If you are traveling to Gosaikunda Lake and want to experience a different journey, then the route towards Dupcheshwar may be a suitable option for you. Although the routes towards Dhunche and Dupcheshwar have their characteristics. Both routes provide unforgettable experiences to travelers.
The main thing is what kind of experience you want. Generally, the routes towards Rasuwa and Nuwakot are used to reach Gosainkunda. These routes have their characteristics. The route to Rasuwa is the most popular. The load of pilgrims on this route is also high.
Another more popular route is towards Dupcheshwar. From the Gosainkunda trek via Dupcheshwor, you can reach Gosainkunda via Samundratar-Ghyangphedi-Sisipu-Talu-Fedi-High Camp-Suryakunda. Similarly, the Dupcheshwor-Mala Bhanjyang-Gosainkunda, Golfubhanjyang-Thadepati-Suryakunda-Gosainkunda, and other alternative routes towards Nuwakot are also available. These routes also attract a large number of pilgrims.
Among these, the Dupcheshwor-Ghyangphedi-Gosainkunda route is relatively short. This is an old route but has only recently been developed as a trekking route. From Dhunche to Gosainkunda, one has to travel along a single mountain, while from Dupcheshwor, one has to cross many mountains and gorges, so the journey is sure to be exciting.
The picturesque waterfalls found at a distance of about 100-200 meters, the encounter with the cold water of rivers and streams, and the proximity of various species of flowers and birds are the specialties of the route towards Dupcheshwor.
This route is the best option to understand the culture of the Tamang people up close, to experience the true feeling of trekking, to visit the Thai plane crash site, and to meet herds of sheep and goats. Another feature of the route towards Dupcheshwor is the opportunity to see Dupcheshwor Mahadev, Bachladevi, Ghyangki Indrayani Devi, and to bathe in Suryakunda, the source of the Suryamati River.
When going from Dupcheshwor to Gosainkunda, there are well-equipped hotels in the vicinity of Dupcheshwor Temple, while vehicles like Bolero Jeep and Tata Sumo can be taken to Sisipu.
Some hotels have come into operation in Sisipu, keeping tourists/pilgrims in mind. Similarly, some homestays are also in operation in Talu. Then, the road coming from Sundarijal-Golfubhanjyang connects at the foothills. Pilgrims from both sides can travel together from there.
Tourist-oriented hotels are in operation at the foothills. Generally speaking, a hotel can be found after a journey of about 2 kilometers. Pilgrims who have walked from Phedi prefer to reach the high camp and have tea and breakfast. There is also accommodation in the high camp. During the fair, Dupcheshwar Rural Municipality has also been holding health camps in the Phedi, high camp, and Suryakunda areas.
On the journey from Phedi to Suryakunda, herds of sheep and herds of buffalo are found here and there. When we reach Suryakunda, we reach an altitude of 4,632 meters. From here, we have to descend for about 1 hour to reach Gosainkunda (4380 meters). Most of those who reach Gosainkunda from Dhunche return without reaching Suryakunda because they are tired.
Gosaikunda lake trek via Dupcheshwor
However, if we go from Dupcheshwar, in addition to Gosainkunda, Suryakunda, Bhairavkund, Saraswati Kund, we get the opportunity to see many other ponds such as Pavarti Kund, Ganesh Kund, and Vardha Kund.
In addition, if you descend from the hills near Suryakunda, you will be lucky enough to see many other ponds and peaks. Another thing is that the pilgrimage is completed only after offering the water of Gosainkunda and Suryakunda to Dupcheshwar Mahadev.
Using this route, you will also get the good fortune of seeing Dupcheshwar in a single journey. If those who go from the Dupcheshwar route cannot walk, there are not many facilities for horses, and there is no muddy path made by horse tack and its hooves. Until last year, there was a problem on the forest path between the Talu and the Pedi, but now a path with stairs has been built there too.
On the Dupcheshwar route, you cannot taste something like sandalwood, but you can taste the local products here. Another special feature of this place is the uniformity in price. You can travel from anywhere according to your convenience, but we have experienced that staying in the Gosainkunda area during the fair is difficult. Therefore, it is better to shorten the route after the darshan.
It is challenging to reach an altitude of 4632 meters from an altitude of about 500 meters. To reach a short distance, one has to climb relatively more. Take care of your health while traveling. It is better to walk slowly and in solitude than vigorously.
Nowadays, there are even huts built for accommodation in places. Travel considering your condition and time, and settle down on time. May everyone’s journey be pleasant.