Lower Manaslu Trek

                                      Lower manaslu trek

 The trek into the lower Manaslu area and the Dharche Danda ridge is a combination of the two treks above with a variant via the Dharche Danda ridge’s forested hillside and panoramic viewpoint. The trek requires at least ten days and a couple of extra days would be highly worthwhile. A week is plenty if you are just doing the Dharche Danda trek separately, starting and finishing in Gorkha (a trek Bob did back in !980). Camping is still the most popular option, although the lower villages are quickly developing homestays.The traditional route taken by trekkers on the lower Manaslu route begins in Manakamana, reached by road from Kathmandu followed by 10mins in the cable car. Time spent watching the temple throngs is a joy before the real business begins. From here the route follows the ridges to pipalchhap and Baskot for a gentle introduction.