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Type:
Walking / Hiking
Price from:
532 USD /person
Phone:
97714385519
Fax:
97714385484
Payment Types:
  • No Cash
  • No Credit Card
  • No Cheque
  • No Travellers cheque
  • No Paypal
  • No Wire Transfer
Duration:
13 days
Location Start:
Kathmandu
Location Finish:
Kathmandu
Start time:
07.30 pm
End time:
02.00 pm
We Speak:
English
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Last updated: 04/17/2009

Gosaikunda lies north of Kathmandu. The Gosaikunda loop is quite remote and thinly populated area. Gosaikunda, a glacier lake, is the most famous one with several others glacier lakes adjoining it.

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Itinerary

Day 1

On your arrival at Kathmandu Airport you will be met by our representative who will take you to the hotel for the night. O /N at Kathmandu. Hotel, B.B.

Day 2

After having breakfast you take a sightseeing tour around Kathmandu valley. You will visit many Buddhist and Hindu temples which reflect the local culture and tradition of Nepalese society. In the afternoon you will be taken back to your Hotel. O/N Kathmandu.

Day 3

7 hours drive to Dhunche from Kathmandu. O/N at Dhunche.

Day 4

The trail from Dhunche crosses the river and heads through the forest. The trail climbs uphill most of the way until it reaches Sing Gompa. O/N in Sing Gompa.

Day 5

From Sing Gompa the trail climbs gradually up and reaches Chalang pati (3650m) where you have a splendid view of Langtang Lirung, Tibetan mountains and the forest filled with beautiful rhododendron and pine. The trail ascends to Laurebina Yak. O/N in Laurebina Yak.

Day 6

The route ascends up to a small temple with a statue of Sakyamuni and further climbing you can see good views of Saraswati kunda (lake). After trekking some while you will have excellent views of Bhairav Kunda (lake) and climbing gently you will reach to Gosaikund. O/n in Gosaikunda.

Day 7

The trail leads to the northern side of Gosaikunda Lake, crosses a moraine, passing three more small lakes; you will reach Laurebina La (4610m). The trail descends to a National Park Post at Bhera Goth (4240m) and to Phedi (3740m). From Phedi the route drops and climbs through scrub bamboo to Dupichaur (3630m) and descends finally to Ghopte. O/N at Gopte.

Day 8

Descending from Ghopte the trail makes several ups and down across moraines, then makes a final ascent to Tharepati observing the fine scenery along the path. O/N at Tharepati.

Day 9

From Tharepati the trail precedes passing through forests, to Magen Goth (3420m) and to Panghu. The trail descends through fir and rhododendron forest observing the view of beautiful and glittering peaks on its way to Khutumsang (2450m). Finally the trail descends to the delightful hill village of Gul Bhanjyang. O/N at Gul Bhanjyang.

Day 10

The trek continues along the forested ridge climbing to Thodang Betini (2260m) and to Chipling (2170m). Making a very steep descent the trail heads to Pati Bhanjyang (1860m), a Brahman and Chhetri village. Then the trail proceeds to Chisopani where you can see the mountain views and the sunrise on the Himalaya. O/N at Chisopani.

Day 11

From Chisopani the route goes forward through the forest of oak and rhododendron, and brings you to Borlang Bhanjyang (2440m). After a while you will get to the Army check post where your Shivapuri entrance permit is checked, then to Mulkharka (1800m) from where you will have a spectacular view of Kathmandu valley. Descending through the forest you will reach to Sundarijal where there is a large water project. O/N at Sundarijal.

Day 12

You will drive from Sundarijal to Kathmandu. Hotel, B.B. O/N at Kathmandu.

Day 13

Transfer to Airport for your onward destination.

Extra Information

Inclusions -
•Transportation to and from Kathmandu by air or road, as per itinerary.
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•Tips & Gratuities
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