Helambu-Gosainkunda Trek

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Trip Facts

Days

Group Size

Trip Type

Trekking in Nepal

Grade

Moderate

Altitude

3780 meter

Overview

Helambu Gosainkunda Trek is famous for its own natural beauty, wonderful climate and magnificent views of snow mountains. Trekkers love to do Helambu Gosainkunda Trek because it is less crowded even in peak season. The main season is spring and autumn.

The main inhabitants of the Helambu valley are Sherpas and Tamangs, whose culture is similar to by Tibetan culture. Gosainkund at 4300m is a high altitude lake which is covered by snow during winter. This trek offers variety of natural scenery and experience of jungle walk. This trekking region is also famous for sub-alpine vegetation and wildlife such as, Birds, Deer, Monkey and Thars.

Itinerary

1

Drive from Kathmandu to Sundarijal (1350m.)

The trail will enter through the Shivpuri Watershed and Wildlife Reserve. The first settlement you will come across is Mulkharka which is inhabited by Tamang. The route then goes down the ridge through a forest of oaks and rhododendron to Chisapani (2300m.) Stay overnight at lodge.
2

Trek from Chisapani to Kutumsang (2446m.)

The trail descends from Chisapani and continues to descend through Pathi Bhanjyang until Gul Bhanjyang. The trail then climbs the ridge from Gul Bhanjyang to another pass at 2620m. Stay overnight at lodge.
3

Trek from Kutumsang to Ghopte via Magen Goth (3514m.) and Tharepati Pass (3650m.)

The trek continues north up the Yurin Danda ridge and offers views of the peaks. The trail climbs above Kutumsang on a steep, eroded trail mostly through fir and rhododendron forest where there are no permanent settlements. The trail then descends to Magen Goth. You will reach Tharepati consisting of a few Goths and lodges. Stay overnight at lodge.
4

Trek from Ghopte to Gosaikunda (4361m.)

The trail ascends through the meadow of bushes and some rhododendron trees and up to Phedi (3500m.) The trail continues to ascend beside a stream through alpine trees. The trail then is bit rough and crosses moraines but it is well marked with rock cairns. Stay overnight at lodge.
5

Trek from Gosaikunda to Sing Gompa (3250m.) or Chandan Bari (3250m.)

The trail descends all the way to Sing Gompa passing Lauribinayak with magnificent mountain views and forests. Stay overnight at lodge.
6

Trek from Sing Gompa to Dhunche

The first part of the trail descends through pine, silver oak and rhododendron forests with marijuana plants all around until you cross a suspension bridge over the Sing Gompa Stream. Now, the path stretches at a flat level through some human settlements and mineral water factories up to Dhunche. It is a small town and the headquarters of Rasuwa district. Stay overnight at lodge.
7

Drive from Dhunche to Kathmandu by bus.

It takes about seven hours. It's a pleasant drive back to Kathmandu.