01: Arrive in Kathmandu |1300m

Namaste! Welcome to Nepal. Landing at Tribhuvan International Airport, our representative greets you at the arrival gates, taking you to our pre-booked hotel. Check into your suites, freshen up, and relax.

In the evening we will be at an event for a formal introduction and a trek briefing. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.

02: Drive from Kathmandu to Soti Khola (730m)

Today, we drive along the Prithvi Highway to Arughat Bazaar via Trishuli Bazaar. The drive is pleasant.

Arriving at Soti Khola with splendid views of the Himalayan range up north.

Overnight stay at Soti Khola.

03: Trek from Soti Khola to Machha Khola (930m) 4-5 Hrs

This will be a major day on the trail as you head for Machha Khola. The trail begins by crossing Soti Khola through pine forests and terraced fields. Two important stops along the way include Khursane and Lapubesi. Crossing over the Budhi Gandaki River again, you arrive at Machha Khola.

Overnight stay at Machha Khola.

04: Trek from Machha Khola to Jagat (1300m) 6-7 Hrs

Heading upstream along the banks of the Budhi Gandaki River, we cross Thado Khola onto Khorla Besi.

Then you arrive at Tatopani, famous for its natural hot springs.

Through the Budhi Gandaki gorge, we make our way to Dobhan. The final stretch of the trail for this day involves yet another climb along the ridge of Budhi Gandaki to Jagat.

Overnight stay at Jagat.

05: Trek from Jagat to Deng (1860m) 6-7 Hrs

The day starts with a walk through a lush green forest. The trail climbs to Salleri initially and descends to Sirdibas. Onto the Ghatta River, we’ll take a trail upstream to Philim. Past the crop fields to Ekle Bhatti, we take on a gorge that involves a steep descent to the banks of the Budhi Gandaki River. After several crossings, we reach Deng.

Overnight stay at Deng village.

06: Trek from Deng to Namrung (2540m) 5-6 Hrs

The trail takes you to crossroads leading to Bihi and Namrung. We head west, climbing up gradually and cutting through a dense forest. The trail takes us to Prok, which offers stunning views of the Shringi Himal Mountains.

A walk past gompas and Chortens keeps us entertained while towering hills and snow-capped mountains.

Following the river upstream through a lush forest and crossing a narrow gorge, we climb to Namrung.

Overnight stay at Namrung.

07: Trek from Namrung to Sama Gaon (3390m) 5-6 Hrs

With a trip to Sama Gaon on this day, we get closer to Manaslu Base Camp. Beautiful views of Manaslu Himal (8163m) may be had from this village. As we pass the villages of Sho, Shyala, and Lho, Ganesh Himal (7,422m) gets closer and closer.

The town is well-known for having Ribung Gompa, one of the oldest in this area, while Shyala village offers a first-hand look at life in the Himalayas with renowned peaks all around you. You reach Sama Gaon with stunning vistas of glaciers and snow-covered mountains.

Stay the night at Sama Gaon.

08: Hike to Manaslu Base Camp (4400m) for 6-7 Hrs or Pungain Gompa for excellent Mountain View

This day is an acclimatization day, but we will hike near the vicinity. First, we traveled to the Manaslu base camp. As we make our way to the base camp of Manaslu (8163m), we pass through boulder-stricken terrain, but the snow-covered scenery offers alluring beauty.

Enjoying the stunning views of this peak’s southern face, which includes Himal Chuli (7893m) and Ngadi Chuli (7871m), among other peaks. Enjoy the vista of the hilltop Pung Gyan Gompa as you travel back to Sama Gaon.

The Pungain Gompa also offers spectacular mountain vistas of Manaslu (8163m), Himal Chuli (7893m), Tent Peak (5663m), and many others.

Stay the night at Sama Gaon.

09: Trek from Sama Gaon to Samdo (3690m) 2-3 Hrs

The trek today will take us northeast to the village of Samdo. The entire day will account for a trek along a trail sandwiched between the base of towering hills and the Budi Gandaki River flowing downstream.

We cross minute settlements and the Budhi Gandaki River at one instance. The final section of the trek before Samdo involves climbing past an entrance arch carved out of stone.

Overnight stay at Samdo.

10: Trek from Samdo to Dharamsala (4460m) 4-5 Hrs

The trail descends sharply along the banks of the Budhi Gandaki River. Larkya Glacier comes into the picture with magnificent views of Salka Khola valley. The trail takes us around beautiful scenery with the Himalayas in the backdrop and iconic monasteries. Gradually climb to reach Dharamsala.

Overnight stay at Dharamsala.

11: Trek from Dharamsala to Bimthang (3590m) via Larkya La Pass (5106m) 7-8 Hrs

Today’s trail takes through the Larkya Glacier, which gives breathtaking views of Larkya Himal (6219m) and Cho Danda. Then a steep ascent to the top of Larkya La Pass (5160m) is the highest point of this trek as you continue over glacial moraines.

After reaching the pass summit, we are rewarded with stunning views of Mount Himlung (7126m), Larkya Himal (6219m), and Annapurna ranges. The footpath then descends along a narrow, steep path to fields at the valley’s butte. Arrive at the settlement of Bimthang with breathtaking views of Mount Manaslu.

Stay the night in Bimthang.

12: Trek from Bimthang to Tilije (2300m) 4-5 Hrs

The trail leading from Bimthang offers magnificent views of the Himalayan, including Lamjung, Himlung, and Manaslu. The trail eventually takes us to Dudh Khola after we cross a pasture. Onto the magnificent village of Kharche with terraced fields, we continue on a flat trail until a ridge from where the trail takes us to Tilije.

Overnight stay at Tilije.

13: Trek from Tilije to Tal (1680m) 4-5 Hrs

After a short climb from Tilije, cross Dudh Khola over a suspension bridge. The name itself signifies the pristine milky color of the river. Registering your permits at the Police check post, we proceed to Dharapani.

This marks a transition from the Manaslu Conservation area to Annapurna. Descending now, crossing Marsyangdi River to reach Tal village.

Overnight stay at Tal.

14: Trek from Tal to Syange 1150m 4-5 Hrs

On the final day of this magnificent trek, we descend further as we cross the Marsyangdi River before arriving at Chamje. Onto Chamje valley, we skirt the ridges heading downhill past terraced patches of cultivated fields with occasional views of minute villages perched atop hills.

Onto a stretch of beautiful rhododendron groves and past the pine forest, we arrive at Syange.

Overnight stay at Syange.

15: Drive from Syange to Kathmandu by public vehicle 

Concluding our trip, we took a road trip on a private jeep back to Kathmandu. A pleasant road unlike that to Arughat Bazaar earlier in the trip, we follow the Marsyangdi River passing by the beautiful towns of Besisahar, Dumre, and Mugling.

In Kathmandu and dropped off at the hotel, refresh and relax.

Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.

16: Departure from Kathmandu

Today, you bid Nepal farewell. Wrapping up this trip and transferring to the airport, you’ll be dropped at the departure terminal approximately 3 hours before the scheduled flight.

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