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- The Nepal journey into the” Old Tibet” Mt. Manaslu is the 8th highest mountain in the world standing between Everest in the east and the Annapurna ranges in the west. It has fertile valleys where the true Tibetans are living hundreds of years ago influencing the areas with vast Tibetan culture. The people honor the Dalai Lama. They speak their own language, worship in the traditional ways, live and farm as they have for centuries. The journey starts impressive and later turns to exhilarating as you follow along the pure and adventurous trails along the waterfalls, Mani walls, ancient temples and monasteries. At the end, cross Larkya La pass (5,135 m) for a 360° view of the Himalayas with view of Mt. Manaslu, Mt. Annapurna I (10th highest mountain in the world) along with the Tibetan Plateau. The 17 days trek to Manaslu will shower you with myriad of cultures, and different foods to try, as well as wonderful hospitality to cherish.
The Nepal journey into the” Old Tibet” Mt. Manaslu is the 8th highest mountain in the world standing between Everest in the east and the Annapurna ranges in the west. It has fertile valleys where the true Tibetans are living hundreds of years ago influencing the areas with vast Tibetan culture. The people honor the Dalai Lama. They speak their own language, worship in the traditional ways, live and farm as they have for centuries. The journey starts impressive and later turns to exhilarating as you follow along the pure and adventurous trails along the waterfalls, Mani walls, ancient temples and monasteries. At the end, cross Larkya La pass (5,135 m) for a 360° view of the Himalayas with view of Mt. Manaslu, Mt. Annapurna I (10th highest mountain in the world) along with the Tibetan Plateau. The 17 days trek to Manaslu will shower you with myriad of cultures, and different foods to try, as well as wonderful hospitality to cherish.
Version 38 – August 09, 2023 16:08
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- The Nepal journey into the” Old Tibet” Mt. Manaslu is the 8th highest mountain in the world standing between Everest in the east and the Annapurna ranges in the west. It has fertile valleys where the true Tibetans are living hundreds of years ago influencing the areas with vast Tibetan culture. The people honor the Dalai Lama. They speak their own language, worship in the traditional ways, live and farm as they have for centuries. The journey starts impressive and later turns to exhilarating as you follow along the pure and adventurous trails along the waterfalls, Mani walls, ancient temples and monasteries. At the end, cross Larkya La pass (5,135 m) for a 360° view of the Himalayas with view of Mt. Manaslu, Mt. Annapurna I (10th highest mountain in the world) along with the Tibetan Plateau. The 17 days trek to Manaslu will shower you with myriad of cultures, and different foods to try, as well as wonderful hospitality to cherish.
The Nepal journey into the” Old Tibet” Mt. Manaslu is the 8th highest mountain in the world standing between Everest in the east and the Annapurna ranges in the west. It has fertile valleys where the true Tibetans are living hundreds of years ago influencing the areas with vast Tibetan culture. The people honor the Dalai Lama. They speak their own language, worship in the traditional ways, live and farm as they have for centuries. The journey starts impressive and later turns to exhilarating as you follow along the pure and adventurous trails along the waterfalls, Mani walls, ancient temples and monasteries. At the end, cross Larkya La pass (5,135 m) for a 360° view of the Himalayas with view of Mt. Manaslu, Mt. Annapurna I (10th highest mountain in the world) along with the Tibetan Plateau. The 17 days trek to Manaslu will shower you with myriad of cultures, and different foods to try, as well as wonderful hospitality to cherish.
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- down jacket, sleeping bag, first aid kit and govt. taxes, four-star quality hotels in city, teahouse in trek (twin sharing), meals on full board in trek and breakfast in city, private vehicle or jeep in during travel to and from city as indicated in itinerary, tour and trekking guide, necessary porters (2:1) with all permits
down jacket, sleeping bag, first aid kit and govt. taxes, four-star quality hotels in city, teahouse in trek (twin sharing), meals on full board in trek and breakfast in city , private vehicle or jeep in during travel to and from city as indicated in itinerary, tour and trekking guide, necessary porters (2:1) with all permits
Version 33 – July 12, 2022 08:09
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- diverse and non-ventured ecosystem, mesmerizing journey in the path of manaslu circuit, new cultural aspects of mountain people and tibetans, panoramic views of mountains and tibetan plateau.
diverse and non-ventured ecosystem, mesmerizing journey in the path of manaslu circuit, new cultural aspects of mountain people and tibetans, panoramic views of mountains like manaslu, annapurna and tibetan plateau.
Version 32 – July 12, 2022 08:09
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- always have a lightweight poncho or raincoat in case of rain., bring warm clothes that can be layered and sunglasses to adjust as temperatures vary., take plenty of batteries. recharging is not available at every tea house., trekking boots are always a good idea as they provide good ankle support.
activities can change at the last minute due to circumstances beyond our control. , always have a lightweight poncho or raincoat in case of rain., bring warm clothes that can be layered and sunglasses to adjust as temperatures vary., take plenty of batteries. recharging is not available at every tea house., trekking boots are always a good idea as they provide good ankle support.
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- always ask your physician to make sure you can handle trekking in the himalayas. , get travel insurance and make sure your passport does not expire within 6 months, temperatures are warm and pleasant in the city and cold in the mountains., you can get nepal’s visa on arrival in airport or other entry point of nepal.
always ask your physician to make sure you can handle trekking in the himalayas. , carry the necessary medicines as those available in nepal may be different from what you want, get travel insurance and make sure your passport does not expire within 6 months, temperatures are warm and pleasant in the city and cold in the mountains., you can get nepal’s visa on arrival in airport or other entry point of nepal.
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- always ask your physician to make sure you can handle trekking in the himalayas. , carry the necessary medicines as those available in nepal may be different from what you want, get travel insurance and make sure your passport does not expire within 6 months, temperatures are warm and pleasant in the city and cold in the mountains., you can get nepal’s visa on arrival in airport or other entry point of nepal.
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- Know Before You Go
- activities can change at the last minute due to circumstances beyond our control. , always have a lightweight poncho or raincoat in case of rain., bring warm clothes that can be layered and sunglasses to adjust as temperatures vary., take plenty of batteries. recharging is not available at every tea house., trekking boots are always a good idea as they provide good ankle support.
• be aware activities can change last minute due to conditions beyond the control of himalayan planet adventures. things like weather and rockslides can change plans. himalayan planet adventures is always looking out for your safety. , • bring a hat and gloves. you’ll appreciate the gloves when you get to the higher elevations., • bring clothing that can act as a windbreak as the higher elevations are always windy., • electricity is not always available at tea houses, so bring plenty of batteries for cameras and other equipment. charge everything when you can., • it is a high elevation trek with seven days above 3,000 meters., • it’s always a good idea to get travel insurance which includes medical as you are going into remote parts of the himalayas. travel insurance is very reasonably priced and covers many aspects of travel, including loss of luggage, cancellations as well as medical problems., • the trek to mt. manaslu is considered a moderate trek. the larkya la pass will be the most challenging part of the trek., • the trek passes through a number of eco zones. it is best to layer your clothing as the lower elevations can be quite warm while the higher elevations are windy and cold. , • trekking boots are highly recommended as they have good soles along with ankle support.
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• it is always advisable to check with your doctor before booking a himalayan adventure.
Version 29 – July 12, 2022 08:04
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- diverse and non-ventured ecosystem, mesmerizing journey in the path of manaslu circuit, new cultural aspects of mountain people and tibetans, panoramic views of mountains like manaslu, annapurna and tibetan plateau.
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Version 28 – July 12, 2022 07:45
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- bottled water, bar and beverage, lunch and dinner in city (except as noted), personal expenses, donations, tips for drivers, guides and porters, visa, travel and rescue insurance
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Version 27 – July 12, 2022 07:44
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- down jacket, sleeping bag, first aid kit and govt. taxes, four-star quality hotels in city, teahouse in trek (twin sharing), meals on full board in trek and breakfast in city , private vehicle or jeep in during travel to and from city as indicated in itinerary, tour and trekking guide, necessary porters (2:1) with all permits
• 1 porter for every two trekkers, • 4-star quality hotels (double occupancy) while in kathmandu, • admission fee into the manaslu region, • admission to three unesco heritage sites in kathmandu valley, • all breakfasts in kathmandu, • all meals while trekking 3 times a day, • city guide for tour of kathmandu valley, • coffee and tea, • complimentary himalayan planet trekking bag, • drinking water treated with iodine tablets, • exclusive medical kit bag, • experienced, government licensed english speaking trekking guide, • kathmandu to arughat & besisahar to kathmandu both way by private drive and dharapani to besisahar by jeep sharing basis, • sleeping bag and down jacket can be borrowed if needed, • tims and trekking permit, • tea house lodging on the trek (double occupancy)., • welcome dinner and departure dinner
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• all departure fees, • any extension of trip, • international airfare, • lunch and dinner in kathmandu (except as noted), • nepal visa (available upon arrival), • personal expenses (phone call, laundry, bar bill, hot shower, battery recharge and extra porters), • tips for drivers, guides and porters, • travel and rescue insurance
Version 26 – July 12, 2022 07:34
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- The Nepal journey into the” Old Tibet”
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- Mt. Manaslu is the 8th highest mountain in the world standing between Everest in the east and the Annapurna ranges in the west. It has fertile valleys where the true Tibetans are living hundreds of years ago influencing the areas with vast Tibetan culture. The people honor the Dalai Lama. They speak their own language, worship in the traditional ways, live and farm as they have for centuries.
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- The journey starts impressive and later turns to exhilarating as you follow along the pure and adventurous trails along the waterfalls, Mani walls, ancient temples and monasteries. At the end, cross Larkya La pass (5,135 m) for a 360° view of the Himalayas with view of Mt. Manaslu, Mt. Annapurna I (10th highest mountain in the world) along with the Tibetan Plateau. The 17 days trek to Manaslu will shower you with myriad of cultures, and different foods to try, as well as wonderful hospitality to cherish.
- The Nepal journey into the” Old Tibet”
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Mt. Manaslu is the 8th highest mountain in the world. The impressive peak stands between Everest in the east and the Annapurna ranges in the west. It has formed a divide with its north side providing a home to settlers from Tibet who came to its fertile valleys centuries ago. It is here that you will encounter the true Tibetan culture, which sadly hardly exists in its native lands to the north. The people honor the Dalai Lama. They speak their own language, worship in the traditional ways, live and farm as they have for centuries.
Version 25 – July 12, 2022 06:51
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- The Nepal journey into the” Old Tibet”
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- Mt. Manaslu is the 8th highest mountain in the world. The impressive peak stands between Everest in the east and the Annapurna ranges in the west. It has formed a divide with its north side providing a home to settlers from Tibet who came to its fertile valleys centuries ago. It is here that you will encounter the true Tibetan culture, which sadly hardly exists in its native lands to the north. The people honor the Dalai Lama. They speak their own language, worship in the traditional ways, live and farm as they have for centuries.
- The Nepal journey into the” Old Tibet”
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Mt. Manaslu is the 8th highest mountain in the world. The impressive peak stands between Everest in the east and the Annapurna ranges in the west. It has formed a divide with its north side providing a home to settlers from Tibet who came to its fertile valleys centuries ago. It is here that you will encounter the true Tibetan culture, which sadly hardly exists in its native lands to the north. The people honor the Dalai Lama. They speak their own language, worship in the traditional ways, live and farm as they have for centuries.
Version 24 – July 12, 2022 06:50
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- The Nepal journey into the” Old Tibet”
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- Mt. Manaslu is the 8th highest mountain in the world. The impressive peak stands between Everest in the east and the Annapurna ranges in the west. It has formed a divide with its north side providing a home to settlers from Tibet who came to its fertile valleys centuries ago. It is here that you will encounter the true Tibetan culture, which sadly hardly exists in its native lands to the north. The people honor the Dalai Lama. They speak their own language, worship in the traditional ways, live and farm as they have for centuries.
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Version 23 – July 12, 2022 06:49
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The Nepal journey into the” Old Tibet” Mt. Manaslu is the 8th highest mountain in the world. The impressive peak stands between Everest in the east and the Annapurna ranges in the west. It has formed a divide with its north side providing a home to settlers from Tibet who came to its fertile valleys centuries ago. It is here that you will encounter the true Tibetan culture, which sadly hardly exists in its native lands to the north. The people honor the Dalai Lama. They speak their own language, worship in the traditional ways, live and farm as they have for centuries. The journey to the north side of Mt. Manaslu is impressive from the start. You follow along the wild Budhi Gandaki River that flows from those rich valleys to the north. It’s a wild river. The waterfalls, rapids and eddies that swirl about give the impression of an angry river. It is loaded with delicious fish, and you’ll see fishermen catching dinner. Along the way are Mani Walls covered with Buddhist inscriptions. There are ancient temples and monasteries that preserve traditional Tibetan Buddhism. Toward the end of the journey, cross Larkya La pass (Elev. 5,135 m/16,847 ft) for a 360° view of the Himalayas. You can see Mt. Manaslu, Mt. Annapurna I (10th highest mountain in the world) along with the Tibetan Plateau. It is the most impressive of sights from your lofty elevation. The trek to Manaslu is 17 days of pure adventure and fun. You will experience a myriad of cultures, ranging from Gurung and Tamang in the lower elevations to Tibetan, and finally other ethnic groups in the final part of the trek in the Annapurna region. There will be different foods to try, as well as wonderful hospitality to cherish. Every day the scenery is impressive. You won’t encounter many tourists on this trek, but you will enjoy the local people who will smile and cheer you on. They are happy to see visitors to their remote region. Sign up today to make the trek to Manaslu with Himalayan Planet Adventures!
Version 22 – July 12, 2022 06:46
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- Number of Days: 17
- Group Size: Minimum of Two People
- Accommodations: Hotel and Tea House (double occupancy)
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Maximum Elevation: 5,135 meters (16,847 ft) at Larkya La Pass
- Activity: Trekking
- Destination: Nepal
- DAY 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
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- Your flight makes a perfect landing at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. You’re arrived at your destination in the heart of the Himalayas. Once you have your luggage, you’re out the door and into the sunshine and crisp Himalayan air. You will be greeted by your personal representative who will take you to your hotel to freshen up from the long flight. After a short rest, you’ll be taken to the world headquarters of HPA to meet your guide and staff as well as go over the last minute details of your Mt. Manaslu trek. In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner with your guide as you enjoy true Nepali cuisine along with a cultural performance.
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- Elevation: (4,592 ft / 1,400 m)
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- DAY 2: Sightseeing in the Kathmandu Valley
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- The Kathmandu Valley is a place of mystery and adventure. The Valley is larger than the country of Singapore! It is filled with interesting villages, temples, old palaces, narrow flagstone streets and much more. Today’s journey will take you to three of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of your choice! There are seven of them in the Kathmandu Valley. They range from sacred temples to even entire villages that have been deemed by the United Nations as unique in its heritage. It’s your choice, so plan carefully. You will have your own city guide as well as private vehicle to take you to the sites you have chosen. In the evening, relax as you prepare for your journey into the land of Manaslu.
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- Distance: (38 km)
- Duration: (Max. 7 hrs)
- Visiting places: (3 World heritage sites)
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- DAY 3: Travel to Soti Khola
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- It’s a full day of travel by private vehicle as you leave the Kathmandu Valley. Once over the pass out of the Kathmandu Valley, we follow the Trisuli River until we reach the bridge to Dhading. Eventually, the roads become gravel as we journey through tiny villages and past farms. We drive through forests until we reach the trading post of Araghat. We cross the Budhi Gandaki River here and turn north until we reach the end of the road. This is Soti Khola. We can cross the river on foot on a narrow suspension bridge to reach our tea house where we will spend the night.
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- Elevation: (750 m/2,461 ft.)
- Distance: (140.7 km)
- Duration: (5 – 6 hours)
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- DAY 4: Trek to Machha Khola Gaun
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- The low elevation in this part of our trek makes for great coffee farming. Coffee is one of Nepal’s newest crops and is gaining popularity in places like Japan and France. The journey follows along the west bank of the Budhi Gandaki River. Our destination is the village of Machha Khola Gaun, which means “Fish River”. You can get fish here for dinner. Be sure to try the yak cheese, mo-mo which is quite good.
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- Elevation: (890 m/2,920 ft.)
- Distance: (23 km)
- Duration: (5 – 6 hours)
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- DAY 5: Trek to Jagat
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- The quaint village of Jagat is the same elevation as Kathmandu. We spend much of the day ascending. We pass the village of Tatopani which has several hot springs. As you enter Tatopani, you will see vegetation that’s more in keeping with tropical areas as warm water sprinkles down on the trail. Along the way, we start to see glimpses of the snowcapped peak of Mt. Manaslu to the north. Jagat is a very pretty, ancient village with flagstone streets where you will spend the night at a tea house.
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- Elevation: (1,350 m/4,429 ft.)
- Distance: (22.2 km)
- Duration: (5 – 6 hours)
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- DAY 6: Trek to Deng
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- You rise and cross the Budhi Gandaki on a long suspension bridge. It's a north side along the east side, with the trail rising to reach Philim, one of the larger villages along this trek. After Philim, you walk along the deep gorge above the Budhi Gandaki where it's not uncommon to look down and see eagles rising in the thermal currents. Our destination is Deng. Today’s journey has taken us through forests which mark the line between the Gurung/Tamang people and the Tibetans. Deng will feature the first of the days of Tibetan hospitality at a pleasant tea house.
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- Elevation: (1,960 m/6,430 ft.)
- Distance: (20.7km)
- Duration: (6 – 7 hours)
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- DAY 7: Trek to Namrung
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- The trail is now following a westerly path through forests and farms. The Budhi Gandaki has become narrower. We no longer need suspension bridges to cross it, but rather wooden bridges. We see pleasant waterfalls and some wildlife today. It’s quite a journey as we pass through Ghap village to reach Namrung. Watch the changes in architecture along the way as we walk through ancient Tibetan villages. Trekking time is 8 – 9 hours.
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- Elevation: (2,700 m/7,808 ft.)
- Distance: (19.2 km)
- Duration: (8 – 9 hours)
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- DAY 8: Trek to Lho Village
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- Every day we are ascending in this high country. The Tibetan people love high elevations. They have found ways to create farms that produce life-sustaining foods in this hostile land. The forests become thinner with the higher elevation with trees giving way to junipers and others types of low vegetation. Lho Village is a pretty village with great mountain views where we will spend the night. Trekking time is 8 – 9 hours.
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- Elevation: (3,180 m/10,433 ft.)
- Distance: (10.5 km)
- Duration: (3 hours)
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- DAY 9 – Trek to Sama Gompa
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- We rise higher in elevation as we pass through the valleys with their fertile farms. Our goal today is Sama Gompa. We are going to see some of the most incredible views of Mt. Manaslu today. We will also find an interesting mixture of Tibetan Buddhism and the ancient Bön religion. Bön predated Buddhism in Tibet and can still be found in some places. It also influenced Buddhism in its worship and deities. We finally reach Sama Gompa, the largest of the Tibetan communities in this area where we will spend two nights at a pleasant guest house. Trekking time is 6 – 7 hours.
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- Elevation: (3,360 m/11,024 ft.)
- Distance: (8.15 km)
- Duration: (6 - 7 hours)
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- DAY 10: Acclimatization Day in Sama Gompa
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- Sama Gompa is at a high elevation, requiring us to spend an extra day here acclimatizing. This is the best way to prevent Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS). You will explore the village, do some hiking, and visit the local monastery as well as relaxing. All of today you will enjoy pristine views of Mt. Manaslu and the surrounding mountains.
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- DAY 11: Trek to Samdo
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- We’ve enjoyed two wonderful days at Sama Gompa, but it's time to move on. The Budhi Gandaki has become much narrower. It still shows off its power as it cascades over rocks. Vegetation is low to the ground with Mani Walls on the rocks along the trail. Mani Walls are Buddhist inscriptions created by faithful over the centuries. They often commemorate special events in the life of a person. We trek 3 – 4 hours today to reach Samdo.
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- Elevation: (3,780 m/12,402 ft.)
- Distance: (16.5 km)
- Duration: (3 - 4 hours)
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- DAY 12 –Trek to Larkya La Guest House
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- Sambo is the end of the Tibetan villages. This is wilderness with mostly junipers, some grasses and wildflowers. Those who venture here are usually the farmers going to summer pastures. Today’s adventure takes us to the Larkya La Guest House below the journey to Larkya La Pass. The guest house is nothing impressive. It does provide a good shelter from the winds and a hot meal. You’ll spend the night here after trekking 4 – 5 hours.
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- Elevation: (4,200 m/13,780 ft)
- Distance: (16.5 km)
- Duration: (4 - 5 hours)
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- DAY 13 –Cross Larkya La Pass and trek to Bimthang
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- Today we leave the lands of the Tibetans behind once we cross Larkya La Pass. It’s the highest in elevation on this trip. Today will be your most challenging day to reach the top of the pass. The effort is rewarded with the most magnificent views of the Himalayas. Look toward the snowcapped peaks of Mt. Manaslu. To the north is the Tibetan Plateau with its snowcapped peaks. To the east is the famed Annapurna Range. In the far distance you can see Mt. Dhaulagiri, the 7th highest mountain in the world. You will get some great pictures from up here. Once you’ve conquered the pass, its downhill to reach the village of Bimthang. Cross back below the tree line and into dense forests along the way. The name Bimthang means plains of sand in the Tibetan language. It’s a large, well watered valley. We find a nice tea house to spend the night. Trekkign time is 8 – 10 hours. We start early and finish in time for dinner.
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- Elevation: (Larkya pass 5,135 m/16,847 ft) (Bimthang: 2,200 m/7,218 ft.)
- Distance: (25 km)
- Duration: (8 - 10 hours)
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- DAY 14 –Trek to Dharapani
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- Below you today you can see the beautiful Marsyangyi Valley. We are in lovely forests of pine, bamboo and rhododendron with plenty of wildflowers around us. There are waterfalls along the way. This is a very different place than where we were yesterday morning. The diversity of the Himalayas is incredible. We make our way to the village of Dharapani to spend the night. Trekking time is 7 – 8 hours.
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- Elevation: (1,850 m/6,068 ft.)
- Distance: (27.2 km)
- Duration: (7 - 8 hours)
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- DAY 15: Trek to Besisahar
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- It’s our final day of trekking as you continue to the village of Besisahar. This village is the end of the road where all public transportation comes to an end. We continue to descend into the valleys of the Annapurna’s are low elevation. Watch for the changes in vegetation; we are entering into a sub-tropical region.
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- Elevation: (760 m/2,493 ft.)
- Distance: (34.8 km)
- Duration: (Drive: 5 - 6 hours)
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- DAY 16: Drive to Kathmandu
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- Today you will ride to Kathmandu. The return journey will take us along a number of rivers to Mugling to cross the Trisuli River and journey north to your hotel in Kathmandu. In the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner with your guide and porters from Himalayan Planet Adventures
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- Distance: (175.6 km)
- Duration: (Drive: 5 - 6 hours)
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- DAY 17: Departure
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- The incredible trek to Mt. Manaslu circuit adventure has come to an end. These 17 days have been fabulous! No doubt you’re feeling kind of sad having to leave today. But you really don’t have to. You can extend your trip to explore other amazing places in Nepal. You can even plan your return trip. Be sure to talk to your friends at HPA team to make further plans for Himalayan adventures.
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Version 21 – July 12, 2022 06:44
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- Short Description
- The Nepal journey into the” Old Tibet”
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- Mt. Manaslu is the 8th highest mountain in the world. The impressive peak stands between Everest in the east and the Annapurna ranges in the west. It has formed a divide with its north side providing a home to settlers from Tibet who came to its fertile valleys centuries ago.
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- It is here that you will encounter the true Tibetan culture, which sadly hardly exists in its native lands to the north. The people honor the Dalai Lama. They speak their own language, worship in the traditional ways, live and farm as they have for centuries.
-
- The journey to the north side of Mt. Manaslu is impressive from the start. You follow along the wild Budhi Gandaki River that flows from those rich valleys to the north. It’s a wild river. The waterfalls, rapids and eddies that swirl about give the impression of an angry river. It is loaded with delicious fish, and you’ll see fishermen catching dinner. Along the way are Mani Walls covered with Buddhist inscriptions. There are ancient temples and monasteries that preserve traditional Tibetan Buddhism.
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- Toward the end of the journey, cross Larkya La pass (Elev. 5,135 m/16,847 ft) for a 360° view of the Himalayas. You can see Mt. Manaslu, Mt. Annapurna I (10th highest mountain in the world) along with the Tibetan Plateau. It is the most impressive of sights from your lofty elevation.
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- The trek to Manaslu is 17 days of pure adventure and fun. You will experience a myriad of cultures, ranging from Gurung and Tamang in the lower elevations to Tibetan, and finally other ethnic groups in the final part of the trek in the Annapurna region. There will be different foods to try, as well as wonderful hospitality to cherish. Every day the scenery is impressive.
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- You won’t encounter many tourists on this trek, but you will enjoy the local people who will smile and cheer you on. They are happy to see visitors to their remote region. Sign up today to make the trek to Manaslu with Himalayan Planet Adventures!
DAY 1: Arrival in Kathmandu-
Your flight makes a perfect landing at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. You’ve arrived at your destination in the heart of the Himalayas. Once you have your luggage, you’re out the door and into the sunshine and crisp Himalayan air. You will be greeted by your personal representative who will take you to your hotel to freshen up from the long flight. After a short rest, you’ll be taken to the world headquarters of HPA to meet your guide and staff as well as go over the last-minute details of your Mt. Manaslu trek. In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner with your guide as you enjoy true Nepali cuisine along with a cultural performance.-
Elevation: (4,592 ft / 1,400 m)-
DAY 2: Sightseeing in the Kathmandu Valley-
The Kathmandu Valley is a place of mystery and adventure. The Valley is larger than the country of Singapore! It is filled with interesting villages, temples, old palaces, narrow flagstone streets, and much more. Today’s journey will take you to three of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of your choice! There are seven of them in the Kathmandu Valley. They range from sacred temples to even entire villages that have been deemed by the United Nations as unique in their heritage. It’s your choice, so plan carefully. You will have your own city guide as well as a private vehicle to take you to the sites you have chosen. In the evening, relax as you prepare for your journey into the land of Manaslu.-
Distance: (38 km)Duration: (Max. 7 hrs)Visiting places: (3 World heritage sites) DAY 3: Travel to Soti Khola It’s a full day of travel by private vehicle as you leave the Kathmandu Valley. Once over the pass out of the Kathmandu Valley, we follow the Trisuli River until we reach the bridge to Dhading. Eventually, the roads become gravel as we journey through tiny villages and past farms. We drive through forests until we reach the trading post of Arughat. We cross the Budhi Gandaki River here and turn north until we reach the end of the road. This is Soti Khola. We can cross the river on foot on a narrow suspension bridge to reach our tea house where we will spend the night. Elevation: (750 m/2,461 ft.)Distance: (140.7 km)Duration: (5 – 6 hours) DAY 4: Trek to Machha Khola Gaun The low elevation in this part of our trek makes for great coffee farming. Coffee is one of Nepal’s newest crops and is gaining popularity in places like Japan and France. The journey follows along the west bank of the Budhi Gandaki River. Our destination is the village of Machha Khola Gaun, which means “Fish River”. You can get fish here for dinner. Be sure to try the yak cheese, mo-mo which is quite good. Elevation: (890 m/2,920 ft.)Distance: (23 km)Duration: (5 – 6 hours) DAY 5: Trek to Jagat The quaint village of Jagat is the same elevation as Kathmandu. We spend much of the day ascending. We pass the village of Tatopani which has several hot springs. As you enter Tatopani, you will see vegetation that’s more in keeping with tropical areas as warm water sprinkles down on the trail. Along the way, we start to see glimpses of the snowcapped peak of Mt. Manaslu to the north. Jagat is a very pretty, ancient village with flagstone streets where you will spend the night at a tea house. Elevation: (1,350 m/4,429 ft.)Distance: (22.2 km)Duration: (5 – 6 hours) DAY 6: Trek to Deng You rise and cross the Budhi Gandaki on a long suspension bridge. It's a north side along the east side, with the trail rising to reach Philim, one of the larger villages along this trek. After Philim, you walk along the deep gorge above the Budhi Gandaki where it's not uncommon to look down and see eagles rising in the thermal currents. Our destination is Deng. Today’s journey has taken us through forests that mark the line between the Gurung/Tamang people and the Tibetans. Deng will feature the first of the days of Tibetan hospitality at a pleasant tea house. Elevation: (1,960 m/6,430 ft.)Distance: (20.7km)Duration: (6 – 7 hours) DAY 7: Trek to Namrung The trail is now following a westerly path through forests and farms. The Budhi Gandaki has become narrower. We no longer need suspension bridges to cross it, but rather wooden bridges. We see pleasant waterfalls and some wildlife today. It’s quite a journey as we pass through Ghap village to reach Namrung. Watch the changes in architecture along the way as we walk through ancient Tibetan villages. Trekking time is 8 – 9 hours. Elevation: (2,700 m/7,808 ft.)Distance: (19.2 km)Duration: (8 – 9 hours) DAY 8: Trek to Lho Village Every day we are ascending in this high country. The Tibetan people love high elevations. They have found ways to create farms that produce life-sustaining foods in this hostile land. The forests become thinner with the higher elevation with trees giving way to junipers and other types of low vegetation. The Village is a pretty village with great mountain views where we will spend the night. Trekking time is 8 – 9 hours. Elevation: (3,180 m/10,433 ft.)Distance: (10.5 km)Duration: (3 hours) DAY 9 – Trek to Sama Gompa We rise higher in elevation as we pass through the valleys with their fertile farms. Our goal today is Sama Gompa. We are going to see some of the most incredible views of Mt. Manaslu today. We will also find an interesting mixture of Tibetan Buddhism and the ancient Bön religion. Bön predated Buddhism in Tibet and can still be found in some places. It also influenced Buddhism in its worship and deities. We finally reach Sama Gompa, the largest of the Tibetan communities in this area where we will spend two nights at a pleasant guest house. Trekking time is 6 – 7 hours. Elevation: (3,360 m/11,024 ft.)Distance: (8.15 km)Duration: (6 - 7 hours) DAY 10: Acclimatization Day in Sama Gompa Sama Gompa is at a high elevation, requiring us to spend an extra day here acclimatizing. This is the best way to prevent Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS). You will explore the village, do some hiking, and visit the local monastery as well as relaxing. All of today you will enjoy pristine views of Mt. Manaslu and the surrounding mountains. DAY 11: Trek to Samdo We’ve enjoyed two wonderful days at Sama Gompa, but it's time to move on. The Budhi Gandaki has become much narrower. It still shows off its power as it cascades over rocks. Vegetation is low to the ground with Mani Walls on the rocks along the trail. Mani Walls are Buddhist inscriptions created by the faithful over the centuries. They often commemorate special events in the life of a person. We trek 3 – 4 hours today to reach Samdo. Elevation: (3,780 m/12,402 ft.)Distance: (16.5 km)Duration: (3 - 4 hours) DAY 12 –Trek to Larkya La Guest House Sambo is the end of the Tibetan villages. This is wilderness with mostly junipers, some grasses, and wildflowers. Those who venture here are usually the farmers going to summer pastures. Today’s adventure takes us to the Larkya La Guest House below the journey to Larkya La Pass. The guest house is nothing impressive. It does provide a good shelter from the winds and a hot meal. You’ll spend the night here after trekking for 4 – 5 hours. Elevation: (4,200 m/13,780 ft)Distance: (16.5 km)Duration: (4 - 5 hours) DAY 13 –Cross Larkya La Pass and trek to Bimthang Today we leave the lands of the Tibetans behind once we cross Larkya La Pass. It’s the highest elevation on this trip. Today will be your most challenging day to reach the top of the pass. The effort is rewarded with the most magnificent views of the Himalayas. Look toward the snowcapped peaks of Mt. Manaslu. To the north is the Tibetan Plateau with its snowcapped peaks. To the east is the famed Annapurna Range. In the far distance, you can see Mt. Dhaulagiri, the 7th highest mountain in the world. You will get some great pictures from up here. Once you’ve conquered the passes, it's downhill to reach the village of Bimthang. Cross back below the tree line and into dense forests along the way. The name Bimthang means plains of sand in the Tibetan language. It’s a large, well-watered valley. We find a nice tea house to spend the night. Trekking time is 8 – 10 hours. We start early and finish in time for dinner. Elevation: (Larkya pass 5,135 m/16,847 ft) (Bimthang: 2,200 m/7,218 ft.)Distance: (25 km)Duration: (8 - 10 hours) DAY 14 –Trek to Dharapani Below you today you can see the beautiful Marsyangyi Valley. We are in lovely forests of pine, bamboo, and rhododendron with plenty of wildflowers around us. There are waterfalls along the way. This is a very different place than where we were yesterday morning. The diversity of the Himalayas is incredible. We make our way to the village of Dharapani to spend the night. Trekking time is 7 – 8 hours. Elevation: (1,850 m/6,068 ft.)Distance: (27.2 km)Duration: (7 - 8 hours) DAY 15: Trek to Besisahar It’s our final day of trekking as you continue to the village of Besisahar. This village is the end of the road where all public transportation comes to an end. We continue to descend into the valleys of the Annapurna’s are low elevation. Watch for the changes in vegetation; we are entering into a sub-tropical region. Elevation: (760 m/2,493 ft.)Distance: (34.8 km)Duration: (Drive: 5 - 6 hours) DAY 16: Drive to Kathmandu Today you will ride to Kathmandu. The return journey will take us along a number of rivers to Mugling to cross the Trisuli River and journey north to your hotel in Kathmandu. In the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner with your guide and porters from Himalayan Planet Adventures Distance: (175.6 km)Duration: (Drive: 5 - 6 hours) DAY 17: Departure-
The incredible trek to Mt. Manaslu circuit adventure has come to an end. These 17 days have been fabulous! No doubt you’re feeling kind of sad having to leave today. But you really don’t have to. You can extend your trip to explore other amazing places in Nepal. You can even plan your return trip. Be sure to talk to your friends at the HPA team to make further plans for Himalayan adventures.
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