
Gosaikunda & Helambu Trek — 9 Days




Duration
9 days
Max Alt.
4,610m
Difficulty
Challenging
Guide
Included ✓
Porter
Available
Type
Tea house
Overview
A unique spiritual trek combining the sacred Gosaikunda Lakes (4,380m) — site of an enormous annual Hindu pilgrimage — with the beautiful Helambu circuit above the Kathmandu Valley. Visit Tamang and Sherpa villages and finish at Sundarijal.
Route
Kathmandu → Dhunche → Sing Gompa → Gosaikunda (4,380m) → Laurebina La → Thadepati → Melamchi → Sundarijal → Kathmandu
Day-by-day itinerary
9 days · what you'll do each day
- 1
Day 1
Arrival, briefing & drive to trailhead
1,400 mMeet your guide, complete a gear check and permit briefing, then transfer to the trek starting point and settle in for the night.
- 2
Day 2
Trek to Dhunche
2,523 mA scenic 6–8 hour walk through forests, ridgelines and mountain villages with sweeping Himalayan views. Overnight at a local tea house.
- 3
Day 3
Trek to Sing Gompa
3,085 mA scenic 4–6 hour walk through forests, ridgelines and mountain villages with sweeping Himalayan views. Overnight at a local tea house.
- 4
Day 4
Trek to Gosaikunda (4
3,647 mA scenic 5–7 hour walk through forests, ridgelines and mountain villages with sweeping Himalayan views. Overnight at a local tea house.
- 5
Day 5
Trek to 380m)
4,208 mA scenic 6–8 hour walk through forests, ridgelines and mountain villages with sweeping Himalayan views. Overnight at a local tea house.
- 6
Day 6
Trek to Laurebina La
4,610 mA scenic 4–6 hour walk through forests, ridgelines and mountain villages with sweeping Himalayan views. Overnight at a local tea house.
- 7
Day 7
Trek to Thadepati
4,610 mA scenic 5–7 hour walk through forests, ridgelines and mountain villages with sweeping Himalayan views. Overnight at a local tea house.
- 8
Day 8
Trek to Melamchi
4,610 mA scenic 6–8 hour walk through forests, ridgelines and mountain villages with sweeping Himalayan views. Overnight at a local tea house.
- 9
Day 9
Final descent & return transfer
1,500 mComplete the last leg of the trail, transfer back to the city and celebrate your achievement.
📋 Permits Required
- Langtang National Park Entry
- TIMS Card
📅 Best Seasons
✓What's Included
- ✓Licensed English-speaking guide
- ✓Porter service (1 per 2 trekkers)
- ✓Tea-house / lodge accommodation
- ✓All meals during the trek (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- ✓All trekking permits & TIMS card
- ✓Airport / trailhead transfers
- ✓First-aid kit & oximeter
- ✓Government taxes & service charges
✕Not Included
- ✕International airfare
- ✕Nepal entry visa
- ✕Travel & rescue insurance
- ✕Personal expenses & shopping
- ✕Tips for guide & porter
- ✕Drinks, snacks & hot showers on trek
Available Departures
| Departure | Return | Spots left | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 12, 2026 | July 21, 2026 | 11 | ₨62,000 | Book now |
| July 27, 2026 | August 5, 2026 | 14 | ₨62,000 | Book now |
| August 16, 2026 | August 25, 2026 | 6 | ₨62,000 | Book now |
| August 31, 2026 | September 9, 2026 | 11 | ₨62,000 | Book now |
| September 20, 2026 | September 29, 2026 | 7 | ₨62,000 | Book now |
| October 20, 2026 | October 29, 2026 | 15 | ₨62,000 | Book now |
