• Explore historical and UNESCO world heritage sites in Kathmandu
• Trek with an overflowing picturesque scenery
• Experience various seasonal and cultural diversities
• Onerous climbing of a high mountain pass – Larkya La (5160m)
• Trek in a lap of Mount Manaslu (8,163 m), the eighth highest peak in the world.
• Peaceful and secluded trail than Everest Base Camp and Annapurna Circuit as there are unfrequented travelers
• Streaming through several villages, settlements, landscapes, historic region (the erstwhile kingdoms of Gorkha and Ghale Ghau by following the ancient trade route along with the Budi Gandaki River
• Visit through the 2015 earthquake-affected area

Fact About Manaslu Trek

• Mount Manaslu – the eighth highest mountain in the world lies in the Manaslu region at an elevation of 8,165 meters.
• Known as Killer mountain
• You can see several peaks like Ngadi Chuli, Himalchuli, and Baudha and is forty miles away from the east of the Annapurna region.
• Manaslu trek offers you a trek in the shadow of mountains and provides you a spectacular view and it covers cultural and biological diversities.
• You will be able to experience different climatic seasons.
• You will be able to visit most restricted areas which fall in the Manaslu region.
• You can join to Annapurna Circuit trail as you come to the end of the Manaslu circuit trek.
• Less crowdy trail as it isn’t visited by trekkers frequently
• Landscapes and vegetation diversities are frequently found in comparison with another trek.
• Manaslu trek consists of different trek trails through various Gompas and mani wall on the way
• Manaslu trek takes you to the highest elevation of 5165 meters at Larkya la – mountain pass.
• You will able to see different species of flora and fauna at the Manaslu circuit in comparison to other trekking circuits.

Is This Trip Suitable For You?

1. Manaslu trek is warm-up trekking if you want to summit the peak of Mount Everest.
2. This circuit trek revolves around 18 days, consisting of a trail day, acclimatizing days (note: you will spend a maximum of 8 to 9 hours on the trail and a minimum of 3 hours in a day)
3. You will be walking in a route having an elevation of 300 to 500 meters in a peaceful and mesmerizing view of mountain ranges.
4. The destination of your trek is Larkya La at 5,160 m which connects Budi Gandaki Valley with Marshyangdi Valley.
5. Manaslu trek is for one who can overcome challenges on their way and walk along a cliffside gravel path and in-between stone staircase and ridges.  Strictly prohibited for a newbie.
6. Local tea houses, tent houses, and mountain lodges are available for food and accommodation, serves nutritious meals, and a proper lodging facility.

Manaslu Circuit Trek Itinerary

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Inclusion

What’s Included

• Airport receive and drop off service along with the representative
• Accommodation facility is arranged in star hotel of Kathmandu with breakfast
• Food and accommodation facilities are provided as per the itinerary
• Comfortable private vehicles are available from Kathmandu to Sotikola and Dharapani to Kathmandu
• Properly accommodated teahouses are available during the trek
• Welcome and Farewell program
• Three times meal (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) including tea and coffee during the trail
• Experienced guider/ trek leader having government licensed, professional English speaker are available as tour/trek guide
• Trained medical personnel as tour guide having high experience in trek fields.
• Potter service to carry bags and luggage during the trek
•  staff cost including food, accommodation, insurance, salary, flight, etc
• Manaslu Conservation Area Project (MCAP) and Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) entry fee and trekking permit
• Several entries and permits fees
• Pulse Oximeter, basic medicines, first aid kit carried by the trek leader.
• Souvenirs by High Route Adventure
• Every kind of tax and administrative charges

What’s not Included

• Nepal visa fee and international flight fee
• Trekking gear and equipment
• Personal expenses such as extra porter charge, pub and bar bills, laundry charges, internet service fees, phone call charges
• Tips for a tour guide, porter, waiter, and driver
• Other expenses beyond the control

Accommodation on Manaslu Circuit Trek

High route trek, provides you the best accommodation facility during your Manaslu Trek, you will spend the first 2 days in a star hotel of Kathmandu basically at the Thamel area (famous tourist hub). Comfortable beds with attached bathrooms and air cons is available in a hotel room where you will be staying at.  For your entertainment, other extra amenities such as free Wi-Fi, breakfast, lunch, dinner, café, pub, bar are provided. Moreover, you have to pay extra charges for expenditures incurred for your personal entertainment.

During your trekking trail route, you will be staying at the best available mountain teahouse and lodges. Manaslu region is least developed as we compared it with Everest and Annapurna regions. Therefore, you will find the basic service offer by teahouses and lodges on your stay. Such tea houses give the facilities of bed, western-style toilet (common washroom), sitting and dining area. The extra charge is levy if you use internet services or any electronic gadgets. You have to carry toilet paper rolls with you as most of the lodges and tea houses don’t have them in their washroom.

You will be staying a shared room (between two people), with thin wall plaster. The tea house bed comes with a quilt, pillows, blankets, and thick mattresses. Besides this, you can use your own sleeping bag and pillow for your comfort.

For your company during solo travel, you will be accompanied by a fellow traveler of the same gender. A single room is also available but you need to pay the added cost as it is beyond our facilities.

Note: you won’t be able to find the best-accommodated room as you hike on high elevations. The number of tea houses and lodges will be less in high altitude.

Meals on Manaslu Circuit Trek

We provide you breakfast as complimentary from our side. Nepal is famous for its multi-cuisine, so you can check into various restaurants, eateries around the place you will be staying at or around Thamel, for quality food services. High route adventure invites you for complimentary lunch and dinner at an authentic Nepali Restaurant during your welcome and farewell respectively.

During your off-beaten trekking trail, three times meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) are provided and accommodation costs are already included in the trek package. You will have your breakfast and dinner at a place where you will be staying, while lunch will be served at a tea house in your route

We advise you to bring your own gluten-free snacks and other extra foods if you are a gluten intolerant person as there will be limited food options at the teahouse. Moreover, you can expect varieties of food lists on the menu if your trail lies close to Kathmandu. Tea houses and lodges during your trial serve you freshly prepared meals. Such tea houses include various cuisine like rice, lentils, curry, bread momos Nepalese cultural dishes. Additionally, they provide Indian and continental dishes like chapattis, apple pie, dosa, pancake, chicken tikka, pizza, steak, chowmein, cheese, noodles, Burger, etc.

Best Time to Travel

High route adventure, offers you the two best seasons for Manaslu Circuit Trek, likely to be Spring (March to May) and autumn (mid -September to November). On these two seasons, you will be trek easily as this season gives you clear and dry surroundings. Mesmerizing views of mountain ranges give you inner peace. During this season, the weather gets warmer during day time and chilly at night. However, because of this reason, frequented travelers are seen in a trail so trails get a little bit crowdy and busy.

You will find orchids and various wildflowers blooming in a forest while you across from there. Heavenly vibes and fresh air in a mountain region give you unforgettable memories.

The Autumn season is regarded as the best and most popular season to trek in the Manaslu region. Autumn season falls on the bucket list of every traveler as the skies became clear and one can enjoy the crystal-clear view during trekking trail.

Additionally, you will get a chance to experience and celebrate the most important festivals (Dashain and Tihar) of Nepalese if you adjust your trekking schedule around late September or October. If you can crack your trek during the month of the winter season – January to February, you will be able to see how the Buddhist communities celebrate Losar or Tibetan New year in the high mountains.

Moreover, trekking during the month of December or January, you will be able to enjoy watching horse races and other competitions help in a Nurbi valley. Also, Dhachyang (Horse festival) an important festival celebrated by Nurbi valley people falls this month.

Note: Larkya la – a high mountain pass (5,165 m) lies in the Manaslu region, so it is very challenging and can be very difficult to pass through this during the season of Monsson and winter. The route may become slippery and can be quite risky to trek due to bad weather. So, it is strongly not recommended during those times.

Entry permits and requirement Trek To Manaslu Circuit

Each and every entry and permit are arranged by the agency with whom you book your trek. Your group should be consisting of two or more people to obtain a permit in a Manaslu Restricted Area. Several permits are needed for the Manaslu trek which are:

• Manaslu Conservation Area Project Entry Permit,
• Annapurna Conservation Area Project Entry Permit,
• Manaslu Restricted Area Permit, and
• TIMS (Tourist Information Management System) card.

Nepal Tourism Board office in Kathmandu and Pokhara have authority to access those areas to provide entries card and permission. However, you need to obtain a permit from the Department of Immigration, especially for Manaslu Restricted Area.

To get all those permits, you need to submit the following documents on concerned department:

• Original and copies of your passport
• Passport-sized photos
• Dates when your trek starts and ends
• Itinerary/route
• Entry and exit points
• Emergency Contact Information (local and home country’s)
• Travel Insurance Details
• Other necessary documents as required.

Nepal government has provided the discount facility on entry and permission fees for the visitors from SAARC countries. Entry and permit fees are:

For Manaslu Conservation Area Project (MCAP)

For Annapurna conservation Area Project (ACAP)

• NRS 3000 per person for foreigners
• NRS 1000 for citizen of SAARC countries
• NRS 100 for Nepalese citizen

For Manaslu Restricted Area Permit

From September to November = USD 100 per person for 1 week and USD 15 per person after seventh day

From December to August = USD 75 per person for 1 week and USD 10 per person after seventh day

TIMS Card: NRS 1000 for foreigners and NRS 300 for SAARC countries citizen

Altitude Sickness – How to Avoid it?

Manaslu trek is done at the base of the 8th highest mountain in the world having an altitude of (8156m). You will reach one of the highest mountain passes- Larkya la (5165 m), in this level, there will be shortness of oxygen level which will lead to breathing difficulty.

During your trial on such altitude, you may often have Acute Mountain Sickness which have symptoms like dizziness, headache, nausea, fatigue, low blood pressure, fatigue, shortness of breathing, etc. to be a fit and get used to in such an environment you need to walk slowly and steadily. Moreover, you have to keep your body hydrated from time to time. If you force yourself to walk fast to reach your destination then it is obvious that you may suffer from altitude sickness.

Basically, altitude sickness is started to see if you are in an elevation above 2000 meters. A good sound sleep is needed for mild cases. You have to nourish yourself and drink a sufficient amount of warm water, soup, tea, etc. to keep your sickness aside and continuing your journey.

Prevention is better than cure, so you should be health conscious keeping in mind that your health is more important while doing trekking in a mountain region. If the situation of AMS arises then one may have to return down to a lower elevation and get medical help as soon as possible.  Air evacuation will be arranged and such patients will be flown to Kathmandu directly for medical treatment in a worst-case scenario. Carelessness may take one’s life.

The acclimatizing day is kept for taking rest as you will be walking in a mountain region and high elevations. Moreover, a rest day will help you to allow your body to adjust to the thin environment of the Manaslu region. The more you walk at a higher altitude the more oxygen level will gradually decrease which is the reason you have to health-conscious.

Internet Connectivity and Services

As your trek prevail is a mountain region- Manaslu, the internet connection is available in a specific place such as tea houses, lodges. However, you can use mobile data to get connected with your loved ones while trekking and show them how mesmerizing Nepal is in real.

You can use the internet by paying a certain amount for user id and password for internet connectivity in a tea house and get access over Wi-Fi. You can use this paid internet throughout your trial in a Manaslu region.

Note: you have to get a mobile sim card (NTC / Ncell) in Kathmandu and should use it to get access of mobile data and being in touch with family, friends and agency. 

Travel Insurance For The Trek to Manaslu

While trekking in the Manaslu region you need to get a good travel insurance policy that covers all activities and elevations mentioned in your itinerary. Since you reach the altitude of 5165 meters high in this trail, your insurance policy must cover all the travel activities up to this point.

High route adventure’s main priority is to give the best memories and travelers safety. However, no one can give a guarantee about someone’s health.  As the trail ascends up to high altitude, a problem like shortness of oxygen level may occur due to which trekkers usually may suffer from various altitude sicknesses. Some sicknesses may lead to fatal and can take a life as well. So, travel insurance is a must before starting a trekking journey in a mountainous region.

You have to read all the terms and conditions of insurance companies before doing the travel insurance. It is better to choose the insurance company which offers you to cover all the travel activities, flight cancellations, lost or stolen baggage and many more.  You have to make sure that your policy covers all the costs including accidents, hospitalization, and helicopter evacuation.

What to Pack For Manaslu Trek?

There is some essentials equipment you shouldn’t leave behind as you are trekking towards off beaten trail – the Manaslu circuit. Therefore, we have mentioned some basic and most essential items you have to take while walking to the Manaslu region.

• A pair of trekking boots with good gears and ankle support
• down mountain jacket
• windcheater/light jacket
• sweatpants and t-shirt
• A waterproof rucksack
• Trekking suits
• Pair of inner thermal
• Socks and undies
• Pair of gloves (inner and outer)
• Towel, moisturizer, sun screen cream, hand sanitizer, oil, comb, tissues
• Sunglasses, sun hat, woolen caps, towel
• Glucose and other energy boosts up the tablet
• Toilet roll, safety, slippers, towel
• Water bottle and water purifying tablet or water Piyush
• Sleeping bag and sleeping liners
• Extra batteries, power bank, small torch
• Fleece jacket and pants
• Money pouch

These are the basic items you must carry with you. additionally, if you have more things needed to pack you kindly ask to your tour guide about such items. All kinds of trekking equipment and gear are easily available on Thamel- tourist hub. You can have many choices of gears and shop once you make a visit to Thamel.
note: you can leave behind your spare luggage and bags at the hotel where you stayed on the very first day. The hotel provides high security to your belongings.

Manaslu trek difficulty and preparation

Manaslu trek is considered to be a challenging trek as it consists of Off beaten trail throughout the trekking journey. Being the 8^th highest mountain in the world, it offers exotic and amazing views to a trekker.

This trek is for the one who wants to summit peacefully in a less crowded area with a mesmerizing view. On the way, difficulties such as slippery roads, narrow and stony paths may face by trekkers. Some trekkers may find it a very difficult and strenuous trek.

Manaslu region is itself an isolated region, therefore trekkers who want to explore numerous beauties, cultural diversities, true beauty, and remote areas can make Manaslu as ultimate trek destination.

Difficulties may arise because you have to pass through several kinds of bridges over the Budi Gandaki River. Breezy and slippery trails on your way may bring many hurdles to you. All you need is patience and should be aware while crossing the alpine pass, landscapes, and ridges.

However, trekkers must be prepared before climbing onto this region. You must have good physical health and must be of sound mind. You should be ready to face the barriers and difficulties on your way also you must have high patience level. Additionally, you have to follow all the trek guidelines and policies. Regular exercise is a must. A person having a will and strong determination can excel in the Manaslu circuit trek easily and it is worthy to add to your travel diaries.

Comparison of Manaslu Trek With Another Trek

Manaslu trek is an off-beaten trail that lies between the Annapurna Region and Langtang region of the Central Himalayas. The mesmerizing view of several Himalayan ranges, landscapes, and locals’ friendly gives you the time to recollect an amazing memory. Besides this, Manaslu takes you towards the majestic view of Mount Manaslu.

 Unlike another trekking trail, the Manaslu trek leads you towards the raw side of mountains and closer to the Tibetan Border and cultural diversity that is beyond your expectation. You will find a peaceful route and

Manaslu trek is demanding but in spite of it, is rewarding. This trek revives you internally and creates a desire to visit once again.  As it offers a fantastic trail that passes from the several green landscapes, a forest filled with flora and fauna, and snow-covered ranges.

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There are the 14 highest mountain in the world which is above 8, 000 meters or 26, 246.72 feet.

Where world eight tallest peaks located in Nepal likewise number one Mt. Everest at 8,848 m / 29,028 feet, world 3rd high Mt. Kanchenjunga 8, 586 m / 28, 169 feet, 4th Mt. Lhotse 8,516 m / 27, 940 feet, 5th highest Mt. Makalu 8,463 m / 27, 766 feet and 6th Mt. Cho-Oyu at 8, 201 m / 26, 906 feet,

 7th high Mt. Dhaulagiri 8,167 m / 26, 795 feet, 8th Mt. Manaslu at 8,163 m / 26, 781 feet and the last world 10th highest

 Mt. Annapurna 8,091 m / 26, 545 feet high.

The 1955 elevation of Everest, 29,028 ft. (8,848 m), was revised on Nov. 11, 1999, at 29,035 ft. (8,850 m).

However, the present height was declared jointly by both Nepal and Chinese Survey Department at 8, 848, 86 m, and 29, 032 feet.

Where most of the tallest mountain range is located around Nepal Mid and towards Far East region, similarly other major high mountains situated around Nepal Mid-West Himalaya.

Nepal Himalaya capturing the world’s eight highest peaks certainly makes one of the most sought adventure activities and for leisure holidays on this planet earth.

Besides, world’s tallest mountains Nepal is also famous and renowned for other below 8, 000-meter peaks. Which makes Nepal Himalaya a paradise for expert mountaineers, and as well for beginners offering with wide range of peaks to climb.

Nepal with the highest mountain range draws thousands of mountaineers and trekkers to enjoy dramatic panorama, as well for big challenge to reach the summit of world-famous peaks.

Most world’s tallest mountains in Nepal are located north of the country, where Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho-Oyu straddles the border with Tibet / China.

Likewise, the world’s 3rd highest Mt. Kanchenjunga stands on the borderline of Nepal and Sikkim (a small North East state of India).

Where’s Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, and Annapurna located wholly within Nepal itself.

Moreover, Nepal and its Himalaya captures hundreds of mountain range of above and below 7, 000 m peaks that runs parallel from Far East to Fat West of the country.

Mt. Everest

‘world’s number one tallest peak’

Overview:

Mt. Everest, the world’s numero uno the highest peaks on this planet earth.

Stands proudly at the height of 8, 848 m and 29, 028 feet high soaring high above the crystal blue sky.

A mountain with many names in the early days known as Peak XV (15), later renamed as Mt. Everest in honor to late Sir George Everest, a British surveyor of India of early 1830. In Nepal known as Sagarmatha and the Sherpa of Everest as well as Tibetans calls by the name Chomolungma, in both languages means a ‘Great Mother’.

In the late 1980’s National Geographic named as the Third Pole.

Mt. Everest is located in Nepal North Mid-East within Mahalangur Himal, a sub-range of greater Himalayas.

Mount Everest latitude and longitude at 27.9881° North and 86.9250° East the North Col, lies within Tibet / China, and the south face falls within Nepal in the district of Solu-Khumbu.

Mt. Everest’s first successful ascent on May 29th 1953 climbed by late legendry Tenzing Norgay Sherpa and Edmund Hillary with British Expedition to Mt. Everest.

The present altitude of Mt. Everest at 8848.86 meters and near about 29,032 feet high.

The revised new and present height was declared on December 8, 2020, by both Nepal and Chinese officials. 

The higher side of Mt. Everest and its scenic area situated in Khumbu and within Sagarmatha National Park, the park was added to the list of World Heritage Sites in 1979 covers an area of 1,148 SQ. KMS.

One of the most popular and famous Himalayan adventure destinations of Nepal among adventurers, trekkers, and mountaineers.

Mt. Everest and Khumbu area offers ever-exciting places for adventure. The most popular trek is Everest base camp and climb to high Kalapathar hill, where trekkers can view Mt. Everest at its closest distance.

The other short adventure is the trek to scenic Tengboche Monastery of a week-long duration.

Everest region offers beautiful destination Gokyo Lake and its magnificent valley, as well as crossing the high Cho-La pass.

The high Khumbu valley of Everest provides various options for adventurous people likewise ‘Everest Three High Pass’ treks.

Besides its scenic views and panorama of giant peaks, it is also famous for the local Sherpa culture and heritage of Tibetan Buddhism and warm hospitality. 

Places to visit around Mt. Everest region:

• Everest Base Camp and climb of Kalapathar.
• Short trek to Tengboche Monastery for Everest Panorama.
• Gokyo Valley and the lakes with climb of Gokyo-Ri.
• Gokyo Valley to Everest base camp via Cho-La Pass.
• Everest Three High Passes trek (Kongma, Cho-La and Renjo-La)
• Peekay Hill top trek and Classic Everest from Jiri.

MT. KANCHENJUNGA

‘World 3^rd highest and Nepal 2^nd high mountain’

Overview:

Mt. Kanchenjunga, listed as the world’s 3rd highest peaks and Nepal’s 2nd tallest mountain, rises at a height above 8, 586 m and 28, 169 feet.

Mount Kanchenjunga, located in Nepal Far East within the Great Himalayan range at about 125 km and 78 miles further east of Mt. Everest.

The massive bulk of Kanchenjunga also straddles the border between Nepal and Sikkim (a small North East state of India).

However, the most prominent location of Mt. Kanchenjunga falls within Nepal while the southeastern face belongs to Sikkim-India.

The mountain was first conquered by the late George Band, Norman Hardie and

 S, Streather with British Expedition in May 25th 1955, which was climbed from Nepal south base camp of Kanchenjunga.

Kanchenjunga a massive bulk of a mountain with the main five peaks adjoin by other satellite lesser peaks, actually the name pronounced and spelled ‘Kanchendzonga’ from Tibetan language.

The main five peaks resemble jewels or elements Gold, Silver, precious stones, grain, and Holy Scriptures.   

Mt. Kanchenjunga and its scenic area falls within the Latitude of 27.7025 and Longitude 88.1475 with 27°4256’ N and 87°55’42 due East, and it covers an area of 20,35 km2 (786 sq miles) in the district of Taplejung and Mechi State / Zone.

Mt. Kanchenjunga offers a great range of adventure, and the longest duration trek of more than three weeks, visiting both North and south base camps.

One of the most beautiful adventures around Kanchenjunga, where trekkers can enjoy exciting walks through dense deep forest, lined with tall rhododendron and pine trees to reach remorseless fields of ice and glaciers at Kanchenjunga base camps.

For interested travelers can trek beyond Kanchenjunga on the far-flung corners around Walunchung-Gola and crossing high Lumba-Sumba-La pass.

Kanchenjunga region a great way to explore local culture in the close backdrop of massive Himalayan range of peaks, provides complete wilderness in the harmony of pristine surroundings.

Places to visit around Kanchenjunga region:

• Kanchenjunga Circuit trek (both North and South base camps.)
• Short Prativara a cultural and scenic trek.
• Walungchun-Gola and Lumba-Sumba La Pass trek.

MT. LHOTSE

‘world’s 4^th highest mountain within close to Mt. Everest’

Overview:

Mt. Lhotse at 8, 516 m and 27, 940 feet high stands as the world’s fourth-highest peak, the closest adjoining mountain with Mt. Everest, located in the Khumbu region of Nepal mid-eastern Himalaya range.

The mountain was first scaled on May 18, 1956, by a Swiss Expedition climbed by

 F. Luchsinger and E. Reiss, since then till present many mountaineers have reached the top of Mt. Lhotse.

The route to the summit of Mt. Lhotse is almost the same as Mt. Everest, and from South Col and Camp III, which is halfway up the Lhotse Face at about 7,400 meters high.

The other route is from higher Imjatse valley, the toughest and more technical than the other North East side, very few mountaineers takes the challenge from the southern route.

Mt. Lhotse a group of jagged peaks, when viewed from Dingboche and Chukung around Imjatse valley.

The mountain lies at Latitude: 27° 57′ 25.19″ North and Longitude: 86° 55′ 59.99″ East, located within high Khumbu valley which can be clearly seen on walks towards its base camp or from the plane.

The name Lhotse comes from the Tibetan and Sherpa language meaning South Peak, which on the southeast from Mt. Everest with its other satellite peaks likewise Lhotse Shar.

Trek to Mt. Lhotse is on the same trail as Mt. Everest, depending upon one interest to reach its base camp, either from South West or from Southside of the mountain which is above scenic and beautiful Imjatse Valley.

As it is located within Khumbu and Everest area, where trekkers and mountaineers can visit other exciting and wonderful destinations like Gokyo valley, crossing Cho-La pass to reach its base camp.

For interested people can take the high altitude adventure over the ‘Three High Passes’  crossing Kongma-La, Cho-La, and Renjo-La along with a visit to Everest and Lhotse base camps.

Places to visit around Mt. Lhotse and Everest region:

• Everest and Lhotse Base Camp and climb of Kalapathar.
• Short trek to Tengboche Monastery for Everest and Lhotse Panorama.
• Gokyo Valley and the lakes with climb of Gokyo-Ri.
• Gokyo Valley to Everest base camp via Cho-La Pass.
• Everest Three High Pass (Kongma, Cho-La and Renjo-La)
• Peekay Hill top trek and Classic Everest from Jiri.

MT. MAKALU

‘enjoy the adventure to world 5^th highest Mt. Makalu and scenic Barun valley’

Overview:

Mt. Makalu, towers above at 8, 463 m and 27, 766 feet high, one of the tough and technical mountain to climb which was conquered by the French Expedition on May 15th 1955.

Since then the mountain is often climbed by other veteran mountaineers of different nationalities.

Mt. Makalu, one of the most difficult and challenging mountains to climb where only veteran and expert Mountaineers dares to takes this awesome challenge to reach on top of the summit.

Mt. Makalu, located in Far Eastern Nepal within the Mahalangur Himalaya range, which falls southeast of Mt. Everest and west of Mt. Kanchenjunga the third highest.

Due to its high and beautiful location, trekkers visiting Makalu base camp can view towering Mt. Makalu at close distance and as well have the opportunity to see rare Kangsung East Face of Mt. Everest and Lhotse. 

It also straddles the border between two countries Nepal and Tibet / China, a distinct peak with a four-sided black rocky pyramid, hence the name Makalu meaning a black mountain. 

Mt. Makalu falls within the Makalu region of Sanka-Saba district of Eastern Nepal within Koshi Zone at Latitude: 27° 53′ 12.59″ North and Longitude: 87° 05′ 11.40″ East.

Mt. Makalu, less-visited region around Nepal Himalaya due to its remote location where short flight includes both ways to Tumlingtar town from the capital Kathmandu.

A great way to explore around its beautiful and scenic areas within Arun and Barun valleys, a trek from low warm sub-tropical climate to alpine region and ending at arctic zone of ice and glaciers at Makalu base camp.

Makalu region protected by Makalu & Barun National Park and Conservation Area that covers 2, 330 sq. kms that extends past Barun Himal and eastern part of Khumbu of Everest region.

The Makalu & Barun National Park and Conservation Area enriched with unique and rare flora and fauna, almost extinct in this part of the world are found around Arun and Barun valley of Makalu zone. 

Places to visit around Mt. Makalu area:

• Makalu Base Camp and Arun, Barun valleys.
• Traverse over Sherpani and Makalu West Col to Everest region.
• Trek from Makalu to Everest via Salpa pass.
• Trek to Milke Danda amid the rhododendron forest. 

MT. CHO-OYU

‘world sixth tallest and stunning peaks within Nepal and Tibet’

Overview:

Mt. Cho-Oyu is listed as the world’s 6th tallest peak that straddles the border of Nepal and Tibet / China. Mt. Cho-Oyu rises high above 8, 201 m and 29, 906 feet one of popular mountain for mountaineers.

Mt. Cho-Oyu first ascent in October 19th 1954 by Austrian Expedition supported by Nepalese expert climber Sherpa Pasang Dawa Lama.

Most of the climb to Mt. Cho-Oyu is done from southeast Tibet across the border, for easy access to reach the summit top than from Khumbu, Nepal side.

Mt. Cho-Oyu is located west of Mt. Everest at a mere distance of 20 km at Latitude 28.0960° North and Longitude 86.6615° towards East.

The name Cho-Oyu translates as “Turquoise Goddess” in Tibetan as well in the Sherpa language of Tibetan origin. 

The mountain lies within the westernmost major peak of the Khumbu sub-section of the Mahalangur Himalaya and close to Gyachung Khang, the highest 7,000 m peak.

The area around Cho-Oyu in Nepal falls within the higher side of Khumbu towards further North of Gokyo 5th lakes. Mt. Cho-Oyu base camp is rarely visited by trekkers besides a few mountaineering expeditions due to its remote location.

From Tibet one can easily drive to the base camp of Mt. Cho-Oyu where the route leads past the main highway heading towards the southeast, one can catch awesome views of Mt. Cho-Oyu, Mt. Everest, and Mt. Shisapangma on the drive-in Tibet. 

Mt. Cho-Oyu, which is also close to Nangpa-La a high pass that borders Tibet and Khumbu, Nepal where Tibetan still cross to Namche Bazaar on the Nepal side at Khumbu for trade.

Mt. Cho-Oyu from Khumbu best views from high Gokyo-Ri and great reflection of the mountain on its glacial crystal clear lakes at Gokyo. 

Places to visit around Mt. Cho-Oyu in Khumbu, Nepal:

• Everest and Cho-Oyu Base Camp and climb of Kalapathar with Gokyo-Ro.
• Short trek to Gokyo valley and Tengboche Monastery for Everest Panorama.
• Gokyo Valley and the lakes with climb of Gokyo-Ri and visit to Gokyo 5th Lake near Cho-Oyu base camp.
• Gokyo Valley to Everest base camp via Cho-La Pass.
• Everest Three High Pass (Kongma, Cho-La and Renjo-La)

Places to visit around Mt. Cho-Oyu in Tibet:

Drive from Kathmandu and visit Cho-Oyu base camp.
Drive with option to visit Everest and Shisapangma base camps.
Drive and fly from Lhasa, after visiting Cho-Oyu base camp.

MT. DHAULAGIRI

‘world 7^th highest and massive bulk of a mountain range’

Overview:

Mt. Dhaulagiri, a massive mountain range located within Nepal Mid and Far West Himalaya, one of the few 8, 000 meters peaks situated wholly in Nepal.

Mt. Dhaulagiri stands as the world’s seventh-highest peak at the height of 8, 167 m and 26, 795 feet high, first conquest of Mt. Dhaulagiri in May 13th 1960 by Swiss and Austrian Expedition with support of Nepalese Sherpa guide Nima and Nawang Dorji. 

Mt. Dhaulagiri can be seen clearly from Pokhara’s view-point hills towards the far western direction, situated west from the Annapurna Himalaya Mountain range.

Mt. Dhaulagiri with its group of peaks, namely Dhaulagiri-I, II, III, and IV with Gurja Himal, Mani-Pathi.

Mt. Dhaulagiri the highest peak within Nepal, which does not touch with any other country which is wholly in Nepal.

The word Dhaula comes from ancient Sanskrit meaning a dazzling white and Giri as mountain or peaks, situated on Latitude: 28° 41′ 28.19″ North and Longitude: 83° 29′ 25.79″ East.

Mt. Dhaulagiri a massive mountain range that extends 120 km from the Kaligandaki River west to the Bheri that touches the boundary with the Dolpo area. 

This massif is bounded on the north and southwest by tributaries of the Bheri River and on the southeast by the Mygdi Khola continues towards Kaligandaki River in the east.  

Mt. Dhaulagiri towers high on the opposite side of Mt. Annapurna to form the world’s deepest gorge of the Kaligandaki River.

Mt. Dhaulagiri since it was climbed in early 1960, where mountaineering expedition is still popular on high climbing season.

There are two main routes to reach its base camp at 4, 750 m high one from Marpha with climb over Thapa and Dhampus Pass to Hidden Valley and crossing high French Pass at above 5,360 m to reach its base camp.

The other routes from Beni town and Darbang, and trekking for a week to reach at base camp.

Places of interest to visit around Mt. Dhaulagiri: 

• Around Dhaulagiri trek, Kaligandaki and Lower Mustang trek.

MT. MANASLU

‘enjoy the great adventure on world’s eight highest peak’

Overview:

Mt. Manaslu ranked as the world’s eighth highest mountain, which is solely within Nepal. Located around Nepal North Mid-West Himalaya range close to Annapurna in the west with massive Ganesh Himal towards east.

Mt. Manaslu a striking looking peaks that towers high above at 8, 163 m and 26, 781 feet, first ascent on May 9th, 1956 by Japanese Expedition with Nepalese Sherpa guide Gyalzen Norbu.

From then on the mountain is frequently climbed by many mountaineers of different nationalities. The area around high Manaslu valley draws many trekkers and adventurers every high season of the year.

The word Manaslu comes from ancient Sanskrit language meaning mind or soul of the god, like Lake Manasarover in Tibet near Mt. Kailash.

The local native of Manaslu call as Kutung in Tibetan origin language which means a paradise. Mt. Manaslu coordinates at Latitude 8.5497° N and Longitude 84.5597° E.

Mt. Manaslu is clearly seen on route and as well from the famous touristic city Pokhara with its massive range of peaks. 

Located within high areas of Gorkha district of Mid-West Nepal around Mansiri Himal range, also extends towards Lamjung and Manang districts.

Mt. Manaslu, getting more popular and attention since the last few decades, the upper and high Manaslu falls within a restricted area, due to its closeness with the Tibet frontier which is further due north.

Adventure to Mt. Manaslu offers great variation from low sub-tropic paddy fields towards cooler Himalayan hills covered with dense beautiful rhododendron and pine forest and then at arctic zone of remorseless fields of ice and glaciers. 

The route to Mt. Manaslu and around situated on old Trans Himalaya Salt and Caravan Trail of Nepal and Tibet, where trade still exists but in smaller ways than in early 1950 and 60.

A great country to visit and to enjoy perfect wilderness in the harmony of scenic mountain views and local culture of Buddhism religion and heritage.

Place of interest around Mt. Manaslu:

Around Manaslu a full circuit of 2 weeks duration, Tsum valley located east of Manaslu. 

One can enjoy extending on visiting Manaslu base camp and Larke-La pass towards Manang and beyond.

MT. ANNAPURNA

‘famous and most popular destination Annapurna Himalaya among adventurer’

Overview:

Mt. Annapurna, a massive bulk of mountain range of North Mid-Western Himalaya that dominates the beautiful Pokhara valley, and reflects on its serene Phewa and Begnas Lakes.  

Mt. Annapurna is listed as the world’s tenth highest mountain at an altitude above 8,091 m and 26, 545 feet high, located within north of Gandaki district of Nepal State-4, close to Manaslu in the east with Dhaulagiri towards west.

An amazing fact that Mt. Annapurna the first 8, 000-meter Mountain ever climbed in the history of mountaineering, it was summited in early June 3, 1950, and way ahead of Mt. Everest was conquered in 1953.

Mt. Annapurna ascent made by French Expedition lead by famous legendary Maurice Herzog and L. Lachenal. It is also a most challenging and technical mountain to climb.

The world Annapurna means Food / Crop-Enough (Anna for crops and Purna for enough), truly a great mountain in the Himalaya range. 

Where the mountain glaciers feed the river system and irrigates the agriculture fields to yield more crops and food for the people, hence the divine name Annapurna. 

Mt. Annapurna a massive range with striking peaks like Annapurna-I, II, III, and IV with Annapurna South, Huin-Chuli, Annapurna Fang / Vara Shikar and the famous Machhapuchare Himal known as Fish Tail peak, due to its twin summit top.

Annapurna and its magnificent range of peaks attracts trekkers, adventurers, and mountaineers in every peak season, one of the most visited regions in the Himalaya region.

Mt. Annapurna-I one of the most technically challenging mountain for mountaineers, a sheer ice and rocky wall of a mountain with an option of two routes for the climb.

The popular and main route from Annapurna Sanctuary and the other from Kaligandaki River southwest of Annapurna.  

A wonderful adventure destination to Annapurna base camp from the sanctuary, walk from low warm paddy fields to cooler alpine hills and then reach at arctic cold within the midst of high giant peaks that surrounds you.

Many great places to visit around the Annapurna Himalaya range:

• The most famous is ‘Around or Annapurna Circuit’ crossing high Thorang-la pass.
• Annapurna Base Camp and the Sanctuary.
• Ghorepani and Poon Hill Sunrise Trek.
• Khopra and Khair Lake Trek.
• Mardi Himal Trek on the foot of Fish-Tail peak.

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