Langtang, Gosainkund and Helambu Trek Tour by Encounters Travel

17 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants, maximum 18 travelers

12 peopleMaximum group size

12 - 75 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Challenging

Demands good physical fitness and stamina for more intense or extended activities.

Starts

Kathmandu, Nepal

Ends

Kathmandu, Nepal

Highlights

Kathmandu, trek into the Langtang Valley, cross Laurebena Pass (4,610m), views of Langsisa & Ganesh Himal, beautiful panorama of the Langtang peaks, sacred lake at Gosainkund, walk through the Helambu Valley.

Itinerary

Looking for a trekking experience that combines spectacular mountain scenery with authentic cultural immersion? The Langtang, Gosainkund and Helambu Trek is a 17-day guided journey through some of Nepal’s most breathtaking and lesser-visited trails. Starting in Kathmandu, you’ll travel through the Tamang villages, glacial valleys, and sacred lakes of the Langtang and Helambu regions—culminating in the dramatic crossing of the Llaurebena Pass.

Lodge stays provide comfort and opportunities for cultural exchange, while acclimatization days ensure a safe ascent. This trip is ideal for trekkers who crave both natural beauty and meaningful local interaction. The unique selling point is its combination of iconic Himalayan scenery and genuine village encounters—an alternative to Nepal’s more crowded trekking routes.

day 1 - Arrival in Kathmandu

We welcome you to the airport and take you to your hotel in the centre of Kathmandu, where our Encounters Travel agent welcomes you, helps you settle in and explains the agenda for the rest of your trip.

Accommodation:Kathmandu hotel

day 2 - Drive to Syabrubesi (1462m)

You will leave the Kathmandu Valley this morning and take a private car / minivan with your guide and porter(s) to the north through the hills and farmland to the town of Syabrubesi (1,462 m), where you will launch your trek (approx. 6 hours' drive). Syabrubesi is situated at the junction of Trisuli Khola and Bhote Khosi, both well-known rafting rivers.

Accommodation:Syabrubesi trekking lodge

Meals:Breakfast

day 3 - Trek to Sherpagaon (2490m)

From Syabrubensi, head east towards the Langtang Valley and follow the route along the northern slopes of the valley above the Langtang Khola through the Rhododendron and Oak forests. Various forms of wildlife are present here, and it is not uncommon for Langur monkeys to be seen. We're going to spend the night in the village of Sherpagaon.

Accommodation:Sherpagaon trekking lodge

day 4 - Trek to Ghora Tabela (3035m)

Continue climbing through lush forested areas, following the valley of the river, and steadily gaining altitude before reaching Ghora Tabela (3.005 m). Here you get a sight of Langtang Lirung, ahead of you.You continue to climb today, passing the ruins of the village of Langtang, which was severely damaged by the earthquake of 2015. On the way, look out for a mani wall (dry stone walls inlaid with Buddhist prayer slates. It's probably one of the longest walls in Nepal. You should follow the Buddhist tradition and walk to the left of the wall). As you ascend, you're rewarded with a clear view of the Langtang Lirung Glacier flow to your left, and the ice fluted Gyangchempo to your right.The valley starts to broaden as you cross the glacial moraine and descend into Kyangjin Gompa (3,849 m). Once here, you're surrounded by stunning high peaks. Kyangjin has a small monastery and is well known for its delicious cheeses made from local Yak herds.

Accommodation:Ghora Tabela trekking lodge

Meals:Day 5 Trek to Kyangin Gompa (3849m)

Accommodation:Kyangin Gompa trekking lodge

day 5 - Kyangin Gompa. Optional hiking day to Tsergo Ri (4984m)

You're here for the next two days, and there's a lot of excursions so keep you busy. If you feel that you have the option of spending a day climbing Tsergo Ri (4984 m) and being rewarded with an amazing view of the snow-capped peaks. Renowned as one of the best spots for hiking in the Himalayas, you can see Langtang (7227 m) to the west, Yala (5500 m) to the north and Dorje Lakpa (6966 m) and Shisha Pangma (8027 m) to the east.The hike up to the top is not too difficult, although there are some boulders to cross, and any snow and ice parts should be taken with care. Overall, the climb to the top and back will take about four-five hours depending on your speed and the high altitude you find.There are also simpler things to do, including shorter hikes to the base of the Lirung Glacier, visits to the Gompa and cheese factory, and not forgetting the German bakery in town!

Accommodation:Kyangin Gompa trekking lodge

day 6 - Kyangin Gompa. Optional hike day to Langshisa Kharka (4285m)

You have a full day free to enjoy more optional treks or just relax and enjoy the beautiful mountain scenery that surrounds Kyangin Gompa. One alternative is a reasonably level walk up the valley to the secret Nubamatang valley (3,940 m) and Langshisha Kharka valley (4,285 m) where the Salbachum, Lanshisha and Langtang glacial moraines all converge. On the way to Tibet, the real terminal ice of the glaciers remains considerably higher, albeit visible in places. Langshisa Ri lies just ahead of you, but at 6,427 m, it's not the highest peak in sight, as numerous other snow-capped peaks can be seen all around, including Shisha Pangma, the only 8,000-metre high in Tibet. Trekking time of 6-7 hours

Accommodation:Kyangin Gompa trekking lodge

day 7 - Trek to the Lama Hotel (2500m)

Even though you're going to be on your feet for most of today, this is a pretty simple day, with the journey mostly a fairly steady downhill as you begin to follow the Langtang Khola to Lama Hotel. Along the way, you can enjoy the views of the mountain from a different point of view to your trek up the valley. Our route from Kyangin Gompa takes us through the small village of Mundu, which will give you an idea of how most of the houses in this area once looked.

Accommodation:Lama Hotel trekking lodge

day 8 - Travel to Thulu Syabru (2260m)

Today you proceed along the valley of Langtang, covering a new ground after passing the junction with the path that you descended from Sherpagaon. You will continue to follow the Langtang Khola along the base of the valley, passing by the corn fields, before heading south and climbing up the side of the valley to the village of Thulo Syabru.

Accommodation:Thulo Syabru trekking lodge

day 9 - Trek to Sing Gompa (3300m)

Departing early from Thulo Syabru, you follow a slow zigzag path up the forest and past several small lodges. It's a long, slow climb with excellent views of Ganesh Himal and other Langtang peaks that make these views so unique in this area. As you follow this route, you pass through the fir tree forests full of Rhododendrons. Shortly after you hit Sing Gompa (3300m).

Accommodation:Sing Gompa trekking lodge

day 10 - Trek to Gosainkund (4361m)

The path follows a ridge with stunning panoramic views of Himalchuli, Manaslu and Ganesh to the west and the high Tibetan plateau to the north. The trail then descends to Gosainkund (4,361 m) (one of many sacred lakes that serve as major pilgrimage sites to Hindus from all over southern Asia).This region is a major destination in the summer months of July and August when Hindus flock to the full moon festival of Janai-Purnima. You stay in a lodge near this lake tonight. Legend has it that Shiva, who had saved the world by drinking poison, hit this land with his fork and formed this lake to quench his thirst.

Accommodation:Gosainkund trekking lodge

day 11 - Trek to Gopte/Gobie Char (3530m) via Llaurebena Pass (4610m)

You ascend from Gosainkund Lake, passing a few smaller lakes before crossing Llaurebena Pass (4,610 m), the highest point of your trek. This pass marks the western border of the valley of Helambu. Your trail takes you along a path that provides breathtaking views of the Annapurnas, Manaslu, Langtang Himal and Ganesh Himal. As soon as you cross the pass, you descend in a south-easterly direction and make your way to Gopte / Dobie Char.

Accommodation:Gopte/Dobie Char trekking lodge

day 12 - Trek to Mangengoth (3390m)

Today our path passes through a thick forest, including a lot of rhododendron, bringing us to the Thadepati Pass and a good view of Soli Danda. A further ridge hike, some terraced farmland, broad oak forests and a gradual descent will lead you to the lodge and military checkpoint at Mangengoth.

Accommodation:Mangengoth trekking lodge

day 13 - Trek to Gul Bhanjyang (2130m)

Today you're going south, leaving the Langtang area behind and losing a lot of altitude as you pass through the Helambu Valley to the Tamang village of Gul Bhanjyang (2130m).

Accommodation:Gul Bhanjyang trekking lodge

day 14 - Trek to Chisapani (2194m)

From Gul you have a short ascent before heading down to the village of Pati Bhanjyang and then to Chisopani (2,194 m), where you stay for the night. If you wish, you could cut the trek short and go back to Kathmandu.

Accommodation:Chisapani trekking lodge

day 15 - Trek to Sundirajal (1460m) and drive to Kathmandu

From Chisopani you walk a few hours through the forested areas with a view of the Kathmandu basin ahead and below. It's a short walk from here to Sundaria, where we'll pick you up and drive you back to Kathmandu for a short distance.

Accommodation:Kathmandu hotel

day 16 - Tour ends

Your tour will end after breakfast and, if possible, we will move you to the airport for your home flight.

Meals:Breakfast

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All accommodation (2 nights in mid-range hotels, 14 nights in trekking lodges)

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24-hour airport arrival & departure transfer service

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Services of a trekking guide and porter(s) throughout the trek

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Private car/minivan for drive to SyabrubesiInsurance for porters and guidesTrekking area permissions/permitsTrekking Pack Hire (Down Jacket, Sleeping Bag and Walking Poles)

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