Manaslu tour trekking

Description

I invite you to embark on an exceptional journey to the Manaslu circuit trek starting from Barpak. This longer version of the Manaslu tour is a perfect opportunity for those seeking diverse landscape and cultural experiences.

The trek starts from Barpak, a large Gurung and Ghale community village that offers a view of Boudha Himal in the backdrop. It was also the epicenter of the devastating 2015 earthquake. The trek then passes from dense Gurung villages like Laprak, Gumda, Yamagaun, and Lapsibot where you can experience and explore the local lifestyle of the villagers but also panoramic views of mountain ranges like Ganesh Himal, Shringi Himal and Boudhha Himal. After crossing beautiful terraced farmlands, forests, waterfalls, etc., the trek then follows the Budhi Gandaki river to the alpine highlands passing through quaint villages, farmlands, suspensed bridges, etc. Finally, the trek makes its way to the Annapurna region through the challenging Larke Pass (5106m) from where the view is breathtaking and rewarding the difficulty endured during the climb. In those high places, one can observe the practice of Tibetan Buddhism with monasteries, mani walls, chortens, and prayer flags along the trails and the villages.

This Manaslu tour trekking from Barpak lasts 18 days.  But it can be customized as per your preferences, time frame, budget, and physical fitness. Just let me know and I will organize the best solution for you.

Highlights:

• A high-altitude trek with a variety of cultures, landscapes, and natural environments.
• A route around the world's 8^th-highest peak, Mt. Manaslu (8163m).
• Larke La (5160m), the highest point of the trek, offers breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks.
• The ancient Tibetan Buddhism monasteries.

If you're interested in other great treks in this part of Nepal, you can also follow me on the classic Everest Base Camp trek, the Kanchenjunga Base Camp trekking or the Kanchenjunga to Makalu traverse.

Program

D1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1350m).

D2: Kathmandu valley heritage site visit and trek preparation.

D3: Drive  to Barpak (1915m).
Transfer by private Jeep, 8 hours drive,  distance: 178km.

D4: Trek from Barpak to Laprak (2100m) via Gupsi Dada (2937m).
6 hours of  walking, positie altitude difference: 910 meters, negative altitude difference: 760 meters, distance: 8.5km.

D5: Laprak - Gumda (2000m).
3 hours of walking, distance: 6km.

D6: Gumda - Khorlabesi (970m).
5 to 6 hours of walking, D+:1330m, D-: 120m, distance: 12km.

D7: Khorlabesi - Salleri (1440m).
6 hours of walking, D+: 620m, D-: 160m, distance: 15km.

D8: Salleri - Dang (1860m).
6 to 7 hours of walking, D+: 810m, D-: 270m, distance: 16.8km.

D9: Dang - Namrung (2630m).
7 hours of walking, D+: 1340m, D-: 480m, distance: 17km.

D10: Namrung - Lho (3180m).
4 hours of walking, D+: 620m, D-: 60m, distance: 10km.

D11: Lho - Sama (3520m).
3 to 4 hours of walking, D+: 470m, D-: 130m, distance: 7.4km.

D12: Free day for acclimatization and village exploration.

D13: Sama - Samdo (3875m).
3 hours of walking, D+: 365m, D-:100m, distance: 8.2km.

D14: Samdo - Dharamshala (4450m).
3 to 4 hours of walking, D+: 600m, D-: 65m, distance: 6.2km.

D15: Dharamshala - Bimtang (3620m) via Larke Pass (5106m).
8 to 10 hours of walking, D+: 740m, D-:1550m, distance: 15km.

D16: Bimtang - Tilche (2300m).
6 to 7 hours of walking, D+: 210m, D-:1635m, distance: 18km.

D17: Drive to Kathmandu by private vehicle.
10 hours drive, distance: 230km.

D18: Departure from Nepal.

The price includes

• Supervision by the English-speaking guide.
• One porter for two people (maximum weight: 11 kg per person).
• 3 nights' accommodation in Kathmandu on a B/B and shared basis.
• Three meals a day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) with tea/coffee during the trek.
• Accommodation in a lodge/tea house during the trek (shared room).
• Kathmandu-Barpak and Tilje-Kathmandu transfers by private vehicle.
• Rescue and evacuation arrangements in case of emergency.
• Kathmandu valley heritage site visit with a cultural guide.
• Government taxes, service charges, and official expenses.
• Salaries, meals, accommodation, and insurance for all team members.
• Airport pick-up and drop-off.
• Farewell dinner.

The price does not include

• Return flight to Kathmandu.
• Meals in Kathmandu.
• Medical evacuation costs (in case of emergency).
• Your travel insurance (mandatory).
• Personal expenses (tips for the guide/porters, hot shower, internet, etc.).
• Anything not mentioned in "The price includes".

Accommodation

• Moonlight or Apsara Boutique hotel in Kathmandu.
• Lodges and guesthouses during the trek, in shared rooms.

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