The Bara Pokhari trek
also known as Manaslu trek is very scenic trek &
offers superb views from the ridges that lie southwest
of the world's eighth highest peak Manaslu. Few other
trekkers walk these trails, lending the route a pioneering
feel that once drew visitors to the better known regions
of Everest and Annapurna.
From the trailhead at
Phalesangu/ Archalbot Village we climb steadily through
the paddies and terraces of Gurung villages to the Tamang
community of Phurano Dobar, where C.A.N. has helped
the villagers install a clean water system for the whole
area. Typical of the Tamang's strong cultural identity
is the local women's group, who may dance and sing for
us in the evening. Continuing up the ridge, through
forests of rhododendron, we arrive at the Bara Pokhari
lakes, believed by Nepalese witch doctors to be a place
of special power. Above the tree-line, we are treated
to a superb vista of Himalayan peaks stretching from
the Annapurnas in the west across mighty Manaslu to
the Langtang Himal in the east. Our ridge leads to 7540m
Himal Chuli and we will follow it to the height of 4200m.
If you extend the trip two days longer we camp at 4334m
though those who are fit enough have the option to continue
to 4719m.
Winding along the contour line through forests that
open up periodically to give further views, we arrive
at Nam Pokhari from where we drop to the valley floor
weaving among the terraces, farms and rice paddies that
are typical of the middle hill country of Nepal. We
then continue trek via Ghan Pokhara and finally finish
our trek at Begnas Lake.
Fitness & Experience:
The trek is well-paced but with some steep ascents and
descents, the fitter you are the more enjoyable the
experience will be. Previous trekking experience is
not necessary. Average hiking per day in Baraha Pokhari
will be 6-7 hrs.
Itinerary
Day 01 : Drive to Gorkha (1350m)/ Camp
Day 02 : Drive to Archalbot Village (800m)/Camp
Day 03 : Trek to Tilar Village (1100m)
Day 04 : Trek to Buffalo Kharka (2250m)
Day 05 : Trek to at Barapokhari (3200m)
Day 06 : Trek to Mountain goat Kharka (4200m)
Day 07 : Trek to Kharka (2100m)
Day 08 : Trek to Nagdi (915m)
Day 09 : Trek to Nyung (1415m) via Bulbule
Day 10 : Trek to Bhujung (1545m) via Ghan Pokhara
Day 11 : Trek to Pasgam (1350m)
Day 12 : Trek to Lamara (985m)
Day 13 : Trek to Begnas Lake (900) & drive to PKR/Hotel
Day 14 : Drive to Kathmandu/Hotel
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