ITINERARY
DAY 01 : ARRIVAL IN KATHMANDU ( 1400 meters )
Welcome to Nepal! Upon arrival in Kathmandu. Be welcomed and received by our representative and get transferred to your pre-booked hotel. Overnight in Kathmandu. [ Accommodation]
DAY 02 : PREPARATION DAY & EXCURSION IN KATHMANDU
Breakfast in the hotel. Meanwhile, the trekking permit is prepared and obtained from the tourism office in Kathmandu, you will proceed for an organized day tour in Kathmandu. Visit to the heritage sites of - Pashupatinath Hindu Temple, the Swoyambhu Mahachaitya (the most ancient Buddhist Stupa), and the Boudhanath (the largest Buddhist Stupa). Return to the hotel. In the eveing, participate in a trek briefing program and a pre-trip discussion with your trek leader and other team members. Overnight at the hotel
in Kathmandu. [ Breakfast + Accommodation]
DAY 03 : DRIVE FROM KATHMANDU TO SOTI KHOLA ( 700 Meters )
Breakfast in the hotel. Today, proceed for a driving journey (7 hours), towards Arughat and then finally to Soti Khola, across the national highways of Tribuwan Rajmarga & Prithvi Rajmarg, both of which extends westward from the capital city Kathmandu. A scenic journey, along the hillside road running just above the Trishuli river and Marsyangdi river in the Dhading & Gorkha districts. The final destination Soti Khola is situated at the bank of Budhi Gandaki River. Overnight at the guest house in Soti Khola. [ Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner + Accommodation]
DAY 04 : TREK TO MACHHA KHOLA ( 869 Meters )
Breakfast in the guest house. Today, proceed for a trekking journey along the the Budhi Gandaki River through the shady Sal tree forest, continuing steeply uphill along a rugged cliffside. The river’s white and wild rapids below is the sight that will enthral you from inside. Now, the trail drops to the Gurung village of Labubesi and follows along the riverbank until you reach at the village of Machha Khola. Overnight at the guest house in Machha Khola. [ Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner + Accommodation]
DAY 05 : TREK TO JAGAT (1340 Meters )
Breakfast in the guest house. Today; proceed for trekking trip along the gorge and continue up the river and the forest region. The Langur monkeys can usually be heard playing in the jungle high above. The trail continues through a larger Garung villages and the villages of Khorlabesi, Tatopani, Dovan, Thulo Dunga and finally you will arrive at the cultural village of Jagat (1340m.) Jagat is the first Tibetan Buddhist culture influenced village in Manaslu trail. Overnight at the guest house in Jagat. [ Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner + Accommodation]
DAY 06 : TREK TO DENG (1860 Meters )
Breakfast in the guest house. Today, proceed the trekking trail that begins with a climb through a rocky ridge where the views of “Sringi Himal” (7,187m) can be sighted. Then keep following the rich terraced fields of maize, potato and millet before entering the Nupri (‘the Western Mountains) via bamboo forests. And finally arrive at the Buddhist village of Deng. Overnight at the guest house in Deng. [ Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner + Accommodation]
DAY 07 : TREK TO NAMRUNG ( 2630 Meters )
Breakfast in the guest house. Today during the trek , you will pass by the Buddhist stone walls called the “ Tibetan Mani ”. This is an intricately carved Buddhist prayer wheels weaving in and out of canyons. Further, in the journey, enter into a colourful forest of firs, oaks and rhododendrons before arriving in the settlement of Namrung. Overnight at the guest house in Namrung. [ Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner + Accommodation]
DAY 08 : TREK TO SAMA GAUN ( 3520 Meters )
Breakfast in the guest house. The trekking trail today climbs steadily into the alpine where you’ll see a
first stunning glimpse of Manaslu North and Manaslu. The locals in this region dress in traditional Tibetan attire called “Chubas”. After passing through the villages of Shyo, Lho and Shyala, you will reach “Sama Gaun”. Overnight at the guest house in Sama Gaun.
[ Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner + Accommodation]
DAY 09 : ACCLIMATIZATION & REST AT SAMA GAUN
Breakfast in the guest house. Today is a day of taking rest and acclimatizatiuon at Sama Gaun. This is a perfect point for a marvelous view of Manaslu. You can optionally explore surrounding places such as, Birendra Taal (lake), Buddhist monasteries, Samagaun, a big Tibetan cultured community and a side trip to Pun Gyen Gompa or Manaslu Base Camp. Overnight at the guest house in Sama Gaun.
[ Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner + Accommodation ]
DAY 10 : TREK TO SAMDO ( 3860 meters)
Breakfast in the guest house. Today, you will trek towards Samdo which is the land of yaks, plentiful marmots and pastures where only barley and potatoes can grow (due the high elevation). A pleasant walk today will bring you to the picturesque village of Samdo – a village known for its yak herding. Samdo is also at the convergence of 3 valleys and is only a day’s walk from Tibet. You are quite likely to see traders coming from the valley carrying Chinese and Tibetan goods. Overnight at the guest house in Samdo. [ Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner + Accommodation]
DAY 11 : TREK TO DHARMASAALA ( 4460 meters )
Breakfast in the guest house. Proceed for a trekking along a wide, broad path, crossing the Bhuri Gandaki River and traversing along a mani wall. Continue climbing over the Larkya Glacier until coming to a ridge which offers grand views of a huge gorge. Overnight at the guest house in Dharmasala. [ Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner + Accommodation]
DAY 12 : TREK TO LARKE PASS (5160 meters ) & TO BIMTANG ( 3750 meters)
Breakfast in the guest house. Today; it is demanding walk, though not technically difficult trek over the “Larkya La” at a n altitude of 5160m. Further, from Larkya Phedi, cross glacial moraine and past four frozen lakes as you make your way to the pass. It takes approximately 5 hours to reach this point.
From here you can see incredible views of “Himlung Himal” (7,126m), “Cheo Himal” (6,820m), “Gyaji Kung” (7,030m), “Kang Guru” (6,981m) and “Annapurna – II” (7937). Next, begin your trail that heads descent down along a steep gully & a grassy moraine and that leads you to Bimthang. Overnight at the guest house in Bimthang. [ Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner + Accommodation]
DAY 13 : TREK TO DHARAPANI ( 1963 meters)
Breakfast in the guest house. Today, during the trekking cross a glacial stream and climb over the side of the moraine descending into a spectacular forest of rhododendron and impressive pines, with view of Mt Manaslu providing an equal amount of splendor. Descend down towards the “Dudh (milk) Khola” then continue through a more agricultural landscape until reaching the village of Goa, Tilje and finally down to Dharapani village. Overnight at the guest house in Dharapani. [ Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner + Accommodation]
DAY 14 : DRIVE TO BESI SAHAR & - DRIVE TO KATHMANDU (1400 meters)
Breakfast in the guest house. Today, take an overland journey towards Beshisahar and further drive towards Kathmandu (6 hours). On arriving in Kathmandu, get transferred to your hotel. Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu. [ Breakfast + Accommodation].
DAY 15 : DEPART FROM KATHMANDU TO YOUR ONWARD DESTINATION
Breakfast in the hotel. Take a timely departure transfer to the TIA International Airport in Kathmandu,
with our representative. Farewell to Nepal. [ Breakfast]
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Tour Price Includes
[ Kathmandu Part ]
-- All Transfer between the airport & hotel in Kathmandu in private air conditioned car.
-- Three (03 ) nights accommodation at hotel in Kathmandu on twin sharing basis with Breakfast only.
-- A half day sightseeing tour in Kathmandu with a city tour guide.
-- One (01) typical Nepalese cultural show with a Nepalese dinner in Kathmandu on the last day
in Kathmandu.
[ Trekking Part ]
-- Round trip private vehicle transport for the route Kathmandu – Besisahar - Kathmandu. .
-- Eleven (11) nights of accommodation at a guest house on twin sharing basis with 3 meals per day
with tea & coffee during the trekking period. [ Meals will be on single plate per person per meal time
basis only / . i.e 01 item of meal per person during each meal hour ( breakfast , lunch & dinner ). ]
-- Guest house accommodation during the trek will be with private bath as far as possible. Otherwise
at least there will be common bath with hot & cold shower at each destination during trekking.
-- One (01 ) night accommodation at hotel in Dharapani on twin sharing basis with Breakfast only.
-- 01 English speaking Trekking guide.
-- Salary & Insurances charges and allowances for our trekking staff.
-- A first aid kit box carried by the Trekking guide.
-- Trekking Permit and Sagarmatha National Park Conservation fee.
-- TIMS system ( Trekkers Information Management System ) record card.
Tour Price Excludes
-- All International & Domestic Air fares apart from the one mentioned in the cost inclusion section.
-- All lunch & dinner in Kathmandu.
-- Entrance tickets during a half day sightseeing in Kathmandu.
-- Personal Trekking Equipments like ; trekking boots, trekking jackets , trekking pole, cap or hat , rain
coat etc.
-- The consumption by the travelers , of the cold or hot water, can fruit juices & canned drinks, liquors,
beers, wine etc during the trekking period & in Kathmandu, except the mentioned tea & coffee during
the trekking period as mentioned in the itinerary above.
-- Personal nature of expenses like telephone calls, bar, laundry, tips etc.
-- Travel Insurances, medical expenses and the emergency helicopter charter rescues during the trekking,
wherever it may be applicable.
-- All other additional services that are not mentioned in the cost inclusion section above.
NEPAL TOURIST VISA
-- The “Tribhuvan International Airport “ ( TIA ) is the only international airport of Nepal from where the Immigration Office grants the Tourist Visa on
Arrival for the tourists flying to Nepal .
-- Though you can expect some queues during peak Tourist season, the “On Arrival ' visa procedure is very quick and simple.
-- If you wish to skip those queues, you can also consider getting Visa from Nepalese Diplomatic Missions stationed abroad prior to your arrival.
-- If you have obtained visa from Nepalese Diplomatic Missions in abroad , then you must enter Nepal within six months from the visa issued date.
Your total stay is counted starting from the day you enter into Nepal.
-- Visas obtained on Arrival at the Entry and Exit points are 'Tourist Visas'. They bear multiple Re entry facility. Tourist Visa 'On Arrival' is the only
entry visa to Nepal.
On Arrival Visa Fee at Entry Points ::
15 Days – 30 USD
30 Days – 50 USD
90 Days – 125 USD
NOTE :: Please carry the Cash ( US$ or Euro ) with you . The electronic money is not accepted at all .
Gratis Visa On arrival ( Visa for Free ) ::
-- Children below 10 years except US citizens
-- Up to 30 days for SAARC Citizen (except Afghanistan) visiting Nepal for the first time in a given
visa Year.
-- Non Residential Nepalese(NRN) card holder ( issued by MoFA /Nepalese diplomatic missions abroad).
-- Chinese Nationals
-- Officials from China, Brazil, Russia and Thailand do not need Entry Visa based on reciprocal visa
waiver Agreement
Visa Extension Fee ::
-- Tourist visa extension is done for minimum 15 days with USD 45 and USD 3 per day for additional days.
In the case of delay less than 150 days additional USD 5 per day as late fine.
-- Contact Department of Immigration for extending your visa or changing the category of your visa.
-- Tourist Visa extension can be done from Immigration Office, Pokhara too.
-- Non tourist visa extension can be done only at Department of Immigration (if eligible) for a period of
maximum one year (except business visa).
IMPORTANT NOTE ::-
-- If you are visiting Nepal for the purposes other than Tourism (sightseeing, tour, travel, mountaineering, trekking, visiting friends and families), you should still get ' Tourist Visa' to get into the country. However, you must change the category of visa as per your purpose and length of stay in Nepal from Department of Immigration by producing required documents.
-- Nationals of following countries are requested to acquire Visa prior their arrival from their nearby Diplomatic missions ( Embassies / consulates ) of Nepal Government. (1) Nigeria , (2) Ghana , (3) Zimbabwe , (4) Swaziland,(5) Cameroon, (6) Somalia, (7) Liberia , (8) Ethiopia, (9) Iraq , (10) Palestine , (11) Afghanistan, (12) Syria .
ALTITUDE SICKNESS & REMEDY
-- Altitude sickness, the mildest form being acute mountain sickness (AMS), is the negative health effect of high altitude, caused by rapid exposure to
low amounts of oxygen at high elevation.
-- Altitude sickness occurs when you cannot get enough oxygen from the air at high altitudes.
-- Generally speaking, this brief illness occurs when a person quickly travels from a place with a low elevation to one with a high elevation - or vice versa.
-- The faster you climb to a high altitude, the more likely you will get acute mountain sickness. The best way to prevent altitude illness is to ascend gradually.
SYMPTOMS ::
-- This causes typical symptoms such as a headache, nausea, vomiting , light headedness , loss of appetite, and trouble sleeping.
-- The different levels of altitude sickness have different symptoms : Symptoms of mild, short-term altitude sickness also include dizziness, fatigue,
shortness of breath, loss of appetite, sleep problems and a general loss of energy.
-- This usually happens above 5,000 feet, though some might not experience altitude sickness until at least 10,000 feet in elevation.
HOW LONG CAN ALTITUDE SICKNESS LAST ?
-- Other symptoms will go away quickly at a lower altitude. Symptoms of moderate altitude sickness usually improve in 24 hours at an elevation that is at least 1,000 to 2,000 feet lower. Symptoms should go away completely within 3 days.
WHAT IS THE BEST REMEDY FOR ALTITUDE SICKNESS ?
Treating Altitude Sickness Instantly ::
-- Stop And Rest Where You Are.
-- Make Sure You're Drinking Enough Water.
-- Then go down to the lower altitude zone as soon as possible.
-- If You Have A Headache, Take Ibuprofen Or Paracetamol.
-- If You Feel Sick, Take An Anti-Sickness Medicine, Such As Promethazine.
-- Do Not Smoke, Drink Alcohol, Or Exercise.
-- Do Not Go Any Higher For At Least 24 To 48 Hours.
-- Once you go down, and after the altitude sickness goes away, get some tea and chocolate.
WHAT MEDICATIONS PREVENT ALTITUDE SICKNESS ?
-- Acetazolamide is used to prevent and reduce the symptoms of altitude sickness. This medication can decrease headache, tiredness, nausea, dizziness, and shortness of breath that can occur when you climb quickly to high altitudes (generally above 10,000 feet / 3,048 meters).
HOW QUICKLY DOES DIAMOX WORK FOR ALTITUDE SICKNESS?
-- To prevent altitude sickness, start taking acetazolamide 1 to 2 days before you start to climb. Continue taking it while you are climbing and for at least 48 hours after you have reached your final altitude. You may need to continue taking this medication while staying at the high altitude to control your symptoms.
HOW MANY DIAMOX CAN I TAKE A DAY ?
-- The recommended dosage is 1 capsule (500 mg) two times a day. Usually 1 capsule is administered in the morning and 1 capsule in the evening. It may be necessary to adjust the dose, but it has usually been found that dosage in excess of 2 capsules (1 g) does not produce an increased effect.
WHO SHOULD NOT TAKE DIAMOX ?
-- You should not use Diamox if you have cirrhosis, severe liver or kidney disease, an electrolyte imbalance, adrenal gland failure, or an allergy to Diamox or sulfa drugs.
Destinations During Trek :- Kathmandu – Beshisahar – Jagat – Namrung – Samdo – Dharapani - Besisahar - Kathmandu
About This Trekking :- This rapid Manaslu Circuit Trek program is planned for those fit and strong
people already acclimatized in the Alps or Himalaya with previous trekking
experience that allows to experience marvelous Manaslu region in short period
of time.
This trekking journey goes around the periphery of Mt Manaslu ( 8,163 meters) and the walking trail starts from Soti Khola at the altitude of 700 meters, is a charming village at the
bank of Budhi Gandaki river.
From lush rice paddies terraced fields with water buffalo and thatched huts, we
walk north along the incredible, mountain - capped high route, through
sprawling Gurung villages perched on high, terraced hilltops covered in
Rhododendron, to reach Kutang, or lower Nubri. Here the ethnically Tibetan
inhabitants speak their own dialect, partly Tibetan and partly Gurung, and live
a lifestyle that spans Nepal and Tibet.
Trekking to Manaslu Circuit is ever
higher to upper Nubri, purely Tibetan culture and tradition; we share the trails with yak caravans. Here, trade with Tibet continues as it has for
centuries and Tibetan villages have been forged from the wilderness by Tibetan
refugees.
Inspiring mountain panoramas, dominated by Manaslu itself, are a highlight of
the trek as are day hike to Pun Gyen Gompa, Manaslu Base Camp from Sama Gaun
and Rui La, a traditional trade route to Tibet at the Nepal-Tibet boarder from
Samdo Village, the valley above Samdo near the border of Tibet and the epic
crossing the snow-covered Manaslu Larke Pass to Bimtang and Manang region of
the Annapurna circuit is life time experiences.
Main features of Manaslu Circuit Trek
-- It is very popular but still less crowded
compared to peers Annapurna Circuit or Everest Base Camp. The word is getting
out about Manaslu, but there are still about 10 times fewer trekkers on the
Manaslu Trail.
-- Manaslu circuit offers wild and
wilderness experience with authentic local culture and people but not it is no
more camping trek but a tea hose trek (lodge to lodge trek).
-- Manaslu trek is easily accessed, no stressful domestic flights required.
-- The first part of the trail follows the Buri Gandaki, a deep, long river
gorge, with many suspension bridge crossings.
-- This trek fulfills all the taste of Nepal: you'll walk from the subtropical
jungle at lower altitudes, through
the Himalayan foothills to alpine
zone, cold and daring crossing of the Larkya Pass above
5,100 meters
USEFUL INFORMATION FOR TREKKING
A Typical
Trekking Day ::
-- A typical day’s walk could be minimum
from 4 to 7 hours and involve a multiple
number of ascents and descents along the trail.
It is rare to spend much time at the same level.
-- On an organized camping trek, the day is run to a remarkably tight schedule.
-- Get up at 6:00 AM with a cup of tea, Reset your backpack &
the trekking gear before breakfast, then start walking at 7:00 AM, Stop for
lunch at around 12:00 PM..
-- Restart your trekking journey after the lunch and stop walking by 04:00 PM.
-- The dinner is served around 06.30 PM and followed by a briefing for the next
day’s trekking plan and finally it is time to go to sleep.
-- Please be informed that this time table may be adjusted according to
weather conditions, availability of camp sites, water supply etc.
-- To ensure that you will enjoy your trek whole heartedly, we would like to
advise you about the following highlighted points which should seriously be
taken into account:
Food
and Water
--
Lodges and tea houses are carefully chosen by our trekking staff while
passing through the trekking trail. We will make sure that excellent food will
be provided to you and that water is boiled or adequately treated, as this is
one of the basic rules for healthy trekking.
-- On a camping trek, your only concern with food is sitting down to eat it !
The porters carry all the food along with them and there will be a cook with
assistants who can turn out meals of often stunning complexity, like baking a
cake
Money
Everything is included in the price of
the trek, except for the purchase of water and soft / hard
drinks so we advise you to always carry Nepalese rupees during your trek. The amount
to be carried depends on the area and the duration of the trek.
Be
A Responsible Trekker
Although trekking in the Himalayas
plays a vital role in the economy of many mountain areas, it also may have a
negative impact which has become a major concern.
Minimize Your Impact to The
Flora And The Fauna
From an ecological point of view,
always carry your rubbish with you, drink treated water instead of mineral
water in order to reduce the use of plastic bottles.
Be
Respectful to Nepalese Culture & Tradition
-- From a human point of view, please
respect Nepalese culture and traditions. It is a good thing before leaving for
the trek to
have a look at the “Do and Don’t”
since an inappropriate behaviour, though considered normal in Western countries,
could
severely shock or hurt local people.
Ask
Permission From The Person Before Photographing Them
-- Please do not give money or sweets to
the children directly on your trip, as this encourages them to beg and may
contribute
to dental problems.
-- If you would like to give something back, you can assist with our charity
work by volunteering or giving a donation.
Trekking
15 Days
US$ 1190.00 ( mini. 2 Pax ) Per Person
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