This is a Pilgrimage trek that blends with adventure and takes you to the holy lakes of Gosainkund….the hike also cuts across high passes with magnetic mountain landscapes in view.  It’s a perfect holiday for those seeking adventure amidst divine gods in the beauty of nature. This trek will give you sublime peace & help you get rid of your demons….

An enchanting trek that takes you to the heart of the First National Park in Nepal, amidst a spectacular backdrop of snowy Himalayan Peaks and grassy meadows and to a sacred mountain lake Easily accessible and lying in close proximity to Kathmandu, the Langtang Valley is quite popular among trekkers. The valley is flanked by snowy peaks: Langtang Lirung (7246m) to the north, Gang Chhenpo (6388m) and Naya Kanga (5846m) to the south and Dorje Lakpa (6966m) to the east. The valley is home to Tamangs, an ethnic community whose culture is quite similar to the Tibetans.

We begin our trek from Syabrubesi (1460m), a small Tamang village on the banks of the Bhote Koshi river. The trail leads   us to the first national park in Nepal, Langtang National Park which was established in the year 1971. Filled with forests of oak, birch and pine, the park is the habitat of endangered red pandas, Himalayan black bear and langurs. Trekking past grassy yak pastures and meadows filled with wildflowers, we come to Kyanjing. Named after Kyanjing Gompa, the summer settlement of Kyanjing has a small gompa(monastery) and a cheese factory. From Kyanjing we get spectacular views of Himalayan peaks: Langtang Lirung , Pemthang ri , Langshisa Ri , Dorje Lakpa and Kangchenpo. Another highlight of our trek is the Gosainkunda Lake. To reach this sacred lake we trek past a dense rhododendron forest. During springtime, the trail looks heavenly with the trees aflame with red and pink rhododendron blooms. Gosainkunda Lake (4360m) is regarded as a sacred lake by both Hindus and Buddhists. During the full moon festival in August, pilgrims flock to this lake to take a holy dip. The large rock at the center of the lake is said to be the remains of a Shiva shrine .It is believed that an underground channel carries the water from the lake directly to the tank at the Kumbheshwar Temple in Patan, 60 km to the south.

Day 1 Drive from Kathmandu to Syabru Besi (1460m.) which takes about nine hours. You must depart early for the nine hours drive to your starting point at the foot of the Langtang Valley. The road takes a scenic route, climbing high over the ridges to escape the Kathmandu Valley and provides you with a superb panorama of the Himalaya, including the Annapurnas, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal and the peaks of the Langtang region that you will soon get familiar with. Stay overnight at a lodge.

 Day 2 Trek from Syabru Besi to Lama Hotel (2410m.) this takes about six hours. The trail initially crosses the Bhote Kosi, flowing down from Tibet, and then gradually climbs up through the sub-tropical forests, teeming with bird-life, to join the trail from Syabru. You then follow the river, climbing through uninhabited forests of oak and rhododendron and may catch a glimpse of langur monkeys roaming through the trees. You climb along a steep trail to your camp in the forest. 

Day 3 Trek from Lama Hotel to Langtang village (3330m.) which takes about five hours. As you continue climbing there are occasional glimpses of Langtang Lirung between the trees. At Ghora Tabela (3000m) the trail comes out from the forest. The trail continues to climb gently and the valley widens, passing a few temporary settlements used by herders who bring their livestock to graze in the high pastures during the summer months. There is a monastery which you can visit shortly before arriving at the village of Langtang, the headquarters of the Langtang National Park. Stay overnight at a lodge.

Day 4 Trek from Langtang village to Kyangjin (3730m.) which takes about four and half hours. The trail climbs gradually through small villages and yak pastures as the valley opens out further and the views become more extensive. After crossing several small streams and moraines, the trail reaches the settlement at Kyangjin. You should arrive at Kyangjin by lunch time allowing time to acclimatize and explore the area. It is a dramatic setting with snowy peaks surrounding you in all directions. You can enjoy panoramic views of Kyangjin Ri (4750m.), Tsergo Ri (5000m.), Ganja la (5160m.), Langshi sa- ri (6427m.), Dorji Lhakpa (6430m.), Naya Kang (5844m.), Yala peak (5500m.) and so on. Stay overnight at your lodge.

Day 5 Rest this day in Kyangjin. It is a day to rest and explore the area. You can visit the monastery and the cheese factory, walk up the moraine to see the spectacular ice faces and tumbling glaciers of Langtang Lirung or ascend Kyangjin Ri [4350m], directly behind the village for a breathtaking panorama of the Langtang peaks. Stay overnight at a lodge.

Day 6 Trek from Kyangjin to Lama Hotel (2410m.) takes about five hours. From Kyangjin you retrace your route, following the Langtang Khola to Langtang village and on to Ghora Tabela. After lunch you continue the steep descent to Lama Hotel. Stay overnight at your lodge.

Day 7 Trek from Lama Hotel to Thulo Syabru (2130m.) this takes about six and half hours. You retrace your steps to Thulo Syabru, and then follow a steep path through forest which brings in to the view Syabru and its extensive area of millet terraces. A surging path brings you to this fascinating village. Stay overnight at a lodge.

Day 8 Trek from Thulo Syabru to Shing Gompa (3330m) which takes about five hours. From Thulo Syabru it is a steep climb through forests of oak, fir and rhododendron to the top of a ridge. From here it is only a short descent to Shing Gompa. There is a Buddhist monastery and a small cheese factory here. Stay overnight at a lodge.

 Day 9 Trek from Shing Gompa to Gosaikund (4380m.) which takes about five hours. From Sing Gompa you climb a ridge to the main Gosainkund trail. There are good views across Langtang valley to Langtang Lirung. To the west there are dramatic views of the Ganesh Himal and Manaslu. Eventually, the trail descends from the ridge to the first of three lakes, Saraswati Kund. The second lake in the chain is named Bhairab Kund, and the third, Gosainkund. This lake is particularly sacred and a place of pilgrimage in the summer. According to legend, this lake was created by Shiva when he pierced a glacier with his trident to obtain water, quenching his thirst after taking some poison. You camp for the night.

Day 10 Trek from Gosaikund to Ghopte (3430m.) which takes about seven hours. The trail leaves Gosainkund and climbs through rugged country, past four more small lakes to the Laurebina La [4610m], the highest point of this trek. Keep craning your neck back for wonderful views of Manaslu and the mountains of the Ganesh Himal, as well as the now familiar Langtang Lirung. You then descend steeply to camp near Ghopte.

Day 11 Trek from Ghopte to Melamchi Gaon via Tharepati Pass (3490m.). The first part of the trail slightly descends and then begins to ascend through the rhododendron forests until Tharepati and then your trek goes in descending order. Before climbing to Tharepati, a group of herders' huts at 3579m, you cross a stream after coming through rhododendron, oak and juniper forests. From Tharepati, the trail gradually descends through pine and rhododendron forest with good views down into the Helambu valley and across to Jugal Himal and Numbur in the Solu Khumbu. Melamchi Gaon is surrounded by beautiful forests, which is mainly inhabited by Sherpa people with their unique culture. Some Buddhist monasteries are also situated around here. Stay overnight at your lodge.

Day 12 Trek from Melamchi Gaon to Tarkeghyang (2743m.) which takes about three hours. The early part of the trek descends until you cross the stream named Melamchi. Now, you trek gently up to Tarkeghyang passing through Sherpa settlements. Tarkeghyang is a beautiful Sherpa village with one of the oldest and biggest monasteries. Stay overnight at a lodge.

Day 13 Trek from Tarkeghyang to Shermathang (2621m.) this it takes about five hours. This day the trail is quite easier through flat land with beautiful forests on the way. You hike on crossing some small streams on the way. Hereabouts, you will also find a beautiful village on the half way to Shermathang. Shermathang is another pretty Sherpa village where you can visit many ancient monasteries. From this area, you also get to see Jugal Himal range from the north face of Shermathang village. Stay overnight at your lodge.

Day 14 Trek from Shermathang to Melamchi Pul Bazaar (846m.). The trail gradually descends all the way to Melamchi Pul Bazaar through meadows and cultivated fields. On the way, you come across several old villages with their own particular traditions. Stay over night at your lodge.

Day 15 Drive from Melamchi Pul Bazaar to Kathmandu; this takes about five hours. You travel through a graveled and bumpy path up to Zero Kilo and then you follow the pitched road up to Kathmandu. Depending on your flight timing, if there is time, we will go to a well known Nepali restaurant for a tasty Nepali meal where as you savor your meal, you will be entertained to a thrilling cultural dance performed by the local belles. You will really enjoy this outing. This is a complimentary evening out courtesy Zenith Adventures.