This is one of the least frequented treks in Nepal, as this area was just opened for trekkers in the mid 1990’s. The Manaslu region lies close to the border of Tibet and, just as in the past, the locals still trade with Tibet, as it is just a day’s walk to the border. The trek to Manaslu follows the age-old trade route all the way to Larkya Bazaar and Phedi, which is at the bottom of the pass. This trek leads through interesting traditional villages and farmland, taking you through various landscapes and ecosystems, from the low sub-tropics to the arctic. This trek gives you a taste all the diversity that Nepal has to offer.

The adventure begins in the ancient Gorkha Kingdom in mid-western Nepal. It follows the Burigandaki River upstream from the sub-tropical forest to the dry Tibetan zone, offering outstanding views of Mt. Manaslu (8,156 m.), the eighth highest peak in the world, along with a panorama of the surrounding magnificent peaks that straddle the border with Tibet.
The trek passes the highest point of the journey at Larkya-La. From the top of the pass, it is almost all downhill, through the serene alpine forests and meadows until you come to the main trail of the Annapurna Circuit. After being on the main track for a few days, the journey continues towards Pokhara via another secret route seldom used by trekkers, which offers stunning views of the Manaslu and Annapurna ranges, including the magnificent, majestic Mt. Machhapuchere (Fish Tail), situated amongst traditional mid-hills villages.

ITINERARIES

Day 01- Arrival in Kathmandu airport

There you will be met by our Airport Representative and transferred to hotel by private tourist vehicle. Today we stay Overnight at hotel.Evening Trekking briefing.

Day 02- Drive to Arughat (640meters) 7 hours.

Your Trekking staff will come to your Hotel early in the morning at 7.00 am to pick you up; from there we have a 7 hour driving journey to Arughat. From Kathmandu to Gorkha- Arugat(Kathmandu to Gorkha 4 hrs in comfortable road after there off road 3 hrs to Arughat). There we stay Overnight at guest house.

Day 03- From Arughat Trek to Soti Khola (775meters) 7 hours.

Follow the Budhi Gandaki River toward its point of origin. We pass the village of Morder and Simre to reach Arkhat River. After Arkhat we ascend slowly toward Kyoropani. Camp today nears the confluence of Seti River - an ideal place to take a fresh water bath. There we stay Overnight at guest house.

Day 04- Soti Khola Trek to Machha Khola (900meters) 6 hours.

The trail descends slowly until you climb again to mountain ridge to Almara. Pass the forest trail to arrive at Riden Gaon. The valley here cuts into another side of the river to enter Budhi Gandaki. At Lambesi, the trail follows down to the sandy river bed of Budhi Gandaki. There we stay Overnight at guest house.

Day 05- Machha Khola Trek to Jagat (1340meters) 6:30 hours.

After crossing Machha River and Khrola besi, there is a hot spring called "Tatopani". The trail follows forested area after this toward Dovan. Below Dovan, there is a huge rapid at Budhi Gandaki. As the elevation increases, the rapids and the scenery undergoes a complete transformation. At Jagat, there is a police check-post where your trekking permit will be checked. There we stay Overnight at guest house.

 

Day 06- From Jagat Trek to Ngyak (2310meters) 7 hours.

After ascending to a terraced hill of Saguleri and view of Sringi Himal (7177 meters) we continue toward Sirish Gaon, Gandaki valley narrows from herewith soaring precipitous walls. There we stay Overnight at local guest house.

 

Day 07- Trek to Ghap (2100meters) 6 hours.

Follow the trail upstream of Deng River - a tiny village of 4 houses. We walk through a newly built rock tunnel from here, thus avoiding the traditional steep climb. At Ghap, the Tibetan culture begins with Mani stones and chortens all around. There we stay Overnight at local guest house.

 

Day 08- Trek to Lho (3200meters) 6 hours.

After crossing the wooden bridge over Budhi Gandaki we follow the path lined with houses that are interspersed with cultivated fields. At Namru, there is a police check post again. After Namru, across the Hinan river originating from Linda Glacier and continue on to Sho. Naike peak, Manaslu north (7774 meters) and Manaslu (8150 meters) are visible from here. Tonight we camp near a spring at Lho gaon - a small village. There we stay Overnight at local tea house.

 

Day 09- Trek to Samagompa (3500meters) 7 hours.

You will pass the stone gate and long Mani stone wall of the village after Lho with full view of Peak 29 ahead. You can make a side excursion to Pungen Glacier from here to get a very close up view of Manaslu. Follow the lateral moraine of Pungen Glacier toward Sama. From the village of Sama, it takes another 20 minutes to reach Sama Gompa for night halt. There we stay Overnight at local tea house.

 

Day 10- Trek to Stone Hut (4500meters) 5 hours.

Today we climb a terraced hill on the opposite bank of Budhi Gandaki River from here toward a most remote permanent settlement - Samdo. Here amid the most sever conditions of nature live some 200 villagers in forty houses check-by-jowl. There we stay Overnight at local guest house.

 

Day 11- Today is Acclimatization and exploration day.

We will spend a day here in order to acclimatize and adjust to the thinning of the air and also for local excursion. There we stay Overnight at same local guest house.

Day 12- Cross Larkya La (5215meters) and trek Bhimphedi (3590meters) 8 hours.

We first climb towards Cho Chanda and then slowly head steeply uphill towards the snowed-up pass. From the top the panorama is magnificent:  Himlung Himal (7126meter), Cheo Himal (6820meters), Gyagi Kung, Kang Kuru (6981meters) and the Annapurna II (7937meters). The descent is steep, through moraines, towards Bhimphedi. There we stay Overnight at local tea house.

 

Day 13- Trek to Tilje (3900meters) 5 hours.

The route gets easier. We start with a gentle climb through paddy fields towards the small Karcha La pass and descend through fig tree and rhododendron forests to Tilje. There we stay Overnight atguest house.

 

Day 14- Trek to Tal (1725meters) 5 hours.

Follow the trail downstream of Marshyangdi River, passing through the scattered villages to reach Tal village for overnight stay. There we stay Overnight at guest house.

 

Day 15- Trek to chamje (1350meters) 5 hours.

Today the trail runs gently downstream of the river passing the village of Chamje and drive to Jagat, Shreechaur, Bilbule, Beshisahar. There we stay  Overnight at guest hose.

 

Day 16- Drive back to Kathmandu by bus. 6 hours.

Today we back to Kathmandu and Overnight at hotel

Day 17- Sightseeing around Kathmandu valley.

Your sightseeing trip will start at 9 AM in the morning after breakfast. We will provide a private vehicle and professional tour guide. We visit Pasupatinath temple, Buddhanath, Monkey temple, and Kathmandu durbar square. The afternoon includes a final briefing and preparations for the trek. Today we stay Overnight at hotel.

 

Day 18- Today is Leisure day in Kathmandu.

If you are interested in continuing onto Chitwan Jungle Safari, White Water Rafting, Lumbini tour, Kathmandu Shopping Tour or Scenic Everest Flight.

Day 19- Transfer to the Airport for tour onward destination
Our support team will take you to the airport for your flight home.
 

The cost includes the following services:

Airport transfers Land Transfer Kathmandu- Gorkha arughat  and Besisahar-Kathmandu by chartered bus 3-meals per day prepared by tea house/restaurant/hues hose. Supporting field staff including licence holder  trekking guide, porters and  their necessary insurance, meals and allowances. B/B accommodation at Kathmandu. Manaslu area trekking permit/ACAP permit and TIMES card.

Cost does not include:

Meals in Kathmandu  Personal equipment sleeping bag, Down jacket, waterproof jacket, kit bag etc.   Travel / medical insurance and emergency evacuation cost Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, alcoholic beverages, bottled drinks (including cold drinks and mineral water), tips, gifts, souvenirs, etc. Note: If above itinerary couldn’t meet your need, we can design a tailor made itinerary to suit your needs. Please let us know whether you would like to make it shorter or longer.

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