Gosaikunda Pass Trek - 9 Days

Kathmandu will be the first destination as you arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport. Kathmandu welcomes you with vibrant streets and the ancient forms of life blended into modernism. A representative from Mountain Treks Nepal will pick up and escort you to your hotel, where you can rest for the remaining time of the day. Or you can find your way to the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, which include the famous Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple) or the crowd favorite Kathmandu Durbar Square, the house of centuries-old palaces and courtyards.

The colorful markets in this city sell handcrafted things, prayer flags, and spices of the Himalayas. You can let yourself be amazed by the aroma of incense while walking through Asan Bazaar and Thamel while having the peaceful ringing with the sounds of temple bells, and you’ll know the spiritual essence of this ancient city.

There are excellent shops for trekking gear as well as cozy cafes in Kathmandu that allow you to relax before your adventure. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.

On the second day of the Gosaikunda Pass Trek 9 Days, you will take a drive early in the morning from a busy capital and then move towards Syabrubesi. It’s a delightful little village that marks the start of your trek. This wonderful 7-8 hours journey is scenic and also thrilling, with the wavy road having its spins and bends showing off beautiful terraced fields for miles around, rushing rivers, and distant snow-capped peaks in the background. There are several towns like Battar, Dhunche, and others as you drive through the countryside part of Nuwakot and Rasuwa District.

The Trishuli River Valley is mostly along this route with a beautiful blue river that sparkles under the sun. Ongoing higher up, the horizon gets dominated by the mountainous peaks of Langtang, which creates anxiety about what is awaiting ahead. 

Soon, upon reaching Syabrubesi, you will notice the calm atmosphere of this Tamang village. Overnight stay in a local teahouse in Syabrubesi, the starting point of Gosaikunda Pass Trek.

Today, your adventure begins from Syabrubesi to Sing Gompa, also known as Chandanbari. The trail goes through dense thickets of oak, rhododendron, and pine. On the way, you can encounter wildlife like langurs and various bird species that live in this high-altitude environment.

As you travel further up, the beauty of the terrain becomes considerable. You will cross small settlements, and friendly and welcoming locals will greet you with sweet smiles. Sometimes, you may catch some glimpses of the Langtang Himal; these glimpses appear with some modification prior to enjoying the beauty of views that unfold ahead.

As you set your foot in Sing Gompa, you can feel the ambiance of Ancient Tibetan Buddhism. Also, you can spare your time to visit a traditional cheese factory. Spend time in this monastery, where prayer flags flutter in the mountain breeze, and taste the yak cheese that is produced in the area. Overnight stay at Sing Gompa.

The fourth day of the Gosaikunda Pass Trek begins with a real adventure to Gosaikunda Lake. The real highlight of trekking is at Gosaikunda Lake, an important pilgrimage center for Hindus as well as for Buddhists. The path ascends through beautiful but harsh alpine meadows and a rugged landscape. At the same time, the views of the Ganesh and Langtang Himal ranges can be the most beautiful. 

The beautiful lake becomes visible beyond jagged peaks as the approach to Gosaikunda takes shape. It has long held a very special spiritual heritage as a glacial lake, formed, perhaps, by Lord Shiva. Its ambient aura and clear waters make it ideal for rest.

You can enjoy some time exploring Gosaikunda Lake, which is considered one of Lord Shiva’s residences. Overnight beside the lake under a starry Himalayan sky is something unforgettable.

Today, you will cross the Lauribina Pass (4,610m), the highest altitude of the trek, and it can be both challenging and rewarding. The steep climb to the pass tests your stamina, but the majestic views of Langtang, Ganesh, and even the Annapurna ranges are worth every step of the way.

The track has now become a rough walk over huge boulders and alpine meadows. It is indeed mesmerizing to feel this solitude of nature. The further you go, the more the scenery changes into bamboo and pine forests.

Gopte is a cool place bordered by green trees. It makes for a great place to rest after a tiring day, with the friendly teahouses within earshot. You will spend overnight at a local tea house enjoying traditional Nepali cuisine at Gopte.

The trail continues downwards today and, of course, has its associated challenges coupled with the rewards. After Gopte, the town and the trail leading back to Gopte are completely mixed in thick, deep forests of oak, rhododendron, and bamboo. The combination of the coolness of the shadows under the trees with the occasional mountain view peeking through the cover gives a surprisingly tranquil experience while trekking.

As you descend, the trail goes through small villages and some more isolated settlements, giving a small glimpse into the lives of the Tamang and Sherpa peoples. The terraced fields and the traditional stone houses in these villages all tell about the bond of these people’s relationships with their nature. When you reach Kutumsang, you will meet a very lovely hillside village shrouded in lush green hills and farther away mountains.

Combined with the hospitality of the locals, this makes this really warm and welcoming stop a great place to spend the night.

The seventh day of the Gosaikunda Pass Trek brings us to Chisapani from Kutumsang. Chisapani is connected by a trail that is a thrill ride of a series of ups and downs, mixing ridges, forests, and open meadows in the process. The horizon then opens up as you ascend into heights where breathtaking views of Langtang, Ganesh, and Jugal Himal rise in the north, with the Kathmandu Valley sprawled below in the south.

The day’s trek leads through lively landscapes with plenty of wildflowers interspersed with little streams. You will encounter more settlements, with each one-to-one collection offering a particular view into the unique styles of traditional lifestyles of mountain communities.

Chisapani, which translates to “cold water,” stands on the ridge and is a destination that trekkers flock to to catch the best of sunrises and sunsets. You can rest in one of the village tea houses tonight enjoying a warm dinner.

Today, you will enjoy the most out of the Gosaikunda Pass Trek as you have already been around the last part of the journey. The trail takes you through the Shivapuri National Park, endowed with rich biodiversity and lush green forests. The way leads down at intervals by the side of a few views of the Kathmandu valley, coming slowly out into view.

As you descend through Shivapuri National Park, the trail leads to Sundarijal, a place well-known for its waterfalls. This tranquil environment is the right way to end your trekking journey so that you can get along with memories of amazing landscapes and culture over the past week.

A short distance from Sundarijal, one gets into the hustle and bustle of Kathmandu by driving. Here you can feast on local specialties, and visit its markets or cultural heritage sites while celebrating the success of the trek. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.

Your journey ends as you prepare to take the flight out from Kathmandu with a memory of leaving the majestic Himalayas and the cultural richness of Nepal. You may spend time making the last rounds of the city or just taking it easy for the day, and this day must serve as the perfect reflection.

Our representative from Mountain Treks Nepal will help you reach Tribhuvan International Airport. From there, you will board a plane towards your home country full of beautiful memories around Langtang and Gosaikunda Region.