Manaslu Trekking

Fact of the Trips:

 

Day01: Arrival in Kathmandu [1300 m/4264 ft]Upon your arrival in the Kathmandu airport

Approximately 5 - 6 hours each day you will be greeted by a representative from Nepal Travelling Tours & Trekking. After completing your custom formalities (Visa, etc) pick up your luggage and look for our representative with a Nepal Travelling Tours & Trekking display board at the arrival gate. You will be then
transferred to Hotel in Kathmandu.

Day02 Kathmandu: Sightseeing and Trek Preparation

Today after breakfast, we start a guided tour to several of the most historical and spiritual attractions in Kathmandu. Some of these landmarks are considered World Heritage Sites including the historic Durbar Square, the sacred Hindu temple of Pashupati Nath, the famous 'Monkey Temple' (Swayambhunath) and Buddhists shrine (Buddha Nath) which is one of the largest Stupas in the world. In the afternoon, there will be a pre-trip discussion where we can meet our trek leader and other team members.Nepal Travelling Tours & Trekking briefs us regarding our trek as well as provides us opportunity to ask any questions we may have regarding our upcoming adventure.

Days 3:DRIVE TO ARUGHAT BAZAAR

We drive along the Kathmandu-Pokhara Highway for the first part of the day; we turn towards the hill bazaar of Gorkha. The road gets a bit rough after Gorkha. We will reach Arughat Bazaar after traveling for seven hours from Kathmandu.

Days 4: TREK TO SOTI KHOLA

On our first day on the trail we head north, following the Buri Gandaki. In the low country, rice paddies and picturesque hamlets surround us. After climbing briefly to Kyoropani, we descend once again to the river and at the confluence with the tributary of Sundi Khola. It is a nice first day not too long, and perhaps we have time for a refreshing swim sometime during the day for it is hot in the low country.

Days 5:MACHHA KHOLA

The country changes, the broad valley narrows and at times the trail is cut into the steep valley side which is densely forested. We pass a number of small villages tucked into the hillside, until we reach a widening of the valley, opposite the point where a large tributary stream enters the Buri Gandaki. The terraced farmland here belongs to the village of Lapbesi. We descend once again to the wide, sandy riverbed and follow a path, which runs below the steep, craggy valley side. At length, we have to climb up once again on a trail to Machha Khola, which has a number of teashops.

Days 6: JAGAT

We cross the Machha Khola - Fish Stream - and head upstream to the tiny village of Khola Bensi and the hot springs at Tatopani. The valley becomes steeper until they are impassable and the route then switches to the left bank by way of a suspension bridge. The trail is quite exposed and challenging in places. After a short section of forest path we reach the single teahouse at Doban. Above Doban, the Buri Gandaki descends an impressive series of rapids. Beyond this steep section, the river is much more placid, meandering across a broad gravel bed. At Lauri, we will cross the river on a suspension bridge, and then climb on a high path to the fields of Jagat.

Days 7: DENG

After descending a long series of stone steps to the river, we climb a terraced hill to Saguleri, from where we can see the impressive Singri Himal, 7187m. The path splits, with the right-hand branch heading towards the Ganesh Himal while crossing the river at Gata Khola. Our route continues upstream, through a gorge section with towering walls. We cross the river three more times in the next two hours to avoid difficult valley sides and then climb up over a further steep spur to reach the village of Deng. Today we trek for a longer time i.e.7 hours.

Days 8:GHAP

The valley is still steep-sided and most impressive. We cross the village of Lama, and start to see mani stones (prayers etched onto wayside rocks), a sure sign that we are entering a high country Buddhist region. After only about four hours we reach the village of Ghap, which straddles the river. We have entered the Tibetan area. There's a perceptible change in the climate and culture. It gets pleasantly cool, as we start to gain the altitude.

 

Days 9: LHO VILLAGE

As we gain altitude, we move into alpine territory and terrific mountain views. There are more mani stone walls and 3 more crossings of the Buri Gandaki on our route to Namrung, where our special permit is checked. Above this village the valley opens out and there are extensive pastures. Climbing gently now, and crossing a large stream flowing down from the Lidanda Glaciers, we reach the Tibetan village of Sho, 3000m. We get our first incredible views of the Manaslu North and then of Manaslu main ahead from Sho. As we continue we come to Lho, a large village at 3150 metres where there is a lovely little monastery and numerous chortens and Manis. Looking back Ganesh I is visible.

Days10: SAMA GAON

Leaving the village, we follow the right bank of the river, with views of Peak 29 ahead. As we continue on the main trail, we soon reach the fields of Sama Gaon, 3500m. We reach Sama Gompa, 20 minutes beyond the village, and Samdo, near the Tibetan border.

Days11: REST DAY

Surrounded by mountains in a peaceful forest, we take a rest day to acclimatize and relax. It is a good time to read that unfinished book or wash clothes.

Days12:LARKYA LODGE (DHARAMSALA)

The thundering Buri Gandaki trickles to a stream as we continue to follow its course ever upwards. We are surrounded by spectacular mountains from all sides. Manaslu is particularly impressive. After crossing to the east bank of the river, we reach the last permanent settlement in the valley, which is called Sumdu. Above the village we cross the stream, which runs down from the Gya La (Pass), the pass to Tibet. We come to the ruins of an abandoned village, known as Larkya Bazaar. Presumably this village thrived as a trading point, with Tibet lying over the Gya La. The commerce seems to have dried up leading to the migration of the settlers. Nearing the Larkya Glacier, we reach a lodge at 4450m, which has been built to serve the travelers crossing the Larkya La.

Days13: TANBUCHE

After a short climb above the lodge, we reach the ablation valley on the north side of the Larkya Glaciers. There are views of Cho Danda and then of Larkya Peak. Finally, we walk across the moraines of the glacier, making a gradual ascent, which becomes steeper only in the last section to the pass. From the pass, there are outstanding views of Himlung Himal, Cheo Himal, Kangguru and the huge Annapurna II. Initially, there is a steep descent over snow and then screed, to reach the ablation valley trail to Larcia Kharka. A further on, a moraine ridge path leads to Tanbuche 3900m.

Days14: EXPLORING FROM TANBUCHE

The valley system here is huge and well worth exploring. But if you wish you can rest the whole day.

 

Days15: KARCHE

Below us is Bimthang, a broad and level ablation valley with a number of mani stone walls and deserted houses. Crossing this high pasture, we descend the valley of the Burdin Khola to the area of the Base Camp to reach the west side of Manaslu. From a ridge at 4150 metres, we have excellent views of Manaslu to the south-east and Annapurna II to the south-west. Beyond a bridge, over the headwaters of the Dudh Khola, we descend into the rhododendron forests and follow a trail through a narrow valley, until we reach the highest cultivated land in this valley at Karche (2785 metres).

Days16: DHARAPANI

We climb through terraced fields to the Karche La pass. A green and densely forested valley lies ahead, sloping down to the distant Marshyangdi river. At Thonje village is our final restricted area check post. Here we cross the Marshyangdi river and join the main Annapurna Circuit with the hoardes of trekkers and soon reach Dharapani.

Days17: JAGAT

An initially tight gorge briefly opens to Tal. The area here was formed when the valley was blocked by a landslide and a dam formed behind the lake. The lake has long dried up and now the village of Tal sits on the flat land. Over the next day and a half, we pass through the main Himalayan range, between Manaslu and the Annapurna range.

Days18:BAHUNDANDA

Making our way down from Jagat we reach Syange, where we cross a suspension bridge to the east side of the Marshyangdi Khola and onto easier terrain. We have a short but stiff climb upto Bahundanda, followed by a descent to Ngadi and Bhulebhule

Days19: BHULEBHULE

Today we descend to Ngadi and Bhulebhule. Rice and paddy fields carpets the landscape again.

Days20: TREK TO BESI SAHAR

With barely a hill on the way, this is an easy day's walk. We might take the little-known east bank route from Bhulebhule to Besi Sahar.

Days21: DRIVE TO KATHMANDU

It is approximately seven hours drive to Kathmandu.the rest of the afternoon is free and shopping in the evening celebrate dinner together with Nepal Travelling Tours &Trekking Staffs. Over night Hotel

Days 22:Representative will transfer to International airport flight to your Home.

if you prefer to stay longer you can go for short tours such as games, drive at National parks, Rafting, Tibet tours,Bhutan Tour mountain biking etc.

Trip Cost Include:

1. Airport pickup and drop by private car van bus.
2. Standards Hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara on B/B.
3. Three  meals a (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during the trek.
4. Hot & Cold drinks. (Tea, coffee, hot milk, hot chocolate
5. All accommodations during the trek.(basic standard)
6. All necessary paper works Manaslu and Annapurna National park entry permit &
   Trekking information management system (Tims) permit.
7. A helpful, knowledgeable, friendly,well English speaking  trained,
   government license holder guide With all his salary, food,
   drinks,accommodation, transport and insurance.
8. A Strong, helpful porter with proper equipment (one porter for two people).
   Medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).
9. Sleeping bag, down jackets and walking stick (if is it required)
   All government taxes and office expenses.
10. Farewell dinner with culture show
11. Kathmandu sightseeing tour with guide and private
    

Trip Cost Does not Include:

1. Any bar bills (alcoholic drinks, mineral water, and cold drinks), cigarettes, client's personal insurance, any kind of unforeseen expenses etc
2. Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
3. Tips for guide porters (Tips is expected)
4. Arrangement of Emergency Helicopter service which will be paid by your Travel insurance company.