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Around Manaslu Trek with Larkya La Pass (5'135m) Crossing

The seldom visited Manaslu area is located about 100 kilometers west of Kathmandu between the Ganesh Himal and the Annapurna Himal ranges. Deserted trails and traditional villages characterize this fascinating route far away from the busy trekking regions. In the small, remote villages of the narrow Budhi Gadanki valley we come across a largely intact Tibetan-Buddhist culture. Ancient monasteries, impressively carved mani walls (stone plates) and forlorn chortens (Buddhist monuments) border the trails through this isolated alpine terrain in the east of Manaslu.

The ascent to the Larkya La pass takes us along narrow valleys, through large dense forests and to numerous small, traditional settlements. On the way we can from time to time enjoy the sight on the majestic peaks of Ganesh Himal and the Manaslu massif.

On our trek through the Budhi Gadanki, the Dudh Khola and Marsyangdi valleys we visit an area which, due to its remoteness and severe visitor restrictions, has maintained its traditional character up to the present days. The trek through the forlorn alpine terrain results in an authentic and unforgettable expedition experience.

Trekking Dates 2009/2010

• 3^rd October 2009 to 25^th October 2009, 23 days

• 2^nd October 2009 to 24^th October 2009, 23 days

Number of Participants and Prices (without flight)

• 09 – 12 participants: CHF 3‘290 (ca. EUR 2’190)

• 06 – 08 participants: CHF 3'490 (ca. EUR 2’390) small group surcharge of CHF 200

• 02 – 05 participants: CHF 3'790 (ca. EUR 2’990) small group surcharge of CHF 500

• Single room + tent:   CHF   900 (ca. EUR   600) reservation in advance required

The price includes

• Overland transports by jeep

• 4 hotel nights in double rooms, A category hotels in Kathmandu

• 16 nights in 2 person tents, complete trekking equipment (tents, mats, dining tent, kitchen tent, toilet tent)

• Local guides and trekking crew

• First aid kit and medications, hyperbaric chamber and oxygen flask, satellite phone

• Full board from day 3 to day 15, breakfast and lunch on day 2 and 19

• Permissions and entrance fees 

• Tour management: Chris Werren, outdoor sports specialist with extensive trekking experience in the Himalayas

Details on the Treks

- Tsum Valley Trek NEW

- Spiti & Ladakh 

- Mustang & Teri La

- Around Manaslu

- Mesokanto La & Tilicho Lake

- Fitness & Equipment

- Terms and Conditions

Contact/Reservations

- info@freeskihimalaya.com

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