One can complete the Gosaikunda trek without a guide and porters. However, we recommend hiring one or two guides and porters for the Langtang Trail. Always go with the company that has guides who are knowledgeable about the entire Gosaikunda region, not just Gosaikunda trekking, and who are adequately insured.
Since the beginning of the Gosaikunda area trek, it has been much more advantageous to have a local guide since it helps them support and promote their livelihood.
English-speaking local guides will accompany you the entire time on the walk. Although they won’t be able to carry your bags, they will be able to assist you by answering your questions and providing local knowledge as you travel. It is usually advised to travel with a guide. You could get AMS if you’re going at a high altitude, but if you don’t know how to trek, your guide will be quite useful.
During the journey, porters will just carry your belongings for you. They don’t know much English, so any questions you ask won’t be understood. You may move around without restriction if you accompany your porter, who will help you carry your stuff.
Although it may cost you a bit extra, it is worthwhile to pay for them. You will receive proper guidance, and you may walk about freely while taking in the local scenery without carrying any extra weight.