Short 5 Days Gosaikunda Trek Itinerary - 5 Days

  • Duration: 5 Days
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Group: 1 - 25 people
  • Max Altitude: 4610M
  • Best Time Feb - May, Sep - Dec
  • Pick-up: Private Vehicle

Highlights

  • Easy and short trekking in Langtang region.
  • Beautiful settlements of Tamang-Sherpa-Tibetan and local lifestyle.
  • Exciting culture of mix community.
  • Visit the ancient monasteries and Gompas.
  • The trek goes through the colourful dense forests of pine with rhododendron.
  • Explore the rare wide range of flora and fauna.
  • Panoramic mountains views of Langtang Lirung(7,234m), Langtang Ri(7,205m), Ganesh Himal(7,422m), and many other small peaks.
  • Reach Hindu and Buddhist popular pilgrim place Gosaikunda.
  • Enjoy with the sacred lakes of Gosaikunda, Bhairav Kunda, Saraswati Kunda and more.
  • Amazing Himalayan experience trek.

About Short 5 Days Gosaikunda Trek Itinerary

Could you wanna visit the beautiful path of Langtang region on 5 days? The shortest 5 Days Gosaikunda Trek Itinerary is perfect to get an unforgettable experience about the hidden valley and wonderful Himalayan. This trek is one of the most attraction for holiest sacred frozen lakes, beautiful mountain ranges scenery, local culture glimpse, and peaceful surrounded naturally. Gosaikunda 6 days short trek is great options for both of adventure lovers and pilgrims trekkers as well as discover the community lifestyle of the mountainous region, high pass experience, wonderful places, and rare flora with fauna. It is the best short trekking in Himalayan Nepal and you see around scenic beauty and magnificent mountain views, during the trek, all of the villages provide diverse culture and warm hospitality which can make more excited the journey. This trek is all about Gosaikunda Lakes an located at 4380m with surrounding glacier valley and mountain ranges, it is a sacred place for both the Hindus and Buddhists religion.

A majestic place Gosaikunda is the best to explore the alpine freshwater oligotrophic glacier and frozen lakes of unique Langtang National park, there you can visit holiest lakes of Gosaikunda, Saraswati Chandra, Bhairab Kunda, and Surrey Kunda. Gosaikunda Lake trek is also the most importation place of enormous religious and cultural significance. 5 days Gosaikunda trekking is designed for those adventures who have limited vacation and want to touch the best path with wonderful valleys of Langtang. The Short 5 Days Gosaikunda Trek offers spectacular views of the snow-capped mountain peaks like Ganesh Himal, Langtang Lirung, Annapurna, and many more other as well as beauty of natural landscapes and glacier with icefalls zone. A bit challenging part of this trek is an ascent to Luaribina Pass, which is the majestic views of Langtang valley region. In this trek, you'll pass through the traditional villages, peaceful Gompas with monasteries, rivers, streams, ascent and descend the trail, and lush colourful forests of rhododendron-oak-pine-birch.

You start Short 5 Days Gosaikunda Trek from Dhunche after a scenic long natural drive from Kathmandu city and trekking begins towards to beautiful village Sing Gompa crossing by a bridge over the Tirsuli river and climbing through the colourful dense forests of pine with rhododendron. Likewise, you continue to walk on Tamang and Tibetan valley with enjoying the glimpse into the diverse landscape and culture, then ascent to hills, where you observe the panoramic mountain ranges and glacier area. Finally, this 5 days Gosaikunda trek route leads you to the sacred place of Hindus and Buddhists Gosaikunda, there you can visit exciting frozen lakes and surrounding snow-capped mountain peaks. After exploring the delightful Gosaikunda, the trek returns the same trail to Dhunche and drive back to Kathmandu. This Short 5 Days Gosaikunda Trek Itinerary is easy, short, and beautiful trekking destination in Langtang Valley. It offers incredible glimpse scenic around the trek. On this trek, you can do with your family and friends group. For more information about Short 5 Days, Gosaikunda Trek cost or any more then feel free to email and contact us.

These packages are also most attraction trekkers destinations in Langtang region.

  1. Tamang Heritage Trek - 14 Days
  2. Langtang Valley Trek - 11 Days
  3. Langtang Gosaikunda Trek - 13 Days

Itinerary

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After having early breakfast at the Kathmandu hotel, your trekking guide comes to pick up you from the hotel and takes a scenic drive to Dhunche. During the drive, you will pass beautiful small towns, green hill, dense forest, and rivers. Then you stop nearby highway restaurants for having lunch. Likewise, the drive crosses a Tirsuli bazaar and goes through the lush forest to arrive Dhunche, where you get to see magical views of mountain peaks. Overnight you stay at trekking lodge.
  • Trekking Lodge
  • Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
  • 2,000m
  • Dhunche
This day is the starting point of this trek. From Dhunche, you will walk on side valley of Dhunche and cross a bridge over the Tirsuli river, then the trail ascent stone steeps through the lush forests of rhododendron, oak, pine, and birch with enjoying amazing flora and fauna. You continue to reach Deurali (2625m) and the trek follow regular zig-zags to Dhimsa (3000m), where you see wonderful natural landscapes around the valley. Then you will pass a small lodge before reach Singh Gompa, there you can explore beautiful Gompas and local culture. Overnight you stay at Singh Gompa lodge.
  • Trekking Lodge
  • Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
  • 3,250m
  • Sing Gompa
Leaving Sing Gompa behind, the trail gradually ascent through the colourful forests of rhododendron and oak, then arrive on Chalang Pati at 3,650m, where you can enjoy with magical mountain views of Ganesh Himal, Langtang, and many more. Similarly, you enter the Gosaikunda Protected area, then climb rocky steep to Laurebina 3,920m to observe exciting natural landscapes and magnification peaks of Annapurna, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Langtang Lirung, Tibetan mountains, etc. After having lunch at the nearest lodge of Laurebina, the trail leads through the small temple of Sakyamuni (Lord Buddha) and reach amazing mountain place Gosaikunda. Here you can visit many popular frozen and glacier lakes. As well as enjoy the surrounding landscapes around the Gosaikunda. Overnight you stay at Gosaikunda lodge.
  • Trekking Lodge
  • Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
  • 4,380m
  • Gosaikunda
Enjoying early morning beautiful scenic sites and wonderful sunrise, then you will have breakfast and the trek return back to Dhunche. Leaving Gosaikunda behind, the trail descends the same route through the lush forests of rhododendron, oak, pine, and birch. Then passes the beautiful Tamang and Sherpa villages of Lauribinayak, Dhimsa, and Deurali. From Deurali, you drop down along the river and cross a river, then the trail goes through a small green forest to reach Dhunche for overnight stay.
  • Trekking Lodge
  • Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
  • 2,000m
  • Dhunche
Today, you drive back to Kathmandu. Upon reaching Kathmandu, you head to the hotel. You will have a few hours to explore around. In the evening, you meet with other team members over farewell dinner. This is your last day in Nepal, therefore make sure to do all the things that you want to do.
  • Hotel
  • Breakfast/Lunch
  • 1,350m
  • Kathmandu

Notices

Himalayan Frozen Adventure will fully support your whole trip. Sometimes come these kinds of the problem; Weather conditions, health condition of a group member, and unexpected natural disasters. These conditions we make extra or rest day, which is not available in this itinerary but if you have time then it is possible to make more extra day at trekking. You have to pay a package for extra days.

Cost Details

Included Excluded
  • Pickup and drop from Airport to Hotel private vehicle.
  • Accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast.
  • Teahouse/Lodges accommodation during the trek.
  • All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trek.
  • All ground transportation on a comfortable private vehicle as per the itinerary.
  • Guided city tour in Kathmandu by private vehicle.
  • An experienced, English-speaking and government-licensed trek leader and assistant trek 6 trekkers: 1 assistant guide.
  • Seasonal fresh fruits and Supplementary snacks.
  • Emergency rescue operation assistance in arranging in case of complex health conditions (funded by your Travel Insurance).
  • Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter).
  • Guide and porter costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, domestic airfare, food, and accommodation.
  • Down jacket and sleeping bag (to be returned after trip completion).
  • Himalayan frozen adventure bag/duffel bag, t-shirt, and trekking map are yours to take.
  • Trekking permits (Langtang National Park Permit, TIMS).
  • First aid box.
  • All government and local taxes.
  • farewell dinners.
  • Nepalese visa fee (15 days - $25-30, 30 days- $40-50 and 90 days- $100-110).
  • International airfare to and from Kathmandu.
  • Excess baggage charges.
  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
  • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
  • Travel and rescue insurance.
  • Personal trekking equipment for this trek.
  • Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc.)
  • Personal clothing and gear.
  • Tips for guide, porter, and driver.

Departures & Dates

Himalayan Frozen Adventure is a responsible travel company in Nepal. Our all dates are 100% guaranteed if there no political unrest and natural disaster then. Is there not any error then you can use this date it's better for your trip.  We try our best to ensure this information.

FAQs

Is Gosaikunda Trek Difficulty?
This trek is easy than another trek, Gosaikunda Trek difficulty is through the Gosaikunda Lake (4,380m). Gosaikunda Trek Difficulty is classified as moderate, who has good healthy fitness, perfect training, and already has done trek above 2000m, those trekkers can do easily this trek. 

Is it necessary to need travel Insurance for this trek?
The travel insurance will cover emergency evacuation as Helicopter rescue and the hospital charge. If you fell an accident and Acute mountain sickness then, at this condition, your travel insurance will immediately provide the helicopter. 

Electricity does available on Gosaikunda Trek?
Yes, electricity is available in the lower region of the Langtang region, where you can get to charge your camera and mobile batteries, etc. But high elevation there has a solar system power so it's not enough for the charge. So we suggest you take some extra batteries for this Gosaikunda trek.

Is possible to take my children to Gosaikunda Trek?
Of course, all of the age can do it but before goes trekking, you have to give training for your child.

Is possible to get a hot shower the trekking?
Yes, the hot shower is possible to get many lodges and teahouse but above the 4,000m is not available and not good for your health.

Can I found Wi-Fi through the trek?
Of course, Wi-Fi is available many lodges and teahouse, but you have to pay extra.

Is it safe for a solo female traveler?
Of course, the solo female traveler is fully safe, Himalayan frozen Adventure is responsible teams, who leading many solo trekkers through the Himalayan and made successfully.

How can I respect the culture?
During the trekking, we can get Different kinds of culture, there we can see some notice, we have to follow that notice rule and regulation.

Is possible to get ATM through trek?
No, is not possible to get ATM and bank through the trek, so you have to takes Nepali money from Kathmandu.

Do I have to take sleeping bags on the trek?
Yes, is necessary to take sleeping bags on the trek because the lodges don't have enough blanket.

How high the Gosaikunda Trek?
Gosaikunda Trek's high elevation is (4,380m) above the sea level. 

Is Gosaikunda Trek permit necessary?
Yes, Gosaikunda Lake TIMS and Permit are necessary.

How many hours I have to walk each day?
For this Gosaikunda trek per day maximum of 7 hours and a minimum of 5 hours, you have to walk.

Is possible to make an extra day on the trek?
Yes, if you have time then the trekking is always flexible, you can easily add.

Without any trek can I do it? 
Yap, many trekkers succeed without any trek but you have to use acclimatization day through the trekking. Himalayan Frozen Adventure recommend you before going to the Gosaikunda trek, you have to need training. If any information needs about this Gosaikunda Trek please kindly contact us.

Booking trip can I do cancel?
Yes, you have the option to cancel this trip but there are some certain conditions:

  • If you cancel your trip before 60 days the full amount will be refunded
  • If you cancel your trip before 30 days the 30% amount will be refunded.
  • If you cancel your trip before 1 week the 5% amount will be refunded.

How to manage drink water through trekking?

The Langtang region can get normal free tap water, for this water you have to use purification medicine. Bottled water or boiled water also available to buy at lodges and teahouse. Per day you have to drink about 4-6 liters water for your health.

Is possible to pick up me from the airport?
Yes, when you arrive at Kathmandu International Airport, our airport representative will wait for you at the airport, we will display a Himalayan Frozen Adventure with your group name signboard outside the airport terminal. You will be then transferred to your respective hotel in our car.

Can I exchange my money in Nepal?
Of course, You can exchangers your money at the Airport, ATM, and money exchange by a better rate. And you can get enough Nepalese cash for your trek.

What do I have to carry on the trekking?
You have to carry the perfect size trekking bag where you can put your personal belongings item, snacks, sunscreen, water, camera,  gloves, hat, and jacket. Our porter will carry your 20 kg bigger packs.

Is possible to store my extra things in Kathmandu Hotel?
Yes, it's possible to store your extra things in Kathmandu Hotel, We have a safe place to store your luggage.

Can I get an experienced guide?
Of course, we'll provide an experienced guide, who has the deepest information about Himalayan Nepal, and government license holder English speaking guide. Our guide and porter are fully helpful and friendly and make your trip fantastic.

 

Useful Information

Gosaikunda Trek Travel Insurance

Travel insurance is mandatory to have to join an adventurous trip in the Himalayas. It is for your safety. The travel insurance must cover things like illness, medical emergencies, accidents, death, trip cancellation, and loss of personal baggage & items. All costs for Emergency Evacuation must be paid in cash in Nepal unless an insurance company has agreed to pay all the cost on your behalf. Make sure that your travel insurance covers activities in the Himalayas if you are participating in them.

*Note: Foreigners are not allowed to purchase an insurance policy in Nepal. So make sure to purchase good travel insurance in your country, and it is your responsibility to check whether your insurance policy is adequate or not.

Gosaikunda Trek Accommodation

Gosaikunda Trek accommodations are Lodge and Teahouse. Around Kathmandu, we can find a good facility with comfortable accommodation at the Hotel. Gosaikunda Trek all accommodations are on the twin-shared basis. During the trek, Himalayan frozen Adventure will manage room with attached washrooms. In the teahouse, we have to share the toilet. Single room is available in Kathmandu and the lower elevation trekking region but might be impossible to higher elevations.

Gosaikunda Trek Meals

At the Kathmandu have included only breakfast. During the Gosaikunda Trek, all meals will be provided. In the Langtang region, we can enjoy Nepalese food with international cuisine like Tibetan, Continental, Indian, Tibetan, Italian, etc. Through the trek, we have breakfast/lunch at the teahouse and Dinner will be at the lodge. You can choices different kinds of breakfast, lunch, and dinner by the menu. 

Passport & Visa

A passport with at least six months of validity from the return date is mandatorily needed. You can get the Nepalese visa from the Nepalese Embassies or Consulate in your country. You can also get the Nepalese visa upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. Do know that there are few countries that have to apply for the Nepalese visa from their own country. Obtaining your visa is entirely your responsibility.

While booking, make sure to put full and correct passport information so that we can get all the necessary permits, tickets, and pay fees on your behalf. If you do not provide the correct information when you make your booking, we will not be able to make the necessary bookings on your behalf and cannot be held responsible.

Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS)

AMS or altitude sickness is one of the main risks while traversing in the high altitude. The main region behind getting AMS is when the body doesn't adjust to the lower level, and the result can be deadly. So it is very important to take proper measures on time. Gaining altitude with constant pace and proper acclimatization days will help reduce the chances of getting AMS.

Similarly, you also have to keep yourself hydrated during the trek, therefore, drink enough water and avoid alcoholic drinks as it dehydrates the body. If you are planning to trek in one of the adventurous trails of Nepal then do keep above things in your mind.

Symptoms of altitude sickness

  • Difficulty in sleeping
  • Dizziness or light-headedness
  • Fatigue
  • Headache
  • Loss of appetite
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Shortness of breath with exertion

Preventive measures

  • Include an adequate number of rest days in the itinerary
  • Keep yourself hydrated
  • Do not drink alcoholic beverages
  • Do not gain more than 500 meters in a day
  • Try to spend the night in lower altitude
  • Acclimatize properly at a lower altitude
  • Inform your guide immediately if any of the symptoms you see
  • Do not push yourself

Gosaikunda Trek Best season

The climatic condition of Nepal differs from place to place depending upon geographical regions. One can have warm and hot wear in the terai whereas can observe the chilling arctic-like weather in the Himalayas. Nepal’s weather is influenced by a maritime and continental factor and has four different seasons, Autumn (September to November), followed by Winter (December to February), Spring (March to May), and finally, there is Summer/Monsoon (June to August).

The best time to go on an adventurous journey in the Himalayas is in Spring (March to May) and Autumn (mid-September to November). These are the best times to go on any treks and climbing trips because of stable weather and a moderate climate. There is only one place in Nepal, where you can go trekking in even monsoon (July to mid-September) and that is Upper Dolpo. This region lies in the rain shadow of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges and therefore does not receive rainfall in the monsoon.

Autumn (September To November)

Autumn (September-November) is one of the perfect seasons to trekking with hiking in Himalayan Nepal, so thousands of trekkers choose these months. In fact, September, October, and November months are will be full of excellent atmosphere as well as beauty, enjoys your journey with joy and beauty. The Autumn season provides reference weather with clear magnificent mountains. The temperature is good than another season. September-November is a great time to express your adventure in Himalayan Nepal. It will also be free from natural disasters such as floods and landslides these months. It's the most famous season to goes high altitude area of Himalayan. 

Winter (November To March)

Winter (November-March) is also possible to trek in Himalayan Nepal, the weather condition is stable and the days are clear. December, January and February are the cold months in Nepal. Days temperatures are cool but the nights are much cold. During the winter trek is risk winds and colder temperatures. Above 3,000m altitude being usually snowfall and freezing. If you are looking for wonderful scenery, let choose the lower elevation trek in Nepal.

Spring (March To May)

Spring (March-May) is the second famous trekking season in Himalayan Nepal. March, April, and May is also a great option to mountain climbing and high altitude trek. At spring morning weather condition will be clear, but the afternoon sky covered by the cloud, and sometimes can be rain. You can get to see beautiful flowers like jasmine, pine, and rhododendron with wild flora. During the Spring, lower altitude trek is mildly warm and above 3,000m quite a moderate temperature. This season also best to express your adventure in Nepal.

Summer (June To August)

In the summer season, the trekkers are less crowded in the Himalayan region will be less. June, July and August are the main raining season in Nepal which involves monsoon. Bad weather can hamper travel, maybe some problems during the journey due to heavy rain. Some travelers prefer to travel at this time as this is also not an emergency period. The weather is hot and almost everyday rains. This season is better for the tour to Tibet and in Himalayan Nepal like Mustang, Dolpo region, and Nar-Phu valley because these regions are in the rain-shadow.

Trekking Equipment

Trekking equipment is the essential material used during the trip to the Himalayas, which is used on a daily basis. Without trekking equipment, your trip may be unsuccessful so we request you please follow the list. If you have not time to buy in your country, so don't worry we can help to buy trekking equipment in Kathmandu. Himalayan Frozen Adventure Pvt.Ltd will make your precious time reference and entertainment.

Trekking Equipment Lists

HEAD

  • Headlight
  • Sun hat
  • Warm hat and scarf

FACE

  • Face wipes and towels
  • Sunscreen +40
  • Sunglass

Hands

  • Waterproof & Snowproof Gloves
  • Lightweight gloves

Body clothing

  • Sleeping bag
  • Down jackets
  • Sport hiking t-shirts, preferably quick-drying
  • Fleece jacket and sweaters
  • Poncho and rain jacket
  • Socks preferably cotton –mix
  • Lightweight cotton trekking pants with folding option

Lists of Footwear

  • Water/Snowproof Trekking Boots
  • Socks preferably cotton sports socks but take some extra pairs
  • Crampon (optional)

Essential gear

  • Day Backpack above the 30 L
  • Pack covers
  • Thermos Bottel- hard bottle that can be used for boiled drinking water

Water peals

  • Umbrella / Poncho
  • Walking pole if you need it
  • Thick Sleeping bag
  • Deodorant
  • Laundry soap
  • Antibacterial Gel
  • Toiletries
  • Toothbrush
  • Shampoo

Personal accessories

  • Cell phone
  • Watch
  • Camera
  • Money wallet with Money
  • Padlocks
  • Plastic bag
  • Sewing kit
  • Extra p photos and passport photocopies

First-aid Kit

  • Diamox (acetazolamide)
  • Lozenges
  • Elastic bandages
  • Moleskin
  • Cotton bandages and band-aids
  • Lancing needle
  • Antibiotic eye-drops
  • Thermometer
  • Sling
  • Paracetamol
  • Antiseptic antibacterial cream or solution
  • Painkillers
  • Anti-emetic for nausea (not at high altitude)
  • Loperamide to control diarrhea
  • Norfloxacin or Cipro to cure diarrhea, other infections
  • Oral rehydration salts

Himalayan Frozen Adventure Pvt. Ltd porter is available for (2 trekkers a porter) who will carry up to 20 kg at maximum; therefore, keep this in mind before you pack your bags!!!