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Nepal · Trekking
The journey
Embark on a Himalayan excursion through the Manaslu region and experience varied landscapes, vegetation, and local traditions along the trail. Pass famous rivers such as Budi Gandaki and Machha Khola, and enjoy impressive views of snow-clad Mount Manaslu, Himal Chuli, the Ganesh Himal Range, and many other peaks of the Himalayan range. This trek also takes you across Larkya La Pass and offers insight into the cultural blend of Hindu and Buddhist communities.
Embark on a Himalayan excursion through the Manaslu region and experience varied landscapes, vegetation, and local traditions along the trail.
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At a glance
Day by day
Upon arrival at Kathmandu International Airport on your respective airline, you will be received by your Nepal tour guide and transferred to your hotel in the city.
Check in to your room and refresh yourself.
Have dinner and stay overnight in Kathmandu.
Today, you will enjoy a short sightseeing tour in the Thamel area.
Later in the afternoon, the whole group will be briefed about the trek. We will check all the equipment for the trek, and if anything is not appropriate, we can help you rent or buy it.
Have dinner and stay overnight.
Start the day with an exciting overland journey to Nepal's Mid-West, around the Gorkha district.
Overnight stop in Soti Khola.
Wake up early in the morning and walk from Soti Khola toward a forest-covered gorge, where the route climbs into cooler areas.
Overnight stop at Machha Khola.
Start the day with a morning walk along the upstream banks of the Buri Gandaki River for a few hours to reach Khorla Beshi, and then continue on the winding path toward Tatopani, a village with a natural hot spring.
Enjoy a refreshing warm bath, then walk on to Jagat village for an overnight stop. Jagat is a lovely and large village with many shops and well-stocked stores.
Wake up in the morning, have breakfast, and continue walking through rural farming villages to Philim, one of the largest villages, with many scattered houses in this remote farming region.
From Philim, hike toward Dang village for an overnight stay.
Start with a morning walk from Dang to the riverside to reach Bihi Bazaar, a small village by the river.
From here onward, you will experience more Tibetan Buddhist culture as the walk continues on a gradual path with a few short ups and downs before reaching Ghap village for an overnight stop.
Start hiking from Ghap village along the Budhi Gandaki River.
Continue walking to reach Lho for an overnight stop.
Wake up and begin the walk to reach Samagaun.
Stay overnight.
Enjoy the day and take some rest.
Go for a hike to Sama Gompa to support acclimatization.
Start the day with a walk to Samdu village, which is not too far away.
Overnight stay in Samdu village.
Wake up and have a morning meal, then walk from Samdu via Gyala Khola to Larke Bazaar.
Continue hiking near Larke Glacier to reach Duwang, where the lodge is located for an overnight stop.
Start early in the morning to reach the top of Larke-la Pass.
Enjoy excellent views of Himlung, Cheo Himal, Kang Guru, and Annapurna II from the top.
Hike further to reach Bimthang for an overnight stop.
Today, descend through forested areas to reach Gho.
Walk down to reach Tilje village, located near the Marsyangdi River.
After resting at Tilje, continue your final day of adventure walking to reach Dharapani for an overnight stop in a lovely lodge.
Drive back to Kathmandu, passing farm villages and terraced fields along the way.
Transfer to the airport for your flight back to your home destination.
The route
The fine print
All airport pick-up and drop-off by private vehicle
3-night twin-sharing room in Kathmandu, two-star category
Guided sightseeing tours with private vehicle
Kathmandu to Soti Khola and Dharapani to Kathmandu by public bus
ACAP and MCAP permits, and the special permit for the Manaslu Trek
Accommodation in tea houses during the trek
Three meals a day, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and tea/coffee during the trek
Licensed English-speaking Nepal guide with salary, food, drinks, accommodation, transport, and insurance
Medical support kit box
All applicable government and local taxes as per the itinerary
Farewell dinner (Nepali cuisine)
Nepal visa fee
International airfare to and from Kathmandu
Lunch and dinner at the Kathmandu hotel
Personal travel and health insurance, including insurance for helicopter evacuation
All entrance fees during sightseeing
Extra night accommodation, lunch, and dinner in the city
Personal expenses
1 porter for every 2 guests
Tips for the trekking crew and driver
Equipment such as a sleeping bag, down jacket, and trekking poles
Extra expenses due to flight delays, strikes, weather conditions, or any event beyond our control
Costs for beverages, drinking water, desserts, extra porters, showers, laundry, or any other services not mentioned by the company
Private vehicles for travel between Kathmandu and Soti Khola, and Dharapani to Kathmandu, are also available at an additional cost.
Logistics
Your 17 days finish where they began, in Ring Rd.
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