Nepal Hidden Treks & Expedition P. Ltd Manaslu Trek Introduction Manaslu Trek is a spectacular trek with views of Mt. Manaslu (8163 m), NgadiChuli (7879m.) or (peak 29), Himlung Himal (7126m.), Cheo Himal (6820m.), Gyaji Kung (7030m.), Kang guru (6981m.) and the Annapurna II (7937m.),Ganesh Himal Range and interesting Tibetan-style Buddhist villages ,protected wildlife, rhododendrons and wild flowers, raging rivers, precarious bridges. Manaslu Trek follows the spectacular Budhi Gandaki River all the way from Arkhet to its source just below the Larkya Pass (5106m). As you start low, at around 608 m, the landscapes are incredibly varied ranging from the green countryside and lush forests to spectacular high altitude landscapes skirting huge glaciers. On this trek, you will pass many villages such as Sotikhola, Machhakhola, Jagat, Philim, Lho, Samagaon, Samdo and Tilche Villages etc. Manaslu Trek is certainly a great alternative to the Annapurna Circuit. Camping gears are not required unless you go off the beaten track. The crossing of the Larkya Pass (5106m) can be tough when there is snow. However, the stunning landscape with the mighty Himalayas towering straight above you and the spectacular glaciers make it more than worth the effort. The pass links the Budhi Gandaki with the Marsyangdi valley. The descent passes through beautiful alpine meadows at Bimthang before joining the main Annapurna Circuit route heading to the trailhead at Dharapani. From Dharapani, we drive back to Kathmandu via Besishahar. Manaslu trek is getting more and more popular as a new trekking destination. Due to the increasing number of travelers, lodges in the major places are being developed. So, now you can trek by staying on local lodges (tea houses) without camping in this area. The trek starts in Arughat or Arkhet or Sotikhola and ends in Dharapani, Chyamche or Besishahar which is also the starting point for the Annapurna Circuit Trek. The trek can be made G.P.O.Box: 12662, Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal Telephone: +977-1-4429434, Email: [email protected], Website: www.himalayatrip.com Page 1/9 Nepal Hidden Treks & Expedition P. Ltd longer or shorter depending on the length of your walking days and starting point. You can combine the Manaslu Circuit with the Tsum Valley, a beautiful, isolated valley where century-old Tibetan traditions prevail or Annapurna Circuit Trek which is one of the most popular treks in Annapurna region. *Major attractions • Manaslu, (peak 29), Himlung Himal, Kang guru, Annapurna II, Ganesh Himal and others. • The highest point of this trek, Larkya La pass (5106m) • Tibetan-style Buddhist villages, protected wildlife, and wildflowers, • Raging Budhi Gandaki Rivers, precarious bridges. • Sotikhola, Machhakhola, Jagat, Philip, Lho, Samagaon, Samdo and Tilche Villages etc. Trip Facts Trip Duration 16 Days Trip Grade: Strenuous Best Season Mar-May & Sep-Nov Per Day Hiking: 4-9 Elevation 5125m Accomodation Lodge and Hotel Transportation Car/Jeep/Bus/Van Cost Includes What is Included? 1. Pick-up and drop-off service at Trivuwan International Airport in Kathmandu by private Car/Van/Bus depending on group size. 2. 3 Nights Standard Hotel in Kathmandu on BB Plan. 3. Kathmandu-Arkhet Bazar and Besishahar -Kathmandu by Bus . 4. Dharapani - Besishahar by public Jeep. 5. All the Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) and accommodation during the trek. 6. One experienced and qualified English speaking guide and trekkers 2: 1 porter. 7. Manaslu restricted trekking permit fee. 8. Manaslu / Annapurna Conservation area (MCAP) and (ACAP) permit fee. 9. First Aids Kit. 10. Local seasonal fresh fruit like apple and Pomegranates etc. 11. Duffel Bag. 12. Fingertip Pulse Oximeter, we use every day to check your oxygen level and pulse in your body to minimize high risk. 13. Nepal Hidden Treks and Expedition T-short. 14. Farewell Dinner in Nepali Authentic Restaurant in Kathmandu. 15. 13% government VAT and Official charge. What are Excluded? International airfare and visa fee (15 days for USD$25 and 30 days for USD$40). Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu. All the drinks such as: tea, coffee, coke, beer, mineral water etc. Your Trekking Gears and Personal shopping. G.P.O.Box: 12662, Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal Telephone: +977-1-4429434, Email: [email protected], Website: www.himalayatrip.com Page 2/9 Nepal Hidden Treks & Expedition P. Ltd Hot Shower, Battery charge, Boiled water, WIFI etc. Your travel insurance which should include emergency rescue. Tips for the staffs. Short Itinerary Day 01: Arriving in Kathmandu (1350m). Day 02: Manaslu Restricted Permit preparation day Day 03: Drive to Arkhet Day 04-08: Trekking Day 09: Acclimatization day Day 10-11: Trekking Day 12: The highest point Larkya La Pass (5106m) day Day 13: Trekking Day 14: 2 Hours Trekking and drive back to Besishahar from Dharapani Day 15: Drive to Kathmandu Day 16: Departure from Kathmandu (1350m). Itinerary Details 1. Arriving in Kathmandu (1350m). Today you will fly to the Tribhuwan International airport (TIA) in Nepal. Our representative will receive and transfer you to hotel. After a 30 minute of drive, you will reach your hotel in Thamel. Orientation and trek preparation session at your hotel. Introduction and meeting with your guide for the Manaslu trek. You can stroll in the market areas of Thamel in the evening today. Overnight at your hotel in Thamel. 2. Manaslu Restricted area Permit We need your original passport to prepare your Manaslu Restricted area Permit. It is also the day for trekking gears preparation day. If you have your own gears, it’s okay. But if you do not have, you may buy or rent at Thamel in Kathmandu. Thamel is tourist hub in Kathmandu. All the restaurants, Hotels, Bars, trekking gear shops, Money exchange, souvenir shops etc. are in Thamel. G.P.O.Box: 12662, Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal Telephone: +977-1-4429434, Email: [email protected], Website: www.himalayatrip.com Page 3/9 Nepal Hidden Treks & Expedition P. Ltd 3. Drive to Arkhet Bazaar (620 m) from Kathmandu Drive: 7-8 hours After your breakfast, we will leave early to the starting point of your Manaslu circuit trek today. We will pick you from your hotel for a drive to Arkhet bazaar. You will be taking a public vehicle to Arkhet. Passing by some beautiful settlements beside some natural delights of landscapes and views you will reach DhadingBesi. With some magnificent view and off-road experience in between, you will reach Arkhet bazaar in the late afternoon. Rest and take a brief walk around Arkhet which is an important commercial point for the locals here too. Overnight at Arkhet. *Note-If you want, it is also possible to hire a Private Jeep. 4. Arkhet Bazaar to Macha Khola(869 m) trek Trek duration: 6-7 hours The walking portion of the Manaslu circuit trek starts from today as you make your way to the village of Macha Khola. Most of today's trek is gentle ascend taking you through the hill terrace rice farmlands. You can take brief stops in the lovely villages of SotiKhola and LapuBesi passing through the trail. The magical view of Mt.Siringi Himal makes the walk wonderful and memorable. Overnight at Machha Khola. 5. Jagat (1340 m) from MacchaKhola Trek duration: 7 hours The trek of today is mostly beside the beautiful Budi Gandakiriver leading your way to Jagat. After your breakfast and fair view of the sunrise over the hills, you will start your trek. The trail first reaches the lively settlement of Khorlabensi. You can explore the local farming techniques in your brief stop here. The path then gradually starts to gain altitude and with it the beautiful sceneries as well. We will now walk in a forest trail with occasional patches of Plain fields before reaching Tatopani. Resting for a brief time in the hot springs of Tatopani, we will continue our walk to the Jagat Village via Dovan, Thulodhunga and Yaru Khola. Overnight at a hotel in Jagat. 6. Deng (1860 m) from Jagat Trek Duration: 6-7 hours Jagat is a lively village and is also an important commercial settlement for the villages in these areas. We will officially enter the Manaslu restricted areas as we continue our trek from here. After the checking of our permits here, we will walk our first segment to Sirdibas, Philim village. We will then take an uphill trail leading to Ekle Bhatti. Trekking a bit further from here, we can see the path of the Tsum valley trek separating from this one. Selecting the left trail, you will reach Deng today and rest for the day. G.P.O.Box: 12662, Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal Telephone: +977-1-4429434, Email: [email protected], Website: www.himalayatrip.com Page 4/9 Nepal Hidden Treks & Expedition P. Ltd *Note- You can also customize your itinerary to include the famous Tsum valley in it. 7. Deng to Namrung (2630 m) Trek Duration: 6-7 hours The views just keep on getting better as you will wake up with a beautiful sunrise here in Deng. After breakfast starts your walk down the river and climbs up to the village of Ranagaon. We will continue our walk with brief sightseeing stops and reach Bihi Phedi. From here you can see two different trails leading to Ghap and Prok villages. The Manaslu village trail continues from the Ghap village and then to Namrung. The views of Ganesh, Jugal and Siringi mountains are breathtaking from this trail segment. Overnight at a lodge in Namrung. *Note: You can customize the trek to include the Prok village and the lake Kal with Kal Chhokang Gompa. 8. Samagaon (3620 m) from Namrung Trek duration: 5-6 hours We will have our permits checked at Namrung check-post before starting the trek of today.
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