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The Langtang and Gosalainkund Lakes trip is a real gem. Having previosly trekked in the Everest and Annapurna regions we chose a different area of Nepal this time and were certainly not disappointed. T The trial itself is very quiet and peaceful, with the poignant reminder of the terrible devastation of the Langtang village. The mood soon lifted the spectacular views of the mountains from Kyanjin Ri and the nearby lake. We were particularly lucky to be spoilt with a beautiful sunset at Gosainkund, where the lake melted into a sea of gold as the sun disappeared, and in the other direction the sky went orange and red. An excellent trip for those that want something different, and more of the same!
The sunset as Gosainkund lake
We were also very lucky to be supported by a great team, getting to know head guide Dorjee, his assistant PG and the porters all being a great pleasure and highlight of the trip. Dorjee in particular deserves great praise for his communication, leading skills, knowledge and making sure we all got as much as possible out the trip.
Great walk along the Langtang Valley. Very quite compared to other similar treks and good quality teahouses. Some long days and lots of up and down particularly on the 2nd half of the trek
Climbing to the top of Tsergo Ri at 5033m and the views across the whole Langtang Valley. The bakery at Kyanjin Gompa is a must visit
Valerie and the local guides were great and nothing was ever too much trouble
Do the trek while the route is relatively quiet you wont regret it. Also fly out a few days before the trek so you can recover from any jet lag
Well organised, with excellent guides who engaged with the group and ensured our needs were met. The scenery was stunning and it was great talking with local people on the trip. Can’t recommend this trip enough- thanks for a fantastic experience
The kindness and caring of the Guides and the Porters. Nothing was too much trouble and they went above and beyond to ensure a positive experience for us all.
Absolutely amazing, I can’t sing his praises enough. Totally professional, even with the tricky members of the group!!! He spent time talking to us about his country, culture and history and maintained a great sense of humour. Would love for him to be the leader on another trip I did.
Book it - you’ll not regret it
Stunning scenery and amazing people
Going over the Laurebena Pass, very cold, as early start, but spectacular
Doyce Sherpa was amazing, only 26 years old but had fantastic leadership skills.
The trekking is tough. But the most challenging aspect of this trip is the accommodation. Be warned they are very, very basic and cold, the toilet situation is pretty grime… having to share one squat toilet with 16 other people, where water has frozen and unable to put water down it, the stench makes you gag, you need to be prepared for this. After a long day of walking this can be pretty demoralising.
This is a wonderful trek in the Langtang Valley and to the mythical Gosainkund Lane. We enjoyed the most spectacular mountain views and had the privilege of witnessing at first hand the resilience and positivism of the wonderful Nepali people who are rebuilding their communities after the devastation of the 2015 earthquake.
The mountain vista from the ridge on the way to Gosainkund Lake was stunning - absolutely awe-inspiring in its range and beauty. We had the honour of visiting, at Kyanjin Gompa, one of the Exodus-supported projects - a residence for elderly people left entirely without family support as a result of the earthquake. This was a humbling and uplifting experience.
We had the privilege of travelling with Valerie Parkinson and of benefitting from her extensive knowledge of the history and culture of Nepal and India. Her after-dinner talks were both interesting and amusing and often had eavesdroppers from other trekkers in the teahouses. The local leaders were all excellent and worked very well as a team to meet our every need. They were supportive and encouraging and ensured that we all managed even the most challenging parts of the trek.
Take warm clothes and sleeping bags. It was very cold at the higher altitude. A laundry service is available at Kyanjin Gompa, so you don't need to carry many changes of clothes. There's an excellent bakery and coffee shop there too. This is an excellent trip! Don't hesitate to book
The porters were superb and played a big part in ensuring that life was made as easy as possible for us.
The mountain scenery on this trek is truly inspiring. On the first part of the trek you have Langtang Lirung lofting over you while on the second part-if you are lucky with the weather, you have a truly stunning panoramic view of the Annapurna, Hinalchulu, Manaslu Himal, Ganesh Himal and Langtang Himal again. Finally just as you think it can’t get any better you have a wonderful vista of the Jugal Himal and the Everest Himalaya from Tharepati. And yes you can just make out Everest herself!! The best mountain scenery I have ever seen on a trek incl EBC.
The panoramic view near Gosainkund as the huge mountain peaks of Nepal floated above a sea of white cloud which hid the valley floor. The climb up Kyanjin Ri and Klymoshung Ri above Kyanjin Gompa which -though tough- immersed you in fantastic glacial scenery with views extending to the mountains of the border with Tibet. Seeing Everest from Tharepati.
Valerie as ever was excellent- the patience of a saint, great humour and fascinating knowledge. Plus she is a wonderful storyteller, making for very enjoyable evenings.
Except for a few of the lodges the accommodation on this trek really is pretty basic. Be prepared and have the headtorch and loo paper handy. Food is generally good though snacks are essential as distances between lodges vary. It can be bitterly cold at night. We had one bad day when the mist set in which also made it feel (and look) cold. Can be very warm in daytime so layering essential. Gloves critical esp early morning.
This is a great trek that anyone who loves mountain scenery will really enjoy. The trails are quiet with interesting bird and animal life. The people of Langtang have made great effort to recover from the 2015 earthquake. So although the lodges are basic that doesn’t matter too much as the scenery is so incredible. Not only do you really enjoy yourself but you are also helping the area recover further - and that also feels good!!!
I enjoyed every minute of this trip. The local staff (Gum K.C. our tour leader, and Chowang our sherpa leader, and all 5 of the porters) made the trip an amazing experience.
I had never been to Nepal or to high altitude so it was a challenge for me (at age 64) but I would most definitely do it all again in a heartbeat.
Being able to climb a peak in the Himalayas! What a moment when we finally summited and enjoyed spectacular views - brought tears to our eyes! Staying with local families, particularly those who had been affected by the earthquake in 2015, was a great privilege. The Nepali people are all so friendly and welcoming.
Gum K.C. went above and beyond - he was always on hand to offer local knowledge, health advice and generally great fun to be with. We had some very entertaining evenings playing UNO, and Spoons!
Eat like a local - garlic soup and dal bhat at least once a day to combat altitude sickness. Forget western options on the menu. Porridge, chapati and egg for breakfast - perfect trekking fodder. Drink like a local - raksi whenever it's offered. Ginger lemon honey tea is great to combat any nausea, sore throat etc. Stick to vegetarian, make sure the veg is cooked. Take travel sickness pills for the jeep rides! Enjoy a bucket shower rather than relying on the solar hot showers (which were either not working or were cold).
We booked sleeping bags from Exodus - they were ideal for the extreme conditions, excellent quality, and saved us having the extra bulk on the flight.
