Langtang Valley With Gosaikunda Trek

Experience the stunning Langtang Valley with Gosaikunda Trek, a delightful mix of Himalayan scenery, rich culture, and holy alpine lakes. Hike through forested trails, picturesque villages, and high-altitude passes for a memorable Nepal trekking experience. Langtang Valley with Gosaikunda Trek is a breathtaking trek that contrasts the dramatic landscapes of Langtang National Park with the sacred alpine lakes of Gosaikunda. The trek includes traversing dense forests, charming Tamang villages, and high-altitude grasslands against the magnificent backdrop of snow-white peaks, such as Langtang Lirung (7,227m). Ascending, the trek leads you to tranquil Gosaikunda Lake, a sacred pilgrimage for both Hindus and Buddhists. Best for trekkers who want to sample the nature and culture of the country, this expedition is suitable for beginners and seasoned mountaineers who would like a once-in-a-lifetime experience of the Himalayas.

Langtang’s expansive high pastureland provide summer habitat for numerous ungulate species such as musk dear and Himalayan trek. The park is also well known for its populations of red pandas, Himalayan black bear, Snow Leopard, wild dog, ghoral, serow and more than 250 species of birds. Langtang Valley is a Himalayan valley in the mountains of north-central Nepal known for its trekking routes and natural environment. Langtang Valley lies within the Langtang national park. The park contains a wide variety of climatic zones, from subtropical to alpine. Approximately 25% of the park is forested. Trees include the deciduous oak and maple evergreen like pine, and various types of rhododendron.

Similarly the holy glacial lake of gosaikunda is designed for those who want to feel alpine zone and experience Himalayan and classic mountain treks. Gosainkunda Lake (4380m) has great religious significance which is well-known as a pilgrimage site for hindus who flock to the site in august during janaipurnima. The hindus believe that all the hindu deities descend to the lake in janaipurnima, and therefore, taking a holy dip in the lake is their chance to get closer to divinity. Are you looking for divine trekking journey embedded with divinity magnificence and high-altitude lakes? Then Langtang Valley Gosainkunda Trek is one such trekking trail in Nepal that has it all. The trek is a remarkable walk that takes you to the magnificent calm lakes amid snow-clad mountains that seem divinely glorious. The Langtang Gosaikunda is a lovely walk that also entails exploring Langtang National Park and several ethnic settlements. Beauty never seems to cease in this journey.

Cultures and Religions

Among themselves, the local inhabitants of the Langtang Valley refer to each other as ‘langtangpa’. They generally follow Tibetan Buddhism, and speak a Tibetan language that is closely related to the Tibetan spoken Kyirong, southern Tibet. As you take a walk around you will see many mani stones, stupas, gumbas, and prayer wheels. It is respectful to pass these objects with your right side nearest to the object, in a clockwise direction. Avoid sitting and standing on mani stones, stupas, tables used for worship, or anything that is a religious symbol, as that is considered disrespectful.

Climate and Best time to visit

The average daytime temperature at lower villages in Langtang Valley Trek ranges from 10°C TO 20°C but
nights and temperatures at higher places become unpredictable. The spring and the autumn season is the best season for the Langtang Gosainkunda Trek in terms of weather and convenience. The monsoon/ summer offer you incredible mountain scenes, but trails are slippery, and often time’s landslide blocks the trekking path. However, spring and falls are the most favorable season for all trekking regions of Nepal. Similarly, the days are also sunny, the heat is abundant, and the evenings are quite chilly. Above all there is very chance of you falling in love with the blessed charm of the Langtang Valley Gosainkunda region. So this eventually means that every season is tailor- made for being on this particular trekking journey.

During the trek Altitude Sickness

Even though the chances of anyone getting altitude sickness on the Langtang Trek are rare, you can get it
if you are or have started from the sea level. Your body may have a difficult time adjusting to the higher
altitudes. There is actually no cure for getting altitude sickness. Anyone can get it. So, it is always better
to take the necessary measures to avoid it. If you get altitude sickness on your trek, please inform your guide and group members immediately. Your guide will provide you with immediate first aid. Do not try to ascend any further after that. Take a rest for a entire day. If the symptoms do not go away after proper rest and medication, you should go back down to lower altitudes. While ascending you may feel symptoms like nausea, headache, difficulty in breathing, increased heart rate, and uneasiness. And, if the symptoms persist for a longer duration, then know that your body could not resist the altitude variation. If you feel these symptoms, please let your guide and your group know.

Best Guide and Porter for the Langtang valley with Gosaikunda trek

The Nepal Tourism Bord has implemented that, all the trekkers are required to obtain services of Licensed
trekking guide and to obtain TIMS CARD through authorized trekking agencies registered with the government of Nepal. It helps to avoid theft, robbery and get off the track during the trip. Furthermore, our guides are technically competent, experienced, active and well-trained. They always carry essential safety equipment, gear,and first aid kids. We assure that you are with a safe guide along with guide insurance.

Healthy Foods and Accommodations at Langtang valley with Gosaikunda Trek

The Langtang valley treks offers you a Nepalese Dal Bhat for lunch. This combination of boiled rice, lentil soup, mixed vegetable curry and pickle with an unlimited supply keeps you fueled all day. The other options include fried rice, pasta, pizza, and spaghetti, momo, and noodles. You can also have tea and coffee with some ginger honey lemon. Also, there are good options for alcohol, including local wine, beer, and rum. Similarly, there are some other local foods of Nepal that you will definitely loved to eat. You should have Thakali Khana and Momo, Dhindo and Gundruk, Sel roti, Yak cheese, and Nepalese curd are equally delicious. On a cold day, Tibetan noodles soup (Thukpa) and butter tea are also a must have. The services up to Lama Hotel are quite good, but teahouses in Kyanging gompa is quite basic. The room has 2 to 3 small beds with clean mattresses, a pillow, and a blanket. The bathroom is available on sharing basis. Hot water is available for some additional charge. Most hotels now have geyser, otherwise, you will get a bucket of warm water.

During the Trek Travel Insurance

Any trek in Nepal, including the Langtang valley with Gosaikunda trek, demands travel insurance. It is necessary for peace of mind and financial protection in the event of an unforeseen accident. We do our best to take care of you, but sometimes we have to face unavoidable accident that is out of our control. So in case of a medical emergency, leading to a helicopter evacuation, it is best to have insurance.

Altitude Sickness on Trek

Normally altitude sickness occurs when you travel to a high altitude too quickly. Headache, Dizziness, loss of appetite, fatigue, shortness of breath, drowsiness, flatulence peripheral,fluctuation is body temperature, nausea, tiredness etc are the symptoms occur when your body tries to adjust to the lower air pressure and lower oxygen levels at high altitudes. Here are some things you can do to prevent yourself from getting altitude sickness.

• Stop and rest where you are
• Do not go any higher for at least 24 to 48 hours
• Make sure you are drinking enough water
• Do not smoke, drink alcohol, or exercise
• Eating foods and drinking fluids that contain carbs such as bread, pasta, fruits, milk, rice, and so on.

Preventing Altitude Sickness (AMS):

1. Rest Well: Ensure that you rest well before starting your trek.
2. Stay Hydrated: Continue drinking plenty of water during the journey.
3. Balanced Nutrition: Maintain the balance of salt and sugar through proper eating habits and not skipping meals.
4. Keep Warm: Layer up to remain warm without profuse sweating.
5. Controlled Breathing: Breathe deeply and steadily from your diaphragm to maximize lung capacity. Maintain a comfortable walking speed that will allow for controlled breathing. Nasal breathing avoids drying your throat—wearing a muff or scarf in high altitudes might be of use.
6. Pace Yourself: It’s not a competition. Pace yourself with a maintainable and Server consistent pace instead of exhausting yourself too early and taking many rest stops. Stop and admire the stunning views.