Manaslu Base Camp - Nepal
Trip details
Destination :
Manaslu BC - Lamjung district - Annapurna region
Grade : 3 : Arduous
1 : Easy | 2 : Moderate | 3 : Arduous | 4 : Strenuous | 5 : Very arduous
Dates :
Best season :
March | April - August | October
Cost per pers : € 2,400 euros
Special trekking permit : included
Group size : 4 - 10
Single supplementary / under 4 pers: € 200 euros
Recommended previous experience :
Further info :
Extra service (with supplement) :
Guided visit of Kathmandu - 1/2 day
Ayurveda massage - 1/2 day
Shopping gear tour - 1/2 day
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 route 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 this gives one of the most exciting cultural discoveries. 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 hostile, breathtaking and remote environments.
Itinerary
- Day 01: Welcome in Kathmandu and transfer to your hotel
- Day 02: Breifing and packing day. O/N Hotel
- 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. 2,300m, 5/6 hours walk
- Day 11: Trek to Namrung, alt. 2,650m, 5/6 hours walk
- Day 12: Trek to Syala village, alt 3,500m
- Day 13: Trek to Sama village, alt. 3,500m
- Day 14: Acclimatization and rest day.
- Day 15: Trek to Larke Phedi, alt. 4500m
- Day 16: Crossing Larkya La pass, alt. 5,213m and Trek to Thonje, 6 hours walk
- Day 17: Trek to Dharapani, alt. 1,900m, 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: Free day in Kathmandu.Celebration dinner
- Day 23: International departure
Trekking Route
The Manaslu region opened to trekkers in the early 1990'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 unique way of life.
Awe-inspiring views of the Himalayan range including Mt.Manaslu, Mt.Dhaulagiri and Annapurna with Himalayan summits.
Is Manaslu BC trekking a challenging trip ?
The Manaslu Trek is a very challenging trek in a remote region. The route climbs to 5,000m altitude in this restricted area. You cross magnificent wooded valleys, spectacular gorges and a high altitude pass.
The Larka La is a non-technical pass but the trek is a demanding hike through isolated areas with no rescue facilities. This 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 trek 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 will allow you to take part of the trek.
Your guide could also slightly vary itinerary depending on your ability to acclimatize properly. Be prepared for itinerary changes in case of bad weather or poorly maintained trails.
Acclimatization program & AMS
Acute mountain sickness can affect trekkers no matter what age or gender from 2,500m altitude upwards. Thus, the Manaslu BC trek is designed in the main to provide the best acclimatization possible. The trail steadily ascends upwards to gain progressive altitude crossing the River trail, deep gorges and lush forests.
You gradually gain altitude to reach Syala village and then Sama village at same altitude to finally enjoy an extra rest day surrounded by stunning mountain views. The body will have enough time to adjust to altitude and the lack of oxygen before the Larkya La Pass crossing at 5,213m altitude.
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 unrivaled 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 are a hard working team with strong enthusiasm to making your trip an unforgettable adventure. Along the way, yaks carry most of the gear to keep you in good shape during the trek.
Campsite accommodation trek
The trek leads into untouched Himalayan regions. It requires heavy logistics as all supplies have to be carried by porters and Yaks. The trek is tented / tea-house accommodation. We provide all camping gear and tents (dining, toilets, and showers) including comfortable mattresses.
Meals
3 meals a day are provided during your trek. Extra care is taken on your personal diet and hygiene. The food is 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 important to avoid any illness related to food and 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. 4,000m. Your travel insurance policy should also include covering for medical expenses, helicopter rescue and repatriation.
Eco-friendly behaviour
Reach Summit feels 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 rubbish 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
Price Includes
- 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.
Price does not include :
- 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
- Tips
- Visa
