Duration
15 Days
DIFFICULTY
Hard
GROUP SIZE
1-12
MAX. ALTUITUDE
5200m
Best Season
October - December and March -May
Accomodation
Hotel
Meals
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Walking per day
7 Hours
Overview
Manaslu trekking leads along the Budhi Gandaki River, the popular holy river which originates from the snowcapped Mountains. ‘Budhi’ means an old woman. Therefore, this river can be said as Old Gandaki River. Manaslu (8163m) trekking was opened for tourists only in 1992. It is still not the regular trekking trail as it was used only for the expedition. Not being connected to the big cities, Manaslu area still offers the natural vegetation with beautiful flora and fauna.
Manaslu trekking starts from Gorkha, the home town of former Royal family of Nepal. Before starting trekking we do sightseeing in the old Royal Palace in Gorkha,built in the fortress style with goddess Kali temple. It is a wilderness trekking that passes through the typical Nepali villages and rural market centre like Arughat Bajar which is the old busyness centre of Gorkha district. The trail leads to the height of Larkya pass (5213m). Manaslu trekking ends at Beshisahar which is the starting point of the Annapurna Circuit.
The spectacular mountain views and bio-cultural diversity are the delightful adventures of Manaslu trek. At the low land there is the inhabitation of Gurung ethnic groups, mainly associated with agricultural work. Upon the arrival to the Himalayan range, tourists get to meet with the local ethic people, strongly influenced by the Tibetan culture and tradition.
Itinerary
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Day 1 :
Arrival at the Kathmandu international airport
Arrival at the Kathmandu international airport and picked up by our office representative and brought to the hotel by private coach.
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Day 2 :
Briefing on Manaslu trekking and trekking preparation
Briefing on Manaslu trekking and trekking preparation.You can rest or go sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley. There are so many beautiful places in Kathmandu for sightseeing. Kathmandu is full of temples, stupas, and old royal palaces.
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Day 3 :
About a 9-hour drive to Machha Khola (830m)
The first five-hour road is nice, and the fourth is gravel road along Budhi Gandaki. You will explore many typical Nepali villages, forests, terraces, water falls, rivers, and typical local villages and farmers working on their fields.
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Day 4 :
About a 7-hour trek to Jagat (1360m)
After breakfast, start your trekking and arrive in Khorlabesi soon, where you will get a natural hot spring. Tourists explore hot water springs. Then you will walk uphill through a suspension bridge to cross the Budhigandaki River. The trail passes through dense forests, arrives at the beautiful village of Jagat, and stays overnight.
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Day 5 :
About a 7-hour trek to Deng (1920m).
After breakfast, we start our trek. On the way, we will meet Salleri Village. After Salleri village, the trail descends to Sirdibas. Then, from Sirdibas, we cross the suspension bridge again and arrive in Philim village. After crossing the hill, we arrive at Akle Bhatti. Akle Bhatti is alone tea house on the way. Most of the time, they sell home-made alcohol and some snacks. After Aklebhatti, the trail passes through the gorge. The trail starts steep, climbing through bamboo forests till Deng.
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Day 6 :
About 4 hours of trekking to Ghap 2620 meters
About 4 hours of trekking to Ghap 2620 meters. Today we will walk slowly, making sightseeing stops along the way, and the road passes through small ups and downs. On the way, we will see beautiful Buddhist paintings and the Mani wall.
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Day 7 :
About a 7-hour trek to Sama Gaun (3360m)
Though the whole trek is very beautiful and important, Samagaun is the most important part of this trek. Samagaun is the home of Tibetan people who arrived here 500 years ago. At the same time, they brought Tibetan culture and traditions together. From here, you can see brilliant views of Manaslu Himal too. Today, the trail ascends steeply through rhododendron flowers and bamboo forests until Namrung. During March and April, the whole mountain looks pink due to the blooming of rhododendron flowers.
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Day 8 :
Rest in Samagaun
Rest in Samagaun
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Day 9 :
About a 3-hour trek to Samdo (3900m)
Today you will pack breakfast, walk to Punh Gyen Monastry, and come back to Samagaun for lunch. It will take about 3 hours. After lunch, we follow our itinerary to go to Samdo. It will take about a 3-hour trek to Samdo from Samagaun. On the way, we will pass through Juniper and Birch forests until Kermo kherka. From Kermokharka, the trail descends, and we have to use a wooden bridge to cross the river and arrive at Samdo Village, where you will stay overnight.
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Day 10 :
About a 5-hour trek to Dharamsala (4290 m)
Today, we walk slowly. It is not a very long walk. But we have to go more up than downhill to reach a height of 4390 meters. Today you will walk on Moriens and view the beautiful peaks like Larke Peak and Naike Peak. On the way, you will explore a beautiful stone hut and mani wall.
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Day 11 :
About an 8-hour trek to Bimtang (3630m) via Larkya-La-Pass (5250m)
Today you will start your trek early in the morning to reach the top of the Larkya-La pass at 5135 meters. It is really strenuous and long climbing. As you are continuing the ups, you will start to see stunning views of Mt.Manaslu, Himalchuli, Bouddha Himal, Peak 29, and Larkya Peak. From the top of the Larkya-La pass, the trail descends all the way down to Bimtang. Where do we plan to stay overnight?
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Day 12 :
About a 9-hour trek to Dharapani
Today is a long walk, but it is pleasant. The trail descends gradually downhill and walks through forests of rhododendron, pine, and oak trees. As you arrive in Dharapani, you will experience trekking in the Annapurna region trekking.Dharapani is the bigger village on the trekking trail, and it is more beautiful as well as combining the Annapurna trek. If you want a further trek, you can trek onwards the Annapurna Circuit Trek. Today is the last day of your trekking in the mountain village, which you can enjoy with a party.
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Day 13 :
About 3 hours drive back to Beshishar and 6 hrs drive back to Kathmandu
About 3 hours drive back to Beshishar and 6 hrs drive back to Kathmandu
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Day 14 :
Rest and farewell dinner with Nepali music and dance..
Rest and farewell dinner with Nepali music and dance
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Day 15 :
Drop off at the airport and fly back to home
Drop off at the airport and fly back to home
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From: $830
Cost Includes
- Pick up and drop transport as mentioned in the itinerary
- Trekking guide
- National parks’ fees and government royalties
- Insurance of our trekking staff members
- Sightseeing in Kathmandu valley or other parts of Nepal as mentioned in the itinerary
Cost Excludes
- International air ticket, airport tax and Nepal visa fees
- All kinds of drink during trekking and travel stay with us
- Travel insurance and cost of medical services of tourists
- All kinds of cloth and personal trekking equipment
- Other personal expenses and tips
- Charted helicopter, plane and other transports in case of emergency
- Accommodation and three meals during the trekking
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Gear List
- Backpack (50 liters) with outside pockets to keep smaller items
- Trekking boots, well broken in and waterproofed. Gaiters to keep snow out of boots
- Woolen sweaters and down jacket, gloves, wind proof outer garments, pants jacket, skirts, T-shirts, shirts, baggy pants and underwear
- Several pairs of woolen and few pairs of nylon socks. A pair of sandals
- Sleeping bag adequate for temperatures encountered
- Hat with wide brim and sun lotion cream
- One liter water bottle and some food for contingencies
- Repair and medical kit
- Head lamp with spare lithium batteries and bulbs
- Handkerchief and toiletries
- Verified phone number of your Embassy, consulate ,trekking agency and private phone number of your director
- Pen, pencils and letterhead to write an emergency message
- Pocket knife with opener and scissors
- Sunglasses with spare eyeglasses or contact lenses if you wear them
- Umbrella and rain coat
- Camera
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Important Information Before Your Trip to Nepal
Payment: Down payment: 15% of total payment is required to confirm the reservation.
Payment of the Balance: Rest amount can be paid in our office after your arrival.
Arrival Point: You will be met at the Kathmandu international airport. Our office representative will be waiting for you holding play card of the Nepal Mountain Lovers Treks and Expedition. In case of your change plan, please let us inform.
Booking Air Ticket: If you don’t have regular travel agent, please visit makemytrip.com, www.kayak.com, www.vayama.com. They offer you very good price.
Room System: Normally we have two people in a room. Twin bed or single bed depends on the choice of guests and budget. If tourists want single room, s/he should pay single supplementary.
Trekking Leading Person: Our trekking guide will lead the whole trip with his/her helpers and porters.
Currencies: USD, AUD, EURO are major acceptable currencies in Nepal and visa and credit cards also accepted. There is ATM facility in city area.
Altitude Sickness: Altitude sickness will start from 3000 meter height. Trekkers should immediately inform trekking guide if faced any problems.
Drinking Water: We can get mineral water and boiled water in city area and in some trekking places. We use water purification tablet or liquid in some remote trekking sites.
Laundry Facility: Laundry facility are available in city area but not during the trekking.
Visa: You can get arrival visa at Kathmandu airport that cost 25 USD for 15 days and 40 USD for 30 days. Please bring 2 passport size photos. You can get your visa from the closest Nepali embassy.
Orientation Program: Before starting trekking, trekkers are provided with an orientation by our office representative or trekking guide about the necessary trekking information.
Group Size: There will be maximum 12 persons in one group.
Accommodation: You will stay in a nice tourist standard hotel/resort in city areas. Normal hotels or tents are available during the trekking.
Foods: We provide breakfast, lunch, dinner. Tourists can get continental food both in city and trekking places. Food during the trekking might not meet the standard of your country.
View of Mount Everest: Trekkers to Everest region will of course see the Mount Everest. For trekkers visiting other regions where they cannot view Mount Everest, there are daily mountain flights which approach close to Mount Everest.
Travel Insurance: It is compulsory to have travel insurance.
Personal Expenses: It depends on your spending interest and shopping. There are some expensive handmade carpets, Thanka paintings, jewelries and handicrafts to purchase in Nepal.
Luggage: We take only about 10kg per person in trekking. Your excess baggage will be stored in a hotel.
Tips: Tips are highly accepted and appreciated.
Rules and Regulation
Nepal Mountain Lovers Treks and Expedition accepts your reservation under the following rules and regulations.
1. If the balance payment is not paid before your departure for trekking, the booking will be cancelled without any refund.
2. If there is war or the situation of the country is out of control and the country faces emergency situation before your arrival to Nepal, we inform you not to come Nepal and refund your payment. But in case of any emergency situation or war after your arrival or during the trekking, we will not refund your money. But we will try our best to make your trip successful and pleasant. In such situation, we may need to change the trip plan and itinerary.
3. In case of increase in government royalty and other costs such as the national park fee, you have to pay extra money.
4. If you commit any illegal act or disturbance for the safety and welfare of the group, our leader or guide can ask to leave the group without any right to refund.
5. If you have any complain with regards to trekking and tour please inform our tour leader or company. All kinds of valid complain are welcomed and processed with necessary actions.
6.You are responsible to ensure that all travel documents are with you during the entire trip.
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