views of entire sections of forest which will be covered in pink, red, and yellow blooms of rhododendron. You can enjoy your walk along the park with the scents of pine and maple.
The wildlife of the region has also come alive after the winter slumber. If lucky, you can spot the endangered red panda at the trek. The weather conditions at spring are also quite stable. You can enjoy walks in cool, warm and dry weather. The average max. temperatures is between 18-30 degrees Celsius. The average min. temperature remains around which lies around 6-18 degrees Celsius. Hence, it is not too hot for walks at the region. Summer Time (June, July, August) Summer is also known as monsoon season in Nepal. During the non-rainy days, the average max. temperature tends to be in between 22-30 degrees Celsius. And, the average min. temperature lies between 17-21 degrees Celsius. During the rainy days, it can also get colder.
It gets an average of around 400-500mm of rainfall per month during these 3 months. Yet, from Dhuche onwards, the trek becomes drier. If you don’t like the rain, try early June for your trek during summer. The local summer season sets in after mid-June. If you are looking for a comfortable trekking experience or a an in experienced trekker, this season can be difficult. But, if you are looking for some adventure and thrill and enjoy the rain, then this can be the perfect season for you. Nature comes alive during summer. The vegetation in and around the region is lush and green. The water sources come alive. You can see so many streams, waterfalls being born during at this season. The lakes will also appear more full than normal. Hence, summer trekking in Gosaikunda can be a great experience. You also get nice surprises of clear, warm days with spectacular views of the landscape and the mountains.
Autumn Time (September, October, November): Autumn is the most popular season for treks in Nepal that also Gosaikunda Trek. During autumn time, the average max. temperature which lies in between 20-28 degrees Celsius in Gosaikunda. And the average min. temperature which lies in between 6-10 degrees Celsius. The moderate temperatures with the clearer weather conditions make autumn the ideal season for treks here. During this season, you can also enjoy your walks at the Langtang region in warm, dry weather. The trails are also in their best condition. They are no longer muddy and slippery. You will also find fewer infestations at the mosquitoes and leeches during this season.
The clear blue skies during this season can also offer breathtaking views of the mountain peaks. Some of the famous ones to look out for are Langtang Lirung, Ganesh, Himalchuli, and Dorje Lakpa. You can also enjoy the clear views for the surrounding valleys, ridges, and highlands. You can also enjoy a spectacular display of wildflowers. Winter Time (December, January, February) Till mid-December, you can enjoy the benefits of treks at the autumn season in Gosaikunda. Winter settles in only after mid-December. After this, the high-altitude regions of Gosaikunda also get snowfall. The trails can get slippery from the snow as well.
Yet, you can still enjoy and do Gosaikunda Trek. During this season, the average max. temperature also lies between 18- 22 degree in the Winter. The average min. temperature lies between 2 to -6 degrees Celsius. Hence, it is not as cold as in some other high-altitude treks of Nepal. With proper clothing, equipment, and supplies, you can have a good time in Gosaikunda. You can witness the frozen lakes and waterfalls. You can also enjoy snowfall in the region. During winter, you also get some of the best views of snow-capped mountain peaks. With fewer trekkers on the trails, you can enjoy the tranquility for the region. You can witness nature in its undisturbed form at these winter months.
Gosai Kunda Festive Days
Festivals in Nepal are a celebration and amazing in itself Most festivals in Nepal have an association with religion and tradition of the nation of Nepal. Hence, they are a great way to enjoy and understand some aspects of the rich culture of Nepal in the following lines. Gosaikunda Lake is the focal point of one of the most important festivals of the Hindus and Buddhists of Nepal- Janai Purnima. This festival usually takes place during the full moon day of August. Hindu and Buddhist devotees from all over Nepal and other parts of the world likes to visit Gosaikunda during this day.
According to religious belief, the lake carries water directly from the lake to the Kumbheshwar Temple at Patan in Kathmandu Valley (60 km southwest). Hindu people chant Gayatri Mantra and change their Sacred thread (Janai) for protection and Rakshya Bandhan which is a sacred red-yellow thread tie around the wrist by the priest. We can see an image of Shiva at its center, filled with water in this lake. We have to also customize the Gosaikunda festival trek to coincide with this special festive at the Langtang region.
Gosainkunda Trek 5 days Routes
Our Gosaikunda trek also starts begins driving from Kathmandu unto Dhunche. With an outstanding view for the countryside, you will be able to enjoy driving even though the road is not that good. Most of the road is not blacktopped. Dhunche headquarter of Rasuwa where you will spending a night. The walk also starts from Dhunche by the next morning, the trail is accented with bamboo bushes and rhododendron tree. Cholangpati is the overnight place where you spent the next night before Gosainkunda. Viewpoint at Gosainkunda is another major attraction of this trek from where you can also observe the Langtang Himalayan range. To back from here to Dunche is another 2 days trek. The Itinerary that we will be offerring is 4 days Gosaikunda trek, which means you will walk just 4 days at your trek. Some of you can even do it on 3 days but the Gosaikunda trek 3 days is quite tough to start with.
Gosainkunda Trek 5 days Difficulties
Gosainkunda Lake Trek is a relatively moderate trek. The trail has both easy and steep sections. There are many ascends and descends through dense forests and sometimes rugged paths too. You have to have to walk 6 to 7 hours a day in the minimum, therefore good health and stamina are needed to go at the Langtang Gosaikunda Trekking. You do not need to be an experienced trekker to go on this adventurous journey.
Weather and Temperature of Gosainkunda Trek
The weather at the Gosaikunda is quite unpredictable and can change. The weather is always wet so before traveling to Gosaikunda, arrange all necessary stuff you will need during the trek. Keep warm clothes, hiking boots, walking steak, gloves, water bottles, sunglasses, raincoats, medicine and also some food too
Lauribinayak Pass (Gosaikunda Pass)
Lauribinayak Pass, often called Gosaikunda Pass, is one of the highest points on the Gosaikunda Lake Trek, standing at approximately 4,610 meters (15,121 ft). This iconic mountain pass is a must-visit destination for trekkers seeking adventure and panoramic Himalayan views. The pass offers an unparalleled vantage point to witness the Langtang Himalayan range, including peaks like Langtang Lirung (7,227 m), Ganesh Himal, and even glimpses of distant Everest on clear days.
Trekking across Lauribinayak Pass is a rewarding challenge due to its steep ascents and high altitude. The trail is adorned with rhododendron forests, alpine meadows, and cascading streams, making the journey visually stunning. Sunrise and sunset from the pass are particularly breathtaking, painting the sky with hues of gold and pink over the snow-capped mountains.
This pass is also culturally significant. Local legends say that crossing the pass without a stick, known as “Lauri”, is difficult—a tradition that adds a mystical charm to the trek. Trekkers often use this point to capture memorable photos and enjoy short breaks to acclimatize before descending toward Dhunche or Gosaikunda Lake.
Gosaikunda Lake
Gosaikunda Lake is a sacred high-altitude lake situated at 4,380 meters (14,370 ft) in the Langtang region of Nepal. It holds immense religious significance for both Hindus and Buddhists, who believe that the lake is the abode of Lord Shiva. Every year, thousands of pilgrims visit Gosaikunda during Janai Purnima, a major festival celebrated in August.
The lake is surrounded by pristine alpine landscapes, including glaciers, snow-capped peaks, and lush green meadows. Trekkers on the 5 Days Gosaikunda Lake Trek can enjoy views of nearby lakes like Suraj Kunda and Bhairav Kunda, along with streams and waterfalls that enrich the natural beauty of the region. The trek to Gosaikunda passes through Lauribinayak Pass, offering panoramic vistas of the Langtang, Ganesh Himal, and Annapurna ranges.
Visitors can also interact with the local communities in the Helambu region, learning about their culture, traditions, and lifestyle. The serene waters of Gosaikunda and the surrounding mountains make it a perfect spot for nature photography, meditation, and high-altitude trekking experiences.
FAQ
What is the altitude of Lauribinayak Pass and Gosaikunda Lake?
Lauribinayak Pass reaches an altitude of 4,610 meters, while Gosaikunda Lake sits at 4,380 meters. These high points provide panoramic views of Langtang Lirung, Ganesh Himal, Annapurna, and even Everest on clear days. Proper altitude acclimatization is recommended to avoid sickness.
Can I combine the Gosaikunda Trek with Langtang Valley Trek?
Yes, the Gosaikunda Trek can be combined with Langtang Valley Trek for a longer adventure. This route allows trekkers to experience Langtang National Park, high-altitude lakes, and sacred monasteries, while also covering Gosaikunda Lake and Lauribinayak Pass, making it perfect for those seeking diverse landscapes and cultural exposure.
How long does it take to complete the 5-day Gosaikunda Trek?
The 5-day Gosaikunda Lake Trek is designed for travelers with limited time. The itinerary covers Dhunche, Chandanwari, Gosaikunda, Lauribinayak Pass, and return to Dhunche, walking 4-7 hours per day. It’s ideal for moderately fit trekkers who want quick access to high-altitude lakes and mountain views.
hat makes the Gosaikunda Lake Trek special in Nepal?
The Gosaikunda Lake Trek is a unique trek that combines breathtaking Himalayan views, sacred lakes, and rich cultural experiences. Trekkers explore Lauribinayak Pass, witness the Alpine flora, and interact with locals in traditional villages like Chandanwari and Sing Gompa, making it one of the most memorable treks in Langtang.
What is the best time to trek to Gosaikunda Lake?
Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September-November) are the best seasons. Spring offers blooming rhododendron forests, while autumn provides clear skies and perfect weather. Monsoon (June-August) brings heavy rain, slippery trails, and leeches, while winter (December-February) is cold but serene with snow-covered landscapes.
Are there guesthouses along the Gosaikunda trekking route?
Yes, trekkers stay in lodges, tea houses, and guesthouses in places like Chandanwari, Gosaikunda, Sing Gompa, and Dhunche. Facilities are basic but comfortable, offering meals, bedding, and hot showers in some lodges, ensuring a pleasant trekking experience.
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