Langtang - Gosaikund - Helambu Trekking by Himalayan Gateways Eco Trek

Tour Itinerary

The valley gradually unfolds with its natural grandeur as you walk from Ghoreptabela through scattered Tamang villages. While at the valley visit Kyanjin Gompa (3811m), cheese factory at Yala and glacier at Langsisa (4125m). Retrace the trail back to Syabru and make steep ascend through rhododendron forest to the alpine lake at Gosaikunda. You get panoramic view of Manaslu in backdrop; it is indeed an unforgettable experience. Cross Labrina pass at 4640m to come out of the lake and enter Helambu region that has many Sherpa settlements and villages. Enchanting view of Gaurishanker and rolling green hills in the horizon is something difficult to forget. In the spring wild flowers and varieties of blooming rhododendron trees are especially attractive. From the monastery at Tarkeghyang and Shermathang descend to Malemche khola (river) and return by bus to Kathmandu.

Day 1: Katmandu

Upon your arrival transfer you to Hotel. You will have leisure time, followed by an evening welcome dinner at a typical Nepalese Restaurant. Overnight in Katmandu (1,000m/3,280ft).

Day 2: Katmandu

Half-day guided city tours (tour includes Katmandu Durbar Square, Syambunath Stupa, Pashupati Nath Temple - Hindu Temple & Buddha Nath - The biggest Buddha Stupa in ancient Katmandu). Afternoon pre-trip discussion of the trek. Overnight in Kathmandu (1,000m/3,280ft).

Day 3: Kathmandu - Syabrubesi: 8 hours by bus

You will start early bus journey to Syabrubesi; the starting point of the trek. Behind Trisuli Bazaar the road is tricky because of the grubby road. During the travel you will pass through many small villages on the way will be fascinating you with snippets. Overnight in Syabrubesi (1,440m/4,724ft).

Day 4: Syabrubesi - Lama Hotel: 5-6 hours

Crossing through the suspension bridge and heading precipitously along a stream. The River you are following is mostly the Langtang River. You can enjoy the walk going through oak, rhododendron and bamboo forests. There is also a variety of wildlife in these forests: yellow-throated martens, wild boars, langur monkeys, red pandas and Himalayan black bears. Overnight in Lama Hotel (2,470m/8,104ft).

Day 5: Lama Hotel - Langtang: 5- 6 hours After having breakfast you will continue your trip to your next destination. You are starting your trip descending towards a steep forest slope to the Langtang River. You cross a bridge and head up with a winding path. The trail descends into a valley to cross a stream and climbs past several water-driven mills and prayer wheels to the large settlement of Langtang .Overnight in Langtang (3,430m/11,253ft).

Day 6: Langtang - Kyanjin Gompa: 4-5 hours

You pass through the tiny village, stone-built houses and climb to a Chorten and passed a huge mani along a gentle path of a hill. The valley relocates to a U-shaped one as you enter into a level of riverbed. Today is short walk; allowing time to acclimatize and explore the surrounding.This place is famous for cheese and curd. Overnight in Kyanjin Gompa (3,870m/12,697ft).

Day 7: Kyanjin Gompa: explore day

Kyanjin Ri (4,800m/15,748ft) and Tserko Ri (5,000m/16,404ft) are the good viewpoints in the area that you can climb. After the breakfast visit Tserko Ri (5000m) for spectacular view of the langtang Lirung, Langtang range, Kinshung, Yansa Tsenji and the foot of the huge lirung Glacier. Back to guest house for Lunch having short rest and walk around the Kyanjing valley with guide. Overnight in Kyanjin Gompa.

Day 8: Kyanjin Gompa - Lama Hotel: 5-6 hours

Today you retract to Lama Hotel. All the way downhill but you will see fantastic views of towering mountain what you have missed on the way up. Take more time and suggested you to walk very slow. Overnight in Lama Hotel (2,470m/8,104ft).

Day 9: Lama Hotel - Thulo Syabru: 5-6 hours

First trail decent to river, cross the river and ascend to Thulo Syabru. You will see the fascinating view of Langtang Himal and more. On the way of your trek you will pass through pine and Junieerps forests. Overnight in Thulo Syabru(2,230m/ 7,316ft).

Day 10: Thulo Syabru - Sing Gompa: 3-5 hours

You take the broad trail climbing up to Dimsa village and the trial continues less steeply, through rhododendron, hemlock and Oak forests to Shin Gompa. On the way of your trek you will see fantastic views of Langtang Himala and langtang valley. Shin Gompa is another popular place for Cheese. Over night in Shin Gompa (3,330m/10,925ft).

Day 11: Sing Gompa - Gosainkunda: 5-6 hours

The trail ascends smoothly through rhododendron covered point to the top of the rim and through a forested area. The area in-between Sin Gompa and Laurebina Yak is a sanctuary for the red panda, an endangered species that the Nepalese call cat bear. You return to the ridge path and climb a wider route through alpine country to arrive at a Gosainkunda. Explore around the Lakes and overnight in Gosainkund (4,460m/14,632ft).

Day 12: Gosainkunda - Gopte: 6-8 hours

Today is a bit challenge day; the trail is climb, rough and crosses moraines. Passing three more small lakes, the trail ascend and cross Laurebina La (4,609m/15,121ft) after the pass, the path down to phedi and you continue walk up and down through out crossing a rocky hill with pine, rhododendron trees. Overnight in Gopte (3,440m/11,286ft).

Day 13: Gopte - Malemchigaon: 6-7 hours

You slide down through a forested area and climb through a dry river-bed to arrive at a Kharka that is surrounded by rhododendron forest. You climb through the forest to arrive at the village of Thare Pati. Climbing the ridge directly above the village gives you a marvelous view of the Jugal area. Cross the village and enter a forested area, again descending to Melamchi River followed by yet again climbing to the Malemchigaon (2,560m/8,399ft) for overnight.

Day 14: Malemchigaon - Tarke Gyang: 5-7 hours

The day you enter a cultural destination it call Helambu Region, walk up to Tarke Gyang where you can enjoy with Sherpa culture with traditional village and monasteries. The stone houses are close together with narrow alleyways separating them. Overnight in Tarke Gyang (2,590m/8,497ft).

Day 15: Tarke Gyang - Sermathang: 3-5 hours

You will cross small forest with the view of beautiful village of Helembu region. The trail makes a sweep around the wide valley end between Parachin and the pretty Sharpa village of Gangyul. The people of this village practice Drukpa Kagyu Buddhism, the same as the national religion of Bhutan. Overnight in Sermathang (2,610m/8,563ft).

Day 16: Sermathang - Malemchi Pul Bazaar - Katmandu : 3-4 hours; 2 hour bus. Short walk down to Malemchi Pul Bazaar with many Sherpa village and catch transport to Katmandu.

Day 17: Free day in Kathmandu

Day 18: Departure