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Trek to the sacred lake of Gosaikunda for Janai Purnima, the sacred-thread festival, as the monsoon eases into early autumn.
On Janai Purnima, Hindu men renew their sacred thread (janai) and people of all faiths tie a protective raksha thread around their wrists. The festival's most dramatic setting is the high alpine lake of Gosaikunda.
Thousands of pilgrims make the steep climb to Gosaikunda (4,380m) for a holy dip — joining them is one of Nepal's great cultural treks, threading through the Langtang region.
Late August is green and lush; while the odd shower lingers, the monsoon is winding down and the high country is at its most vivid.
10% Janai Purnima discount applied at booking on the treks above — message us to confirm your dates.
Janai Purnima is the sacred-thread full-moon festival. Hindu men renew their janai (sacred thread) and everyone ties a raksha thread for protection. It's also celebrated as Raksha Bandhan.
It's a moderate-to-challenging trek reaching 4,380m. Reasonable fitness and acclimatisation are needed, but it's achievable for most trekkers with a good guide.
Festival-season slots, flights and lodges book out fast. Reserve now to lock in your dates and the 10% discount.