 Opened
in 1992, A trek to the base of Mt. Manaslu
offers a combination of rich cultural heritage,
unsurpassed beauty and a great diversity
of flora/fauna. Beginning our trek at Gorkha,
home of the celebrated Gorkha soldiers,
we visit the ancient palace of King Prithivi
Narayan Shah before commencing our trek....soon
all traces of modern civilisation fade
as we travel through villages where
the harmonious agricultural life has remained
unchanged for hundreds of years.
The
trek begins to get more serious, with the
start of the ascent of the Gandaki
River Valley, fed by innumerable rivers
and waterfalls, where trekkers often enjoy
a swim in refreshing river pools.
 In Samagoan (3450 m.), we
visit the glacial green lake of Birendra,
before crossing into mystic Sado, just
15 km. from the Tibetan border. Here Tibetan
monks inhabit sacred monasteries. More
monasteries await in Larkya Bazzar, along
with this trek's biggest challenge-- crossing
the Larkya la 5135m between snow covered
peaks which reach over 6500 m.
From the top of the pass
we descend through alpine forests alive
with flowers, ferns, bamboo, pine, waterfalls
and aqua-blue green lakes which are laced
with cotton-white beaches.
This 3 week excursion should
leave you somewhat fitter with a sense
of peace and respect both the people of
region and the majesty of the Nepal Himalaya. |
