Kathmandu Private Tour 14 Day Manaslu Circuit Trek

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival in Kathmandu airport, and transfer to Hotel (1345m)
1 stop
1
Kathmandu
You will be greeted by our Crystal Holidays Nepal representative when you arrive at the airport. He will drive you to the hotel. The remainder of the day is yours to do as you like. Thus, you have plenty of time to acclimate and look about.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Drive from Kathmandu to Soti Khola (700m)
1 stop
2
You depart from your accommodation in a local bus to Arughat and travel to Soti Khola via Arughat by local jeep, passing through the mountain-top settlement of Dhading. The road runs through picturesque rural areas, little towns, green terrace farms, and lush hills, so expect a dusty and bumpy ride. It may take about 8 to 10 hours to reach the destination after departure.
10 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Trek from Soti Khola to Machha Khola (870m)
1 stop
3
You will be trekking through the countryside, past paddy fields and waterfalls, passing through isolated settlements of dwellings with brown slate roofs, starting from Soti Khola. Then, you will cross a suspension bridge over the Budi Gandaki River and continue on the rough trail to Machha Khola hamlet. It’s a 6-hour trekking journey from the departure early in the morning.
6 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 4
Trek from Machha Khola to Jagat (1340m)
1 stop
4
Khorla Besi is reached by following the narrow trail that crosses the Thado Khola. After passing through villages and taking in the gorgeous mountain views, you'll arrive at Tatopani, a hot spring where you can relax for a while. Then cross the Budi Gandaki on bridges and make your way to Dobhan. You then enter the Manaslu Conservation Area and arrive in Jagat, a lovely paved town. It’s a 7-hour hiking journey from the departure from your accommodation early in the morning.
7 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 5
Trek from Jagat to Deng (1860m)
1 stop
5
Along the journey, you'll pass through the villages of Salleri, Sirdibas, and Ghatta Khola, and cross the river through suspension bridges multiple times. The trail enters a steep, desolate gorge after crossing the river at Eklee Bhatti and continues through bamboo forests before arriving at the Deng Khola.
7 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 6
Trek from Deng to Namrung (2900m)
1 stop
6
One of the most crucial and culturally significant stages of the Manaslu trekking is today. To begin, you will cross the Budhi Gandaki River and hike up to the bridge, where you will join a trail from Bhi. Then continue west up the valley, going through lush forests, alpine greenery, and picturesque settlements housing Manaslu ethnic groups, with major peaks beginning to show in the distance. Although another route exists, you will take the trail through Prok. The Siringi Himal, which is snow-capped, is seen from this village. Take a respite here before crossing the Budi Gandaki numerous times today, going through several gompas along the route. The trail eventually leads to a narrow gorge by following the river upstream through a dense forest. Continue trekking until the woodland becomes less dense. This gratifying section of the hike is a fantastic chance to get a feel for the Manaslu Conservation Area.
7 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 7
Trek from Namrung to Sama Gaon (3390m)
1 stop
7
Siring Himal, Ganesh Himal, and Mt. Himal Chuli can all be seen from Namrung village. The trail continues uphill through the beautiful green forest to Lihi village after enjoying the morning views of the Himalayas. Before reaching Samagaon, you will pass through various isolated settlements such as Sho, Lho, and Shyala. When you arrive in Lho, you'll be treated to a breathtaking vista of Mt. Manaslu, the world's eighth highest peak. Himal Chuli and Peak 29 (Ngadi Chuli) to the left, Mt. Manaslu and its glacier ahead, and Ganesh Himal on the far right, all have snow-capped peaks surrounding Shyala hamlet.
7 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 8
Acclimatization at Sama Gaon (3390m)
1 stop
8
At Sama Gaon, take a much-needed rest day to acclimate to the higher altitudes. You have the option of resting in the teahouse or hiking around a neighbouring destination to keep your feet stretched on this day. Those who would rather explore the area might take a short climb up to Pungyen Gompa, a historic monastery. The view of the glacier from this ancient monastery is spectacular.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 9
Trek from Sama Gaon to Samdo (3690m)
1 stop
9
Begin your day with a gentle descent to the Budhi Gandaki River, then proceed to the Side-stream Bridge. As you stroll through many Mani walls, the valley begins to open up and spread out. As you get closer to the Tibetan border, take in the breathtaking vistas of the mountains along the trail. The trail then leads to an accessible route that runs directly above the river, shaded by birch and juniper trees. The mountains, particularly Mt. Manaslu, are visible from Samdo.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 10
Trekking from Samdo to Larke La Phedi (4460m)
1 stop
10
The trail takes us to the old trade route to Tibet, via a bridge, and up through the Larkya bazaar trade markets. We arrive at Dharamsala's high camp for the Larkya La pass after around three hours of hiking past glaciers and increasingly astounding panoramas, where we enjoy lunch surrounded by breathtaking alpine scenery and blue sheep grazing nearby on desolate hill-sides. Dharmasala's other name is Larke La Phedi.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 11
Larke La Phedi to Bimthang via Larke La Pass to (5135m)
2 stops
11
The trail ascends from Larke Phedi, providing breathtaking views of Larke Peak. "The Larke La is one of the most stunning pass crossings in the Himalayas," according to Lonely Planet. This is the highest point of the Manaslu Circuit, and it is also the most difficult day. An early start allows you to cross glacial moraines in the dark before reaching the trek's highest point, the Larke La Pass, which is only 8 kilometres from the Tibetan border. The Larke La Pass is a fantastic place to take in the views of the surrounding snow peaks.
6 hours • Admission ticket free
12
You have time to take in the breathtaking sights before descending the steep, ankle-stretching descent to the trail that follows the glacier moraine lower and leads to Bimthang surrounding the abandoned homes and Buddhist prayer stones.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 12
Bimthang to Dharapani (1960m)
1 stop
13
You descend the valley of the Burdin Khola to the region of the Base Camp for the West side of Manaslu after crossing this high grassland. You can see Manaslu to the southeast and Annapurna II to the southwest from a ridge at 4150 meters. Beyond a bridge over the Dudh Khola's headwaters, you drop into rhododendron trees and continue a track through a narrow valley until you reach Karche, at 2785 meters, the region's highest cultivated land.
7 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 13
Drive from Dharapani to Kathmandu (1345m)
1 stop
14
On this day, we take a local jeep service from Dharapani to Beshishar and a local bus drive to Kathmandu. It’s going to be a long drive of around 9 hours.
9 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 14
Departure from Kathmandu
1 stop
15
You may do your last minute shopping and explore thamel market area on your on prior to your airporttime. Finally, Our representative will drop you off at the airport at the time of your flight departure and bid you farewell. Tour end.
5 hours • 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 a high level of physical fitness

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