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Ganesh Himal and Manaslu Trek

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  • Price:US$ 2955
  • Duration:26 Days
  • Destination:Nepal
  • Grade:Moderate

Destination: Nepal

Max. Altitude: 5213 meters

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The Ganesh Himal, Manaslu Region covers four districts of Nepal – Gorkha, Rashuwa, Dhading, and Nuwakot. At the very close proximity of the Kathmandu valley – at about 70 Km – lies the Ganesh Himal mountain ranges. Trekking is a mix of ancient culture and a fascinating natural experience.    It offers more than 40 mountains over 6000 meters and exposes 526 species of plants and 300 species of birds. The Ganesh Himal Trekking crosses the 4045 meters high Sing-La Pass offering awesome views of the Ganesh Himal range. If you are interested in a trek off the beaten path, the Ganesh Himal and Manaslu Trekking is perfect for you. Optionl No Two And we join the Manaslu Circuit Trekking begins from Arught machha Khola and ends at Besisahar of the Annapurna region. Optional No three: You can continue the Annapurna circuit trek, around Manaslu offers spectacular scenic beauty and fascinating Tibetan culture. Manaslu Circuit Trekking is a challenging trip requiring good physical fitness and stamina. Round Manaslu Trek involves crossing Larkya-La pass (5213m). During the trek to Manaslu visitors can enjoy the brilliant views of different mountains.

Come and join us for a life changing experience – with Himalayan Unforgettable Adventures!

Day to day outline itinerary

  • Day 01:Arrive in Kathmandu
  • Day 02:Sightseeing
  • Day 03:Drive Kathmandu – Gatlang (2238m) – 6- 7 hours
  • Day 04:Gatlang to Somdang (3,270m) 7- 8 hours
  • Day 05:Somdang - Pangsang Bhanjyang (3850m) - 6h
  • Day 06:Pangsang Bhanjyang - Tipling 2235m) 7h
  • Day 07:Tipling -Bharang village 1519m) 6h
  • Day 08:Bharang - Lapa Gaon (1850m) - 6h30.
  • Day 09:Rest day
  • Day 10:Lapa Gaon - Myangal Bhanjyang (2980m) - 7h30.

  • Day 11:Myangal Bhanjyang – Dhunchet Gaon (1430m) - 6h.

  • Day 12:Dhunchet- Machha khola (1000m) - 6h3

  • Day 13:Machha Khola - Jagat (1350m) - 7h.

  • Day 14:Jagat - Deng (2300m) - 7h.

  • Day 15:Deng - Ghap (2095m) - 7h.

  • Day 16:Ghap - Lho Gaon (3120m) - 6h

  • Day 17:Lho Gaon - Sama Gompa (3500m) - 6h.

  • Day 18:Sama Gompa - Manaslu Base Camp (4700m) - Sama Gompa

  • Day 19:Sama Gompa - Samdo (3900m) - 3h.

  • Day 20:Samdo - Dharmasala (4450m) - 6h.

  • Day 21:Dharmasala - Bimtang (3800m) 7h

  • Day 22:Bimtang - Dharapani (1940m) - 7h.

  • Day 23:Dharapani - Bahudanda (1310m) - 7h

  • Day 24:Drive Bahumdanda to Kathmandu

  • Day 25:Farewell Dinner

  • Day 26:Final departure

Cost Details

Cost Include

  • All airport/hotel/land transfers by private or public vehicle unless otherwise requested
  • Accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast.
  • Welcome and farewell dinner.
  • Camping / teahouse accommodation during the trek with all meals included
  • Sightseeing tours in Kathmandu, Paten and Bhaktapur including a tour guide and entrance fees (if the option is chosen)
  • Experienced trek leader, assistant guide and Sherpa porters including their salaries, insurance, equipment, flight, food and accommodation.
  • All necessary permits (national park entrance fee, TIMS).
  • A comprehensive medical kit.
  • All government and local taxes wherever applicable

Cost Exclude

  • Nepal visa fee ($30 and two passport photographs are required).
  • International airfare to and from Kathmandu
  • Excess baggage charges
  • Lunch in Kathmandu, unless requested for
  • Extra accommodation nights other than stated in the itinerary.
  • Travel and rescue insurance
  • Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, chocolate, beverages, showers etc)
  • Tips for guides and porters



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Detail Itinerary

Day 01Arrive in Kathmandu Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, transfer to the hotel, welcome dinner in the evening. overnight stay hotel

Day 02Sightseeing After breakfast visit Swoyambhunath, Pashupatinath, Boudanath, and Kathmandu Durbar Square), preparation for the Trekking equipment

Day 03Drive Kathmandu – Gatlang (2238m) – 6- 7 hoursAfter early morning breakfast, we drive from Kathmandu to Gatlang where we will stay overnight at Pardor Peak Guest House.

Day 04Gatlang to Somdang (3,270m) 7- 8 hoursBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Overnight in Tented Camp

Day 05Somdang - Pangsang Bhanjyang (3850m) - 6h Somdang - Pangsang Bhanjyang . We can see Panorama view from Pangsang Bhanjyang we will stay overnight at Teahouse

Day 06Pangsang Bhanjyang - Tipling 2235m) 7h Pangsang Bhanjyang - Tipling village we will stay overnight at Home Stay

Day 07Tipling -Bharang village 1519m) 6hAfter breakfast, we will down to Bharang village will stay teahouse (1519m) - 6h.

Day 08Bharang - Lapa Gaon (1850m) - 6h30.After breakfast, we will down to the river and up to - Lapa Gaon Village

Day 09Rest day Rest day in Lapa Gaon.

Day 10Lapa Gaon - Myangal Bhanjyang (2980m) - 7h30. Lapa Gaon - Myangal Bhanjyang

Day 11Myangal Bhanjyang – Dhunchet Gaon (1430m) - 6h. Myangal Bhanjyang - Majh Gaon

Day 12Dhunchet- Machha khola (1000m) - 6h3 Majh Gaon - Baseri

Day 13Machha Khola - Jagat (1350m) - 7h. Machha Khola - Jagat

Day 14Jagat - Deng (2300m) - 7h. Jagat - Deng

Day 15Deng - Ghap (2095m) - 7h. Deng - Ghap

Day 16Ghap - Lho Gaon (3120m) - 6h Ghap - Lho Gaon.

Day 17Lho Gaon - Sama Gompa (3500m) - 6h. Lho Gaon - Sama Gompa

Day 18Sama Gompa - Manaslu Base Camp (4700m) - Sama Gompa Sama Gompa - Manaslu Base Camp .

Day 19Sama Gompa - Samdo (3900m) - 3h. Sama Gompa - Samdo

Day 20Samdo - Dharmasala (4450m) - 6h. Samdo - Dharmasala

Day 21Dharmasala - Bimtang (3800m) 7h Dharmasala - Bimtang (3800m) via Larkya-la Pass (5213m) - 7h.

Day 22Bimtang - Dharapani (1940m) - 7h. Bimtang - Dharapani

Day 23Dharapani - Bahudanda (1310m) - 7h Dharapani - Bahudanda.

Day 24Drive Bahumdanda to Kathmandu Drive to Kathmandu 7h by bus.

Day 25Farewell Dinner Free day and farewell dinner in the evening.

Day 26Final departure

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