Langtang, Gosainkunda and Helambu Circuit Trek 17 Days

Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport. (1300m/4,265ft)

Your trip starts today when you arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. Upon your arrival, you will be received by our ANA representative at the airport. He'll be carrying an ANA board with your name written on it. Then you will be transferred to the hotel.  After you check into the hotel, our representative will brief you about your trip. Then free till pick up time for the welcome dinner. In your spare time, you can relax, walk around the hotel, go shopping for necessities, and so on.

Welcome Dinner                                    Hotel

Sightseeing and trek preparation

After breakfast, we embarked on a guided tour of some of Kathmandu's most historically and spiritually significant sites. The historic Durbar Square, the sacred Hindu temple of Pashupatinath, the famed ‘Monkey Temple' (Swayambhunath), and the Buddhist shrine (Bouddhanath), which is one of the world's largest stupas, are all recognized World Heritage Sites. A pre-trip meeting will take place at midday, where we will meet our trek leader and other team members. We will be able to ask any questions we may have concerning our upcoming journey in Kathmandu at the meeting. 

Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner                                       Hotel

Drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi (1,460m./4,79ft.):Distance 122km. Approximately 8 Hours

We start our overland journey about 7 AM in the morning heading north out of Kathmandu through scenic foothills to Syabrubesshi VIA Dhunche.The first part of your drive up to Trishuli Bazaar is quite smooth. The path moves along the blacktopped road. During the rainy season, the road is sometimes blocked due to landslides.

Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner                                    Lodge.

Trek from Syabrubeshi to Lama Hotel (2,470m./8,103ft.) :Distance 11.3km. Approximately 6-7 Hours

Today is our first trekking day through Bamboo (1,960m.). Some of the places make ascents and descents. At the end the trail is easy and level to the Lama Hotel. En route if we are lucky we can see red pandas, bears and monkeys.

Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner                                    Lodge

Trek from Lama Hotel to Langtang Village (3,430m./11,253ft.): Distance 14.7km. Apporximately 6-7 Hours

We depart Lama Hotel towards Langtang village.. At Ghora Tabela the trail emerges from the forest. While walking here, we will catch a glimpse of flora and fauna. Once there was a Tibetan resettlement project, but now it is a Nepalese army post though it has no permanent inhabitants. The trail continues to climb gently and the valley widens, passing a few temporary settlements used by herders who bring their livestock to graze in the high pastures during the summer. We can visit a monastery on the way to Langtang. 

Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner                                       Lodge.

Trek from Langtang Village to Kyangjin Gompa (3,850m./12.631ft.): Distance 6.7km. Approximately 4 Hours.

Today you climb slowly through small villages and Yak pastures as the valley opens out further and the views become more extensive. After crossing several small streams and moraines, the trail reaches the settlement at Kyangjin.

Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner                                   Lodge.

Rest day at Kyangjin Gompa & Excursion in & Around.

This day is reserved for rest and to explore the surrounding area. You will visit the Kyangjin monastery and the cheese factory, walk up the moraine to see the spectacular ice faces and tumbling glaciers of Langtang Lirung or ascend Kyangjin Ri (4,350m./14.271ft.), directly at the rear of the village for a breathtaking panorama of the Langtang peaks or We can make day trip to Tserkori as well. 

Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner                                 Lodge.

Trek from Kyanjin Gompa to Lama Hotel (2,470m./8,103ft.):Distance 21.4km. Approximately 6-7 Hours.

From Kyangjin, we retrace our trekking route following the Langtang Khola to Langtang village and on to Ghoda Tabela. After lunch we continue the steep descent to Lama Hotel. 

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Trek from Lama Hotel to Thulo Syabru village (2,130m./6,988ft.):Distance 7.5km. Approximately 5 Hours

Today we walk through bamboo & rhododendron forest where we may see the local wild boar as well as other animal and birds on the way to Thulo-Syabru village. En route we have marvelous and close-up view of Mt. Ganesh Himal. Firstly we do easy down hill walk following the river bank but last part we steeply climb up hill for couple of hours until we reach the village at Thulo Syabru. 

Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner                         Lodge

Trek from Thulo Syabru village to Sing Gompa (3,330m./10,925ft.): Distance 5.5km. Approximately 6 Hours

Today we walk around 5-6 hours through dense forest of pine and rhododendron to reach Sing Gompa (Chandan Bari) where we stay overnight at lodge. The trail from here is mostly uphill with typically Himalayan terrain. We enjoy excellent views of the mountain and natural scenery from open areas we reach. After arrival in hotel we refreshed and then make an excursion to cheese factory as well as forested area.

Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner                         Lodge

Trek from Sing Gomba to Gosainkunda (4,380m./14,370ft.): Distance 8km. Approximately 6 Hours

Today we got to enjoy fantastic panoramic views of the Himalayas, including the Annapurnas, Hiunchuli, Manaslu, Ganesh and Langtang. We spend the rest of the day following a ridge and getting a glimpse of the first of the holy lakes.The third lake, Gosaikunda (4380m), is of particular religious and cultural significance for the Nepalese and is one of Nepal’s most sought-after pilgrimage sites. The lake is surrounded by mountains on almost all sides and has a great ensemble of nine other lakes to accompany it. Every year, during Janai Purnima in August, hundreds of Hindu pilgrims visit the lake for a holy bath. The large rock at the center of the lake is said to be the remains of a Shiva shrine.

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Trek from Gosainkunda to Ghopte(3,439m/11,283ft.) Distance 8.5km. Approximately 6-8 Hours

Before ascending to the Laurebina Pass, we moved around the lake's edge (4610m). The Lauribina La (pass) marks the start of the Helambu region, which leads to the Melamchi valley. The trail is rocky and passes through moraines, but it is well-marked with cairns. Before reaching the pass, we passed through three more small lakes. We ascend a short hill and are rewarded with spectacular views of the surrounding area. Before arriving in Ghopte, our trail goes through Surya kunda.

Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner                                    Lodge

Trek from Ghopte to Melamchigaon(2,560m/8,399ft.):Distance 7km.Approximately 6-7 Hours

On a trail that runs through lush woodlands, we go uphill and downward. Thare Pati Village is reached by walking through the forest on a trail. We continued our walk by climbing a ridge above the hamlet. The view from the ridge of the Nepalese highlands, particularly Soli Danda, is breathtaking. We passed under two suspension bridges before arriving in Melamchigaon, a lovely town with a monastery.

Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner                                    Lodge

Trek from Melamchigaon to Tarkeghyang(2,590m/8,498ft.) Approximately 6-7 Hours

Below Tarkeghyang, we pass a stupa and cross a tiny brook. Our trail winds through trees on its way to Ama Yangri, the highest point on our climb today at 3,800 meters. At the summit of the hill, there is a stupa with Buddhist prayer flags. We also have spectacular views of Mt. Shishapangma and the Langtang mountains. We can practically touch the mountains because they are so close. We frequently spot yaks grazing in the bushes as we descend into the forest. Before arriving in Tarkeghyang, a picturesque Sherpa settlement, we also walked on a damaged stone trail.

Welcome Dinner                                    Hotel

Trek from Tarkeghyang to Shermathang (2,610m/8,563ft.) Approximately 4-5 Hours

After breakfast, we set out on our journey. The track is easy to follow and takes you through beautiful woodlands. We passed past picturesque villages, canyons, a monastery, and a historic wall on our way to Sermathang. It's a lovely Sherpa community with spectacular views of the Ganesh Himal, Jugal Himal, and Langtang peaks. On a clear day, Mt. Everest may be seen in the distance. 

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Trek from Shermathang to Melamchi Bazar and drive to Kathmandu( (1300m/4,265ft). 4 Hour trek and 2 Hour Drive

To get to the Melamchi Bazaar, we hiked through meadows, fields, and picturesque villages. We reminisce about our vacation to the Langtang and Helambu regions as we drive back to Kathmandu. We freshened up and rested when we arrived in Kathmandu. All Nepal Adventure will throw a goodbye meal in the evening to commemorate the successful end of our journey.

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Final Departure.

Today is the last day of our trip to Nepal! We'll be dropped off at the airport by an All Nepal Adventure representative about 3 hours before our flight. On the way home, we had plenty of time to plan our next trip to Nepal's beautiful country.

Breakfast

Trip Extensions after your Annapurna Base Camp Trek

■If you have extra days in Nepal after completing the Annapurna base camp, we can arrange tours of Kathmandu valley, sightseeing, and a  trip to Nagarkot, which is the ideal getaway. Chitwan jungle safari, paragliding, rafting, canyoning, another trek, and much more await you!