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Manslu Charity Trek - 23 Days.
The founders of Sambhav Nepal and Ace the Himalaya are leading this charity trek twice a year on April 28th and October 13th starting from Kathmandu as the itinerary below or whenever a large group express immense interest. We believe in creating awareness in areas that Media coverage doesn't, for us, every individual counts!
From your participation in this trek US$200 per person is donated to the Sambhav Nepal Foundation, a non-profit Foundation, for the commencement and sustainability of English medium education along with the construction of a much needed health post, within the isolated areas of Arupokhari, Aruchanaute and Ratmate villages (thirty villages in total) located in the Northern part of the Gorkha district in Nepal.
The challenge of Manaslu has a unique unmatched environment, as relatively few trekkers visit, making your experience more unique and unspoiled. You will be greatly rewarded and feel a great sense of compassion as you trek into the remote village to experience the everyday life, visit the school, meet with locals and see just how isolated the area is.
Each and every day many are faced with countless obstacles, only as we work together as individuals, business owners, Schools, Sporting and church groups, will we see lasting hope as we continue to build for a better and brighter future. Your help is needed to raise money to for this remote area.
We believe that through our guidance children will learn to be proud of what they can achieve rather than ashamed by what they cannot achieve. Upon completion of the trek, if want to contribute further through network contacts to raise more awareness and future sponsorship or make an additional donation it's greatly appreciated.
Itinerary in Details
Day 01- Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1345meters).
There you will be met by our Airport Representative and transferred to hotel by private tourist vehicle. Overnight at hotel. Day 02- Sightseeing around Kathmandu valley.
Your sightseeing trip will start at 9 AM in the morning after breakfast. We will provide a private vehicle and professional tour guide. We visit Pasupatinath temple, Buddhanath, Monkey temple, Bhaktpur durbar square and Kathmandu durbar square. The afternoon includes a final briefing and preparations for the trek. Overnight at hotel.
Day 03- Drive to Arughat (640meters) 5 hours.
Your Trekking staff will come to your Hotel early in the morning at 7.00 am to pick you up, from there we have an 8 hour driving journey to Arughat. From Kathmandu to Dhading Bensi for 3.30 hours is comfortable drive but from there to Arugat for another 4 hours we will be driving on dirt road. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 04- Trek to Ratmate Village (1250 meters).
An early morning trek up to the village. You will be brefied on the current works taking place within the village from the Sambhav Nepal Foundation. We also address our future plans and work with you for ways in which you can bring further support, to the foundation. Overnight at Tented camp.
Day 05- Explore around village and School Projects.
Today we will explore both the Dharapani Lower Secondary School and Bhairabi Primary School and discuss the requirements and details in which we plan to change for each of the Schools. We will also visit the local Health Post site. You will have the opportunity to teach at the local school and/or work with local Nepalese.There will be a culture program arranged by the locals for the group. The evening will be finished off by singing and dancing with locals. Overnight at tented camp.
Day 06- Trek to Soti Khola (775meters) 6 hours.
Follow the Budhi Gandaki River toward its point of origin. We pass the village of Morder and Simre to reach Arkhat River. After Arkhat we ascend slowly toward Kyoropani. Camp today nears the confluence of Seti River - an ideal place to take a fresh water bath. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 07- Trek to Machha Khola (900meters) 5.30 hours.
The trail descends slowly until you climb again to mountain ridge to Almara. Pass the forest trail to arrive at Riden Gaon. The valley here cuts into another side of the river to enter Budhi Gandaki. At Lambesi, the trail follows down to the sandy river bed of Budhi Gandaki. Camp tonight at Machha River. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 08- Trek to Jagat (1340meters) 6 hours. After crossing Machha River and Khrola besi, there is a hot spring called "Tatopani". The trail follows forested area after this toward Dovan. Below Dovan, there is a huge rapid at Budhi Gandaki. As the elevation increases, the rapids and the scenery undergoes a complete transformation. At Jagat, there is a police check-post where your trekking permit will be checked. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 09- Trek to Ngyak (2310meters) 6 hours.
After ascending to a terraced hill of Saguleri and view of Sringi Himal (7177 meters) we continue toward Sirish Gaon, Gandaki valley narrows from herewith soaring precipitous walls. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 10- Trek to Ghap (2100meters) 6 hours.
Follow the trail upstream of Deng River - a tiny village of 4 houses. We walk through a newly built rock tunnel from here, thus avoiding the traditional steep climb. At Ghap, the Tibetan culture begins with Mani stones and chortens all around. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 11- Trek to Lho (3200meters) 6 hours.
After crossing the wooden bridge over Budhi Gandaki we follow the path lined with houses that are interspersed with cultivated fields. At Namru, there is a police check post again. After Namru, across the Hinan river originating from Linda Glacier and continue on to Sho. Naike peak, Manaslu north (7774 meters) and Manaslu (8150 meters) are visible from here. Tonight we camp near a spring at Lho gaon - a small village. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 12- Trek to Samagompa (3500meters) 6 hours.
You will pass the stone gate and long Mani stone wall of the village after Lho with full view of Peak 29 ahead. You can make a side excursion to Pungen Glacier from here to get a very close up view of Manaslu. Follow the lateral moraine of Pungen Glacier toward Sama. From the village of Sama, it takes another 20 minutes to reach Sama Gompa for night halt. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 13- Trek to Stone Hut (4500meters) 5 hours.
Today we climb a terraced hill on the opposite bank of Budhi Gandaki River from here toward a most remote permanent settlement - Samdo. Here amid the most sever conditions of nature live some 200 villagers in forty houses check-by-jowl. Camp at Stone Hut. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 14- Acclimatization and exploration day.
We will spend a day here in order to acclimatize and adjust to the thinning of the air and also for local excursion. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 15- Cross Larkya La (5215meters) and trek Bhimphedi (3590meters) 8 hours.
We first climb towards Cho Chanda and then slowly head steeply uphill towards the snowed-up pass. From the top the panorama is magnificent: Himlung Himal (7126meter), Cheo Himal (6820meters), Gyagi Kung, Kang Kuru (6981meters) and the Annapurna II (7937meters). The descent is steep, through moraines, towards Bhimphedi. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 16- Trek to Tilje (3900meters) 5 hours.
The route gets easier. We start with a gentle climb through paddy fields towards the small Karcha La pass and descend through fig tree and rhododendron forests to Tilje. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 17- Trek to Tal (1725meters) 5 hours.
Follow the trail downstream of Marshyangdi River, passing through the scattered villages to reach Tal village for overnight stay. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 18- Trek to Jagat (1300meters) 5 hours.
Today the trail runs gently downstream of the river passing the village of Chamje and Himal pani . We will have overnight stay at Jagat. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 19- Trek to Baundanda (1275meters) 5 hours.
Ascending gently for 30 minutes and the trail runs gently down to Sanjee village, then trail goes up for 15 minutes to Gharmuu Phant. From here another 2 hours easy walk and 30 minutes up will take to the village of Bahundanda. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 20- Trek to Beshisahar. 5 hours.
The trail runs gently downstream of the river passing the village of Naadi. From here the trail takes you to the bank of Marshyngdi River and town of Bhulbhule, Khudi all the way to Besisahar. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 21- Drive back to Kathmandu by bus. 7 hours. Overnight at hotel.
Day 22- Leisure day in Kathmandu.
Day 23- Transfer to international airport for your final departure.
The trip ends, our Airport Representative will drop you to the Kathmandu international airport for your final flight departure from Nepal.
NOTE: The above information is a guide and standard template of what we provide. Trek can be customized at your request to accommodate your specific requirements. If you are from large group such as Schools, Sporting and church groups, along with those that have a desire to make a difference please contact us we are happy to departure this trek as per your request and requirement.
Trip Price US$ 2600 per Person
The above Cost Includes 1. Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop by private car / van / bus.
2. Standard accommodation in four/five star hotel in Kathmandu breakfast included. (4 nights)
3. Guided city tour in Kathmandu by private car / van / bus.
3. Full board meal during camping, prepared by our cook with Tea & coffee.
4. Tented accommodation and equipment during the camping trek. (We will provide fully water proof two men tents, dining tents, kitchen gears, dining table, chairs, toilet tents, shower tent etc.)
5. A government licensed English speaking Guide during the trek. A cook, required number of porters, their food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment and medicine.
6. Boiled and purify drinking water for the trek.
7. All special trekking permits & fees.
8. Surface Transfer to and from Kathmandu.
9. Down Jacket, duffel/kit bag and sleeping bag by Ace the Himalaya (which needs to be returned after the trek.)
10. All our government taxes.
11. Tourist service charge, vat.
12. Official expense.
13. Donation to Sambhav Nepal Foundation (US$200 each)
Please Note: US$60 per person per night if you need extra accommodation in Kathmandu including breakfast
The above Cost Excludes
1. Lunch and dinner whilst in Kathmandu.
2. Your travel insurance (compulsory).
3. International airfare and airport departure tax.
4. Nepal entry visa fee (US$ 30 per person) you obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport Kathmandu for 60 days from date of issue.You will require 2 passport size photos.
5. Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry.
6. Personal trekking Equipments.
7. Tips for trekking staff and driver. (Tipping is expected.)
8. Sightseeing/Monument entrance fees.
9. Any others expenses which are not mentioned on Price Includes section.
Frequently Asked Questions for Nepal Vista's Tour
Q. What type of shape do I need to be in, is this trip for me? A. This trip is suitable for any kind of people. No previous experience is required. Persons suffering from a pre-existing medical condition must seek medical advice before considering the trip.
Q. What sort of accommodation can I expect in Kathmandu, Pokhara and in trekking? A. We use deluxe rooms from four or five star hotels in Kathmandu, Nagarkot, Pokhara and Chitwan with breakfast included.
Q. What sort of food can I expect in trekking? A. All the restaurants that we dine at cater for Continental, Chinese, Mexican, American based cuisine with some local influences, always plenty to choose from.
Q. What sort of transportation you use? A. Depending on the group size we use Private cars, minibus, van, land cruiser. These small light vehicles are more maneuverable and flexible enabling us to take you through the Narrow roads of Nepal. All the vehicles are usually air-conditioned unless we are traveling in cooler areas.
Q. What is the best season for this trekking? A. Any time between Octobers to May.
Q. What is the weather & temperature like? A. It is all depending on what time of year you are traveling; during winter (Mid December to February) it gets colder at night and warmer during the day. From March to May it is warm and some times a bit hot and weather stay perfect. During the months of October and November it is always warmer providing the perfect time to travel. The temperature could be as high as 30 deg C to 5 deg C low. You will be in air conditioned vehicles during the tour and all hotels are fully air conditioned.
Q. Can I charge my digital camera or other batteries on my trip? A. Yes, of course but remember to bring your adapters!
Q. Is the water OK to drink? Do I need to bring purifying tablets/filter? A Bottled water is available in all the places. If you wish to drink normal water, you need to use purifying aid, which you will need to bring with you.
Q. Are the Ace the Himalaya Agency's staff insured? A. Our company insures all our trekking staff, including guide, cook, sherpa and porters. Please, Click on LEGAL DOCUMENT page (Company) to view insurance details.
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