Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
Depending on your arrival time, our representative will be at the airport to receive you and transfer you to your booked hotel.
Overnight in Hotel
Meals: B
Day 2: Drive to Lapubesi (884m) – 8/9 Hrs Drive
An early morning breakfast and we head towards Arughat through the paved road from Kathmandu until Dhanding Besi. We take a right crossing the road through a bridge and head towards Arughat that is a major trade center for Gorkha. We drive further to Lapubesi where we spend an overnight.
Overnight in Lodge
Meals: BLD
Day 3: Trek to Dobhan (1070m) – 7 Hrs Trek
We will walk along the Budi Gandaki river until our final destination of the day, Dobhan. As we cross through several steep section open to the river while passing through herds of mules, it is important to remain on the wall side to avoid being pushed away by the mules carrying the loads. We arrive at Tatopani, a small hot spring from where we cross the Budi Gandaki River through a suspension bridge. From here, we continue towards Dobhan.
Overnight in Lodge
Meals: BLD
Day 4: Trek to Philim (1570m) – 7 Hrs Trek
Today, we cross several suspension bridge along with the bridge like structure which is attached to the wall of the rock before we reach the village of Jagat. As we arrive at Jagat, we will notice the large cliff on both sides. A gate painted with "Welcome to Manaslu Conservation Area" welcomes stand visibly. After our guide takes care of the permits at the first checkpoint in Jagat, we continue our trek through the rocky ridge and several bridges. As we cross the bridge after Sirdibas village, we take a straight uphill all the way to Philim. The village has a beautiful school built by Japanese which you can visit on your leisure time.
Overnight in Lodge
Meals: BLD
Day 5: Trek to Deng (1804m) – 6 Hrs Trek
We walk on the trail that passes through the forest of pine, rhododendron and other trees. Also, we cross through villages like Ekle Bhatti and Pewa. After crossing the narrow ridge and narrow trail we arrive at Deng that has few hotels. We spend an overnight here.
Overnight in Lodge
Meals: BLD
Day 6: Trek to Namrung (2630m) – 7 Hrs Trek
The trail today passes through the forest and Mani after heading west from Budi Gandaki. Crossing Budi Gandaki several times we encounter several monasteries along the way. As we enter the epic section of Manaslu. Crossing few other settlements we arrive at Namrung that is located next to the Budi Gandaki River. You can take a walk around the village or visit the monastery.
Overnight in Lodge
Meals: BLD
Day 7: Trek to Lho Gaon (3180m) – 7/8 Hrs Trek
The early morning greets you with the sunrise over Shringi Himal, Ganesh Himal and Himal Chuli in the south. After breakfast we will have an easy walk until we cross Lihi village. Just after Lihi village before crossing Hinang River, we head towards the direction of Himal Chuli Base Camp (4020m) at the left for a visit to a beautiful buddhist monastery Hinang Gumba (3120m) and return back the same route to continue towards Lho Gaon.
Overnight in Lodge
Meals: BLD
Day 8: Trek to Punggen Monastery (4050m) - Samagaon (3520m) - 8hrs Trek
Acclimatization Day: We will start our trek early morning. Easy walk through the pine and rhododendron forest along the river then climb steadily to reach Syala village. From here, we continue towards the suspension bridge. After crossing it, we head towards Punggen Monastery leaving the trail that heads towards Samagaon. The monastery is situated at the lap of the Manaslu mountain. You are rewarded with the 360° view of the mountains like Manaslu, Hiuchuli, Nadi Chuli (Peak 29) and Rani Peak. After taking some pictures and enjoying the view, we descend down the same trail and continue towards Samagaon.
Overnight in Lodge
Meals: BLD
Day 9: Trek to Samdo (3875m) – 4 Hrs Trek
Today is relatively a short walk passing through Birendra Lake and heading northwest of valley as we encounter the chortens and mani walls along the way. We arrive at Samdo in about 4 hours after which you have the rest of the day to yourself.
Overnight in Lodge
Meals: BLD
Day 10: Trek to Larkyay Phedi (4460m) – 4 Hrs Trek
A short and easy walk to Larkyay Phedi from Samdo takes about 4 hours. We cross a wooden bridge as we start ascending from here. Along the way, we can witness the Larkyay Glacier. We continue climbing as we arrive at a guest house in Larkyay Phedi which is also known locally as Dharmasala, there are some isolated tea houses.
Overnight in Lodge
Meals: BLD
Day 11: Trek to Bimthang (3590m) – 9/10 Hrs Trek
Today can be regarded as one of the most challenging days of the whole trek. After climb for a short while we get spectacular views of Larkya Peak and Cho Danda. As we ascend towards the pass the trails becomes steeper. Once we arrive at the Larkya Pass (5140m), we are greeted with amazing views of Kangguru, Himlung, Cheo Himal, Gyaji Kang, Namjung Himal, Ratna Chuli and Annapurna II. We descend steep towards Bimthang from here with the view of Manaslu. You need to be careful that some sections while descending are too steep and icy, you are advised to put on your crampons.
Overnight in Lodge
Meals: BLD
Day 12: Trek to Tilje (2300m) – 7 Hrs Trek
As the hard part of the trek is over, we head towards Tilje where the trail passes through the dense rhododendron forest and fields slowly coming into sight. Arriving in the Manang district, we are in the restricted part of the Manang after Nar Phu. We continue our trek further down to Gowa where we will have lunch and continue descending towards Tilje.
Overnight in Lodge
Meals: BLD
Day 13: Trek to Dharapani (1963m), Drive to Besisahar and Then to Kathmandu
The last day of trip, we start up early following the trail to Dharapani about 1hour. Here, we take the 4x4 jeep to Besisahar. At Besisahar we will take another vehicle to get back to Kathmandu. We will check into our comfortable rooms and enjoy the hot showers and freshen up.
Overnight in Hotel
Meals: BLD
Day 14: Free Day in Kathmandu
We deserve a free day where we can relax in our hotel garden with some chilled beers or go for a full day sightseeing that can be arranged upon request.
Meals: B
Day 15: International Departure
Depending on your flight time, our airport check in is 3 hours prior to the departure time and the hotel checkout time is 12PM. In case our flight is late evening please let us know if you require half day use of the hotel. Our representative will meet you at the hotel and transfer you to the airport.
Meals: B