Langtang Gosai Kunda Trek

Himalayan peaks:
Langtang Himal (6581m), Langtang Ri (7246m), Lakpa Dorje (6966m), Kimsung (6745m), Ganesh Himal I (7406m), Ganesh II (7150m), Ganesh III (7130m), Yala Peak (5560m), Ganjal Chuli (5844m), Langshisa Ri (6310m), Morimoto peak (6750m), Pongen Dopku (5930m), Tembthang (5702m), Salbachum (6707m), Kyungka Ri (6979m), Langtang Ri (7205m) and Chusmodo (6508m).

Gosain Kunda Lake is a Himalayan wetland situated at the height of 4300m above sea level. The lake falls within the Langtang trekking region and is a major attraction for both trekkers and pilgrims. Hindu and Buddhist Pilgrims along with Tamang Shaman visit the lake on full moon during the month of August. According to Hindu mythology, Gosainkunda was formed when Lord Shiva in his rush to cool his throat from poison effect stab his trident into the ground which sprang forth jets of water. Aside from Gosainkunda, there are many other lakes in the area that are equally beautiful.

Langtang Gosainkunda Trek takes you on a journey to Gosain Kunda. Much of the trail encompasses Langtang National Park, the first Himalayan national park home to many rare wild species such as Himalayan Bear, Red Panda and Snow Leopard. The trail begins from Dhunche passing through Shing Gompa surrounded by rhododendron forest and then goes up hill towards Gosain Kunda lake. The lake affords beautiful views of Langtang, Ganesh, Manaslu, Annapurna and Hunchuli. From here you cross over the high Laurebina pass at an altitude of 4600m and enter Helambu Valley via Gopte. Helambu villages such as Kutumnsang, Pembathang are famous for Hyolmo Sherpa community and apples. Exit the trek through Sundarijal.