Nepál: Manaslu Trek přes sedlo Larkya La Pass

Nepal

Manaslu Trek over Larkya La Pass saddle

Difficulty

Extremely heavy

Type of adventure

Treks

Date

20. 10. - 5. 11. 2024

Trip description

A wonderful more sporty trek around Manaslu (8,163 m), the eighth highest mountain in the world, offers wonderful views of the Annapuren massif, the surrounding 7,000 m peaks and the biological diversity of the region.

The highest point of this trek is the Larkya La Pass, widely believed to be one of the most dramatic passes in the Himalayas. The route passes through different types of cultural landscapes, from Nepalese terraced fields to typically Tibetan highlands.

We will start in the valley of the Buri Gandaki river between rice fields surrounded by tropical jungle at an altitude of 600 m. The vegetation will change every day, from bamboos to deciduous and coniferous forests to rugged mountain landscapes. The trek is designed in such a way that we ensure you have enough time for proper acclimatization.

We trek in small groups!

Start discovering the world of the Himalayas.

Date

20. 10. - 5. 11. 2024

Price for 1 person

from 68,000 CZK

What can you look forward to?

Program

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu in Nepal – hotel accommodation
Day 2: City sightseeing tips – Boudhanath one of the largest and most famous Buddhist stupas in the world, Pashupatinath Hindu monastery and ceremonial place for cremations, Durbar Square the original royal palace.
Day 3: Kathmandu – Arughat
Day 4: Trek from Arughat to Soti Khola (775m) From Arughat Bazar we will go to Soti Khola. On the way we enjoy wonderful views of Shringri Himal. We pass through Gurung and Magar villages, past fields and cascading waterfalls until we reach Soti Khola. We camp on the banks of the Soti Khola ("khola" means river in Nepali).
Day 5: Trek from Soti Khola to Machha Khola (900m). We travel from Soti Khola to Machha khola (Fish River). Machha khola is a village located above the stream of the same name. Overnight at the campsite.
Day 6: Trek from Maccha Khola to Jagat (1,340 m). After crossing the river Machha and Khrola besi, there is a hot spring called Tatopani. The trail leads through the forest and then we arrive at Dovan, under which the mighty Budi Gandaki flows. As the altitude increases, the rapids and scenery undergo a complete transformation. Overnight at the campsite.
Day 7: Trek from Jagat to Ngyak (2,310m). After climbing the terraced hill of Saguleri and the view of Sringi Himal (7,177 m) we continue towards Sirish Gaon, the Gandaki valley narrows from here with towering steep walls. Overnight at the campsite.
Day 8: Trek from Ngyak to Ghap (2,100 m) Follow the path upstream of the Deng River - a small village with 4 houses. From here we pass through a newly built rock tunnel and thus avoid the traditional steep climb. In Ghap we meet Tibetan culture, Mani stones and chortens. Overnight at the campsite.
Day 9: Trek from Ghap to Lho (3,200 m) After crossing the wooden bridge over the Budhi Gandaki, we follow a path lined with houses that are interspersed with cultivated fields. There is a police checkpoint again in Namro. After Namru, cross the Hinan River originating from the Linda Glacier and continue to Sho. Naike Peak, North Manaslu (7,774 m) and Manaslu (8,150 m) can be seen from here. Tonight we camp near a spring in Lho gaon - a small village. Overnight at the campsite.
Day 10: Trek from Lho to Samagompa (3,500 m) You pass the stone gate and long stone wall of the Mani village beyond Lho with a full view of peak 29 ahead. From there we can take a side trip to the Pungen Glacier to get a very close look at Manasla. We proceed along the lateral moraine of the Pungen glacier towards Sama. From Sama village, it takes another 20 minutes to reach Sama Gompa for our overnight stop. Overnight in camps.
Day 11: Trek from Samagompa to Stone Hut (4,500 m) Today we climb from here to a terraced hill on the opposite bank of the Budhi Gandaki river towards the farthest permanent settlement – Samdo. Here, in the midst of the most difficult natural conditions, about 200 villagers live in forty houses. Overnight in tent camps.
12th day: acclimatization day
Day 13: Trek from Stone Hut to Bhimphedi (3,590 m), via Larkya La (5,215 m) First we climb towards Cho Chanda and then slowly steeply up the hill to the snowy saddle. From the top there is a wonderful panorama: Himlung Himal (7,126 m), Cheo Himal (6,820 m), Gyagi Kung, Kang Kuru (6,981 m) and Annapurna II (7,937 m). The descent is steep, over moraines, towards Bhimphedi. Overnight in tent camps.
Day 14: Trek from Bhimphedi to Tilje (3,900 m) The way is easier. We start with a gentle climb through rice fields towards the small pass of Karcha La and descend through fig trees and rhododendron forests to Tilje. Overnight in tent camps.
15th day: departure from Besi Sahar to Kathmandu (1,345m)
Day 16: Tip for a trip around Kathmandu - Visit to Bhaktapur, 4th century Changu Narayan Temple protected by UNESCO, Swayambhunath - "Monkey Monastery."
Day 17: Kathmandu departure

What is included in the price?

Price includes:
All service and MEALS on the trek, including full board during the trek in good local lodges (in Nepal, the daily cost of food is about 1500 CZK/day)
PORTERS, regular price $30/day
Bed and breakfast in Kathmandu, transportation from the airport to the hotel and back
Local transportation and airport taxi fees
Entrance to the park
Czech mountain guide, Nepalese local mountain guide, sirdar, porters, insurance for sirdar, medical equipment, if necessary we can and provide helicopter rescue, coordination with insurance company.
The price does not include:
Entry visa to Nepal USD 50
Air ticket and airport taxis from Prague to Kathmandu and back (can be ordered separately)
Meals and drinks in restaurants in Kathmandu and on the trek (excluding board)
Tips for carriers
Salvage costs
Optional program in Kathmandu.