Helambu Gosaikunda lakes trek, Nepal – 12 Days OCT I APR
fromHelambu and Gosaikunda lakes trekking itinerary
An easily accessible trek from north of Kathmandu, UNESCO world heritage site. The Tamang region of Helambu and the Langtang national park. En route we see Langtang Lirung (7246m) the highest peak of the Langtang Himaland and Ganesh Himal. Popular for the stunning array of flowering rhododendrons and magnolia along the route, with a chance to seek the endangered red panda.
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Helambu Gosaikunda Lakes Trek, Nepal – 12 Days
Duration:Â 14 days meeting in Kathmandu, Nepal
Accommodation:Â Kathmandu 3 or 4* hotel in Thamel in a popular and vibrant tourist district. Lodges with twin, triple or dormitory style accommodation.
Highlights:
- Rhododendrons in bloom and magnolia
- Seeking the rare red panda opportunity- we saw its footprints in the snow
- Being able to contribute to some of the Lodge businesses that were affected by 2015
- Nepal earthquake where aid had not always reached on time, or at all
- Seeing a black mountain fox and several eagles
- Crossing the stunning Lauribina pass 4610m in windy but sunny conditions.
Day 1:Â Arrive in Kathmandu
Day 2:Â Tour the ancient temples of Kathmandu
Day 3: Transfer to Sundarijal and walk Sundarijal – Chisopani
Day 4: Trek Chisopani – Kutumsang
Day 5: Trek Kutumsang –Â Mangengoth
Day 6: Trek Mangengoth –Â Gopte
Day 7: Trek to Gopte – Phedi
Day 8: Trek Phedi – Gosainkunda Lakes
Day 9: Trek Gosainkunda Lakes – Chadanbari {Sing Gompa) – Deurali – Dhunche (2250m)
Day 10: Drive from Dhunche (1960m) to Kathmandu
Day 11: Kathmandu rest day
Day 12: Departures
Day 13:Â Rest day to enjoy the shops and sights of Kathmandu
Day 14:Â Fly home
- Airport transfers to and from the airport on the first and last day
- 2 nights hotel accommodation in Kathmandu at a 3 or 4 star hotel
- Welcome dinner at a traditional Nepalese restaurant in Kathmandu
- Accommodation in teahouses (lodges) during the trek
- Entry Permit for Langtang National Park
- Information Management system (TIMS) card trekking fee.
- All necessary transportation
- International Mountain Leader and Nepali porter guide
- Included meals: All meals while trekking, breakfasts in Kathmandu, welcome and farewell dinner in Kathmandu. The food available in the tea houses is brilliant, there is a large selection of western, Chinese and Nepalese food available for you to choose from. We do not want you to be restricted in your menu choices and want you to enjoy the vast menus and locally grown produce of the tea houses.
- Afternoon tea and biscuits while trekking
- Airport transfers to and from the airport on the first and last day
- All transportation for duration of tour (unless otherwise stated)
- Entrance fees and trekking permits
- Porters for carrying your bags whilst trekking
- Guided tour of the three temples of Kathmandu
- Sufficient means of communication. Satellite phones can be rented on request for £10 per day.
- Guides will check in with our office to get regular bespoke weather updates and confirm locations
- Financial protection: We are IPP London protected as a UK based tour operator
- Pre-departure support and advice by email, phone and face to face meetings if you would like.
- After booking with us we will send you a highly informative and comprehensive trip information pack
- Remote medical support from specialist doctors
- Small groups. No more than 12 people on a set departure trip
- Our teams are supported with plenty of staff so you can walk at your own pace. We let you walk at the pace that is right for you.
- Our guides and porters are paid fairly, properly equipped and fully insured for rescue and medical emergencies
- Map of the Langtang valley
- T shirt
- Personal nature expenses such as drinks, beverages, hot shower, battery recharge etc.
- Tips
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
- Your travel insurance
- International airfare and airport departure tax
- Nepal visa fee
- Allow £550-700 for return flights from London or Manchester.
- Day 1 and 2 Arrival to Kathamandu
- Day 3 Drive from Kathmandu to Sundarijal (1350m.)
- Day 4 Trek from Chisopani to Kutumsang (2470m.) - 7h
- Day 5 Trek from Kutumsang to Mangengoth (3390 m) - 5h
- Day 6 Trek Mangengoth to Ghopte (3550m)
- Day 7 Ghopte – Phedi (3630m)
- Day 8 Phedi - Lauribina pass (4610m) - Gosaikunda lake (4460m)
- Day 9 Gosaikunda lake – Chadanbari {Sing Gompa) – Deurali - Dhunche (2250m). - 6 hrs
- Day 10 Return to Kathmandu
- Day 11 Kathmandu day
- Day 12 Departures
We will stay in the fabulous Kathmandu Guesthouse, assuming available, which is 4* and more pleasing than any of the hotels we tried. It has excellent coffee, beautiful relaxing outdoor space and tranquil atmosphere.
Wellness facilities
- Full body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Couples massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Spa Facilities
- Massage Additional charge
- Spa and wellness centre
Lodges
Lodges en route are simple and dormitory of bedroom style with blankets available to add to your sleeping bag. Some days we eat in the lodge or alternatively your guide will cook depending on the location. There are a few choices and our guide will direct us to the best available option. The teahouse accommodation is quite rustic. There is never more than two people per room and the rooms are always kept clean. We spend a few nights above 3,500m sea level and it can be below freezing. A good-quality sleeping bag is essential.
You will carry your day pack, lunch, snacks and water plus your wash kit and sleeping bag liner. We will provide a full kit list and further explanation on booking.
The Gosainkunda Lakes and Helambu regions are slightly off the main tourist trail.
This trip is fairly demanding and on some days, we’ll walk up and down steep hills for 6-8 hours. We can easily accommodate the different paces of a group.
TRAVELLING TO NEPAL
You’ll need a passport with 6-month’s validity as well as a Nepalese visa. The best way to obtain this is to buy it on entry to Nepal in any major currency but not Nepali Rupees. Typically, the cost is $30 for 15 days.
You should visit your GP or a health professional at least 4-6 weeks before you travel to check which vaccinations you may need.
Yes you will need to acclimatise for this trek. Please check the guidelines for trekking up to 5000m.
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Chisapani Chisapani
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Lauribina - Dhunche Lauribina - Dhunche
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Descent to Dhunche
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Sing Gompa Sing Gompa
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Descent from Gosaikunda lakes Descent from Gosaikunda lakes
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Laurebina Laurebina
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Gosaikunda Gosaikunda
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Approaching Gosaikunda Approaching Gosaikunda
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Approaching Gosaikunda Approaching Gosaikunda
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Lauribina pass Lauribina pass
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Approaching Lauribina pass Approaching Lauribina pass
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Climbing up to Lauribina pass Climbing up to Lauribina pass
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Climbing up to Lauribina pass Climbing up to Lauribina pass
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Ghopte Ghopte
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Red panda forest Red panda forest
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Ghopte Ghopte
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Descent from Theripati Descent from Theripati
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Thadepati pass Thadepati pass
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Thadepati pass Thadepati pass
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Chisipani - Mangengoth Chisipani - Mangengoth