16 days trek itinerary to Manaslu Circuit via Arughat, Sama Gaou and Larkey Pass

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Kathmadu, Nepal

Day 2: Trek preparation

Final preparation of the trek including arrangement of permits. Leisure day or you may also do a city tour of Kathmandu, Bhaktapur or Patan (optional tour in extra cost). Overnight at hotel. B.B.

Day 3: Pokhara

Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (900m). It’s 200 k.m to Pokhara, a 5 – 6 hours scenic drive through Prithivi Highway following the river bank of Trishuli and Marshyandi. On the way, we will have an opportunity to view the Himalayan ranges of Ganesh Himal, Manaslu and Annapurna (depends on weather). And the beauty of nature is just of awesome. Overnight at hotel near the bank of Fewa Lake. B.B.

Day 4: Flight Pokhara - Jomsom (2720m), and trek to Kagbeni (2810m, 2 hours walking).

Flight Pokhara – Jomsom (2720m), and trek to Kagbeni (2810m, 2 hours walking).

It’s just a 20 minutes short flight; but amazing flight through the Kaligandaki river gorge; the deepest natural river gorge in the world; which lies between two 8000m gaints peaks, Annapurna I (8091m) & Dhaulagiri (8167m).

After landing at Jomsom airport; we walk following the east bank of Kaligandaki river to Ekle Bhatti (2740m, 1:30 hours). Then walk for another 30 mintutes to reach Kagbeni, an oasis-like settlement of flat-roofed houses. There is also a Tibetan Buddhist gompa of Sakyapa sect in the village and views of the gompa with Mt. Nilgiri, Mt. Tilicho, Mt. Dhaulagiri and Mt. Annapurna rising above are superb! Overnight at hotel. B.B.

Day 5: Trek to Samar (3660m, 6-7 hours walking)

After breakfast, we take a short walk through a narrow flagstone-paved path, then we enter to the restricated area of Mustang. From here, we continue our walking to east bank of Kaligandaki river. We walk through the impressive village of Tangbe (3060m), Chhusang (2980m) & Chele (3050m) overlooking the fantastic landscapes. There is a small, but impressive cave gompa in Chhusang which is dedicated to White Tara, the buddha of Success and Achievement. After 45 minutes continue walking to Chele; we can see the good view of back down the Kaligandaki valley, with the peaks of Tilicho and Nilgiri. After another 11/2 hours slow pace walking we arrive at the Dajori La Pass (3735m) with views down the valley. After another 30 minutes walking we arrive at Samar, a small picturesque village. Overnight at Guest house. B.L.D.

Day 6: Trek to Geling (3570m, 5 - 6 hours walking)

We walk through the center of the village and descend to a stream where we can see eroded watercourse; then we climb up and continue up towards the Bhena La (3838m) and Yamda La (3860m). From here we can see our first substantial views of Upper Mustang with coffee-colored hills nearby; then we walk to Syangboche village (3800m) following mani walls and stupas; then eventually we arrive at the village of Geling. There are 2 gompas in the village, the date back to 15th century which are worth visiting. Overnight at Guest house. B.L.D.

Day 7: Trek to Tsarang (3560m, 6-7 hours walking)

Today we climb a steep uphill just above the 2 gompas and continue walking to a pass (4025m) from where we can enjoy overlooking back towards the Annapurnas. Then we trek down to Ghemi (3520m), a small settlement of few tea houses, then continue trek down to a stream and cross a suspension bridge and ascend the upper valley where we can see the longest mani wall in Mustang region. Following the trail beside the mani wall, we climb up another pass of Tsarang La (3870m); and we descend to Tsarang, the old capital of Mustang. Overnight at Guest house. B.L.D.

Day 8: Trek to Lo - Manthang (3809m, 4 hours walking).

Today is the final day of our destination, short and moderate walking to Lo – Manthang, the medieval walled city. We walk following the Tsarang river to the north and gradually climb up to the Lo La (3950m) from here we can see the good views of Lo – Manthang and northern Mustang. From the pass, it is an easy down hill walk to ancient walled capital of Lo- Manthang. Overnight at Guest house. B.L.D.

Day 9: Excursion in Lo - Manthang

After breakfast, we go for walking tour around the valley. There are four major gompas which are worth visiting: Jampa Lhakhang or Jampa Gompa, the oldest, built in the early 15th century and also known as the “God house”; Thubchen Gompa, a huge, red assembly hall and gompa built in the late 15th century and located just southwest of Jampa Gompa; Chodey Gompa, now the main city gompa; and the Choprang Gompa, which is known as the “New Gompa”. Overnight at Guest house. B.L.D.

Day 10: Return Trek

Trek to Ghemi 93520m, 5 – 6 hours walking). Overnight at Guest house. B.L.D.

Day 11: Return Trek

Trek to Samar (3660m, 6 – 7 hours). Overnight at Guest house. B.L.D.

Day 12: Return Trek

Trek to Jomsom (6 – 7 hours walking). Overnight at Guest house. B.L.D.

Day 13: Return flight to Pokhara

Flight from Jomsom to Pokhara early in the morning. Overnight at hotel. B.L.D.

Day 14: Return to Kathmandu

Drive back to Kathmandu (200 k.m, 6 hours drive). Overnight at hotel. B.B.

Day 15: Departure

Transfer to Airport for your onward journey. ***End of the Trip***

Duration: 15 days

Location: Mount Manaslu, Gorkha 44600 Nepal