Manaslu Trekking

Trip Highlights

Trekking route	: Gorkha to Larke pass & besisahar
Total Duration	: 21 night’s/22 days in total
Trek Duration	: 18 days
Grade	: Moderate to Adventurous
Max. Elevation	: 5200meters at top of the Larke pass
Trekking style	: Camping trek
Meal	: Full board on trek
Accommodation	: Tented camp on trek
Transportation	: Tourist bus & private vehicle
Best Months	: Sept - Nov & Mar - May

Trip Introduction

All the treks to Manaslu Region begin at Gorkha, a 6 hour drive to the west from Kathmandu . This area gives you the opportunity to experience Nepali village culture and the beauties of the pine forest. View the Tibetan Plateau from Larke Pass or choose the Base Camp trek and enjoy natural hot springs. Another option of this varied area is the Rupinala Route , which will take you to "Dudh Pokhari", a holy Lake. The choice is yours:
You can trek a circuit around the mountain Manaslu. The Manasalu trail has been described as nothing short of magical, with thick fir forests which cannot be found in any other place in Nepal. The route begins in Gorkha and heads north undulating between ridge tops and river gorges, into the wooded central Himalayas.
Rounding the eastern shoulder of Manasalu (8,163m / 26,781 ft) you'll be entering the high plains of Tibet . The rugged Tibetan people inhabit this region living in flat-rooted timber houses and workshops in secluded Buddhist monasteries. Larkya La (pass) marks the divide between Manaslu's less trekked western flanks and the Marsyangdi River valley.

Trekking Itinerary

OutLine Itinerary

Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu

Day 02: Kathmandu Valley sight-seeing

Day 03: Drive To Gorkha

Day 04: Gorkha To Khanchauk

Day 05: Khanchauk To Arughat Bazzar

Day 06: Arughat Bazzar To Khursani Bari

Day 07: Khursani Bari To Machhikhola

Day 08: Machhikhola To Jagat

Day 09: Jagat To Philim

Day 10: Philim To Ghap

Day 11: Ghap To Lo Gaon

Day 12: Lo Gaon To Sama Gaon

Day 13: Explore Day In Sama Gaon

Day 14: Sama Gaon To Samdo

Day 15: Samdo To Guest House

Day 16: Guest House To Bimthang

Day 17: Bimthang To Tilje

Day 18: Tilje To Sange

Day 19: Sange To Bhulbhule

Day 20: Bhulbhule To Besisahar & Kathmandu

Day21: Leisure At Kathmandu

Day22: Departure From Kathmandu

Day to day Itinerary

Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu
Namaste and welcome to the Himalayan country of Nepal . You will be meet at the airport and be transfered to your hotel for check-in. After time to get refreshed, you will be meet in the evening for a welcome dinner in one of the finest Nepalese restaurants which includes a cultural show. Then afterwards you will be briefed about your trip and brought back to the Hotel for your overnight stay.

Day 02: Kathmandu Valley sight-seeing
Today, after breakfast you will go on a guided sightseeing tour of the highlights of Kathmandu and the surrounding Valley. You will visit Swoyambhunath Stupa, also known as the Monkey Temple , with its fine views over Kathmandu valley. The temple has many interesting features as well as the great stupa with highest point to the Kathmandu valley.
After this you can join the devotees, pilgrims and wandering saddhus (holy men) at Pashupatinath. Pashupatinath is the most important Hindu temple in Nepal as well as being one of the most important Shiva temples on the subcontinent. It is situated on the banks of the holy Bagmati River where you may have a chance to see a cremation on the River bank.
Take time to walk around Bodhnath (Boudha) stupa, the largest in Nepal and one of the largest in the world. Boudha is also the centre of Tibetan culture in Nepal and a wonderfully vibrant, interesting community.
Explore the temples and courtyards of Patan, also known as the City of Fine Arts . In the evening we'll drive back to Kathmandu where we'll have a group briefing on what to expect when our trek begins tomorrow. The remainder of the evening is free for you to explore the surrounding area or simply relax at the hotel.

Day 03: Drive To Gorkha
The drive towards Gorkha from Kathmandu will take about 4-5 hours. Take a short trip to the Royal palace in Gorkha and browse around the area. Over night at the hotel or guest house in Gorkha.

Day 04: Gorkha To Khanchauk
After breakfast, we will follow a trail for about 4 hours to reach Ahale where we will stop for lunch. After lunch one will see splendid landscapes, a variety of fruit farms including Oranges and you can also take in the breath taking view of the Manaslu Himal, Ganesh Himal on the way to KhanChauk where we will stay overnight at camp or Tea house.

Day 05: Khanchauk To Arughat Bazzar
Continuing on the trail downhill for 45 minutes, we reach to a place called Kuwa Pani. A further 2-3 hours walk will bring us to Rata Mata where we have lunch. we later head towards Arughat Bazaar for our over night stay. Here most of the inhabitants are from the Newar ethnic group.

Day 06: Arughat Bazzar To Khursani Bari
Today we walk through a mountain trail, viewing the Budhi Gandaki River below and follow the trail to Arkhet, where one can have a marvellous view of beautiful massif of Ganesh Himal. Afterwards we head towards Khorketar for lunch. We walk for a further 3 hours after lunch, enjoying the scenic beauty before reaching Khursani Bari for our overnight stay.

Day 07: Khursani Bari To Machhikhola
Today we walk towards Lapu Bensi and after a short rest we proceed further towards Machhi Khola for overnight. This area is mostly inhabited by the Garuva ethnic group whose lively hood is mainly fishing from the river.

Day 08: Machhikhola To Jagat
Today we reach a place called Khorlashi after 1 or 2 hours walk and continue trekking towards Tatopani (hot water spring) where we will have our lunch enjoying the wonderful scenic beauty around. Later we walk towards Jagat for overnight stay.

Day 09: Jagat To Philim
This morning we follow the mountain trail for about 2 – 3 hours to reach to a place called Surtibas where we will have our lunch. Later we head towards Philim for overnight stay.

Day 10: Philim To Ghap
Continuing on the trail, we reach to a place called Dyang through Bhaddi. After lunch we will see many people of Tibetan origin on the trail. In the trail to Ghap we will see monasteries and will stay here for the night.

Day 11: Ghap To Lo Gaon
Today we head towards the Lo Gaon (village) walking up and down through steep hills. We must also be careful about mountain sickness as today we will also be walking in higher altitudes. The massif of Mt. Manaslu and Mt. Ganesh are clearly visible from Lo Gaon where we stay for the night.

Day 12: Lo Gaon To Sama Gaon
Continuing on the trail, we reach to a place called Syala where we have lunch and later head towards Sama Gaon for our overnight stay.

Day 13: Explore Day In Sama Gaon
Rest in Shama Gaon. On this day we will visit nearby monasteries. From here we also have clear view of the Northern face of Mt. Manaslu.

Day 14: Sama Gaon To Samdo
Continuing on the trail, we head towards Samdo. This place lies about one days walk from the Tibetan border and is the last village we will go through before crossing the Larke Pass. We will stay overnight.

Day 15: Samdo To Guest House
Today we proceed slowly towards the high camp, which is also known as Guest House where we will rest for the night before crossing over the pass.

Day 16: Guest House To Bimthang
After a 3 hour walk we will see the Larke Pass (5200 M.). we cross the Pass and continuing walking steeply downhill for 4 hours to reach Bimthang where we stay overnight.

Day 17: Bimthang To Tilje
Today we walk downhill for about 6 – 7 hours to reach Tilje which lies in the Manang district where we will stay overnight.

Day 18: Tilje To Sange
in the morning a 2-3 hour walk will bring us to a place called Dharapani where we will stop for lunch. After lunch and a urther 4-5 hours walk downhill, we will arrive at Sange for our overnight stay.

Day 19: Sange To Bhulbhule
this morning we continue on the trail which zigzags steeply upwards and downwards until we reach Bahundanda, where we will have lunch. Later we head towards Bhulbhule for our overnight stay, crossing steep hills on the way.

Day 20: Bhulbhule To Besisahar & Kathmandu
Descend for 2-3 hours to Besisahar where our trek ends. From here we will drive back to your hotel in Kathmandu.

Day21: Leisure At Kathmandu
This is a full day at leisure to rest and relax, to explore the local area and perhaps do a bit of last minute shopping at the heart of Kathmandu valley. You also have the option of doing some sight-seeing including Bhaktapur and Patan. Afterwards, you will have an evening farewell dinner with your crew and overnight at Hotel.

Day22: Departure From Kathmandu
Today is free or last minute shopping for souvenirs or gift to your family, friends or relatives for you until your departure flight/drive or to commence any extra trips or activities you may have booked with us. If departing, you’ll be transferred to the International Airport for your departure flight to your onwards destination.

Note: The itinerary may flexible during the trek depending upon the clients requirements and fitness.

Extending your holiday
In Nepal, there are many choices and options if you’d like to extend your holiday before or after your main booking. Here are just a few suggestions of extensions available for this trip:

- Travel to the Trans Himalayan country with its mysterious and spiritual land of Tibet
- Visit land of the thunder dragon known as Bhutan
- Take a memorable wildlife safari with Elephant back ride in the Chitwan National park
- White water River rafting in the Himalayan country of Nepal
- 1 hour amazing mountain flight closest to the Mt. Everest
- Visit Darjeeling/Sikkim tour to India.
- Extend your trek in different trekking areas
- Bungee Jumping, Paragliding, Mountain biking and many more. >>>

Service Includes:

• 4 Night Delux twin sharing accommodation in Kathmandu in 4 star hotel
• All local transportation by suitable vehicle(car, van, bus) in Kathmandu
• Complementary welcome and farewell dinner in Kathmandu
• A day Kathmandu sightseeing as per itinerary with tour guide, vehicle & entry fees
• Kathmandu to Gorkha & Besishahar to Kathmandu both way by private vehicle by suitable vehicle(car, van, bus)
• Meal on full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner, tea & coffee) basis during the Manasalu trek as per itinerary
• Twin sharing accommodation on tented camp during the Manasalu trek
•  Manasalu trek leader (English speaking, First Aid and eco trained), Sherpa porters (for each two member) all payments with insurance
• Manasalu & Annapurna Conservation entry fee & Manasalu special permit and TIMS Permit
• Exclusive medical kit bag
• Safe drinking water
• Sleeping bag and downjacket
• All government and local taxes
• Intl. flight ticket re-confirmation
• Submit your tourist registration form to the require embassy/consulate

Service does not Includes:

• Visa fees, intl. airfare & departure taxes
• Excess baggage charges
• Lunch and dinner in city
• Travel and rescue insurance during the Manaslu trip
• Any extending trips
• Personal expenses e.g. phone calls, laundry, bar bills & extra porters
• Tips for driver, guides and porters
• Anything does not includes in service inclusive column

Enjoy the adventure with our Himalayan guides and take good memories away with you from Nepal.