OUTLINE
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Arrival: 15 -20 Minute drive (Airport to Hotel) AIT representative will greet you at Tribhuvan International Airport and transport you to your Kathmandu hotel. After having formal introduction, you are being served with welcome drink at the hotel. They will give you helpful tips for your time in Kathmandu. O/N Hotel
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Kathmandu Sight-seeing: 3-4 hours. After breakfast, you are being prepared for joining a guided tour of the amazing sightseeing of the Kathmandu Valley. You can visit Durbar Square, Swayambhunath ‘Monkey’ Temple, the famous Hindu temple – Pashupatinath and the largest Stupa in Nepal – Boudhanath onwards at afternoon we gather for a pre trek briefing and introduction to your trek leader & make arrangements for your ‘trek pack’. In the Evening AIT organizes welcome dinner at a local restaurant
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KATHMANDU-GORKHA (1060 M.) Drive approximately 5 hours to reach Gorkha. In the afternoon sightseeing around Gorkha bazaar (Gorkha is the birthplace of King Prithvi Narayan Shah- the Great, the founder of modern Nepal. Situated on a hill overlooking the snowy peaks of the Himalayas, there is a beautiful old palace known as Gorkha Durbar. It's the first capital of Nepal. There are two attractive temples of Gorakhnath and Kali inside the palace precinct. Only Hindus are allowed inside the temple of Gorakhanath. Gorkha is very enjoyable, interesting, one of the historical places and the palace of Gorkha King where firstly brave Gorkha soldiers originated from)
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GORKHA/KHANCHOWK (956 M.) The trail separates from here northeast toward Budhi Gandaki River. We follow the right trail toward Khanchowk bazaar for the night halt. Khanchowk commands good view of Gorkha himal.
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KHANCHOWK/ARUGHAT (530 m.) Continue on to Arukot. The trek today involves little bit of up and little bit of down towards Budhi Gandaki. Arughat is the largest village of this river basin.
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ARUGHAT/SETI KHOLA (750 M.) Follow the river Budhi Gandaki towards its point of origin. We pass the village of Morder and Simre to reach Arkhat River. After Arkhat we ascend slowly toward Kyoropani. Camp today near the confluence of Seti River - an ideal place to take a fresh water bath.
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SETI KHOLA/MACHHA KHOLA (890 M.)
The trail descends slowly until you climb again to mountain ridge to Almara. Pass the forest trail to arrive at Riden Gaon. The valley here cuts into another side of the river to enter Budhi Gandaki. At Lambesi, the trail follows down to the sandy riverbed of Budhi Gandaki. Camp tonight at Machha River.
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MACHA KHOLA/JAGAT (1350 M.)
Cross Machha River and head upstream along the river's edge. After crossing Khola besi, there is a hot spring called "Tatopani". The trail follows forested area after this toward Doban. Below Doban, there is a huge rapid at Budhi Gandaki. As the elevation increases, the rapids and the scenery undergoes a complete trasformation. At Jagat, there is a police check-post where your trekking permit will be checked.
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Jagat to Deng (1960 M.)
Ascend a rocky ridge up to Salleri then to Setibas. The trail follows the best and new route to Manaslu via Ngyak. Then the trail goes ahead to Ganesh Himal Base Camp. Later on, the trail reaches to Serson. Now the trail enters a steep uninhabited gorge and descends through grassy slopes dotted with tall Pine trees via Budhi Gandaki. Further on, the tiny village Deng comes after crossing a bamboo forest and Deng Khola.
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Deng to Ghap (2380 M.)
Cross Budhi Gandaki again and climb up, pass a waterfall, cross a stream, and continue to climb ahead to Shringi Khola; cross it and reach Ghap (Tsak
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Ghap to Namrung:
The trail crosses over Budhi Gandaki enters woods then it climbs up to Budhi Gandaki valley. The trek climbs over a big rock, continues up through deep fir and rhododendron forest, and then enters Namrung.
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Namrung to Sama Gompa(3360 M.)
The trail follows to Nupri region; the trail passes Barcham and crosses Hinan Khola and reaches to Sho. The trail then follows to Lho and drops down across Damonan Khola. Ascend again to a plateau at Shya. Crossing a ridge the trail descends onto a rock - strewn moraine and goes onto a ridge over looking pastures and fields of Samagaon. The Sama Gompa is nestled against a wooded moraine at the for end of the valley.
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Rest day at Sama Gaon.
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Day 14:Sama Gompa - Samdo (3780 M.)
Descend to Budhi Gandaki and to Manaslu Base Camp. The Larkya La trail passes several Mani walls and reaches Kermo Kharka. The trail then climbs steeply to find Samdo nestled behind a ridge.
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Larkya Rest House
Go further on to Larkya La. The trail forwards and climbs in and out of the gorge and reaches the only shelter on the route to the pass, Larkya Rest House.
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Larkya Rest House –Larkya La- Bimtang
Start earlier. The trail reaches at the top of the moraine at 4700m. And climbs steeply to the pass at 52130 M. Then the trail descends to Bimtang (" Plain of Sand" in Tibetan Language). This huge valley surrounded by high peaks.
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Bimtang – BagarChhap (1992 M.)
The trek descends to Dudh Khola and reaches Gho crossing Pine and Rhododendron forests. At the foot of the valley, part of Lamjung Peak above the Marsyangdi valley comes into sight. The trail continues to BagarChhap via Tilje and Thonje villages.
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:BagarChhap - Chame (2630 M.)
Today you will negotiate a few steep forested ridges, along with several landslides on route, remember to look up though, as you will receive some sensational views of major Himalayan peaks. Your destination for the night is Chame
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: Chame - Upper Pisang/ Ghyaru (3700 M.)
A narrow steep path through a very dense forest will bring you to the dramatic curved rock face, rising 1000m from the river. As the trail opens up you will be surrounded by Himalayan Peaks all the way to Upper Pisang for over night.
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Upper Pisang - Manang (3500 M.)
Enter the upper Manang region, where the rainfall is much lower. You will notice much contrast with the landscape and vegetation; the cold arid climate creates a much harsher environment. This area is a fascinating mix of barren cliffs and exotic rock formations in contrast to the snow covered Himalayan peaks. You have entered another world; Manang Village is set at 3500m
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:Rest Day, Manang.
The village itself is fascinating; there are also some spectacular side trips not far away. The glacial lake below the icefall is mandatory.
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:Manang - Yak Kharka
Start ascents up to the Throng La Pass. Today is a short walk up to Yak Kharka, a small settlement set at 4090m. Gradual ascent is the key to avoiding altitude problems
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Yak Kharka - Throng Phedi/high Camp
Make your way to the foot of the pass, Throng Phedi(4600). A small although busy settlement catering to the needs of a multitude of trekkers and climbers that use this point as a base camp.
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Throng Phedi/high Camp - Muktinath
Across Throng La pass 5,416m. An early start is important in order to cope with the long day over the pass. Challenging, however very rewarding. Crossing this infamous pass will take you into a world beyond reality. It is truly one of life's magical moments! Descend to Muktinath at 3800m. Which is one of the famous pilgrimages place in Nepal. You'll see good combination between two different religions.
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Muktinath - Jomsom
The country today is quite surreal as you trek along a plateau above the Kali Gandaki, the world's deepest gorge. Similar to Tibet the landscape is wild and barren, at times you will feel completely isolated, it is almost Erie, giving you an out of this world experience. Descend further to a more comfortable elevation and temperature; it is extraordinary how the landscape changes in a days walk. Spend the night at Jomsom where your treks conclude.
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Jomsom - Pokhara by flight connection to Kathmandu & Program Over
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Departure: You could catch up on some last minute shopping, Internate to your friends and family before departure to Airport or onwards to your next destination
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