Pisang – Manang

(S) Here there are two paths running alongside the river; take the lower path, which gradually moves away from the bed of the ever-present Marsyanghi. Join up with the upper path.

(1) Climb to reach an altitude of 3,900 metres shortly after the village of Ghyaru.

(2) Set off on a long, almost flat stretch leading to Ngawal, the junction with the “road to Phugaon” which heads north.

(3) Continue due west to reach the Marsyanghi River, between the villages of Mungli and Bhraga.

(4) Walk past Hongda Airport, before finishing gently on the wide plain leading up to Manang (E).

The high route passes through some magnificent villages, according to trekkers who have taken it. The lower route isn’t bad either, and the visit to Upper Braga, which was more relaxing, proved interesting. In Manang, we reach high altitudes; the air grows thin and the cold becomes more intense. But now that our porters have become part of the group, we sing and dance. This warms everyone up, and the night before our rest day is restorative.

It’s a day of celebration in Manang, and the acrobatic displays on the small Nepalese horses delight the many tourists.