Langtang Gosainkunda Lake Trek 3 Night / 4 Days

Itinerary

What's Included

• • Airport Pick–up and drop–off by private vehicle
  • Twin sharing accommodation with breakfast in Kathmandu for 3 nights
  • Kathmandu/Dunche/Sybrubesi/Kathmandu transportation by a private transport
  • Accommodation in tea house during trekking
  • Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner throughout a day during trekking
  • Trekking MAP
  • All necessary paperwork, TIMS, and permits
  • An English speaking license holder trekking guide
  • Accommodation, Meals, Salary, equipment, transportation, and insurance for trekking staff
  • National park fee
  • First Aid Kit
  • Travel and rescue arrangements only
  • All government taxes and service charges

What's Not Included

• • Add On: Porter (one porter for two trekkers is suggested)
  • Add On: Kathmandu valley sightseeing
  • International airfare
  • Nepal visa fee
  • Airport departure taxes/Excess baggage charges
  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
  • Travel insurance
  • Medical evacuation in case of emergency
  • Personal gear and clothing (available or rent)
  • Personal expenses such as drinks, tips and etc
  • Additional expenses incurred due to mishaps, landslides, strikes, political unrest and etc, in such case extra fee will be charged based on the actual cost
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Equipment Check List

Recommended equipment list: Trekkers need to provide their own personal clothing and equipment. Some items of equipment are available for hire from us as like Down Jacket

Footwear

Well broken-in walking shoes - these must be suitable for snow, thick socks, light socks, camp shoes.

Clothing

Down or fiber filled waterproof jacket and trousers, sweater or fleece jacket, underwear, warm and cotton trousers or jeans, shirts and T-shirts, shorts, long underwear, wool hat, sun hat, gloves, bathing suit, track suit.

Other equipment

Sleeping bag (5 seasons), lock, day pack, water bottle, sun cream, sunglasses, flashlight with spare bulbs and batteries, lip salve, gaiters.

Other Items

Insect repellent, toilet articles, diary, toilet roll, laundry soap, wet ones, pocket knife, towel, sewing kit, plasters, binoculars, camera, film, cards and personal medical kit.

Important Note

Itinerary and Dates: Every effort will be made to keep to the above itinerary, but as this is adventure travel in a remote mountain region, we cannot guarantee it. Weather conditions and the health of trekkers can all contribute to changes. Your guide, and their Sherpa assistants, will try to ensure that the trip runs according to plan, but please be prepared to be flexible if necessary. Our aim is to return you safely to Kathmandu in time for your departure flight booking.

Experience Required: This Trek is suitable for keen walkers who are able to walk for 6 – 7 hours each day, with a light rucksack. Some of the days are quite long, and walking feels more strenuous at altitude. Generally, the trail is a good quality, but occasionally it will be uneven and rocky.

Food & Accommodation: You will be accommodated in a teahouse each night, unless the itinerary stipulates tent camping is necessary on some nights. Teahouses are simple, locally-run guesthouses with twin-share or single rooms. Toilets and showers are of varying standards. Typical food available for lunch and dinner is Nepali rice & lentils, pasta, potato dishes, soups or pizzas. Delicious pancakes, porridge, toast and eggs are the main breakfast fare, while tea, coffee and hot chocolate are always available. You will probably be pleasantly surprised by the variety of food at the lodges.

What about our luggage: One porter will be shared between two trekking clients. Porters will carry a maximum of 12kgs per client. If you wish to, you may keep excess clothing and items in a storage room at your Kathmandu hotel.

What will the temperature be like: The weather obviously varies considerably by season and may also change drastically within a single day, particularly at high altitude. If your itinerary takes you above 3,000m need to be prepared for conditions that may range from -10 to 25 degrees on any day. Some useful weather data is available here: https://bit.ly/3vi7rHX You will also need good protections from sun and wind exposure. Contact us for a suggested trek packing list to suit your itinerary.

How much money should we bring: You will need to carry Nepali Rupee to pay for things not covered by your itinerary package. This may include bottled water; evening hot showers; additional food treats; additional hot drinks; equipment replacement or repairs; battery charging and gifts and tips. Shopping can also be done on your last day in Thamel. Talk with us in our office before departing on your trek and we can provide more advice and currency exchange.

What about Acute Mountaineering Sickness (AMS): AMS is essentially impossible to predict. Some people are affected, and other not. Only a very small percentage of people suffer serious effects. Effects may become apparent at any altitude, not just at the extremes of your itinerary.

Signs of AMS includes:

• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Headache
• Loss of Appetite
• Fatigue or weakness
• Shortness of breath
• Drowsiness
• Flatulence
• Peripheral Edema (Swelling of extremities)
• Fluctuation in body temperature
• Prevention of AMS:
• Adequate rest prior to the trek.
• Adequate hydration maintained throughout the trek.

Adequate salt and sugar in your bloodstream. So, eat plenty and don’t skip meals.

Adequate warmth. Use clothing layers to maintain warmth without sweating excessively. Controlled and regular breathing. Breathe deeply from the diaphragm to use all your lung capacity. Try and walk to a pace that maintains controlled and steady breathing. Breathe through your nose to protect you throat from drying. Consider wearing a muff over your mouth and nose at high altitudes.

Managed exertion. Trekking is not a race to the next pass or teahouse. Go at a constant, manageable pace, do not chase after the person in front. Keep a slow steady pace rather than pushing too hard and needing to stop frequently. Take time to enjoy the scenery.

Does of a Trek

•⁠ ⁠Always listen to instruction of your guide

•⁠ ⁠Drink lots of water to stay hydrated (recommended at least 3 litres per day)

•⁠ ⁠Eat healthy food throughout the trek

•⁠ ⁠Wear comfortable hiking shoes with good socks

•⁠ ⁠Have good down jackets for the cold weather.

•⁠ ⁠Carry good sunscreen, cap and glasses

•⁠ ⁠Take your own toiletry such as some toilet paper rolls, small towels, tooth brush and paste.  

•⁠ ⁠Do stretching exercise before you start the trek and cool-down exercise one you finish the trek for the day.

•⁠ ⁠Walk in your pace, do not try to walk fast just to catch up with others

•⁠ ⁠Do Respect local people and culture

Don’ts of a Trek

•⁠ ⁠Don't push through if the weather is bad

•⁠ ⁠Don’t make loud noises while trekking

•⁠ ⁠Don’t throw waste in the trek and only throw them in designated waste bins

•⁠ ⁠Don't take anything from Annapurna Conservation Area 

•⁠ ⁠Don't harm and feed any animal

•⁠ ⁠Don’t click photographs of local people without taking permissions

•⁠ ⁠Don’t drink alcohols during trek