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 This extended and strenuous trek, circling
the Manaslu range was opened to trekking in 1992 along
with Mustang. Going north, up the river valley of the
Buri Gandaki and then behind Mt. Himalchuli (7893 m.),
Peak 29 (7839 m.) and Mt. Manaslu (8118 m.) to cross
the Larkya La Pass at 5213 m., this fascinating trek
explores areas and the way of life unchanged for decades
and maybe, even centuries. Strenuous trekking is constantly
rewarded with brilliant mountain vistas of the Ganesh
and Manaslu Himal ranges and insights into the cultures
of a cross-section of ethnic Nepalese tribes and peoples
of Gurung, Magar, Tamang and Bhotias (Tibetan) who inhibit
the region. The trek starts from Gorkha and passes through
the village of Kalikathan to Arughat Bazaar on the bank
of the Buri Gandaki River heading north up the Buri
Gandaki river valley. The trail passes through the villages
of Khani Gaon, Setibas, Nyak, Namru and Samagaon to
cross the Larkya La (5213 m.) and then joins the river
valley of the Dudh Khola. From here, the trail heads
south to the Dudh Khola's confluence with the Marsyangdi
River at the village of Thonje and continues through
the villages of Chamje and Nayagaon to Besisahar from
where you drive back to Kathmandu. This trek offers
much more than just mountains.
Day to day itinerary
Day 01: Upon arrival
in Kathmandu a representative will meet you at the airport
and transfer you to your Hotel.
Day 02: Free day in Kathmandu to make
the final preparations for your trek or do some exploring
on your own. We will be happy to arrange sightseeing
tours of the valley for you if you desire. O/N Hotel
Day 03: Early morning drive to Gorkha.
Day 04: Trek to Aru Bazar 490m
Day 05: Trek to Soti 760m
Day 06: Trek to Labu Besi 820m
Day 07: Trek to Tatopani 930m
Day 08: Trek to Jagat 1360m
Day 09: Trek to Philim 1590m
Day 10: Trek to Deng 1920m
Day 11: Trek to Namru 2550m
Day 12: Trek to Lho Gaun 3180m
Day 13: Trek to Sama Gompa 3360m
Day 14: Explore day in Sama Gompa
Day 15: Rest in Sampa Gompa
Day 16: Trek to Larke Bazar 4390m
Day 17: Rest in Larke Bazar
Day 18: Trek to Larke Phedi 1680m
Day 19: Trek to Bahundanda 1260m
Day 20: Trek to Naya Gaun 920m
Day 21: Trek to Besi Sahar.
Day 22: Drive back to Kathmandu. Transfer
to the Hotel. A free afternoon in Kathmandu
Day 23: These are "cushion" days
in case bad weather or other circumstances delay your
return to Kathmandu. Otherwise, they can be used for
sightseeing around Kathmandu valley or free for shopping
days. O/N Hotel.
Day 24: Depart Katmandu |
