Manaslu Circuit trek is often regarding as the best treks in Nepal. Manaslu Circuit Trekking is enjoyable and difficult. Starting from Soti Khola and crossing the snowbound Larkya La pass (5213m), bamboo, pine timber, waterfalls and aqua-blue-green lakes laced with cotton-white beaches, etc.
Manaslu Circuit trek is often regarding as the best treks in Nepal. Manaslu Circuit Trekking is enjoyable and difficult. Starting from Soti Khola and crossing the snowbound Larkya La pass (5213m), bamboo, pine timber, waterfalls and aqua-blue-green lakes laced with cotton-white beaches, etc. We pass via exciting and one of the traditional Tibetan Buddhist cultural villages of Samagaon, Sirdibas, and Samdo and the way is joint to Dharapani which is Marsyangdi valley in Annapurna circuit path. It is now a great alternative to the Annapurna circuit trek. This 16 days trek starts from Sotikhola and ends at Dharapani. It can be extended to 22 days with an addition of a side trek of Tsum valley treks.
Arrival in Kathmandu 1338m
Manaslu Circuit Trek, 13 Days
Upon your arrival at International Airport, Kathmandu, I will welcome you and then take you to the hotel. Overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu.
After an early morning breakfast, you drive to Machha Khola on a land cruiser. You
will follow the Budhi Gandaki River towards the northern side and pass through
Morder and Simre villages. It will be a bumping and winding dirt road drive which
will take around 7-8 hours. Overnight at a lodge in Machha Khola.
You cross over Khorlabesi and reach the natural hot spring called Tatopani. After
spending some time here, you climb a hill and cross the suspension bridge over
Budhi Gandaki River. Climb down the stairs and cross another suspension bridge,
then you arrive in Jagat. It will be a 6-7 hours trek. Overnight at a lodge in Jagat.
On this day, you climb over the rọcky ridge to reach Salleri. You then head towards
Sirdibas and continue the trek passing a long suspension bridge to reach Philim.
Crossing the fields, you will reach Ekle Bhatti where you will have lunch. Then you
pass through the bamboo forest and cross a stream to reach Deng. Overnight at a
lodge in Deng.
Today's trek is a little longer and harder. It will be a 5-6 hours trek. There are
many mustard fields and waterfalls along the way. As you head further, you can
see carvings on the stones of various images of Buddha in meditation. You pass
the rhododendron forests and cross some wooden bridges. Then, a climb through
some stairs and a walk through the pine forest will take you to the neat village of
Namrung. Overnight at a lodgę in Namrung.
We leave Namrung early in the morning and walk across Honang River. After some
hours of walking, you reach Lho Gaon, from where you can get a good view of Mt
Manaslu (8156m). It will then be an easy walk to Shyala (3500m) through the pine
and rhododendron forest. As you move ahead, yak pastureland and stone houses
come into your sight. Overnight at a lodge in Samagaon.
This day is set for you to rest and get adjusted to the high altitude. There are
various places to visit in Samagaon like Birendra Tal or Anie Gompa. Afterward,
the team will hike up to Manaslu Base Camp. From the base camp, you get a
wonderful view of Mt Manaslu (8156m). After spending some time at the base
camp, you return back to Samagaon for the overnight stay. Overnight at a lodge in
Samagaon.
After breakfast, you follow the Budhi Gandaki River and cross a suspension bridge.
The trek further is easy as you pass Mani walls and juniper forests. This trek will
take 3-4 hours. Your final destination of the day is Samdo village, which is
dedicated to yak herding as it has more animals and fodder than the human
population. Overnight at a lodge in Samdo.
It will be an early morning trek as you head for Dharamsala. This trek will take
around 3-4 hours. Walking past monasteries, you cross the bridge over Budhi
Gandaki River to arrive in Larkya Bazaar. From there on, you ascend on the
moraines of Syacha Glacier as you walk through the Mani walls and stone huts
until you arrive in Dharamsala. You get to see some great views of the
snowcapped mountains. Overnight at a lodge in Dharamsala.
A short walk takes you to a valley which offers great views of Cheo Himal (6812m)
and Larke Peak (6249m). Ascending on the steep and icy trail through Larkya
Glacier, you reach the top of Larkya La Pass (5106m), the highest point of this trek.
The pass provides wonderful views of mountains like Himlung (7126m),
Annapurna ll (7937 m), and Cheo Himal (6812 m). You then descend to a more
leveled path and make your way to Bimthang. Overnight at a lodge in Bimthang.
After breakfast, you trek downhil through the bamboo, rhododendron, and pine
forests. Lunch will be at a small tea house on the way. After 5-6 hours of trekking,
you arrive in Tilije which is a large Gurung village. Witness the architecture and
culture of the village and enjoy the local meal. Overnight at a lodge in Tilije.
In the morning, we take the land cruiser and drive back to Kathmandu. It will take 9 hours to get back to Kathmandu. The glorious mountains and fascinating landscapes will accompany you on your way to Kathmandu.Overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu.
The 13 days long trip comes to an end. After a fulfilling breakfast at the hotel, I will transfer you to the airport 3 hours before your flight schedule.
All inclusive Trek Price for individual/solo trekker; USD 2110
All inclusive Trek Price for 2 trekkers basis; USD 1530per person
All inclusive Trek Price for 3 trekkers basis; USD 1470 per person
All inclusive Trek Price for 4 trekkers basis; USD 1405 per person
This is a general itinerary, which can always individually be “tailormade”. The trek package can be redesigned or redeveloped as per your taste,
Note: In case of emergency during the trip, Helicopter will be arranged by nepal trekkersclub. The charges must be paid by the clients themselves.
