We pass a few huts in the high picture of Laurebina, cross a small ridge and have our first views of the holy lakes. There are about a dozen lakes in the Gosainkunda Basin, the main three being Saraswatikunda, Bhairabkunda, and Gosainkunda.

According to legend, Shiva created Gosaikunda when he pierced a glacier with his trident to obtain water to quench his thirst after having swallowed a poison that threatened to destroy the world.

Highlights of the Trekking
An alpine lake that a major pilgrimage site, several days of remote back-country walking with very rough accommodation. Snowbound in winter season. Tranquil holy Gosainkunda Lake, Luribina La pass, Tharepati La pass, different community with majority of Tamang, Sherpa, Gurung people.

Facts of the Trek
Trekking Destination: Gosainkunda Lake/Lauribina La pass (4609m.)

Group Size: Min - 1

Minimum altitude: 1965m

Maximum altitude: 4609m.

Grade: Moderate and fairly strenuous

Season: Spring & Autumn

Accommodation: Lodge or Tented Camp

Duration: 12-14 Days

Culture: Sherpa, Tamang and others

National park: Langtang National Park and Shivapuri

Entry: Dhunche

Exit: Nagarkot Hill

Brief Itinerary

Day 01:  Arrival and transfer to Hotel according to hotel category

Day 02:  Orientation and guided city sightseeing tours around historical sites

Day 03:  Drive to Dhunche O/N lodge or camp

Day 04-16: Trekking and hiking activities

Day 17:  Drive back to Kathmandu O/N hotel (Trekking program complete)

Day 18: Final departure or you may extend another exciting program such as white water river experience, Nature & wildlife excursion, Bungee jump, Village tours, Tibet tours, Volunteers program in rural village and many more…………..

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