Gosaikund Trek
Nepal · Langtang
A sacred pilgrimage and trekking route to the holy Gosaikund lakes (4,380m) in the Langtang region, with sweeping Himalayan panoramas.
Generating AI safety verdict…
Trailhead Conditions
Langtang, Nepal · 1470m
Monday, September 21 at 12:48 PM
Feels like 21°C
Moderate rain
Humidity
99%
Wind
3 km/h SSW
Gusts
3 km/h
Pressure
1019 hPa
Dew Point
21°C
Cloud Cover
100%
Visibility
0.2 km
Precip
0.3 mm
48-Hour Forecast
14-Day Forecast
Is Gosaikund Trek safe to hike right now?
The AI safety verdict above is updated every 4 hours using live weather data from MET Norway at both the trailhead (1,470m) and the summit (4,380m). A GO verdict means current conditions are suitable for the trek. CAUTION means proceed with awareness of specific risk factors shown above. NO-GO means conditions are currently inadvisable — check back after the weather window passes.
How difficult is Gosaikund Trek?
Gosaikund Trek is rated moderate. It requires a reasonable level of fitness and some prior hiking experience. Expect sustained ascents and variable terrain. The typical completion time is 5 days for a multi-day trek.
What is the elevation of Gosaikund Trek?
The trailhead starts at 1,470 metres above sea level in Langtang, Nepal. The summit or highest point reaches 4,380 metres — a net elevation gain of 2,910 metres. At this altitude, altitude sickness (AMS) is possible — ascend gradually and rest if symptoms appear.
What gear do I need for Gosaikund Trek?
The packing list in the AI verdict above is tailored to the current forecast. As a baseline for Gosaikund Trek in Nepal: layer for extreme cold (summit temperatures can drop well below freezing even in summer), bring sun protection for high UV at altitude, and carry a detailed map.
Weather data: MET Norway Locationforecast 2.0 (CC BY 4.0) · AI verdicts by Anthropic Claude