Essential Information - Gosaikunda Trek
Gosaikunda trek 5 days
The five-day Gosaikunda trek is a short trek itinerary. As the Gosaikunda Lake lies at 4400m, there is also a risk of altitude sickness. We must drive 6 hours to Dhunche and back to Kathmandu, so there is not much time to trek on the first and last day. If you are a good hiker and have a short time, you can go for the Gosaikunda trek for five days.
On the first day, we drove to Dhunche by jeep and trekked to Dimsa. From here, we can travel to Cholangpati, about 3650 m in height, and climb uphill. Some people also try to go to Lauribinayak. From here, we will travel to Gosaikunda Lake. You can trek down to Sing Gompa or stay there and go down to Dhunche the next day. A six-day trek to Gosainkunda or even seven days is a safe itinerary.
What to pack for the Gosaikunda trek?
Gosaikunda trek trekking day is 3 to 4 days, so there is no need to carry a big backpack. You will sleep in the tea house and eat there, so you must have your belongings and warm clothing. Below are some suggested items to take while trekking in the Gosaikunda trek.
Good hiking/walking shoes, sandals, and also 2/3 pair of socks
Sunglasses and sunscreen cream
Toiletries
Goretex or down jacket ( winter time you need a down jacket)
T-shirts
Pairs lightweight wind–waterproof pants
Set lightweight thermals
Neck Warmer
Rucksack
Water purification tablets or iodine
Refillable Water bottles
Hat cap and woolen hat
Medium quick-dry Towel
Sun lotion
Lip balm
Sunglasses protect from day sunlight
Sleeping bags are rated for temperatures between -15 and 20 degrees Celcius; now, most guest houses provide blankets, too. You can also take a sleeping bag liner.
Some Extra pairs of T-shirts and also shorts.
Trekking pole
Camera
Flashlight and battery
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After finishing your Gosaikunda trek, you can extend your trip. If you need any other travel-related services, we will help you. You can also book another tour and trekking and the time. AHT can help you book a good hotel in Kathmandu, Pokhara, and other cities.
We have a good relationship with all five-star deluxe hotels. So you can book your tourist-class hotels and Guest houses in Nepal. We got a special fare from all hotels and resorts in Nepal. Thus, we can offer you a very competitive price for us to reserve the hotel.
You can book your flight ticket Above the Himalayan Trekking. We issue all the Domestic air tickets to the major cities in Nepal. Another thing you can do is Paraglide in Pokhara. , Bungy jumping as a last resort, a day hiking trip to Chandragiri hills. There is also a Mountain flight in the early morning. You can tour Chitwan National Park and Bardia National Park on a jungle safari tour.
Best Season for the Gosaikunda trek
The weather is the most important thing to remember when walking to the Langtang Gosaikunda trek. Since the weather in this area is so erratic, we suggest scheduling your Langtang and Gosaikunda trek at the appropriate time.
Autumn Mid, September Oct, October, and November are the best.
These are the best times for the Gosaikunda trek. The monsoon is stopping now, creating the ideal terrain for hiking. The sky is clear, and the mountains are visible now. Most hikers journey during these months, between mid-September and the end of November. We recommend this period for the Gosaikunda trek. These months also coincide with the Dashain and Tihar festivals.
Spring (March to April)
It is the best time to visit the Gosaikunda trek. It is a moderate to difficult level of trekking with beautiful mountain scenery. You may see breathtaking views of Mount Everest and the surrounding mountains. The weather has been fantastic since mid-March when temperatures began to rise. Many trekkers prefer to travel to the Gokyo Lake trek region. The lush, thick bamboo rhododendron blooms are great to see. The bird birch woods provide beauty and add new dimensions to the Gosaikunda trek.
Winter (November through December)
This is the coldest time here. The region around the Gosaikunda trek has its first snowfalls, making walking more challenging. But considering the wonderful days in November, you may go hiking. The mountains are beautiful when the skies are clear, but the temperatures drop in earnest when December begins.
The evenings may be chilly, with lows of -10 degrees Celsius. The hiking areas are often cold in January and February because of snowfall. As the temperature drops, a lot of snow falls in the mountains.
The day will be pleasant and straightforward with high temperatures. The night will be freezing. Yet, the Trek may be challenging. You will enjoy breathtaking vistas of mountains and hills covered in snow.
Summer May to June
May to June, before the monsoon, is an excellent time for hiking. In Nepal, the rainy Season starts in mid-June and lasts until mid-August. The walk is more fun in the spring and summer.
July through August is the peak of the rainy Season. The paths will see clouds, likely blocking your view of the mountains. Even so, there is a good chance that the
tracks will get a little slippery. This is not a good time for the Gosakunda trek areas. It would help if you took caution since the monsoon season might result in leech bites.
Enjoy the great combination of culture and landscapes
The principal inhabitants of the Gosaikunda trek region are Tamang and Sherpa. Gosainkunda Trek offers an ideal tour for everyone who has less time. You will get to experience Nepal’s unique combination of cultures. It has excellent landscapes, stunning mountains, and diverse wildlife and vegetation.
Most Hindus from Nepal and India visit the Gosaikunda Lake Trek on Janai Purnima and Gaijatra. There are about 108 other small lakes in this area. Some famous lakes are Dudh Kunda, Jageshwar Kunda, and Saraswati Kunda. Also, there are Bhairab Kunda and Surya Kunda.
The Gosaikunda trek is of great importance in terms of religion. We travel to such a beautiful and sacred place by feeling nature. Learning about the history and origin of the lake can be a fun and memorable experience. If you plan to visit Holy Lake Gosainkunda, join our team. Our experts will help you and give you some brief information about the origin of the Gosainkunda Trek.
Gosaikunda trek map
While you are on the trail of the Gosaikunda trek, having an excellent trekking map is essential. Langtang Gosaikunda trek is a famous and well-traveled trekking route in n Nepal. The Gosaikunda trek map provides detailed information and significant insights.
It gives you clear pictures of the mountains and their location. You can buy a different map for this Trek. The most popular one is the map of The Himalayan Map House. The Gosaikunda Trek map can be purchased online at the Kathmandu trekking store.
The Gosaikunda trek includes various trekking routes, maps, and native trails. Thus, having a good map makes it easy to find your way and explore more areas. While you are in the lake, there are many small lakes nearby. Look on your map and find the best way to visit them.
The Langtang Gosaikunda trek route map goes through the mid-hills and high-altitude lakes. This route is beautiful, with stunning Himalayas. Nowadays, many domestic trekkers also visit this route. The route map starts from Syabrubesiu and goes to Langtang Valley.
You will go to the Kyanjing Gompa, and from here, we will go to the Gosaikunda trek. We can make two route maps after Gosaikunda Lake. One option is to get down to Dhunch and drive to Kathmandu. Another route map goes with Gosaikunda’s high pass and joins the Helambu trek. The other goes to Langtang Valley and Kyanjing Gompa. Some people even cross the Ganja la Pass also. We can make a 10-day and 16-day route map for the Langtang Gosaikunda trek.
Best trek company for Gosaikunda trek
When you are ready to book your Gosaikunda trek, you must know about the company you choose to travel with. Is the company a genuine company or registered with most government authorities? Are they secured? Does the company insure staff against accidents? Is the company conscious? Companies run a business without observing the legal formalities of the country. Also, there are some companies whose licenses have already expired.
Above the Himalaya Trekking Company is a well-known and recommended Company in Nepal. We are an Asia award-winning company. We choose Asia’s most promising trekking company for 2022-2023. The government of Nepal has approved us, and we have been running treks and tours since 2007.
We are also members of TAAN, KEEP, VITOF, NTB, and other social organizations. Our Managing Director, Purushotam Timalsena, is Treasurer of TAAN for ( 2022/2024). It is an organization of more than 2000 trekking agencies in Nepal.
Additionally, some operators operate tours and trekking without Governmental licenses. They don’t pay any taxes. Furthermore, many individuals also go trekking illegally. They run the Trek by creating their websites illegally.
Finally, if you book your Gosaikunda trek with an unauthorized agency, you can be in trouble and have many risks. To protect yourself from these problems. Please check the company before booking any trip. So you can make your trip more enjoyable and memorable. So choose Above the Himalayan trekking for your Gosaikunda trek and travel without any problem.
Hiking to Surya Kunda
Surya Kunda, 4600 m., is the highest lake in the Gosaikunda trek region. Nilkantha Kunda and Barda Kunda soon followed this. You can go there, and it is before the Gosaikunda passes. We can make a day hiking trip to Surya Kunda from Gosaikunda.
This is the best sight for the Spectacular and unique overhead view of Gosainkunda. Is Bhairab Kunda on the east side and Langtang Himalayan Range on the west and north? You can see Lauribinayak and Chhyolangpati in the southern part.
The other lakes nearby are Bhairab Kunda, Chandra Kunda, and Saraswati Kunda. These are within a one to two-hour walk of Gosaikunda. One can get Inner peace in any of these serene, clear ponds that reflect the sky above and the mind within.
Climbing Surya Peak
Surya Peak, a height of 5145 m, is a vigorous day trip ascent from the Gosaikunda trek. It offers breathtaking close-up mountain views. It will give you the real sense of climbing a Himalayan peak. This is a full-day trip from Gosaikunda Lake. We can start the journey early in the morning. While at the top, you will get incredible close-ups of the imposing Langtang Ri (7205m). you will see Langtang Lirung (7234m) towering over us in the north. We can add this climbing to our Gosaikunda trek.
Climbing Surya Peak is one of the most straightforward steps, and there is no need for technical climbing skills. You can take your guide to show you the way. It isn’t easy to follow the rock cairns amongst granite rock. While you trek downhill, be careful with the Loose sliding rocks. It can give a sense of danger to the adventure. You can get light snow in the upper part of the trail.
After ascending the Surya Peak, we will arrive at Gosaikunda Lake late afternoon. If you want to visit and climb the Surya Kunda, you can let us know in advance. We can tailor-make the itinerary for you.
Gosaikunda Lauribinayak Pass trek
The Gosaikunda Lauribinayak Pass (4610m) is the ultimate destination for many trekkers. We can add this to our Gosaikunda trek. The best part of this pass is seeing almost all the central Himalayas.
The views range from Makalu in the East to Annapurna in the West. Mount Ganesh Himal has the best mountain view in this region. After Manaslu runs, before Thus, after the Everest and Annapurna regions.
During the Lauribinayak pass trek, we follow a rugged trail with dramatic views. Near the pass, We will walk in a few huts in the high picture of Lauribinayak La. We will cross a small ridge and have our first view of the holy lakes.
To begin the Trek, we will follow the north side of the Gosaikunda trek before climbing towards the pass of Laurebina La (4610m). On the way, you will see more lakes as you go. We can see many cairns on the key. From here, you will begin your descent through some summer pastures to Phedi (3740m)
The path near the pass challenges uphill and downhill climbs. It introduces the lifestyle and culture of nomadic and indigenous people. Furthermore, we will explore high-altitude passes and ridges like Lauribina Pass (4,610m). The trail has become a top-notch choice for adventurer seekers as well.
Thus, on the journey to Lauribinayak Pass, you will pass through bushes alongside the river. We will enjoy the picturesque scenery of the cascading hills and snow-clad peaks. We will also enjoy the view of the blooming Rhododendron forest and several other species of vegetation. The pass is reachable from Dhunche or Sundarijal in both parts.
Festival in Gosaikunda Lake
Gosaikunda Trek Festival is famous for both Hindu and Buddhist pilgrimages. It falls during the Full Moon day in August. Thousands of Buddhists and Hindu pilgrims come here. They worship Lord Shiva and bathe in the sacred lake of Gosaikunda. You can observe the performance by Shamans, “Dhami-Jhankris.” They perform in their religious dances and chant their mantra ( holy prayers).
People say a channel from the lake carries water to the Kumbheshwar Temple at Patan. It is in Kathmandu Valley (60 km southwest). Many Hindu pilgrimages ( Men) chant the Gayatri Mantra and change their Sacred thread (Janai). The Janai is – a sacred red–yellow line tied around the wrist by the priest with belief for protection. There is an image of Shiva at its center and with water in the lake.
One can join the Janain festival day and enjoy the dance performed by Shamans. We will also explore the Lauribina La pass and Surya Peak, Ganesh, and Surya Kunda overnight at the lodge.
During the winter, the lake freezes, and all the local villagers move downhill to avoid the cold. The villagers set up temporary camps and shelters to accommodate pilgrims.
Gosaikunda Frozen Lake Trek
Gosainkunda Trek is also called the Frozen Lake Trek. , It is the most remarkable journey in a short time of trekking. The snowy lake trek climbs more to the Gosaikunda region. It goes through farmland and above the tree line. The trek line is on the alpine ridge, which offers a large Himalayan panorama. Many lakes are around these areas, but the most popular is Gosaikunda (4460m). Saraswati Kunda and Ganesh Kunda are near each other.
It’s a moderate trail with surprisingly steep low—altitude climbs and stiff descents, making it ideal for a trek.
With its stunning mountains and diverse wildlife and vegetation. The Trek is famous for its lowland forests. We will be abundant with wildlife, alpine meadows, and pristine lakes.
The Winter Gosaikunda Trek- December to Mid-February
The weather is excellent, and the sky is clear with occasional snowfalls. When we reach higher elevations, there is much snow. The air is tinkling sharp, and the stars have that crystal twinkle. This Season is okay for the Gosaikunda trek, but you can expect snow on the trail. You can enjoy the frozen Gosaikunda trek lake. You need suitable warm clothing. The weather is in excellent condition at its finest and direct; the mornings and nights are cold. But daytime temperatures are mild when it is sunny.
The Low-altitude treks to the Annapurna region. The Langtang Helambu region and Everest region are good now. The advantage of winter trekking is that it is quieter. The advantage is that the trekking trails and villages have few trekkers. And you will also enjoy the beauty of the Himalayas without any crowds.
Dhunche to Gosaikunda Trek distance
Our Gosaikunda trek starts from Dhunche. The trek distance from Dhunche to Gosaikunda Lake is about 18.7km. Trekking on foot takes two days to reach the place. We drove from Kathmandu to Dhunche, a distance of around 117 km.
If we trek from Sundarijal, the distance will be longer and longer. The route is more challenging as we must cross the Gosaikunda trek pass. The benefit of this route is we will trek on different trails, not the same way up and down. Each day’s distance is 10 to 15 km, and the Gosaikunda trek requires 6 to 7 hours of walking.
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