Name: Manaslu Expedition
Brand: Swotah Travel and Adventure Pvt. Ltd.
SKU: ME81
Price: 13750 USD
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Situated at the edge of one of the most secluded Himalayan valleys in the central-western Nepal <a href="../../../kali-gandaki-river-rafting" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Himalaya's Kali Gandaki</a> valley 40 miles east of <a href="../../../annapurna-i-expedition" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Annapurna</a>, Manaslu is the world's eighth highest mountain. Manaslu expedition offers an alternative to <a href="../../../cho-oyu-expedition">Cho Oyu</a> for those who want to climb a more varied and challenging 8,000. Manaslu's long ridges and valley glaciers provide feasible approaches from all directions culminating in a peak that towers steeply above its surrounding landscape. At least six different routes to Manaslu exist today of which the south face is the toughest in climbing history. The first attempt at Manaslu was made in 1953 by a Japanese team from the Budhi Gandaki Valley, however, the first ascent was made only in 1956. This area has always had relatively few trekkers compared to other more popular <a href="../../../blogs/off-the-beaten-treks-in-annapurna-region" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">regions of Annapurna</a> and Khumbu region. Together with the stunning scenery around Manaslu makes this trip is one of the classics yet <a href="../../../blogs/10-best-off-the-beaten-trekking-destinations-of-nepal-2023" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">unspoiled trekking adventures</a> in the Himalayas. It extends from the crops cultivation area to the area permanently covered with snow and ice; hence it looks like a serrated wall of snow and ice hanging on the sky. The mountain&rsquo;s long ridges and valley glaciers offer feasible approaches from all directions and culminate in an Expedition that towers steeply above its surrounding landscape and is a dominant feature when viewed from afar. Manaslu Mountain is not for the debutantes; this expedition, demands a high level of climbing proficiency on steep, exposed, and technical skill and altitude experience of 7000 m. 5+ rock and Ice climbing experience, capable of 6/7 hour walk a day and for the Summit day 8/10 hours walk. The climbing route follows a relatively straight line to the summit, which has few technical sections. Normally, four camps are set up during Manaslu climbing. A few stretches of steep climbing and crevasses from Camp I to Camp II. The slippery snow climbing is required from Camp II to Camp III. Possibility of avalanches from Camp III to Camp IV.

Manaslu Expedition

Arrival in Kathmandu: After you arrive at Kathmandu Airport, our representative will already be there to pick you up from the airport to the hotel without any problems. In the evening, we will discuss the detailed itinerary of the whole trip, trekking permits, and TIMS.

Final Preparation: We have the whole day to prepare fully for our journey to the Himalayas. We have enough time to shop and also the formalities are done today. The briefing and final preparation are done.

Drive to Arughat: In the morning, we gear up for adventure waiting for us. We take Jeep and drive all the way to Arughat. From Arughat, we pass through Hydroelectricity Project, well-cultivated rice/millet fields until Maltar. After a certain walk, Buri Gandaki Valley appears with the narrow and steep trail crossing through Arkhet Khola and finally reach Soti Khola where we stay for the night;

Trek to Macchakhola: After walking for a short from Soti Khola, we reach Labu Besi (a Gurung Village). We rest there and explore the place for a while and continue our further journey to Machha Khola (900m) from where we can access the area of Ganesh Himal where we stay for that night;

Trek to Jagat: Leaving Machha Khola and passing through Khola Besi, we reach a hot spring called Tatopani. Here we can relax for some time and continue our trek to Jagat (1410m ) following the deep forest then reaching Dovan, below which flows the massive Budi Gandaki. As the elevation increases, the rapids and the scenery undergoes a complete transformation. We rest at Jagat after reaching there;

Trek to Bhi Phedi: 
On the sixth day, we make mind for Bhi Phedi. After ascending to a terraced hill of Saguleri with the alluring view of Sringi Himal (7,177m), we continue toward Sirish Gaon. Gandaki Valley narrows from here. After ascends and descends walk from Sirish Gaun, finally we reach Bhi Phedi. We stay at Bhi Phedi and rest there for that night.

Trek to Namrung: 
The trails from Bhi Phedi crosses Buri Gandaki to the south and cross the forest. After crossing the wooden bridge over Budhi Gandaki, we follow the path lined with houses that are interspersed with cultivated fields. At Namrung, there is a police check post again. We cross through that point and walk through the village trail and reach Namrung which is the endpoint for today;

Trek to Syala:
 From Namrung, we depart for the scenic village of Syala. Syala is a beautiful village that offers a 360-degree view of Panorama. The trail to Syala is beautiful with the scenic views of natural landscapes and unique village of the area. After some hours of walk, we reach Syala and rest there;

Trek to Sama Gompa:
 We wake up early in the morning to see the beautiful sunrise view from Syala. After our morning breakfast, we leave behind Syala and move forward for our today's destination; Sama Gompa. The trail to Sama Gompa is beautiful with its natural beauty along with the Buddhist Gompas and Monasteries. We stay at Sama Gompa tonight;

Acclimatization: 
Today is the acclimatization day so we do not have to walk further on this day. We rest at Sama Gompa and roam around the place to get our bodies used to be in higher altitude with thin air. Acclimatization is the key for success trek so today, we rest there for our good trek further.

Acclimatization: 
Meanwhile, we are acclimatizing our bodies we explore the nearby places. We hike up to Pung Gyen Gumba situated beneath the east face of Manaslu. Alternatively, we can relax and make exploration around the busy village and Gompas of Samagaon;

Trek to Manaslu Base Camp:
Today, our trail transverse through glacier moraine and beautiful glacial 'Birendra Lake'. The lake is situated at the foot of the glacier which reflects the beauty of the Manaslu through the reflection. Our Sherpa crew will go in advance to set up campsite at the Base Camp;

Day 13 -41 (climbing period): 
From today, our actual climbing period starts. These climbing days includes trekking and acclimatizing activity that together makes our climbing successful. We cross through different Campsites and finally reach the summit of Mount Manaslu after our great effort. We are then left behind with the spectacular views of Nepal landscapes and the alluring panoramic views of Nepal Himalayas. After we surmount Mount Manaslu, we then descend back to the Base Camp;

Celebration at Sama Gaon:
 After conquering the summit of Majestic Manaslu, we return back to Sama Gompa. Making a relaxed start, we begin to retrace our steps on the same trail that descends through the glacier moraine. We trek back to reach Sama Gaon for spending our overnight. In the evening, we celebrate with our team;

Trek to Samdo: 
From Sama Gompa, we head towards Samdo via Kargyu Chholing Gompa and pass through different rivers, juniper and deep forest and stone huts of Kermo Kharka. From Kemo Kharka, trail gets rough as we cross through Buri Gandaki and after a long walk, we reach Samdo (3860m). We rest there at Samdo this night;

Trek to Dharamsala: 
Today, we descend on the wide trail from Samdo passing through many fields, rivers and reach Dharmsala(4470m) which is our ending point for this day. We stay at Dharmashala tonight;

Trek to Bhimtang:
Today, the trail is going to be gentle climb beside a moraine. The trail becomes rough and indistinct as it crosses through a moraine to the south steep & grassy slope. We cross through the Larke Pass (5213 m) and reach Tauhuche. Later, we head towards Bhimtang to spend the night.

Trek to Tilije: 
The trail drops from Bimtang and crosses the glacier stream. After climbing over the glacier, we enter rhododendron forest to reach Hompuk (3430m). We pass through Karache, Gho and finally reach Tilije( 2300m) to spend our night;

Drive to Besi Sahar: 
We now end our trekking session and hop onto the jeep and move towards Besi Sahar of Lamjung. After reaching Besi Sahar, we fresh up and rest there at Besi Sahar;

Drive to Kathmandu: 
From Besi Sahar, we head back to Kathmandu which will take us about 6-7 hours of drive. We pass through Trishuli River and picturesque villages on the way to Kathmandu. We stay at the same hotel in Kathmandu;

Kathmandu Sightseeing: 
We have our further trip to roam around Kathmandu valley. Our city guide will take you to the important places within the Kathmandu Valley for sightseeing. You’ll be acquainted with historical &cultural places as well as the Hindu and Buddhist shrines including Swoyambhunath Temple, Boudhanath Temple, Durbar Squares inside the Valley, Pashupatinath Temple and other important temples and monuments. We return back to the hotel after our city tour and fresh up and rest there at the hotel

Departure: 
This is the last day of the entire trip. Our representative will escort you to the airport 3hrs prior to the departure

Fixed departures for Manaslu Expedition guided by experienced mountaineers. Full board service with permit, guide, porters, and equipment for Climbing.

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