Helambu Gosaikunda Trek

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu transfer to hotel preparation for trekking and overnight in Kathmandu

The flight into Kathmandu offers views of the valley below and the Himalayan ranges towering above. Once you arrive, you'll be driven to your hotel, and later in the evening, you'll have a brief meeting regarding the trip.

Day 2: Kathmandu to Sybru Beshi (1503m) by bus 7-8 hrs drive

The first day of your journey starts with a drive north out of Kathmandu valley towards SyabruBesi, through bustling settlements, traditional terraced fields, and scenic mountain slopes. Once you reach Syabrubesi head towards your accommodation.

Day 3: Trek Syabru Beshi to Lama Hotel (2380m)

The first day of your trek starts today, so wake up early and head out on the trail, the trail passes alongside the river, walking through a densely forested route lined with rhododendron and oak trees, ascending to Lama Hotel.

Day 4: Trek Lama Hotel to Langtang Village (3430m)

After breakfast, head out on the trail through a lush green forest with views of snow-capped Langtang Lirung on the backdrop. The valley widens as you approach Ghodatabela, from there, the route winds alongside streams up to Langtang Village, a rural setting, with grain fields and yak pasture lands.

Day 5: Trek Langtang Village to Kyanjin Gompa (3830m)

Start your trek after early morning breakfast, today you will be hiking alongside the massive Mani wall and eventually reach Mundu village, from here pass-through various streams and panoramic view of the mountains, and after a short walk along this path, you'll reach the settlement of Kyangjin Gompa. After checking in, relax at your tea house before visiting the cheese factory or exploring the village.

Day 6: Acclimatization day at Kyanjin Gompa: climbing to Tserko Ri.

Today you will be ascending Tserko Ri, so wake up early as possible and have a light breakfast, after that head towards the trail. Tserko Ri is a vantage point at an altitude of 5033 meters boasting views of Tsergo Yala peak at 5,520 m, and Langtang Ri at 7,205 m. Langtang Lirung 7,227 m, Naya Khang 5,844m. Langshisha Ri Peak (6 427 m), and the magnificent valley down below. After spending a brief time at the Ri head towards Kyanjin Gompa.

Day 7: Trek Kyanjin Gompa to Lama Hotel (2410m)

Today’s hike is long as you will have to retrace your steps back to Lama Hotel passing through Langtang village and other settlements, the trail is covered with alpine woodland and beautiful wildflowers carpet stretching across the valley floor, following the Langtang Khola, hike via Mundu and then to Ghodatabela and continue downwards until you reach Lama Hotel.

Day 8: Trek Lama Hotel to Thulo Syabru Beshi (2210m)

From Lama Hotel traversing across lush deep wilderness covered with rhododendron, cider, and pine with ferns and orchids head towards Thulo Syabru Beshi. The walk is relatively easy but at some sections, you will be traversing on inclined surfaces. Upon reaching Thulo Syabru Beshi explore the region.

Day 9: Trek Thulo Syabru Beshi to Shin Gompa (3350m)

Today’s trail is covered with lush deep wilderness and views of snowcapped mountains. Traverse along the old forest passing various settlements to Shin Gompa. Upon reaching the settlement head out to explore the area. Later witness the grand Himalayan sunset over the Himalayas.

Day 10: Trek Shin Gompa to Gosaikunda ( 4380m)

Start early after breakfast, today’s trail will take you above the woodlands to arid alpine grounds. Take it slow as some may feel the altitude. Following the dry rocky landscape head towards Gosaikunda. After a tuff climb, the trail is relatively inclined. Before reaching Gosaikunda you will come across two lakes, Saraswathi Kunda and Bhairav Kunda. Upon reaching Gosikunda head towards your accommodation and later head out to witness the sunset. The sun setting over the horizon is not to be missed changing the colors of the lake according to the sun.

Day 11: Trek Gosaikunda to Ghopte (3430m) via Laurebinayak pass (4610m)

After witnessing the sunrise head towards Ghopte. The first section of the trail is filled with views of snow-capped mountains and views up to Tibet. Following the arid trail, you will reach a high mountain pass at an elevation of 4610 meters. After spending a brief time at the pass head on a downhill track to Ghopte.

Day 12: Trek Ghopte to Melamchi Gaon (2650m)

Today you will be reaching the tree line. Most of the track is downhill so take it slow and have frequent rest. Traversing across sub-tropical jungle you will reach the settlement of Melamchi Gaon.

Day 13: Trek Melamchi Gaon to Tarkeghyang (2740m)

After breakfast head towards the trail. Crossing deep wilderness and dense sections covered with miles of undergrowth towards Tarkeghyang. Upon reaching Tarkeghyang head out to explore the settlements and start conversations with the locals of the region.

Day 14: Trek Tarkeghyang to Shermathang (2590m)

Today's trek will take you across lush sections of woodlands. Along the way keep an eye out as you may witness the wildlife of the region. The settlement of Shermathang is located in the heart of the jungle. Upon reaching the settlement bask in the views of the mighty snowcapped mountains and the lush wilderness.

Day 15: Trek Shermathang to Melamchi Bazar (846m)

Today's trek will bring you to the bustling settlement of Melamchi Bazar. Following the downhill trail crossing sections of woodlands and various settlements. Upon reaching Melamchi Bazar head towards your accommodation and rest. Later celebrate the success of your trip with your team.

Day 16: Melamchi Bazar to Kathmandu (1336) by bus

After breakfast head on a long drive towards Kathmandu. Upon reaching Kathmandu head towards your accommodation. Later head out to explore the region, in the evening join in for a special dinner program to mark the end of your trek.

Day 17: Departure to the international airport

Our staff will drop you off at the airport, you will bid farewell to your newfound friends as well as Nepal.