at Manang, hike to Chonger view point and Gangapurna Lake (B, L, D)

We have few options to take for acclimatization walk. Usually most of the people start the hike with short descending to Gangapurna glacier lake and from there steep ascending to Chonger View point which is at an altitude of about 3800 meter and enjoy some time watching the panoramic view of mountains, glaciers and Manang village from the upper point and come back and just hang around Manang village and take a side walk to the stupa that is about 150 meter above than Manang Village. If you still have some energy than we can walk about an hour more towards 100 lama monastery and on the way there is a scenic view point with Chortens. In a clear weather fantastic view of Annapurna IV, II, III, Mt. Gangapurna, Tilicho Peak and Chulu range can be seen from this place. Afterward just take rest and save the energy for next day if you feel it's enough. Otherwise there are two another options one is to Mileriva cave which is about 4-5 hours to go and back from Manang and the walk is really nice through Pine forest and nice view of mountains and landscapes. Once you are in Mileriva Cave you can see closest view of Annapurna III and its glacier. Mileriva cave is in altitude of 4100 m and this side walk is really good idea if you are physically fit enough. The another option is hike to Ice lake which is in altitude of 4620 m and it is one of the most tough and most spectacular excursion that need about 8-9 hours from Manang. We have to be prepared with pack lunch and enough drinking water for this trip as along the trail after Bhraka there isn't any possibility to find tea shops. The trip to Ice Lake is for those who are absolutely physically fit.