Chhertosum (Marpha Hill)

Situated at an altitude of 4360m, Marpha hill is a suitable place for a daylong side trip. It takes 4 to 5 hours to get there. Its main attractions are the numerous Yaks, grazing on a beautiful high altitude pasture (called "Yak Kharka"). It is a gateway to Dhaulagiri base camp and Hidden valley, offers bird's eye view of Muktinath and other villages, and the overwhelming views of Mt. Nilgiri (7060 m), Tilicho Peak (7139 m), Yak Kawa (6482 m), Mesokanto La (pass to reach Tilicho Lake, the highest lake in the world).