Duration
17 Days
Trip Grade
Moderate to Strenuous
Max Height
5106M
Start/End
Kathmandu
Transportation
Flights or private Bus
Per day walking
5 to 7 hours
Best Season
Oct-Dec / Mar-May
Trekking Type
: Tea House & Camping
Trip Overview
Manaslu(8,156 m.) trek is one of the popular strenuous treks situated west- the northern part of Nepal and is the 8th highest peak globally. It was opened in 1992 for tourists to offer a panorama region of Nepal. This Trekking provides fantastic mountain scenery, a diverse range of ecosystems, variations of altitude, and varied cultures of different ethnic groups. This Trekking will start from Arughat and ascend through a River valley, fed by numerous rivers and waterfalls at low altitudes, passing through green landscapes, and several small villages. Northwards, the valley opens up to reveal delightful alpine meadows and small Tibetan-style villages which cluster beneath Manaslu’s(8163m) North Face. The trail passes through the villages of Khani Gaon, Setibas, Nyak, Namru, and Samagaon(visit Green Lake) to cross the Larkya La Pass (5106 m.) and then joins the river valley of the Khola. The interesting part of this trek is encircling the whole Manaslu and Ganesh Himal massif through the Larkya La Pass can encounter the variety of cultures and traditions of different peoples residing in that region. After the Larkya La Pass descent through beautiful alpine meadows at Bimtang, before joining the Annapurna Circuit route and heading to Dharapani, Jagat, change, and the Besi Sahar, the ending point of the trek.
Himalayan sights: Mt. Manaslu (8163m), Himlung Himal (7126m), Cheo Himal, Gyaij Kang, Kang Guru (7010m), Ganesh Himal, Lamjung Himal, Annapurna II etc
Trip Highlights:
- World’s seventh tallest mountain experience & Manaslu Glacier
- Experience the blend of Nepalese and Tibetan cultures in the local villages
- Hike up to Larkya La Pass(5135m), the highest point of the Manaslu trek
- Discover the diversified unspoiled ecosystems throughout the trekking trail
- Natural beauty of the forests, rivers, and flora and fauna
- Stunning Mountain View of the Manaslu, Himlung, and Annapurna-II, etc
What's Included In The Cost
- Transfer International Airport and domestic airport/hotel/airport.
- 3 times meals during the Trekking (breakfast, lunch & dinner).
- All Government tax and National Parks/ Conservation area fees/TIMS card
- All domestic flights and departure tax if mentioned on the itinerary.
- All grounded transportation during the trek.
- Meal/accommodation/salary/insurance/equipment of Nepali crew
- Government License holder experience guide and porter (as you need) during the trek.
- All accommodation best available lodges/teahouses during the trek
- First Aid Kit during the trekking
- Necessary Porters to carry all personal gear and group equipment.
- Adequate insurance for all staff including porters.
- Accommodation in Kathmandu twin sharing Room with breakfast(BB)
What's Not Included In The Cost
- Meals (lunch and dinner) in Kathmandu
- International flight fare and airport departure tax
- Personal trekking gear and equipment
- Nepal entry visa fee, you can get a Nepal visa upon arrival at the Airport.
- Alcoholic, hot and cold drinks, hot water, hot and cold showers.
- Personal expenses include such as laundry, telephone calls, hot water, shower, snacks, beverages and bar bills, and camera battery charging.
- Travel insurance (insurance to include evacuation is mandatory. Please make sure you are covered to the correct altitude)
- Excess baggage on Domestic flights
- Tips to guide and porter.
- Any other expenses which are not mentioned in the Includes section.
Trip Itinerary
Drive from Kathmandu to Soti Khola (730m.)- 7/8 hours via Arughat Bazaar (570m), Overnight at a Guesthouse.
Trek Larkya La Phedi (4460m) to Bimthang (3590 m.) via Larkya La Pass (5106m.)- 8/9 hours, Overnight at a Guesthouse.
If this itinerary doesn’t suit your requirement and you want to customize it, please feel free to contact us. This trek could be customized as per your required time frame and budget limits.
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