Larkya Peak Climbing

Larkya Peak (6416m) or call Larke is inside Manaslu conservation area which is less common to western tourists. Larkya Peak (6,416m) lies on the ridge north of Manaslu North and is visible from the northeast along the classic Manaslu Circuit trek. Larkya (Larke) peak is a bit tricky, but is not so difficult to climb technically. Along the route there are settlements offering the opportunity to discover the sites and natives with different culture, ancient monasteries, prayer flags and wheels dotted along are always a familiar sight throughout the trek. The route to the majestic Larkya peak leads through Gorkha in the northwest.

The seasonable road goes to Aarukhat- Aarkhet continues to Sotikhola. Trekking path goes through the Jagat – Ghap – Lho – Samagau – Samdo. There are tea houses / Guest houses until Dharmasala. You need to sleep and eat at least two nights in Base camp by tented camp. Many climbers start climbing from Base camp, however you can make camp in High camp. Top of Larke peak inspiring view of Kang Guru (6981m), Annapurna II (7937 m), Himlung Himal (7126m) is at its best.

To climb the Larkya, from the south, many climbers ascending Manaslu’s normal route have a clear view of Larkya (Larke) Peak’s impressive granite southeast face. However, the approach to the southeast face is long and difficult.

Asian hiking Team organizes Larkya peak climbing starting trekking from Aarkhet or Sotikhola to Larke Phedi or call Dharamsala and heading to High camp and summit to Larkya Peak. After summit Larke peak, either trekking crossing of Larke pass continues to Dharapani or returning trekking in the same way to Arughat. Asian Hiking Team mention the itinerary crossing the Larke Pass end trek in Tal or Besisahar then drive to Kathmandu.