Manaslu Base Camp - Nepal

  

Trip details

 

Located in Western Nepal in the Gorkha District, the Manaslu region opened in 1991 for trekking and still allows limited numbers of trekkers. This untouched trekking routes offers spectacular mountains views and a genuine adventure with spectacular beauty and cultural diversity. Trekking along the Tibetan border, the circuit gets into the Gurka region and crosses ancient Tibetan traders traveling routes. The inhabitants are Tibetan, Gurung, Magar, Chhetri and Tamang for one of  the most exciting cultural discovery. Crossing the Larkya La pass at 5100m is a challenging experience but offers majestic views of altitude peaks of the Himalayan ranges and glacier lakes.

 

Manaslu BC trek is a fabulous challenge for those who want to confront with hostile, breathtaking and remote environnement.
 

Itinerary

 

- Day 01: Welcome in Kathmandu and transfer to your hotel
- Day 02: Breifing and packing day
- Day 03: Drive to Gorkha
- Day 04: Trek to Khanchock
- Day 05: Trek to Arughat, alt. 600m
- Day 06: Trek to Soti khola, alt. 750m, 6 hours walk
- Day 07: Trek to  Machha khola, alt.900m, 6/7 hours walk
- Day 08: Trek to Jagat
> Enter Restricted Area
- Day 09: Trek to Ukawa
- Day 10: Trek to Ngyak, alt. 2300m, 5/6 hours walk
- Day 11: Trek to Namrung, alt. 2650m, 5/6 hours walk
- Day 12: Trek to Syala village, alt 3500m
- Day 13: Trek to Sama village, alt. 3500m
- Day 14: Acclimatization and rest day.
- Day 15: Trek to Larke Phedi, alt. 4500m
- Day 16: Crossing Larkya La pass, alt. 5213m and Trek to Thonje, 6 hours walk
- Day 17: Trek to Dharapani, alt. 1900m, 6 hours walk
> Exit Restricted Area
- Day 18: Trek to Jagat, 5/6 hours walk
- Day 19: Trek to Ngadi, 5 hours walk
- Day 20: Trek to Besi Shahar, alt. 823m
- Day 21: Drive to Kathmandu,  7/8 hours walk
- Day 22: Rest day in Kathmandu and celebration dinner
- Day 23: International departure

 

Trekking Route

 

The Manaslu region opened to trekkers in the early 90's whereas climbing expeditions were allowed in the area during the climbing season. This is a restricted area that requires a special trekking permit per person and per week, a Liaison officer and a minimum group size.

 

The Manaslu Circuit trek starts from Gorkha and offers one of the best ways to explore the diverse cultures and lifestyles of mixed Tibetan, Gurkha & Gurung people. The trek is culturally fascinating and gives you the opportunity to meet different communities with their own lifestyle. Awe-inspiring views of the Himalayan range including Mt.Manaslu, Mt.Dhaulagiri and Annapurna with Himalaya summits will give special glimpses of those fascinating mountains.

 

Is Manaslu BC trek a challenging trip ?

 

The Manaslu Trek is a very challenging trek in remote region. The route climbs to 5000m altitude in restricted area. You cross magnificient wooded valleys, spectacular gorges and a high altitude pass.

 

The Larka La is a non-techincal pass but the trek is a demanding hike through isolated areas with no rescue facilities. The trail can be rough and steep, you should be able to walk during long hours carrying your daypack. Some of the days will be quite long, and the walking would feel more arduous with altitude.

 

The trail is a good track but rough, bumpy and steep with rocky sections in high altitude pass. With altitude and the cold, you may be more sensitive to AMS when crossing Larkya Glaciers. Walking, running, cycling or/and swimming several times a week before your trek is recommended to be in excellent physical and mental condition. Altitude has to be considered as you can suffer from AMS. We will require a medical certificate that allow you to take part of the trek.

 

Your guide could also slightly vary itinerary depending on your ability to acclimatize properly. Be prepare to itinerary changes in case of bad weather or poorly maintained trails. 

 

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Acclimatization program & AMS

 

Acute mountain sickness can affect trekkers no matter age or gender from 2500m altitude. Thus, The Manaslu BC trek is designed in the aim to provide the best acclimatization possible. The trail steadily ascends up to gain progressive altitude crossing River trail, deep gorges and lush forest. You gradually gain altitude to reach Syala village and then Sama village at same altitude to finally enjoy an extra rest day surrounded by magnificient mountain views. The body will have enough time to ajust to altitude and the lack of oxygen before the Larkya La pass crossing at 5213m altiude.

 

 

Team

 

The guides are highly skilled professionals and most of them are either Gurung or Sherpa people native from the Manaslu region. They have an unrevail knowledge of the local customs, the culture and the fauna of the region. They have years of knowledge and experience and believe in sharing their passion of adventure providing an incomparable cultural insight of the country. From guides to cooks or porters, the staff is a hard working team with strong enthusiasm making your trip an unforgattable adventure. Along the way, yaks carry most of the gear and bags to keep you in good shape during the trek.

 

Campsite accommodation trek

 

The trek leads you into untouched the wild Himalaya. The trip requires heavy logistics as all supplies have to be carried by porters and yaks. The trek is fully tented and tea-house on the way provide comfort and allow you to make fabulous encounters with various customs and different lifestyle. We provide all camping gear and tents (dining, toilet, shower) including comfortable mattresses for your tent.

 

Meals

 

3 meals a day are provided during your trek. We take an extra care on your personal diet and the hygiene. The products are carefully selected to prepare tasty local and western courses to vary the menu on each day trek with Nepali, Tibetan and Continental meals. Hygiene is particularly respected to avoid any illness related to food in order to remain in excellent condition during your trek. 

 

Insurance

 

Your insurance policy should mention that trekking activities are involved and it should be designed specifically with the needs of adventure and outdoors travel over alt. 4000m. Your travel insurance policy should also include covering for medical expenses, helicopter rescue and repatriation.
 

 

Eco-friendly behaviour

 

Reach Summit feel very concerned about environmental impact of human activities in pristine regions.  Please keep in mind that you are not allowed to pollute or leave your garbage in this fragile ecosystem. Your guide will collect your rabbish every morning to be brought back at the end of the trip. Ask your guide to pick up your small plastic bags, bottles or litter. Use the toilet tent facilities provided, do not leave toilet-paper behind you and always behave as a responsible trekker. 

 

What does the trip include

 

- Welcome at the airport
- 4 nights hotel, twin sharing accommodation in Kathmandu on B&B basis.
- Airport transfers Airport - Hotel - Airport in Kathmandu.
- Members Transportation on day 3 and 21 by private vehicle
- Park fees for Manalsu area.
- Restricted area trekking permit.
- Experienced Guide, Cook and Kitchen assistants.
- Necessary porters, yakmen & yaks.
- Trekking tents, Kitchen Tent, Toilet Tent.
- Comfortable dining tent.
- Table, chairs and kitchen ustensils.
- Mattress during the trekking.
- Food for trekking with 3 meals a day : breakfast, lunch, dinner.
- Trekking allowance, food allowance for trekking crews.
- Trekking crews insurance.
- Portable Gamow bag.
- Satellite phone.

- International flight to / from Kathmandu with applicable airport taxes.
- Main meals in Kathmandu - Lunch & dinner
- Personal clothing, equipement and trekking gear
- Travel / Personal / Medical insurance including Helicopter rescue
- Rescue evacuation in case of emergency
- 4 season sleeping bag - down highly recommended
- All personal expenses (laundry, telephone, internet ...)
- Bar bills, Mineral water & Beverages
- Departures taxes
- Tips
- Visas

 

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Deposit Euro €600.00

Final installment Euro €1,495.00 Single traveler €1,655.00