
Overview
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TRIP HIGHTLIGHTS
- Cultural Sightseeing Tour in Kathmandu
- Pokhara Sightseeing
- Close Up Encounters with the Mountain Peaks
- The amazing feeling of Reaching the Annapurna Base Camp
- Beautiful Trekking Experience in The Popular Annapurna Region
- Spectacular Sunrise and Himalayan Panorama from Poonhill
- Tent Peak Climbing Adventure
Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival day in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft)
- Arrive at Kathmandu, Tribhuvan International Airport.
- Our representative will welcome you and drop you at your hotel.
- Hotel checks out and take a rest and relax.
- Stroll around the Thamel area which is a popular tourist hub.
- Enjoy welcome dinner held in our honor.
- Overnight in Kathmandu.
Day 2: Kathmandu: sightseeing and preparation
- Morning breakfast.
- Visit Kathmandu major world heritage site with our guide.
- Explore Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, Syambhunath temple and Kathmandu Durbar Square.
- Take a short explanation class by our representative about the further trek.
- Be prepared for the next day trek.
- Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 3: Drive Kathmandu to Soti Khola-6050mtr, 6/7hours
- Hotel breakfast and check out
- Pick up by our team and transfer to the bus park or by private jeep.
- A scenic bus/jeep ride takes us to Sotikhola the starting point of the Manaslu Region.
- Soti khola hotel check in
- Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 4: Soti Khola to Maccha Khola (870m/2,952ft) 5-6 hours.
- Hotel breakfast and check out
- From here the road takes us to Machhakhola
- Dinner and overnight stay at Machhakhola
Day 5: Maccha Khola to Jagat (2340m/ 7676ft) 6-7 hours
- Breakfast and departure
- Today the Ganesh Himal is in clear view
- We pass some waterfalls, stone paved ways and a mani wall
- Arrival in Jagat
- Dinner and overnight stay in Jagat
Day 6: Jagat trek to Deng (1860 m)
- Breakfast and departure
- We start the trail by heading gently uphill
- Followed by a flat leveled plateau we continue until reaching the river crossing
- Cross the suspension bridge over the Bhudi Gandaki and enter Philim village
- Climbing uphill further until reaching Ekle Bhatti
- Again Cross the suspension bridge and get reach to Deng
- Dinner and overnight stay at Deng
Day 7: Deng trek to Namrung (2,630m)
- Breakfast and departure
- Starting by heading down to the riverside
- After crossing the bridge an upwards climb takes us to Ranagoan
- From here we trek further to Bihi Phedi
- The trail splits in to two and we take the right side trail to Ghap
- After passing through Ghap village we climb up to Namrung
- Dinner and overnight stay at Namrung village
Day 8: Namrung trek to Lho (3,180m) 4 Hours walking.
- Breakfast and departure
- Permit check post and start the trail towards Lho
- Following the path through Lihi Gaon
- Continue downwards to Sho Goan
- It’s not long before we reach the village of Lho
- Lunch ,Dinner and overnight stay in Lho village.
Day 9: Lho Trek to Samagau (Ryo) (3520 m) 4 hrs walking.
- Breakfast and departure
- Today is a short trek as we head gradualy up towards Sama (Ryo)
- Stopping in Shyala to take in the amazing 360 degree Himalayan view
- We head further until reaching Sama (Ryo)
- Dinner and overnight stay in Sama (Ryo) Village
Day 10: Sama (Ryo) Acclimatization day
- Breakfast
- A well-deserved acclimatization day is planned today
- After breakfast we can take a hike to get more used to the high altitude
- Option 1: hike around Birendra Lake and Manaslu Base Camp
- Option 2: hike up to the Pungen Gumpa
- Dinner and overnight stay in Sama (Ryo)
Day 11: Samagaon to Manaslu Base Camp (4700 meter)
- Breakfast and departure
- Climb upwards to Manaslu Base Camp
- Pass through Birendra Lake
- Overnight camping in Manaslu Base Camp
Day 12 - Day 33: Manaslu Climbing Period (8163 meter)- By camping
Day 34: Trek back Manaslu Base Camp to Samagaon
- Breakfast and departure
- Dinner and overnight
Day 35: Samagau-Trek to Samdo (12,713 feet / 3,875 m) 3/4hrs walking.
- Breakfast and departure
- It’s a relatively short trek today up to Samdo
- Due to the high elevation we take it slowly while climbing upwards
- By lunch time we reach Samdo village
- In the afternoon we can rest or take a hike up to Samdo Peak
- Dinner and overnight stay at Samdo
Day 36: Samdo to Dharamsala (14,633 feet / 4,460 m) 4/5hrs walking.
- Breakfast and departure
- Today we head to the foot of the Larya La, Dharmasala
- The trail leads us slowly upwards until reaching our overnight stop
- Dinner and overnight stay in Dharmasala
Day 37: Dharmasala to Bhimtang (3,590m) via Larkya La Pass (5,160m) 7/8 hours walking.
- Early breakfast and departure
- The trail goes slowly up until reaching the Larkya La pass
- At the Pass we take a break to enjoy the amazing views
- After finishing our crossing the trail leads downhill to Bhimtang
- Dinner and overnight stay at Bhimtang village
Day 38: Bimthang to Tilije ( 2,300 m/7,546 feet ) 5/5hrs. walking
- Breakfast and departure
- We hike downhill for the most part of the day
- After a good 4 hours we reach the village of Ghoa
- From here we continue downwards to Tilje
- Dinner and overnight stay in Tilje village
Day 39: (Tilije trek to Dharapani and drive to Besisahar by jeep. 6/7 hours.
- Breakfast and departure
- Following the trail down to Dharapani.
- The path leads us through pine forests and several small villages
- Lunch in Dharapani arrange jeep to Besisahar.
- After Lunch Drive to Besisahar.
Day 40: Day 16: Drive to Kathmandu or Pokhara by Tourist Bus 5/6 hrs. driving.
- Breakfast and departure
- Drive to your destination
What's included
- Airport pick up and drop off by Car, jeep, Hi-ace or Bus. Depends on the number of arrives.
- Complimentary welcome or farewell dinner according to the suitability of our client’s time.
- Beginning two nights stay on arrival in Kathmandu in tourist standard hotel with breakfast included (twin share basis)
- All necessary trekking and restricted area permit & fees, (Entry Permit, Manaslu conservation area permit, Manaslu Restricted area special permit and TIMs cards).
- OPTIONAL: Three meals a day during the trek (If of required, we provide meal during the trekking)
- OPTIONAL: All accommodation during trek (If of required we arrange all accommodation)
- An experienced, English-speaking, government-licensed, first aid trained, mountain guide (5 trekkers: 1 guide)
- An expert local porter (2 trekkers: 1 porter)
- Duffel bag, (to be returned after trip completion), complementary trekking maps. If needed down jacket and sleeping bag will be provided in rent.
- Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, transport, food and accommodation.
- Rescue arrangements if necessary.
- Basic First-aid kit (carried by your mountain guide)
- All government and local taxes for Trekking, Climbing, Agency service charge and government tax/vat.
- Achievement Certificate
What's not included
- International airfare and Nepal visa fee.
- Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu
- Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return from mountain (due to any reason) than in the scheduled itinerary
- Meal and accommodations in mountain. (can be arranged by company as per the package agreement )
- Personal insurance which covers medical, emergency evacuation, loss or theft of property.
- Personal gears and equipment.
- Personal expenses such as laundry, hot showers, battery charging, Wifi, etc
- Entry fees and costs in sightseeing (temples, monasteries, etc)
- Tips and gratitude provided to guide and porter.
Good to Know
- Of the beaten paths and an amazing experience.
- Unspoiled and non-commercialized trekking route.
- Beautiful Monasteries high altitude lakes, glaciers sustaining views of mountains.
- Lots of flora and fauna
- Iconic villages such as, Mu Gompa, Lho, Samagaun, Bhimthang, etc.
- Beautiful peak Manaslu (8156 meter)
- Fusion of Unique Nepali and Tibetan culture in the local area.
- Amazing magnificent Himalayan views of Manaslu (8156 meter), Himalchuli (7893 meter), Shring Himal (7177 meter), Buddha Himal (7422 meter) Ganesh Himal (7422 meter)
FAQ
- Who can climb a peak?
Physically fit person can attempt. There are no any limitation or obligation to climb a peak
- I have never climbed before. Can I go for peak climbing?
Yes if you are physically fit, you can climb a peak.
- Do I need climbing permit?
- Climbing permit are mandatory during the peak climbing. It is the permission to enter into restricted area.
- Who will lead me during climbing?
Manaslu trek is restricted area trek where you need a special permit from Nepal government immigration department. Climbing expert and porters are very important during your Manaslu expedition. Climbing expert knows the different trekking trails. Not only that Climbing expert explains about community and cultures their lifestyles. The Climbing expert will book your accommodation and everything in advance even during high season. You will have good communication with local people with Climbing expert. Before climbing mountain you will be trained and during climbing period Climbing expert will take a lead on you.
- Which is the best season for peak climbing?
During the pre-monsoon and post monsoon will be the best season to trek. The months of pre-monsoon are March, April, July and post monsoon are September, October, November. In December, January, February the weather might get a little bit colder and in June, July, August rain might cause a problem. If the travelers want to avoid the crowd and enjoy the trip privately then our guides can assist through the alternative trials.
- Do I need to join in a climbing group?
Joining a group is not mandatory but climbing solo will be unsafe for you so we prefer you to hire a guide and porter, who can guide you in the mountain.
- What will be the food and accommodation?
We’ll be serving traditional trekking food such as dal bhat (the Nepali national dish of rice, dal and vegetables), pasta, soups, potatoes, bread, fruits, eggs. We’ll try where possible to use fresh local goods. We’ll serve portions big enough to match your calorific needs. If you have special dietary requirements, please let us know. For the overnight stay we prefer tea house and camping.
- How much time is generally required for trekking peak?
- Generally, time for summit depends upon the peak elevation and weather condition of the mountain.
- How difficult are the trekking peaks?
Trekking peaks is a difficult task. Climbers risk their life and summit the mountain, during the period of climbing the mountain there are chances of being sick, weather condition may be challenging, the route may be challenging, adjusting in food and so on.
- Is there any age limit for trekking Peaks Climbing?
The climber should be minimum 16 years but there is no any age limit for peak climbing in Nepal
- What are the sources of drinking water supply during Peak Climbing?
Bottled filter water are available in the trekking trial and in the camp kitchen hot boiled water are available. Bottled filter water are carried during the peak climbing.
- Where do we eat our meals?
During the stay in tea house, tea house will serve you with the menu and during camping, representative from our company will serve you.
- What problems can arise on altitude?
Altitude sickness is also known as mountain sickness. Mountain sickness is the main problem for any mountain climbers or trekkers. Sometime trekkers might have altitude sickness during Manaslu Expedition. There are different types of sickness like-
- AMS – Acute Mountain sickness – AMS is a very common sickness like a hangover, dizziness, muscle ache, nausea, headache vomiting etc
- HAPE – High Altitude Pulmonary Edema – HAPE direct impact on lungs it’s fluid in the lungs which are dangerous for breathing.
- HACE- High Altitude Cerebral Edema – HACE it’s the different form of altitude sickness its fluid in the brains
Thus, HAPE and HACE are the main dangerous and life-threatening form of mountain sickness. Patient has to treat on time if not treated on time if late they may die. Whereas AMS is normal mountain sickness then HACE and HAPE.
- What are the tips for avoiding altitude sickness?
There are some tips to which our company would like to guide for the travelers to avoid altitude sickness; such as:
- Avoiding the drinks which contains the caffeine added, smoking and alcohol
- Travel slowly concerning your health
- Drinking more amount of water i.e. minimum 3-4 liters per day
- Being familiarized with the environment and having a healthy foods and beverage
- Continuing with Diamox if needed, it is carried for the backup
- We prefer Garlic soups to sustain the environment
- Do I need travel insurance?
Yes, The travelers should have the international insurance which should cover the emergency evacuation, medical conditions and accidental cases. In case of insurance the travelers are need to pay here in Nepal first and then claim to their insurance company later.
- Is there communication facilities on the mountain?
For the communication, mobile phones are used all over the Nepal and the facility of internet are available in the mobile phones and tea houses as well.
- What is the cost of Peak Climbing?
- It depends upon the duration of the travel, number of climbers and destination where the cost includes domestic transportation cost, trekking cost, staff cost, permit cost, accommodation and so on.