Making
a trekking tour in Langtang and Helambu region offers
a unique possibility to watch the Nepalese Himalaya
from west to east in totality. Langtang Himal and
its several peaks on the one hand, bewitch the tourist
and the fresh water lakes of this region such as Gosainkunda,
Saraswatikunda and many other small lakes situated
at the height of more than 4300mt. create in tourists
a manifold interests
Gosainkunda (Holi Lake) at Langtang region
and extreme enthusiasm toward nature which in reality
is lively and beautiful beyond compare. These lakes
and the stories of their mythical origin have enriched
the Nepalese legends and Nepalese religious tradition.
That is why the Hindus of allover the worlds go on
a pilgrimage to these lakes during the full moon of
August and pray homage to Lord Shiva the God of universe
and many other Hindu Gods. Being famous for both religious
and tourists point of views these lakes are the destination
of both the romantics, sentimental, emotional and
religious soul.
Moreover, this region presents a variety of possibilities
regarding trekking tours. Since the altitudes and
the accessibility to arrive at such altitudes are
varied, you can start a trekking tour in this region
quite down from low altitude and as per your interest,
stamina, and corresponding capacity, you can arrive
at an altitude of more than 5500mt. It is a best place
for the acclimatization and in case of urgency for
easily accessible rescue operation. The Gosainkunda
and Gyanjala passes are among the most preferred passes
for the high altitude trekkers. Extended from a low
altitude of 2000mt. to high altitude of 7000mt. covering
an area of 1710 sq.km. the Langtang and Helambu region
is the second greatest conserved national park of
Nepal enriched by more than 1000 different species
of flora and at the same time it is the natural home
of 150 different species of birds and many wild animals
such as tigers, beers, deer, wild sheep, snow-leopard
and etc.