Manaslu-Larkye-Pass-Trekking - 26 Tage Manaslu, the 8th highest peak on the planet, locally known as the ‘mountain of the spirit’, is one of the most spectacular snow peak in Nepal. Manaslu is one of the best places for adventure trekking and the cultural site. It can be define as trekkers' paradise. It lies on the eastern side from Annapurna area between Bhudhi Gandaki and Marsyangdi River. Opened in 1992, this area offers a combination of rich cultural heritage, unsurpassed beauty and biological diversity. This is the popular trekking destination for mountain views and the ancient monasteries, other natural beauty. This area offers perfect views of the Larkya La peak, Mt. Manaslu (8,156 meter), Himalchuli, Buddha Himal and many more. And this is the excellent site to observe the Tibetan culture, people and their tradition. Tremendous Bhudhi Gandaki River, glacier green lake Birendra; which locate on the lap of the Manaslu, greenery pine forest side and rhododendron blooming in spring, monasteries, chhorten and bhuddhist flag are the jewelry of Manaslu region. Larkya La pass, Rupina La pass, Samagaon, Bhimtang, Samdo is the major attraction of this area for the visitor. HW Tillman and his team were the first mountaineering expedition to explore the region I 1950, and the Japanese the first team to climb it in 1956; since then, Manaslu has been known as a Japanese mountain, and because of its sensitive location right at the border of Tibet, few western trekkers ventured into the region. Reiseverlauf: Day 01 Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to your Hotel. Day 02 Sightseeing in Kathmandu: (Pashupatinath, Bouddhanath and Swayambhunath). After Breakfast you will visit Pashupatinath, with two tiered golden roof and silver door is considered one of the holiest shrines for Hindu. It is Top Hindu temple of the world. Although only Hindus are allowed inside the temple, visitors can clearly see the temple and the activities performed in the temple premises from the eastern bank of the Bagmati river. Bouddhanath: This ancient colossal Stupa is one of the biggest in Nepal , and the center of Tibetan Buddhism in the world. Swayambhunath: The Buddhist temple of Swayambhunath situated on the top of a hill west of the city, is on the most popular and instantly recognizable symbols of Nepal. Day 03 Sightseeing of Durbar square’s of Patan and Bhaktpaur. Today after breakfast visit Patan .The diversity of the medieval culture that allowed both Hinduism and Buddhism to flourish has left a rich legacy of impressive. Bhaktapur: the city of Devotees still retains a medieval charm and visitors to this ancient town are treated to myriad wonders of cultural and artistic achievements .The past glory of the Malla rulers continues to be reflected at the Durbar Square. Pottery and weaving are its traditional industries. Bhaktapur is famous for woodcarving, the Bhadgaolen topi (cap) and curd. After drive to Dhulikhel from where you can have best view to Mountains. Day 04 Kathmandu to Gorkha(1400m)(5hours). Drive towards Pokhara and turn to north form Khaireni Bazzar and overnight at an ancient town Gorkha. Day 05 Gorkha to Arughat(1540m)(4hours). This is short day walk along the river all way and camp along side of Burigandaki river beyond the Arughat. Day 06 Arughat to Khanchock(1780m)(5hours). It takes about six hours. The zigzag path passes through forest, villages, streams, pretty waterfalls and green valley until you reach Lapu Besi. This is a village mainly covered by Mongolian inhabitants. Now you again traverse the zigzag path to reach Khanchock. There is a small market with a few shops, lodges and donkeys that are kept there. Day 07 Khanchock to Khorsanibari(1800m)(6hours). It takes about six hours. You cross the Machha Khola and head upstream to the tiny village of Khola Bensi and the hot springs at Tatopani. The valley sides are step until they are impassable and the route then switches to the left bank by way of a suspension bridge. The trail is quite exposed and challenging in places. After a short section of forest path you reach the single teahouse at Doban. Above Doban, the Budhi Gandaki descends on an impressive series of rapids. Beyond this steep section, the river is much more placid, meandering across a broad gravel bed. At Lauri, you cross the river on a suspension bridge, and then climb on a high path to the fields of Jagat. Day 08 Khorsanibari to Khorlabensi(1923m)(6hours). It takes about three hours. The early part of trek moves gently uphill and then somewhere through a flat leveled path. You cross a suspension bridge over Budhi Gandaki before you enter Philim. Philim is a big village mainly inhabited by the Gurungs. Small monasteries, chortens and prayer flags fluttering in the sky, graves and typical houses will see around here. Day 09 Khorlabensi to Jagat(1950m)(5hours). It takes about six hours. You trek over a flat leveled path mostly through forest of pine, rhododendron and others. While walking, you cross a few bridges and can see villages at a far distance. A few houses are seen at Deng. From here, you can enjoy a pretty waterfall lying at some distance. Deng is famous for its potatoes, buck wheat, barley, cabbage, spinach as people are mostly involved in agriculture in this area. Day 10 Jagat to Nykmuni(2054m)(5hours). It takes about five hours. In the beginning, you trek almost a flat leveled path and then the trail moves uphill all the way to Namrung through forest. From here, you can enjoy the spectacular views of Mt. Manaslu, rock hills, a green valley and ridges. Namrung is a Buddhist village where there are monasteries, a water turbine, hydro electricity power house, mani walls, chortens and prayer flags can be seen fluttering in the sky. Day 11 Nykmuni to Samagaon(3525m)(5hours). It takes about four hours. You trek over a winding path which moves through the inner Himalayan range. On the way, you can enjoy mountain view of Rupinala pass, Mt. Manaslu, Gorkha Himal, Dwijen Himal, Saula Himal, Lanjing peak, and many other snow capped mountains and peaks. As you go up the vegetation decreases. In the afternoon, this part becomes quite windy. While walking, you come across mani walls, chortens, prayer flags and monasteries. Before you reach Lho Gaon, you pass a Tibetan village and Lihi Gaon. There is a monastery named Chon on a ridge and also a Buddhist school at Lho Gaon run by Buddhist monks. People mainly grow oat, barley, buck wheat, potatoes and vegetables in this area. Day 12 Samagaon to Samdo(4100m)(4hours). It takes about four hours. Leaving the village, you follow the right back of the river, with views of Peak 29 ahead. As you continue on the main trail, you soon reach the fields of Sama Gaon, 3500m. Day 13 Samdo to Larkye Bazzar(4300m)(6hours). You will rest at Smagaun for acclimatization. Surrounded by mountains in a peaceful forest, you take a breather to acclimatize and relax. You can hike to Manaslu Base Camp for excellent views of Samdo (Pang phuchuli); Nagdi chuli, Simnang Himal, Manaslu glacier, Manaslu ice fall and you can see Birendra Kunda which is an ice lake near by the Manaslu Base Camp. Day 14 Larkya Bazzar to Larkya La(Pass)(5135m.) to Bimthang(3590m)(8hours). It takes about seven hours. Early in the morning you being to trek a steep ascended path until Larkya La through a rocky and windy path. Today you carry parked lunch. From the top, you can enjoy the views of Larkya peak, sunrise, Mt. Manaslu, Ratna chuli, Cheo Himal and many other snow capped mountains and peaks. Crossing this pass, you hike to a steep downhill path through rock and ice. On the way, you encounter many icy lakes. Bimthang is a broad and level ablation valley with a number of Mani walls and deserted houses. Day 15 Bimthang to Tilche(2736m)(6hours) It takes about four hours. Crossing this high pasture, you descend the valley of the Burdin Khola to the area of the Base Camp for the West side of Manaslu. From a ridge at 4150 meters, you have excellent views of Manaslu to the South East and AnnapurnaII to the South West. Beyond a bridge over the headwaters of the Dudh Khola, you descend into a Rhododendron forest and follow a trail through a narrow valley until you reach the highest cultivated land in this valley at Karche, 2785 meters. Walking down you cross a stream to reach Tilije. There is an apple orchard and it is quite famous for local wine. Leaving Tilje, you trek uphill for nearly 45 minutes and reach Dharapani crossing a bridge over the Marshyangdi River. Day 16 Tilche to Tal(1700m)(6hours). It takes about six hours. You trek all the way over a descended path along the bank of Dudh Khola (river) and Marshyangdi River. On the way, you walk through pleasant villages such as Taal which is an attractive village with a pretty waterfall and you can enjoy the sight of lush green hills. Eventually, you come across Jagat which is a stone village situated on a shelf, that juts in to the precipitous Marsyangdi valley. Day 17 Tal to Ghermu(1150m)(7hours). It takes about five hours. A steep trail descends from Jagat through Marshyangdi valley. You cross Marshyangdi River at Syange and walk through Ghermu Path (Ghermu field). This village is mainly populated by Brahmins, Chhetris and few other ethnic communities. At this point, you descend all the way to Nagd and you walk for an hour and half flat lever path to reach hulbhule. Day 18 Ghermu to Bhulbhule(840m)(7hours). It takes about 1hrs from Bhulbhule to Bensishar. Today is last day at Bensishar, to good bye all the trekking teams. Visit around the Bensishar. Day 19 Bhulbhule to Bensishar(820m). It takes about 4 hrs. Our private van comes to pick up you and transfer to Pokhara city. Day 20 Drive to Pokhara by Bus. Day 21 Sightseeing in Pokhara. Day 22 Drive to Chitwan National Park by Bus. (www.hotelparkside.com) Day 23 Program in National Park. Day 24 Program in National Park. Day 25 Drive to Kathmandu by Bus. Day 26 Transfer to Airport and departure. Inklusive 1. All the transfer , Hotel with Breakfast, 2. All the entrance fees, all the sightseeing with English speaking Guide. 3. Trekking with full board, Permit, TIMS. 4. Staff insurance all the taxes, Program in Chitwan. Exklusive 1. All the personal Expenses, Lunch, dinner (except in trekking). 2. Insurances, all the changes made due to Natural disaster. 3. Emergency Rescue. Information EsbietensichverschiedeneVerlängerungsmöglichkeiten – wieTrekkingtouren, Wanderungen u. ä. - an. 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