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Mt.Manaslu Expedation

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14899

Accommodation Tea house and camping

Difficulty Moderate

Group 12

Best Season Autumn

Essential Information

Visa Requirements (Nepal)

On-Arrival Visa: Available for most nationalities at Tribhuvan International Airport or land borders. Prepare passport-size photos and fees (USD accepted).

Pre-Arrival Visa: E-visa can be applied online.

Validity: Tourist visas can range from 15, 30, to 90 days. Extensions are possible at the Department of Immigration in Kathmandu or Pokhara.

Medical Insurance

Mandatory for Trekkers: High-altitude trekking requires insurance covering helicopter evacuation (above 4,000m).

Health Precautions: Carry altitude sickness medications, basic first aid kits, and any prescribed medications.

Additional Tips

Weather Preparedness: Pack according to seasons—layers for trekking, rain gear during monsoons, and thermal wear in winter.

Currency: Nepalese Rupees (NPR); bring cash for remote areas.

Tipping: Common practice in tourism—10-15% for guides, porters, and drivers.

Connectivity: Wi-Fi is available in cities and teahouses (at a cost). Local SIM cards are affordable for internet use.

What Tourists Can Expect

Cultural Experiences: Visits to UNESCO World Heritage Sites, vibrant festivals, and interactions with diverse ethnic communities.

Adventure: Trekking in the Himalayas, wildlife safaris, and adrenaline activities like paragliding and zip-lining.

Cuisine: Authentic Nepali dishes like dal bhat, momos, and Newari specialties.

Eco-Friendly Travel with Trekker Nepal

Sustainability Focus: Trekker Nepal emphasizes eco-friendly practices.

Recommendations:
- Bring reusable water bottles and a water purification device to avoid single-use plastics.
- Opt for refillable water stations during treks.
- Use eco-friendly trekking gear and minimize waste production.

Plastic-Free Efforts: Nepal lacks adequate recycling facilities, making reducing plastic waste critical.

By prioritizing eco-friendly practices and responsible tourism, Trekker Nepal ensures a memorable and sustainable travel experience, blending adventure with cultural immersion.

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Mt.Manaslu Expedation

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$ 14899

What's included

COST INCLUDES Airport/Hotel/airport transfers 4 nights’ accommodation Kathmandu on twin sharing basis with breakfast and all taxes Kathmandu – Arughat – Kathmandu by private Vehicle and all your luggage to Base camp and back to Kathmandu. Manaslu Expedition Government Royalty All camping facilities and meals till Base Camp including tents at Base camp. Kitchen and Dining equipment, Eating utensils, Shower Tents, Toilet Tent, Store Tent, etc. All porter wages cost from Arughat to Manaslu Base camp and back to Kathmandu. All costs for support staff (guide, cook, kitchen helpers, and porters) Liaison officer, his fee, daily wages, equipment, clothing, accommodation, transportation, meals, and insurance Garbage deposit for Ministry of Tourism Garbage fee / Environmental Fee All our base camp staff, porters, and Camp 1 staff wages, insurance, and their daily wages, and their equipment allowance. Heaters in the mess tent at Base Camp. Tables, backrest chairs, mattress, kitchen equipment, and all cutleries. All breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Tea, Coffee from Arughat to Manaslu Base Camp and till back to Arughat and Kathmandu. Kathmandu to Manaslu Base camp and back (all luggage and extra baggage carrying wages for the clients) Generator and Solar Panel at Base Camp Manaslu Area Conservation Fee (MCAP) Trekking Guide plus Base camp manager, all base camp staffs and porters his daily wages, insurance, equipment allowance, meals, accommodation, etc Satellite phone for Emergency use GAMO bag (Portable Altitude Chamber) Manaslu Area special Trekking permit. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Tea, Coffee, Hot water for shower from Aarughat to Manaslu Base Camp and back to Arughat Helicopter rescue service Trekker Nepal trekking duffel bag. COST EXCLUDES International flights and airport taxes. Visa fees. Bar bills and laundry. Travel insurance. Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu. Tips for driver, guide, porter, BC staff, and climbing Sherpas Any other expenses incurred except mentioned in the above ‘included’ items. Ice ax, Crampons, and Climbing boots Four season sleeping bag for base camp use and above Harness Jumar/ascender 3 x tape slings 2 x screwgate karabiners Descender/abseil device Prussic loops Plastic mountaineering boots and Neoprene over boots Globes, Sunglasses, Snow glass, Down suit or duvet/salopette combination, warm woolen socks, well broken in trekking shoes, trekking poles, etc. Successful Climbing Bonus for the Sherpa – (USD 1200 recommended

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Itinerary

MANASLU EXPEDITION ITINERARY
DAY 01 Arrive in Kathmandu (1320m)
Arrival in Kathmandu. You’ll meet a Trekker Nepal representative who will transfer you to the hotel. After check-in, you can either take a rest, hang around the O/N Hotel.

DAY 02-03 Expedition document application, Preparation, briefing for Expedition
These days we are busy briefing about expeditions, documentation, visa application, last-minute shopping, and preparation for departure to the expedition. We’ll also introduce our Nepali crew coming with you for the expedition. Hotel. BLD

DAY 04 Drive to Arughat by private vehicle.
Your Trekking staff will come to your Hotel in the early morning at around 8.00 am to pick you up, from there we’ll have a 6-7 hour depending upon the road condition driving journey to Arughat. O/N Tea house (B,L,D)

DAY 05 Trek to Soti Khola (775m) 6 hrs.
After the morning breakfast, we’ll start our journey following the Budhi Gandaki River toward its point of origin. We’ll be passing the villages of Morder and Simre to reach the Arkhat River. Then we ascend slowly towards Kyoropani. Camp today nears the confluence of Seti River – an ideal place to take a fresh water bath and clean the clothes. O/N Camping (B,L,D)

DAY 06 Trek to Machha Khola (900m) 5-6 hrs.
The trail starts descending slowly until you climb again to the mountain ridge to Almara. Then Pass the forest trail to arrive at the village called Riden Gaon. The valley here cuts into another side of the river to enter Budhi Gandaki. Then at Lambesi, the trail follows down to the sandy river bed of Budhi Gandaki. O/N Camping (B,L,D)

DAY 07 Trek to Jagat (1340m) 6 hrs.
After crossing Machha River and Khorla besi, there is a hot spring called “Tatopani ”. The trail follows a forested area towards Dovan. Below Dovan, there is a huge rapid at Budhi Gandaki. As the elevation increases, the rapids and the scenery undergo a complete transformation. At Jagat, there is a police check-post where your trekking permit will be checked by the official and we will stay overnight at Jagat. O/N Camping (B,L,D)

DAY 08 Trek to Ngyak (2310m) 6 hrs.
After ascending to a terraced hill of Saguleri and view of Shringi Himal (7177 m) can be seen from very near. Then we continue towards Sirish Gaon, Gandaki valley narrows from herewith soaring precipitous walls. O/N Camping (B,L,D)

DAY 09 Trek to Ghap (2100m) 6 hrs.
We’ll be following the trail upstream of Deng River – a tiny village of 4 houses. We walk through a newly built rock tunnel from here, thus avoiding the traditional steep climb. At Ghap, Tibetan culture begins with Mani stones and Chortens all around. O/N Camping (B,L,D)

DAY 10 Trek to Lho (3200m) 6 hrs.
After crossing the wooden bridge over the river Budhi Gandaki, we follow the path lined with houses that are interspersed with cultivated fields. At Namru, there is a police check post and again our permit and belongings will be checked if necessary. After Namru, across the Hinan river originating from Linda Glacier and continuing on to Sho astonishing view of Naike peak, Manaslu north (7,774m) and Manaslu (8,150m) which are clearly visible if weather is clear. O/N Camping (B,L,D)

DAY 11 Trek to Sama Village or Gaon (3500m) 6 hrs.
Walking along with the upper reaches of Lho, with the view of the snowy peaks of Manaslu ahead of us, we pass the new gompa then ascend through light forests next to a small river to reach the Tibetan settlement village called Shyla, where the villagers are often out in their fields. Another few hours of trekking through classic alpine scenery leads us past Tibet grazing settlements, the trail to Pung Gyan Gompa, and then Sama Gaon, or Ro, as the locals call it. Sama Gaon sits in a bowl at the foot of the pastures leading to the high peaks, with main walls, a small gompa and tightly packed rows of houses at the lower reaches of the village, and the large gompa at the upper reaches. In the afternoon hike up to the gompa above the town, and to wander the streets of the fascinating Sama Gaon village. O/N Camping (B,L,D)

DAY 12 Rest day at Sama Gaon for acclimatization
Rest day in Sama Gaon for acclimatization. Visit the surrounding area. O/N Camping (B,L,D)

DAY 13 Trek Sama Gaon to Manaslu Base Camp
Trek for 4-5 hours to reach Manaslu Base Camp from Sama Gaon.

DAY 14-42 Climbing Period of Manaslu Expedition (8163m)
The climbing period for Manaslu begins now. We do not provide a day-to-day itinerary for the climbing period, as this will be determined by the expedition leader and members. Guides will take a flexible approach based on what fits with climbers’ and their own experience. Typically, the team will spend a few days at the base camp organizing food, practicing rope skills, and acclimatizing before moving above the base camp. From base camp, there will be 4 camps set up until you reach the summit. Base camp is in a comfortable position on rock and protected from winds. Make sure to acclimatize well before you start climbing higher altitude. Enough time needs to be allowed for bad weather and slow acclimatization. Summit push will be normally at midnight. So that team reached the top early in the morning. Catch a breathtaking sunrise and surrounding view then get back to base camp before getting affected by heat. After summiting, withdraw from the mountain removing all equipment and rubbish, and take it back to Base camp.

DAY 43 Trek Base camp to Sama village
Trek down to Sama Gaon. O/N Camping (B,L,D)

DAY 44 Trek to Namrung village
Trek back to Namrung village. O/N Camping (B,L,D)

DAY 45 Trek to Philim village
Trek back to Philim. O/N Camping (B,L,D)

DAY 46 Trek to Machha khola
Trek back to Machha khola. O/N Camping (B,L,D)

DAY 47 Trek to Arughat
Trek back to Arughat. O/N hotel (BLD)

DAY 48 Drive back to Kathmandu
Drive-by private vehicle to reach Kathmandu. It takes approximately 6-7 hours.

DAY 49 Rest in Kathmandu
Today you’ll be free in Kathmandu. You can have sightseeing in the cultural heritage inside Kathmandu, buy souvenirs and thangkas to take back home or anything as the day is free and easy. In the evening we’ll host a farewell-Celebration dinner with a local typical cultural experience in a Restaurant adjoining our crew that was in the expedition time with you. Overnight at Hotel (BD)

DAY 50 Departure to your country
Trekker Nepal repetitive will take you 3 hours before your final departure to your homeland

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