Round Manaslu Heli Trek
Moderate
Mt. Manaslu that lies at the elevation of 8156m and world’s eighth highest mountains in the world stays majestically away from the crowds. Similar in many respects to the Annapurna tour, the Manaslu trek takes place in a valley of lesser frequentation. The recent construction of lodges sees this circuit evolve over the years. The gompa (monastery) of Sama, in an amphitheater at the foot of the Manaslu, marks the entrance into Buddhist territory. The Larkya Pass (5140m), the high point of the route, presents a gentle slope before plunging abruptly to reach the lower valleys. Superb panoramas, typical villages inhabited by different ethnic groups.
This trek starts with a 35 minutes helicopter flight to Namrung with the magnificent views of the Himalaya avoiding the dusty roads. This is one of the real highlight of this trip.
Trip Highlights
- 35 minutes helicopter flight from Kathmandu to Namrung with the magnificent views of the Himalaya.
- The diversity of the landscapes of the Manasalu, massive little frequented.
- An acclimatization with the ascent to the Punggen Monastery at the lap of the Manasalu with superb panoramic view of the mountains.
- Experience the pleasantly contrasting feature of landscape on this trek with narrow trails turning into wide pastures and green lush valleys turning into glacial moraines.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
Depending on your arrival time, our representative will be at the airport to receive you and transfer you to your booked hotel. Evening time can be spent taking a tour in busy Thamel Street or just enjoying your beer in the hotel garden.Meals: B
Hotel: Gokarna Forest Resort
Day 2: Free Day in Kathmandu
Your free day in Kathmandu today can be used relaxing in the hotel or taking an optional day sightseeing to the cultural heritage sites in Kathmandu.Meals: B
Hotel: Gokarna Forest Resort
Day 3: Flight to Namrung (2630m) – 35 Mins Helicopter Flight
After breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred to the domestic airport in Kathmandu to take the helicopter flight to Namrung. Nestled in the wilderness of the secluded Nubri Valley, lies Namrung amidst rich fauna and flora, lapped on the Mt. Manasalu, along the Manasalu trekking circuit. You can take a walk around the village or visit the monastery.Overnight in Lodge
Meals: BLD
Day 4: Trek to Lho Gaon (3180m) – 7/8 Hrs Trek
The early morning greets you with the sunrise over Shringi Himal, Ganesh Himal and Himal Chuli in the south. After breakfast we will have an easy walk until we cross Lihi village. Just after Lihi village before crossing Hinang River, we head towards the direction of Himal Chuli Base Camp (4020m) at the left for a visit to a beautiful Buddhist monastery Hinang Gumba (3120m) and return back the same route to continue towards Lho Gaon.Overnight in Lodge
Meals: BLD
Day 5: Trek to Punggen Monastery (4050m) - Samagaon (3520m) - 8hrs Trek
Acclimatization Day: We will start our trek early morning. Easy walk through the pine and rhododendron forest along the river then climb steadily to reach Syala village. From here, we continue towards the suspension bridge. After crossing it, we head towards Today is relatively a short walk passing through Birendra Lake and heading northwest of valley as we encounter the Chorten and Mani walls along the way. We arrive at Samdo in about 4 hours after which you have the rest of the day to yourself.Overnight in Lodge
Meals: BLD
Day 6: Trek to Samdo (3875m) – 4 Hrs Trek
Today is relatively a short walk passing through Birendra Lake and heading northwest of valley as we encounter the Chorten and Mani walls along the way. We arrive at Samdo in about 4 hours after which you have the rest of the day to yourself.Overnight in Lodge
Meals: BLD
Day 7: Trek to Larkya Phedi (4460m) – 4 Hrs Trek
A short and easy walk to Larkya Phedi from Samdo takes about 4 hours. We cross a wooden bridge as we start ascending from here. Along the way, we can witness the Larkya Glacier. We continue climbing as we arrive at a guest house in Larkya Phedi which is also known locally as Dharmasala, there are some isolated tea houses.Overnight in Lodge
Meals: BLD
Day 8: Trek to Bimthang (3590m) – 9/10 Hrs Trek
Today can be regarded as one of the most challenging days of the whole trek. After climb for a short while we get spectacular views of Larkya Peak and Cho Danda. As we ascend towards the pass the trails becomes steeper. Once we arrive at the Larkya Pass (5140M), we are greeted with amazing views of Kangaru, Himlung, Cheo Himal, Gyaji Kang, Namjung Himal, Ratna Chuli and Annapurna II. We descend steep towards Bimthang from here with the view of Manasalu. You need to be careful that some sections while descending are too steep and icy, you are advised to put on your crampons.Overnight in Lodge
Meals: BLD
Day 9: Trek to Tilje (2300m) – 7 Hrs Trek
As the hard part of the trek is over, we head towards Tilje where the trail passes through the dense rhododendron forest and fields slowly coming into sight. Arriving in the Manang district, we are in the restricted part of the Manang after Nar Phu. We continue our trek further down to Gowa where we will have lunch and continue descending towards Tilje.Overnight in Lodge
Meals: BLD
Day 10: Trek to Dharapani (1963m), Drive to Besisahar and Then to Kathmandu
The last day of trip, we start up early following the trail to Dharapani about 1hour. Here, we take the 4x4 jeep to Besisahar. At Besisahar we will take another vehicle to get back to Kathmandu. We will check into our comfortable rooms and enjoy the hot showers and freshen up.Meals: B
Hotel: Gokarna Forest Resort
Day 11: Free Day in Kathmandu
We deserve a free day where we can relax in our hotel garden with some chilled beers or go for a full day sightseeing that can be arranged upon request.Meals: B
Hotel: Gokarna Forest Resort
Day 12: International Departure
Depending on your flight time, our airport check in is 3 hours prior to the departure time and the hotel checkout time is 12PM. In case our flight is late evening please let us know if you require half day use of the hotel. Our representative will meet you at the hotel and transfer you to the airport.Meals: B
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