About this experience
ON SHORT
The word Manasalu is derived from a Sanskrit word 'MANASA' which means the spirit of Mountains. This trek was officially opened to tourists in 1991, which offers a unique opportunity to experience the relatively “untouched” region. This epic trip circumnavigates the entire massif with an insight into the cultures of ethnic Nepalese tribes and peoples of both Hinduism, Buddhism religion, but mountaineering expeditions have had long access to the area. In 1950 a party led by H.W. Tillman trekked from Thonje to Bimtang and col. Jimmy Roberts crossed the Larkya La (Pass) looking for an interesting mountain to climb. Manaslu (8,163m) was attempted by Japanese Expeditions every year from 1952 until 1956 when the first ascent was made. Having become known as "JapaneseMountain" much of the information about the area was available in Japanese.
At a glance
- Duration: 384 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 384 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
What is included
- Support Sherpa staffs
- Insurance of all local team members
- All required trekking permits
- Farewell celebration dinner
- Half-day world heritage sites tour with guide & private transport
- Required number of porters
- All meals of high quality and hygienic (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Trek First Aid Kit
- All airport/hotel/airport transfers by private vehicles
- Trek sleeping bag and Down Jacket (on rental basis)
- An Experience Sherpa Trek Guide
- 3 (four) nights 3 star hotel accommodation on twin sharing BB basis
- All hot drinks and beverages (tea, coffee, hot chocolate, treated drinking water etc.)
- Trek duffle bag to each trek member
- Conservation/National park fees and all govt. taxes
Not included
- Bottle water, boiled water, soft drinks, beers
- International departure taxes
- Medical/personal high risk insurance, (must cover emergency evacuation cost)
- Personal trek gears
- Major meals in Kathmandu
- Tips to the local staff
- Cost of personal expenses i.e. telephone calls, laundry, Toiletry items etc.
Itinerary and highlights
Day 1 Arrival in Kathmandu, transfer to hotel and trek briefing+
Day 2 City sightseeing, Packing & Preparations+
Day 3 Drive to Jagat via Arughat (1340m) - 12 hours+
Day 4 Trek to Philim (1,570m) - 3 hours / 6.5km+
Day 5 Trek to Deng (1,860m) - 5 hours / 13.5km+
Day 6 Trek to Namrung (2,630m) - 6 hours / 18km+
Day 7 Trek to Shyala (3,500m) - 5 hours / 12km+
Day 8 Hike to Pung Gyen Monastery and to Sama Goan (3,520m) - 5 hours / 12km+
Day 9 Hiking to Birendra Kunda & towards Manaslu Base Camp (4,800 m)+
Day 10 Trek to Samdo (3,875m) - 3 hours / 7.8km+
Day 11 Trek to Larkya Rest House (Dharmasala) at (4,460m) - 4 hours / 7.5km+
Day 12 Trek over Larkya La Pass (5,160m) and to Bimtang (3,630m) – 8-10 hours / 14km+
Day 13 Trek to Tilje (2,300m) - 7 hours / 18.5km+
Day 14 Drive to Kathmandu via Beshishar – 4+7 hours+
Day 15 Kathmandu, free and easy day, shopping etc.+
Day 16 Int’l departure for onward flight to home+
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Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Dream Himalaya Adventures Pvt Ltd
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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