Manaslu circuit trek from Kathmandu

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(13 reviews) Kathmandu, Nepal

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13 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Manaslu Circuit Trek via Larkya Pass journeys you through lowlands and low-altitude villages, high altitude settlements and alpine pastures, through banks of rivers and roaring fountains, in a region with untouched nature and varying culture and ethnicities. Like the famous Himalayan treks of Nepal, viz, Everest and Annapurna treks, our Manaslu Circuit Trek brings a deep experience of high mountain region, sublime mountain sceneries, varying flora and fauna. Find what is rural in Nepal in true sense of the term. Named after Mt. Manaslu (8188m), the world’s 8th highest peak, the trek also has its spirited adventure sections. You will not mistake it specially at the time of crossing Larkya La Pass.

 

What's Included

1 Professional English speaking trekking guide & 2:1 porter(including their entire expenses)
Everything for guide and porters (Meals, accommodation, Wages, travel cost and Insurance)
Lunch (Optional[13])
Lunch
All Fees and Taxes
Dinner (Optional[12])
Dinner
Breakfast (Optional[12])
Breakfast
Manaslu restricted area permit, MACP & ACAP permit
Basic tea house accommodation during the trek (on twin sharing basis), toilet & bathroom will be out
Kathmandu-Machhahhola, Dharapani-Besisahar-Kathmandu by sharing transportation
Tips for guide & porter and any personal expenses
Travel insurance, any airfares and Nepal visa
Extra meals (other than 3 times a day), beverages of any kinds, personal expenses
Hot shower, wifi, device charging fees, toilet paper, donation, any kind of personal expenses
Any costs other than above mentioned, extra days etc

Meeting and pickup

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

We shall contact the travelers before the trip starts

OR
Meeting point

The New Bus park terminal where the buses for Manaslu depart from.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 13 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Kathmandu to Machha Khola drive (Public transport. Private transport available with extra applicable cost))

    2 stops
  • 1

    We leave hotel, drive to Gongabu new Bus park where we will get in the bus to Machhakhola. The drive takes about 8-9 hours. (If chosen go by a private ride, we will pick you up from your hotel/location, extra cost for private ride will apply)

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Machhakhola is the first night stopover, after a long drive. Night will be at a local guest houes.

    12 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Trek from Machha Khola to Jagat (1410m/6-7 hours)

    1 stop
  • 3

    The total duration of the trek is about 6 hours. We walk along river banks and villages. We also meet a natural hot spring named “Tatopani.” Then under the cool shade of trees reach Dovan, a confluence of two rivers. After we leave the Dovan, most of the day’s elevation gain follows, making a total change in the sceneries and surroundings as we move on and on. We spend our night in a local Tea House in Jagat.

    15 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 3

    Trek from Jagat to Deng or Dyang (1800m/6-7 hours)

    1 stop
  • 4

    We gain a lot of elevation today in about 7 hour’s trek. We start to get enticing sceneries of mountains from different points along the trail, including that of Sringi Himal. As usual, we spend our night in a Local Tea House.

    15 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 4

    Trek from Deng to Namrung (2660m/6-7 hours)

    1 stop
  • 5

    Settlements are very few and far between as the altitude increases. We move up in the direction of the Deng River. The influence of Tibetan Buddhist culture begins to feel itself from Ghap with Mani walls and chortens. We continue our walk towards Namrung, where we move inside the teahouse for our night stay.

    15 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 5

    Trek from Namrung to Lho (3180m/5-6 houur)

    1 stop
  • 6

    We meet more settlements today than yesterday. Cross the Budhi Gandaki River, and walk through settlements and terraced fields. Again cross another river Hinan and climb up to Sho. It is an excellent viewpoint, offering incredibly beautiful views of Manaslu, Manaslu North, and other peaks. We reached a tiny village called Lho for our night’s stopover.

    15 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 6

    Trek from Lho to Sama Gaon (3550m/5-6 hours)

    1 stop
  • 7

    We move deep into the high mountain territories today. We walk on the debris of Pungen Glacier to reach a small village called Sama. From here, we move on for about half an hour to reach Sama monastery. Overnight at Local Teahouse.

    1 day • Admission ticket free
    • Day 7

    Acclimatization day in Sama Gaon

    1 stop
  • 8

    A day’s break here is necessary to beat our fatigue and also to get our bodies used to the high altitude. But staying idle does not help in acclimatization, so the best way to keep ourselves fit for the days ahead is to walk around the area during the daytime and take in the marvels of the Himalayas. A day trip to Pungen Gumba (4200 m) can also be carried out.

    1 day • Admission ticket free
    • Day 8

    Trek from Sama Gaon to Samdo (3690m/4-5 hours)

    1 stop
  • 9

    This is a short walking day, after breakfast, we will start our day at Samdo. After having lunch at the lodge we can make a day trip around Samdo Gumba. Night at the tea house.

    15 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 9

    Trek from Samdo to Dharmashala (4470m/6-7 hours)

    1 stop
  • 10

    More and more amazing spectacles unfold around us today. We are still following the Budhi Gandaki River, which changes now into a rather small stream. We leave the last settlement of the trail today at Sumdu to reach Dharmashala. But before that, we pass through a stream coming from Gya La, a pass leading into Tibet, and also the ruins of Larkya Bazaar. This bazaar probably was a prosperous trading point with Tibet a few centuries ago. But after the opening of roads to link Nepal and Tibet, this place seems to have been abandoned.

    12 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 10

    Trek from Dharmashala to Bhimtang via Larkey (5106m) Pass (9-10 hours)

    1 stop
  • 11

    Certainly one of the most adventurous days in the entire trek. After successfully climbing the pass, however, you will hold your breath while soaking up the views of Himlung Mountain, Cheo Mountain, Annapurna II, and many others. The descent on the other side is steep through glacial debris to Bhimphedi. Night in the Local Teahouse.

    15 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 11

    Trek from Bhimtang to Tilje (2300m/6-7 hours)

    1 stop
  • 12

    As we start to come down to lower elevations, we again see farmlands and forests. This is the case today, as we pass alpine forests of rhododendron and fig trees to reach Tilje. Night in the Local Teahouse.

    15 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 12

    Tilje to Besisahar (walk+drive)

    1 stop
  • 13

    We walk down the trail alongside the Marshyangdi River. After a short walk, we reach Dharapani where we will find local rides to Besisahar. The local jeep journey takes 3-4 hours. Spend a night at a hotel in Besisahar.

    15 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 13

    Besisahar to Kathmandu drive on a sharing bus. (Private transportation is available with applicable extra cost)

    1 stop
  • 14
    Kathmandu

    After breakfast, we return to Kathmandu on a long bus journey. It takes about 7 Hours Local bus to drive. After reaching your Hotel, Outdoor Himalayan Treks offers you a Typical Nepali Live cultural show Dinner at a Typical Nepali Restaurant, or meals of your preference.

    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
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, or return back of your personal causes there will be no refund
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