12 Days Manaslu Circuit Adventure

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Kathmandu to Soti Khola
1 stop
1
Start your adventure with an early morning drive from Kathmandu toward Soti Khola, the starting point of the Manaslu Circuit Trek. The journey takes you through Nepal’s changing landscapes, from busy Kathmandu to green hills, river valleys and traditional villages. After reaching Soti Khola, settle into your accommodation and prepare for the trek ahead.
11 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Soti Khola to Machha Khola
1 stop
2
Begin your first full day of trekking along the Budhi Gandaki River. The trail passes through forests, rocky paths, waterfalls and small settlements. You will cross several suspension bridges and gradually enter the quieter landscapes of the Manaslu region. Continue along the river until reaching Machha Khola.
8 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Machha Khola to Jagat
1 stop
3
Jagat
Continue trekking deeper into the Manaslu region. The trail follows the Budhi Gandaki through narrow valleys, forests and traditional settlements. Cross suspension bridges and walk along sections of the river before reaching Jagat, a historic village that marks the entrance to the Manaslu Conservation Area. Attractions Budhi Gandaki River Khorlabesi Tatopani hot spring area Suspension bridges Jagat village
9 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 4
Jagat to Deng
1 stop
4
Leave Jagat and continue toward the higher valleys of Manaslu. The landscape gradually changes as you walk through forests and mountain settlements. Cross bridges and follow the Budhi Gandaki through increasingly dramatic scenery before arriving at Deng. Attractions Philim village Bamboo and pine forests Riverside trails Traditional mountain settlements Deng village
9 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 5
Deng to Namrung
1 stop
5
Today the trail continues through beautiful mountain scenery toward Namrung. As you gain altitude, the surrounding peaks become increasingly impressive. Walk through forests, cross mountain streams and pass traditional villages while experiencing the changing culture and architecture of the Manaslu region. Attractions Bihi village Prok village area Mountain forests Himalayan viewpoints Namrung village
8 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 6
Namrung to Samagaon
1 stop
6
Today brings some of the most spectacular mountain scenery of the trek. Continue toward the upper Manaslu Valley, passing traditional Tibetan-influenced villages such as Lho and enjoying increasingly close views of Manaslu. The trail eventually reaches Samagaon, one of the most important settlements in the region. Attractions Lho village Monasteries and mani walls Mount Manaslu views Tibetan-influenced villages Samagaon
8 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 7
Acclimatization Day in Samagaon
1 stop
7
Samagaun
Take a well-deserved acclimatization day in Samagaon. Rather than remaining indoors all day, enjoy a gentle hike around the village and surrounding landscape. Explore the local area, visit a monastery and take in views of the Manaslu range while allowing your body to adjust to the increasing altitude. Attractions Samagaon village Himalayan viewpoints Birendra Lake area Local monastery Manaslu mountain views
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 8
Samagaon to Samdo
1 stop
8
Leave Samagaon and continue toward Samdo, one of the highest permanent settlements on the Manaslu Circuit. The trail becomes more rugged as the landscape opens into a high-altitude valley. Walk at a comfortable pace while enjoying spectacular views of the surrounding mountains. Attractions High-altitude Himalayan landscape Tibetan-influenced settlements Mani walls and prayer flags Samdo village Views toward the Tibetan border region
7 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 9
Samdo to Dharamsala
1 stop
9
Today you enter the high-altitude section of the Manaslu Circuit. Trek from Samdo toward Dharamsala, also known as Larke Phedi, the final overnight stop before crossing Larke Pass. The trail offers magnificent views of glaciers, snow-covered peaks and the rugged Himalayan landscape. Attractions Larke Phedi Himalayan glaciers Larke Peak views High-altitude mountain scenery Prayer flags and mani walls
6 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 10
Dharamsala to Larke Pass to Bhimtang
1 stop
10
Today is the most challenging and rewarding day of the trek. Start early for the ascent toward Larke Pass at approximately 5,106 meters. The trail crosses rugged high-altitude terrain with spectacular views of the surrounding Himalayan peaks and glaciers. After reaching the pass, celebrate the achievement before beginning the long descent toward Bhimtang. Attractions Larke Pass – approximately 5,106 m Himalayan glaciers Panoramic mountain views High-altitude landscapes
12 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 11
Bhimtang to Dharapani
1 stop
11
Leave the high mountains behind as the trail descends through forests and greener landscapes. Enjoy a noticeable change in scenery as you walk through pine and rhododendron forests and traditional villages. Continue toward Dharapani, a popular mountain settlement and the endpoint of the main Manaslu trekking route. Attractions Pine and rhododendron forests Mountain villages Dudh Khola valley Marsyangdi Valley Dharapani
7 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 12
Dharapani to Kathmandu
1 stop
12
Kathmandu Valley
After breakfast, begin your scenic drive from Dharapani back to Kathmandu. The journey follows the Marsyangdi Valley and gradually transitions from the Himalayan foothills to lower valleys and eventually the Kathmandu Valley. Sit back and enjoy the changing landscapes as your Manaslu adventure comes to an end. Attractions Marsyangdi River Valley Mountain villages Himalayan foothills Scenic countryside Kathmandu Valley
11 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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