Lower Manaslu villages trekking holiday - Nepal

This trekking holiday in the Lower Manaslu region provides an authentic insight into the lives of rural Nepalese villagers. Your journey begins in the historic town of Gorkha, home to the former palace of the Shah Kings. You will continue alongside the Daraundi Khola river where you will pass through many agricultural villages with terracing, livestock and haybales. After 2 days of moderate trekking you will take a strenuous walk uphill into the mountainous villages of Barpak 1950m, Larpak 2200m and Singla 2300m. These unspoilt villages are inhabited by many of the original Gurkha military families still surviving off the land and wearing traditional costume and jewellery. On a clear day you will also enjoy the views of Baudha Himal 6672m, Ganesh Himal 7111m and Manaslu 8163m. On your descent down to Arughat 500m you will follow the Budhi Gandaki river passing by many original stone houses. This route is certainly on of the more remote treks in Nepal making it an unforgettable experience.

No of nights: 12
No of guided days trekking: 8
Daily ascents and descents: Up to 1250m ascent and 1400m descent
Daily trekking distances: Up to 17km
Level of trekking: Moderate - strenuous
Highest elevation: 2800m
Accommodation: Camping for groups of 7 - 12, very basic lodges for groups smaller than 6
Food: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Style of holiday: Moving daily from accommodation
Transport: Transfers from Kathmandu to Gorka and from Arughat and airport transfers
Sightseeing: Sherpa villages, Kathmandu.
Special interests: 8000m peaks, rural villages, agriculture,
traditional costume, Nepalese culture
What is not included: Flights, visa, insurance
Variations to itinerary: Extra day spent in Singla visiting
community projects and extra sightseeing in Kathmandu
Best time of year for this trek: October, November and March, April, May