Manaslu circuit trek via Laprak

Manaslu area lies in the mid-northern Tibet border of Nepal, within Gorkha District; this region was opened for trekkers in 1990 to explore the mythical universe of living Tibetan tradition. Gorkha was a small independent state, from where the unification of modern Nepal began to be; it is the starting point of the trek. The Gurung village of Laprak can be reached by two different routes, either along the Daraundi valley or via the hillside of Dharche. Dharche is a magnificent panoramic view point to admire the lofty mountain summits like Langtang, Ganesh Himal, Buddha Himal, Himalchuli, Annapurna and so on.

After Laprak, we follow the Budhi Gandaki valley, the trail continues northwards, passing through many villages of Tibetan origin. These villages offer an opportunity to explore their customs and cultures, monasteries, prayer flags, prayer wheels and prayer walls.

Highlights: Laprak and Barpak Gurung/Ghale village, Mt Manaslu (8167m.)

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Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu - International Airport, 30 minutes drive,(1350m)

We pick you up from the airport to your hotel. O/N Hotel with B&B

Day 02: Sight seeing - Kathmandu Valley,

Sightseeing: Swayambhunath, Patan Durbar square, Pashupatinath, Boudha Stupa, Back to Hotel, O/N same hotel with BB,

Day 03: Kathmandu- Barpak - Departure Barpak, 8/9hrs drive, 1900m,

Departure early morning after breakfast, 176km from Kathmandu to Barpak, but the road is after new Sanghu. It means on 45km. Barpak is a big village of Gurung and Ghale ethnics, the house are built joining eachother ; view of Boudha Himal, O/N Lodge

Day 04: Barpak to Laprak village - Pusu Hill, 5/6hrs walk. 3000m, 2200m

The trail is climbing step by step till 3000m, with a view point on green forest and Boudha Himal, to the Rubinala trekking trail,. Then it descends to Laprak village via the new settlement of Gupsi village. O/N lodge

Day 05: Laprak to Khurla Besi - 7/8hrs walk, 1090m

Trek to Khurla besi, descent to the Chyarbu river crossing the suspended bridge, tiny climb to Singla village with a view point, and after Singla village again a 300m descent on a zigzag trail to a slope valley. then a dwarf climb reaching Khurla village. and a 900m descent to Khurlabesi, O/N guest house

Day 06: Khurla Besi to Jagat - 6hrs walk. 1350m

We walk and pass through Budi Kandaki river, cross 4-5 suspended bridges in a gorge between two hills. Jagat is a check point fto enter Manaslu region, O/N lodge

Day 07: Jagat to Deng - 6/7hrs walk, 1860m

trek to Deng through Sirtibas, Bhillim and Nyak Phedi. We cross Budigandaki to Bhillim and a walk to Nyak Phedi, where we leave Tsum valley trail to the right. You cross the bridge and climb a little to Pewa and Deng in pine forest. O/N guest house,

Day 08: Dang to Namrung - 5/6hrs walk, 2630m

Trek to Namrung, The trail proceeds to Ghap through several landslide zones. At this point, you must be careful when you walk. Plus, you must be attentive to your guide’s instruction to maintain physical safety. After the landslide zone, after Ghap we cross the bridge and walk in dense sup-pine and rhododendron forest . You follow this trail up to Namrung. O/N Guest house,

Day 09: Namrung to Lho Village - 6/7h walk, 3280m

You start the day Exploring Nubri people area, their Tibet-influenced typical lifestyle. We walk along several mani walls, lush terraces and houses through Banjam to enter the slop rhododendron and oak ,before climbing to Lihi and Sho.
Progressively continuing you will see most of the locals clad in traditional Tibetan dress. Further you will notice some fine paintings in the Kani (gate arches) that you pass before Sho. Walking across the rocky hillside routes you can catch the stunning views of Manaslu (8163m) and Manaslu North (7157m). On this day, you will gain a quite high altitude, so you must walk slowly, O/N Guest house

Day 10: Lho to Samagaun - 5/6h walk, 3620m

This day starts with a short trek because of the altitude. The picturesque view of Manaslu accompanies you. We walk across the easy trail to Shyala, passing through pine and rhododendron, gully with moss, and a clear stream. From Shyala we walk for almost an hour to reach Sama Gaun.
When you enter the village, mountain views fade, however, the yak pastures and typical settlements will attract you. Sama Gaun is the principal village of the Nubri people, which holds a large gompa, many shops, a health post, heliport and telephone/wifi access, O/N Guest house

Day 11: Rest Samagaun - Acclimatization Day, 3hrs walk

This is a day of acclimatization at Sama Gaon, to prevent altitude-related illness. And as an acclimatization hike, you will walk to Pungyen Gompa on the east of the Nubri Valley. for this acclimatization hike you can bring your lunch, and stop for energy. Like other days, you will walk across the roaring river which keeps you engaged for around 2 hours on the trail, at the hilltop will get the enticing views of Manaslu. Nearby you will see many Himalayan thars and yaks grazing. Or you can do another short hike to Birendra lake: the trail passes to the Manaslu Base camp, This is an option if you feel the need of rest or if you are finding the altitude difficult. O/N same Guest house

Day 12: Samagaun to Samdo - 4h walk, 3875m

This day we reach Samdo in high altitude, you need to walk slowly, so this is a short day trek. You will notice extended yak pastures up a broad valley with long mani walls, with a variety of birds. You leave the tree line and climb to a ridge across the wooden bridge of Budhi Gandaki before you reach Samdo, a very picturesque village dedicated to yak herding. In Samdo, you can explore Samdo village or you can hike to Samdo Peak You can also see the main track for Tibet over the Larjyang La, forming slopes on the Larkya La trail. O/N Guest House

Day 13: Samdo to Dharamshala - 4h:30 walk, 4400m

This day is also an adventurous day in high altitude. So you must walk and watch your body signs properly. But you can enjoy the scenic views of the Himalayas and walk slowly across the rugged terrains, before you reach Dharmasala. O/N guest house

Day 14: Dharamsala to Bimthang - 7/9h walk. 5415M to 3590m

This is a special day to do a struggle walk to the highest point of this trip, Larkya La Pass 5106m. With bad weather and snow the walk could be quite challenging and brings trouble to cross the pass. You have to walk slowly, keep the in same rythm and cross before afternoon, so you need to wake up and leave quite early morning. if you walk steadily you can cross the pass successfully.
Today stunning views are waiting for you, once you stand on the pass, which makes the trip more enlightened. You catch views of Himlung 7126m near Kang Guru 6981m and Annapurna Range. After the pass you descend for around 4 hours walk towards Bhimtang, and while descending you will get views of huge icefalls and mountains in all directions, and Pongkar Lake between Pongkar and Salpu Glaciers. O/N Guest house

Day 15: Bhimthang to Tilje Village - 5hrs walk, 2300m

This is the final day we walk on the trails of Manaslu region. On climbing downhill, you will walk through the lush forests flora and fauna including rhododendron bushes.
We walk back across the Dudh Khola to Karche for lunch. During the next hours you will see many signs of glacial floods, with tree trunks smashed and banks undermined, the track becoming quite rough. And the trail drops you to Gurung villages.
The valley becomes more agricultural and lush as you passes fields and copses of oak and rhododendrons, then continues strolling towards Tilje Village. O/N Guest house

Day 16: Tilje to Kathmandu - 1hrs walk, 7/8hrs drive, 1050m

Tilje to Dharapani 1 hour walk and we will take a jeep from Dharapani back to Kathmandu. We drive to Besisahar, the edge of Marshyangdi river, and join mugling Prithvi highway towards Kathmandu, O/N Same hotel with BB

Day 17: Kathmandu - Free day

You can walk on streets and buy souvenir, come back to the hotel, and manage your luggage, O/N same hotel,

Day 18: Final Departure - to Kathmandu International airport

From your hotel we drop you to airport by our private vehicle according to your flight schedule.

COST INCLUDES: -

•2 Nights in a hotel in Kathmandu with (BB)
•Manaslu special permits fees and Annapurna fees.
•Full board meal during the trek (Breakfast, Lunch & dinner),
•One experienced guide
•Staff: necessary porters, one porter carries 25kg
•Local transportation Airport – Hotel – Airport
• transfers-Kathmandu Baluwa-Jagat-BhulBhule- Beshisahar- Kathmandu, and staff's transfers,
•Life and medical insurance for Nepali staff
•Trekking allowance, food allowance for trekking staff
•Government tax

COST EXCLUDES: -

•Personal equipment during the trekking
•Personal Insurance for travel to Nepal
•Entry fee for monastery,
•Lunch & dinner in Kathmandu
•Emergency Rescue evacuation if required (Helicopter)
•Personal expenses
•Bar bills, mineral water and single rooms
•Phone calls, laundry
•Tips for guide & porter