Larkya (Larke) Peak special offer for 2023

• Highlights of Manaslu Larkya-la Pass Trek:

                         The smaller Himalayan passes topped by the high Larkey La (5106m) and Kang La (5320 m) passes along the path.Manaslu and Nar-Phu culture, tradition, religion, and lifestyle in the HimalayasSpectacular view of Manaslu, Dhaulagiri, Annapurna and the surrounding small and important mountainous regions.Rare wildlife and vegetation, highlighting the lower Himalayas and subtropical climate regions.

Stunning Buddhist monasteries with spectacular architecture and art.

Wizardry sunrise and sunset views of the beautiful scenery of the Himalayas.

Genuine trek experience on the lesser trails discovering hill and mountain villages, culture and terraced agricultural lands of the Manaslu and Nar Phu areas.

• Getting to the Manaslu region

  This fairly long trek starts from the peaceful settlement of Arughat and extends to many of the best passes in the himalayan region. Manaslu Circuit Larke La Pass 5106m and Nar Phu Valley Kang La Pass 5320M. Snow-capped mountains view from the road. And especially from the peak of these passes, there's one thing to keep in mind forever. The Significant Peaks, such as Annapurna, Manaslu, Dhaulagiri, Macchapucchre, Ganesh Himal, and the sub-ranges surrounding us. Absolute Manaslu trek is a heaven for any photographer to study Gurung, Nubri, and other traditional art of living.   

        Manaslu is the eight highest mountain in the world with a height of 8,163 meters above the sea level. Manaslu is locally known as Kutang. The beauty of Manaslu is very popular all around the world. The Nepal Government created the Manaslu Conservation Area (MCA) with an area of 1,663 Sq. Km in December 1998. The Manalsu Region is located in the northern part of Gorkha district, bordering with the Tibetan plateau of the People’s Republic of China to northeast, Annapurna Conservation Area to the west and the mid part of Gorkha district to the south. The Manalsu Region elevation ranges from the lower altitude of 1400 m. to 8,163 m above sea level. The seven VDCs (Districts) of MCA are culturally divided into three valleys namely Nubri, Kutang and Tsum. Nubri, which means "The Western Mountains" in the Tibetan dialect, includes the section of Budi Gandaki valley west of Namrung. Kutang is the region along the Budi Gandaki valley between Namrung and Dyang including parts of Prok and Bihi VDCs. The area along the Shyar Khola valley in the eastern part of the conservation area, including Chumchet and Chhekampar VDCs is known as Tsum.

• Trekking Difficulty of this trek:
• It's among the longest trekking in Nepal. The trek begins from subtropical to tundra climatic zones while passing through six different climatic zones. It also extends from 715 meters to 5218 meters and passes through the valley of Buddi Gandaki, which surrounds Mount Manaslu. Of course, due to its gradual altitude, it is difficult to walk in thin air and to cover 177 kilometers in the distance.

The Manaslu Trek is great for people who have a good physical health and are eager to stroll at high altitudes. Note that hiking in Manaslu is moderate to strenuous. However, elderly people can also finish this trek if they take the necessary acclimatization.

• Lodging and food during the trek:

Accommodation is in guesthouses (often called teahouses) along the way. Rooms have two single beds and usually a small window. Toilet facilities are most often shared rather than en-suite bathrooms on the Manaslu Trek. They can be inside the main house or in the outhouse. It may be a western style toilet or a squat. Things tend to become more basic at higher altitudes. There's also a dining room where food is prepared, so it's a perfect spot to get to know your fellow trekkers. The higher you go, usually around dinner time there will be a fire in the dining room, although this is by no means guaranteed.

         During the lodge trek, we will enjoy authentic Nepalese food (Dal bhat, vegetables, curry …) rice, lentil, as well as more-foreign cuisine. You can select from the lodge menu if you want, and at a time when it's difficult to pick, our guide can help you choose and taste the local cuisine. Breakfast and dinner are served from the teahouse or from the lodge menu where we spend the night. Lunch and Dinner are not included in the price. If you want to include the lunch and dinner you would have to tick the box at the top right side of the booking menu.

• Electricity and Charging your devices while on trek:

Owing to the small hydropower project, 220 volts of electrical power is available in many villages. Light and power sockets are also available for charging batteries on a payable basis. Villages without electricity normally use a solar energy for charging lights and batteries.

• Drinking water during the trek:

The Manaslu trek is physically exhausting and drinking a lot of water is a must. The first several days at low altitudes can be hot, so expect a lot of water to be needed. At cooler, higher altitudes, you can feel less thirsty, but drinking lots of water allows you to acclimate. Planning to have at least two liters of water when trekking every day is a smart way to start. Filling up water is quick. Taps in, out or in guesthouses mean that there are plenty of places to fill your bottles and/or your water bladders. This could be where you stay, a lunch stop, or a shared public tap used by locals. Use an efficient sterilization method to make sure your water is safe and not contaminated in anyway. Bottled water is available to buy throughout the trek, but we would advise against this for a number of reasons. You do not need them if you use sterilization method. Environment concerns are there and also buying water is expensive up in the mountains.

• Obtaining trekking permits:

You would require permits for this trek, which are Restricted Area permit (RAP), ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Project), and MCAP (Manaslu Conservation Area Project).

AET shall take care of the permits for you.

• Insuring your safety,

We suggest taking out an insurance plan for your individual accountability, accidents and illnesses during the service.

Regarding the type of activity, you may be asked to show a certificate of insurance for help and support, sanitation and search. This service is private and not free in Nepal, the helicopter will not take off until it is convinced to pay for the insurance.

• Carrying Extra money

         It’s difficult to give an exact amount of money that you should bring. Costs will vary according to how much you want to spend for shopping and where and what meals (lunch & dinner) you want to eat. Trekkers find that around $20 (for lunch & dinner) a day is reasonable for the trekking days.

As for the tips, A general rule of thumb for tipping is USD 25 for the guide per traveler and USD 25 for porter between two travelers if you are fully satisfied with their service. So we suggest you allocate a minimum of USD 60 for Tipping. This is just a guideline and you may tip whatever / how much you think is appropriate for the services rendered which made your trek a memorable one.

• Luggage per one person:

For the trek, we'll have one porter for two people as per group size. The porter will carry 10-15kg per person luggage during the trek. You need to carry your daypack to keep your personal belongings such as wallet, camera, water bottle, dry snack, headlight, gadgets etc.

• Best time for the trek:

The ideal time to go hiking in Manaslu is from September to November. In general, the weather is dry and clear, with warm sunny days and excellent visibility. Spring during April-May is also considered the best time for this trek.  At this time of year, there is a reduced incidence of weather-related natural disasters, making the trekking climate much safer. Moreover, given that it's the best season, it's also the busiest.

• List of Equipment you will need for trek:

Clothing,

•         Trekking boots

•         Short-sleeved Trekking shirts

•         Trekking pants and jackets

•         Thermals underwear

•         Long-sleeved Trekking shirts

•         Insulating down jackets

•         Woolen cap

•         Trekking Gloves

•         Raincoats

• First Aid

•         Diamox tablets

•         Sanitary pads / Tampons

•         Anti-nausea Medicines

•         Band-aids

•         Mosquito and insect repellents

• Toiletries

•         Soap

•         Toilet Paper

•         Shampoo

•         Sunscreen

•         Moisturizer

•         Hand sanitizer

• Accessories

•         Sunglasses

•         Sleeping bag

•         Cameras

•         Batteries

•         Water Bottle

•         Solar Chargers

•         Hot water Thermos

• Important Documents:

•         Passport

•         Travel Permits

Staying connected to world outside during the trek,

There is expanding the telecommunication services at most of the villages, except Deng and Ghap. However, you can find a satellite or cellular-based phone which able to connect with the world on the payable basis. Internet services are also available in Philim, Namrung, Lho, and Sama Gaon.

Single Supplementary:

There will be two people accommodated in each room for the duration of the tour. If you prefer private accommodation, you'll find the option for "single supplement" of USD 250. Important:  Please note that during the trek there are some lodges which won't have sufficient rooms to provide private accommodation. So, even if you purchase single supplement you will end up sharing a room for some days of the trek.

Travel and Transportation Modes:

On Land: Touring to and from city destinations is done on a private vehicle such as a car, jeep or microbus. Luxury tourist buses, which are only hired by the company for the most part, make the long distance travel. You will may have to take a public bus on some trip, but you do not need to worry about your protection or comfort because you ride with our guides and support staff in a group.This Tour with  Alpine Excursion Treks.

Guides and Porters:

          Our local Nepali team is one of the most experienced, hospitable and respected trekking outfits in Nepal. The team is fully licensed and affiliated with the Trekking Agency's Association of Nepal (TAAN), Nepal Mountaineering Association, Nepal Tourism Board, Govt. of Nepal, Sustainable Tourism Network, Himalayan Rescue Association and Kathmandu Environmental Educational Project. You will be provided with the professional and an experienced English speaking trekking guide with the good knowledge of the place and the trek. The trekking crew is skilled with the experience of over 19 years, well-trained, friendly guide and, courteous and helpful porters, assured of a wonderfully memorable experience.

For the trek, we'll have one porter for two people as per group size. The porter will carry 12-15 kg per person luggage during the trek. You need to carry your day pack to keep your personal belongings such as wallet, camera, water bottle, dry snack, headlight, gadgets, etc. The safety and concerns of our porters is our collective responsibility. We take our responsibilities towards them and their safety concerns strictly. On your part, please carry only things that are of absolute necessities.

Other Programs and complimentary services with this trip,

• Welcome and Farewell dinner

How do we make sure you get the best experience of this trek?

      We are your completely flexible travel partner. Want to follow different route? We have you covered. Have extra time in Nepal? Excellent! We have more add-on tours like Chitwan Jungle Safari, Cable Car ride to Chandragiri hills, Cooking and Yoga classes in Kathmandu and so on. Would like to customize the trip? Well, why not? Give us your ideas and we will prepare complete itinerary for you. Do you want to use different standard of accommodations than provided in the per itineraries? Of course! You absolutely can. From your arrival until you departure, your wishes are our command. Feel free to make the request.

Last minute booking:

It is best to book in advance but for those who cannot, for whatever reason, make a last minute reservation special arrangement for Alpine Excursion Treks and Expedition Pvt. Ltd. In the case of last minute reservation, 100% tour payment will be approved within 24 hours. We try to operate a trek at any time but we are not liable for the delay in case of last-minute reservation, because of uncontrolled changes such as weather and the availability of accommodation.

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