You will be welcomed by one of the representatives from the Mera Alpine Treks & Expedition at the airport. He will take you to the hotel and brief you about the program. In the evening, you will look around the lively streets of Thamel and have a welcome dinner organized by the company. Overnight in the hotel.
Larke Pass Manaslu Circuit Trek Itinerary
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Day 1 Arrival at Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel
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Day 2 Drive from Kathmandu to Arughat (680m) and trek to Seti Khola (880m)
Early in the morning, you will be picked up by your guide to drive to Arughat. The drive will present you with the countryside view. Upon reaching Arughat, you will begin trekking towards Soti Khola through the forested trail.
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Day 3 Trek from Seti Khola to Machha Khola (900m)
The trail descends and then ascend to a mountain ridge. You will reach Almara and from here trek through a forest that will take you to the other side of Budhi Gandaki river. From Labubesi, you will drop down to the sandy river bed of Budhi Gandaki a reach Machha Khola.
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Day 4 Trek from Machha Khola to Jagat (1,430m)
Crossing Machha Khola and Khorla Besi, you will reach Tatopani. At Tatopani, you will find a natural hot spring. From here, you will trek following the forested trail and reach Dovan. As you will gain altitude to reach Jagat, the views get completely changed.
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Day 5 Trek from Jagat to Eklebati (1,700m) to Dyang (1,800m)
Leaving Jagat behind, you will head towards Eklebati. The trail you present you the gorgeous alpine scenery. Trekking through dense pine forest, you will reach Eklebati. On the way, you will also get to enjoy fantastic views of Shringi Himal, Ganesh Himal, and many other mountains.
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Day 6 Trek from Dyang to Bi Phedi (2,050m) to Namrung (2,660m)
After having breakfast, you will begin trekking through a beautiful canyon. The trail then ascends through the lush forest where you might get to see many monkeys. After getting out of the forest, you will pass by mani walls, monasteries, and prayer flags to reach Bi Phedi.
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Day 7 Trek from Namrung to Shyaula (3,480m) to Sama Village (3,360m)
The trail goes through picturesque Tibetan villages like Ligaon, Sho, and Lo. On the way, you will get to see superb views of Mt. Manaslu and other mountains. The trail will be steep and take you to the edge of Pung Gyen Glacier located at the foot of several Himalayan giants including the east face of Mt. Manalsu. You will then descend and reach Sama village passing for night stay.
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Day 8 Hiking of Manaslu Base Camp to Sama Village (3,360m)
It is your rest day. You will spend the day exploring around and going on a short hike to Manaslu Base Camp. From Manaslu Base Camp, you will get to see breath-taking views of the Himalayan landscape. After spending some time at the base camp, you will return back to Sama village to spend the night.
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Day 9 Sama Village to Sama Gompa (3,550m) to Samdo (3,800m)
Today, you will visit Sama Gompa and head towards Samdo. Trekking through lush pine forest, you will get to witness excellent views of the lake and glacier crevasses. The trail then includes a few ascends and descends and lead you to Samdo.
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Day 10 Trek from Samdo to Larke Phedi (4,300m)
After having breakfast, you will ascend gradually enjoying the beautiful landscape of pastures. Further, the trail will take you to Larke Phedi where you will spend the night.
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Day 11 Trek from Larke Phedi to Larke La Pass (5,135m) to Bhimthang (3,650m)
Climbing along with the easter side of the ridge, you will get to witness outstanding views of Larkya Peak. Further, the trail descends to a huge moraine and lead you to Bhimthang.
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Day 12 Trek from Bhimtang to Tilje (2,300m) to Dharapani (2,000m)
After having breakfast, you will trek through rhododendron forests and small villages. You will reach Tilje, the biggest Gurung village of Manaslu Circuit Trek. The trail then descends and join the Annapurna circuit trek. Further, trekking along the Marshyangdi River downstream, you will pass by scattered settlements. Crossing an iron bridge, you will reach Dharapani.
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Day 13 Trek from Dharapani – Bhulbhule – Khudi – Basisahar – Dumre – Kathmandu
From Dharapani, you will trek through small villages and reach Khudi via Bhulbhule. From here, you will trek and reach Besisahar from where you will drive back to Kathmandu. Upon reaching Kathmandu, you will move to your hotel.
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Day 14 Sightseeing and Shopping day at Kathmandu
This is an extra day set apart for you to explore around the Kathmandu valley and do shopping. In the evening, you will join the farewell dinner organized by the company and also prepare to head back to your home the next day.
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Day 15 Transfer to airport for final departure
This is your last day in Nepal. After having breakfast, one of the members of our company will take you to the international airport for your flight back to your home.