Around Manaslu Trek

Trip Details

Start/End: Kathmandu to Kathmandu

Duration: 18 days

Difficulty: Medium to Hard

Maximum Elevation: 5,100 m (Larke La)

Best Time: October - November & March - April

Accommodation: Lodges / Tea houses

Mt. Manaslu trekking region was officially opened for trekking in 1991. The trekking area is named after Mt. Manaslu (8,156m) which is the eighth-highest peak in the world. The trek starts from Soti Khola. This trek is culturally fascinating and geographically spectacular. The inhabitants of the lower parts of the area are Gurungs, Magars, and Tamangs, and in the upper part of the Manaslu area are Bhotias, who migrated to Nepal from Tibet in the early 16th century. This trek offers many view ranges of the Annapurna Himalayas, Manaslu (8,163 m), Shringi Himal (7,187 m), and Ganesh Himal (7,406 m) which soars and spreads from east to west. The Himalayan views of the route are awesome and Larke La (5,100 m) is one of the most dramatic pass crossings within the great Himalayas. This route spreads across the Tibetan border and requires a special permit because of the restricted area.

Trip Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu, pick up at the airport and transfer to hotel

Day 02: City Sightseeing around Kathmandu and preparation for the trek

Day 03: Drive Kathmandu to Sotikhola (710 m / 2,329 ft)

Day 04: Trek Soti Khola to Maccha Khola (900 m / 2,952 ft)

Day 05: Trek Maccha Khola to Jagat (1,410 m / 4,625 ft)

Day 06: Trek Jagat to Deng (1,804 m / 5,118 ft)

Day 07: Trek Deng to Namrung (2,630 m / 8,628 ft)

Day 08: Trek Namrung to Lho (3,500 m / 11,482 ft)

Day 09: Trek Lho to Samagaon (3,530 m / 11,581 ft)

Day 10: Acclimatization day at Samagaon, a side trip to Manaslu Base Camp

Day 11: Trek Samagaon to Samdo (3,860 m / 12,634 ft)

Day 12: Trek Samdo to Dharamsala/Larke Phedi (4,460 m / 15,288 ft)

Day 13: Trek Larke Phedi to Bimthang (3,720 m / 12,204 ft) over crossing Larke La (5,160 m / 16,929 ft)

Day 14: Trek Bimthang to Gho (2,560 m / 8,398 ft)

Day 15: Trek Gho to Taal (1,700 m / 5,577 ft)

Day 16: Drive Taal to Kathmandu

Day 17: Leisure in Kathmandu

Day 18: Final departure, drop at the international airport

Trip Info

Major Attraction

Ascend Larkya La Pass (5,167 m) the highest point of the journey
Experience the stunning mountain views of Manaslu, Himlung, Annapurna II, and Ganesh Himal
The trail leads through the diversified unspoiled ecosystems of the Manaslu region
The glance of Manaslu Conservation Area - home to the vast range of biodiversities
Experience the local villages and the blend of Nepalese and Tibetan cultures

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Fixed Departure

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PRICE INCLUDED

3 star rated Hotel in Kathmandu with twin share room (BB plan)
Meals and accomodation on the trek (Breakfasts, Lunches, Dinners with hot drinks)
Government licensed English and Hindi speaking local guide
The required number of local staff and porters
Ground transfers as appropriate for trekking itinerary
Airfares as appropriate for internal flight transfer as part of trekking itinerary
Appropriate trekking permits, fees and government taxes
Medical kit (Necessary equipments for healthcare)
Refundable Down jacket and Duffle bag for trekking

PRICE EXCLUDED

International flight to/from Kathmandu
Your own travel/trekking insurance
Appropriate visa fees
Soft and hard beverages on the trek
Personal trekking equipment/gears
Tip for trekking staff and driver
Any other expenses which are not mentioned on the cost price included section.

Trip Review

Carsten Krage 2 years ago

After having been to Nepal for trekking several times before, we came to Nepal in October 2019 to hike the Manaslu Circuit. It was important to us that the tour was led by Bir Rai, a guide whom we have hiked with on earlier treks, too. Together with two porters and Bir Rai we started the tour by jeep from Kathmandu. The first few days of the trek led us up the narrow valley of Budhi Khola, this part of the trek is not suitable for people with fear of heights. The valley became more open as we reached higher altitudes. Bir Rai was again a perfect guide who led our trek very safely and reliably. We are from the coast, so the sea and flat land are our accustomed landscape. Even though we have done long treks in Nepal several times before, our guide is indispensable to the tour: planning, organizing and leading the trek, providing safety and knowledge. Having Bir Rai take care of everything before and during the trek provided us with freedom and peace to fully engage with the fantastic landscape, the people and the hiking itself.

The day over the Larkya La pass was long but very impressive. It was a great feeling to reach the top and to have made it up there. Instead of views of Mount Manaslu we now saw the Annapurnas and the Dhaulagiri quite closely. After another two days we reached the route in Dharapani which we had last hiked 27 years ago on the Annapurna Circuit to Thorung La.

We will definitely go trekking in Nepal again. Like last time, we already developed ideas for the next hike with Bir Rai at the end of this hike around Manaslu Circuit. In any case, we will again rely on our proven guide.

Carsten (60) and Leena (54) Krage

Kiel, Germany

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