Fundraising Trek - 2024

Trekking Route: Manaslu Circuit over Larkya Pass, Nepal.

Trip Length: 18 days in Nepal (14 days of trekking).

Dates: November 9th - 26th 2024.

Availability: Spots available.

Cost: £1900 GBP per person.

How it works:

25% of the trek cost is the fundraising part that goes directly to the upcoming projects. This 25% (£475) is the minimum contribution required to come on the trek and is included in the total trek cost of £1900. Any additional contributions beyond this are always welcome. If you have the time we encourage you to do some personal fundraising for this 25% (£475) and see if you can raise a bit more on top of the minimum.

The Trek:

This trek will be led by local trekking guide Lalit K Parajuli, through his trekking company: Himalayan Dynamic Adventure Ltd. All money raised will go directly to funding the upcoming Project LAMA projects.

We will be staying and eating at the local trekking lodges (teahouses) for the duration of the trek. These are comfortably rustic with shared bedrooms, beds with mattresses, and a communal dining room to relax in.

After some sightseeing in Kathmandu, we will drive to Maccha Khola and start our trek to the school in Ghap village, taking an off-the-beaten-track detour along the way to visit a hidden monastery high up in the mountains.

After spending a day with the students at the school we will continue up the valley where we will get spectacular mountain views of Mount Manaslu and the surrounding peaks. After some acclimatization, we will head up and over Larkya Pass (5160m) and continue towards the Annapurna Circuit where we will get a jeep back to Kathmandu.

  • Accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast included (shared room). A private room can be booked for an additional charge.

    Accommodation in teahouses and all meals while on the trek.

    Experienced Nepali trekking guides.

    A porter to carry your gear (1 porter per 2 trekkers).

    All necessary trekking permits and insurance for Nepali trekking staff.

    Transportation between Kathmandu and the trekking route.

  • Flights between your home and Kathmandu.

    Nepal Tourist Visa ($50 USD for 30 days).

    Travel Insurance with mountain rescue / helicopter evacuation coverage for trekking (this is mandatory).

    Meals in Kathmandu.

    Luxury expenses at the teahouses (shower, laundry, wifi, alcoholic drinks, etc.)

    Tips for guides and porters.

  • *Itinerary is subject to change due to weather, acclimatization issues, etc. We recommend trip interruption/cancellation insurance and a flexible flight ticket home.

    Day 1 (Nov 9th): Arrive in Kathmandu

    Day 2: Get trekking permits, sightseeing in Kathmandu

    Day 3: Drive 8 hours to Machha Khola (900m)

    Day 4: Trek 6-7 hours to Jagat (1410m)

    Day 5: Trek 7 hours to Deng (1870m)

    Day 6: Trek 3 hours to Bihi (2150m), rest in the afternoon.

    Day 7: Trek 6-7 hours to Serang Monastery (3050m)

    Day 8: Trek 8-9 hours to Ghap (2130m)

    Day 9: School program in Ghap. Meet the teachers and students.

    Day 10: Morning at the school in Ghap. After lunch trek 4 hours to Namrung (2630m)

    Day 11: Trek 6-7 hours to Shyala (3500m)

    Day 12: Trek 3 hours to Samagaon (3520m). Option to hike up to Purung Monastery or Birendra Lake in the afternoon.

    Day 13: Trek 4 hours to Samdo (3875m).

    Day 14: Trek 4 hours to Dharamsala (4460m).

    Day 15: Cross Larkya Pass (5160m) to Bimtang (3700m). 9-10 hours of trekking today

    Day 16: Trek 6 hours to Gowa (2515m).

    Day 17: Trek 2-3 hours to Dharapani. Drive back to Kathmandu.

    Day 18 (Nov 26th): Trip over. Fly home or stay in Nepal and do your own thing.

  • You must be fit enough to trek all day for multiple consecutive days carrying a light day pack.

    You must be willing to take on the challenge of trekking at high altitude. (the views are worth it!)

    You must have travel insurance with mountain rescue coverage including helicopter evacuation for elevations up to 5200m.

How to sign up:

A £600 GBP deposit is required to secure your place on the trek.

Please take a read through the booking policies before paying your deposit.

We will send you a detailed trip info package, including gear list, when you sign up.

Contact us at the link below to sign up for this trek.