Manaslu Circuit Trek

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(64 reviews)
Kathmandu, Nepal

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15 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Trekking around Manaslu Circuit offers quite a unique opportunity to experience a reasonably untouched region of Nepal. This region sees few trekkers which makes the visit here more exclusive and unspoiled. Manaslu, open for trekking since 1991, provides spectacular beauty along the border of Nepal and Tibet. It is now a controlled trekking route, allowing organized trekking group’s special permits to gain entry into this region to venture round its spectacular Manaslu circuit.

Manaslu has a unique environment which is exceptionally rich in biodiversity that has made this region one of the finest tourist destinations. The majestic Himalayan ranges in this area consist of cultural diversities and natural scenery with glacier lakes and fascinating flora and fauna. All features of this region have made it as one of the most attractive places of Nepal. The trekking route is less crowded and provides the basic facilities to the trekkers.

What's Included

Guided sightseeing of Kathmandu
Airport transfers
Twin-share/double room in a three-star hotel in Kathmandu (2 nights)
Lunch (Optional[13])
Lunch
Dinner (Optional[13])
Dinner
Breakfast (Optional[14])
Breakfast
Down jacket and sleeping bag for the trek (to be returned back)
Transfer from Kathmandu to Soti Khola from Tal to Kathmandu in 4WD vehicle
Entrance fees during guided sightseeing in Kathmandu
1 porter for every two clients
Guesthouse accommodation in twin-share and dormitory rooms (12 nights)
All government taxes, VAT, tourist service charges, official expenses
All permits for trekking including restricted area
Licensed English-speaking trekking guide
Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
Travel insurance which covers emergency high-altitude rescue and evacuation
International airfare
Nepal entry visa
Alcoholic, hot and cold drinks
Personal trekking equipment
Tips for trekking staff and driver (Tipping is expected)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We will pick you up from the airport even if you arrive earlier.

OR
Meeting point
Tribhuvan International Airport
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 15 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Arrival in Kathmandu Airport (1,400 m)

    1 stop
  • 1
    Ace the Himalaya

    Our airport representative will be receiving you at Tribhuvan International airport, Kathmandu and s/he will be displaying an Ace the Himalaya signboard outside the airport terminal. You will be then transferred to your respective hotel in our private tourist vehicle. Note: Either on Day 01 or Day 02, there will be a pre-trek meeting in our office. During the meeting, we will introduce your trek leader/guide. Please make sure you bring the passport, three copies of passport-size photos and a readable copy of your travel insurance policy. During this meeting, please clear the due balance, if any, and sign the legally binding trip form as well as the non-liability disclaimer.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Drive to Machha Khola from Kathmandu via Soti Khola by Private Tourist vehicle

    1 stop
  • 2

    After the morning breakfast, we leave for Machha Khola, the starting point of our trek. From Kathmandu to Dhading Besi is a 3 to 4-hour comfortable drive on a concrete paved road. After this is a bumpy and winding dirt road to Machha Khola which takes from 5 to 7 hours depending on the traffic and road condition. The total drive for the day will approximately be 8 to 10 hours. The road to Machha Khola from Soti Khola was recently constructed and it isn’t paved in concrete. We will be sending a private 4WD vehicle for you and assigning an experienced driver.

    7 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 3

    Trek to Jagat from Machha Khola

    1 stop
  • 3

    After crossing Machha River and Khrola Besi, there is a hot spring called Tatopani. The trail follows a forest reaching Dovan, below which flows the massive Budi Gandaki. As the elevation increases, the rapids and the scenery undergoes a complete transformation.

    6 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 4

    Trek to Deng from Jagat

    1 stop
  • 4

    After ascending to a terraced hill of Saguleri and view of Sringi Himal (7,177 m) from Jagat, we continue towards Sirish Gaon. Gandaki valley narrows from herewith soaring precipitous walls. The trail goes through a bamboo forest. We follow the trail upstream of Deng River and arrive at a tiny village called Deng.

    6 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 5

    Trek to Ghap from Deng

    1 stop
  • 5

    Today the trek is quite longer and harder than on previous days. We can see amazing fields of flowering mustard. After some hours of walking, we reach Ghap (2,660 m/8,727 ft). After reaching Ghap we can hear the pleasant sound of the waterfall and observe ancient writings and art in the stones.

    5 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 6

    Trek to Lho from Ghap

    1 stop
  • 6

    Today, we will trek to Namrung village. We will have lunch at Namrung with fantastic view of Ganesh and Siringi Himal. The views of these mountains accompany you walking to Lho from Lihi and Lamagaon. We walk across the Hinan River originating from Linda Glacier and continue on to Sho. After some hours of walking we reach Lho Gaon, a beautiful village with nice view of Mt. Manaslu.

    7 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 7

    Trek to Samagaon from Lho

    1 stop
  • 7

    Naike Peak, Manaslu North (7,774 m/25,505 ft), and Manaslu (8,150 m/26,738 ft) are visible from Lho. On the top of the hill, we can have a look around the Buddhist monastery Ribung Gompa. Our destination village is Samagaon and that’s where we will head after that.

    4 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 8

    Acclimatization Day at Samagaon. Hike to Birendra Lake and Manaslu Base Camp and back

    1 stop
  • 8

    We stay today at Samagaon for acclimatization and take this time to explore around. We can either visit Pungyen Gompa and glacial Lake Birendra Tal (4-5 hours) or we can take a walk to Manaslu Base Camp and return back to Samagaon (7-8 hours).

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 9

    Trek to Samdo from Samagaon

    1 stop
  • 9

    Today we climb a terraced hill on the opposite bank of Budhi Gandaki River and then towards a most remote permanent settlement – Samdo.

    5 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 10

    Trek to Dharmashala from Samdo

    1 stop
  • 10

    We walk to Dharmasala on the trail that is quite similar to the trail from Sama Gaun to Samdo. Dharmashala is also known as Larke Phedi. There is one small stone guest house here which gives the basic facility of fooding and the lodging will be in dormitory styled rooms.

    5 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 11

    Trek to Bimthang from Dharmasala via Larkya La Pass

    1 stop
  • 11

    We first climb towards Cho Chanda and then slowly head steeply uphill toward the snowed-up pass. From the top, the panorama is magnificent: Himlung Himal (7,126 m/23,379 ft), Cheo Himal (6,820 m/22,375 ft), Gyagi Kung, Kang Kuru (6,981 m/22,903 ft), and the Annapurna II (7,937 m/26,040 ft). The descent is steep, through moraines, towards Bhimtang.

    9 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 12

    Trek to Tilije from Bimthang

    1 stop
  • 12

    The route gets easier. We start with a gentle climb through paddy fields towards the small Karcha La Pass and descend through fig trees and rhododendron forests to Tilje.

    7 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 13

    Trek to Tal from Tilije

    1 stop
  • 13

    We start to pass through villages with the denser population on our way to Tal. After a few hours of walking, we reach Dharapani (1,860 m/6,102 ft) where we can take lunch. From this point, we enter the Annapurna Circuit section. The trail goes through several streams and fields of wheat. We cross a suspension bridge over the Marshyangdi River and arrive at Tal. The beautiful village is situated on the bank of the river and there is a large waterfall you can enjoy watching.

    6 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 14

    Drive to Kathmandu from Tal via Besisahar

    1 stop
  • 14
    Kathmandu

    We hop onto a 4WD vehicle to reach Kathmandu via Besisahar. The road is rough and bumpy up to Besisahar and smoother from then. Enjoying the sceneries of hills and rivers along the highway, we reach Kathmandu after 8 to 9 hours of drive.

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 15

    Transfer to International Airport for Your Final Departure

    1 stop
  • 15
    Tribhuvan International Airport

    The trip concludes – our airport representative will drop you at the Kathmandu international airport for your final flight departure from Nepal.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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