Manaslu Circuit Trek

12 Days

15 - 20 KM Per Day

Teahouse

Start from Kathmandu and End to Kathmandu

Min 2 to Max 10 Pax in a group

moderate

Highlights

Experience a combination of Tibetan and Nepalese cultures.
Take a visit to Pungyen and Nubri Monasteries.
The breathtaking vistas of snow-capped mountains, such as Larke Peak, Manaslu, and Ganesh Himal.
The trek's highest point is Larky La Pass (5,106 m).
Strolling around the borders of Tibet and Nepal.
Wildlife is numerous, including Himalayan Marmots, Pika, Tahr, Agali, and Snow Leopards.
Explore the Budhi Gandaki River Canyon on a trek.

Overview

One of Nepal’s greatest off-the-beaten-path treks is the Manaslu Circuit Trek. It leads to a stunning view of the eighth-highest mountain in the world and rounds the Manaslu Conservation Area. This Manaslu Trek is less busy than Everest Base Camp, despite opening almost thirty years ago.

Trekking is therefore both physically demanding and distant, but it also enriches culture and scenery. The lower regions are home to a diverse range of ethnic groups, including Brahmins and Chhetris. Along the path in the Upper Region, there are Gurung traditional communities.

You will visit several monasteries along the way, including Kargyu-Pemba Chholing Gompa and Labrang. You will travel along the border between Nepal and Tibet on this strenuous trip, ascending the Larkya La pass to an altitude of about 5,215 m.

You will discover the breathtaking views of Samdo Peak, Naike Peak, Larke Peak, Cheo Himal, and Manaslu and Manaslu North. The journey will be pleasant as you pass through magnificent woodlands, rugged ridges, terraced fields, and suspension bridges.

The Manaslu Circuit Trek is regarded as a difficult trek due to its difficulty level. The degree of each person’s endurance will also determine how challenging the Manaslu trip is. You may experience altitude sickness while travelling through Larkya La Pass. It is therefore important that, before beginning the trek, you are aware of the symptoms and the acclimatisation process.

Trekking to Manaslu Circuit and around the valley is best done in the autumn and spring. Usually, there are clear skies, dry weather, and stable conditions. This is the time of year when plants and flowers bloom.

Best Time For Manaslu Circuit Trek

Understanding the environment and weather is crucial if you intend to head to the Manaslu region. The finest seasons for trekking Manaslu are spring and autumn, according to hikers. Traveling across Nepal is worthwhile in the spring and fall due to the pleasant weather and temperatures.

In Nepal, spring is referred to as Basanta Ritu. This is a year when plants and flowers are in full bloom. Clear skies during this time of year provide breathtaking vistas of the Himalayan peaks.

Temperatures at Manaslu range from 4 to 18 degrees Celsius at this time of year. This season does not bring with it the possibility of avalanches, landslides, or floods. The warm days make for ideal trekking conditions.

Trekking over the Manalsu region’s paths is most popular in the autumn. Autumn brings pleasant temperatures and consistent weather. The entire trek offers expansive views of the mountains, which are breathtaking.

The average temperature is between 8 and 20 degrees Celsius. The country’s main celebration is observed around this time of year.

Foods and Accommodation During Manaslu Circuit Trek

Eating a healthy diet is vital when trekking in Nepal’s Manaslu Circuit. To maintain your strength and the high-altitude terrains, require a diet packed with proteins, minerals, and carbohydrates.

The teahouse of Manaslu offers a broad range of food offerings, yet you might not find everything you’re craving. Nepal’s basic foods include tarkari, bhat, and dahl. Rice is served with daal, a soup made from boiling lentils. Although it can occasionally include fish or pork, taraki is mostly a vegetable curry.

You will undoubtedly get to experience Western cuisine on the Manaslu Circuit Trek, including pizza, burgers, cereals, pancakes, spaghetti, and so on. Manaslu tea shops provide a variety of meal alternatives, including vegan and non-vegan options.

Most of your accommodations will be lodges and teahouses. Teahouses are a typical form of lodging along the path, whereas hotels are quite uncommon in the Manaslu region.

Essential blankets and bedding are provided in the rooms. The season for trekking and the height attained during the journey both affect the cost of accommodation, which is not set. The majority of teahouses have basic showers with cold water and ordinary toilets.

Itinerary Outline:

Day 01: Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu (1365 m) and transfer to hotel

Day 02: Drive from Kathmandu to MachhaKhola – 9 hours

Day 03: Trek from Machhakhola (1340m) to Jagat – 8 hours

Day 04: Trek from Jagat (1,410 m) to Dyang – 7 hours

Day 05: Trek from Dyang (1,800 m) to Namrung – 8 hours

Day 06: Trek from Namrung village (2660 m) to Shyala – 7 hours

Day 07: Visit Pungyen Monastery then trek to Samagaun (3585 m) – 6 hours

Day 07: Acclimatization Day Hike to Manaslu Base Camp (4620 m) – 6 hours

Day 08: Trek from Samagaun to Samdo (3,860 m) – 6 hours

Day 09: Trek to Dharmasala / Larkya La Phedi (4,460 m) – 5 hours

Day 10: Cross Larkya la 5,106 m and decent to Bhimthang – 8 hours

Day 11: Trek from Bhimthang (3,790 m) to Tilje village – 5 hours

Day 12: Drive back to Kathmandu via Bensisahar – 9 hours

Day 13: International departure for homeward bound

Itinerary

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Day 1

Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu (1365 m) and transfer to hotel

You will land at the Tribhuvan International Airport in Nepal's capital city, Kathmandu. A magnificent vista of the Himalayas and massive mountains greets you. This historic city is well-known for its heritage, customs, and culture. You will head to your lodging in Thamel. There, you may relax and prepare for your trip. You can also go on a quick tour and see the well-known Thamel streets. You can discover delicious local restaurants that serve you regional specialties. You can also purchase or rent any remaining trekking clothing and equipment in Thamel during this time.

Day 2

Drive from Kathmandu to MachhaKhola – 9 hours

From Kathmandu, you will take a picturesque drive to start your adventure. To go to Dhading Besi, you will travel over Thankot and down the Prithivi Highway. After that, you will travel along the same beautiful trail to reach Malekhu. You'll be treated to vistas of the surrounding hills and the countryside as you travel. The Budhi Gandaki River will be your route. From your window seat, you will have the best views of the landscape, even though the route is uneven and dirty. Mid-West Nepal's Gorkha district is home to the Machh Khola. You can explore the area in the evening and thereafter take in breathtaking views of the snow-capped Alpine regions. More than 150 Gurung houses make up this major community in Manaslu. From Kathmandu, you will take a picturesque drive to start your adventure. To go to Dhading Besi, you will travel over Thankot and down the Prithivi Highway. After that, you will travel along the same beautiful trail to reach Malekhu. You'll be treated to vistas of the surrounding hills and the countryside as you travel. The Budhi Gandaki River will be your route. From your window seat, you will have the best views of the landscape, even though the route is uneven and dirty. Mid-West Nepal's Gorkha district is home to the Machh Khola. You can explore the area in the evening and thereafter take in breathtaking views of the snow-capped Alpine regions. More than 150 Gurung houses make up this major community in Manaslu. From Kathmandu, you will take a picturesque drive to start your adventure. To go to Dhading Besi, you will travel over Thankot and down the Prithivi Highway. After that, you will travel along the same beautiful trail to reach Malekhu. You'll be treated to vistas of the surrounding hills and the countryside as you travel. The Budhi Gandaki River will be your route. From your window seat, you will have the best views of the landscape, even though the route is uneven and dirty. Mid-West Nepal's Gorkha district is home to the Machh Khola. You can explore the area in the evening and thereafter take in breathtaking views of the snow-capped Alpine regions. More than 150 Gurung houses make up this major community in Manaslu.

Day 3

Trek from Machhakhola (1340m) to Jagat – 8 hours

You will begin trekking across the winding route on the Budi Gandaki River's side today. After breakfast, you'll start this excursion. To get to Kholabesi, you go along a path that is mostly level with some elevation gain. Walking a little further will bring you to Tatopani's "hot water," where you can unwind with warm showers and a soaring body. You have the option to submerge yourself or simply put your feet in the water. You will then carry on with your hike in the direction of Thulo Dhunga. Lunch is at Thulo Dhunga, which you arrive at around midday. You cross the Budi Gandaki River on the left on a wooden bridge. After a steep ascent, you will reach the rice and paddy lands that lead to Jagat. Also, there is an MCAP checkpoint at the entry where visitors must show their MCAP permit. This town consists of roughly forty residences with features including traditional homes, stupas, and mani walls.

Day 4

Trek from Jagat (1,410 m) to Dyang – 7 hours

You will start your journey by traversing to the Dudh Pokhari Khola after breakfast. A walk of around sixty minutes along the Budhigandaki riverbank will get you to Salleri. Next, you will go across the bridge and pass by the significant Gurung village of Filim. In this area, there are several different Buddhist stupas, monasteries, and prayer flags. You can reach Chisapani after a 45-minute walk from Philim. You will take a one-hour break here for lunch. You will travel through a variety of local fauna and vegetation, such as rhododendrons and pine trees. You may enjoy breathtaking views of snow-capped mountains from Deng, another amazing tiny village.

Day 5

Trek from Dyang (1,800 m) to Namrung – 8 hours

This is yet another strenuous Manaslu hiking day trekking in the mountains. You'll ascend to Rana and Bihi Phedi by way of a suspension bridge. This is a lovely little community with views of the mountains, rivers, gumbos, and Mani walls. As you travel through the wheat fields and maze, you will come upon a few little waterfalls. Next, the trail crosses multiple landslip zones on its way to Ghap. Walking at this point requires particular caution. You'll continue trekking from Ghap to Namrung. The trail winds through stunning scenery, including verdant forests, gushing waterfalls, and views of the mountains. This is yet another lovely community with worthwhile destinations like Gomba.

Day 6

Trek from Namrung village (2660 m) to Shyala – 7 hours

After enjoying a delightful stay in Namrung village, you will proceed to Shyala village. There is a flat path for the first two hours of the hike. There are peaks in the landscape and suspension bridges. It takes two more hours to reach the stunning Loo. This is where you may first glimpse Himchuli and the stunning Manaslu I. In Loo village, you may see real homes that house the biggest Buddhist monastery and Chhorten. There will be pine woodland, juniper, and rhododendrons on this trekking day. Shyala is a breathtaking location encircled by the grandeur of the Manaslu Himalayas.

Day 7

Visit Pungyen Monastery then trek to Samagaun (3585 m) - 6 hours

You are going to visit Pungyen Monastery in the morning after breakfast. It's really difficult to travel the first 1.5 hours from Syala to Pyungen Gompa. This holy location gives followers the chance to see the undiscovered beauties of the distinctive Tibetan Buddhist culture. After there, you begin your 2.5-hour hike downwards to Samagaon. Along the way, you might witness wild creatures as you go to the Yak Kharkha. You will spend the following day resting here in this lovely community.

Day 8

Acclimatization Day; Hike to Manaslu Base Camp (4620 m) - 6 hours

You spend today seeing the area and engaging with the people while you stay in Samagaon to help you acclimatize. Before continuing, you must give your body time to get used to the high altitude. You will go to the eighth base camp of Mount Manaslu today. The ascent and descent, including a visit to Birendra Lake, take five to six hours. However, respiratory problems might result from the height. Therefore, you must continue to hydrate your body and move gently. It is only advised to take a side excursion to Manaslu Base Camp when there is no ice on the route. You return to your accommodation and spend the evening getting used to the high altitude.

Day 9

Trek from Samagaun to Samdo (3,860 m) – 6 hours

You are now at the highest point of the Manaslu trip, in a high alpine region. Starting from the base camp track, you will descend to Budhi Gandaki on your hike. This alpine meadow has a few cottages rather than any community. To get to Samdo, you have to traverse a 30-minute steep slope and ascend a terraced hill on the other side of Budi Gandaki. This is the final settlement of Manaslu, commonly known as the Forbidden Village. Views of the entire Manaslu range including the stunning Sambo peak are available directly from the accommodations window.

Day 10

Trek to Dharmasala / Larkya La Phedi (4,460 m) – 5 hours

The ninth day of the Manaslu circuit is a relatively short trip, but it is difficult because of Manaslu's secluded location. It's another thrilling day at a high altitude. Thus, you need to pay close attention to your body's behavior. Additionally, the Tibet border's diversion point is Larke Bazaar. You will reach Syacha Khola Valley from the route by going across grassy hills. You proceed to a stone-built guest home in Dharamsala while taking in the breathtaking view of Larkya Glacier.

Day 11

Cross Larkya la Pass 5,106 m and decent to Bhimthang – 8 hours

This is a difficult day as you trek from Dharamsala and over the high Larkya La Pass. To avoid the cold winds that might blow at high altitudes during the day, you will start as early as possible today. The journey is enhanced by the breathtaking vistas you will see once you reach the pass. You take a little break here to take in the vistas of Annapurna II, Gyaji Kung, Nardi Chuli, Himlung Himal, and Cheo Himal. To go to Bimthang, you will need to journey farther. Crampons and a trekking pole are strongly recommended as the descent would be difficult and slick. Bhimthang's serene valley, encircled by yaks grazing and breathtaking scenery, is bound to leave you in wonder.

Day 12

Trek from Bhimthang (3,790 m) to Tilje village – 5 hours

The last walking day of your itinerary for the Manaslu Circuit is today. Today will be a nice stroll through the Gho village as you gradually descend from the strenuous hike up the Larkya-La mountain. The path passes several farm shadows as it reaches beautiful forests with rows of oak, pine, and rhododendron trees. You will ultimately arrive at the picturesque Tilje hamlet, where you may catch the shared jeep to Besisahar, after passing through the Phurke Khola. The last walking day of your itinerary for the Manaslu Circuit is today. Today will be a nice stroll through the Gho village as you gradually descend from the strenuous hike up the Larkya-La mountain. The path passes several farm shadows as it reaches beautiful forests with rows of oak, pine, and rhododendron trees. You will ultimately arrive at the picturesque Tilje hamlet, where you may catch the shared jeep to Besisahar, after passing through the Phurke Khola.

Day 13

Drive back to Kathmandu via Besisahar – 9 hours

Today is the day to bid the Himalayas farewell. You will board a local shared jeep, which takes three hours to reach Besisahar, after breakfast. It is essential to get up early in the morning in order to catch the final bus from Beshisahar to Kathmandu. After eight or nine hours of driving, you arrive in Kathmandu while taking in the views of the hills and rivers along the route. When you arrive in Kathmandu, you plan to spend the night at a hotel.

Day 14

International Departure

Now that your time in Nepal is coming to an end, it's time to say goodbye. It won't take long for you to bid farewell to a nation that provided you with such a wonderful chance to experience Manaslu Circuit exploration. Get to the airport at least three hours before your international flight. You'll have plenty of time to organize your trip while heading home.

Inclusions

What's included

Airport Pickup & drop.
Two night boutique hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast.
During the trek three times full board meals like a (Breakfast, lunch, and Dinner)
Manaslu Conservation Area Project permits.
Annapurna Conservation Area Project Permit.
Kathmandu to Sotikhola and Besi Sahar to Kathmandu by deluxe local bus.
Dharapani to Besisahar by sharing jeep.
Three times cup of tea or coffee each meal.
During the trek seasonal fresh fruit after each dinner.
Government register expert and knowledgeable trekking Guide (Including all expenses Salary, Food, Accommodation, Transportation, and Insurance)
Twin sharing private room throughout the trek.
Adventure Certificates.
Arrangement of Emergency Helicopter service which will be paid for by your Travel insurance company.
Medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).

Add-ons

What's not included

Your Travel insurance.
International airfare and visa fees
A Porter costs US$25 per day.
All the Bar bills and personal expenses (phone call, laundry service, battery recharge, a bottle of water, hot water, shower.
Tips for the guide and porter.
Any other expenses not explicitly mentioned in the inclusions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this journey need travel insurance?

Yes, when it comes to the Manaslu Circuit Trek, travel insurance is a must. You will be protected from a variety of risks including acute altitude sickness, theft, property damage, and medical difficulties.

Is oxygen required for trekking the Manaslu Circuit?

Unless you have altitude sickness to a critical level, you do not require oxygen for the Manaslu Circuit trek. An oxygen cylinder can be managed in an emergency, and your guide will accomplish this.

Is the Manaslu Circuit Trek Safe?

The trek around the Manaslu Circuit is usually safe. But because of its landslip risk, it is not recommended to undertake it during the rainy season. Travelers are deemed safe to undertake the journey outside of this time frame.

Regarding the Manaslu Circuit Trek, what permits do I need?

Before beginning this journey, you must get the Manaslu Conservation Area Permit, the Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP), and the Restricted Area Permit.

Can I acquire a visa when I arrive in Nepal?

You may get the visa upon arrival. Depending on how long you want to stay, there are different visa fees for Nepal. However, the six-month validity of your passport should remain.

Larkya LaIs Pass too challenging for beginner trekkers?

The pass is not particularly high, but it will be quite difficult to cross if there is a lot of snow on the other side. In addition to being extremely slippery, the road is exceedingly difficult to recognize.