Manang Valley Trekking

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Trip Facts

Trip Code AN-M114
Trip Length 17 Days
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Route Difficulty Level D
Group Size Min 1 to 12
Min Altitude 840m / 2755 ft.
Max Altitude 4919m / 16138 ft.
Route Style Teahouse
Mode Drive In Drive Out

About Trip

Manang Valley Trekking is a wonderful journey through the mixed landscapes of subtropical forest to arid barren landscapes until 4900m, encountering multiple old Buddhist monasteries portraying the cultural aspects of the area and the magnificence of the beautiful Valley and High Himalayas, which are second to none.

The major attraction of Manang Trek is to explore the hidden gems in Manang Valley locale like tranquil lakes formed at high elevation, sweeping mountain glaciers, ancient Gompas offering a great view, local villages etc. Despite following the classical Annapurna Circuit trekking route towards Thorang La Pass (5416m) from Manang, this trip will take you the world highest Tilicho Lake at 4919m passing through the Khangsar village (also known as the last village of Nepal) lying on the west ridge of Valley.

Trekking to Manang is an awesome experience to encounter different ethnic groups in several villages along the route and the mountain sights while passing through beautiful forest and open dry landscapes are just impressive. Manang valley is remote yet one of the beautiful valley offering breathtaking views of Himalayas crowded with several ancient Buddhist heritage, caves, glaciers and lakes and the inhabited people with distinct cultural practices enjoying their exciting festivals.

Following the footsteps of Annapurna circuit route, the trail passes through beautiful waterfalls visible from Ghermu, Tal and Chyamche village and the green lush vegetation until it starts getting dry & barren at Upper Pisang. The majestic view of Lamjung, Manaslu and Annapurna is awesome from the Upper Gompa monastery. Then, we follow the upper route via Ghyaru and Ngawal village enjoying the panorama in front of our eyes to reach Manang valley after a quick visit to Bhrakha monastery.

On reaching Manang, we will rest and stroll around the village just to feel the air. The next day, we shall make a packed lunch day trip to Kicho Lake which calmly rests at 4600m with a good view of surrounding landscapes and mountain and also good for acclimatization. Hike to Bodzo Gompa, located at the northern cliff is best to capture the best photograph of gorgeous Manang Valley dominating by the Mt. Annapurna III and Gangapurna.

Out of several places of interest in Manang valley, our three days excursion to western ridge of Valley will take us to Tilicho Lake – highest lake in the world and also sacred as per Hindu beliefs will allow you to immerse into the wild beauty of nature and leave you speechless. We will retrace our path all the way to Manang and then continue from barren lands towards green forest collecting all memories in our mind and camera leaving only footprints behind.

Highlights

World Highest Lake – Tilicho Lake (4919m / 16138 ft.)
Visit the last village of Nepal – Khangsar village
Old Buddhist Monasteries throughout trails
Jeep drive in uneven roads in mountains
View of Manaslu (8163m) and Mt. Annapurna (8019m) with her range
Gangapurna Glacier and Chongkor View Point at Manang Valley (3540m)
Day Trip to Kicho Lake and Bodzo Gompa Visit

Outline Itinerary

Day 01:Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel
Day 02:Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing and Preparation Day for Trekking
Day 03:Drive from Kathmandu to Bhulbhule (840m / 2756 ft.) and transfer to Teahouse
Day 04:Trek from Bhulbhule to Jagat (1300m / 4265 ft.)
Day 05:Trek from Jagat to Dharapani (1860m / 6102 ft.)
Day 06:Trek from Dharapani to Chame (2670m / 8760 ft.)
Day 07:Trek from Chame to Pisang (3200m / 10498 ft.)
Day 08:Trek from Pisang to Manang (3540m / 11615 ft.) via upper route
Day 09:Day Trip to Kicho Lake (4600m / 15092 ft.)
Day 10:Day Trip to Ganagapurna Glacier and Bodzo Gompa (4130m / 13550 ft.)
Day 11:Trek from Manang to Shree Kharka (3740m / 12270 ft.)
Day 12:Trek from Shree Kharka to Tilicho Base Camp (4150m / 13615 ft.)
Day 13:Excursion Day around Tilicho Lake (4919m / 16138 ft.)
Day 14:Trek from Tilicho Base Camp to Manang (3540m / 11615 ft.)
Day 15:Trek from Manang to Chame (2670m / 8760 ft.)
Day 16:Drive from Chame to Bhulbhule (840m / 2756 ft.)
Day 17:Drive from Bhulbhule to Kathmandu
Day 18:Final Departure | Rest Day at Kathmandu Valley | Other Travel Plan

Included in the Cost

Airport Transfer
- Arrival Pick Up: Welcomed by our representative on arrival at Kathmandu Airport and transfer to the accommodation facility accordingly.
- Departure See Off: We shall arrange your final departure towards International Airport on private vehicle hoping to see you someday in arrival section again.
Trip Accommodation
- Standard Hotel in Kathmandu for 3 nights (Twin Shared Basis)
- Best Suited Local Teahouse and Dorm Shelter during trekking
Trip Meals and Drinks
- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner with seasonal fruits during trekking
- Breakfast and Dinner in Kathmandu Valley
Trekking Crew and Staffs
- Experienced and Well Trained Government License Holder Trekking Guide
- Supportive Assistant Guide based on the group size
- Carryin Staffs to support the luggage of trekkers. They are strong to carry for two trekkers’ luggages, which is best-minimized upto 20 kg in total.
- All Nepalese Crew members’ salary, food, accommodation and most importantly, insurance of each are already covered.
Transportation/ Flight
- Private Vehicle are used for airport and trekking transfers
- Local Bus, Shared or Private Jeep drive during trekking
Permit and Paperworks’
- Necessary Conservation Area Permit Fee
- Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) Registration Card
Packing and Equipments
- Seasonal Sleeping Bag and Down Jacket (please care to return after use)
- Trekker’s personal gears and equipments are NOT INCLUDED.
Others
- Comprehensive First Aid Kit (bring your personal medication, if have any)
- All applicable fees, local taxes and government taxes
- Trekking Map, Trekking Certificate etc

Not Included in the Cost

Visa and Entrance Fee
- You can also obtain Arrival Visa at Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu.
- Multiple entry visas are USD 25, USD 40 and USD 100 for 15 days, 30 days and 90 days respectively.
- Entrance Fees to Cultural and Heritage Sites during sightseeing
Meals and Drinks
- Lunch in Kathmandu and Pokhara
- Any Meals than mentioned in itinerary above
- Drinking Water, Soft and Hard Drinks, Tea/Coffee during trip
Personal Expenses
- Phone Calls, Laundry, Battery Charging, Shopping, Hot Shower, Additional Carryin Staff Support etc
Trekking gears and equipments
- Personal gears and equipments (See Trip Menu)
- You can also buy both local made and original branded gears in trekking gear stores of Kathmandu or Pokhara.
Travel Insurance
- No travel insurance of any kinds is included for trekkers. You should buy yourself a travel insurance that suit your adventure activities and cover possible expenses (Our Crew are Insured).
Other Activities
- Any other excursion or adventure plan besides mentioned above is not included however; they can be arranged happily upon your interest on extra cost.
Miscellaneous
- Tips of Gratitude for Crew Members (Expected)
- Cost arises due obstruction and delay on the programmed itinerary due weather problems, road situation. natural calamities and social & political causes (reason beyond our hands to take control)
- Any other thing besides the Service Include Section

Detail Itinerary

Day 1Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel Drive: 30-45 min | Accommodation: Hotel | Meals: Dinner

Day 2Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing and Preparation Day for Trekking Drive: 3-4 hrs | Accommodation: Hotel | Meals: Breakfast

Day 3Drive from Kathmandu to Bhulbhule (840m / 2756 ft.) and transfer to Teahouse Drive: 7-7.5 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D

Day 4Trek from Bhulbhule to Jagat (1300m / 4265 ft.) Walk: 5.5- 6 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D

Day 5Trek from Jagat to Dharapani (1860m / 6102 ft.) Walk: 5.5 - 6 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D

Day 6Trek from Dharapani to Chame (2670m / 8760 ft.) Walk: 5.5 - 6 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D

Day 7Trek from Chame to Pisang (3200m / 10498 ft.) Walk: 5.5 - 6 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D

Day 8Trek from Pisang to Manang (3540m / 11615 ft.) via upper route Walk: 5 – 5.5 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D

Day 9Day Trip to Kicho Lake (4600m / 15092 ft.) Walk: 6 – 6.5 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D

Day 10Day Trip to Ganagapurna Glacier and Bodzo Gompa (4130m / 13550 ft.) Walk: 5.5 – 6 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D

Day 11Trek from Manang to Shree Kharka (3740m / 12270 ft.) Walk: 4 – 4.5 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D

Day 12Trek from Shree Kharka to Tilicho Base Camp (4150m / 13615 ft.) Walk: 5.5 –6 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D

Day 13Excursion Day around Tilicho Lake (4919m / 16138 ft.) Walk: 5.5 – 6 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D

Day 14Trek from Tilicho Base Camp to Manang (3540m / 11615 ft.) Walk: 5.5 – 6 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D

Day 15Trek from Manang to Chame (2670m / 8760 ft.) Walk: 5.5 – 6 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D

Day 16Drive from Chame to Bhulbhule (840m / 2756 ft.) Drive: 3-4 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D

Day 17Drive from Bhulbhule to Kathmandu Drive: 7-7.5 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D

Day 18Final Departure | Rest Day at Kathmandu Valley | Other Travel Plan

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Safety Concern

Your safety is our top concern while organizing outdoor and adventure plans. Our leaders and crew members are experienced professionals who will make sure that trip is safely coursed. We truly understand the essentiality of information flow and risk management to provide the best experience. Our trekking arrangement includes the proper clothing, supplies of equipment and gears, high altitude prevention measures and remedies to provide the carefree adventure in the Himalayas.

Room to Customize

Standard itinerary and route plans are typically designed considering the average level of fitness of travelers and level of altitude gain on the trek (and multiple other factors) which can be modified as per the interest, time and budget plan of travelers.

There is always a room for customization of the given standard itinerary if it does not meet your way of interest and then please pass your opinion. You may want to stay in Kathmandu by yourself or maybe do sightseeing around by yourself; we will give you more information to do it by yourself if you ask us.

We always like to hear what you have to say. We are always happy to assist your valuable travel holidays in your manner with the best information that suits your way of traveling. It is your travel plan; you can choose what you want to do, of course with a lot of information first. Feel free to submit and share your travel ideas and we shall get back to you with more thoughts in no time.

Group Size

We, ourselves feel that the group size of maximum 12 pax is an ideal size to run the trip. However, we have also arranged the plan for large students groups, employee groups and able to organize such trip for groups upon request. All of our trekking plans are accompanied by specialized local leaders, guides, porters and assistant guides (as required) who will always ensure your safety and comfort at every part of the journey.

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