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Mt. Manaslu Circuit trekking an adventure around both sides of Manaslu Himalaya range from the district of Gorkha to the Manang region.
Extends as far as Lamjung and Annapurna Himalayas and close to massif Ganesh Himal in the east direction. Where trekkers can view the giant peaks of Mt. Manaslu its North and South as well as the West Face.
Which makes a complete circuit, with an adventure crossing high and scenic Larke-La Pass the highest point of the trek. Larke-La pass forms a boundary between the Manaslu valley of Gorkha districts and the Manang area.
Mt. Manaslu stands as the world’s 8th highest peak at 8,163 m / 26, 781 feet. The first ascent by the Japanese Expedition in 1956, since then the Upper Manaslu were closed for outside visitors till 1992. But remains a Restricted Area, where trekkers require to obtain special permits to enter the beautiful Manaslu valley.
Mt. Manaslu Circuit Trekking begins taking a long and exciting overland journey from Kathmandu to the lower areas of the Gorkha district. Located in Nepal Mid-West, where the walk starts from a village of Machha-Khola, around a warmer agricultural farm region. Walk follows the Buri-Gandaki River upstream heading towards a higher cooler hill following a forested path to Jagat, a lovely village.
From here onwards within Restricted Areas of Upper Manaslu, where walk follows higher cooler region past Philim, and Namrung villages.
Reaching the lovely village of Lho-Gaon, right beneath the majestic North Face of Mt. Manaslu, with time to explore the village monastery.
After a pleasant time at Lho-Gaon into a wide scenic Manaslu valley enclosed by an array of towering snow peaks. The walk leads to a large village of Sama-Gaon, an interesting settlement adorned with an age-old culture of Buddhism.
Sama-Gaon is situated on the trail to Manaslu base camp, as well as towards the old Trans Himalaya Salt Trade Route. Where a caravan of mules and yaks laden with goods passed through Sama Gaon to Nepal and Tibet border.
Spending an extra day at Sama Gaon for acclimatization, and exploring the village of great cultural interest. The adventure continues heading to the end of Manaslu valley at Dharmasala and Phedi, the base of Larke-La Pass. A small settlement tucked in the far corners of the valley with few simple lodges to offer for trekkers comfort.
The next morning a steep climb on a rocky winding path leads to the top of Larke-La Pass. From here end of Manaslu valley and Gorkha district, the pass is festooned with thousands of colorful prayer flags.
Enjoy a breathtaking panorama from the highest point of the adventure, facing Manaslu Himalaya with Annapurna peaks. The view extends as far as Himlung Himal in the west with arrays of the surrounding mountain range.
On achieving the major highlight of the trip, a long descent leads to a nice small settlement of Bhimthang. Located within Manang areas, surrounded by dense woods of rhododendron and pine tree lines.
Slowly walk leads downhill through a beautiful forested path to Dharapani village and beyond at Tal Besi. A nice village at the end of Manang district, here our wonderful adventurous trekking completes.
The next morning an interesting drive back to Kathmandu, after a memorable experience on Mt. Manaslu Circuit Trekking.
Outline Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.
Day 02: At Kathmandu for trek preparation and sightseeing tour.
Day 03: Drive to Machha-Khola 930 -08 hrs.
Day 04: Trek to Jagat 1,340 m- 22km - 07/08 hrs.
Day 05: Trek to Deng 1,800 m -20km- 06/07 hrs.
Day 06: Trek to Namrung 2,160 m- 19km- 06/07 hrs.
Day 07: Trek to Lho-Gaon 2,957 m-11km - 05 hrs.
Day 08: Trek to Sama-Gaon 3,530 m-7km - 05 hrs.
Day 09: Rest day at Sama-Gaon for acclimatization.
Day 10: Trek to Samdo 3,865 m -9km- 05 hrs.
Day 11: Trek to Dharmasala / Larke Phedi 4,460 m -12km- 05hrs.
Day 12: Cross Larke-La 5,106 m and to Bhimthang 3,700 m-24.7km - 08/09 hrs.
Day 13: Trek to Gho 2,560 m - 05 hrs.
Day 14: Trek to Tal Besi 1,645 m via Dharapani 1,860 m - 07 hrs.
Day 15: Drive to Kathmandu via Besisar town-06 hrs.
Day 16: At Kathmandu free day for individual activities.
Day 17: Depart for international departure
“Adventure around scenic and cultural high country of Mt. Manaslu range. An amazing bio-diversity of beautiful landscapes, vegetation and cultures. From low sub-tropical to cooler hills and towards arctic zone ice and glaciers. Explore the traditional villages of Upper Manaslu of strong Tibetan heritage Crossing high Larke-La pass to another wonderful areas of Manang region”
Trip Brief Summary:
Trekking Mode: Staying in best available Lodges on treks.
Trekking Grade: Moderate to Adventurous.
Highest Spot: On top of Larke-La Pass 5,106 m / 16, 752 feet high..
Activities: Exciting drives and scenic walks. Trekking
duration: 12 Nights and 13 Days with drives both ways.
Total Trip: 16 Nights and 17 Days from arrival to departure.
Best Seasons:
Mt. Manaslu Circuit Trekking, the best seasons are in spring and autumn/fall, where days are crystal clear for views and pleasant walks.
The springtime’s begins from March till May, the high seasons for trekking around Nepal Himalayas and to Langtang Valley.
Most days are clear fine and bright with sunshine, which can get overcast in the late afternoon. Chances of snowfall sometimes on higher terrain, cold in the morning late afternoon, and nighttime. The mid-hills are lively with wildflowers in seasonal bloom, especially the rhododendron of various species from trees to short bush.
The next best time is in autumn/fall, one of the peak seasons. For trekking around the Himalayas and to Manaslu Region, most days are crystal clear for views and scenic walks. However, the days are shorter due to fewer sun-light hours, much colder morning and late afternoon till night time. Chances of snowfall sometimes during the walk around higher areas above 2,000 m high, but with a clear starry night sky.
Religion, Culture around Manaslu Himal region:
The highlanders of Manaslu Himalayas are known as Gurung, Lama or Bhotia of Tibetan descendent. Quite different to Gurung of lower middle hills of Annapurna and Lamjung Himal region. The main inhabitants of Upper Gorkha around high Manaslu as far as to Tsum Valley areas.
Populated by the Bhotia tribes with various title as Gurung, Ghale or Lama follows Tibetan Buddhism known as Mahayana or Greater Wheel. Established by great Guru Rinpoche Padamasamba in the 7th Century, reforming Buddhism which was near to extinct.
The culture, tradition, and heritage are similar to its Tibetan predecessors, the Manaslu native are farmers and raise livestock. As well famous craftsman and artist painting Thangka the religious arts of Buddhism religions.
Interesting villages on this trek are Ghap, Lo-Gaon, Sama-Gaon and Samdo village, other places are temporary settlements from Samdo onwards till Tilje and Dharapani villages.
On arrival in Kathmandu at Nepal international airport, received by our staff and guide for short drive to your hotel. Located amidst the main city, check into your rooms and join in for trek briefing with other members of the trip. Our guide provides information about the trekking trails, local lodge, and culture and so on. Evening group dinner an introduction to Nepalese meals and traditions.
Enjoy the free day for trek preparation and join for an interesting sightseeing tour around historical, cultural and religious places. Kathmandu is steeped with World Heritage Sites, our city / cultural guide will takes you around the great places of historical wonders of great interest. Afternoon free for individual activities and trek preparation.
From Gho and Bhimthang onwards till Tal Besi within the district of Manang, morning walk downhill into forested trail. As short climb on a terraced fields to Karche-La, and then down to Masrsyangdi River. After few hours walk reach Tilje village, from Tilje an hour climb on crossing a bridge and then reaching Dharapani village, where Annapurna circuit route joins. Dharapani a lovely large village from here walk for another hour with few short ups but more on gradual path to reach a wide river valley at Tal Besi for overnight stop. A nice village on a valley with views of water falls having good lodge which is the end of Manang district
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