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Gosaikunda Lakes

Langtang · Trek

A sacred alpine lake basin, two days from Kathmandu.

Duration
9 days
Difficulty
Moderate
Max altitude
4,380 m
Best seasons
Spring, Autumn
Group size
Max 12
Region
Langtang

Overview

The journey

A pilgrimage trail as much as a trek. From Dhunche the path climbs through fir and juniper to a basin of high glacial lakes held sacred to Shiva, then crosses the Laurebina La toward Helambu — all within a short drive of the city.

Day by day

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Kathmandu to Dhunche

    1,960 m

    The mountain road north to the edge of Langtang National Park.

  2. 3

    Sing Gompa to Lauribina

    3,900 m

    A steep climb through fir forest onto the open ridge.

  3. 4

    Gosaikunda

    4,380 m

    Arrive at the sacred lakes, held to have been formed by Shiva's trident.

  4. 6

    Laurebina La to Ghopte

    4,610 m

    Cross the pass and drop into the Helambu valley.

Good to know

Frequently asked

Thousands walk up for Janai Purnima in August. It is extraordinary to witness, but the trail is packed — tell us if you would rather avoid it.

Yes, and it is the better trip: walk the Langtang valley first, then cross to Gosaikunda. About a fortnight in total.

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