Rupina La Pass Trek

Trip Facts
Accommodation:	Hotel in Kathmandu, Tea Houses & Camping During Trek
Grade:	Challenging
Max Altitude:	5,106 m/16,752 ft
Transportation:	Private 4 Wheel Drive
Meals:	As Mentioned In The Itinerary
Duration :	22 Days/23 Nights
Group Size :	2 to 15 Pax

Highlights of The Trek

Enjoy Trekking to the Off The Beaten Trail and the Wilderness of Manaslu Region
Manaslu at 8,163 m is the Eight Highest Mountain in the world
Enjoy the beauty of Manaslu Range, Ganesh Himal Range, Himalchuli , Buddha Himal, Ngadi Chuli, Shringi and Other peaks
Trek Into High Passes of Rupina La at 4,720 m and Larkya La at 5,106 m
Rich in Bio Diversity as Manaslu Trek Region ranges from 700 m to 5,106 m.
Experience Hindu and Buddhist Culture in Lower and Middle Region and Tibetan Culture in Sama Goan and Samdo
Optional Hike to Manaslu Base Camp at 4,800 m
Visit Sacred Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa in Kathmandu
Pay Homage to living goddess, Kumari in Kathmandu Durbar Square
Enjoy Nepali Food, Hospitality and Culture

Outline Itinerary

Day 01: Kathmandu Arrival (1,350 m/4,430 ft)

Day 02: Visit Kathmandu Durbar Square, Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa in Kathmandu

Day 03: Drive to Gorkha Bazaar (1,510 m/ 4,955 ft)-143 kms/ 5 Hours

Day 04: Trek to Baluwa(755 m/2,477 ft)-6 Hours

Day 05: Trek to Barpak(1,900 m/6,234 ft)-6 Hours

Day 06: Trek to Gaikharka (3,217 m/10,555 ft)-6 Hours

Day 07: Trek to Bhaisikharka (2,960 m/9,710 ft ft)-6 Hours

Day 08: Trek to Rupina La Base Camp (3,760 m/12,335 ft)-5/6 Hours

Day 09: Cross Rupina La Pass (4,720 m/15,486 ft) and trek to Kharka(6/7 Hours)

Day 10: Trek to Buddha Himal Glacier Camp (3,600 m/11,772 ft)-6 Hours

Day 11: Trek to Nyak (2,390 m/7,840 ft) - 6 Hours

Day 12: Trek to Ghap (2,300 m/7,546 ft)-6 Hours

Day 13: Trek to Lho (3,180 m/10,433 ft) - 6 Hours

Day 14: Trek to Samagoan( 3,525 m/11,565 ft)- 4 Hours

Day 15: Rest Day in Sama Gaon and Visit to Manaslu Base Camp-7/8 Hours

Day 16: Trek to Samdo (3,850m/12,630 ft)-4 Hours

Day 17: Trek to Dharmashala/Larkya Rest House (4,480m/14,698 ft)-4 Hours

Day 18: Trek to Bimthang(3,700m/12,140 ft) crossing Larkya La Pass(5,106m/16,752ft)- 8/

Day 19: Trek to Tilije(2,300m/7,545 ft)-6 Hours

Day 20: Trek to Tal (1,700m/5,575 ft)-6 Hours

Day 21: Trek to Syange (1,080m/3,540 ft)-6 Hours

Day 22: Drive to Kathmandu via Besisahar by 4W Drive (8 hours)

Day 23: Departure from Kathmandu

Overview

Rupina La Pass and Larkya La Pass Trek takes you to the most isolated lower and upper Manaslu Region. Rupina La Pass (4,720 m) which lies in the Lower Manaslu region is not that high but still challenging. This trek takes you to the quiet environment, rich cultural village and still provides you the best views of mountain vistas like Mt. Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Buddha Himal, Peak 29, Himal Chuli and Langtang range. After this pass, we join the trail of Manaslu Circuit and cross Larkya La Pass (5,106 m) and trek down to Marshyangdhi valley.

Barpak (1,900 m) is a large Gurung and Ghale Settlement which was the epicenter and greatly devastated by Great Earthquake of 2015. This trek is a nice opportunity to see the people who are in resilience after the Earthquake.

This trek starts with 5 hours drive to historic town Gorkha from where Nepal Unification by King Prithivi Narayan Shah started. Then we trek along the beautiful villages of Baluwa, Barpak, Ruplina La Base Camp and cross the Pass and join the Manaslu Circuit Trek at Ghap. From Ghap, we trek through the Tibetan villages of Sama Gaon and Samdo and cross Larkya La Pass which gives the stunning views of Mt. Manalsu, Ganesh Himal, Buddha Himal, Himal Chuli, Shringi Himal and many more. After crossing the pass, we end our trek at Syange and drive back to Kathmandu via Besisahar.

The best season for this trek is Autumn and Spring. We camp above Barpak and up to Nyak, the camp before Ghap. After crossing Rupina La Pass, we continue to Larkya La Pass. We have options to join Tsum Valley Trek or directly descend down to Arughat via Philim and Junbesi.

Detail Itinerary

Day 01: Kathmandu Arrival (1,350 m/4,430 ft)

Our office representative will receive you at the airport and takes you to the hotel. In the evening, there will be trek briefing and we take you to Nepali dinner to make you familiarize with Nepali Culture and food habits.

Accomodation: Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu.

Meals: D

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Day 02: Visit Kathmandu Durbar Square, Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa in Kathmandu

After breakfast, we will take you for guided city tour of Kathmandu valley to see few monuments. First, we drive to Kathmandu Durbar Square and pay homage to living Goddess, Kumari and walk around the square. Then we drive to Pashupatinath Temple which is a Hindu Temple for Lord Shiva at the bank of Holy Bagmati River. Then we end our day by visiting Boudhanath Stupa which is the biggest Stupa of Asia. In the evening, you can buy or hire equipment at Thamel if you need.

Accomodation: Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu.

Meals: B

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Day 03: Drive to Gorkha Bazaar (1,510 m/ 4,955 ft)-143 kms/ 5 Hours

We drive to Gorkha which is a historic town from where Nepal Unification by King Prithivi Narayan Shah started. On the way, we can do rafting at Trishuli River for 2/3 hours with picnic lunch. In the late afternoon, we visit Gorkha Museum and Gorkha Palace.

Accomodation: Overnight at Guest House in Gorkha.

Meals: B L D

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Day 04: Trek to Baluwa(755 m/2,477 ft)-6 Hours

We start our first day of trek and trek through rice fields, banana orchards and many small villages. You will experience the life style of hilly reason. During the trail, you will also see the great views of mountains and arrive at Baluwa. Baluwa is a nice village at the bank of Daraudi River.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tented Camp at Baluwa.

Meals: B L D

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Day 05: Trek to Barpak(1,900 m/6,234 ft)-6 Hours

From Baluwa, we begin our trek to the village of Mandre and walk on the steep trail towards dense forest. After we reach a small plateau, we descend down with the view of mountain vistas and arrive at Barpak. Barpak is a mid hilly town with majority of Gurung and Ghale people with their rich culture. From Barpak, we can see the beautiful Buddha Himal.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tent in Barpak.

Meals: B L D

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Day 06: Trek to Gaikharka (3,217 m/10,555 ft)-6 Hours

We wake up with the amazing view of Buddha Himal. We start our trek by ascending through Rhododendron and Oak forest. We get the closer view of the mountains as we ascend. Then our trail gets easier on herders grazing land and we arrive at Gaikharka. Gaikharka literally means grazing meadow for cows.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tent in Gaikharka.

Meals: B L D

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Day 07: Trek to Bhaisikharka (2,960 m/9,710 ft ft)-6 Hours

After we leave Gaikharka, our trail goes Zig Zag on forested trail and still easier than yesterday. These trails are with no human trace so you enjoy the quiet environment. We settle down at big meadow called Bhaisikharka. Bhaisikharka literally means grazing meadow for Buffalos.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tent in Bhaisikharka.

Meals: B L D

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Day 08: Trek to Rupina La Base Camp (3,760 m/12,335 ft)-5/6 Hours

Today, our day goes on a tiny trail with beautiful landscapes. We arrive at Bhedi Kharka for pack lunch and trail further goes and settle down at Rupina la Base Camp.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tent in Rupina La Base Camp.

Meals: B L D

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Day 09: Cross Rupina La Pass (4,720 m/15,486 ft) and trek to Kharka(6/7 Hours)

Today, we begin early in the morning as we are crossing Rupina La Pass. After walking uphill on a steep trail, we arrive at Pass which takes around 4 hours from the Base Camp. From the Rupina La Pass offers the jaw dropping views of Mt. Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Himal Chuli, Buddha Himal, Peak 29, Langtang range and many other peaks. After spending some time at the pass, we descend down on rough steep trail to Kharka.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tent in Kharka.

Meals: B L D

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Day 10: Trek to Buddha Himal Glacier Camp (3,600 m/11,772 ft)-6 Hours

Today, our trail descends to the hill towards the Buddha Himal Glacier. We pass beautiful meadows and a river on the old rustic bridge. After crossing the bridge, we ascend steep through the dense pine forest. After we arrive at the Glacier, we walk on loose pebbles and further climb on the other side of the glacier and descend down through the pine forest and reach our camp at valley floor.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tent in Buddha Himal Glacier Camp.

Meals: B L D

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Day 11: Trek to Nyak (2,390 m/7,840 ft) - 6 Hours

We descend down to the valley passing by open grassy slopes. On the way, we see Ganesh Himal and descend down to the Budhi Gandako Khola. Today, most of our trail is downwards and we pass few small villages.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tent in Nyak.

Meals: B L D

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Day 12: Trek to Ghap (2,300 m/7,546 ft)-6 Hours

From Nyak, today onwards our trail mix at the Manaslu Circuit Trail on the trail which comes from Philim. We continue through bamboo forests on the left side of Deng River. Deng (1800 m) is a Small Gurung Village who practice Buddhism. From Deng, we ascend to the Ghap. Ghap is a Tibetan alike village surrounded by Mani walls, prayers flags and Chortens.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Ghap.

Meals: B L D

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Day 13: Trek to Lho (3,180 m/10,433 ft) - 6 Hours

From Ghap, we make a long climb passing through bamboo and rhododendron forest and crossing river many times. After crossing a river at narrow gorge, the trail become easier and after a final steep climb takes us to the Buddhist village of Namrung. Then we continue journey and climbs up from where we see view of Mt. Manaslu. We continue through dense forest of rhododendron, fir, oak until we get to Lihi village. We walk uphill and past the Sho village and walk on the landside area to reach the small Lho village.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Lho.

Meals: B L D

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Day 14: Trek to Samagoan( 3,525 m/11,565 ft)- 4 Hours

Our trail goes alongside Budi Gandaki River and passes several small monasteries and Chortens. We see the beautiful massis of Manaslu and arrive at Shyala. Then we cross bridge over Numla khola wchih follows from Punggen Glacier. We descend down to the flat valley, cross a school and chortens and heads to the series of houses with front yards and arrive at Sama Goan. From Sama Goan, we see the magnificent views of Manaslu range, Naike Peak, and Larkya Peak.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Samagoan.

Meals: B L D

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Day 15: Rest Day in Sama Gaon and Visit to Manaslu Base Camp-7/8 Hours

Today, we stay extra night at Sama Gaun for rest and acclimatization as we are going higher. This day, we can roam around the beautiful village of Sama Gaon, know their culture and lifestyle. Or we can go upto Manaslu Base Camp (4, 800m) from where we get wonderful view of Mt. Manaslu, Manaslu Glacier, Icefall and other neighbor peaks. There is an Old Pungyen Gompa in a small hill from where you can see glacier.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Sama Goan.

Meals: B L D

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Day 16: Trek to Samdo (3,850m/12,630 ft)-4 Hours

Today we walk to the village of Samdo which is famous for Yaks and pastures. Our trail descends along with the Budi Gandaki River and crosses the suspension bridge. We continue through woodland where we might see marmots in the birch and juniper bushes. Further, it climbs up to the village of Samdo and before entering the village; we pass a point from where Budi Gandaki River starts at the confluence of Larkye Khola and a river coming down from Samdo Glacier. Samdo is a village with Tibetan Refugee Camp.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Samdo.

Meals: B L D

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Day 17: Trek to Dharmashala/Larkya Rest House (4,480m/14,698 ft)-4 Hours

We start our journey down passing by monasteries and make a final cross to a wooden bridge over Budi Gandaki River. After crossing the river, we get to Larkya Bazaar. We continue our journey by ascending to the moraines of Syacha Glacier and to a view point from where we see Larkya Glacier. We see beautiful views of snow capped mountains as we walk through Mani walls and stoned huts until we get to Dharmashala. We rest for the whole afternoon as next day we are crossing Larkya La Pass.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Dharmashala.

Meals: B L D

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Day 18: Trek to Bimthang(3,700m/12,140 ft) crossing Larkya La Pass(5,106m/16,752ft)- 8/

We start early in the morning as this is the most challenging day of our trek to cross Larkya La Pass at 5,106 m. After climbing a valley, we get excellent views of Cho Danda and Larkya Peak. We continue our trek to Larkya la Pass through moraines of the glaciers which takes around 5 hours from Dharmashala. The last section of the pass becomes steeper. From the Larkya la Pass, we get the most rewarding views of Himlung Himal (7,126m), Cheo Himal (6,820 m), Gyaji Kung (7,030 m), Kang Guru (6,981 m) and Annapurna II (7,937 m). We descend down in to pasture and reach the valley of Bimtnang. From Bimthang, we see Manaslu North.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Bimthang.

Meals: B L D

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Day 19: Trek to Tilije(2,300m/7,545 ft)-6 Hours

After breakfast, we trek downhill and cross a high pasture. We continue through forest of bamboo, pine and rhododendron until we get to Hampuk. We then cross bridge over Dudh Khola to a village of Gho. After further descend, we arrive at a large Gurung village of Tilije which is very famous for its Apple Brandy.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Tilije.

Meals: B L D

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Day 20: Trek to Tal (1,700m/5,575 ft)-6 Hours

We continue our trek by climbing a small ridge and in to a village through stone paved way. After crossing Dudh Khola and ascend further up, we get to Thonje Village where we go through police check point. We continue to Dharapani (1920 m) which is a part of Annapurna Circuit Trek. We ended up with our quiet trail of Manaslu and get to the busy Annapurna Circuit trail. From here, the way goes to Manang. After crossing Karte Village, bridge over Marshyangdhi River we reach Tal where river looks like a lake. There is a beautiful waterfall going down to Marshyangdhi River.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Tal.

Meals: B L D

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Day 21: Trek to Syange (1,080m/3,540 ft)-6 Hours

We continue our trek to Chamche village by crossing Marshyangdhi village. We descend through forest and waterfall to get to Jagat. Further we walk downhill to get the Syange Village.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Syange.

Meals: B L D

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Day 22: Drive to Kathmandu via Besisahar by 4W Drive (8 hours)

After early breakfast, we start our drive back to Kathmandu via Besisahar and get into the middle of Kathmandu-Pokhara Highway at Dumre. We then drive in highway which takes around 4 hours to get to Kathmandu. In the evening, we host grand farewell dinner to mark the great success of your Rupina La Pass Trek.

Accomodation: Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.

Meals: B L D

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Day 23: Departure from Kathmandu

After breakfast, our representative will drop you to the airport before 3 hours of your flight time.

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Meals: B

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Cost Info

Cost Includes:

Garland welcome, arrival and departure transfers in Kathmandu with office representative.
3 nights in Kathmandu with breakfast inclusive of taxes and service charges.
19 Nights/20 Days All Inclusive Rupina La Pass and Laryka La Pass Trek with breakfast, lunch and dinner and tea/coffee each time in meals in local tea houses/lodges with 8 nights in Fully Organized Tented Camp.
Meals as indicated in the Itinerary.
English Speaking Trek Guide with a reliable team of porters (2:1 Ratio) and additional Sherpa as per the group size.
Kathmandu full day sightseeing with English Speaking Tour Guide with all applicable entrance fees.
Welcome and Farewell dinners in Kathmandu.
Special Permit for Manaslu Region and Manaslu National Park Fees and Trekkers Information Management System,TIMS Fees.
Annapurna Conservation Area Project, ACAP Permits.
Insurance, accommodation, meals and allowance for trekking crew.
First Aid Kit and Duffel Bag.
Kathmandu/Gorkha and Syange/Besisahar/Kathmandu by Private 4 Wheel Drive.
Bottle Drinking water in vehicle for sightseeing drives and transfers.
All drives, sightseeing and transfers by Deluxe Vehicle as per the group size.
24/7 hours Assistance.

Cost Excludes:

International Airfare to/from Kathmandu.
Nepal Visa fees on Arrival at airport (USD 50/- for 30 Days).
Meals other than breakfast in Kathmandu except welcome and farewell dinners in Kathmandu.
Donation to the Monasteries.
Bottle drinking water, hot beverages, charges for hot shower, mobile/camera charges during the trek.
Personal nature of expenses like tips, bar bills, laundry and personal expenses.
Cost may arise of natural calamities, flight cancellation, illness, hospitalization, tour cancellation, blockade etc.
Cost for Emergency Helicopter Evacuation Charges in case of emergency