Langtang, Gosainkunda and Helambu Trek - 17 Days

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264ft)

When we arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu, a representative from Himalayan Traverse will greet us and take us to our hotel. Once we check in, we'll have some time to rest. In the evening, there will be a welcome dinner organized by Himalayan Traverse. The dinner will feature delicious and genuine Nepalese dishes, giving you a taste of the local food culture.

Included meals:Dinner

Day 02: Kathmandu: sightseeing and trek preparation

After breakfast today, we'll start a guided tour of some of Kathmandu's most historically and spiritually important places. We'll visit several World Heritage Sites, including the historic Durbar Square, the sacred Hindu temple of Pashupatinath, the famous Monkey Temple also known as Swayambhunath, and the large Buddhist shrine Bouddhanath, which is one of the biggest stupas in the world. At noon, there's a pre-trip meeting where we can meet our trek leader and other team members. This is a good opportunity to ask any questions we have about the upcoming journey. We'll spend the night in Kathmandu. Overnight in Kathmandu.

Included meals:Breakfast

Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi (1,550m/5,100ft): 7-8 hours

We depart Kathmandu in the morning heading to Syabrubesi, a village that also serves as the starting point for treks into the Langtang valley. The road we take is winding with lots of switchbacks. On days when the weather is clear, we can see amazing views of Mount Manaslu, Annapurna, and the Ganesh Himal range. Today's trek ends with a walk down to the small village of Syabrubesi. We spend the night there. Overnight in Syabrubesi.

Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 04: Trek from Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel (2,380m/7,830ft): 6 hours

After breakfast, we start our walk to Syabrubesi along the Langtang Khola. We move up and down through forests with oak and rhododendron trees. Once we cross a bridge over the Langtang Khola, which is a small river, we continue on a steep path that takes us to the Lama Hotel. Overnight in Lama Hotel.

Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 05: Trek to Mundu (3543m/11,621ft) via Langtang village: 6-7 hours

We keep moving up from the Lama Hotel, taking in the beautiful mountain views and spotting many waterfalls along the way. As we arrive at the green meadows of Ghoda Tabela, we start to see the white mountains of the Langtang range. Our path takes us further up into a broader valley, where we pass by some small temporary camps used by herders. We come across a Buddhist monastery before reaching Langtang village, which was damaged in the earthquake that happened in April 2015. We then continue our journey towards Mundu. Overnight in Mundu.

Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 06: Mundu to Kyangjin Gompa (3,870m/12,697ft): 4-5 hours

After breakfast, we begin our journey to Kyangjin Gompa, a main monastery in the area. Along the way, we pass by water mills, prayer wheels, and chortens, as well as sacred rock piles that have inscriptions carved into them. We also see the biggest mani wall in Nepal, which is made of stone and covered with written prayers. After a short hike, we spend the rest of the afternoon visiting the Buddhist shrine at Kyangjin Gompa and nearby places, enjoying wonderful mountain views.

Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 07: Acclimatization: explore Tserko Ri (5,000m/16,404ft) 7-8 hours

We spend the entire day exploring Tserko Ri, which also helps us get used to the high altitude. We start early in the morning. The trail goes through yak pastures and then we head up to Tserko Ri. The sunrise view from the top is really amazing. By late afternoon, we return to Kyangjin Gompa and take some time to explore the lovely monastery, while enjoying the breathtaking views of the Himalayas, glaciers, birds, and yaks.

Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 08: Kyangjin Gompa to Lama Hotel: 6-7 hours

After breakfast, we start our hike and head back to the Lama Hotel. Most of today’s trekking will be downhill as we walk through forests and pass by lovely Tamang villages. We also get to see different views of the Himalayas that we didn’t notice when climbing up earlier.

Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 09: Lama Hotel to Thulo Syabru (2,230m/ 7,316 ft): 5-6 hours

After breakfast, we begin our hike and return to the Lama Hotel. For most of today's trek, we will be walking downhill as we pass through forests and visit beautiful Tamang villages. We also have the chance to see various views of the Himalayas that we hadn't noticed when we were climbing up earlier. Overnight in Thulo Syabru.

Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 10: Thulo Syabru to Shin Gompa: 3-4 hours

After breakfast, we begin our hike and return to the Lama Hotel. For most of today's trek, we will be walking downhill as we pass through forests and visit beautiful Tamang villages. We also have the chance to see various views of the Himalayas that we hadn't noticed when we were climbing up earlier.

Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 11: Shin Gompa to Gosaikunda (4,460m/14,632ft): 5-6 hours

Today we have the chance to enjoy amazing panoramic views of the Himalayas, including the Annapurnas, Hiunchuli, Manaslu, Ganesh, and Langtang. Most of the day is spent following a ridge, and we get our first look at one of the holy lakes. The third lake, Gosaikunda, which is at an altitude of 4380 meters, holds special religious and cultural importance for the Nepalese people and is one of Nepal's most popular pilgrimage destinations. The lake is surrounded by mountains on nearly all sides and is accompanied by a group of nine other lakes. Every year, during the festival of Janai Purnima in August, hundreds of Hindu pilgrims come to take a sacred bath in the lake. There's also a large rock in the center of the lake, which is believed to be the remains of a Shiva shrine. Overnight in Gosaikunda.

Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 12: Gosaikunda to Ghopte (3,440m/11,286ft): 6-8 hours

We walk along the lake's edge and then head up toward the Laurebina Pass, which is at 4610 meters. The Helambu area starts at the Lauribina La and goes down to the Melamchi valley. The path is tough and goes over moraines, but it's clearly marked with stone cairns. We pass by three more small lakes before arriving at the pass. We climb a little hill and get great views of the surroundings. The trail goes through Surya kunda and then reaches Ghopte. Overnight in Ghopte.

Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 13: Ghopte to Melamchigaon (2,560m/8,399ft): 6-7 hours

We walk up and down a trail that goes through thick forests. Following this trail leads us to Thare Pati Village. From there, we climb up a ridge above the village and keep going on our journey. The view from the ridge shows the Nepalese hills, especially Soli Danda, which is very beautiful. Before reaching Melamchigaon, we cross two suspension bridges. Melamchigaon is a nice village that has a monastery. Overnight in Melamchigaon.

Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 14: Melamchigaon to Tarkeghyang (2,590m/8,497ft): 5-6 hours

We pass by a stupa and cross a small stream near Tarkeghyang. Our path takes us through forests that lead up to Ama Yangri, which is the highest point of our trek today at 3,800 meters. At the top of the hill, there's a stupa and Buddhist prayer flags. We also enjoy amazing views of Mt. Shishapangma and the Langtang mountain ranges. The mountains are so close that it feels like we could almost reach out and touch them. As we walk downhill, we often spot yaks grazing in the bushes before entering the forest. The trail continues on a path of broken stones until we reach Tarkeghyang, a beautiful Sherpa village. Overnight in Tarkheghyang.

Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 15: Tarkeghyang to Sermathang (2,610m/8,563ft): 3-5 hours

We start our hike after breakfast. The trail is gentle and takes us through dense forests. Along the way, we pass by charming villages, small chortens, a monastery, and a mani wall before arriving at Sermathang. It's a lovely Sherpa village with stunning views of the Ganesh Himal, Jugal Himal, and the Langtang ranges. On a clear day, we can even spot Mount Everest in the distance. Overnight in Sermanthang.

Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 16: Trek to Melamchi Bazaar, drive to Kathmandu: 3-4 hours trek, 2 hours drive

We walk through meadows, fields, and charming villages to get to Melamchi Bazaar. From there, we drive back to Kathmandu and take some time to recall our journey through the Langtang and Helambu areas. Once in Kathmandu, we take a break to rest and refresh. In the evening, there will be a farewell dinner organized by Himlayan Traverse to mark the end of our adventure successfully. Overnight in Kathmandu.

Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 17: Final departure

Our journey in Nepal comes to an end. A representative of Himalayan Traverse  will drop us off at the airport approximately 3 hours before our scheduled flight.

Included meals:Breakfast

(Note: Booking must be confirmed 6 months before in advance)