Trekking around Manaslu offers quite a unique opportunity to experience a reasonably untouched region of Nepal. This region sees few trekkers, which makes the visit here more exclusive and unspoiled. Manaslu, open for trekking since 1991, provides spectacular beauty along the border of Nepal and Tibet. It is now a controlled trekking route, allowing organized trekking groups special permits to gain entry into this region to venture around its spectacular Manaslu circuit.
Manaslu has a unique environment, which is exceptionally rich in biodiversity that has made this region one of the finest tourist destinations of Nepal for many years. The majestic Himalayan ranges in this area consist of cultural diversities and natural scenery with high altitude romantic glacier lakes and fascinating flora and fauna. All features of this region, have made it as one of the most attractive places of Nepal. The Manaslu trekking route is less crowded and provides the basic facilities to the trekkers. The trekkers get to eat the local eateries and accommodate in the most rudimentary spaces which gives them the insight of the local village life of Nepal. This is also one of the reason that makes the trekking in this area pristine and worthwhile.
Tour program
Day 1
Arrivée à l'aéroport de Katmandou (1 400 m/4 593 ft)
One of our officials will greet you at the Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu, upon your arrival. We will take you to the hotel in our private tourist vehicle. Pre-trip meeting will be done and you will meet with your trip guide. Make sure to confirm your queries about trekking in the mountains.
Note: Pre-trip meeting will be done at the office if you arrive before 4 pm and in your hotel itself if you arrive later in the evening. Be sure to bring two copies of passport-sized photos and a readable copy of your travel insurance policy to the meeting. These documents help to acquire trekking permits and related documentation during the trek. Pay the remaining balance of your invoice and sign in the legally binding trip form and non-liability disclaimer.
Overnight at hotel. No meals included.
Start point
Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal
Day 2
Route vers Machha Khola (900 m/2 952 ft) via Soti Khola en 4x4 privé - 8 à 10 heures
After the morning breakfast, we leave for Machha Khola, the starting point of our trek. From Kathmandu to Dhading Besi is a 3-hour comfortable drive on a concrete paved road. After this is a bumpy and winding dirt road to Machha Khola which takes from 5 to 7 hours depending on the traffic and road condition. The total drive for the day will approximately be 8 to 10 hours. The road to Machha Khola from Soti Khola was recently constructed and it isn’t paved in concrete. We will be sending a private 4WD vehicle for you and assigning an experienced driver.
Overnight at guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
Day 3
Trekking jusqu'à Jagat (1 340 m/4 396 ft) - 6 à 7 heures
After crossing the Machha Khola (River) and Khrola besi, there is a hot spring called Tatopani. The trail follows a forest reaching Dovan, below which flows the massive Budi Gandaki. As the elevation increases, the rapids and the scenery undergoes a complete transformation.
Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Day 4
Trek jusqu'à Deng (1 860 m/6 102 ft) - 7 à 8 heures
After ascending to the terraced hill of Saguleri and view of Sringi Himal (7,177 m) from Jagat, we continue towards Sirish Gaon. The gandaki valley narrows from herewith soaring precipitous walls. The trail goes through a bamboo forest. We follow the trail upstream of Deng River and arrive at a tiny village called Deng.
Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Day 5
Trek jusqu'à Ghap (2 660 m/8 727 ft) - 5 à 6 heures
Today the trek is quite longer and harder than on previous days. We can see amazing fields of flowering mustard. After some hours of walking, we reach Ghap (2660m). After reaching Ghap we can hear the pleasant sound of the waterfall and observe ancient writings and art in the stones.
Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Day 6
Trekking jusqu'à Lho (3 180 m/10 433 ft) - 6 à 7 heures
Today, we will trek to Namrung village. We will have lunch at Namrung with a fantastic view of Ganesh and Siringi Himal. The views of these mountains accompany you walking to Lho from Lihi and Lamagaon. We walk across the Hinan River originating from Linda Glacier and continue on to Sho. After some hours of walking, we reach Lho Gaon, a beautiful village with a nice view of Mt. Manaslu.
Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Day 7
Trekking jusqu'à Samagaon (3 530 m/11 581 ft) - 7 à 8 heures
Naike Peak, Manaslu North (7,774 m), and Manaslu (8,150 m) are visible from Lho. On the top of the hill, we can have a look around the Buddhist monastery Ribung Gompa. Our destination village is Samagaon and that’s where we will head after that.
Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
Day 8
Exploration à Samagaun (3 530 m/11 581 ft) - 7 à 8 heures
We stay today at Samagaon for acclimatization and take this time to explore around. We can either visit Pungyen Gompa and glacial Lake Birendra Tal (4-5 hours) or we can take a walk to Manaslu Base Camp and return back to Samagaon (6-7 hours)
Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
Day 9
Trek jusqu'à Samdo (3 860 m/12 664 ft) - 5 à 6 heures
Today we climb a terraced hill on the opposite bank of Budhi Gandaki River and then towards a most remote permanent settlement – Samdo.
Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Day 10
Trek jusqu'à Dharmashala (4 460 m/14 633 ft) - 4 à 5 heures
We walk to Dharmasala on the trail that is quite similar to the trail from Sama Gaun to Samdo. Dharmashala is also known as Larke Phedi. There is one small stone guest house here which gives the basic facility of food and the lodging will be in dormitory styled rooms.
Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
Day 11
Trek via le col de Larkya La (5 160 m/16 929 ft) jusqu'à Bimthang - 7 à 8 heures
We walk to Dharmasala on the trail that is quite similar to the trail from Sama Gaun to Samdo. Dharmashala is also known as Larke Phedi. There is one small stone guest house here which gives the basic facility of fooding and the lodging will be in dormitory-styled rooms.
Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Day 12
Trekking jusqu'à Tilije (2 300 m/7 546 ft) - 5 à 6 heures
The route gets easier. We start with a gentle climb through paddy fields towards the small Karcha La Pass and descend through fig trees and rhododendron forests to Tilje.
Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Day 13
Trek jusqu'à Tal (1 430 m/4 691 ft) - 6 à 7 heures
We start to pass through villages with denser populations on our way to Tal. After a few hours of walking, we reach Dharapani (1860m) where we can take lunch. From this point, we enter the Annapurna Circuit section. The trail goes through several streams and fields of wheat. We cross a suspension bridge over the Marshyangdi River and arrive at Tal. The beautiful village is situated on the bank of the river and there is a large waterfall you can enjoy watching.
Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
Day 14
Route de Tal à Katmandou via Besisahar (760 m/2 493 ft)
We hop onto a 4WD vehicle to reach Kathmandu via Besisahar. The road is rough and bumpy up to Besisahar and smoother from then. Enjoying the sceneries of hills and rivers along the highway, we reach Kathmandu after 8 to 9 hours of driving.
Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Farewell Dinner included.
Day 15
Transfert à l'aéroport international pour votre dernier département
The trip concludes – our airport representative will drop you at the Kathmandu international airport for your final flight departure from Nepal.
Breakfast included.
End point
Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal
Tour Details
accommodation
Hébergement en chambre double dans un hôtel 3 étoiles à Katmandou, avec petit-déjeuner.
Hébergement en guesthouse à deux lits pendant le trek dans la région du Manaslu pendant 12 nuits.
flights
Prix du vol international et taxe de départ de l'aéroport
guide
Guide anglophone diplômé et expérimenté d'Ace the Himalaya
porteurs pendant le trek pour porter les bagages (1 porteur pour 2 clients)
insurance
Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered.
meals
Petits déjeuners à Katmandou
Tous vos repas standard pendant le trek (petit-déjeuner, déjeuner et dîner), y compris une boisson chaude et des fruits de saison.
Eau filtrée sur les sentiers à l'aide du filtre à eau de poche Katadyn
Un dîner d'adieu lors de la dernière nuit au Népal.
others
Permis pour la zone de conservation du Manaslu (MCAP), permis pour la zone de conservation de l'Annapurna (ACAP), permis TIMS (Trekkers Management Information System) et frais pour la zone restreinte pour le trekking.
Salaires, hébergement, repas, équipement, assurance et médicaments pour l'ensemble du personnel.
Le sac de voyage/kit de 1 Ace the Himalaya, la carte de randonnée, le chapeau de soleil et le certificat d'achèvement du voyage.
Tous les frais administratifs et les taxes gouvernementales
Toutes les boissons, y compris l'eau en bouteille et l'eau bouillie
Pourboires au personnel de trekking et au chauffeur
Visa d'entrée au Népal (le visa peut être obtenu facilement après votre arrivée à l'aéroport international Tribhuvan de Katmandou, au prix de 50 USD pour un visa de 30 jours et de 125 USD pour un visa de 90 jours).
Equipement personnel de trekking
Toutes les dépenses autres que celles mentionnées dans la section "Prix inclus" Déjeuner et dîner à Katmandou
transport
Tous les transferts aéroportuaires (internationaux et nationaux) dans un véhicule touristique.
Transfert terrestre de Katmandou à Soti Khola et Tal à Katmandou en bus public et de Tal à Besisahar en Jeep partagée.
Good to know
Currency
NPR
Nepalese Rupee
Népal
Customer reviews
Operator
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