Langtang Valley with Gosainkunda Lake Trek
Nepal · 14 Days · Moderate
Popular Trek From US $1,320 Mantra Adventure
Trip at a Glance
Destination
Nepal
Duration
14 Days / 13 Nights
Difficulty
Moderate
Activity
Trekking
Transport
Private Car
Group Size
Max 16 People
Accommodation
Tea House / Lodge
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Max Altitude
4,380m / Gosainkunda
Overview
Combine the stunning Langtang Valley with sacred high-altitude Gosainkunda Lakes in one complete circuit.
Trip Highlights
- Maximum altitude: 4,380m / Gosainkunda
- Duration: 14 days / 13 nights
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Expert English-speaking certified guide
- All meals during the trekking
- All permits and TIMS card arranged
- Airport transfers included
- Mantra Adventure duffel bag provided
Package Pricing (Per Person)
| Package | Includes | Price / Person |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Quality accommodation & core services | US $1,120 |
| Comfort Recommended | Boutique hotels, private guides | US $1,320 |
| Luxury | Ultra-luxury, full butler service | US $1,620 |
Group Discount Pricing
| Group Size | Standard | Comfort | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Pax | US $1,120 | US $1,320 | US $1,620 |
| 2 - 3 Pax | US $1,010 | US $1,190 | US $1,460 |
| 4 - 7 Pax | US $930 | US $1,100 | US $1,340 |
| 8 - 13 Pax | US $850 | US $1,000 | US $1,230 |
| 14+ Pax | US $780 | US $920 | US $1,130 |
All prices are per person. Larger groups receive progressive discounts.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,400m)
📍 Kathmandu
Arrive at Kathmandu and transfer to Thamel hotel. Evening orientation briefing with your Mantra Adventure guide. The Langtang and Gosainkunda trek combines the remote Himalayan beauty of the Langtang Valley with a crossing of the sacred Laurebina La pass to the Hindu and Buddhist pilgrimage site of the Gosainkunda Lakes. Welcome dinner included. Meals: Dinner.
Day 2
Day 2: Drive Kathmandu to Syabrubesi (1,460m)
📍 Syabrubesi
A 5–6 hour drive through the Trishuli River gorge and winding mountain roads to Syabrubesi — the gateway village for Langtang. The drive itself is an adventure: narrow roads carved into cliff faces, terraced hillsides, and occasional views of the Langtang peaks ahead. Overnight in a teahouse at Syabrubesi. Meals: All included.
Day 3
Day 3: Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel (2,470m)
📍 Lama Hotel
Enter Langtang National Park and trek north along the Langtang Khola River through sub-tropical forest. The trail climbs steadily through oak, chestnut and bamboo, with the river roaring far below in a deep gorge. Watch for red pandas in the bamboo thickets — Langtang is one of Nepal's best red panda habitats. Walking time: 5–6 hours. Meals: All included.
Day 4
Day 4: Lama Hotel to Langtang Village (3,430m)
📍 Langtang Village
The valley opens dramatically as you emerge from the forest into wide alpine meadows grazed by yak herds. Langtang Village — rebuilt after being devastated by the 2015 earthquake — is a moving testament to Tamang community resilience. A memorial near the village entrance honours the 350 lives lost when an avalanche buried the settlement in seconds. The rebuilt village is warm and welcoming. Walking time: 5–6 hours. Meals: All included.
Day 5
Day 5: Langtang Village to Kyanjin Gompa (3,870m)
📍 Kyanjin Gompa
The final ascent to Kyanjin Gompa across the wide glacial floor of the upper Langtang Valley. The ancient monastery (7th century AD) sits on a flat plateau surrounded by some of the finest Himalayan scenery accessible without technical climbing. The Kyanjin Cheese Factory — established with Swiss assistance in the 1950s — produces exceptional yak cheese. Walking time: 3–4 hours. Meals: All included.
Day 6
Day 6: Kyanjin Gompa — Explore and Acclimatise
📍 Kyanjin Gompa
A day to breathe, acclimatise and explore. Morning hike up Kyanjin Ri (4,773m) for sweeping panoramas of Langtang Lirung (7,227m), Dorje Lakpa (6,966m) and the entire Langtang glacial system. Visit the cheese factory, attend morning puja at the gompa, and watch the yak herders bring their animals home at dusk. Meals: All included.
Day 7
Day 7: Kyanjin Gompa — Tserko Ri (4,984m)
📍 Kyanjin Gompa
The finest viewpoint in the Langtang region. The 4–5 hour return ascent of Tserko Ri gains over 1,100 metres on a steep but well-marked trail. From the summit at 4,984 metres, the panorama includes Langtang Lirung, Dorje Lakpa, Gangchenpo and the entire length of the valley you've walked over the past three days. One of the great viewpoints in Nepal. Meals: All included.
Day 8
Day 8: Kyanjin Gompa to Lama Hotel (2,470m)
📍 Lama Hotel
Begin the descent southward, retracing the route through Langtang Village and back through the forest to Lama Hotel. The altitude drop is significant and welcome — evening brings the sounds of the forest, birdsong, and the rushing Langtang Khola. Walking time: 6–7 hours. Meals: All included.
Day 9
Day 9: Lama Hotel to Thulo Syabru (2,210m)
📍 Thulo Syabru
Leave the main valley trail and ascend to Thulo Syabru — a ridge village with a panoramic position and one of the best views of Langtang Lirung from below. The climb through forest offers excellent birding. Thulo Syabru is the last proper village before the high pass route to Gosainkunda. Walking time: 4–5 hours. Meals: All included.
Day 10
Day 10: Thulo Syabru to Sing Gompa (3,330m)
📍 Sing Gompa
Climb through dense forest on a less-travelled trail towards the high country of the Gosainkunda. Sing Gompa (also called Chandan Bari) is a small monastery-village famous for its yak cheese. The forest here is pristine and the trail quiet. Walking time: 4–5 hours. Meals: All included.
Day 11
Day 11: Sing Gompa to Gosainkunda Lake (4,380m)
📍 Gosainkunda
A dramatic ascent above the tree line to Gosainkunda — one of Nepal's most sacred lakes. The dark waters reflect the surrounding peaks and the sky, and the stone shrines and prayer flags that ring the lake give it an atmosphere of profound spiritual power. Hindus believe Shiva rested here after drinking cosmic poison; Buddhists consider it the abode of Brahma. During the Janai Purnima festival in August, thousands of pilgrims visit. Walking time: 4–5 hours. Meals: All included.
Day 12
Day 12: Gosainkunda — Cross Laurebina La (4,610m), Descend to Ghopte (3,430m)
📍 Ghopte
Cross the Laurebina La pass (4,610m) — a dramatic high crossing between the Langtang and Helambu regions. The path climbs steeply from the lake, passing several smaller sacred tarns, before reaching the wind-scoured pass where an enormous stupa marks the boundary. The long descent to Ghopte drops through alpine meadows and into the upper birch and rhododendron forest of the Helambu region. Walking time: 6–7 hours. Meals: All included.
Day 13
Day 13: Ghopte to Melamchi Pul Bazaar, Drive to Kathmandu
📍 Kathmandu
Descend through the Helambu valley — terraced fields, Sherpa villages and apple orchards — to the road at Melamchi Pul Bazaar where a vehicle awaits for the 3–4 hour drive back to Kathmandu. Walking time: 4–5 hours. Meals: All included.
Day 14
Day 14: Final Departure
📍 Kathmandu
Airport transfer for your international departure. The Langtang Valley, its rebuilt communities, the sacred Gosainkunda Lakes and the high crossing of Laurebina La have given you a Nepal experience that relatively few visitors ever find. Meals: Breakfast.
What's Included & Excluded
✓ Included
- Airport pick-up and drop-off
- Domestic transport per itinerary
- All accommodation during the trip
- All meals as specified in the itinerary
- Experienced English-speaking certified guide
- Porter (1 per 2 trekkers, max 15kg)
- All trekking permits and national park fees
- TIMS card
- Mantra Adventure duffel bag
- First aid kit
✗ Not Included
- International flights
- Nepal visa (USD 30-100 on arrival)
- Personal travel insurance (mandatory)
- Meals in Kathmandu/Pokhara
- Accommodation in Kathmandu (available on request)
- Alcoholic beverages, hot showers, personal items
- Personal trekking gear
- Tips for guide and porters
Travel Tips & Useful Information
➤ What is the best season for this trip?
The best seasons are Spring (March–May) and Autumn (September–November). Spring brings rhododendron blooms and stable weather; Autumn offers crystal-clear post-monsoon visibility. Nepal trips in these windows deliver optimal mountain views.
➤ How difficult is the Langtang Valley with Gosainkunda Lake Trek?
This trip is rated Moderate. Suitable for beginners with basic fitness — walking 3-4 times per week for 4-6 weeks is adequate. No technical experience needed.
➤ Do I need a visa?
Most nationalities get Nepal visa on arrival at Kathmandu airport for USD 30 (30 days). Indian nationals do not require a visa.
➤ What permits are required?
Required permits and TIMS card arranged by Mantra Adventure. No extra hassle for you.
➤ What is included in the price?
Included: Airport transfers; domestic flights/transport per itinerary; all trek accommodation; all meals during trek; English-speaking guide; porters (1 per 2 trekkers); all trekking permits; Mantra Adventure duffel bag. Not included: International flights; Nepal visa; personal travel insurance (mandatory); personal gear; tips.
➤ What fitness level is required?
For Langtang Valley with Gosainkunda Lake Trek (Moderate): Regular walking or swimming 3×/week for 6 weeks is sufficient. You should be comfortable walking 5-6 hours on uneven terrain.
➤ Is altitude sickness a concern?
Maximum altitude is 4,380m / Gosainkunda. Altitude sickness is a real risk above 3,500m. Our itinerary includes acclimatisation days and our guides carry supplemental oxygen. Diamox can be taken as prophylaxis — consult your doctor. Emergency evacuation insurance is mandatory.