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Duration: 22
Difficulty: Moderate
Group:Min. 2 – Max. 12
Activity: Hiking and Trekking
Pickup: TIA Airport
Max altitude: 4130m

Rupina La Manaslu Trek

Rupila La Pass Trek is mostly famous for observing Tibetan culture and crystal mountain views. During the Rupila La Pass Trek, you can indulge in wonderful scenery, lush valleys, green forests, rivers, waterfalls, traditional villages, terraced farming, amazing landscapes, wild animals and birds and many more jaw-dropping scenes.

You have the spectacular views of Mt. Manaslu (8,163 m), Himal Chuli (7,893 m), Buddha Himal (6,672 m), Rupila La Pass (4,520 m) and Larkhy La Pass (5,100 m). At Mu Gompa and Rachen Gompa, you feel blessed being invited and welcomed at the evening prayers.

The Rupila La Pass Trek is one of the longest and most exhilarating adventures for trekkers and nature lovers since it was opened in 1991. Be ready to trek in such an isolated region being away from chaos, passing through the wilderness, and enjoying local cultures. Further, you can explore undiscovered pristine ecology; walk on the trodden trails, sub and biological diversity. You pass through traditional villages, witness ancient culture, find an almost medieval lifestyle and capture stunning mountain ranges.

What a life-changing experience!

Rupila La Pass Trek starts with a scenic drive from Kathmandu to Baluwa. Then, you trek passing through the traditional settlements, terraced farmland, pastures dense rhododendron/alpine woodlands, glacial rivers, frozen lakes, deep gorges and narrow ridges. During your trek, and you pass Rupila La Pass to Larkhya La Pass. Gompas, prayer wheels, Mani walls, stone inscriptions with Buddhists mantras and local woodcrafts attract, energize and entertain to accomplish your adventurous trek to the Manaslu region. Mu Gompa, and Gumba Lungdang.

Let’s Go Hiking promises high-quality services at an affordable price. We welcome you heartily, offer genuine hospitality, accommodation, take care of health and safety, provide necessary trekking facilities and support you fully to accomplish your Rupila La Pass Trek. Remember, you are with a genuine trekking company, professional and experienced guides and strong high-altitude dwelling porters.

Highlights ofRupina La Manaslu Trek

  • Observe the lifestyle and culture of Tsumbas of Tibetan origin
  • Famous for Himalayan Tahrs, blue sheep and snow leopard
  • Trek to Manaslu Conservation Area encircling Mt. Manaslu (8,163 m), the eighth highest summit in the world
  • Uniquely different experience than the Everest and Annapurna regions
  • Meet Himalayan people and their lifestyle, enjoy Tibetan culture, observe Buddhist monasteries, architecture and traditions
  • Comparatively easier, safer, economical (time & money) than Everest Base Camp Trip
  • Average physical fitness trekkers can easily accomplish
  • Indulge with 3600 dazzling close views of Manaslu massifs
  • Be with charming local people (mostly Thakalis, Gurungs & Magars), their settlements and culture, fertile farmland and traditional farming.
  • Well-experienced licensed guides, strong porters and supportive crew members
  • Physically less challenging journey, and heavenly natural pleasure – Collect lifetime experiences
  • One of the most satisfying treks among all destinations in Nepal

Itinerary

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After you land at the Tribhuvan International Airport, our representative will welcome you and drive to our luxury hotel/guesthouse and assist you to check-in. So, look for someone holding a placard with your name or our company’s name – Let’s Go Hiking – waiting for you.

On this day, you simply take a rest at Hotel/Guesthouse overnight and restore your energy to accomplish your upcoming adventurous trip.

In the evening, our company arranges a short introduction meeting. You will meet your guide, and our trekking expert will provide you with all the detailed information about the trek.

After breakfast, you start sightseeing tours to the world heritage sites of Kathmandu valley. You visit Pashupatinath Temple (the holiest Hindu Temple on the bank of the sacred Bagmati River), Boudhanath Stupa (the biggest Buddhist Stupa architecture in the world), Patan Durbar Square. You also go to Swayambhunath Stupa – the 2000 years old legendary stupa on the hilltop also nick-named as monkey temple. Finally, we come to Kathmandu Durbar Square; observe Kumari Temple (living goddess temple), Nautale Durbar, the Kaal Bhairav, the Swet Bhairav, the freak streets and more.

Your tour ends today. You have dinner and take a rest restoring energy for the upcoming adventure.

Taking early morning breakfast, we drive from Kathmandu to Baluwa. We drive through the tropical and sub-tropical landscapes along the Trishuli River – a famous river for rafting. Before 15 km reaching Gorkha Bazaar (the headquarters of Gorkha district), we turn towards Baluwa driving on the rough and bumpy road. Enjoying various landscapes on the way, we reach Baluwa and spend overnight here.

Today, our trek follows down to the Daraudi River and walks across the paddy field. Then, we continue to climb up. As we climb higher, we have a beautiful view of the river valley and Buddha Himal (6672 m) in the distance. The trail ascends across a parched terraced farming area. We continue to climb steeply toward Barpak – the main settlement in this area and the epicenter of 2015 devastated 7.8 rector scale earthquake.

We spend the night here, and you can explore culture, lifestyle and local landscapes in the evening.

We take early breakfast enjoying the spectacular view of Buddha Himal in the morning. Then, we head towards Gaikharka (cow pasture passing through rhododendron and oak woodland. As we climb higher, the mountains come close with magnificent views. Finally, we reach Gaikharka.

Overnight, we stay here.

Today, we follow the zigzag trails in the dense forest. You feel relatively easier than the previous day. In the end, we reach Bhaisi Kharka (buffalo pasture) and take shelter overnight.

Today’s trekking begins after early breakfast. We ascend a steady narrow path and reach Bhedi Kharka and have lunch here. Then, we continue our trek and reach Rupina La Phedi after a three-hour climb.

Today, we start our trek on a difficult terrain toward Rupina La Pass after an early breakfast. After climbing up four hours, we reach Rupila La Pass.

Then, we go down the other side of the Rupila La Pass base Camp to shelter at a herder’s house.

Today, we go to Jarang crossing two glaciers and a somewhat flat tail to another magnificent campground with the best view of the Himalayas

 

Today, we trek one of the longest routes. Our path zigzags up the hill to Lunch, then descends a steep slope to our final destination of Nyak.

 

This is another long trek day. We continue walking down an easy route from Nyak till the Philim path comes. We trek through bamboo trees on the left bank of the river to Deng (1800m), a Buddhist village settled by Gurungs. After passing mani wall, we reach a nice lodge. Cross the east bank just above Deng and ascend to Rana (1980m), then continue upward to Bihi Phedi camp (2130m; Bihi).

After early breakfast, our trails descend which takes us from Bihi – a stone-carved village to Namrung. We continue our trek following the Budhi Gandaki route. Passing through enchanting fir and rhododendron forest, we reach Ghap and then climb Tum Khola. We cross a bridge over Budhi Gandaki River and reach Namrung.

Trekking further, the next village Sho welcomes us offering a more spectacular view of Mt. Manaslu (8,163 m), Manaslu North (7,157 m) and Naike Peak (5,515 m). After a short walk from Sho village, we reach Lho Gaun with the busy Ribum Gompa.

Overnight, we stay at Lho.

Today, we leave Lho village for Sama Gaun (village). Passing Lho village, we walk through the forest along the little river and climb the steady trail. Then we reach Shyaula – an exciting plateau of the high mountains. You feel greeted with beautiful chortens and magnificent mountain sights.

We continue our trek; follow the trail through dense forest witnessing the stunning waterfall in hilly terrain. Going ahead, the valley opens wider leading to a bigger village of Samagaun.

Overnight, we stay here

Today, we rest and explore the wonderful village of Samagaon. You would feel blessed after seeing innocent smiling faces of children and kind people accompanied with enchanting natural beauty. Further, you can explore big chortens, colorful flags, prayer wheels, piled mani stones with holy inscriptions. Also, you find amazing woodcraft and women wearing traditional jewellery. Further, you go to Pungyen monastery and feel blessed with its sanity and holiness in the Himalayas.

Touching cool air, you can capture panoramic views of the mountains. And, you also can have a short hike to Birendra Tal – a freshwater lake with its turquoise color makes your hike mesmerizing and valuable. Also, we trek up to Manaslu Base Camp and capture the most scenic moments.

Samagaon is a perfect example of authentic religious and cultural traditions and natural views in the Himalayan region of Nepal. Tonight, we stay here.

On this day, we head towards Samdo following the north side trail of Sama village with drier vegetation and a cold climate.  We pass a large pasture land Khemu Kharka with long Mani walls and scrubby forest. Continuing our trek, we reach Samdo – the last village before Larkya La. At Samdo, you see a chorten, farmland, green pastures/fields, a white entrance and Buddhist-stone houses.

During summer, Samdo is the trade spot for Tibet and Samdo village to exchange woolen craft and other materials. Overnight, we stay here.

Leaving Samdo, you stroll through the northern trail of the village. Further, taking the westward trail, you pass through the dense juniper and rhododendron woodland. Then, you head towards Larkhya Phedi. On the way, you might encounter Blue Sheep. While climbing up to Larkhya Phedi, enjoy the panoramic view of the Syacha Glaciers originated from the Larkhya Himal.

Overnight, we stay at Dharmasala.

We start our trek early in the morning. After ascending for some time, we reach Larkhya La Pass – it’s a proven challenge. We continue our journey following the frozen lake’s moraine and stepping on snow. It’s tiresome but fun when we conquer. You will find Himlung Himal (7126m), Cheo Himal (6820m), Gyaji Kung (7030m) and Annapurna II (7937m) mirroring majestically in front of you.

Then, we descend through slippery trails which leads us to Taubuche. Walking further, we reach Bhimthang – a wider valley. We stay here overnight.

From Bhimthang, we catch the trail to glacier stream, cross a wooden bridge and walk up to the valley of Burdin Khola. From the ridge, enjoy the outstanding views of Manaslu and Annapurna II.

Again, we drop down to Dudh Khola, then to Karche – the highest cultivated land in this valley. Further, passing through farming fields, rhododendron and oak forest, we reach warmer apple campsite Tilje.

 

From Tilje, we ascend to the ridge of the village. Leaving the village, we cross the suspension bridge over Dudh Khola and walk along the bank of the river. After that, we cross a suspension bridge over the Marshyandi river and reunite with the Annapurna Circuit trail at Dharapani.

Then, we follow down the trails to Marsyandi River enjoying the scenic views of waterfalls and greeneries. Finally, we reach Chyamje – a small Tibetan village.

The trail follows a jeep track through the narrow Marshyandi valley and on to Jagat, where it continues to a spectacular waterfall high above the river’s south bank. Cross the bridal and walk through rice fields, little streams, and a hard ascent up a typical Bahundanda settlement. The vista of the green Marshyandi deep valley is breathtaking, and the route descends to the river to Ngadi Bazar.

Early morning, from Ngadi Bazaar to Bulbule to Besisahar, we drive you via the temporary dusty rural roads. When we reach Besisahar, the road becomes smooth to Kathmandu.

On the way, you enjoy the scenic pastoral landscapes, terrace farming, and rows of settlements on both sides of the road. We guarantee that you will be so happy to see distant mountains, close giant hills, rural villages, fast-flowing rivers (Marsyangdi, Narayani and Trishuli).

After 7-8 hours of a comfortable journey, we reach Kathmandu and transfer you to the hotel. You can take a rest or explore the streets and markets in Kathmandu. Even you can enjoy various cuisines at different restaurants in Thamel – the No. 1 tourist city in Nepal.

We offer you a delicate breakfast and transfer to the Tribhuvan International airport via our private transportation. We bid a happy ‘Goodbye’ to you and wish safe flight.

What's included

  • Airport transfers–pick up and drop
  • All ground transportation
  • Your accommodation in a 3-star category hotel in Kathmandu with a breakfast plan
  • Your accommodation in the best guesthouses available (on twin sharing basis) during the trek with breakfast, lunch, and dinner throughout the trekking journey
  • All paper works
  • National park and heritage sites entry tickets
  • Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) and trekking permits
  • One highly experienced, helpful and friendly guide. Porters (1 porter for 2 people) and their food, accommodation, salary and equipment. Accident insurance for all staff
  • All the costs of guide and porter, including accidental insurance
  • Duffel bag, sleeping bags (to be returned to us after the trek)
  • Let’s Go Hiking T-shirts, route map, and a travel completion certificate
  • All applicable government taxes and service charges.
  • First aid kit

What’s Excluded

  • Meals not specified in the 'Meal Inclusions' in the itinerary'
  • International airfare
  • Visa costs
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal refreshment items like cold drinks, snacks, etc.
  • Personal utility items like laundry, telephone expenses electricity charges, etc.
  • Personal trekking gears.
  • Tips for guides and porters

Useful Info

Best Season for the Everest Base Camp Trekking:

The best seasons for doing Everest Base Camp Trekking are from September to November (Autumn) and from March to May (Spring). These months are known for sunny and warm weather and stable and outstanding mountain views. The summer months from June to August are also beautiful, but the trek can be affected by the monsoon rains. Winter season : December to February, can be a great period for trekking to Everest Base Camp with good preparations for cold and weather.

Best Season for the Everest Base Camp Trekking:

The best seasons for doing Everest Base Camp Trekking are from September to November (Autumn) and from March to May (Spring). These months are known for sunny and warm weather and stable and outstanding mountain views. The summer months from June to August are also beautiful, but the trek can be affected by the monsoon rains. Winter season : December to February, can be a great period for trekking to Everest Base Camp with good preparations for cold and weather.

Best Season for the Everest Base Camp Trekking:

The best seasons for doing Everest Base Camp Trekking are from September to November (Autumn) and from March to May (Spring). These months are known for sunny and warm weather and stable and outstanding mountain views. The summer months from June to August are also beautiful, but the trek can be affected by the monsoon rains. Winter season : December to February, can be a great period for trekking to Everest Base Camp with good preparations for cold and weather.

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