Arrival in Kathmandu

Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, our representative will meet you and transfer you by private vehicle to your hotel. After check-in, take some time to rest and settle in.

In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner and meet your trekking guide. During dinner, your guide will brief you on the Langtang Gosaikunda Trek, covering the route, daily schedule, equipment and preparations, with time to answer any questions before your journey begins.

Overnight stay in Kathmandu.

Kathmandu Sightseeing & Trek Preparation

After breakfast, visit Boudhanath Stupa, where prayer wheels, monasteries and pilgrims offer an introduction to Nepal’s Buddhist traditions. Continue to Swayambhunath, a hilltop stupa overlooking Kathmandu Valley, to explore the shrine complex and enjoy panoramic views across the city.

In the afternoon, return to the city for any last-minute shopping for your trek. This is an opportunity to purchase necessary trekking gear, equipment and clothing, with your guide available to advise on what you will need for the journey ahead.

Overnight stay in Kathmandu.

Drive to Syabrubesi (1,460 m)

Depart Kathmandu early in the morning for a scenic drive to Syabrubesi, the starting point of your Langtang Gosaikunda Trek. The winding road passes terraced hillsides, rural settlements and river valleys, with views of the Manaslu and Ganesh Himal ranges along the way on clear days.

Travel through Dhunche, the administrative centre of Rasuwa District and home to the Langtang National Park headquarters, before continuing down towards Syabrubesi. As you approach the mountains, the villages along the route introduce you to the region’s Tamang culture and traditional way of life.

Upon arrival, check into your teahouse and relax before your first day of trekking.

Driving time: Approximately 7 hours

Overnight stay in Syabrubesi.

Trek to Lama Hotel (2,470 m)

After breakfast, begin your trek with a suspension bridge crossing before following the Langtang Khola upstream. The trail climbs steadily through forests of rhododendron and bamboo, with the river flowing below and shaded stretches offering pleasant places to pause along the way.

Walking through Langtang National Park, keep an eye out for birds and other wildlife among the trees. A combination of gradual ascents and steeper sections brings you to Lama Hotel, a small teahouse settlement surrounded by forest.

Check into your teahouse and rest after your first day on the trail.

Trekking time: Approximately 6 hours

Overnight stay in Lama Hotel

Trek to Langtang Village (3,430 m)

After breakfast, continue along the Langtang Khola, ascending through dense forests towards Ghora Tabela. As the trees begin to thin, the valley opens up, revealing mountain views and the towering presence of Langtang Lirung.

Beyond Ghora Tabela, follow the trail through open pastures and small settlements, climbing steadily towards Langtang Village. The forested sections provide habitat for the elusive red panda, although sightings are rare.

Arrive at the village in the afternoon and settle into your teahouse. Take time to rest, enjoy the surrounding mountain scenery and observe daily life in this Tamang community.

Trekking time: Approximately 6–7 hours

Overnight stay in Langtang Village

Trek to Kyanjin Gompa (3,870 m)

After breakfast, leave Langtang Village and follow a gradually ascending trail through open pastures, alpine shrubs and barberry bushes. As you travel further into the valley, expansive views of snow-covered peaks unfold around you.

Along the way, pass traditional water mills, prayer wheels and long mani walls, built from stones carved with Buddhist prayers. These features reflect the Buddhist traditions of the communities living in Langtang Valley.

Arrive at Kyanjin Gompa, a mountain settlement named after its Buddhist monastery. After settling into your teahouse, explore the monastery and surrounding village, allowing time to rest and adjust to the altitude.

Trekking time: Approximately 6 hours

Overnight stay in Kyanjin Gompa

Trek to Thulo Syabru (2250m)

After an early breakfast, leave Kyanjin Gompa and begin a long descent through Langtang Valley. Retrace the trail through Langtang Village and Ghora Tabela, leaving the open alpine landscape behind as you enter the forests along the Langtang Khola.

Continue through Lama Hotel and Rimche before taking the trail towards Thulo Syabru. The final section involves an uphill climb to the village, where traditional Tamang houses and surrounding mountain scenery welcome you at the end of a demanding day.

Check into your teahouse, enjoy dinner and rest before continuing towards Gosaikunda.

Overnight stay in Thulo Syabru

Trek to Chandanbari (3330m)

After breakfast, leave Thulo Syabru and begin a steady uphill climb towards Chandanbari, also known as Sing Gompa. The trail passes the village monastery before continuing through shaded forests, with opportunities to pause and enjoy the mountain scenery along the way.

As you gain altitude, openings in the forest reveal views towards Ganesh Himal and Manaslu, with more distant peaks visible in clear weather. The sustained ascent makes this a rewarding day as you continue towards the higher landscapes of the Gosaikunda region.

Arrive at Chandanbari and settle into your teahouse. Spend the rest of the afternoon relaxing or exploring the village and its Buddhist monastery.

Trekking time: Approximately 6 hours

Overnight stay in Chandanbari

Trek to Gosaikunda (4,380 m)

After breakfast, leave Chandanbari and ascend through forest towards the open ridges above. As the trees give way to alpine terrain, enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding Himalayan ranges. Follow the ridge at a steady pace, allowing time for breaks as you gain altitude.

Approaching Gosaikunda, the first lakes come into view beneath rocky slopes and rugged peaks. Arrive at the sacred lake and settle into your teahouse before taking a gentle walk along its shores.

Revered by Hindus and Buddhists, Gosaikunda holds a special place in Nepal’s pilgrimage traditions. According to Hindu legend, Lord Shiva struck the mountain with his trident to release water and soothe his burning throat after swallowing a poison that threatened the world.

Spend the remainder of the afternoon resting and enjoying the lake’s dramatic mountain setting.

Trekking time: Approximately 6 hours

Overnight stay in Gosaikunda

Trek to Sing Gompa (3,330 m)

After breakfast, leave Gosaikunda and retrace the trail downhill towards Sing Gompa. Pass through Lauribina, enjoying sweeping mountain views as you descend from the rocky alpine landscape into high-altitude pastures.

Further down, the trail returns to shaded forest before reaching the village. Known for its Buddhist monastery and local cheese production, Sing Gompa offers a welcoming place to rest after your time at the sacred lakes.

Settle into your teahouse and spend the afternoon at leisure, with time to visit the monastery or sample locally made cheese.

Trekking time: Approximately 5 hours

Overnight stay in Sing Gompa

Trek to Dhunche (2030m)

After breakfast, leave Sing Gompa and begin your descent towards Dhunche. The trail winds downhill through pine and rhododendron forests, with shaded stretches marking your return to the lower valley.

Cross a suspension bridge over the stream below Sing Gompa before continuing onto gentler terrain. Pass small settlements along the final stretch to Dhunche, the administrative centre of Rasuwa District and the finishing point of your trek.

Upon arrival, settle into your accommodation and enjoy a relaxed evening, reflecting on your journey through Langtang Valley and the sacred lakes of Gosaikunda.

Trekking time: Approximately 6 hours

Overnight stay in Dhunche

Drive back to Kathmandu.

After breakfast, bid farewell to Dhunche and begin the return drive to Kathmandu. Follow the winding mountain road past hillside villages, terraced fields and river valleys, watching the landscape change as you leave the Langtang region behind.

Upon arrival in Kathmandu, transfer to your hotel and settle in. The remainder of the day is yours to relax, explore nearby shops or enjoy a leisurely dinner after your mountain journey.

Overnight stay in Kathmandu.

International Departure

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before preparing for your departure. According to your return flight schedule, our representative will accompany you on a private transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for your onward journey.

Depart Nepal with memories of Langtang Valley, its welcoming communities and the sacred lakes of Gosaikunda.