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Trip Code: HTL-B-1
Price From : USD 429
Max. Altitude: 4380m./
14366ft.
Trip Days: 18
Trek  Grade: F
Accommodate: Lodge
Meals: As Per Itinerary
Transport: Car/Bus (Ask)
Phone: Rare
Minimum Group Size: Any
Best Season: April-Jun, Sept,-Nov.
Per Day Walk 6-7 Hours
Medical Facility: Rare
 
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Jan: 09th, 14th, 25th, 28th
Feb:
06th, 12th, 20th, 26th
Mar:
07th, 15th, 22nd, 29th

Apr:
06th, 16th, 20th, 26th
May:
06th, 17th, 20th, 27th
Jun: 04th, 11th, 17th, 29th
July:
01st, 09th, 19th, 29th
Aug:
03rd, 11th, 18th, 26th

Spt:
06th, 15th, 20th, 27th
Oct:
04th, 17th, 20th, 26th
Nov:
05th, 14th, 05th, 28th
Dec:
07th, 16th, 22nd, 27th


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Gosaikund Full Moon Trekking Nepal

Gosaikund Full Moon Trekking Program:

Nepal's one of most famous religious places for both Buddhism and Hinduism is Gosaikunda lake situated at an altitude of about 4315 m. in north east of Kathmandu surrounded by Himalayas. Every year during Full Moon day in August, thousands of Buddhists and Hindu pilgrims come here for pilgrimage and it is quite a sight to visit during the festival as well as the lake is worthwhile to visit all year round.

The large rock lies in the center of Gosaikund lake is religious symbol of a Shiva shrine. According to religious belief channel carries water from the lake directly to the tank at the Kumbheshwar Temple in Patan (Kathmandu Valley), 60 km  south west. In the occasion of Full Moon Festival, Shamans ("Dhami Jhankris") come from all over Nepal arrive to the lake and have religious dancing and singing ceremony.

On Janai Purnima, a full moon day, Hindus chant the powerful Gayatri Mantra and change their Sacred thread (janai), while a rakshya bandhan, a red or yellow protection cord, is tied around the wrists of other Hindus and Buddhists by the prist. Here they emulate Lord Shiva by bathing in the sacred lake of Gosainkunda. Those unable to make the trek celebrate at Shiva's Kumbheswor Mahadev temple in Patan. Here, a pool with an image of Shiva at its center is filled with water believed to have come from Gosainkunda.

 

This moderate trekking starts from the northeast side of Kathmandu Valley and goes north towards the picturesque Langtang Valley. An interesting extension to this trek can be a visit to the Langtang Valley. Apart from this trek extension, other adventure activities once you are back in Kathmandu are always possible.

 

GOSAINKUNDA FULL MOON FESTIVAL TREKKING ITINERARY:

DAY 01: ARRIVE KATHMANDU (A)
DAY 02: 3 HOURS SIGHTSEEING IN KATHMANDU (A,B)
DAY 03: DRIVE TO SYABRUBESI (1400m/4592ft) 7-8 HOURS (A,B)
DAY 04: TREK TO LAMA HOTEL (2,380m/7,808ft) 5-6 HOURS walking. (A,B)
DAY 05: TREK TO LANGTANG (3,500m/11,482ft) 5-6 HOURS. (A,B)
DAY 06: TREK TO KYANGJIN GOMPA (3,800m/12,467ft) 3 HOURS. (A,B)
DAY 07: REST DAY AND LOCAL EXPLORATION. DAY HIKE TO KYANGJIN RI. 5-6 HOURS (A,B)
DAY 08: TREK TO LAMA HOTEL (2,380m/7,808ft) 5-6 HOURS. (A,B)
DAY 09: TREK TO THULO SYABRU (2,100m/6,889ft) 6-7 HOURS. (A,B)
DAY 10: TREK TO SING GOMPA (3,250m/10,663ft) 4-5 HOURS. (A,B)
DAY 11: TREK TO GOSAINKUND LAKE (4,380m/14,369ft) 6-7 HOURS (A,B)
DAY 12: TREK TO GHOPTE CAVE (3,430m/11,253ft) 6-7 HOURS. (A,B)
DAY 13: TREK TO MAGENGOTH 6-7 HOURS. (A,B)
DAY 14: TREK TO GUL VANJYANG 5-6 HOURS. (A,B)
DAY 15: TREK TO CHISOPANI (2,300m/7,545ft) 6-7 HOURS. (A,B)
DAY 16: TREK TO SUNDARIJAL, TRANSFER TO KATHMANDU. (1,350m/4,429ft) 3 ½ HOURS (A,B)
DAY 17: AT LEISURE IN KATHMANDU. (A,B)
DAY 18: FLY BACK. (B)
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Abbreviation: A - Accommodation and B - Breakfast)


Trekking Tour Price (In group joining basis):
Two or more persons  joining with group USD 429

 

PRICE INCLUDES:

- Welcome at Kathmandu (KTM) Airport
- Airport pick up service & transfer to your hotel
- KTM 4 nights 2 stars level hotel room with breakfast
- Sightseeing in three cultural heritage sites for 3 hrs.
- All necessary trekking paper works such as trekking permit (TIMS), national park entry permit & conservation permit
- langtang National Park Permit fee
- Trekkin
g Permit (TIMS) fee
- Langtang and helambu region experienced English speaking guide
- Local people operated common room in lodges in sharing basis
- Breakfasts as per itinerary
- Treated drinking water to fill in your bottle
- Camp/dine fire/warm up charge where available
- Guide meals, in
surance, salary, equipment, transportation & local taxes
- All road transport by public/private vehicle as per itinerary
- Kathmandu - trek start point, trek ending point - Kathmandu public bus transportation
- Applicable government taxes (13% VAT and 10% tourism service charges)
- Hotel Domestic airport/bus park-hotel transfers service
- Travel and rescue arrangement support (submit your insurance documents in advance, before trip departure from Kathmandu)
- Trip crew medical supplies (first aid kit)
- Trip success certificate (case of trip success)
- Airport transfer to KTM Airport by vehicle after trip


THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- Your all kinds of insurance
- Visa fees
- Hot shower
- Insured porter (USD 15 per porter carry maximum 30 kg)
- Single supplements except solo trip service
- Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu
- Airport departure taxes (about USD 25 per person if applied)
- Bar bills and laundry
- Optional trips
- Tips
- All except explained in "PRICE INCLUDES" section above

For more details, please fill up "INQUIRY FORM" at the bottom of the page.


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS BY OUR CUSTOMERS:

Q. As the group organizer can I trekking for free?
A. Yes. Providing your group size meets the agreed minimum group number we always include free of charge place for a teacher, leader or representative.
15 participants in a group – get free trekking service for one
25 participants in a group – get free trekking service for two
40 participants in a group – get free trekking service for three

Q. How do you minimize the risk to assist the group’s safety?
A. The safety and well-being of our clients is our first priority. Whilst acknowledging that there are inherent risks in all overseas travel that can never be totally eliminated, we endeavor to minimize any risks or dangers that have the potential to lead to any more than a reasonable level of physical or emotional distress for our clients, staff and partners. We aim to do this by:
-Ensuring the chosen itinerary is appropriate for your group
-Our guides are all first aid trained, carry a comprehensive first-aid kit and are aware of emergency evacuation procedures
-Provide a doctor escort for all school groups (on request for charity challenges)
-Travel insurance is compulsory for all travelers
-Complete risk assessment provided prior to travel
-Mobile phone or satellite phone communication available on most trekking provide access to our company. Medical advisor prior to trekking departure to ensure all travelers are suitable for the challenge ahead

Q. How fit do I have to be and is trekking for me?
A. This trekking is suitable for any kind of person who is moderately fit, no previous experience is required. To condition yourself for the trekking, some physical fitness programs such as walking, running, swimming, and hiking are recommended before you embark on your journey. Any person suffering from a pre-existing medical condition or diseases must seek medical advice before considering any trekking. Whilst on the trekking, it is common to experience some discomfort before being fully acclimatized.

Q. Will somebody come to pick me up at the Airport upon my arrival?
A. Yes, our Airport Representative will be there to greet you outside of Terminal Hall, he/she will be displaying an Eco-friendly Treks & Expedition sign with your name on it. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel.

Q. What sort of accommodation can I expect in Kathmandu and in trekking?
A. We use standard rooms as per “Price Includes” section in Kathmandu. This is lodge trekking. We serve you lodge double room available in the route in sharing basis. This service provide as per trekking plan you purchased with us. Lodges are mostly in village, which allows you to buy sweets and drinks, which we do not carry with us.

Q. What sort of food can I expect in trekking?
A. Breakfast each day as per itinerary is included.  If you have any special dietary requirements please inform. You will get continental, tibetan, Nepali meals in your lodge attached restaurants on your own cost.

Q. What sort of transportation you use?
A. Eco-friendly Treks & Expedition is all about providing you with local insights as well as adventure, with that in mind, where we think you will get more out of your holiday by using different means of transport that is what we do. Using a variety of private transport is an integral part of our Himalaya tours and enhances the experience! If you entertain with special means of transportation, please inform us on time so that we can fulfill your interest. We use private tourist vehicles for sightseeing, city tours and pickups. Depending on the group size and the trekking you purchased, we use cars, minibus, vans, land cruiser, tourist bus or public bus as described in “Price Includes” section. All vehicles are more maneuverable and flexible enabling us to take you through the narrow roads of Nepal.

Q. When do you departure this trekking?
A. One of the most experience guides of Eco-friendly Treks & Expedition is leading this trekking as mentioned dates. We believe in creating awareness in areas that Media coverage does not, for us, every individual counts! If you like private departure, please inform us.

Q. What is the weather & temperature like in trekking?
A. Weather in the mountains (Himalayas) is notoriously difficult to predict. At night it is generally cooler and warmer during the days, in winter (January and February) it will be a bit colder but the days can be quite beautiful and warm if the sun is out. There will be snow any time of year. It is also important to make sure that you can stay warm and dry in just about any conditions. Expect the unexpected! The temperature could be as high as 25 deg C to -15 deg C low.

Q. Can I charge my digital camera or other batteries on my trekking?
A. These facilities is available mostly in all part of the route in Everest, Annapurna And Langtang trekking routes. In other routes, there is mostly this facilities in lower elevation and rare in higher elevation. Remember to bring your adapters and charge cost is your own.

Q. Is there any communication while we are on trekking?
A. There are telephones in few villages along the routes from which you can make international calls. If required, we supply satellite phone service with extra charge. Please inform, if you need this service.

Q. Can I use credit cards in the places visit in trekking?
A. In most cities yes, to some extent, however once you leave those cities behind, you can only use cash.

Q. How much additional money do I need per day?
A. It all depends on your spending habits. USD 25 to 30 a day will be enough to buy your lunches and dinners, chocolates, souvenir shopping of local crafts if/when available and few drinks. You can buy these things only in certain town.

Q. Do I need to tip my guide and porters? How much would that be?
A. Tips are always highly expected, it is good to tip trekking staff at the end of trekking. US$10 per guide, US$ 10 for driver and US$3 per porter per day is recommended per group.

Q. Is the water OK to drink? Do I need to bring purifying tablets/filter?
A. We will provide you purified water to drink. So you don’t need anything unless you like to bring your own water purifier (Please inform us if you bring). But you can buy also mineral water in some village along the trial on your own. Please bring a water bottle to fill up purified water.

Q. Are the Eco-friendly Treks & Expedition Agency's staff insured?
A. Yes, our company insures all our trekking staffs, including guide, cook, Sherpa and porters.

Q. What essential documents do I need to bring with me on tour?
A. *Valid Passport – must be valid for up to 6 months after you return from your tour, keep a separate photocopy with Nepal visa
*Travel insurance, keep a separate photocopy and give us with your final payment in Kathmandu
*US$ Cash, keep numbers and proof of purchase separate
*4 copies of passport size pictures each of you for permits and records
*Flight tickets
*Note pad and writing pen
*Emergency contact numbers for T/C’s, banks, insurance, family contacts.

Q. Can I add extra days to my trekking?
A. A trekking holiday should never be about making it to the final point quickly. Along your trekking we can add days at your request with additional costs to cover guides, porters, accommodation and food if you inform us prior enough time to manage extra day/s trekking.

Q. Do you use yaks/porters on the trekking or do we carry all of our own gear?
A. Whilst on the trekking, if you have, your porter will take care of your luggage service as per “Price Includes” section. All you need to carry is your small day bag for your personal belongings like camera, water bottle, sun cream etc.

Q. What opportunities will I have for shower along the trekking?
A. Yes, you will have opportunity to have shower service in lodge on your own cost. Being an Eco-friendly adventure holiday trip operator, we would like to suggest you to take shower where solar eco-friendly power is used to heat water to shower.

Q. I would like to extend my holiday, any recommendations?
A. Yes, there are many options and choices to extend your holiday before or after your main trekking. Following trips are suggested for your holiday extensions.

- Paragliding and Pokhara sightseeing - 2 days
- Trisuli River Rafting – One or two day/s
- Chitwan Jungle Safari Package – 2 nights 3 days, available for 2 days to longer trip also
- Kathmandu Shopping Tour – One day
- Meditation Tour- 2/3 days
- Tibet Tour -  As per your time available
- Bhutan Tour -  As per your time available
- India Tour -  As per your time available
- Volunteering in School and Village – As per your time available

 
Ask an Expert:
If you have further question/s not answered by above information, please fill up completely following "Inquiry Form" or write us at: tours@nepalholiday.com with rising your question/s in your email. Our destination experts will be happy to help, with 10, 20 and in some cases, 30 years of experience. We are confident that we will able to help you!

Suggested Altitude Sickness information:  Trek Altitude Sickness


WALK AND HELP !: 10 percent profits earned by our agency are using entirely for operating a free medicines distribution in trekking areas of Nepal, and for providing scholarship for poor & parentless children of same area. You can see our actions near concerning in through our sister concern social organization naming Eco-friendly Nepal: www.econ.org.np
 

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