Manaslu and Rupina La Trek

Group size:

2 to 12

Max-Altitude:

5106

Destination:

Nepal

Fitness level:

Moderate

Arrival At:

Kathmandu

Departure From:

Kathmandu

Meals:

Welcome Dinner and Breakfast During City Tours

Accommodation:

Teahouses During Trek and 3 – Star Hotels During a City Tour

Group size:	2 to 12	Max-Altitude:	5106
Destination:	Nepal	Fitness level:	Moderate
Arrival At:	Kathmandu	Departure From:	Kathmandu
Meals:	Welcome Dinner and Breakfast During City Tours
Accommodation:	Teahouses During Trek and 3 – Star Hotels During a City Tour

Trip Introduction

Manaslu and Rupina La trek are supposed to be one of the most chosen treks of all times. This particular trek will take you to the remote and untouched areas having the highest potential of natural beauty.

Nepal Big Mountain offers a trip to Manaslu Base Camp along with the Buddha Base Camp and two passes that provide you with the excellence in the scenery. You will be getting undeniable good facilities and information from the guides provided by Nepal Big Mountain.

You will be enjoying in the wilderness that nature has to offer you. This is your chance to go through the perfect vacation under the snowcapped mountains enjoying the sunrise and sunset in the fresh air. The views of Manaslu (8,163 m), Peak 29 (7,879 m), Himal Chuli (7,893 m) and Baudha (6,672 m) are wonderful. You can enjoy amongst the wildlife of the area including the Blue Sheep, yaks, goats and many other animals that faultlessly take pleasure in the area they live in.

Next, you have the benefit of gaining the amazement of the crossing of the suspension bridges, going through steep trails, hiking uphill and then moving downhill to emerge through the best experiences of trekking. The rewarding trek takes you to the altitude of 5106 m.

In addition to this, you will have the pleasure to encounter the most welcoming and warm natured people. The Sherpas, Buddhists, Tibetans, Mongoloids, Tamangs etc will gladly involve you as one of their own warmings your hearts in the cold weather.

Mainly, the trip will take you through trails filled with Mani walls, prayer flags that will never let your courage down. You will be filled with the thrill of having a new experience every day.

Come and feel comfortable being one of the travellers who are not afraid of taking chances for the rewarding trip that will be close to your hearts for a lifetime.

Do check out our packages for Langtang and Annapurna Regions trekking

Included in the Cost

Experienced English/Chinese/Spanish/Hindi speaking tour guide
Guide fees, government taxes and office service charges
Welcome dinner – Nepali cultural cuisine with a cultural dance performance
All entrance fees
Sim Card
Airport pickups, transfers to hotel and drops in a private vehicle
All transportation charges as mentioned in the itinerary
1 porter per 2 pax
One bottle of mineral water daily during a city tour
All accommodations throughout the journey in twin sharing basis
Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS) and National Park Entry Permits
1 trekking map per 2 pax
1 duffel bag per 2 pax
Teahouse accommodation during the trek on twin sharing basis
General first aid kits

Outline Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (Altitude 1400 m)

Day 2: Drive to Barpak (1950 m) via the historic city of Gorkha (7 hours)

Day 3: Trek from Barpak to Gai Kharka (2900 m/ 6 hours)

Day 4: Trek from Gai Kharka to Bhaisi Kharka (3800 m/7 hours)

Day 5: Trek from Sanrung Kharka to Buddha Himal Base Camp (3600 m) via Rupina-La (4720 m) (7 hours)

Day 6: Trek from Buddha Himal Base Camp to Jhong Kharka (2960 m/6 hours)

Day 7: Trek from Jhong Kharka to Nyak (2340 m/ 5 hours)

Day 8: Trek from Nyak to Bihi Phedi (1990 m/6 hours)

Day 9: Trek from Bihi Phedi to Namrung (2630 m/6 hours)

Day 10: Trek from Namrung to Samagaugaun (3520 m/6 hours)

Day 11: Acclimatization day

Day 12: Trek to Samdo (3860 m/4-5 hours)

Day 13: Trek to Dharamsala/Larkya Phedi (4470 m/4 hours)

Day 14: Larkya Phedi to Bimthang via Larke la pass (5160 m)

Day 15: Trek to Dharapani (1,860 m/8-9 hours)

Day 16: Drive to Kathmandu via Besisar/Lamjung (8-9 hours)

Day 17: Departure

Accommodations

You stay at teahouses throughout the trek. All accommodations are on a twin-sharing basis. After the trek, trekkers make use of Nepal teahouses – small hotels for an overnight stay and home cooked meals.

There will be fewer difficulties as the need to cart food and tents are reduced. Quality depends on the number of customers as well as competition. The bakery is the attraction of teahouses where you can choose from various sweet dishes.

You will be able to experience the native and ancient lifestyle. With higher elevations, there are fewer chances of good flushing mechanisms, making the tour more interesting for the challengers. It is highly recommended to use four seasons’ sleeping bag and earplugs for a better experience. You will have facilities of plug points and lighting which gives you unique experience of convenient trekking. You can upgrade your room and hotel with a reasonable extra charge. However, it might be difficult to find a single room at higher elevations.

Meals

The meals also provide you with a slight pinch of cultural taste. It comprises of welcome dinner and breakfast. Firstly, welcome embraces the refreshments after you reach the arrival destination, Kathmandu. Secondly, you can enjoy the traditional Nepali cuisine that is a blend of rice, lentils, vegetables, and pickle. We respect and provide the choice of vegetarian or non-vegetarian food. Lastly, breakfast consists of organic tea or fresh plump of organic fruits. You are given a choice of a range of bakeries and cookies. Breakfasts are only provided in the city tours.

The trip excludes lunch and dinner so that you can explore the multiple choices of cuisines in Nepal without being bound by the travel agency. However, you can choose meals according to your preferences excluding the provision at your own expense.

Nepal Big Mountain also provides a provision of lunch and dinner for the minimum amount of extra USD 25 per person per day for city tours. In addition to it, during the trekking period, for the prerequisites of breakfast, lunch, and dinner, the minimum amount of extra USD 40 per person per day is provided such that you have the convenience of easy access to meals throughout the trek.

Physical Condition & Experience Requirements

The traveller must specify any kinds of sickness, diseases or phobias before the trip because Nepal Big Mountain believes every traveller needs to be under perfect care and guidance to enjoy the trip with the best convenience possible.

There are high chances of altitude sickness to many trekkers since the trek covers the altitude of 5106m. Along with it, there is a need for the trekkers to be familiar with the cold weather. It is essential for the trekkers to have the common vaccinations. If there are any children travelling, it must be on the guidance of their guardian.

The trip is not suitable for pregnant women and people with an adverse health condition. For children who are under 14-15, it is best to hire porters to carry the heavier equipment, since the children will not be able to manage the heavy loads over rough terrain, and you do not want to have to carry all their stuff as well as your own. The same can be said of elderly people, over sixty may be able to make the long trek, but they need to be physically fit and have no serious conditions.

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (Altitude 1400 m)

Nepal Big Mountain Travel believes in persistence and belongingness. On day 1, arrival day, a representative in formal attire with garlands (Mala) and traditional Buddhist ceremonial scarf (Khata) will welcome you. This is a traditional welcoming gesture of Nepalese. The representative will guide you to the hotel. You can wander around the streets of Thamel and explore shops during the late afternoon. Then, a cultural dinner is presented overnight at 3 – star hotel in Kathmandu or similar class.

Major attractions:

Unique and traditional welcome
Welcome dinner- traditional Nepali cuisine
Wander around the streets of Thamel
Explore shops during the late afternoon
Traditional thankas and articrafts around the area

Included meals: Dinner

Day 2: Drive to Barpak (1950 m) via the historic city of Gorkha (7 hours)

After breakfast, you will set off on a 7-hour drive from Kathmandu towards Barpak. It is made sure that you are comfortable on the trip with the appointment of an experienced driver.

To break the monotony like most of the trips, the bus rides through the shortest route possible proving the natural beauty of Nepal like the mountain ranges, flowing rivers and many more. You can view the next possible destinations of your travel in upcoming vacation namely, Kirtipur, Swoyambhunath, etc. You will reach the ancient town of Gorkha where Prithvi Narayan Shah first started the unification campaign of modern Nepal, in the 18th century. After you reach the Barpak, you will stay at a guesthouse for the night.

Major attractions:

The inception of the wonderful journey to Sotikhola
View of possible future destinations in the route
Appointment of the experienced driver for comfortable travel
Catch the sight of mountain ranges, flowing rivers and many more
Reach the ancient town of Gorkha where Prithvi Narayan Shah first started unification campaign of modern Nepal

Day 3: Trek from Barpak to Gai Kharka (2900 m/ 6 hours)

Today is the inception of your trekking. Your day starts with a stunning view of Buddha Himal range since morning. You leave the Barpak village passing through mesmerizing rhododendron and oak forest. The view of the panorama of the Himalayan ranges gets closer as you trek further. The trail is a lot easier to herders grazing land Gaikharka.

Main attractions:

The inception of your trekking
With a stunning view of Buddha Himal range since morning
Passing through mesmerizing rhododendron and oak forest
View of the panorama of the Himalayan ranges get closer
The trail is a lot easier to herders grazing land Gaikharka

Day 4: Trek from Gai Kharka to Bhaisi Kharka (3800 m/7 hours)

Today is a short but higher in altitude walk. You go to an impressive place called the Sanrung Kharka as well as Rubina La Phedi, the base camp of Rupina la pass so it should be a quite interesting place. You rest at night for next day crossing our main destination of the trip. A huge spacious beautiful lawn greets you.

Main attractions:

A short but higher in altitude walk
Go to an impressive place called the Sanrung Kharka as well as Rupina La Phedi
Rest at night for next day crossing our main destination of the trip
A huge spacious beautiful lawn greets you

Day 5: Trek from Sanrung Kharka to Buddha Himal Base Camp (3600 m) via Rupina-La (4720 m) (7 hours)

Today you will move uphill and reach a higher altitude. It is an important day as you reach the Rupina La pass, the main destination of your trek through a tough step up and moving stones trail. This is the highest trail during the Rupina la Pass which is located at an altitude of 4720 m /15,434 ft. Trek ascend to Rupina La summit takes less time than that of Buddha Himal Base Camp. From the altitude, you are sure to view the magnificence of the snowcapped mountains. As you look back, you can feel the great achievement of your triumph.

Main attractions:

An important day as you reach the Rupina La pass
Adventure of a tough step up and moving stones trail
Sure to view the magnificence of the snowcapped mountains
Feel the great achievement of your triumph
Reach the rewarding altitude of 4720 m

Day 6: Trek from Buddha Himal Base Camp to Jhong Kharka (2960 m/6 hours)

You start your day catching sight of the sunrise striking the breathtaking mountains. You will reach the spectacular glacier to Jarang 3420m. You will follow the trail to amazing Jong Kharka between of Chhuling Khola and Rebing Khola. The view of incredible Gorkha Himal, Himal Chuli, Bouddha Himal, peak 29 and many other peaks will mesmerize you. You reach your destination to Jhong Kharka.

Main attractions:

Start your day catching sight of the sunrise striking the breathtaking mountains
Reach the spectacular glacier to Jarang 3420m
View of incredible Gorkha Himal, Himal Chuli, Bouddha Himal, peak 29 and many other peaks
Follow the trail to amazing Jong Kharka between of Chhuling Khola and Rebing Khola

Day 7: Trek from Jhong Kharka to Nyak (2340 m/ 5 hours)

After you devour your breakfast, you start to walk to your destination. Today you walk through the lush forests and some villages most of part is descending part to get Ngayak Phedi. You follow on the left side of Chhilung Khola passing through Gomna and Serang village to Nyak village.

Main attractions:

Walk through the lush forests
Watch the flowing streams on your way
Pass through welcoming villages rich in culture
Reach Nyak, your destination
Descend part to get Ngayak Phedi

Day 8: Trek from Nyak to Bihi Phedi (1990 m/6 hours)

Today you will continue from Nyak down an easily exposed track until the trail from Philim comes in from the right. You resume through impressive bamboo forests staying in the left side of the river to Deng (1800 m), inhabited by Gurungs who practice Buddhism. You can interact with the inhabitants for a sense of belonging. There is a good lodge here after the Mani wall. Just beyond Deng cross to the east bank and climb to Rana (1980 m) and resume uphill to campsite Bihi Phedi.

Main attractions:

Resume through the impressive bamboo forests
Interact with the inhabitants for a sense of belonging
Walk through the Mani walls to reach the lodge
View spectacular rivers along the way
Climb uphill to reach the Bihi Phedi for a gorgeous view

Day 9: Trek from Bihi Phedi to Namrung (2630 m/6 hours)

The trail continues in and out of sparkling canyons, cross the amazing Serang Khola coming from the north and climb steeply again before finally circling into Ghap. The trail follows the upstream of the river through dense forest, few houses and animal shelter. After crossing the river at an impressive spot where it thunders down a narrow gorge, the forest becomes less dense and the trail is fine again. The pleasant walk continues and after a last steep climb, we reach Namrung.

Main attractions:

Pass in and out of sparkling canyons
Cross the amazing Serang Khola coming from the north and climb steeply again before finally circling into Ghap
Follow the upstream of the river through dense forest, few houses and animal shelter
Cross the river at an impressive spot where it thunders down a narrow gorge
Pleasant walk continues

Day 10: Trek from Namrung to Samagaugaun (3520 m/6 hours)

Leaving the beautiful stone houses behind, you will head to Lho (3180m). The climb through the fields is surrounded by stunning views of the mountains especially Ganesh Himal that will stay with you until you enter Lho. The Buddhist culture starts to kick in from here, as you will see beautiful monasteries. Here, you will be able to visit Lama School. You can also visit the Lho monastery if you like to hear the serene chants of monks. The barley fields greet you with great pleasure alongside the wooden houses.

Main attractions:

Climb through the fields is surrounded by stunning views of the mountains
The Buddhist culture start to kick in from here
Visit the Lho monastery if you like to hear the serene chants of monks
Barley fields greet you with great pleasure alongside the wooden houses
Catch dominating views of Manaslu and Himal Chuli

Day 11: Acclimatization day

After eight days of harsh trekking and reaching the altitude of 3530 m, you will start to feel the cold kicking in. This demands the acclimatization day. Today, you will go for a short hike as well as fulfil your trekking purpose of reaching the Manaslu Base Camp (4460 m). From there, you can sit back to analyze the beauty of the mountain Manaslu. You will also be thrilled to walk through the snow to reach there. Then, you descend back to Samagaun where you rest satisfied.

Main attractions:

Fulfil your trekking purpose of reaching the Manaslu Base Camp (4460 m)
Be thrilled to walk through the snow to reach there
Sit back to analyze the beauty of the mountain Manaslu
Start to feel the cold kicking in
Rest at Samagaun before you start your trek back tomorrow

Day 12: Trek to Samdo (3860 m/4-5 hours)

Today you move to the Samdo village, the trail of which turns to the north on the upper region of the Budhi Gandaki River. Following the gradual ascends, you pass through the point of confluence of Larke river and the river formed due to Samdo glacier, also the origin of the torrential Budhi Gandaki to reach to the settlement at Samdo. Before that, you leave the trail to Manaslu Base Camp to our left and view beautiful juniper and birch forests of Kermo Kharka. You march ahead through wooden bridges and steep climb on to the headland from where a large white gateway, Kani can be viewed. Past the Kani, you reach your destination for today and spend the night.

Main attractions:

Pass the Budhi Gandaki River
Pass through the point of confluence of Larke river and the river formed due to Samdo glacier
View beautiful juniper and birch forests of Kermo Kharka
March ahead through wooden bridges and steep climb on to the headland from where a large white gateway, Kani can be viewed
Rest in Samdo, a welcoming village

Day 13: Trek to Dharamsala/Larkya Phedi (4470 m/4 hours)

Before you start our climbing, you will gently descend to the river. You will be passing along a glacier followed by beautiful Gorge. Continuing through several Mani walls, you will be reaching Larke Phedi for an overnight stay. Larke Phedi has only one lodge for the basic accommodation of the trekkers. This place is also known as Larke Base Camp. Along the way, you also have the view of Syacha Glacier, grazing land, beautiful forests, lichened stones. You are to keep an eye to catch the chance of glances at the Blue Sheep.

Main attractions:

Passing along a glacier followed by beautiful Gorge
Watch the gorgeous Mani walls along the trail
Have the view of Syacha Glacier
Be stunned by the sight of grazing land, beautiful forests, lichened stones
Keep an eye to catch the chance of glances at the Blue Sheep

Day 14: Larkya Phedi to Bimthang via Larke la pass (5160 m)

Today is an important day as you attain the highest altitude that constitutes the trek i.e. 5106m. The Larke La pass is a major attraction of the Makalu Base Camp Trek. Today you wake up early in the morning for the rewarding trip that may result to be a little strenuous. Reaching to the north of the Larkya Glacier, spectacular views of Cho Danda and Larkya Peak are acquired. Further, you march across the moraines, make a slow climb initially and steeper into the last section of the Larkey La pass. The view from the top of the pass includes the Samdo Peak and other peaks bordering Tibet, Larkya peak to the southeast, Annapurna region along with several mountains and bit further down to the west for the view of Annapurna II. Following a slippery path, you reach Salpudanda glacier moraine. Past the grassy moraine and rock fall area, flatter valley with azalea bushes, you reach to the sandy plain of Bhimtang.

Main attractions:

Acquire the altitude of 5106m.
Spectacular views of Cho Danda and Larkya Peak
The breathtaking sight of the Himalayan ranges including the Annapurna region
Take a slippery path to reach Salpudanda glacier moraine
Flatter yourselves with the grassy moraine and rock fall area with azalea bushes

Day 15: Trek to Dharapani (1,860 m/8-9 hours)

You will leave beautiful Himalayan peaks behind and start descending to Tilje. Continuing further through rhododendron forests will take you to Karache (2,800M); one of the highest cultivated villages of Nepal. Then the path will lead to Gho village where few lodges are available for accommodation. Then, you will descend to the Dharapani where you will be staying for the night so that you can move to the capital tomorrow.

Main attractions:

Go through rhododendron forests
Reach Karache, one of the highest cultivated area in Nepal
Reach Gho and Tilijo village having accommodations
Descend to Dharapani to stay the night
Rejuvenate your memories about the whole trip

Day 16: Drive to Kathmandu via Besisar/Lamjung (8-9 hours)

Today lies ahead of you with drives back to the capital. You may need to change the vehicle twice to reach Besisahar and then to Kathmandu. You will engage yourself with the views of terrace farming, flowing streams, trees, and fresh air. You can even take a nap in the vehicle to drain out your tiredness. After reaching Kathmandu, you can stroll on the streets of Thamel to shop a souvenir and then go to devour your final cultural cuisine. You stay the night at a 3-star hotel or of a similar class in Kathmandu.

Main attractions:

Engage yourself with the views of terrace farming, flowing streams, trees, and fresh air
Take a nap I the vehicle to drain out your tiredness
Stroll on the streets of Thamel to shop a souvenir
Devour your final cultural cuisine
Prepare for your departure tomorrow and rest for the day

Day 17: Departure

You have breakfast early in the morning. With the conclusion of necessary steps for departure, a representative of Nepal Big Mountain Travel will drop you to Tribhuvan International Airport. Nepal Big Mountain expects a happy customer to travel again.

Major attractions:

Departure day
Concluding breakfast early in the morning
Depart with good memories
A representative of Nepal Big Mountain Travel will see you off to Tribhuvan International Airport
You are associated with your spirit smile with the end of an adventurous and memorable journey of trekking to Manaslu and Rupina La.

Included meals: Breakfast

Included in the Cost

Experienced English/Chinese/Spanish/Hindi speaking tour guide
Guide fees, government taxes and office service charges
Welcome dinner – Nepali cultural cuisine with a cultural dance performance
All entrance fees
Sim Card
Airport pickups, transfers to hotel and drops in a private vehicle
All transportation charges as mentioned in the itinerary
1 porter per 2 pax
One bottle of mineral water daily during a city tour
All accommodations throughout the journey in twin sharing basis
Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS) and National Park Entry Permits
1 trekking map per 2 pax
1 duffel bag per 2 pax
Teahouse accommodation during the trek on twin sharing basis
General first aid kits

The Trekking Group

The trek includes a trekking group of 2-12 members. As a member of the trekking group, you will receive the reward of 1 main guide or leader along with 1 assistant guide for the group of 4 so as to gain as much information from the trekking route possible. The group can be customized as per your need by providing the necessary information. For the details, please refer to the additional information.

The group is under the supervision of the main guide. The directions information and safety concerns are considered by the main guide. This will make your trip more safe and sound. You will get the facility of 1 porter per 2 pax such that if you are tired, the porter can carry your goods for you. However, the load may differ.

Important points under trekking group:

1 guide cum porter per 1 pax (Need to email us)
1-assistant guide per 4 pax
1 main guide or leader
1 porter per 2 pax
2-12 members in a group(customizing is considered with due information)

Accommodations

You stay at teahouses throughout the trek. All accommodations are on a twin-sharing basis. After the trek, trekkers make use of Nepal teahouses – small hotels for an overnight stay and home cooked meals.

There will be fewer difficulties as the need to cart food and tents are reduced. Quality depends on the number of customers as well as competition. The bakery is the attraction of teahouses where you can choose from various sweet dishes.

You will be able to experience the native and ancient lifestyle. With higher elevations, there are fewer chances of good flushing mechanisms, making the tour more interesting for the challengers. It is highly recommended to use four seasons’ sleeping bag and earplugs for a better experience. You will have facilities of plug points and lighting which gives you unique experience of convenient trekking. You can upgrade your room and hotel with a reasonable extra charge. However, it might be difficult to find a single room at higher elevations.

Meals

The meals also provide you with a slight pinch of cultural taste. It comprises of welcome dinner and breakfast. Firstly, welcome embraces the refreshments after you reach the arrival destination, Kathmandu. Secondly, you can enjoy the traditional Nepali cuisine that is a blend of rice, lentils, vegetables, and pickle. We respect and provide the choice of vegetarian or non-vegetarian food. Lastly, breakfast consists of organic tea or fresh plump of organic fruits. You are given a choice of a range of bakeries and cookies. Breakfasts are only provided in the city tours.

The trip excludes lunch and dinner so that you can explore the multiple choices of cuisines in Nepal without being bound by the travel agency. However, you can choose meals according to your preferences excluding the provision at your own expense.

Nepal Big Mountain also provides a provision of lunch and dinner for the minimum amount of extra USD 25 per person per day for city tours. In addition to it, during the trekking period, for the prerequisites of breakfast, lunch, and dinner, the minimum amount of extra USD 40 per person per day is provided such that you have the convenience of easy access to meals throughout the trek.

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Full Price: $900 for child | $900 for adult

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