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Gosaikunda sits at 4,380m in Langtang National Park, sacred to Hindus and Buddhists for centuries. Legend says Shiva struck the mountainside with his trident to create the lake — pilgrims still gather every August for Janai Purnima, bathing in water that is technically freezing but considered spiritually cleansing regardless.
Six days covers real ground: Tamang and Sherpa villages, rhododendron forest thinning into alpine ridgelines, and Langtang National Park, home to red pandas and snow leopards (rare to spot, never promised).
This is also the most accessible high-altitude trek out of Kathmandu. No flight required, no long jeep transfer — you are in the trailhead region within a day's drive, which matters if Everest Base Camp's two-week commitment is not realistic for your trip.
Six days is short for a Himalayan trek, but not a rushed one. The pacing gets you to the lake and back without skipping the acclimatization your body needs above 4,000m.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
After booking, please contact us for a short briefing via chat, phone call, or an in-person meeting in Kathmandu before your travel date.
What to expect
Drive ~117 km, 6-7 hrs (1,400m → 1,960m). Via Trisuli Bazaar, into Langtang National Park's entry point. Overnight in Dhunche.
Day 2: Trek to Chandanbari
Walk ~10 km, 6-7 hrs (1,960m → 3,330m). Steady climb through rhododendron and oak forest. Overnight in Chandanbari.
Day 3: Trek to Gosaikunda Lake
Walk ~9 km, 6-7 hrs (3,330m → 4,380m). Above the treeline past Surya Kunda, Saraswati Kunda, and Bhairab Kunda to the holy lake, with Langtang Himal and Ganesh Himal views. Overnight at Gosaikunda.
Day 4: Back to Chandanbari
Walk ~9 km, 4-5 hrs (4,380m → 3,330m). Descend the same route. Overnight in Chandanbari.
Day 5: Chandanbari to Dhunche
Walk ~10 km, 4-5 hrs (3,330m → 1,960m).
Day 6: Back to Kathmandu
Drive ~117 km, 6-7 hrs (1,960m → 1,400m). Trek ends.
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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