Overview

Trip introduction

Rupina La Plus Larke Trek offers a wonderful opportunity to explore off the beaten paths of the Manaslu trekking region. We cross two passes: Rupina La and Larkya La Pass during our exciting adventurous journey. Surrounded by high hills, this trekking gives us the pleasure of authentic Nepali trekking experience; at unspoiled naturally as well as culturally affluent sites. We will be trekking all the way through forested lands, with panoramic views of snow-capped mountains. Especially we get excellent views of Manaslu Himalayan range.

We begin our Rupina la trek as we drive from Kathmandu to Ghampesal. Which will take us to the historical site of the Gorkha district. While trekking along the trails, we discover plenty of cultural exploring opportunities of diversified local indigenous communities. Further, we pass through beautiful forests with equally diversified landscapes and magical views of snow-capped mountains. Then making our way through striking waterfalls, valleys, ridges and crossing the Rupina la pass, and entering Tibetan-influenced villages of Nyak, Ghap, and Lho. Trekking in a similar manner, we also cross another high pass called Larkya La pass and descend towards Tilije to Besisahar for a couple of days and drive back towards the capital city of Kathmandu.

Rupina La Plus Larke Trek is a challenging off-the-beaten-path trek that can be joined at any time of the year. Regarding the fitness level and previous experience, you must be at a good fitness level with passion towards exploring a new place and you can join this trip with Nepal Mountain Trekkers even if you don’t have previous trekking in Nepal experience.

Overview

Detail Itinerary

Day 1 : Arrival in Kathmandu.:

Day 2 : Sightseeing in Kathmandu valley and Trek Preparation:

Day 3 : Drive from Kathmandu to Ghampesal (1110m/4954 ft).:

Day 4 : Gorkha to Nibel (700m/2296ft)::

Day 5 : Nibel to Chanaute (650m/2132 ft)::

Day 6 : Chanaute to Mandre Khola (1200m/3937 ft)::

Day 7 : Mandre Khola to Barpak (1900m/6233 ft)::

Day 8 : Barpak to Panga Chhahara (2110m/6922 ft)::

Day 9 : Panga Chhahara to Bhendi Goth (2600m/8530 ft)::

Day 10 : Bhendi to Rusi Camp (3100m/10170 ft)::

Day 11 : Rusi Camp to Rupina La Phedi (base camp-1200m/3937 ft)::

Day 12 : Rupina La Phedi to Jarang (3400m/11154 ft) after crossing Rupina La pass (4643m/15232 ft):

Day 13 : Rupina La Pass to Nyak (2350m/7709 ft)::

Day 14 : Nyak to Ghap (2380m/7808 ft)::

Day 15 : Ghap to Namrung (2550m/8366 ft)::

Day 16 : Namrung to Lho (3180m/10433 ft)::

Day 17 : Lho to Sama Gaon (Gompa-3350m/10990 ft)::

Day 18 : Rest days at Sama Gaon for acclimatization (exploring Birendra Lake, monasteries):

Day 19 : Sama Gaon to Samdo (3780m/12401 ft)::

Day 20 : Samdo to Larkya La Phedi (Bazaar-4390m/14402 ft)::

Day 21 : Larkya La Phedi to Bhimtang (3630m/11909 ft) after crossing Larkya La pass-(5213m/17103 ft):

Day 22 : Larkya La Pass to Tilje (2250m/7381 ft)::

Day 23 : Tilje to Chyamje (1400m/4593 ft)::

Day 24 : Chyamje to Bahundanda (1310m/4297 ft)::

Day 25 : Bahundanda to Bensisahar (790m/2591 ft)::

Day 26 : Drive from Bensisahar to Kathmandu:

Day 27 : Final Departure:

Price Includes

• All airport and hotel transfers by Private Vehicle.
• 3-night Hotel in Kathmandu(Hotel Green Horizon or similar standard)
• All accommodation during the trek in the best hotels/tea-houses in the area (differing according to the price you wish to spend)
  • Sanitation: The accommodation we provide will be neat and clean with warm-hospitality and quality services.
  • Single/Twin-sharing Accommodation (as per budget): Your group won’t have to share your accommodation with anyone else so your privacy is protected.

• All foods during the trek: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner; any items on the menu as much as you wish to consume.
  • We provide hygienic and safe meals to re-energize you.
  • We request you not to waste your meals for it is difficult to transport food in the rural area.
  • You are not allowed to share your meals with anyone else from another group.

• Domestic flights and all required land transportation
• An experienced and professional English-speaking trekking guide, assistant trekking guide (4 trekkers: 1 assistant guide), and Sherpa porters to carry luggage (2 trekkers:1 porters) including their salary, insurance, equipment, food, and camp
• Four seasonal sleeping bags, down jacket, Nepal Mountain Trekkers duffer bag, t-shirt, and trekking map (Note: down jacket and sleeping bag are to be returned after trip completion)
• Trekking permits: Manaslu Conservation Area fees, Manasalu Special Permit (seven days only), Annapurna Conservation Permit, and TIMS card
• A comprehensive medical kit
• 13% Vat and 10% service charge
• Farewell dinner

Price Excludes

• Nepal Entry Visa fee (Visa Information)
• International airfare and excess baggage charges
• Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return from mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
• Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu (and also in the case of early return from mountain than the scheduled itinerary)
• Travel and rescue insurance
• Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc)
• Tips for guides and porters

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