16 Days Manaslu Larke Pass Trek

Description

Manaslu Larke Pass Trek is a rare opportunity to explore a relatively new trekking region in Nepal. Abundant in spectacular views along the border of Nepal and China, Manaslu Trek is located in the west of Kathmandu in the Manaslu Region situated at the elevation of 5135m (16844ft). This trek was officially opened to tourists in 1991. Mountaineering expeditions have long had access to the area though. Himalayan Sanctuary Adventure offers you a 21 days round Manaslu Trek but you can make your own Itinerary as per your request, desire and time frame. The suitable seasons to trek in this region are spring (March to May) and autumn (August to October). Manaslu also known as Kutang is the eighth highest mountain in the world at 8,163 metres (26,781 ft) above sea level. It is located in the Mansiri Himal, part of the Nepalese Himalayas, in the west-central part of Nepal.

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Pickup Locations & Times

One of the representative from himalayan sanctuary adventure will be waiting you outside the international airport terminal gate holding your name and transfer you to the hotel.

Important Information

• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264ft)
• On your arrival at Kathmandu, Tribhuvan Airport, you will be met by a representative and taken to your hotel in the Thamel ,Kathmandu.
• Day 02: Kathmandu sightseeing and trek preparation.
• A day to recover from our journey and an opportunity to see the sights of the Nepal capital. In the morning we have arranged a guided tour of some of the city’s most important and colourful sights. Kathmandu is a fascinating mix of Hindu and Buddhist religions where an ancient and traditional culture provides an anchor for the emerging modern , In the meantime our office staff will be completing the final paperwork for the group’s trekking permits.
• Day 03: Drive to Soti Khola (800m, 8 to 9 hour)
• After breakfast at the hotel, you will take a local bus departing from Kathmandu to Arughat in the morning. This is an interesting drive along the scenic Highway. The bus makes two times stop for breakfast and lunch. After a seven hour drive you will arrive in Soti Khola . After a rest at the lodge at Soti Khola , you can walk around the town and explore the surrounding areas. Stay overnight at lodge.
• Day 04: Start trekking from Soti Khola to Machha Khola (870m, 6 to 7 hours)
• Today also your trek starts after breakfast. The trail few up and downs from Soti Khola towards north of the valley. There are few farm terraces along the way and also passing through the Sal forest. After a short sandy walk on the bank of the river, the rocky trail leads few up and downs to Machha Khola. You can look around and enjoy the river view, then stay overnight at lodge.
• Day 05: Machha Khola to Jagat (1,340m, 6 to 7 hours)
• After breakfast the narrow trail leads few up and downs to the bank of the river and walk through the gravel bar along the bank of the Budi Gandaki River to get to the village. After that, the trail leads few up and down to reach at Jagat and stay overnight in Lodge.
• Day 06: Jagat to Deng (1,860m, 7 to 8 hours)
• Today, the trek starts after breakfast. The trail at the beginning of the day starts uphill to the rocky ridge to Salleri and descend to Setibas. The valley takes you to the suspension bridge and climb up to Philim, which is a big Gurung village. After crossing the Budhi Gandaki the trail leads the west bank for a while, then cross to the east bank of the river to cross Deng Khola and continue to walk to Deng village then stay overnight at lodge.
• Day 07: Deng to Namrung (2,660m, 6 to 7 hours)
• Day 08: Namrung to Lho Gham (3,180m, 3 to 4 hours)
• Today the trail leads through the river upstream and dense forest. After crossing the river at an impressive spot where it thunders down a narrow gorge, the forest becomes less dense and the trail is fine again. The pleasant walk continues to get to Namru village. Today on the way you have an opportunity see beautiful peak Himal Chuli. After that, the trail leads continue ascends where many Chortens and many barley terraces gives you perfect walk of the day. You will observe an excellent view of Ganesh Himal and finally reach to Lho then look around the village in the evening and stay for overnight at lodge.
• Day 09: Lho Gham to Samagaon (3,530m, 3 to 4 hours)
• After having breakfast at the lodge, you can start your trek continue. The trail leads through the shady forest which is an excellent walk where you will enjoy the natural beauty of the valley including snow Peak Mountains. A short climb to get to Shyala village and pass a large Chorten we look down into a little deeper where two rows of houses fromm the main part of Sama can be seen. At the far end of the village, overlooking the valley stands the well-known monastery of Sama. Better to visit the Monastery in the evening then stay overnight at Lodge.
• Day 10: Samagaon Acclimatization Day. Optional hike to Manaslu Base Camp (4,800m) and Birendra Lake (4,450m) and back (4 to 5 hours)
• Today is the rest day, which does not mean you stay at the guest house all the time. You will be walking around the village, hike little bit and visit Monastery, which is Buddhist Monastery where you can visit. You can hike up to the ridge for the views of the mountains and the village. Stay overnight at lodge
• Day 11: Samagaon to Samdo (3,860m, 2 to 3 hours)
• Today also you can start your walk after breakfast. The trail drops down to the Budhi Gandaki river to cross the side stream. The trail leads towards north and follow in to a bridge over a side. The Larkya la Trail passes several Mani walls as the valley begins to widder. It is an easy walk through the juniper and birch forests of Kermo Kharka. Then cross the Budhi Gandaki on a wooden bridge and climb steeply onto a promontory between two forks of the river. From a stone arch we can see a large white Kani, which we do have to cross to get Samdo for overnight.
• Day 12: Samdo to Larkya Phedi (Dharamsala) (4,480m, 4 to 5 hours)
• After Samdo the trail continue walk down to the edge to cross the wooden bridge over Budi Gandaki then uphill to the stream to cross. After a short walk through the valley the trail leads up to the Larkya Phedi. It is also called Dharmasala because there is a huge stone a kind of Shelter. overnight at Larkya rest house.
• Day 13: Larkya Phedi to Bimthang (3,720m) via Larke Pass (5,160m) (10 to 12 hours)
• After a short climb, we reach to the North side of the Larkya Glacier. There one can enjoy the views of Cho Danda and then of Larkya Peak. Finally, we walk across the moraines of the glacier and a gradual ascent which becomes steeper only in the last section to get to the pass. From the top of the pass views are outstanding, including Himlung Himal, Cheo Himal, Kangguru and the huge Annapurna II. Today is big day comparatively and tiring day. Finally, stop at Bimtang for overnight.
• Day 14: Bimthang to Dharapani.
• After breakfast the trail descends into a rhododendron forest towards the narrow valley until we reach the highest cultivated land in this valley at Karche, 2785 meters. On the way one can enjoy the view of Manaslu, Annapurnas and many more mountains. You can cross a slide, then go across fields before making a steep climb over a ridge. Then after the trail continue through the fields, over a clear stream, passing through the houses and fields interspersed with rhododendron and oak forests to Tilje. The trail continues from the day to Dharapani for overnight to stay.
• Day 15: Drive back to Kathmandu via Besishar
• Today you should drive back to Kathmandu at 7:00 in the morning, we’ll drive to Kathmandu along the little road to Dumre and after that through the Prithivi Highway. We will arrive in Kathmandu in the afternoon. That night we will host a farewell dinner at a Nepalese restaurant. Spend the night in Kathmandu.
• Day 16: Final Departure or extend your trip.
• As your last day in Nepal, head out for a brief souvenir shopping session near the hotel in Thamel Market. We will pick you from the hotel and transfer you to TIA before the departure. The Manaslu larkey pass Trek will remain with you forever alongside the lifelong memories and experiences from the trek with Himalayan Sanctuary.

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