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12 days Manaslu Circuit Trek

  • 5,160M
  • Any
  • Quite Tough
Duration

11N/12D

Transportation

Private Vehicle and Route Vehicle

Accommodation

Tea Houses and Lodges

Region

Manaslu Region

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Overview

The Manaslu Circuit Trekking offers a remarkable adventure in the Nepalese Himalayas, circling the majestic Manaslu, the world's eighth-highest peak at 8,163 meters. This trek provides an enchanting blend of natural beauty and cultural richness, traversing lush subtropical forests, terraced fields, and glacial valleys while passing through traditional villages inhabited by diverse ethnic groups such as the Gurung and Tibetan communities. The journey's highlight is crossing the Larkya La Pass, a challenging but rewarding feat that offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding peaks. With fewer crowds compared to other popular treks, the Manaslu Circuit Trekking promises an immersive and serene experience for trekkers seeking both adventure and tranquility.

Highlights

  1. The majestic views of snow-capped mountains, including Ganesh Himal, Manaslu, Larke peak, etc., from Larke la pass.
  2. Experiencing the unique culture, heritage, and lifestyle of the Himalayan people
  3. Magical views of Himalayan mountains, green forests, serene rivers, and other landscapes
  4. Observing snow-capped mountains of the region, including Himlung Himal, Manaslu, Annapurna, Kang Guru, Cheo Himal, and others
  5. Crossing Larkya La Pass, which is the highest point along the trail
  6. Passing through dense forests and exploring rich and endangered flora and fauna of the region including Himalayan Tahr, snow leopard, and others
  7. Incredible hospitality of local people


Itinerary

Day 1

Drive from Kathmandu to Machha Khola, which will take about 8-9 hours depending upon road conditions and traffic. Drive along the banks of the sacred Budhi Gandaki River. The Machha Khola lies in the Gorkha district of Mid-West Nepal. The drive leads to warmer areas passing many farm villages and towns following the Trisuli River and Budi Gandakii River too. Overnight at a local guest house with a beautiful valley.

Melas: Breakfast only

Overnight in Machha Khola, Tea House

Day 2

After an overnight at Machakhola morning leads Buri Gandaki River upstream, to reach at Khorla Beshi a small farm village. The ways go on a pleasant winding path to reach Tatopani “Hot Spring,” here with a wonderful opportunity for hot bathing time permitting. After a nice break with a rest walk, carry on to Yaruphant, following the river to reach Jagat village. After then crossing a short suspension bridge, this is a moderately sized farm village with shops and stores.

Meals : Breakfast Only

Overnight in Jagat, Tea House

Day 3

From Jagat, the journey continues to higher encountering many small farm villages of Sidibas Bazaar. As well which is a pretty village, after rest then a short climb with a downhill crossing over the suspension bridge to reach Nagjet, then climb up to Philim, a large village with scattered farmhouses, Philim the trail onwards through farm terraces of golden fields of wheat and barley, then a climb on rocky ridge top into bamboo forest area to our an overnight stop at Dyang village.

Meals : Breakfast Only

Overnight in Dyang, Tea House

Day 4

From Deng, pass by the beautiful forest and numerous Tibetan mani walls. (intricately hand-carved stone walls with Buddhist scriptures), weaving in and out of canyons. The trail is mostly gradual up and walks into the open valley. Enter into a colorful forest of firs, oaks, and rhododendrons before arriving in the settlement of Namrung for an overnight stay. (19.5km)

Meals : Breakfast Only

Overnight in Namrung, Comfort Lodge

Day 5

Having a wonderful stay at Namrung village we'll toward the Syala village and it takes 6 to 7 hours to get there. The trail is completely gradually up with a thrilling walk to the lap of the mountains. Even though we pass through separate villages like Lho village, local culture, historical Buddist monasteries, landscapes, and glowing mountains. The Lho village is a massive where you can explore authentic houses with the largest Buddist monastery, Mout Manaslu, Buddhist Chhorten, and numerous peaks too. Shyala is an amazing place surrounded by the majesty of Manaslu Himalays also you can see Mt Manaslu very closely and relish an amazing view of Mount Manaslu.

Meals : Breakfast Only

Overnight in Shyala, Tea House

Day 6

After breakfast, we will go to visit Pungyen Monastery after that we'll head to Samagaun. Pungyen Monastery represents the spiritual serenity and cultural richness of the Manaslu region. This sacred site offers devotees and travelers will have the occasion to perceive the hidden gems of the unique culture of Tibetan Buddhism. After visiting the holly place we head to Samagaun through the magnificent place with pine and juniper trees with sparking peaks. An overnight stay at the beautiful village at Samagaun.

Meals : Breakfast Only

Overnight in Samagaun, Comfort Lodge

Day 7

An important rest or free day for good acclimatization before heading to high areas and to Larkya-La pass, on this free day explore the villages with a short hike around. Today we're going to hike to the world's 8th Base Camp of Manaslu. It takes 5 to 6 hours up and down including the Birendra lake as well. The Manaslu base camp lies at 4620 meters above sea level and it would be the best hike and meaningful hike throughout the trip. You will extremely soak into the hidden gems of nature and culture of the Manaslu region. The Manaslu base camp hike is quite thought in comparison to the Pungyen Gumpa. Before hiking to Manaslu Base Camp better to pack a lunch, fill enough water, and carry the necessary gear like a trekking pole, warm jacket, gloves, sunglass, and warm head.

Meals : Breakfast Only

Overnight in Samagaun, Comfort Lodge

Day 8

Today walk for about 5 to 6 hours, heading towards the last village at Samdo which is close to the Tibet border. The Samdo village is the largest beautiful and highest village before Lakrya La Pass 5106 m. Where you can explore the local culture, traditions, customs, and monasteries with a mesmerizing scenario of the Manaslu Himalayas. This village has combined the Tibet border where you can find many Chinese goods.

Meals : Breakfast Only

Overnight in Samdo, Tea House

Day 9

A short day to Larkya Phedi as known Dharmasala (4600 m) after a nice stop at Samdo village, Before crossing an icy stream and then heading towards a drier barren area, the trek today is not that hard except for rapid altitude gain. A few hours gradually and down to complete the morning walk at Larkya Phedi, meaning the base of the hill or pass, the afternoon is free for leisure for a short hike. We suggest you ascend up at least two hundred when you reach at Dharmasala.

Meals : Breakfast Only

Overnight in Dharmashala, Tea House

Day 10

Starting early morning to reach at the top of the Larkya-La pass at 5,106 m. A strenuous and long climb overlooking the awesome scenery of surrounding hills and valleys with Mt. Manaslu, Larkya Peak, Bouddha Himal, Himalchuli, and of Peak 29. After a steep climb eventually, you'll be reaching the top of the Larkya La pass, festooned with Buddhist prayer flags and stunning views. Such an amazing time at theLarkya la we'll extremely descend to Bimthang village. The coming down would be slippery and tough so highly recommend bringing crampons and a trekking pole. An overnight stay in Bhimtang village with a majesty valley.

Meals : Breakfast Only

Overnight in Bhimtang, Comfort Lodge

Day 11

After a tough walk on the Larkya-La pass, today will be a pleasant walk on the gradual downhill through the Gho village then will reach Tilje village. As well, The walk also enters through pristine woodlands full of rhododendrons, pines, and oak tree lines passing several farm shades to reach the Phurke Khola. From Bhimthang the trail is mostly downhill and this trail combines the dharapani with the popular Annapurna Circuit Trail. We will go through the Phurke Khola then eventually reach the beautiful Tilje village and where you can find the sharing jeep to Besisahar. An overnight stay beautiful local guest house.

Meals : Breakfast Only

Overnight in Tilje, Tea House

Day 12

After having breakfast we will head to Besisahar by local sharing jeep and it takes 3 hours to get to Besisahar. After that, we will drive back to Kathmandu, and approximately 6-7 hours to get to Kathmandu. Besides local vehicles, we highly recommend taking a private vehicle from Besisahar to Kathmandu. Our memorable adventure will be terminated in Kathmandu.

Meals : Breakfast Only

  1. Free Airport Transfers to and from Tribhuvan International Airport upon arrival and departure
  2. Standard Hotels with Bed and Breakfast Only
  3. One professional, experienced, and friendly Gaze Nepal’s government-licensed, English-speaking local guide- covers meals, flight, insurance, accommodations, and equipment for the guide and porter.
  4. SPECIAL Manaslu Trekking Permit.
  5. Trekking Information Management System (TIMS) Card.
  6. Trekking lodges or Tea House with breakfast only during the trek
  7. Water purification tablets to purify your water during the trek for safe drinking water
  8. An assistance guide for a group of 10 pax or above.
  9. Round-trip (Kathmandu - Gorkha - Dharapani - Kathmandu) transfer by private jeep and route vehicles.
  10. A basic first aid box including Diamox 
  11. Emergency rescue operation assistance will be arranged in case of complex health conditions (funded by your Travel Insurance)
  12. All government, Local taxes/ vat, and official Expenses


  1. Personal Porter Services
  2. Meals that are not mentioned in the program
  3. Nepal entry visa fees 
  4. Extra accommodations and meals before and after the trek
  5. International airfare
  6. Personal expenses such as shopping, hot and cold drinks, hot shower, hard and soft alcohols, snacks, hot and cold water, Wi-Fi, battery re-charge fee
  7. Travel insurance - insurance has to cover emergency high-altitude rescue and evacuation 
  8. Personal clothes and trekking equipment
  9. Additional costs, itinerary modifications, or delays caused by out of management control due to the weather condition, illness, change of government policies, strikes, physical condition, etc.
  10. Gratitudes to the guides and staff (Recommended by Nepali culture )
  11. Any other expenses that are not mentioned in the Price "inclusive section" of this program


Standard package

Price

USD 1200 /Per person

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