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Thursday, September 1, 2011
Manaslu Trekking
The Manaslu Round/Circuit Trekking offers a perfect combination of rich culture heritage, unsurpassed Himalayan beauty, and a rich mountain biological diversity. Round Manaslu, Manaslu/ Larkya La circuit is strenuous trek and require a good experience of trekking and a good physical condition. The trek ascends through Buri Gandaki River to Larkya La Pass 5113m with attractive views of Himalchuli (7893m.), Manaslu 8118m, Ganesh Himal, Ngadi Chuli (7879m.) or (peak 29) and other mountains, beautiful varied landscape and different flora and fauna.
Mt. Manaslu is located east of the Annapurna range. We can extend this trek with Tsun Valley trek. Manaslu’s incomparable beauty and rich blend of Tibetan and Nepalese culture offer a true adventure for visitors to Nepal. Here you will find the mountains and valleys covered with diverse and pristine eco-systems. Fantastic Mountain views, rich culture.
TRIP FACTS
Destination: Manaslu Round / Larke La
Trip Duration: 22 Days
Season: Summer and Autum
Trip Start/End: Kathmandu
Trek Start: Arughat
Trek End: Besisahar
Trek Type: Camping
Accommodation: Camp, lodge (camping)
Transportation: Bus/CAR/Van
Altitude: 700m - 5213m
Grade:
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu, reception at the airport and transfer to hotel and rest of day personal activities.
Day 02: Kathmandu valley sightseeing, preparation and trekking brief as well as introduction with all the staffs.
This day we drive by private bus in the morning to Arughat. During our drive to Arughat we pass Trisuli River (famous for rafting), Akhu River (from Ganesh himal) and Budi Gandaki (from Mt.Manaslu). The road is nice until Dhading Bensi after that there is gravel road .It takes about 7/8 hours driving to get Arughat. The Arughat is the border of Dhading district and Gorkha district. It is big town of this area. We sleep at tent camp here for overnight.
Day 04: Trek to Sati Khola (730m) 4-5 hours walking and O/N at Tented Camp.
Mangaltar- Shanta bazaar- Arkhet Bazaar- Keurenipani- Soti Khola
This morning, our cook will provide wake up tea and a bowl of hot water each of you. After freshen up with hot water. We offer the breakfast and then trek to Soti Khola. Trek to Soti Khola is easy and nice walking. We pass the terrace of rice and millet. During our walking we see the view of Sring Himal. During our hike we pass many small villages like Mangltar, Shanta Bazaar, Arkhet etc. It takes us 4/5 hours walking to Soti Khola and then overnight at tent camp.
Day 05: Trek to Machhakhola (930m.) 5-6 hours walking and O/N at Tented Camp.
Khursani Bari – Lapubensi – Nauli Khola – Khanibesi – Machhakhola gaon
We get up as usual time in the morning and have breakfast. Today, we trek to Machhakhola Gaon. It is about 5/6 hours walking to get there. During our trek we see many local people and their life style. It makes us more pleasure. Most of the people are from gurung caste in this area. They have their own language and cultural dress. We pass Khursani Bari, Labubensi( Gurung village) and other small village. The trail is up and down hill. We walk left side of the Buri Gandaki River. Finally we get the Machhakhola Goan. It is nice village. It lies near the Buri Gandaki. It is the village of gurung people.
Day 06: trek to Yarukhola (1330m) 6-7 hours walking and O/N at Tented Camp.
Khorlabesi – Tatopani – Dovan – Thuludunga – Yaru Khola.
In this day, we get up and do our morning activities. We have the breakfast and then we start to our trek. It is nice walking trail to Yarukhola. It is about 6/7 hours walking to get there. During our trek, we pass many small villages. We also pass this day Tatopani (Natural Hot spring). The trail to Tatopani is easy . From the hot spring the trail climbs over another ridge, and then crosses the Buri Gandaki on a suspension bridge in a state of moderate decay. Now on the eastern side of the river, the trail climbs on a wide, well-crafted staircase, then across a landslide. The route climbs on a rugged, rocky trail to Yarukhola and then overnight at tent camp / teahouse.
Day 07: Trek to Philim (1590m) 5-6 hours walking and O/N at Tented Camp.
Jagat – Salleri – Sirdibas – Philim
After doing morning usual activities, we have breakfast. We start to hike.After walking while we cross to the west bank of the Buri Gandaki. We continue along the river. During the trek, we pass many nice villages such as Jagat (Conservation and Restricted entry point), Salleri and Sirdibas. In the trail there are decrepit stone kani and several mani walls indicate that the trek is now entering a region of Tibetan influence, although the people are still gurung. Cross the bridge and climb up to Philim, a large gurung village with fields of corn and millet. It takes about 4 hours to get there and the overnight at tent camp/ tea house.
Day 08: Trek to Deng (1800m) 6-7 hours walking and O/N at Tented Camp.
Ekle Bhatti – Nigala Gari – Pewa Khola – Deng
This day, we trek to Deng. It is the beautiful walking trail with water fall and pine trees. This day, we split the trail to Sun Valley trail near from Ekle Bhatti. While walking this trail we pass some small village as Ekle Bhatti, Nigala Gari and the Pewa Khola. We cross the bridge of Buri Gandaki many times before the Pewa Khola and we walk through the Bomboo. It is 5hours walking to get Deng. The trail is easy. It is not steep. It is small and nice village.
Day 09: Trek to Ghapsya (2250m) 4-5 hours walking and O/N at the tented camp.
Ranagaon - Bihi Phedi – Ghap – Ghapsya
This day, we start with down hill to the River, cross the Buri Gandaki. We climb up to Ranagaon. It is nice and typical village. After walking little bit you can see the Bihi village. We walk through Bihi Phedi not the village. You can see the view of Buri Gandaki is looking like a tranquil lake above a collection of that form a dam. After walking little bit, there are two trails. One goes through Prok. The Prok has several Gompas. We have to cross Buri Gandaki Bridge to go to Prok. The other trail goes straight to Ghap. We have cross the Sringi Khola Bridge and then continue to Ghapsya. Ghapsya is a small village. It takes about 4-5 hours to get there.
Day 10: Trek to Lho (3180m) 4-5 hours walking and O/N at Tented Camp.
Namrung – Ligaon – Syogaon – Lhogaon
After the breakfast, we start our trek. Beginning of the trail, we walk through the jungle. When we are close to Namrung village the trail is steep up. As soon as we reach in Namrung village we can see view of Himal chilli and others small mountains. Now we enter in upper side of Manaslu where the dialect change to a form of Tibetan and most people dress in chubas, the Tibetan –style wraparound cloak. We pass many walls. It takes 6 hours to get there. Lhogaon is nice village from where you can see the view of Manaslu.
Day 11: Trek to Samagaon (3517m) 4 hours walking and O/N at Tented Camp. Syalagaon – Samagaon
At the beginning, we drop down to the Damonan Khola, crossing bridge and then ascend to Syalagoan. It is nice, old village. We can see the nice view of Himalchuli (7893m.), Ngadi Chuli (7879m.) and the Manaslu (8163m.). Local people call Manaslu as Ghanpurge. When we cross the Thosang Khola then we descend to Samagaon. It is a big town in this area. It is about 3 hours walking from Lho to Samagaon village. In the afternoon we can walk around Kargyu chholing Gompa and the village.
Day 12: Rest and acclimatization day and O/N at Tented Camp.
It is the day for acclimatization day for us. We do small hiking this day. There are many places for hiking.
Day 13: trek to Sando (3800m. 3hours walking) and O/N at Tented Camp.
Now we follow it to a wooden bridge over a side stream. The trail to the left leads to Manaslu Base camp. Another trail is for Larke La.The Larya La trail passes several mani walls as the valley begins to widen. It is easy trail on shelf above the river past juniper and birch forests. It is about 3 hours walking to get Samdo. It is small village. You’ll likely have some time to kill so consider hiking up pass the prayer flags to Samdo Peak for fine views of Manaslu.
Day 14: Trek to Dharamashala (4480) 5-6 hours walking and O/N at Tented Camp.
We decend on a wide, gentle trail from Sando past many fields to a large mani wall and stone archway. Drop to the river, which is now very small and narrow, and cross it on a wooden bridge. Iron pole marks the trail climb to Dharmashala. There is right as well. The trail follows the Tibet. We do not take this trail. The trail becomes hard at the beginning but later on it becomes easier. Dharmashala / Larke Rest house has a clammy large stone house for porters and Kitchen. Now there is a nice lodge as well. The trail is about 3-4 hours walking to get there. We can do some hiking rest of the day.
Day 15: Larkya La pass (5113m) 7-8 hours walking and trek down to Bhimtang (3890m) and O/N at Tented Camp.
Today is one of the hardest and long days in this trek. We start our trek 5:30 a.m. in the morning. The trail is not very steep but it is high so we do not feel comfortable to walk here. It takes about 4-5 hours to get top of Larkya La pass. During our trek, we see many Mountain views of Himlung Himal (7126m.), Cheo Himal (6820m.), Gyaji Kung (7030m.), Kang guru (6981m.) and the Annapruna II (7937m.). We also see the many small lakes. We stay at the top for couple of minutes and then we trek down. The down hill trail is very steep. If there is ice, it will be very difficult to get down. It is better if you have crampon. It is about 3-4 hours walking to the Bintang. It is long day to get here.
Day 16: Trek to Gho (3010m) 6 hours walking and O/N at Tented Camp.
Puktu Kharka – Surki – Gho
It is the best place to see wonderful mountains view of Himlung Himal (7126m.), Cheo Himal (6820m.), Gyaji Kung (7030m.), Kang guru (6981m.),Annapruna II (7937m.) and others around us. The trail from Bimtang to Gho is the entire down hill. We walk through the jungle but still we can see the view of Mt. Manaslu and others. This part of walking is very interesting part. If you are lucky you can see wild animal Longur (Monkey) and others. We follow all the way Dudh Khola. It is about 6 hours to get the Gho.
Day 17: Trek to Chamje (430m) 6-7 hours walking and O/N at Tented Camp.
Tilche – Dharapani – Karte – Tal – Chamche
It is way back to Kathmandu. Now most of the trail goes down hill. But we still can see the view of the Manaslu ranges. It is about 2 hours walking, we get Dharapani. It means, we inter in Annapurna region. This is touristy area. Many tourists visit this place. During this hiking, we pass Tilche, Dharapani, Karte, Tal and down to Chamche. It is about 6/7 hours to get here. We can see many tourist who is doing annapurna circuit trek.
Dharapani:
If you have time, we can extend our trip to Annapurna circuit from Dharapani. This trekking is very famous trek around the world.
Day 18: Trek to Bahundanda (1310m) 6 hours walking and O/N at Tented Camp.
Jagat - Syange – Ghermu – Khanigaon - Bahundanda
Day 19: Trek to Besishahar (825m) 5-6 hours walking and O/N at Tented Camp.
Ngadi Bazar - Bhulbhule - Khudi – Besishahar
Day 20: Drive to Kathmandu and O/N at the hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 21: rest and personal shopping day in Kathmandu.
Day 22: Departure to your home.
Mt. Manaslu is located east of the Annapurna range. We can extend this trek with Tsun Valley trek. Manaslu’s incomparable beauty and rich blend of Tibetan and Nepalese culture offer a true adventure for visitors to Nepal. Here you will find the mountains and valleys covered with diverse and pristine eco-systems. Fantastic Mountain views, rich culture.
TRIP FACTSDestination: Manaslu Round / Larke La
Trip Duration: 22 Days
Season: Summer and Autum
Trip Start/End: Kathmandu
Trek Start: Arughat
Trek End: Besisahar
Trek Type: Camping
Accommodation: Camp, lodge (camping)
Transportation: Bus/CAR/Van
Altitude: 700m - 5213m
Grade:
ITINERARY
Day 02: Kathmandu valley sightseeing, preparation and trekking brief as well as introduction with all the staffs.
- Pashupatinath / Hindu Temple.
- woyambu nath / monkey temple.
- Bouddhanath stupa.
- Kathmandu durbar square.
This day we drive by private bus in the morning to Arughat. During our drive to Arughat we pass Trisuli River (famous for rafting), Akhu River (from Ganesh himal) and Budi Gandaki (from Mt.Manaslu). The road is nice until Dhading Bensi after that there is gravel road .It takes about 7/8 hours driving to get Arughat. The Arughat is the border of Dhading district and Gorkha district. It is big town of this area. We sleep at tent camp here for overnight.
Day 04: Trek to Sati Khola (730m) 4-5 hours walking and O/N at Tented Camp.
Mangaltar- Shanta bazaar- Arkhet Bazaar- Keurenipani- Soti Khola
This morning, our cook will provide wake up tea and a bowl of hot water each of you. After freshen up with hot water. We offer the breakfast and then trek to Soti Khola. Trek to Soti Khola is easy and nice walking. We pass the terrace of rice and millet. During our walking we see the view of Sring Himal. During our hike we pass many small villages like Mangltar, Shanta Bazaar, Arkhet etc. It takes us 4/5 hours walking to Soti Khola and then overnight at tent camp.
Day 05: Trek to Machhakhola (930m.) 5-6 hours walking and O/N at Tented Camp.Khursani Bari – Lapubensi – Nauli Khola – Khanibesi – Machhakhola gaon
We get up as usual time in the morning and have breakfast. Today, we trek to Machhakhola Gaon. It is about 5/6 hours walking to get there. During our trek we see many local people and their life style. It makes us more pleasure. Most of the people are from gurung caste in this area. They have their own language and cultural dress. We pass Khursani Bari, Labubensi( Gurung village) and other small village. The trail is up and down hill. We walk left side of the Buri Gandaki River. Finally we get the Machhakhola Goan. It is nice village. It lies near the Buri Gandaki. It is the village of gurung people.
Day 06: trek to Yarukhola (1330m) 6-7 hours walking and O/N at Tented Camp.
Khorlabesi – Tatopani – Dovan – Thuludunga – Yaru Khola.
In this day, we get up and do our morning activities. We have the breakfast and then we start to our trek. It is nice walking trail to Yarukhola. It is about 6/7 hours walking to get there. During our trek, we pass many small villages. We also pass this day Tatopani (Natural Hot spring). The trail to Tatopani is easy . From the hot spring the trail climbs over another ridge, and then crosses the Buri Gandaki on a suspension bridge in a state of moderate decay. Now on the eastern side of the river, the trail climbs on a wide, well-crafted staircase, then across a landslide. The route climbs on a rugged, rocky trail to Yarukhola and then overnight at tent camp / teahouse.
Day 07: Trek to Philim (1590m) 5-6 hours walking and O/N at Tented Camp.
Jagat – Salleri – Sirdibas – Philim
After doing morning usual activities, we have breakfast. We start to hike.After walking while we cross to the west bank of the Buri Gandaki. We continue along the river. During the trek, we pass many nice villages such as Jagat (Conservation and Restricted entry point), Salleri and Sirdibas. In the trail there are decrepit stone kani and several mani walls indicate that the trek is now entering a region of Tibetan influence, although the people are still gurung. Cross the bridge and climb up to Philim, a large gurung village with fields of corn and millet. It takes about 4 hours to get there and the overnight at tent camp/ tea house.
Day 08: Trek to Deng (1800m) 6-7 hours walking and O/N at Tented Camp.Ekle Bhatti – Nigala Gari – Pewa Khola – Deng
This day, we trek to Deng. It is the beautiful walking trail with water fall and pine trees. This day, we split the trail to Sun Valley trail near from Ekle Bhatti. While walking this trail we pass some small village as Ekle Bhatti, Nigala Gari and the Pewa Khola. We cross the bridge of Buri Gandaki many times before the Pewa Khola and we walk through the Bomboo. It is 5hours walking to get Deng. The trail is easy. It is not steep. It is small and nice village.
Day 09: Trek to Ghapsya (2250m) 4-5 hours walking and O/N at the tented camp.
Ranagaon - Bihi Phedi – Ghap – Ghapsya
This day, we start with down hill to the River, cross the Buri Gandaki. We climb up to Ranagaon. It is nice and typical village. After walking little bit you can see the Bihi village. We walk through Bihi Phedi not the village. You can see the view of Buri Gandaki is looking like a tranquil lake above a collection of that form a dam. After walking little bit, there are two trails. One goes through Prok. The Prok has several Gompas. We have to cross Buri Gandaki Bridge to go to Prok. The other trail goes straight to Ghap. We have cross the Sringi Khola Bridge and then continue to Ghapsya. Ghapsya is a small village. It takes about 4-5 hours to get there.
Day 10: Trek to Lho (3180m) 4-5 hours walking and O/N at Tented Camp.
Namrung – Ligaon – Syogaon – Lhogaon
After the breakfast, we start our trek. Beginning of the trail, we walk through the jungle. When we are close to Namrung village the trail is steep up. As soon as we reach in Namrung village we can see view of Himal chilli and others small mountains. Now we enter in upper side of Manaslu where the dialect change to a form of Tibetan and most people dress in chubas, the Tibetan –style wraparound cloak. We pass many walls. It takes 6 hours to get there. Lhogaon is nice village from where you can see the view of Manaslu.
Day 11: Trek to Samagaon (3517m) 4 hours walking and O/N at Tented Camp. Syalagaon – Samagaon At the beginning, we drop down to the Damonan Khola, crossing bridge and then ascend to Syalagoan. It is nice, old village. We can see the nice view of Himalchuli (7893m.), Ngadi Chuli (7879m.) and the Manaslu (8163m.). Local people call Manaslu as Ghanpurge. When we cross the Thosang Khola then we descend to Samagaon. It is a big town in this area. It is about 3 hours walking from Lho to Samagaon village. In the afternoon we can walk around Kargyu chholing Gompa and the village.
Day 12: Rest and acclimatization day and O/N at Tented Camp.
It is the day for acclimatization day for us. We do small hiking this day. There are many places for hiking.
- Birendra tal (1 hours hiking).
- Pungyen Gompa (3-4 hours).
- Manaslu Base camp (full day hiking).
- Walk around the village.
Day 13: trek to Sando (3800m. 3hours walking) and O/N at Tented Camp.
Now we follow it to a wooden bridge over a side stream. The trail to the left leads to Manaslu Base camp. Another trail is for Larke La.The Larya La trail passes several mani walls as the valley begins to widen. It is easy trail on shelf above the river past juniper and birch forests. It is about 3 hours walking to get Samdo. It is small village. You’ll likely have some time to kill so consider hiking up pass the prayer flags to Samdo Peak for fine views of Manaslu.
Day 14: Trek to Dharamashala (4480) 5-6 hours walking and O/N at Tented Camp.
We decend on a wide, gentle trail from Sando past many fields to a large mani wall and stone archway. Drop to the river, which is now very small and narrow, and cross it on a wooden bridge. Iron pole marks the trail climb to Dharmashala. There is right as well. The trail follows the Tibet. We do not take this trail. The trail becomes hard at the beginning but later on it becomes easier. Dharmashala / Larke Rest house has a clammy large stone house for porters and Kitchen. Now there is a nice lodge as well. The trail is about 3-4 hours walking to get there. We can do some hiking rest of the day.
Day 15: Larkya La pass (5113m) 7-8 hours walking and trek down to Bhimtang (3890m) and O/N at Tented Camp.Today is one of the hardest and long days in this trek. We start our trek 5:30 a.m. in the morning. The trail is not very steep but it is high so we do not feel comfortable to walk here. It takes about 4-5 hours to get top of Larkya La pass. During our trek, we see many Mountain views of Himlung Himal (7126m.), Cheo Himal (6820m.), Gyaji Kung (7030m.), Kang guru (6981m.) and the Annapruna II (7937m.). We also see the many small lakes. We stay at the top for couple of minutes and then we trek down. The down hill trail is very steep. If there is ice, it will be very difficult to get down. It is better if you have crampon. It is about 3-4 hours walking to the Bintang. It is long day to get here.
Day 16: Trek to Gho (3010m) 6 hours walking and O/N at Tented Camp.
Puktu Kharka – Surki – Gho
It is the best place to see wonderful mountains view of Himlung Himal (7126m.), Cheo Himal (6820m.), Gyaji Kung (7030m.), Kang guru (6981m.),Annapruna II (7937m.) and others around us. The trail from Bimtang to Gho is the entire down hill. We walk through the jungle but still we can see the view of Mt. Manaslu and others. This part of walking is very interesting part. If you are lucky you can see wild animal Longur (Monkey) and others. We follow all the way Dudh Khola. It is about 6 hours to get the Gho.
Day 17: Trek to Chamje (430m) 6-7 hours walking and O/N at Tented Camp.
Tilche – Dharapani – Karte – Tal – Chamche
It is way back to Kathmandu. Now most of the trail goes down hill. But we still can see the view of the Manaslu ranges. It is about 2 hours walking, we get Dharapani. It means, we inter in Annapurna region. This is touristy area. Many tourists visit this place. During this hiking, we pass Tilche, Dharapani, Karte, Tal and down to Chamche. It is about 6/7 hours to get here. We can see many tourist who is doing annapurna circuit trek.
Dharapani:
If you have time, we can extend our trip to Annapurna circuit from Dharapani. This trekking is very famous trek around the world.
Day 18: Trek to Bahundanda (1310m) 6 hours walking and O/N at Tented Camp.
Jagat - Syange – Ghermu – Khanigaon - Bahundanda
Day 19: Trek to Besishahar (825m) 5-6 hours walking and O/N at Tented Camp.
Ngadi Bazar - Bhulbhule - Khudi – Besishahar
Day 20: Drive to Kathmandu and O/N at the hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 21: rest and personal shopping day in Kathmandu.
Day 22: Departure to your home.
PRICE INCLUDES:
- Airport / Hotel / Airport by private car/van/bus.
- Full board meal during trekking with Tea/ coffee (if it is camping trekking our cook prepare all meals).
- Tented / lodge accommodation during the trek. (If it is camping trekking we provide two men share tents, dining tents and tables, kitchen gears, toilet tents etc.)
- A local government license holder Trekking Guide during the trek., a cook, Kitchen boy, Spare, Sherpa required number of porters, their food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment, medicine.
- Boiled and purify drinking water for the trek.
- Manaslu restricted trekking permit fee.
- Manaslu / Annapurna Conservation area (MCAP) and (ACAP) permit fee.
- Surface Transfer to and from Kathmandu.
- First aid box.
- All the government taxes.
- Tourist service charge, vat.
- Official expense.
- Local seasonal fresh fruit like orange, banana, apple, grape etc
- Farewell dinner in Kathmandu after the trekking.
- Three night hotel in Kathmandu.
PRICE EXCLUDES:
- Soft and hard table drinks such as: coke, beer, mineral water.
- Rescue operation charge.
- Your travel insurance and trekking gears.
- Meals in Kathmandu.
- Personal shopping, Visa and Laundry.
- Tips for the staffs.
Wednesday, August 31, 2011
Annapurna circuit via Jomsom
The Annapurna circuit is situated in the western part of Nepal. Annapurna trekking is the most famous trekking in Nepal. About 60 percent of people who visit Nepal do Annapurna trekking. The Annapurna region is best described as the most happening trekking destination of Nepal. The Annapurna Circuit Trek has a reputation as a spectacular trekking route and has been constantly highly praised since it first opened to foreign trekkers in 1977. This two weeks trek starts right from Besishahar and goes along the Marshyangdi River, with great views of Manaslu and Himal Chuli to the east and Annapurna Himalayas views to the other side. This magnificent trek leads you through the fine villages inhabited by a wide diversity of people from different ethnic groups, offering spectacular and majestic view of the snow capped Himalayas. As it continues to the north of the main Himalayan range on to the high and dry Tibetan Plateau, the scenery is equally breathtaking.
The highest point of the trek is Thorung La pass at the top of the valley at 5416m. Due to the difficulties of crossing the pass, the circuit is usually walked in a counter clockwise direction. Traveling clockwise the longer ascent and shorter descent from west to east is too much for many peoples to manage in one day.
As we descend to the west at Muktinath from Manang, we continue to Jomsom. It is the district headquarters of Mustang. Through Kali Gandaki Rive we take a flight from Jomsom to Pokhara and then we finish our trip. But if you have time you could extend your trip to the world's deepest gorge, which passes between the giant Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountains.
TRIP FACTSDestination: Annapurna Around
Trip Duration: 17 Days
Season: Spring & Autumn
Trip Start/End: Kathmandu
Trek Start: Besisahar
Trek End: Jomsom
Trek Type: Tea House / Lodge
Accommodation: Hotel, lodge (tea house)
Transportation: Flight/Tourist Bus/Car/Van
Altitude: 900m - 5416m
Grade:
Major attraction: Chame, Upper Pisang, Ghyaru, Ngawal ,Manang, Braka , Khangsar village, Milerepa cave, Marshyangdi river , Kali Gandaki river, Thorung la pass, Muktinath temple, Kagbeni , Jomsom.
View point: Timang, Dhukur Pokhari, Ghyaru, Ngawal, Ice Lake, Thorung La pass, Muktinath etc.
ITINERARY
Day 01: Arrive at Kathmandu International Airport, transfer to selected hotel and spend the rest of the day settling in.
Day 02: Kathmandu valley sightseeing by professional tour guide.
Kathmandu has many world heritage sites. We visit all of the heritage sites like Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swoyambunath (monkey) Temple, Pashupatinath and Bouddhanath Stupa. In the evening we prepare for the trek and then overnight at the hotel.
Kathmandu has many world heritage sites. We visit all of the heritage sites like Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swoyambunath (monkey) Temple, Pashupatinath and Bouddhanath Stupa. In the evening we prepare for the trek and then overnight at the hotel.
Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Besishahar (790m).
About 5 hours scenic drive by car / van and overnight at lodge.
About 5 hours scenic drive by car / van and overnight at lodge.
Day 04: Besishahar to Bahundanda (1310m) and then overnight at lodge.
Beshishahar - Khudi- Bhulbhulle- Ngadi- Bahundanda
Today our journey starts at Besishahar, it is an easy walking trail to Khudi at 790m, and we then reach the first Gurung village (many of Nepal’s Gurkha soldiers are Gurungs). As we continue from Khudi the trail offers fine views of Himalchuli and Peak 29 (Ngadi Chuli). It climbs to Bhulbhule at 825m; during this part of walking we can enjoy the sound of the Marsyandi River and terraces of rice we then arrive at Ngadi. After the Ngadi it is a steep walk up to Bahundanda. It is the first steep part of this trek.
Beshishahar - Khudi- Bhulbhulle- Ngadi- Bahundanda
Today our journey starts at Besishahar, it is an easy walking trail to Khudi at 790m, and we then reach the first Gurung village (many of Nepal’s Gurkha soldiers are Gurungs). As we continue from Khudi the trail offers fine views of Himalchuli and Peak 29 (Ngadi Chuli). It climbs to Bhulbhule at 825m; during this part of walking we can enjoy the sound of the Marsyandi River and terraces of rice we then arrive at Ngadi. After the Ngadi it is a steep walk up to Bahundanda. It is the first steep part of this trek.
Day 05: Bahundanda to Chyamje (1400m) and then overnight at lodge.
Bahundanda – Thamigaon – Ghermuphant – Syange – Jagat - Chamje
Today the trail drops steeply to Syange at 1070m from Bahundanda, crossing the Marsyangdi River on a suspension bridge through ThamiGaun and Ghermuphant. We see the great waterfall of the Ghermuphant. We then follow the river to the stone village of Jagat before climbing through forest to the small village of Chamje.
Bahundanda – Thamigaon – Ghermuphant – Syange – Jagat - Chamje
Today the trail drops steeply to Syange at 1070m from Bahundanda, crossing the Marsyangdi River on a suspension bridge through ThamiGaun and Ghermuphant. We see the great waterfall of the Ghermuphant. We then follow the river to the stone village of Jagat before climbing through forest to the small village of Chamje.
Day 06: Chamje to Bagarchhap (2160m) and then overnight at lodge.
Chamje – Sattare – Tal – Khotro – Karte – Dharapani – Bagarchhap
The day begins with the rocky trail following the Marsyandi river gradually uphill to Tal at 1675m, the first village in the Manang district. We make trails crossing a wide, flat valley. The trail then climbs a stone stairway to 1860m until another stairway. The journey continues ascending and descending to Dharapani at 1890m. There we find a stone entrance chorten typical of the Tibetan influenced villages from here northwards. We then visit the Bagarchhap at 2160m that offers the typical flat roofed stone houses of local Tibetan design throughout the village which is still in the transition zone before the dry highlands. We see the first view of Annapurna II from here.
Chamje – Sattare – Tal – Khotro – Karte – Dharapani – Bagarchhap
The day begins with the rocky trail following the Marsyandi river gradually uphill to Tal at 1675m, the first village in the Manang district. We make trails crossing a wide, flat valley. The trail then climbs a stone stairway to 1860m until another stairway. The journey continues ascending and descending to Dharapani at 1890m. There we find a stone entrance chorten typical of the Tibetan influenced villages from here northwards. We then visit the Bagarchhap at 2160m that offers the typical flat roofed stone houses of local Tibetan design throughout the village which is still in the transition zone before the dry highlands. We see the first view of Annapurna II from here.
Day 07: Bagarchhap to Chame (2630m) and then overnight at lodge.
Bagarchhap – Danaque – Timang – Thanchok – Koto - Chame
With often rough and rocky ground, the trail climbs to Timang at 2460m; we see beautiful views of Mt. Manaslu (8163m) and many other snow capped peaks. We then continue through forest to Thanchok village at 2630m and Koto village. As we reach Chame, the headquarters of the Manang district, we are rewarded by the fine view of Annapurna II and Lamjung Himal. There are also two small hot springs by the town. Chame is a major town in this region.
Bagarchhap – Danaque – Timang – Thanchok – Koto - Chame
With often rough and rocky ground, the trail climbs to Timang at 2460m; we see beautiful views of Mt. Manaslu (8163m) and many other snow capped peaks. We then continue through forest to Thanchok village at 2630m and Koto village. As we reach Chame, the headquarters of the Manang district, we are rewarded by the fine view of Annapurna II and Lamjung Himal. There are also two small hot springs by the town. Chame is a major town in this region.
Day 08: Chame to Pisang (3300m) and then overnight at lodge.
Chame – Thaleku – Bharatang – Dhokure pokhari – Pisang
The day starts through deep pine forests in a gradual and narrow valley. We cross a river on a long bridge at 2910m and then climb steeply up to the Dhukure Pokhari from where we appear to see many mountains like Annapurna II, Pisang peak, Chulu peak, Tilicho peak and others. After this place it is an easy walk to Pisang. There are two parts to Pisang, one is lower Pisang and another is Upper Pisang. We have the choice of staying in either location.
Chame – Thaleku – Bharatang – Dhokure pokhari – Pisang
The day starts through deep pine forests in a gradual and narrow valley. We cross a river on a long bridge at 2910m and then climb steeply up to the Dhukure Pokhari from where we appear to see many mountains like Annapurna II, Pisang peak, Chulu peak, Tilicho peak and others. After this place it is an easy walk to Pisang. There are two parts to Pisang, one is lower Pisang and another is Upper Pisang. We have the choice of staying in either location.
Day 09: Pisang to Manang (3500m) and then overnight at lodge.
Pisang – Ghyaru – Ngawal – Mungji – Braka – Manang (upper route)
Pisang – Hongde – Mungji – Braka – Manang (Lower route)
Today we continue through the drier upper part of the Manang district, cut off from the full effect of the monsoon by the Annapurna Range. People of this region, herd yaks & raise crops for part of the year, they also continue to enjoy special trading rights gained way back in 1784.
Pisang – Ghyaru – Ngawal – Mungji – Braka – Manang (upper route)
Pisang – Hongde – Mungji – Braka – Manang (Lower route)
Today we continue through the drier upper part of the Manang district, cut off from the full effect of the monsoon by the Annapurna Range. People of this region, herd yaks & raise crops for part of the year, they also continue to enjoy special trading rights gained way back in 1784.
Leaving Pisang, we have a choice of trails north or south of the Marsyangdi River which meet up again at Mungji. The southern route by Hongde, with its airstrip, at 3325m involves less climbing than the northern route via Ghyaru, Ngawal though there are better views on the trail that follows the northern bank of the river. From Mungji, the trail continues past the picturesque but partially hidden village of Braka at 3475m to nearby Manang at 3500m.
Day 10: Manang - Acclimatization day and then overnight at lodge.
Today we spend a day acclimatizing in Manang. We spend the whole day doing some fine day walks and enjoying the magnificent views around the village. We take advantage of the chance to gain altitude to help us acclimatise. At the end of the day, we return back to our accommodation & have a good nights rest.
You have many choices of ways to spend your acclimatization day.
Day 10: Manang - Acclimatization day and then overnight at lodge.
Today we spend a day acclimatizing in Manang. We spend the whole day doing some fine day walks and enjoying the magnificent views around the village. We take advantage of the chance to gain altitude to help us acclimatise. At the end of the day, we return back to our accommodation & have a good nights rest.
You have many choices of ways to spend your acclimatization day.
- Ice Lake (4600m): It is a nice place to hike to, but it is a long walk. It is about 6 hours there and back. You can see the wonderful views of the mountains and the ice lake is excellent. It is definitely worth doing.
- Monastery (100 rupees lama): Praken Gomba is name of the monastery. It is a nice short walk. We see great Annapurna mountain views. The monastery has a Monk. He blesses your impending crossing of the Thorung La pass by tying a sacred thread around your neck. We have to give him one hundred rupees per person for this reason we call him Hundred Rupees Lama.
- Gangapurna glacier:
It is also not very far from Manang village. We see a close view of Gangapurna Lake and the glacier.
- Khangsar village: It is the last village after Manang. Khangsar is a collection of traditional stone buildings surrounding a large village square. Near the top of the village is a small Sakyapa school monastery. This village is on the way to Tilicho Lake (the world’s highest lake or Mesokunda pass. It is a lovely old village.
- Milerepa cave: This cave is another interesting site in this area. Many years ago a monk from Tibet lived in this cave. His name was Milerepa. He is famous for meditating in this place.
Day 11: Manang to Ledar (4250m) and then overnight at lodge.
Manang – Tenki Manang – Gunsang – Yak kharka – Leader (Churi Leader)
Today we leave Manang & the trail makes an ascent of nearly 2000m to the Thorung La pass. We make the climb steadily through Tenki, Gunsang leaving the Marsyangi Valley. Continuing along the Jarsang Khola Valley, we reach Ledar at 4250m, here we see the vegetation become steadily sparser.
Day 12: Ledar to Phedi or High camp (4600m) and then overnight at lodge.
Leader – Phedi or High Camp
The trail descends to cross the river at 4310m we then climb up to Phedi at 4420m. At High Camp on the elevation of 4900m, we can find some good, recently built guesthouses. Your overnight stay will be there. You see the condition, if you feel totally great you can continuous to high camp. If not, you better to stay at Phedi.
Day 13: Phedi or High Camp to Muktinath (3710m) and then overnight at lodge.
Phedi or High camp – Tea shop – Tea shot at top of Thorung La – Phedi (Muktinath side) – Muktinath (Rani Pauwa)
The journey from Phedi “foot of the hill” to the 5416m Thorung La pass begins the day. We climb steeply up; this is regularly used and easy to follow. However, the problem may arise due to the altitude and snow. It can cause problems crossing the pass if it is covered by snow. After about four hours climbing up to the pass marked by the Mani stone & prayer flags. As you reach the top, you are rewarded by the magnificent view from the top and then we walk down to Muktinath with amazing mountains view.
Leader – Phedi or High Camp
The trail descends to cross the river at 4310m we then climb up to Phedi at 4420m. At High Camp on the elevation of 4900m, we can find some good, recently built guesthouses. Your overnight stay will be there. You see the condition, if you feel totally great you can continuous to high camp. If not, you better to stay at Phedi.
Day 13: Phedi or High Camp to Muktinath (3710m) and then overnight at lodge.
Phedi or High camp – Tea shop – Tea shot at top of Thorung La – Phedi (Muktinath side) – Muktinath (Rani Pauwa)
The journey from Phedi “foot of the hill” to the 5416m Thorung La pass begins the day. We climb steeply up; this is regularly used and easy to follow. However, the problem may arise due to the altitude and snow. It can cause problems crossing the pass if it is covered by snow. After about four hours climbing up to the pass marked by the Mani stone & prayer flags. As you reach the top, you are rewarded by the magnificent view from the top and then we walk down to Muktinath with amazing mountains view.
Day 14: Muktinath to Jomsom (2750m) and then overnight at lodge.
Muktinath ( Rani pauwa) – Jharkot – Khingar – Kagbeni – Eklebhatti
We visit the Muktinath temple early in the morning. This is a Hindu temple as well as a Buddhist temple. Many Hindu pilgrims come to visit this temple. There are 108 water taps and two small pounds. The Hindu people believe that if you take bath 108 taps (108 is a sacred number in Tibetan Buddhism), cast in the shape of cows’ heads, which pour forth sacred water. You will be the free from the sin which you committed in your past life. A short walk past a collection of chortens is the Dhola mebar Gompa, or Jwalamai (goddess of fire) temple, where a holy flame of natural gas burns behind a grill just above the spring. After that we come back to the lodge for breakfast and than we go down through Jharkot village, Kagbeni, Ekle Bhatti to Jomsom which is the headquarters of Mustang district. It is one of the windiest valleys in Nepal. Every afternoon is guaranteed to be windy in the season. This is a main town of Thakali people.
Muktinath ( Rani pauwa) – Jharkot – Khingar – Kagbeni – Eklebhatti
We visit the Muktinath temple early in the morning. This is a Hindu temple as well as a Buddhist temple. Many Hindu pilgrims come to visit this temple. There are 108 water taps and two small pounds. The Hindu people believe that if you take bath 108 taps (108 is a sacred number in Tibetan Buddhism), cast in the shape of cows’ heads, which pour forth sacred water. You will be the free from the sin which you committed in your past life. A short walk past a collection of chortens is the Dhola mebar Gompa, or Jwalamai (goddess of fire) temple, where a holy flame of natural gas burns behind a grill just above the spring. After that we come back to the lodge for breakfast and than we go down through Jharkot village, Kagbeni, Ekle Bhatti to Jomsom which is the headquarters of Mustang district. It is one of the windiest valleys in Nepal. Every afternoon is guaranteed to be windy in the season. This is a main town of Thakali people.
Day 15: Jomsom to Pokhara and then overnight at selected hotel.
On day 15 we fly in the morning to Pokhara. It is about 30minutes to Pokhara. During the flight we may see many mountains as well as the trail down to Tatopani /Ghorepani. After arriving in Pokhara, we drive near to your hotel. After that we can go boating in Fewa Lake.
Extend your trip:
If you have more time, you can extend your trip to Tatopani (natural hot spring), Ghorepani, Ghandruk / Poonhill and Annapurna base camp as well. It is also possible drive to Tatopani. It is dependent on the amount of time you have.
On day 15 we fly in the morning to Pokhara. It is about 30minutes to Pokhara. During the flight we may see many mountains as well as the trail down to Tatopani /Ghorepani. After arriving in Pokhara, we drive near to your hotel. After that we can go boating in Fewa Lake.
Extend your trip:
If you have more time, you can extend your trip to Tatopani (natural hot spring), Ghorepani, Ghandruk / Poonhill and Annapurna base camp as well. It is also possible drive to Tatopani. It is dependent on the amount of time you have.
Day 16: Pokhara to Kathmandu (200km driving by car/van) and then overnight at selected hotel.
Alternative route:
There are many flights from Pokhara to Kathmandu every day. You may take a flight to get there. It takes 30 minutes to Kathmandu. It is easy and short way to get Kathmandu.
There are many flights from Pokhara to Kathmandu every day. You may take a flight to get there. It takes 30 minutes to Kathmandu. It is easy and short way to get Kathmandu.
Day 17: Departure to your home country.
PRICE INCLUDES:
- Pick up and drop off at Kathmandu International Airport by private car.
- All the transportation during trek.
- Lodge accommodation along the trek.
- All the meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) with tea/coffee.
- Annapurna conservation area (ACAP) Permit and (trekkers’ information management system (TIMS) card.
- Kathmandu to Besishahar and Pokhara to Kathmandu by Deluxe Tourist Bus.
- Hotel in Kathmandu.
- Hotel in Pokhara.
- Guide and porter: all the meals, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment, transportation etc.
- Farewell dinner in Kathmandu.
- First aid box.
- Fluent English speaking government registered export trekking guide.
- All the official charges and government tax.
PRICE EXCLUDES:
- Soft and hard table drinks such as: coke, beer, mineral water.
- Rescue operation charge.
- Your travel insurance.
- Meals in Kathmandu.
- Personal shopping and laundry.
- Tips for your guide and porters etc.
Ganesh himal home stay trek
Ganesh Himal trek is one of the best treks in central Nepal on non touristy trail. This trek involves no flight, the passes are not very difficult and the trekking region is relatively warmer. However this trek offers authentic experience of unspoilt Tamang and gurung villages, beautiful farm terraces and superb views of Ganesh Himal and other mountains of annapurn, langtang and manaslu region. The trek starts after a few hours of drive along the Kathmandu to Dhunche highway.It passes throuh foothills and lowland farm terraces to ethnic Tamang villages on higher altitude. Along the trail, the trek offers superb close views of Ganesh himal, Langtang, Bouddha Himal, Hiunchuli and other peaks of central Himalaya.The highest altitude on this trek are the pangsang pass at 4100 m. These pass is also one finest view points on the trek.The Ganesh Himal trek ends at Budhathum from where we catch our vehicle to Kathmandu . It is a fully supported home stay trek.
As you know Nepal has lots of possibilities on promoting tourism with innumerable mountains and various traditional cultures in the societies. Trekking is always with concept of doing adventures type, doing summit of passes and mountains and trails. As our studies a lots about trekking in the mountains and villages, we found Ganesh Himal is found the best place for Home Stay. Staying one place can discover many other villages, many ethnic groups, their cultures, languages, their lifestyle and for the adventures there are also passes, lakes, mountains and peak climbing. Not only that, your Home Stay plans and trekking can support the life of people and will push the area to be developed.
TRIP FACTSDestination: Ganesh Himal Area
Trip Duration: 15 Days
Season: Summer and Autum
Trip Start/End: Kathmandu
Trek Start: Syabrubensi
Trek End: Budhathum
Trek Type: Tea House / Homestay
Accommodation: Hotel, lodge, Home
Transportation: Flight/Tourisrt Bus/CAR/Van
Altitude: 700m - 3850m
Grade:
ITINERARY
Day 01: Arrival in international airport in Kathmandu , transfer to selected hotel and rest of day personal activities.Day 02: Kathmandu valley sightseeing and trekking preparation and brief about trekking.
Day 03: Kathmandu to syabru bensi (9 hour driving) overnight at lodge.
Day 04: Syabru bensi to gatlang village (2240m,5 hour walking) Gatlang is a big village of tamang. We explore about village to see the local people. They are in their own dress and culture so that it is interested to see them. We may visit parbati kund. It is holy lake which is near from this village and overnight at home stay lodge.
Day 05: Gatlang to somdang(3320m,6 hour walking) and overnight at home stay lodge.
Day 06: Somdang to laptung(2200m,7hour walking) overnight at home stay in village.
Day 07: This day we explore metal company to lari mine. We may enjoy the view of paldor peak and other mountain view and over night at same place. This is one of the hardest days for this trek. We have to start early in the morning to get top of pangsang pass (3850m). 4300m. the view from here is fantastic. You have to walk 1 hour to the top. The hidden valley of Ankhu , Trishuli with coulorful rhododendron flowers. Mountain views are recommended all around from the top. Langtang lirung, Dhorjelakpa, Sangden himal, Gosain kunda and range east and west Annapurna , Manaslu and the front view of Ganesh himal very beautiful. After nice view and small pack lunch, we gradually down to laptung for the Night.
Day 08: Laptung to chalish village (5 hour walking) overnight at home stay village. Chalish village is a village to gurung caste. This village is known as gurung village in the area but have multi caste and culture.This-welcoming night by the Ama samuha (women group) will entertained you with many local songs and culture dance in the community prepared homestay. The Stay in the village can observe many Tamang villages, Natural hotspring and Buddhist monasteries and view of mt ganesh himal.
Day 09: This is day hike to sertung village which is big village of tamang village and near from the village has Buddhist monastery which is interesting to see it. You may enjoy imaging view of mt. ganesh himal and overnight at same place. This stay will be in the different house entertained with local song and maruni(gurung special cultural song and dance) that will be unforgettable in the whole trip. Not only that, they are ready for any other days and nights activities as they are happy to share their culture.
Day 10: Chalish to richet village (6 hour walking) and overnight at gurung home stay village. Day 11: Richet to khading village (5 hour walking) and overnight at gurung home stay village.
Day 12: Khading to syamchet village (7 hour walking) and overnight at home stay village.
Day 13: Syamchet to budhathum village (6 hour walking ) and overnight at home stay at village.
Day 14: Budhathum to kathmandu (9 hour driving) overnight at selected hotel.
Day 15: Departure to international airport to fly your home country. We will provide you free transport to international airport.
PRICE INCLUDES:
- Hotel in Kathmandu
- National park permits.
- Three meals a day with tea/ coffee
- One export guide of ganesh himal certificate guide and porters if needed.
- Kathmandu sightseeing
- All land transportation
- All expenses for Nepalese staffs, their insurance,equipment and salary
- Seasonal fresh fruit.
PRICE EXCLUDES:
- Meals in kathmandu.
- Hard and soft drinks like mineral water, fanta ,coke , beer etc.
- Visa fees.
- Your travel insurance
- Personal shopping and laundry services.
- Tips for staffs
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