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Manaslu Budget trekking – 14 days

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What is Budget Trekking? Budget trekking is the best option for travelers who want to experience the Himalayas with a limited budget. For all the trekking enthusiasts in the world, we invite you to visit Nepal and explore this Himalayan region with comfort and a reasonable price. Your essentials for hiking in the Himalayas will […]

Trip Overview

 Highlights of Manaslu Budget Trek:

  • Ascend to the maximum altitude of Manaslu Budget Trek, Larkya La pass at 5213m/17098ft above sea level.
  • Enjoy the glorious and awe-inspiring mountain panoramas like Himlung Himal, Hiunchuli, Ngadi, Cheo Himal, Kanguru, Siringi, Ganesh Himal and Annapurna II 
  • Encounter traditional Gurung and Tamang villages, explore their unique culture, and visit beautiful monasteries and traditionally built stone houses. 
  • Stay in cozy guest houses, also known as Tea houses, along the route, providing comfortable lodging and hot meals. 
  • Indulge in authentic Thakali cuisine like Dhido and Gundruk, Sel Roti, Yak Cheese, Nepalese curd (Yum), Thukpa, and other Nepali delicacies.

Optimal trekking seasons are spring and fall when the weather is stable, offering the best views and comfortable conditions.

What is Budget Trekking?

Budget trekking is the best option for travelers who want to experience the Himalayas with a limited budget. For all the trekking enthusiasts in the world, we invite you to visit Nepal and explore this Himalayan region with comfort and a reasonable price.

Your essentials for hiking in the Himalayas will be covered by our budget packages. To ensure that your walk is comfortable, we supply you with obliging and amusing porters (English speaking) who will carry up to 12kgs of weight. As porters are experienced trekkers, they will also be help you with your needs during the trek. Included in the budget trek cost are additional services like ground transportation to and from the starting and finishing points of the trek, cozy and warm lodges during the trek, and permits required to trek in Nepal’s various trekking regions.

It should be noted that hiring a guide will come at an additional expense, raising the overall cost of the trek. However, if you feel the need, we can also provide excellent guides for you. And lastly, we request our travelers to carry the basic necessities such as trekking gears, warm clothes, hot water bottles, sunglasses, trekking poles etc. with themselves as it will not be provided by the company.

The Manasalu Budget Trek is held in the Manasalu Conservation Area, which is well-known for its breathtaking scenery, varied cultural heritage, and difficult terrain. The start of this journey is in Soti Khola, which is eight hours’ drive from the Kathmandu Valley. Trekkers should expect to spend 13–18 days covering a distance of around 117 kilometers on this journey. The highest point on this walk is 5160 meters above sea level at Larkya La Pass. Trekking trails wind through isolated villages home to many ethnic groups, including Tamangs, Gurungs, and communities inspired by Tibet. These treks offer a glimpse into the distinctive customs, cultures, and historic monasteries of these people.  

This trip encircles Mount Manasalu, the eighth-highest mountain in the world. Trekkers will be treated to breathtaking views of Himlung Himal, Hiunchuli, Ngadi, Cheo Himal, Siringi, Kanguru, Ganesh Himal, and Annapurna II on this journey. Trekkers have access to tea houses and lodges where they may savor traditional Nepali delicacies like dal bhat tarkari, gundruk dhido etc. Among the trekking trails in Nepal, the Manasalu Trek is one of the most difficult and less travelled routes. The ideal seasons for this expedition are thought to be spring and fall.

SHORT ITINERARY

Day 01 :

Drive to Sati Khola by Bus (815m/2673ft)

Day 02 :

Sati Khola to Machha Khola (900m/2952ft). Walking 6 hours

Day 03 :

Machha Khola to Jagat (1250m/4100ft). Walking 6:30 hours

Day 04 :

Jagat to Ngyak. (1950m/6496ft) Walking 6:30 hours

Day 05 :

Ngyak to Ghap (2050m/6724ft). Walking 6 hours

Day 06 :

Ghap to Lho 3148m/10325ft. Walking 6 hours

Day 07 :

Lho to Samagompa (3517m/11535ft). Walking 6:30 hours

Day 08 :

Samagompa to Samdo (3738m/12260ft). Walking 6:30 hours

Day 09 :

Samdo to Dharamashala (4480m/14694ft). Walking 6:30 hours

Day 10 :

Rest and acclimatization at Dharamashala (4480m/14694ft). Short day hiking.

Day 11 :

Dharamashala to Bhimtang (3890m/12760ft) via Larkya La pass (5213m/17098). Walking 7:30 hours

Day 12 :

Bhimtang to Tilje (3010m/9872ft). Walking 6 hours

Day 13 :

Tilje to Chamje( 1625m/5330ft) . O/N at mountain lodge. Walking 6:30 hours

Day 14 :

Drive to Besishar by local transport by Jeep then continue drive to Kathmandu by car. 7:30 hours. Trip ends

DETAILED ITINERARY

Day 01 Drive to Sati Khola by Bus (815m/2673ft)

After breakfast, we take a bus for our trip to Sati Khola. This ride will give you opportunity to admire Nepal’s astounding landscapes. We’re going to have lunch at a local tea shop. After a long drive we finally arrive at Sati Khola where we stay for the night.

Day 02 Sati Khola to Machha Khola (900m/2952ft). Walking 6 hours

Once you pass over several suspension bridges, the trail goes through a dense Sal Forest.  You will finally cross the Budi Gandaki River and arrive at a place named Khursane. Following your route, the trail will ascend and descend as you leave Khursane behind. The road will cross two waterfalls before you reach the village of MachhaKhola.

Day 03 Machha Khola to Jagat (1250m/4100ft). Walking 6:30 hours

 You’ll be traveling through dense trees and narrow paths, so your journey will be a little difficult. After a decent hike, you will reach KhorlaBesi and Tharo Khola. There will also be a couple suspension bridges traversed today. You will arrive to Dobhan after climbing the beautifully constructed staircase. After then, the trail progressively descends toward Tharo Bharyang. Afterwards, you will traverse the western bank of the Budhi Gandaki to enter Jagat.

Day 04 Jagat to Ngyak. (1950m/6496ft) Walking 6:30 hours

Today, you will hike from Jagat to the Ngyak village. Since the hike today will take more than six hours, we will set out early. As you go, you’ll be able to see some amazing mountain views. Savor your evening in a tea house in the Ngyak area.

Day 05 Ngyak to Ghap (2050m/6724ft). Walking 6 hours

Ghap will be the final destination for today. We’ll leave Ngyak early in the morning to begin our journey. Along the journey, one can witness the magnificent Ganesh Himal. The people will welcome you with smile at you as you soak in the warmth and culture of the area. Spend your night at Ghap.

Day 06 Ghap to Lho 3148m/10325ft. Walking 6 hours

 You will be hiking for around six hours and thirty minutes today, from Ghap to Lho. You will be provided with breakfast, lunch, and dinner while staying in a local lodge at Lho. A maximum elevation of 3148 meters (10325 feet) will be reached on this day.

Day 07 Lho to Samagompa (3517m/11535ft). Walking 6:30 hours

On this day, you will proceed with your trek from Lho to Samagompa. The hike should take roughly six hours and thirty minutes to finish. Traveling is much more fun when one stops along the way to laugh a lot with fellow travelers. Laughter has been found to elevate mood. You will be accommodated in a hotel or tea house in Samagompa and served meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The highest point of this day will be 3517 meters (11535 ft).

Day 08 Samagompa to Samdo (3738m/12260ft). Walking 6:30 hours

You will be trekking from Samagompa to Samdo on the eighth day; which should take you roughly six hours and thirty minutes. You will be provided with breakfast, lunch, and dinner while lodging at a hotel or tea house in Samdo. This day’s highest point will be 3738 meters.

Day 09 Samdo to Dharamashala (4480m/14694ft). Walking 6:30 hours

 On the nineth day, you will hike from Samdo to Dharamashala; the total trekking duration should be approximately 6 hours and 30 minutes. You will be accommodated in a hotel or tea house in Dharamashala and served breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The highest point of this day will be 4480 meters (14694 ft).

Day 10 Rest and acclimatization at Dharamashala (4480m/14694ft). Short day hiking.

On the tenth day, you will have a rest and acclimatization day in Dharamashala. To help you adjust to the high altitude, you may even embark on a quick day hike. You will be accommodated in a hotel or tea house in Dharamashala and served breakfast, lunch, and supper. The highest point of this day will be 4480 meters (14694 ft). Take it easy and pay attention to your body as you continue to adjust. If you want to relax and enjoy the amazing surroundings, bring a good book or journal.

Day 11 Dharamashala to Bhimtang (3890m/12760ft) via Larkya La pass (5213m/17098). Walking 7:30 hours

On the eleventh day, you will proceed from Dharamashala to Bhimtang by way of the 5213-meter (17098-foot) Larkya La pass. Larkya La Pass in one of the most fascinating passes of Nepal. The trek should take roughly seven hours and thirty minutes to finish. You will be accommodated in a hotel or tea house in Bhimtang and served meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Day 12 Bhimtang to Tilje (3010m/9872ft). Walking 6 hours

Today, you will hike from Bhimtang to Tilje; the distance should take you approximately 6 hours. You will be accommodated at a hotel or tea house in Tilje, where meals will be provided for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The highest point on this day will be 3010 meters, or 9872 feet.

Day 13 Tilje to Chamje( 1625m/5330ft) . O/N at mountain lodge. Walking 6:30 hours

 From Tilje to Chamje, you’ll begin an amazing hike that should take you around 6 hours. As you trek across the breathtaking environment, you can take some stops to catch your breath and snap photos of the amazing view. You will be able to unwind and recuperate in Chamje in a hotel or tea house where you will be provided with food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner following an exhausting day of hiking. A maximum elevation of 2713 meters (8900 feet) will be reached on this day. Don’t forget to spend some time exploring the charming village of Chamje before calling it a night.

Day 14 Drive to Besishar by local transport by Jeep then continue drive to Kathmandu by car. 7:30 hours. Trip ends

We return to Kathmandu by the same route today via bus. Along the way you’ll get a good rest with amazing view of Nepalese landscapes. Today marks the end of this extraordinary journey, hope you had an amazing time in the Himalayas. See you on your next adventure.

The Manasalu Budget Trek is held in the Manasalu Conservation Area, which is well-known for its breathtaking scenery, varied cultural heritage, and difficult terrain. The start of this journey is in Soti Khola, which is eight hours’ drive from the Kathmandu Valley. Trekkers should expect to spend 13–18 days covering a distance of around 117 kilometers on this journey. The highest point on this walk is 5160 meters above sea level at Larkya La Pass. Trekking trails wind through isolated villages home to many ethnic groups, including Tamangs, Gurungs, and communities inspired by Tibet. These treks offer a glimpse into the distinctive customs, cultures, and historic monasteries of these people.  

This trip encircles Mount Manasalu, the eighth-highest mountain in the world. Trekkers will be treated to breathtaking views of Himlung Himal, Hiunchuli, Ngadi, Cheo Himal, Siringi, Kanguru, Ganesh Himal, and Annapurna II on this journey. Trekkers have access to tea houses and lodges where they may savor traditional Nepali delicacies like dal bhat tarkari, gundruk dhido etc. Among the trekking trails in Nepal, the Manasalu Trek is one of the most difficult and less travelled routes. The ideal seasons for this expedition are thought to be spring and fall.

Price Includes

  • All the ground transportation as per itinerary.
  • Twin sharing comfortable and clean private room in trekking.
  • Trip Map.
  • An experienced, helpful English-speaking trekking guide.
  • Food, drinks, accommodation, insurance, salary, equipment’s, transportation, local tax for Guide.
  • Group medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).
  • Four season sleeping bag and down jackets to use for trekking, if necessary.
  • Duffel/kit bag( Gift from our company).
  • Special permit for Manaslu.
  • All necessary paper works and Conservation entry permits.
  • Travel & Rescue arrangement which will be paid by your insurance company.
  • TIMS (Trekkers' Information Management System).
  • All our government taxes, vat, local tax, tourist service charges.

Price Excludes

  • Meals and drinks in the mountain (costs roughly USD 25 to USD 30 per person per day)
  • Personal equipment.
  • Travel and rescue insurance.
  • Extra personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, laundry, shower, excess baggage charges
  • Tips for trekking staff and driver (Tipping is expected).
  • Any others expenses which are not mentioned on 'Price Includes' section.

Reviews

EXCELLENT rating
Based on 26 reviews
Unique path trekking company has excellent staff on ground to make the trekking experience very enjoyable and memorable. The guide and porters go out of their way to make each and every member of the team feel safe and secured. Mr Babu the founder owner of the company is very responsive and is able to assist every member of the team with their individual needs. I would recommend engaging Unique Path for Himalaya trekking.
Sandeep Dasgupta
Sandeep Dasgupta
2023-09-30
I like trekking with Unique Path, the guides of this company many times made my way comfortable and safe. I traveled with them to Lobuche, Mera, Island and other places solo and in the groups with my friends. Unique Path is a reliable partner and I plan to trek with them again in Langtang region this autumn.
Andrey Oktyabrev
Andrey Oktyabrev
2023-05-29
I have used Unique Path three times and each time the team were all helpful, friendly and informative. Every aspect of our trip to Nepal was taken care of - Pick up at the airport to take us to our hotel. Next day the excitement of getting our trekking details and depending on the trip setting out with our guide and porter. My husband and I prefer to hike on our own, so we did no group options. Our itinerary was always followed exactly. When I go hiking in Nepal this company is my first point of contact. They are a great team and are totally recommended by me and my husband.
Sylvia Schillings
Sylvia Schillings
2023-05-29
Unique Path is a great choice for anyone who wants to explore the Himalayas. My wife and I made several treks with Unique Path to Manaslu, Kangchenjunga, Tilicho Lake, and Mustang. It goes without saying, that the scenery in Nepal is stunning. Lots of opportunity to learn about the culture and religion and traditions of Nepal. The people we met along the way were engaging and wonderful. Unique Path's staff was fantastic throughout all the trips. They were very helpful, friendly and knowledgeable. They arranged everything from transportation to accommodation to food. They also provided all the necessary equipment and guidance and handled all the permit applications. I highly recommend Unique Path trekking to anyone who loves adventure and nature. These were once-in-a-lifetime experiences that I will never forget. I am available as a reference. David
DaveBessie Parsnick
DaveBessie Parsnick
2023-05-22
I have yet to conclude this trip due to the Pandemic but Babu's response and tour guide plan has been exemplary - I cannot wait to make the trip!
Rachel Glaysher
Rachel Glaysher
2023-05-19
Myself and 2 buddies hired Unique Path Trekking to coordinate an EBC trek back in 2014. We couldn't have been more happy with the results...Everything went flawlessly and we had the adventure of a lifetime. Babu and his staff / guides / porters were top-notch and I highly recommend them to anyone who may be reading this.
Marc Ferrari
Marc Ferrari
2023-05-18
As with all treks, there will be unforeseen circumstances and you’re always beholden to nature. So you want a guide and an agency that is not only experienced enough but also sensitive and quick to changes on ground. I am very grateful for the deep experience that our guide, Dambar had. He made us feel safe and constantly had everything under control despite the weather and some early sickness some of us had. Coupled with his sharp wit and deep knowledge, this became such an enjoyable climb that was filled with priceless stories that I can’t wait to tell the kids about. The porters too were a lively bunch that ultimately became friends and we shared lots of fun moments on the mountain together. Babu ensured that our arrivals, arrangements and any administrative hassles were smooth and out of our minds so we could focus on the climb ahead. Thank you Unique Path trekking & expedition. Highly recommended for anyone who wants a great time while knowing you’re in safe hands!
Josiah Ng
Josiah Ng
2023-05-16
We were very fortunate to have Unique Path Trekking for our EBC with 3 Himalaya passes expedition, we were so happy/satisfied with Unique Path trekking. Babu ( owner of Unique Path Trekking) is so kind, knowledgeable and mellow personality so does their staff ( all guides and porters ). We had great time during this expedition in terms of lodging/food. We had large group ( ~ 18 ppl ) and believe or not no one had any single complain of food. Their guides and porters are so knowledgeable, smart, humorous made our entire expedition lots of fun. They take care of us with positive attitudes with smiley face in entire trip. I definitely recommend Unique Path Trekking for any expedition in Himalaya ( we're looking forward to go with them in Annapurna expedition in near future ). You will very glad/happy if you choose Unique Path and Trekking.
Umesh Patel
Umesh Patel
2023-05-16
Babu and his group are exceptional We have done 2 trips organized by Babu We went to Everest base camp and recently to chitwan, Pokara and part of Annapurna cercuit Their guides are very good We will definitely use Babu and his guides again
Guru Motgi
Guru Motgi
2023-05-06
I just returned from a wonderful hike to Everest base camp with helicopter return. I was traveling solo am so grateful to Manager Babu and guide Suresh for looking after me. It is a trip I will remember the rest of my life. We started with a half day tour of Kathmandu and then flew to lukla on the next day to begin the trek. All the arrangements were made ahead of time and the folks unique path team constantly got on the phone to make sure the logistics went smoothly. Suresh kept a moderate pace and a great sense of humor. We made good time throughout the hikes and always got to the lodges on time and in daylight with energy left for the next day. The weather also cooperated this March and we had beautiful sunny skies and gorgeous Mountain View’s throughout the trek. I really could not ask for anything more and would very much recommend unique path
Janice Cheng
Janice Cheng
2023-05-06
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