Manaslu Circuit Trek / Manaslu Round Trek

About Trip

Manaslu Circuit Trek, one of the best treks in Nepal. This Trek combines the high of the Himalayas and its natural beauty with rich cultural heritage and biological diversity. Manaslu, located east of the Annapurna range is the world's eight highest peak and was opened to foreigners since 1992. Manaslu is a laborious trek that demands experience along with good physical well being. The rigorous trek ascends through Budi Gandaki River offering numerous rivers and waterfalls to Larkya La Pass (5213 m), the highest point in the trek, providing striking views of Himalchuli, Manaslu (8156 m), Ganesh Himal and other various mountains. En route, diverse landscape and variety in flora and fauna amazes anyone.

The laborious part of trekking along Manaslu circuit Trek starts from Samagoan (3450 m) where you could get lucky to see the frozen green lake of Birendra. However, the biggest challenge awaits - crossing the snow clad Larkye La pass (5213m), which is a mere 8 km from the Tibet border, and offers classic views of Himlung Himal (7,126 m), Cheo Himal, Gyaji Kang, Kang guru (6,981m) and Annapurna II (7,937m). From Larkya La (Larkya Pass), we take a steep descend along a snow covered trail down to Tanbuche. Then we follow a narrow trail to the Dudh Khola (White River) banks passing through magnificent forests of rhododendron, Pine and Juniper. A further descent transforms the alpine vegetation to subtropical greenness. Then the walk through the Marshyangdi River to Besishahar marks the end of the Trek.

Trip Highlights

An insight into Tibetan culture can be acquired through various monasteries and Tibetan settlements along with views of Tibet and mountain ranges. Bathing pools, lakes and waterfalls surrounded by alpine and tropical forests are abundant as you pass through tea houses and enjoy home stays.

The magical/mystical view of the mountains along with balanced ecosystems, rich culture and genuine adventure for trekkers as they climb to the base of Mount Manaslu makes the trek very special.

Outline Itinerary

Day 01:Arrive Kathmandu

Day 02:Manaslu Restricted area preparation and briefing of Trek.

Day 03:Drive to Soti Khola (800m) 4×4 Jeep

Day 04:Trek Soti Khola to Machha Khola (890m)

Day 05:Machha Khola to Jagat (1410m)

Day 06:Jagat to Deng (1800m)

Day 07:Deng to Namrung (2660m)

Day 08:Namrung to Lho Gham (3180m)

Day 09:Lho Gham to Samagaon (3530m)

Day 10:Samagaon (rest day) Trek to Manaslu Base Camp or Pungyen Gompa and Birendra Tal.

Day 11:Samagaon to Samdo (3860m)

Day 12:Samdo to Larkya Phedi (4480m) Pass

Day 13:Larkya Phedi to Bimthang (3720m) – climb the Larkya La (5100m)

Day 14:Bimthang to Tilje (2300m)

Day 15:Tilje – Chamche (1410m)

Day 16:Jeep drive to Kathmandu a private jeep back to the capital

Day 17:Depart Kathmandu

COST INCLUDES

Airport Pick up and drop off service by Private Coach.

2 night's accommodation with breakfast at standard Hotel in Kathmandu.

Three time food in a day (breakfast, lunch and dinner) while you are on trekking.

Tea House accommodation during the trek.

Professional English speaking trekking guide (trained by Ministry of tourism) his food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipments etc.

jeep to go to arughat and back from beshishahar.

Annapurna conservation permits & TIMS Permits.

Tourist service charge, Vat.

One map Manasalu Trekking for the group .

COST EXCLUDES

International airfare and Nepal Visa Fees.

Nepal Travel insurance.

Food in Kathmandu and Pokhara.

Travel/Medical insurance and Emergency evacuation cost if needed.

Personal expenses such as phone call, drinks, donation, souvenirs etc.

Expenses occurred due to unavoidable Events i.e. road wrecks, flight delays etc.

Tips for guide, porter (it is expected).