Nepal Travel Trek

Rupina La Trek

Located forty miles east of Annapurna, Manaslu (also called Kutang), the eighth highest mountain in the world, dominates the Gurkha massif.  The name Manaslu is derived from the Sanskrit word Manasa meaning "Mountain of the Spirit".

 

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.

Best season to visit: In the spring (March to May) when the rhododendrons, the national flower of Nepal, are in bloom. Also in the fall (September to November) or post-monsoon when the weather is temperate and the skies are clear.

Trek Grade: Moderate to difficult. This is a difficult trek especially while crossing two difficult passes; Rupina La and Larkye La. Some mountaineering skills required.

Maximum altitude: 5213m at Larkye La.

Length of trek: It is advisable to spend three weeks along this route to fully experience the full scenic and cultural splendor.

Accommodations: This trek is organized as a fully camping trek as the valley floor can provide comfortable camping spots in good weather some parts of the way. Camping trek rates and fees are considerably higher as more resources are required.

Additional Information: The crossing of Rupina La and Larkye La can be dangerous at times, especially during unexpected snowfall and Altitude sickness so potential trekkers must make sure that they are well prepared and equipped for all eventualities.  Our experienced porters/guides will help you to avoid potentially unsafe situations.

Outline Itinerary:

Day 01	Kathmandu Gorkha to Ghyampesal: Drive to Gorkha and trek to Ghyampesal
Day 02	Ghyampesal to Deurali: Trek
Day 03	Deurali to Totnari: Trek
Day 04	Totnari to Darchye: Trek
Day 05	Darche to Lamrak Kharka: Trek
Day 06	Lamrak to Nirtse Kharka: Trek
Day 07	Nirtse Kharka to Rupina La Phedi: Trek
Day 08	Rupina ~ La Phedi to Meme Kharka: Trek
Day 09	Meme Kharka to Gai Kharka: Trek
Day 10	Gai Kharka to Deng: Trek
Day 11	Deng to Namru: Trek
Day 12	Namru to Shyaula: Trek
Day 13	Shyaula to Sama Gompa: Trek
Day 14	Sama Gompa to Samdo: Trek
Day 15	Samdo to Larkya Base Camp: Trek
Day 16	Larkye BC to Bimthang: Trek
Day 17	Bimthang to Tilje: Trek
Day 18	Tilje to Syange: Trek
Day 19	Syange to Beshishar: Trek
Day 20	Beshishar to Kathmandu: Drive

Note – Our Itinerary does not include your arrival and departure day to and from Kathmandu, and our fixed dates are the trekking starting date from Kathmandu.

 

Detailed Itinerary

Day 01: Kathmandu Gorkha to Ghyampesal: Drive to Gorkha and trek to Ghyampesal

Drive from Kathmandu to Gorkha about five hours to Historical Capital Gorkha City (1650 m)
 explore around temples & Palaces and trek to Ghyamjpesal. overnight at tented camp at 
Ghyampesal.

  Day 02: Ghyampesal to Deurali: Trek

  Day 03: Deurali to Totnari: Trek

  Day 04: Totnari to Darchye: Trek

  Day 05: Darche to Lamrak Kharka: Trek

  Day 06: Lamrak to Nirtse Kharka: Trek

  Day 07: Nirtse Kharka to Rupina La Phedi: Trek

Day 08: Rupina ~ La Phedi to Meme Kharka: Trek

  Day 09: Meme Kharka to Gai Kharka: Trek

Day 10: Gai Kharka to Deng: Trek

 

Day 11: Deng to Namru: Trek

Day 12: Namru to Shyaula: Trek

 

Day 13: Shyaula to Sama Gompa: Trek

Day 14: Sama Gompa to Samdo: Trek

 

Day 15: Samdo to Larkya Base Camp: Trek

Day 16: Larkye BC to Bimthang: Trek

 

Day 17: Bimthang to Tilje: Trek

Day 18: Tilje to Syange: Trek

Day 19: Syange to Beshishar: Trek

 

Day 20: Beshishar to Kathmandu: Drive

Day 21: Departure to your own destination

 

Price includes:

• Arrival and departure and other required transportation by Car.  (Airport to City, City to Airport)
• All meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) and Accommodation in Camping arrangements (twin sharing two men tent) / dining tent, toilet tent
• Best quality Sleeping bags, dawn Jackets.
• First Aid Kit
• Manaslu and Annapurna Conservation Area Project permit fee (NRS 4000)
• English speaking Experienced Guide and Porters
• All necessaries for Nepalese staff (all meals, accommodation in teahouses, equipments, insurance etc).
• Certificate of Trek completion from Himalayan Humanity Trekking

Price Excludes:

• Any bar bills (alcoholic drinks, mineral water and cold drinks),
• Client's personal insurance,
• Meals and Accommodations in Kathmandu.
• Personal expenses,
• Rescue,
• Tips for staff (porter/Guide) etc

 

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