Gosainkunda Helambu Trek

You will heartily be welcomed by our representative at the Tribhuwan International Airport. From thereon, you will be dropped at the hotel for relaxing. After that, you will be given a brief orientation of the Upper Mustang Trek by our representative.

The journey initiates from Dhunche to Thulo Syabru. A mountainous bus ride to the north of Kathmandu winds over the Middle Hill ridges to the Trisuli river, following it upstream to Dhunche. After reaching Dhunche , our trekking journey begins to Thulo Syabru. The trail offers the beautiful views of the sceneries and the mountain peaks. We stay overnight at Thulo Syabru.

Today, we start our trek towards Sing Gompa. After having our early morning breakfast, we head off through the trail. Traversing through the suspension bridge of Ghate Khola stream until you reach Sing Gompa through pine, silver oak and rhododendron forests. It would take approximately 5 hours to reach Sing Gompa. We stay overnight at Sing Gompa.

After having our early morning breakfast, we head towards Gosainkunda. It would take about 5-6 hours to reach Gosainkunda. Today we head towards the village of Chandanbari (3,330m) and Cholangpati (3,654m) along the gradual ascend. Further, we trek to Laurebina and from there, our trail leads us steep to Gosainkunda (4,380m). Gosainkunda Lake locates here which is the most sacred lake renown among the Hindus in Nepal. Thousands of pilgrims visit the lake during the August full moon to bathe in the water as a holy undertaking. Moreover, the Laurabina La pass that lies two hours southeast of Gosainkunda offers stunning scenic views.

The trekking journey to Ghopte would take about 6-8 hours. After having early morning breakfast, we start our journey. The trail leaves Gosainkunda and ascend through the rugged pathof the Laurebina pass, the highest point of the trek. Descending through the melamchi valley, the trail becomes rough. We pass to moraines and pass pass through three more small lakes before reaching the pass.Climbing a small hill, our trail leads through Surya kunda before Ghopte.

Today we leave off Ghopte and head towards Melamchi Gaon. The trek initiates with a descend and futher ascends to the rhododendron forests until we reach Tharepati. From there, the descending trail continues. Further, we head towards Tharepati, descending through the rhididendron forests that offers spectacular views of the Helambu valley and across to Jugal Himal and Numbur in the Solu Khumbu. Finally, we reach Mecho Gaon, surrounded by beautiful forests, which are mainly inhabited by Sherpa people with their distinctive culture.

After having our early morning breakfast, we start off our trek to Tarkeghyang. The trek descends until we traverse through the Melamchi stream. Further, we gently climb up to Tarkeghyang passing through Sherpa settlements. Tarkeghyang is a beautiful Sherpa village with one of the oldest and biggest monasteries. Stay overnight at lodge (tea house).

Today we, spend our entire day exploring the Sherpa village. Tarkeghyang is a beautiful Sherpa village with one of the oldest and biggest monasteries.The unique culture and tradition of Sherpa people is very enchanting. Not to mention the warm hospitality from them makes the journey even more amazing. Overnight at Tarkeghyang.

The trek from Tarleghyang to Sermathang takes about 5 hours. The trail is relatively easy and passes through lush forests. Further, we pass by beautiful villages, chortens, a monastery and a mani wall before reaching Sermathang. It’s a beautiful Sherpa Village with jaw-dropping views of Ganesh Himal, Jugal Himal and the Langtang ranges. Moreover, on a clear day, we can even see Mt. Everest in the distance.

The trail descends towards Melamchi. After having our breakfast, we leave off Sermathang. We descend all the way through Melamchi Pul bazaar through meadows and cultivated fields. . On the way, we come across several old villages with their own particular traditions.

Today we spend our entire day exploring the capital city Kathmandu. Also popular as ‘the city of Temples’, you can visit the world heritage sites such as Boudhanath Stupa, Swayambhunath Stupa, Pashupatinath temple, Patan Durbar Square, Bhaktapur Durbar Square. Explore the beauty of the city, its culture, and tradition on this day. Furthermore, you will be prepared for trekking overnight. Overnight at the hotel.

After having your breakfast, you can have a relaxing time shopping in the city. At the evening our representatives will drop you off at the Tribhuvan International Airport. Not to mention, you will be taking tons of memories of the trip.