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Manaslu (Restricted Area) for 16 Days

Manaslu (Restricted Area) for 16 Days

The Manaslu Trek is a challenging and exciting adventure in Nepal’s restricted Manaslu region. You may reach the foot of Mount Manaslu, the eighth-highest mountain in the world, on this 16-day walk. Beautiful scenery, intimate cultural exchanges with local populations, and breathtaking vistas of the Himalayas all abound during...

Group Size: Minimum 2 pax
Duration: 16 Days
Max Altitute: 5160m
Accommodation Hotel/Lodge/Tea Houses
Activity Trekking to Nepal
Per Day Hike mx 5/6 hrs
Meals: During the trek B/L/D/A/ In Kathmandu Room with Breakfast
Trip Grading: Moderate
Trip Start: Kathmandu Airport
Trip End: Kathmandu Airport
Best Season September - November/ February- May
Transportation Private vehicle/Tourist bus/Jeep
Region Restricted Area

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Trip Overview

The Manaslu Trek is a challenging and exciting adventure in Nepal’s restricted Manaslu region. You may reach the foot of Mount Manaslu, the eighth-highest mountain in the world, on this 16-day walk. Beautiful scenery, intimate cultural exchanges with local populations, and breathtaking vistas of the Himalayas all abound during the voyage. The journey kicks off in the town of Arughat, leading trekkers through lush forests, demanding terrain, and high mountain passes. The Manaslu region is under restrictions, mandating trekkers to obtain a special permit for access. This regulation significantly contributes to the preservation of the local culture and environment.

The Manaslu Trek is a tough trek that needs prior trekking knowledge and a strong any level of fitness. The trek will, however, be well worth the effort because you will witness some of the most magnificent Himalayan landscapes and experience a bit of the unique native way of life. You will walk through lush woods, cross suspension bridges over rushing rivers, and pass through traditional Nepalese communities during the trek. Additionally, you will have the chance to converse with locals and discover more about their customs and culture.

For anyone seeking a challenging and fulfilling trekking experience in Nepal’s isolated and culturally intact area, the Manaslu Trek is an absolute must-do.

Tour Itinerary

  • Day 1 Arrival in Kathmandu

    Upon arrival, a representative from Mountain Leaders will receive you at the Airport and transfer to the hotel. Depending upon your arrival time, we will arrange for activities for the day. Overnight in Kathmandu.

  • Day 2 Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing and Trek preparation:

    After breakfast you will be greeted by our guide who will show you around the city to the following places and after sightseeing back to hotel and you meet trekking guide to preparation the trekking equipment. Pashupatinath Temple: We will then move toward Pashupatinath Temple which is the most sacred and holiest temples for the Hindus. It is one of the largest temples of Shiva (Lord of Animals). It attracts thousands of pilgrims each year and has become well known far beyond the Kathmandu Valley. Pashupatinath Temple stands in the center of the town of Deopatan, in the middle of an open courtyard. It is a square, two-tiered pagoda temple built on a single-tier plinth, and it stands 23.6 meters above the ground. Richly ornamented gilt and silver-plated doors are on all sides. Only Hindu pilgrims can enter the premises of the temple. Non-Hindus can admire the beauty of the temple from the other side of the Bagmati River, on the banks of which Pashupatinath Temple stands. Boudhanath Stupa: This is also a very important Buddhist Pilgrim site. Boudhanath is one of the world’s largest stupa and considered as the oldest too. It is located at the eastern outskirts of Kathmandu and is holiest Tibetan Buddhist Temple. It is believed to be built in 14th century AD

  • Day 3 Kathmandu to Sotikhola

    We will start the day early after breakfast. We take a drive from Kathmandu to Dhading Besi on a nice, paved road enjoying the views of the hilly areas, terraces, fields and rivers. The drive from Dhading Besi to Arughat is a little rough one on rocky trails. From Arughat we can decide on whether to trek to Soti Khola or to drive there and rest the night.

  • Day 4 Trek from Sotikhola to Machhakhola ( 870 m )

    We start the day early to reach our destination which will take about 6-7 hours. After crossing a popular suspension bridge of Soti Khola, we trek through Sal forests to reach a ridge above the splashing rapids of the Budhi Gandaki River. After reaching Khursane, the trail becomes rocky, passing through waterfalls and cliffs. We make our way past terraced rice fields and up to a Gurung village of Labubesi. we climb behind a rocky cliff where the valley opens up. Walking through a sandy river bed, climbing over stone ridges and then again moving down to the river and crossing the suspension bridges, we climb behind a rocky cliff where the valley opens up. Walking through a sandy river bed, climbing over stone ridges and then again moving down to the river and crossing the suspension bridges, we reach Machcha Khola village and overnight at tea house.

  • Day 5 Trek from Machhakhola to Jagat ( 1340 m )

    The next day, From Machha khola we follow a narrow trail that takes us to Tharo Khola and finally to Khorla besi. After a few ascends and descends, we reach a popular hot-spring, Tatopani. We will spend sometime here and can enjoy the natural sauna in the hot -spring and relieve all our tiredness and stress of the trek.we climb another ridge and cross the Budhi Gandaki on another suspension bridge. After this, we climb a staircase and then cross a landslide and a ridge to reach Doban. After crossing a suspension bridge, we again climb stone staircase then go down to the river and climb some stairs again to reach Thado Bharyang. Then we cross the west bank of Budhi Gandaki, climb over a ridge, walk along the river to reach the village of Jagat where we spend the night.

  • Day 6 Trek from Jagat to Deng (1860 m )

    On this day, we first reach Salleri after climbing a rocky ridge and then go towards Sirdibas. We continue to Ghatta Khola and then walk upstream through a long suspension bridge to reach a Gurung village in Phillim. From the lower points of the village, the trail turns north and through leveled trails amidst maize fields, we reach Ekle Bhatti, where you will have lunch and continue our trip from a steep gorge and then descend through grassy slopes to cross the Budhi Gandaki and then cross bridges from west to east bank and back again. As the trail widens, we pass through bamboo forests to reach the Deng Khola. After crossing the river, we reach the tiny Deng village where we spend the night.

  • Day 7 Trek from Deng to Namrung (2630 m )

    We take a brief walk from Deng and then we cross the Budhi Gandaki and climb to reach Rana. From here we climb for a while and then head west to Budhi Gandaki valley. The trail passes through forests and painted Mani stones and a corner from where we reach Ghap. Then we take the trail through Prok village which allows us to witness the beautiful view of Siring Himal. We follow the river, crossing it at many places and pass through dense forests and Gompas along the way. After crossing the river at a gorge, the trail becomes leveled and after a last steep climb, we reach Namrung where we stay the night. Namrung is the best viewpoint for Siring and Ganesh Himal as well as Mt. Himal Chuli.

  • Day 8 Trek from Namrung to Samagaun ( 3500 m)

    will get plenty of opportunities to enjoy the grand view of many mountains. After passing through Shyala village, we go down to the river that originates from the glacier of Pungyen. We will pass through many chortens and monasteries. After crossing the ridge we will reach the fields of Samagaon We will be staying at Samagaon.

  • Day 9 Samagaun- Acclimatization day

    We spend the day at Samagaon both for rest and acclimatization. Today, we get acquainted with the rich Sherpa culture. We enjoy the sight of thousands of mani stones with Buddhist texts and pictures and the Sherpa women clad in traditional clothes and ornaments. On a little hill near the Sama village is an old Gompa (Pungyen Gompa), a monastery with great views of the glacier. It is named after Manaslu, Pungyen means bracelet, a good description of the two peaks. It was destroyed a year after the first unsuccessful Japanese attempt to climb Manaslu. The locals believed that the climb angered the gods, and when the Japanese came back a year later they met with a lot of resistance that they had to give up their attempt. They were finally successful in 1959. We will be staying at Samagaon.

  • Day 10 Samagaon to Samdo ( 3860 m )

    We follow the Budhi Gandaki River up to a stream which we cross on a suspension bridge. From here we take the trail on the right to Larkya la. It is a fairly easy trail, passing through Mani walls and juniper and birch forests. We again cross a bridge over Budhi Gandaki and continue forward. From a stone arch, we can see a kani and after crossing it, we reach Samdo where we spend the night.

  • Day 11 Trek from Samdo to Dharmasala ( 4480 m )

    We start our day trip by crossing a wooden bridge over Budhi Gandaki River and begin a hike upwards. After crossing a few streams and seeing a glimpse of the Larkya glacier, we go around a valley and make our way upwards again to reach a guesthouse called Dharmashala. This short walk to Larke Phedi provides enough time and rest to acclimatize for the further trek.

  • Day 12 Dharamsala - Larkya la [5160m/16, 924 ft] - Bimthang [3720m/12, 201 ft]: 8 - 9 hours

    After a short climb, we reach a valley on the north side of the Larkya Glaciers from where we can enjoy great views of Cho Danda and Larkya Peak. Finally, we walk across moraines of the glacier, making a gradual ascent which becomes steeper only in the last section of the pass. From the pass, there are outstanding views of Himlung Himal, Cheo Himal, Kangguru and the huge Annapurna II. It is a longer day than usual to Bimtang, but to walk into these low pastures with the evening mist coming in with Mt. Manaslu looming close by is an overwhelming experience. We will be staying at Bimthang.

  • Day 13 Bimtang to Tilije

    From a ridge at Bimthang, we can enjoy great views of Mt. Manaslu, Lamjung Himal, Himlung Himal and Cheo Himal. We descend further and cross a high pasture (Sangure Kharka) followed by a bridge over Dudh Khola. We walk through rhododendron forest and follow a trail through a narrow valley until we reach the highest cultivated land of the valley at Karche, 2785 meters. We pass across fields before making a steep climb over a ridge. The trail comes off the ridge in a big, sweeping arc to the river bank at 2580m. A short distance beyond is the village of Gho. Due to yesterday's tiredness we might take an overnight rest at Gho but better lodges are available at Tilije, so Himalayan Glacier recommends we stay at Tilije. We will be staying at Tilije Village.

  • Day 14 Tilije–jagat

    Today we leave the village. In a short while we will come across a bridge over Dudh Khola and continue alongside the river. The trail, then, descends through forests into the Marsyangdi valley, crosses Dudh Khola again and inclines up past a mani wall to Thonje. The next village, Dharapani, where the Annapurna Circuit trail converges, is not too distant and is reached after the bridge over the Marsyangdi River. Finally reaching Jagat, We will be staying at Jagat.

  • Day 15 Jagat to Besisahar and drive back to Kathmandu:

    From Jagat, after around 2 hours of walking we will take a local jeep to Besisahar. (3-4 hours) From Here we will take a private transport to Kathmandu. We will staying at Kathmandu.

  • Day 16 Departure from Kathmandu

    After breakfast, as per your flight schedule, our representative from Mountain leaders will transfer you to the airport from where you will fly towards your next destination

Whats Include

Trip Includes

  • Airport pickup and drop by private transportation.
  • Drive to and from Trekking start and end points by private transport.
  • All private transport as per itinerary
  • Accommodation in Kathmandu with Breakfast, double sharing basic.
  • All your standard Meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek
  • Tea Houses/Lodges, Guest houses accommodation during the trek.
  • English speaking government licensed trekking guide during the trek.
  • Porter to carry your luggage during the trek..
  • Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment, medicine for all trekking staff.
  • Government License holder city tour guide (English speaking) in Kathmandu .
  • ACAP and MCAP permits.
  • TIMS card (Trekking Information management System)
  • Restricted area permit.
  • Government tax.

Excluding Cost

  • Lunch and dinner while in Kathmandu.
  • Your travel insurance (compulsory)., If any emergency rescue insurance
  • Entrance fee during the city sightseeing.
  • Items of a personal nature such as Personal trekking Equipment. alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry.
  • Tips for guide, driver and other staff.
  • Any changes in the itinerary in case of Natural calamities or circumstances out of our control.
  • Any other expenses not included in the cost include sections.

Meals

In Kathmandu breakfast only. Trekking trail we will provided Breakfast. Lunch and Dinner.

Accommodation

In Kathmandu Hotel accommodation. Trekking Trail we will provided best available tea house lodges.

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