Manaslu region recovers from floods as tourist arrivals rise
Summary
Tourist activity is picking up in the Manaslu region of northern Gorkha after floods in the Budhi Gandaki River damaged roads and trekking trails. Repaired routes and reopened trails are drawing 80 to 90 visitors a day, easing concerns for local tourism businesses.
Key Points
- Flood damage to roads and trekking trails in the Manaslu region had slowed tourism in northern Gorkha.
- Repaired roads and reopened trails have brought daily tourist arrivals back to around 80 to 90 people.
- Local hotel, restaurant and tea shop operators are seeing renewed optimism as the main tourist season continues.
- Authorities and local residents have also reopened key routes in the Chum Valley and along the Benighat-Arughat-Larke road.
