Mystical and mythical things make the Manaslu region of Nepal spiritual and serene. Fluttering prayer flags, earthly smell of incense coming out of ancient 500 to 700 years old monasteries, […]
Mystical and mythical things make the Manaslu region of Nepal spiritual and serene. Fluttering prayer flags, earthly smell of incense coming out of ancient 500 to 700 years old monasteries, and legends of 8th eons make the region tranquil and aesthetic. The trekking trail of the Manaslu Circuit Trek is relatively new than the commercial trekking routes of the Annapurna, Langtang, and Everest region of Nepal. However, the popularity of the trail is surprisingly increasing every year. Therefore, the region is considered as the commercial trekking region despite it being the restricted area of Nepal.
Explore the majestic villages of the Manaslu and Annapurna region of Nepal during one single trekking trip. In addition, the journey of the Manaslu Circuit Trek offers great insights into the traditions and culture of the Himalayan people who are heavily influenced by the traditional Tibetan cultures. The major edge for travelers to trek in the region with the Hikers Himalaya is that the travel planners of this company is from the Manaslu region. An expert travel planner who is local ensures authenticity and exemplary trekking experiences.
Nepal Government has kept various regions of Nepal especially those which border Tibet (Autonomous region of the People’s Republic of China) as the restricted region. For years, Tibetan Revolution group (Khampa) was in tussle with Nepalese government. However, the foreign policy of Nepal is “One China Policy” and there were many conflicts between the state army and locals. Besides this tension, the government wanted to preserve the unique cultural and natural heritages of these places. Therefore, they kept these places as the restricted regions of Nepal.
Major restricted regions of Nepal are Upper Mustang, Kanchenjunga, Upper Dolpo, Manaslu, Nar Phu Valleys, etc. Among these restricted regions, the Manaslu region is near to the Kathmandu Valley and it is also the most popular region of Nepal. Some argue that the Upper Mustang is the most famous but in terms of trekking interests, the Manaslu Circuit Trek route tops all.
In the lower altitude places of the Manaslu region, you can find multi – ethnic communities. People from Brahmin, Chhetri, Dalits, Gurung, Tamang, and Magar people live in the low – altitude places of the Manaslu Circuit Trek. In the high – altitude places beyond Lho Village, Tsombos or Tsum People live. These people follow traditional Tibetan cultures and traditions. In addition, these people have their own language, traditions, and culture. Iconic villages of the Tsum People in the Manaslu Circuit Trekking route are Lho, Samagaon, Samdo, Deng, and Namrung. Interestingly, these villages are iconic places that fall in the Manaslu Circuit Trekking route.
Trekking in the restricted regions of Nepal is different than the regular trekking regions. Travelers have to fulfill certain requirements to do trekking in the restricted areas. For example, you can’t trek solo or independently in these trails. You must trek in a group of at least two trekkers. A trekking guide is mandatory and you must obtain the restricted area permit with the help of the Nepal Government registered trekking agency.
Manaslu Conservation Area Project (MCAP) and Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) permits are mandatory along with the Tsum Nubri Rural Municipality Entry Permit. These are the normal permits and trekkers also need to obtain the Special Restricted Area Permit. The cost of the conservation area permit is NRs. 3000 to foreigners and NRs. 1500 to SAARC nationals for each conservation area permit. The local rural municipality entry permit costs NRs. 1000. The special restricted area permit is 100 $ for 10 days autumn trek and 75 $ for other months of the year.
Reach the base camp of the world’s 8th tallest mountain Mt. Manaslu (8163 m) while doing the Manaslu Circuit Trek. The journey to the foothill of Mt. Manaslu is as the part of the acclimatization activities. On the way to the Manaslu Base Camp (4800 m), trekkers can explore the gorgeous Birendra Lake (3700 m) which is in the lap of the mountains and green lush forests environment. The importance of the acclimatization is there but the sheer beauty of this lake enhances the overall trekking experiences.
Do you know that the Langtang Valley Trek and the Manaslu Circuit Trek along with the Tsum Valley Trek are major trekking trips to do in Nepal for monasteries’ exploration? Yes, there are monasteries which were built 500 to 700 years before and visited by the Guru Padmasambha himself. In addition, there are many legends and myth associated with these monasteries that prove that the region is spiritually powerful. Major monasteries of the Manaslu Circuit Trek in Nepal are Serang Gompa, Rachen Gompa, Samdo Monastery, Lho Monastery, Pungyen Monastery, etc. are on the Manaslu Circuit Trek route. However, there are many monasteries in the region including the monasteries present in the Tsum Valley Trek.
With the Hikers Himalaya, your journey of the Manaslu Trek is always authentic and captivating. Our trekking itinerary is different than others because we always deploy locals as a trekking guide and porters. In addition, our plan includes the local taste where you get chance to know the places that other trekkers don’t get. The trekking package cost for the Manaslu Circuit Trek starts from 955 $ per person for a standard trekking plan. You can contact our travel planners and customize the trekking trip. The price changes according to your preferences and the group size.
The highest point on the Manaslu Circuit Trek in Nepal is the altitude of the Larke La Pass which is 5106 m from sea level. The mountain pass is one of the longest high passes of Nepal. Therefore, you need to heed the instructions of the trekking guide while navigating through the pass. The journey is tiring from dawn to dusk but the scenery of mountains, glaciers, and valleys help trekkers to forget about the tiredness! The Larke La Pass connects Dharmasala of Manaslu region and Bimthang village of the Annapurna Circuit Trek region.
Besides the Manaslu Circuit Trek, you can also do the various side trips from the trail. Major side trips to do from the Manaslu Trek route are Tsum Valley Trek, Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek, Manaslu Base Camp Trek, and the Rupinala Trek.
Please contact the travel planners of the Hikers Himalaya for authentic, affordable, and momentous Manaslu Circuit Trek in Nepal at an affordable rate.
Day 01: Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu (1350 m) and transfer to hotel
Day 02: Drive from Kathmandu to MachhaKhola -8/9 hours
Day 03: Trek from Machhakhola (1410 m) to Jagat – 6 hours
Day 04: Trek from Jagat (1,410 m) to Dyang – 7-8 hours
Day 05: Trek from Dyang (1,800 m) to Namrung – 8 hours
Day 06: Trek from Namrung village (2660 m) to Shyala – 6-7 hours
Day 07: Visit Pungyen Monastery then trek to Samagaun (3585 m) – 6 hours
Day 07: Acclimatization Day Hike to Manaslu Base Camp (4800 m) – 7/8 hours
Day 08: Trek from Samagaun to Samdo (3,860 m) – 3-4 hours
Day 09: Trek to Dharmasala / Larkya La Phedi (4,460 m) – 4/5 hours
Day 10: Cross Larkya la 5,106 m and decent to Bhimthang – 8-9 hours
Day 11: Trek from Bhimthang (3,720 m) to Tilje village – 5-6 hours
Day 12: Drive back to Kathmandu via Bensisahar – 9 hours
Day 13: International departure for homeward bound
1. Airport Pickup & drop service by private vehicle.
2.Two nights Boutique hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast.
3.During the trek three times full board meals like a (Breakfast - lunch - Dinner) with 3 times cup of tea or coffee
4. Manaslu Conservation Area permits.
5.Annapurna Conservation Area Permit.
6.Kathmandu to Sotikhola and Besi Sahar to Kathmandu by deluxe local bus.
7.Dharapani to Besisahar by sharing jeep
8.During the trek seasonal fresh fruit after each dinner.
9.Government register expert and knowledgeable trekking Guide (Including all expenses Salary, Food, Accommodation, Transportation, and Insurance)
10. Twin sharing private room throughout the trek.
11. Arrangement of Emergency Helicopter service which will be paid for by your Travel insurance company.
Medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).
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.
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.
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.
Before beginning this journey, you must get the Manaslu Conservation Area Permit, the Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP), and the Restricted Area Permit.
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.
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.
My boyfriend and I just completed MCT with Sims and Ram from Hikers Himalaya and couldn’t have had a better experience! From the planning beforehand with Bibek, who was so detailed in answering all our questions, to the trek itself, our experience was an 11/10. Sims and Ram had the best vibes, taught us a ton about the cultures of the towns we passed, put us up in the best tea houses and made our trek smooth and unforgettable. We felt very cared for – you could really tell that the team at Hikers Himalaya work well together! Thank you guys so much!!! You’re the best :))
I couldn’t recommend Hikers Himalaya more. Me and my partner trekked the Manaslu Circuit in October and we had the best time. Bibek our guide was kind, knowledgeable, experienced and spoke excellent English. Safety was the number one priority closely followed by having fun. Bibek was very flexible and made sure we got the most from our trek. After trekking in Nepal a couple times now there is no other company I would book to trek with. Thank you for the most amazing experience.
My partner and I have just finished the 12 day Manaslu circuit trek (10 days hiking) and had the best time. I cannot recommend Hikers Himalaya and Bibek enough. From the very first email it was so professional. His email etiquette and language was so clear and concise. We were able to curate the itinerary to what worked best for us and he very accommodating of all requests.
On the hike his positive energy, clear communication and planning made the trip so enjoyable. I particularly loved how he would describe each day and let us know when we were coming to a tough section. His time estimates were always spot on.
We were able to make changes on the hike pending how we were feeling. The tea houses that he selected were always good quality and provided us a comfortable nights sleep.
Bibek will always go above and beyond to do what he can for you. This is my 2nd trek in Nepal and when I come back I will absolutely rebook with Hikers Himalaya and Bibek.
My favourite part about Hikers Himalaya is that it is a small company, where what you pay goes straight to the guides rather than a bigger company keeping most of the profits.
If you’re considering a trek in Nepal then make sure you speak to Bibek!!
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