Elevation:
6416m
Location:
Manalsu Region (North from Kathmandu)
Climbing Season:
Spring and Autumn is the best (fair weather in Himal)
Expd. Duration:
20 days (typically)
Climbing duration:
3–4 days (typically)
Group Size:
02–15 persons per Group
Larke Peak (6249m) is inside Manaslu conservation area which is less common to western tourists. Larke Peak (6,416m) lies on the ridge north of Manaslu North and is visible from the northeast along the classic Manaslu Circuit trek. 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 Larke 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 Larke, from the south, many climbers ascending Manaslu’s normal route have a clear view of 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.
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu, transfer to hotel, overnight at Hotel (B).
Day 02: Sightseeing in Kathmandu and preparation day for climbing permits and equipment, overnight at hotel (BB).
Day 03: Kathmandu to Arughat Bazar continues to Soti Khola – Machhekhola by bus 9-12 hours, overnight at Lodge (B/L/D).
Trekking Start
Day 04: Machhekhola Trek to Jagat (1300m, 6h), overnight at Lodge (B/L/D).
Day 05: Jagat trek to Nyak Besi (1900m, 6h), overnight at Lodge (B/L/D).
Day 06: Nyak Besi trek to Ghap (2400m, 5h), overnight at Lodge (B/L/D).
Day 07: Ghap trek to Sho (2700m, 5h), overnight at Lodge (B/L/D).
Day 08: Sho trek to Samagaun (3400m, 5h), overnight at Lodge (B/L/D).
Day 09: Acclimatization day in Samgau, explore around the valley and safe energy, overnight at Lodge (B/L/D).
Day 10: Samagaun trek to Samdo (3800m, 4h), overnight at Lodge (B/L/D).
Day 11: Samdo trek to Larke Glacier (Dharamshala 4400m, 4h), overnight at tea house (B/L/D).
Climbing Start
Day 12: Dharamsala to Larky Base Camp 5,135 m, 4-5 hours, overnight tented camping (B/L/D).
Day 13: Base Camp to High Camp 5,650m, 2–3 hours, overnight at Camping (B/L/D).
Day 14: Summit day for Larky Peak, return to Base camp 10–15 hours, Overnight tented camping (B/L/D).
Day 15: Spare Day for climbing, if in case of weather or sickness or any cases (B/L/D).
Climbing End
Day 16: Larke Glacier/Larkye base camp to Bhimtang (3800m, 8h), overnight at Lodge (B/L/D).
Day 17: Bhimtang to Tilije (2300m, 7h), overnight at Lodge (B/L/D).
Day 18: Tilije to Tal (1300m, 7h), overnight at Lodge (B/L/D).
Ending trekking
Day 19: Tal to Besisahar by Jeep 3-4 hours and drive to Kathmandu 4-5 hours or Pokhara 3-4 hours drive by tourist bus, transfer to hotel (B/L).
Day 20: Departure to Airport as your own schedule (B).
The cost is depending on group size, affected due to the requirement of number of guides and porters, requisite of Hotel in Kathmandu, method of land/air transport. The itinerary is changeable and modifiable as per needs and time frame of trekkers. Cost will be re calculated if the itinerary is changed or modified. Additional activities may be added as per trekkers request with appropriate additional cost. For Total Tour cost EMAIL US, we will send you within 24 hours as your requirements.
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