Manaslu Circuit Trek
Manaslu Circuit Trek is a 14-day trek in Nepal reaching 5,106m. Experience dramatic mountain landscapes and authentic Tibetan culture on one of Nepal's most remote trails. Best season: Spring and Autumn. Book from $899 per person with expert guides.
Overview
The magnificent beauty of the Manaslu range is an experience that with colorful cultures and dramatic valleys. The Manaslu Circuit Trek is a popular trek in Nepal for 16 days holidays which is the 8th highest peak in the world. Manaslu trekking is a high altitude trekking in Nepal where you need to cross Larkya la pass (5160 meters).
The trekking start eight hour drive from kathmandu to Soti Khola (700m) and finishing in the town of Besisahar. The trek itself follows an ancient salt-trading route, passes wild waterfalls of the Bhuri Gandhaki River crosses through forests of pine, bamboo and gorgeous rhododendron. Visits to secluded monasteries and a chance to experience local people’s lives are also a part of this adventure. The trek crosses a breath-taking the most popular Buddhist villages, Larkya La (5160m) high mountain pass and crossing over a glacial landscape while trekking around Manaslu.
Manaslu Circuit Trek which is the home range of the scarce snow leopard, and the track is also part of The Great Himalayan Trail, and is considered a trek off the beaten path.
Outline Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu, Transfer to your hotel.
Day 02: Drive from Kathmandu to Machha Khola (1340m) by private jeep (approx. 8-9 hours).
- • Enjoy scenic views of the countryside along the way.
Day 03: Trek from Machha Khola to Jagat 1,410m (approx. 6-7 hours).
- • Continue along the Budhi Gandaki River.
- • Pass through the village of Tatopani (hot springs).
Day 04: Trek from Jagat to Deng 1,800 m (approx. 5-6 hours).
- • Pass through several Tibetan-influenced villages.
- • Enjoy views of the surrounding mountains.
Day 05: Trek from Deng to Namrung 2660 m (approx. 6-7 hours).
- • Ascend through forests of pine and rhododendron.
- • Pass through the village of Prok.
- • Reach the village of Namrung with views of Mount Manaslu.
Day 06: Trek from Namrung to Samagaon 3,530 m (approx. 6 hours).
- • Pass through picturesque villages and barley fields.
- • Enjoy views of Mount Manaslu and other peaks.
Day 07: Rest day and acclimatize in Samagaon.
- • Explore the village and visit local monasteries.
- • Optional hike to the Pungyen Gompa or Manaslu Base Camp.
Day 08: Trek from Samagaon to Samdo 3,860 m (approx. 3-4 hours).
- • Enjoy views of the Manaslu Glacier and surrounding peaks.
Day 09: Trek from Samdo to Dharamsala / Larkya La Phedi 4,460 m (approx. 4-5 hours).
- • Ascend gradually towards Dharamsala.
- • Enjoy views of the Larkya Glacier.
- • Reach Dharamsala, the base of the Larkya La Pass.
Day 10: Trek from Dharamsala to Bimthang 3,720 m via Larkya La Pass (approx. 8-9 hours).
- • Cross the challenging Larkya La Pass (5,106 meters).
- • Descend towards Bimthang with views of Mount Manaslu and surrounding peaks.
Day 11: Trek from Bimthang to Dharapani 1,860 m (approx. 7-8 hours).
- • Descend through rhododendron forests.
- • Pass through the village of Tilije.
- • Reach Dharapani, where the Annapurna Circuit trail meets.
Day 12: Drive from Dharapani to Kathmandu via Beshisahar (approx. 8-9 hours).
- • Enjoy scenic views during the drive back to Kathmandu.
Cost Details
Cost Includes
- Airport transfers - pick up and drop upon arrival and departureRestricted area permits, National Park permit (ACAP, MCAP) and TIMS feeHotel in Kathmandu On BBEnglish spoken trekking guide as well as their necessary insurance, and accommodation meals allowance and salary.
- Supporting staffs (trekking porter), as well as their necessary insurance, and accommodation meals allowance and salary.
- During the trek Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner -3 meals per day and overnight accommodation in tea house lodgeOverland transport by BUS/JEEP/CAR/VAN
Cost Excludes
- Visa & International flight ticket.
- Lunch and dinner during your Kathmandu stay.
- Travel / medical insurance and emergency evacuation cost.
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, alcoholic beverages, bottled drinks (including cold drinks and mineral/hot.
- Water/shower, tea-coffee, chocolate hot drinks), tips for the guide, porter & other staffs etc.
- Additional costs- extra days stay, in case of flight cancellation due to the natural calamities, bad weather forecast and other unforeseen circumstances.
- Personal trekking gear for the trip.
