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Manaslu circuit Trek

  • Duration: 16 Days
  • Trip Grade: Moderate
  • Max. Altitude: 5,106 m
  • Group Size: 1-16 Persons
  • Activity: Trekking and Hike
  • Best Season: March-May and September-November
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Highlights

  • Off the beaten trail
  • Pass by remote villages, where you will receive warm hospitality from the locals
  • Visit Pungyen Gompa and many other monasteries along the way
  • Explore Manaslu Base Camp and beautiful Birendra Lake
  • Cross challenging Larkya La Pass
  • Indulge breath-taking landscapes and panoramic views of the Himalayan mountains

About Manaslu circuit Trek

Manaslu Circuit Trek explores around the 8th highest mountain in the world, Mt. Manaslu. Surrounded by the Annapurna range in the west and Ganesh Himal in the east, Manaslu is one of the most beautiful 8,000 meters plus mountains. Manaslu region was opened for trekkers in 1992.

Back then, the lack of accommodation along the trail had made Manaslu Circuit Trekking very expensive and challenging. This resulted in fewer flow tourists, making the route pristine and unspoiled. Moreover, this region comes under a restricted area in Nepal, so you have to take a special permit from the government of Nepal to go on the Manaslu Circuit trek.

Trekking along the off-beat trail, you will go through sub-tropical to alpine forests, where you will get to see exotic vegetation, flowers, and medicinal herbs. Likewise, the trail also includes raging rivers, thrilling suspension bridges, beautiful villages, and a high pass.

As the Manaslu region is located along the border of Nepal and Tibet, you will get to see a rich cultural blend. The locals here are mostly followers of Hinduism and Buddhism. You will come across many ancient monasteries, chortens, stupas, and prayer flags on the way. Likewise, you will get to experience the unique lifestyle and warm hospitality of the locals.

Itinerary

On your arrival day, you will meet with our airport representative near the terminal gate. He will greet you and take you to the hotel. In the late evening, there will be a welcome dinner organized by the company during which you will meet with other team members.

  • Accommodation:Hotel
  • Meals:Dinner

We spend this morning visiting historical sites in Kathmandu with a tour guide. In the late afternoon, we'll be preparing for the trek with the mountain guide.

  • Accommodation:Hotel
  • Meals:Breakfast

The drive goes along Prithivi Highway. You can see beautiful views of lush green hills, terraced farms, and small settlement areas. Upon reaching Dhading Bensi, you will drive to Arughat. The drive will get bumpy. From Arughat, you will drive towards Soti Khola.

  • Accommodation:Teahouse
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Altitude/Time:800m/6-7 hours

The first day of the trek begins from Soti Khola. Trekking through the forest of sal, you will ascend to Liding (750 m). The trail from here takes you to Khursane. From here, you will trek through small villages and rice terraces to reach Lapresi. Further, the trail gradually descends to Nauli Khola, where you will cross a suspension bridge and reach Machha Khola.

Accommodation: Teahouse

Meals: B, L & D

  • Accommodation:Teahouse
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Altitude/Time:970m/6-7 hours

The trail goes through a narrow gorge. After a few ascents and descents, you will reach Tharo Khola. Crossing the Khola, the trail takes you to Khorlabesi. From here, you trek towards Tatopani, known for its natural hot springs. The trail then passes by Dobhan and crosses a bridge over Yaru Khola. Gradually climb and cross the west bank of Budhi Gandaki and walk along a river to reach Jagat.

  • Accommodation:Teahouse
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Altitude/Time:1,590m/6-7 hours

From Jagat, you ascend towards Salleri and descend to Sirdibas. The trail then continues to Ghatta Khola and crosses a long suspension bridge to reach Philim. Further, by trekking through Ekle Bhatti, you will walk on a steep route and cross the Budhi Gandaki river. Trek along the river and pass by a bamboo forest. You will cross Deng Khola to reach Deng village.

Accommodation: Teahouse

Meals: B, L & D

  • Accommodation:Teahouse
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Altitude/Time:2,250m/6-7 hours

Cross the Budhi Gandaki river and ascend towards a bridge. The trail then heads west up the valley and passes by dense alpine forests. Following the trail that goes through Prok village, you continue trekking and cross the Budhi Gandaki river several times. Further, you will trek along a narrow gorge and ascend to reach Namrung.

  • Accommodation:Teahouse
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Altitude/Time:3,180m/6-7 hrs

We walk past ancient monasteries and chortens. The trail goes to Shayla village and passes by stupas. We'll ascend to Samagaon, a 500 years old Tibetan settlement.

  • Accommodation:Teahouse
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Altitude/Time:3,530m/5-6 hours

Today, you will spend the day exploring Samagaun and visiting nearby beautiful places like Birendra Tal and Manaslu Base Camp. Likewise, you will visit ancient Pungyen Gompa from where excellent views of a glacier are seen. You will get to see the unique lifestyle of the locals and their rich culture.

  • Accommodation:Teahouse
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

The trail drops down to Budhi Gandaki river. Cross a bridge over the river and pass by many mani walls. The valley slowly begins to open up, and the views get stunning. Further, you will trek through the forest of birch and juniper to Kermo Kharka. Descend and cross Budhi Gandaki river one more time on a wooden bridge and ascend steeply towards Samdo.

  • Accommodation:Teahouse
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Altitude/Time:3,860m/3 hours

The trail descends and crosses a wooden bridge over the Budhi Gandaki River. Then cross two streams and trek towards Salkha Khola. You will see superb views of Larkya Glacier. Further, the trail ascends towards Dharamsala, which is also known as Larkya La Phedi. The view from this place is phenomenal.

  • Accommodation:Teahouse
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Altitude/Time:4,480m/3-4 hours

You will begin ascending early in the morning to avoid bad weather. Crossing a moraine, you drop down to a small lake. The trail gradually becomes rough and steep. You will then cross a grassy slope and trek towards a frozen lake. You will get to see tempting views of snow-capped mountains. The trail from here onwards descends to a small meadow and continues towards Bimthang.

  • Accommodation:Teahouse
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Altitude/Time:5106m/7 hours

From Bimthang, you will begin descending, enjoying surreal views of Mt. Manaslu, Himlung Himal, and Lamjung Himal. The trail crosses a high pasture and a bridge over Dudh Khola River. Further, you will trek through a lovely forest of rhododendrons and continue walking along a narrow valley. You will pass by Karche and Gho villages before reaching Tilije.

  • Accommodation:Teahouse
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Altitude/Time:2,300m/6-7 hours

After having a warm breakfast, you will begin trekking towards Chamche. The trail slowly descends along with small villages and lush forests. You can see wonderful mountain views along the route.

  • Accommodation:Teahouse
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Altitude/Time:1,410m/7-8 hours

You will trek to Besisahar, from where you will take a scenic drive to Kathmandu. It is going to be a long ride. Get ready to witness some beautiful scenery. Upon reaching Kathmandu, you head to the hotel. In the evening, meet with the team for the last time at a complimentary dinner organized by the company.

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals: B, L & D

  • Accommodation:Hotel
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Altitude/Time:1,340m/

Fly back to your home today. You will be escorted to the airport according to your flight takeoff time.

    Cost Details

    Includes

    • All ground transports as per itinerary
    • Three-star twin sharing hotel in Kathmandu and lodge/guesthouse during the trek
    • Breakfast in Kathmandu and all meals during the trek
    • Welcome and farewell dinner
    • Guided city tour in Kathmandu by private vehicle
    • Entrance fees for monument visits as per the itinerary
    • Domestic flights and airport departure taxes (carry a maximum of 15 kg luggage including both a backpack and day bag)
    • Professional English-speaking mountain guide and porters to carry luggage (2 trekkers:1 porter)
    • Expenses of guide and porters including their salary, insurance, equipment, flight, food, and lodging
    • Down jacket, sleeping bag, and trekking map will be provided by the company (to be returned after the accomplishment of trek)
    • All necessary paper works such as National park permit, TIMS
    • A Medical kit with all necessary medications and supply
    • All government and local taxes

    Excludes

    • Nepalese visa fee
    • Excess baggage charge(s)
    • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu (due to early arrival, late departure, early return from mountain than the scheduled itinerary)
    • Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu
    • International flights
    • Travel and rescue insurance
    • Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower)
    • Tips for guide(s), porter(s), and driver(s)
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