Manaslu Circuit Trek

‘the breathtaking journey around world 8th highest peak Manaslu and experience the unique Tibetan culture’

Manaslu Circuit Trek is one of the most magnificent off the beaten trekking around the World’s third highest peak, the majestic Mount Manaslu which stands at the height of 8163 m/ 26781.49 ft above the sea level. The trail was officially opened to foreigners in 1991 and still treated as one of the restricted region trekking in Nepal unlike Annapurna Base Camp Trek and Everest Base Camp Trek. The trekking offers to witness the amazing biological diversity of the region with its rich local heritage.

The beginning of the trail follows the Budhi Gandaki river with deep, long river gorge and crossing with many suspension bridges after a scenic 6-7 hours of drive to Soti Khola. It offers the entire thing which the nature lover presumes on their breathtaking journey. On this trek, the travelers walk from lush sub-tropic to the highest mountains in the world.The crossing of the challenging Himalayan Larkye-La Pass which stands at the elevation of 5106 m/16751.91 fits one of the attracting features of this trek. Witnessing the dense rhododendron forests with scattered wild inhabitants including the blue sheep is another highlight of Manaslu Circuit Trek.

On the Manaslu Circuit trail, one can accumulate the delightful cultural experience of the Tibetan people. Also, the traveler gets a chance witness the traditional Buddhists temples and other Buddhists architectures throughout the journey.

The trek is wild and remote, yet gaining its popularity since 2010 which is resulting in the construction of teahouses on the trail for the easiness of the trekkers.

Manaslu Circuit Trek Profile:        

Trip Mode:                     Hotel/ Teahouse on treks

Trekking grade:            Moderate & Adventurous

Climate:                            Hot (at sub-tropical regions) & Cold (at Himalayan regions)

Maximum Altitude:     5106 m / 16751.91 ft at Larke-La Pass

Activities:                         Cultural and scenic trek with exciting drives

Trip duration:                14 Nights & 15 Days (Kathmandu-Kathmandu)

Best Seasons for Manaslu Circuit Trekking:

March- April:

It pretends as one of the best seasons to trek the Manaslu Circuit as it offers a good weather, clear sky with the beautiful blooming rhododendrons.

October-November-December:

The perfect season to trek the Manaslu region as one can capture the magnificent view of the entire Manaslu region with the crystal clear sky.

Requirements & Permits for Manaslu Circuit Trek:

• 2 trekkers and a registered trekking guide(because of the restricted region trekking)
• 4 passport size photos of each trekker
• Manaslu Special Permit: US$70 first 7 Days (September-November) US$ 50 other times of the year + US$10 per day thereafter
• MCAP(Manaslu Conservation Area Project)& ACAP(Annapurna Conservation Area Project ) permits $23 each
• No TIMS card required

Outline Itinerary for Manaslu Trekking:

Day 1: Arrive Kathmandu via TIA Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel.

Day 2: Kathmandu – Arughat –  SotiKhola by bus (800m, 6/7 hrs)

Day 3: SotiKhola to MachhaKhola(890m, 17km,6/7hrs)

Day 4: MachhaKhola to Jagat (1410m, 24km, 6/7hrs)

Day 5: Jagat to Deng (1800m, 25km, 6/7hrs)

Day 6: Deng to Namrung(2660m)

Day 7: Namrung to LhoGham(3180m)

Day 8: LhoGham to Samagaon(3530m, 15km,6hrs)

Day 9: Samagaon (Rest Day)

Day 10: Samagaon to Samdo(3860m,7km,3hrs)

Day 11: Samdo to LarkyaPhedi(4480m, 7km, 3/4hrs)

Day 12: LarkyaPhedi to Bimthang(3720m, 16km, 10hrs)

Day 13: Bimthang to Tilje(2300m, 17km 6/7hrs)

Day 14: Tilje – Chamche(1410m, 16km, 7/8hrs)

Day 15: Chamje to Besisahar by Jeep and Besisahar to Kathmandu (1334m) by Bus (7-8 hrs)

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