Introduction
Missing Nepal and looking for something different and less touristy trek? Consider the Manaslu Circuit Trek. Standing at 8163m, Manaslu is the worlds 8th highest mountain and an imposing sight to behold. Due to its proximity to the Tibetan Border, this trek was largely restricted area until two decades ago.
Manaslu circuit is part of the Great Himalayan Trail and has yet to be as frequently explored compared to the Annapurna and Khumbu (Everest) regions. It gives the region a distinct advantage of quiet trails and villages combined with the stunning scenery surrounding Manaslu.
Missing Nepal and looking for something different and less touristy trek? Consider the Manaslu Circuit Trek. Standing at 8163m, Manaslu is the worlds 8th highest mountain and an imposing sight to behold. Due to its proximity to the Tibetan Border, this trek was largely restricted area until two decades ago.
Manaslu circuit is part of the Great Himalayan Trail and has yet to be as frequently explored compared to the Annapurna and Khumbu (Everest) regions. It gives the region a distinct advantage of quiet trails and villages combined with the stunning scenery surrounding Manaslu.
The Majestic Manaslu
We will begin our trek for the small town of Arughat, climbing through the majestic gorge of Budi Gandaki River, passing by villages rich in Tibetan Style cultures.
Throughout the circuits we will encounters remnants of an ancient lands which was once a major trading route between Nepal and Tibet, peppered with ornate Buddhist monasteries, and prayer flags and terraced fields belonging to the various ethnic groups primarily of Sherpa, Tamang, Gurung, Hyolmo to name a few.
The Larkya La
For Mountain Lovers and Photographers, chances to encounters majestic glaciers mountains are aplenty as we pass along the Mansiri Himal range, home to some of the highest peaks. Highlight of the trip would be the climb up the Larkya La (5135m) where an impressive view of giant peaks looming over us on every sides.
LarKya La during snows
THE ITINERARY
SUMMARY (12 October to 28 October 2019)
Day 1: Arrival at Kathmandu, overnight hotel
Day 2: Free and easy day at Thamel, preparation for the hike and permit registration (passport to be collected)
Day 3: Kathmandu to Arughat to Soti Khola ( 6 hour drive, 5 hour hike, Altitude: 720m)
Day 4: Soti Khola to Machha Khola ( 5 hours, Altitude: 930m)
Day 5: Machha Khola to Jagat ( 6 hours, Altitude: 1440m)
Day 6: Jagat to Deng ( 6 hour, Altitude: 1860m)
Day 7: Deng to Namrung (6 hour, Altitude: 2630m)
Day 8: Namrung to Lho (6 hour, Altitude: 3180m)
Day 9: Lho to Samagaon (Time: 5 hour, Altitude: 3520m)
Day 10: Acclimitization Day at Samagaon
Day 11: Samagaon to Samdo (Time: 4 hour, Altitude: 3800m)
Day 12: Rest Day at Samdo
Day 13: Samdo to Dharmasala (time: 4 hour,Altitude: 4460m)
Day 14: Dharmasala to LARKYA pass (5160m) and trek to Bimthang (Time: 8-9 hour, Altitude: 3600m)
Day 15: Bimthang to Dharapani drive to Beshishar (Time: 6 hour, Altitude: 760m)
Day 16: Beshishar to Kathmandu drive 5/6 hour
Day 17: Departure to the airport
* Important note, if you plan to arrive on 13 Oct, please time your arrival before 9am as we need to submit permit registration with your original passport.
*Manaslu Circuit Trek is regarded as one of the challenging trek as it involves plenty of rock scrambling with high chances of snow along the trails crossing the mountain passes. Therefore this is suited only for experienced hikers/trekkers
Trek Difficulty: 3.5-4 (https://www.liveopenly.net/adventures-unlimiteds-trail-grading.html)
Day 1: Arrival at Kathmandu, overnight hotel
Day 2: Free and easy day at Thamel, preparation for the hike and permit registration (passport to be collected)
Day 3: Kathmandu to Arughat to Soti Khola ( 6 hour drive, 5 hour hike, Altitude: 720m)
Day 4: Soti Khola to Machha Khola ( 5 hours, Altitude: 930m)
Day 5: Machha Khola to Jagat ( 6 hours, Altitude: 1440m)
Day 6: Jagat to Deng ( 6 hour, Altitude: 1860m)
Day 7: Deng to Namrung (6 hour, Altitude: 2630m)
Day 8: Namrung to Lho (6 hour, Altitude: 3180m)
Day 9: Lho to Samagaon (Time: 5 hour, Altitude: 3520m)
Day 10: Acclimitization Day at Samagaon
Day 11: Samagaon to Samdo (Time: 4 hour, Altitude: 3800m)
Day 12: Rest Day at Samdo
Day 13: Samdo to Dharmasala (time: 4 hour,Altitude: 4460m)
Day 14: Dharmasala to LARKYA pass (5160m) and trek to Bimthang (Time: 8-9 hour, Altitude: 3600m)
Day 15: Bimthang to Dharapani drive to Beshishar (Time: 6 hour, Altitude: 760m)
Day 16: Beshishar to Kathmandu drive 5/6 hour
Day 17: Departure to the airport
* Important note, if you plan to arrive on 13 Oct, please time your arrival before 9am as we need to submit permit registration with your original passport.
*Manaslu Circuit Trek is regarded as one of the challenging trek as it involves plenty of rock scrambling with high chances of snow along the trails crossing the mountain passes. Therefore this is suited only for experienced hikers/trekkers
Trek Difficulty: 3.5-4 (https://www.liveopenly.net/adventures-unlimiteds-trail-grading.html)
LAND COST
$1350USD/PAX
Registration and Payment Details:
Step 1- Deposit of SGD$500 via ATM/Bank transfer to ADVENTURES UNLIMITED, DBS CURRENT A/C - 0039351950
Step 2: Whatapp proof of payment receipt to Jane +65 9102 0550 (IMPORTANT: PLEASE INDICATE "MANASLU 2019)
Step 3 Receipt for payment will be issued and you will be added into a dedicated whatsapp chat for this trip two months prior to the trip.
Inclusions and Exclusions
Cost Includes
All the ground transportation
Hotel in Kathmandu
Meals 3 times a day (Breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trekking
All accomodation during the trek.
Trip Map.
Trekking porter /Sherpa who will carry your bags during the trekking. (up to 10kg)
An experienced, knowledgeable, helpful, friendly and English-speaking trekking guide and porter to carry your luggage during the trek (2 trekkers:1 porter).
Group medical supplies (first aid kit / oxygen will be available).
Four season sleeping bag, and which need to be returned after the trek).
All necessary paper works and national park entry permits.
TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management System).
All government taxes, vat, tourist service charges,
Cost doesn't include
International Flight tickets
Travel insurance
Entry fee while sightseeing in Kathmandu
Personal equipment (Equipment List)
Nepal Visa fee (visa charge USD 40 and 4 passport photographs for the visa and permit).
Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu.
All kind drinks (hot, cold and alcoholic)
Personal shopping and laundry, shower etc.
Tips for trekking staff and driver (Tipping is expected).
Any other expenses not mentioned in the 'Inclusion' section
Refund Policy
Deposit (non-refundable)
Until 12 weeks prior to departure – 100% Refund of balance paid
10 weeks prior to departure – 50% Refund of balance paid
8 weeks prior to departure – 0% Refund of balance paid
Training
Participants are expected to commit to dedicated training programmes jointly conducted by Adventures Unlimited, The Fitness League and FitnessKakis.
Others:
1. This event is organised by Adventures Unlimited (TA02844), a licensed travel agent registered with the Singapore Tourism Board.
2. Insurance
From 15 July 2015, a travel agent is required to inform and ask attending participants if it is their wish to purchase travel insurance that includes coverage for business insolvency of travel agencies when:
– they are buying a leisure travel product/package; or
– their travel product/package costs at least S$1,000 (including GST) per person; or
– they are paying a deposit or payment of at least S$500 per person.
Read our counter-AMS plan - click here
$1350USD/PAX
Registration and Payment Details:
Step 1- Deposit of SGD$500 via ATM/Bank transfer to ADVENTURES UNLIMITED, DBS CURRENT A/C - 0039351950
Step 2: Whatapp proof of payment receipt to Jane +65 9102 0550 (IMPORTANT: PLEASE INDICATE "MANASLU 2019)
Step 3 Receipt for payment will be issued and you will be added into a dedicated whatsapp chat for this trip two months prior to the trip.
Inclusions and Exclusions
Cost Includes
All the ground transportation
Hotel in Kathmandu
Meals 3 times a day (Breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trekking
All accomodation during the trek.
Trip Map.
Trekking porter /Sherpa who will carry your bags during the trekking. (up to 10kg)
An experienced, knowledgeable, helpful, friendly and English-speaking trekking guide and porter to carry your luggage during the trek (2 trekkers:1 porter).
Group medical supplies (first aid kit / oxygen will be available).
Four season sleeping bag, and which need to be returned after the trek).
All necessary paper works and national park entry permits.
TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management System).
All government taxes, vat, tourist service charges,
Cost doesn't include
International Flight tickets
Travel insurance
Entry fee while sightseeing in Kathmandu
Personal equipment (Equipment List)
Nepal Visa fee (visa charge USD 40 and 4 passport photographs for the visa and permit).
Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu.
All kind drinks (hot, cold and alcoholic)
Personal shopping and laundry, shower etc.
Tips for trekking staff and driver (Tipping is expected).
Any other expenses not mentioned in the 'Inclusion' section
Refund Policy
Deposit (non-refundable)
Until 12 weeks prior to departure – 100% Refund of balance paid
10 weeks prior to departure – 50% Refund of balance paid
8 weeks prior to departure – 0% Refund of balance paid
Training
Participants are expected to commit to dedicated training programmes jointly conducted by Adventures Unlimited, The Fitness League and FitnessKakis.
Others:
1. This event is organised by Adventures Unlimited (TA02844), a licensed travel agent registered with the Singapore Tourism Board.
2. Insurance
From 15 July 2015, a travel agent is required to inform and ask attending participants if it is their wish to purchase travel insurance that includes coverage for business insolvency of travel agencies when:
– they are buying a leisure travel product/package; or
– their travel product/package costs at least S$1,000 (including GST) per person; or
– they are paying a deposit or payment of at least S$500 per person.
Read our counter-AMS plan - click here
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A word on trekking in high altitude places
At Adventures Unlimited, we take our participant's health and safety concerns seriously. Instances of acute mountain sickness (AMS) can affect your heart, lungs, muscles, and sensory system. If one's condition is extreme and he/she has little access to treatment, difficulties can prompt swelling in the cerebrum and lungs, bringing about unconsciousness or even death. Learning to anticipate, minimise and treat AMS when dealt with symptoms is vital in the mountains. At Adventure Unlimited, we bring our medical and monitoring equipments whenever we embark on a trip. We do not soley rely on our foreign partners and operators to supply them. Please click here to read and understand Adventures Unlimited's approach in dealing with acute mountain sickness. |
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