Trip Overview

Bhimthang Manaslu Trek is short trekking comparing to the other trekking routes in the Annapurna region. The itinerary for this trek has been designed aiming to those who want to explore the Himalayans in Nepal in a short period. Though it’s a short trek, there is no compromise in our services, and you will cover almost all the natural attractions of Nepal that includes the Mountain, alpine topography, woods. Also, you will see the local people and their way of life.

This trek offers you stunning view of Mt. Manaslu, Mt. Phungi (6538m), Mt. Nemjung (7140m), and Mt. Kang Guru (6981m) including others. Besides the mountain views, you will reach to the different world of tranquility while passing through rhododendron, Oak trees including other vegetation. You will be delighted to know that the area is a home for different fauna including some endangered species such as Red Panda, Himalayan Thar. The trekking offers majesty of lakes and exploration of Larkey La Glacier are additional characteristics of this trek comparing to the other trekking destinations of the region. You will encounter with the different topography on the planet while exploring Larkey La Glacier.

The tea house/local lodges are comfortable so that you should not worry about accommodation after your tiring day walk. Besides, the hospitality of the local people makes you feel that you are at home away from your home.
Though you can go for this trek throughout the year, the best season for the trekking is spring when the rhododendron blooms on its fullest. Besides, autumn is also another favorite season to embark on this trek. Anyone with an average level of fitness with some outdoor activities can go for this trek. Our crew of local guides and porter including the trekking managers, who have years of experience in the field, is always ready to organize a hassle-free trek for you.

Outline Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival in Kathmandu (1400m)

Day 2 Kathmandu Sightseeing (1400m)

Day 3 Drive to Besisahar in a bus and Dharapani in a Jeep (1900m)

Day 4 Trek to Tilje (2300m)

Day 5 Trek to Bimthang (3890m)

Day 6 Larkey La Glacier exploration day and hike to Bimthang (3890m) (3890m)

Day 7 Trek to Tilje (2300m)

Day 8 Trek to Dharapani (1900m)

Day 9 Drive to Kathmandu (1400m)

Day 10 Departure from Kathmandu (1400m)

Cost Includes

Airport pick up and drop service in a private vehicle

Welcome dinner and farewell dinner.

Twin-sharing accommodation in Kathmandu (3 nights) and Pokhara (2 nights) at tourist standard hotel along with breakfast

Accommodation during the trekking in a teahouse/Lodge

All three meals on the trek (breakfast, lunch, dinner), fruits after dinner and tea/coffee (3 times a day)

Tourist coach drive to and from Pokhara (air ticket or private vehicle can be arranged on the client’s behalf upon request)

Government certified English speaking trekking guide

The entire cost of the staff members involved in the trek (their salary, insurance, equipment, food, and accommodation)

Porters (one porter for every two trekkers) and his entire expenses (salary, food, accommodation equipment, and insurance)

Charges of all necessary documentation and permits that include a permit for Annapurna Conservation Area perm, Trekkers Information Management Systems (TIMS) Card

Down jackets and sleeping bags (upon request), should be returned to the company after completion of the trek.

Company’s duffel bag , and a company’s t-shirt as a souvenir.

Trekking route map

First Aid Kit (carried by a trek guide)

The arrangement of helicopter rescue service (trekker’s travel insurance must cover this expense)

All applicable federal and local taxes.

Cost Excludes

Nepal visa and International flights fare.

Dinner and Lunch in Kathmandu and Pokhara besides welcome and farewell dinner.

Expenses for your clothing and personal gears

Your personal equipment and other expenses such as mineral water, soft beverages, laundry, hot drinking water on the trek, bar bills, showers, internet, battery chargers.

Your travel insurance that covers helicopter evacuation as well as medical expenses and trip cancellation

Tipping to the guide, porter, and drivers

Any other costs not itemized in the "Cost Includes " are your personal expenses.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1400m)

Soon after you exit from the international terminal of the Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu, you will meet our representative with your name card. S/he will transfer you to your hotel. We will meet you for the trek briefing in the evening either in your hotel or in our office. Tonight, we will take you for dinner at a typical Nepali restaurant where you can also enjoy the Nepalese cultural program. Overnight at Kathmandu.

Day 2: Katmandu Sightseeing (1400m)

Today, our guide will take you to explore the major tourist attractions of the Kathmandu valley including some world heritage sites. The significant places you will cover are Swoyambhunath (also known as Monkey Temple), Boudhanath and Durbar Square. You will be back to your hotel in the afternoon when you can have time for the preparation of the trek.

Day 3: Drive to Besisahar in a bus and Dharapani in a Jeep (1900m)-6/7 hour drive

Our guide will be in your company today onwards throughout the trip. You will start your journey taking an early bus to Besisahar from Kathmandu. You will be stopped for lunch and refreshment on the route. You will enjoy the gushing rivers and green vegetation on the way. Soon after you arrive in Besisahar, you will take a jeep and drive to today’s destination Dharapani.

Day 4: Trek to Tilje (2300m) -3/4 hour

Following breakfast, you will start the trek from the small but busy village of Dharapani to Tilje. You will have the view of beautiful green terraced farm field and introductory terrain of the trek. It’s not a long day today as it’s as a starter for your legs. Overnight at Tilje.

Day 5: Trek to Bimthang (3890m) - 5/6 hour

You will descend on a path over a ridge before arriving a village called Gho. Today, you will pass through the valley and rhododendron forest. Pristine water in Dudh Khola- a local rivulet- on route takes your mind to the state of peace. A track through a meadow after crossing a thick alpine woods brings you to Bimthang.

Day 6: Larkey La Glacier exploration day and hike to Bimthang (3890m) -5/6 hour

After breakfast, you will go for exploration of Larkey La Glacier. You will experience this unique nature in the world with beautiful views of mountain ranges in the region including Mount Manaslu while walking on the glacial debris. After exploring the glacier, you will come down to Bimthang for the overnight stay.

Day 7: Trek to Tilje (2300m) - 5/6 hour

After breakfast, you will retrace the route to Tilje from Bimthang. However, you still love to walk through rhododendron forest and walk along the river with a cool breeze. After crossing a couple of settlements on the day, you will arrive in Tilje for the overnight stay.

Day 8: Trek to Dharapani (1900m) - 3/4 hour

Today is the last day of your actual trek. After breakfast, you resume the trek to Dharapani. You can go on a moderate pace as it’s not a long day today. Overnight at Dharapani.

Day 9: Drive to Kathmandu (1400m) -6/7 hour drive

You will drive to Besisahar from Dharapani in a jeep and take a regular commuter bus to go to Kathmandu from Besishar. Though it’s a bumpy road, in the beginning, you will enjoy the gushing river, forests, and local lives while driving back to Kathmandu. We will take you out for a farewell dinner tonight.

Day 10: Departure from Kathmandu (1400m)

This is the final day of your Nepal visit for this time. You might have some time to buy last hour souvenir to your family and friends today. Our representative will drop you at the Tribhuwan International Airport for your final departure as per your ticket schedule.

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NPA01A06

Trip Code

10 Days

Duration

3,720m/12,201ft

Max Altitude

Kathmandu/Kathmandu

Trip Start/Ends

March-May, Sept- Nov

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Travel Style

Teahouse/Lodge

Accommodation

Medium

Difficulty

Full Board

Meals

Tourist Bus/Jeep

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