Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport. Welcome, airport assistance, and hotel transfer by our airport representative. You will be briefly guided about the hotel, city, trek route, and gears on the very night.
O/N stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.
Relatively taken as the counterpart of Annapurna Base Camp trek, Manaslu trek shares all the riches of any other trekking sites in Nepal as it is often associated with tea- house trek that reaching the world's 8th largest peak Manaslu(8,156 m).Unlike the old days, TAAN has created a new route due to the recent massive earthquake that starts from Aarughat in Gorkha district avoiding the use of camping while accommodation is arranged in tea houses, lodges as long as you keep up to the main track, making it a new attractive destination for trekking. Same is with Manaslu, like any other trek in Nepal, is full of cultural blend of both Hindu and Buddhist, garnished by the rhododendron jungle, loud gargling rivers and heart soothing sceneries.
The two major trekking sites of the region are Tsum valley Trek traversing through the Tsum Valley and Manaslu Area of Nepal and southern parts of Tibet and, Larkya La pass also known to people around the world to have been one of the widest pass at an altitude above the snow line. The Larkya La is a route full of breathtaking sceneries, soul wrenching monasteries that have harnessed the purity of centuries long practice, devotion and respect of Buddhism displayed in the Mani walls, Chhortens and monks and nuns that can be witnessed during the trek.
The trek is a thorough guide of one of the most glorifying mountain peaks going through the Larkya La pass overlooking the Tibetan enclave Nupri, north of Manaslu, which was closed for some time citing reasons of its proximity to Tibet and was later re-opened to the world in 1991. Since the word came out late, it is still remains as one of the virgin sites yet to be explored by the outer world which most certainly makes it even more charming to be trekking in this particular site.
- Trek type...
Guided Group/Private
- Duration
19 Days
- Activity
Walking & Trekking
- Group Size
4-16
- Min. Age
16
- Activity level
Challenging
Itinerary
-
Day 1. Arrival and transfer to hotel
-
Day 2. Drive to Soti Khola (730m)
On this day, after breakfast, we drive to Soti Khola, which is approximately 10 hours of drive from Kathmandu depending upon the road conditions.
O/N stay at Soti Khola. -
Day 3. Soti khola to Machhakhola (930m)
On this day, after breakfast, we start our trek to Macchakhola. The walk is rugged and winding followed by many rivers, waterfalls, cliffs, and views that captivate eyes.
O/N stay at Machhakhola. -
Day 4. Machhakhola to Dovan (1070m)
On this day, after breakfast, we start our trek to Dovan. We reach Dovan by crossing a suspension bridge over the Budi Gandaki river. On the way to Dovan, we can find a natural hot water spring, where we can take hot showers and relax.
-
Day 5. Dovan to Philim (1590m)
On this day, after breakfast, we start our trek to Philim, where we will have our permits checked. The trekking trail comprises Buddhist prayer flags, beautiful villages, sculptures, and stumbling blocks.
O/N stay at Philim. -
Day 6. Philim to Dyang (1800m)
On this day, after breakfast, we start our trek to Dyang following the trail followed by pines, rhododendrons, Siyar Khola, suspension bridge, and bamboo forest.
O/N stay at Dyang. -
Day 7. Dyang to Ghaap (2160m)
On this day, after breakfast, we start our trek to Ghaap. The closer we reach we see the Tibetan influences more in the culture, habits, and food. The climb to Ghaap is steeper which is the climbing spot for Larkya La pass.
O/N stay at Ghaap. -
Day 8. Ghyaap to Li gaon (2910m)
On this day, after breakfast, we start our trek to Li gaon, a small Buddhist-influenced village reflecting Buddhism and its practices.
O/N stay at Li gaon. -
Day 9. Li gaon to Samagaon (3580m)
On this day, after breakfast, we start our trek to Samagaon. The path to Samagaon promises mesmerizing views of Manaslu, Phungi, Himchuli, and Peak 29 mountains.
-
Day 10. Samagaon to Manaslu Base Camp (4400m)
On this day, we hike to Manaslu Base camp, which will take us around 5 hours. After enjoying the beautiful sunrise, we eat our packed breakfast, enjoy the view of Manaslu base camp and descend to Samagaon.
O/N stay at Samagaon.
-
Day 11.Samagaon to Samdo (3690m)
On this day, we hike to Samdo which will approximately take us around 5 hours encompassing beautiful scenery and cultural phenomenon.
O/N stay at Samdo.
-
Day 12 Samdo to Dharmasala (4470m)
On this day after breakfast, we hike to Dharmasala which is also known as Larkya Phedi or Larkya base camp. It will take us around 5 hours to reach Samdo from Dharmasala.
O/N stay at Dharmasala. -
Day 13. Dharmasala, Larkya la to Bhimtang (3720m)
On this day before dawn, we hike to Larkya La pass to see the sunrise. After enjoying the beautiful sunrise we descend back to Dharmasala, enjoy our heavy breakfast, and descend to Bhimtang.
O/N stay at Bhimthang. -
Day 14. Bhimtang to Dharapani (1860)
On this day after breakfast, we descend to Dharapani, a small village in Manang district which is also one of the checkpoints in Annapurna Conservation Area.
O/N stay at Dharapani. -
Day 15. Dharapani to Jagat (1300m)
On this day after breakfast, we descend to Jagat, which will approximately take us around 5-6 hours.
O/N stay at Jagat. -
Day 16. Jagat to Besishar (860m)
On this day after breakfast, we descend to Besisahar, which is known as the gateway to Annapurna Circuit trek.
-
Day 17. Drive to Kathmandu (1350m)
On this day after breakfast, we drive back to Kathmandu which is 175 kilometers from Besisahar which will approximately take us around 8 hours depending on the road conditions.
O/N stay at Kathmandu. -
Day 18. Kathmandu
The day is free for you to rover around the Kathmandu valley, a World Heritage Site tour, do the souvenir shopping, or stay indoors in the hotel room.
We can design the free day as per your wish. -
Day 19. Final departure
Our airport representative will assist you with the departure formalities.
- Hotels in Kathmandu Full board.
- Arrival and Departure transfers.
- Domestic Flights.
- Twin sharing rooms / Tent accommodation (if necessary)
- Accommodations in tea houses B/B plan.
- National Park Entry Fee, Necessary trekking permits and documents.
- Rescue assistance.
- First aid kit, PAC bag.
- Trekking guide, Climbing guides / Asst guides & Porters.
- Food, Insurance and salary for trekking staffs.
- Travel insurance.
- International flights.
- Lunch / Dinner in Kathmandu.
- Personal expenses (All drinks, shopping).
- Tour guide including entree fee.
- Tips for the staffs expected but not compulsory.
- Extra accommodation in Kathmandu which is not mentioned in itinerary.
Trip Grade
Challenging
Max Altitude
5545 Metres
Group size
2-16 Pax
Duration
16D 15N
Dates & Prices
Besides trekking and climbing activities, dramatic views of mountain peaks, diverse geography, rich culture, alpine vegetation, flora and fauna with some endangered animals such as Red Panda, Musk deer, Thar, have added the height of this world famous travel destination more above. You are most welcome to Nepal and enjoy the beauty of the Everest region, experience the trekking adventurously with us.nnBesides trekking and climbing activities, dramatic views of mountain peaks, diverse geography, rich culture, alpine vegetation, flora and fauna with some endangered animals such as Red Panda, Musk deer, Thar, have added the height of this world famous travel destination more above. You are most welcome to Nepal and enjoy the beauty of the Everest region, experience the trekking adventurously with us.