Manang Valley Trek 19 days
| Type of Venture | Code | Duration | Size | Type of Treks | Elevation | Grade | Price | Best Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trekking | NTL-012 | See In List | Above 2 Person | Tea House | 4000M-4920M |
moderate |
In List | Autumn/Spring |
The Manang valley lies on the eastern higher reaches of the popular Annapurna circuit trek. Due to its remoteness and its close proximity to the Tibet border, the Manangi people have a history of trading mostly yak and salt. Their prosperity as traders is still true of today, having been given special dispensation by King Mahendra to trade throughout south East Asia. A lot of Manangi moved to Kathmandu to avail of this opportunity – those that are left are still reliant on their pastoral traditions, but having opened up to trekkers in the 70s, tourism is now playing a significant part in their lives. The valley is towered over to the west by the stunning Annapurna himal and bordered by numerous others such as Pisang peak, the Chulu range, Gangapurna, Tilicho Peak, Kangaru Peak, Throung peak and more.
The district is comprised of 13 villages divided between lower and upper Manang. It runs along the Marsyangdi River which irrigates the land, enabling them to grow their main crops of buck wheat, millet and potato. During the winter months the higher plateaus resemble barren mountain desert, but during the summer the valley is alive with mountain blooms, creating quite a rare spectacle of flora and fauna. The crop blooms turn the upper valley into a vibrant palate of color.
The trek will bring you up through the steep forested gorges of the lower valley until it opens up into the higher mountain plateau. Here you will be treated to breathtaking panoramic Himalayan views. The valley is culturally rich with beautiful monasteries and shrines scattered throughout the mountains – the renowned Miliripa cave lies only a day’s walk from Manang village. Hidden in the upper reaches of the valley is Tilicho Lake, one of the highest remote lakes in the world, at an altitude of 4,920 meters. The glaciers of Mt. Tilicho fall into its waters, and it is revered by locals as a holy lake. It is undoubtedly one of the true highlights of the Annapurna region.
Three suggested treks in the Manang valley:
Option – 1 MANANG VALLEY TREK
Day 01 Collect from airport – pre trek briefing
Day 02 Kathmandu sightseeing tour
Day 03 Bus to Besisahar and on to Ngadi
Day 04 Trek to Jagat
Day 05 Trek to Dharapani
Day 06 Trek to Chame
Day 07 Trek to Pisang
Day 08 Rest day in Pisang, acclimatization walk up the valley to Annapurna IV
Day 09 Trek to Ngawal
Day 10 Trek to Khangsar
Day 11 Trek to Manang via Gunsang
Day 12 Rest day Manang – explore Gangapurna glacial lake
Day 13 Trek to Dhukure Pokhari
Day 14 Trek to Danakyu
Day 15 Trek to Tal
Day 16 Trek to Bahundanda
Day 17 By jeep to Besisahar and on to Kathmandu
Day 18 Explore Kathmandu
Day 19 Transport to airport
Option -2 EXPLORE THE MANANG VALLEY (INCLUDES TILICHO LAKE)
Day 01 Transfer to hotel in Kathmandu – pre trek briefing
Day 02 Kathmandu sightseeing
Day 03 Bus to Besisahar and on to Ngadi
Day 04 Trek to Jagat
Day 05 Trek to Dharapani
Day 06 Trek to Chame
Day 07 Trek to Pisang
Day 08 Rest day in Pisang with a choice of acclimatization walks exploring the side valleys to Annapurna II or IV
Day 09 Trek to Ghyaru via Pisang peak view point
Day 10 Trek to Braga – explore ancient gompa
Day 11 Side trek to Milarepa cave. Trek to Manang
Day 12 Rest day Manang – explore Gangapurna glacial lake
Day 13 Trek to Tilicho Base Camp
Day 14 Trek to Tilicho Lake – explore lake – Trek to Khansgar
Day 15 Trek to Humde
Day 16 Trek to Dhukure Pokhari
Day 17 Trek to Danakyu
Day 18 Trek to Tal
Day 19 Trek to Bahundanda
Day 20 Jeep to Besisahar on to Kathmandu
Day 21 Explore Kathmandu
Day 22 Airport transfer
Option – 3 BASIC TILICHO LAKE TREK (This trek we can do through Camping Trek)
Day 01 Transport to hotel. Pre trek briefing
Day 02 Kathmandu sightseeing tour
Day 03 Bus to Besisahar on to Ngadi
Day 04 Trek to Jagat
Day 05 Trek to Dharapani
Day 06 Trek to Chame
Day 07 Trek to Pisang
Day 08 Trek to Manang via Ghyaru
Day 09 Rest day in Manang – explore Gangapurna Lake and ancient gompa
Day 10 Trek to Tilicho Lake base camp
Day 11 Trek to Tilicho Lake – explore lake – Trek to Khangsar
Day 12 Trek to Humde
Day 13 Trek to Dhukure Pokhari
Day 14 Trek to Danakyu
Day 15 Trek to Tal
Day 16 Trek to Bahundanda
Day 17 Jeep to Besisahar on to Kathmandu
Day 18 Explore Kathmandu
Day 19 Transfer to Airport
| Trekking Route Name | Day | Group size | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Manang Trekking |
19 – 24 Days | 1-3 | $150 Per person, Per day |
| 4-10 | $145 Per person, Per day | ||
| 11-20 | $140 Per person, Per day |
- Necessary entry/permit fee.
- Accommodation at Kathmandu standard tourist Hotel on BB Basis.
- Trekking/Climbing equipment Tents, Dining tent, Kitchen Tent, Toilet Tent and Mattresses.
- Food: Food for trekking period.
- Necessary guide staff and assistance charge.
- Insurance for all local staffs.
- Necessary domestic flight ticket.
- Necessary Land Transportation.
- Sufficient Tea & coffee during the Trekking.
- First Aid kit.
- Trekking Staff: Experience Guide and staff who have been many these area.
- Trekking food & Transport allowance for trekking assistance.
- Emergency rescue evacuation if required (Seven Star team will give you full services but your insurance most cover it).
- International Air fare.
- Any kind of Alcoholic and Hard soft Drinks.
- Personal equipment for trekking.
- Insurance for travel to Nepal.
- International cargo/Air mail charge.
- Airport taxes.
- Personal accident insurance or Helicopter rescue.
- Any valuable equipment damage.
- Optional – Personal security Guard.
- Optional – Personal Medical doctor.
- Any other additional extra package charge.
- Tipping for your assistance.
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Bookings and Payments
All Booking are made 45 days prior, with at least 30% of payment of the Trekking cost with additional full payment & other government charges. This will constitute acceptance by you of these Terms and Conditions. You need to submit a copy of each passport to our office via email or fax including two photos of passport size for TIMS Card and Trekking Permit Purpose. All payments are required per person as per trip.
