Manaslu circuit trek is one of the most popular trekking destination in Manaslu region. This trek is an idyllic trek for those who miss trekking in Annapurna region during its golden age. This region is not crowded as other popular trekking destination. This route offers the most spectacular view of peaks over (6,500 m /21,300 ft), and over (7,000 m /23,000 ft.) like Annapurna, Manaslu (8,156 m/26,759 ft), Dhaulagiri (8,167 m/26,795 ft), Ngadi Chuli (7,871 m/25,823 ft), Hiunchuli (6,441 m/21,130 ft), Ganesh Himal(7,422 m/24,350 ft) and many other peaks. The highlights of the Manaslu circuit trek are experiencing the ancient rich tradition and culture of Tibetan, visiting ancient Gompas, passing Larkya- La pass (5,105 m.), close up view of the Manaslu glacier from Manaslu base camp, spectacular mountain view, scenic villages and farmlands, deep gorge and fissures and many more. Tsum valley is another famous trekking destination in Manaslu region.

Manaslu circuit trekking route open in 1992 for trekker. This route is surrounded of world’s eight highest Manaslu Himalaya (8,156 m). Route offers geographical barriers, hiking villages, ancient civilization, dense forest and many more. This route is rich in culture of Gurung and Tibetan. We can see culture and lifestyle of high region people. Word Manaslu came from Sanskrit; which means soul and this Himalaya also known as mountain of spirit. Trekking around Manaslu is one of the delightful adventures. Pass traditional villages, rivers, bloom rhododendron forests and spectacular view of mountain peaks from very close. Walking through Larkya La Pass (5,125 m) which is highest point of Manaslu circuit trek.

Manaslu region trek starts from Aarughat after you take a bus from Kathmandu to Gorkha and Gorkha to Aarughat and ends at Besisahar. Manaslu circuit trekking route passes through authentic Hindu and Tibetan villages, picturesque farmland, Yak pastures, Mani walls, chortens, ancient monasteries, high passes, deep gorge and fissures of Marsyangdi River. As you trek up passing through the terraced mountain meadows and villages, forests of pine the trail opens up to the alpine meadows with small patch of Tibetan village Samagaon on the foot of Himalayas. From the village you will head west crossing Larkya- La pass. The route is classic and tough enough which links Budhi Gandaki River with Marsyangdi River. You will then descend down through alpine meadows, passing through the village of Bimtang you will join Annapurna Circuit trekking route. From there you will further trek down to Beshisahar. To complete this trekking you should have average health and good physical condition.

Outline Itinerary

Day 01: Kathmandu (1,400 m) Arrival Day.

Day 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing day

Day 03: Drive 126 km to Arughat (550 m) to Soti Khola (597 m).

Day 04: Trek to Machhakhola (825 m).~ 6 hours

Day 05: Trek to Jagat (1330 m).~ 6-7 hours

Day 06: Trek to Deng (1,860 m).~ 6-7 hours

Day 07: Trek to Namrung (2,580 m).~ 6-7 hours

Day 08: Trek to Samagaon (3,480 m).~ 6-7 hours

Day 09: Rest day at Samagaon

Day 10: Trek to Samdo (3,865 m).~ 3-4 hours

Day 11: Trek to Dharamsala/ Larke Phedi (4,470 m).~ 4-5 hours

Day 12: Trek to Bimtang via Larke La Pass (5,125 m).~ 8-10 hours

Day 13: Trek to Tilije (2,255 m).~ 5-6 hours

Day 14: Trek down to Chamje (1,430 m).~ 5-6 hours

Day 15: Trek to Ngadi Phedi (850 m).~ 6 hours

Day 16: Trek to Besisahar and drive back to Kathmandu (1,400 m).~ Drive 180 km, 6-7 hours

Day 17: Departure day

More Information

Meals:

When you travel to the new place for your holiday, food is most concern part of travel. While, traveling with Yarsa treks, you can experience the delightful cuisine of typical Nepali food, continental food, Italian food, Chinese food and different international cuisine. You will be suggested by your guide for good food during your trip. During the trek do not order many dishes and waste food, they have to cater more trekkers before they run off stuck. It is very hard and takes week or more for caravan and porter to brings the food in these places. You will take lunch in route side, breakfast and dinner will arrange in the same lodge/Tea house.

Drinking Water:

During the trek you can get the bottled water but it is hard to dispose plastic and it will be the big problem for environment. We will provide purified mineral water during trek. In tea house you can get bottle water and mineral water in additional cost. It will better to drink mineral water rather than bottled water.

Accommodations:

We provide you best touristic hotel in Kathmandu/Pokhara with best location. During the trek tea house is main accommodation for trekkers. A tea house is combination of lodge and restaurant. In the tea house lodge are fairly basic, some tea house you can get separate room but in the high altitude rooms are spare with two beds with blanket and little additional furniture. There will be large dining room where you can get the warm by Bukhara stove. In the tea house there will be the solar electricity but these days most of the tea houses have electricity for charge Camera, Mobile phones and other small appliances.

Things to take:

This is very active trip we can’t stay in same place. You can take very light and necessary things. You will get porter he will carry 30 kg it means 2 trekkers=1 porter. Porters are allowed to carry 30 kg of your stuff. Porter will carry your necessary stuff in duffel bag.

Altitude Map & Route Map:

Yarsa Treks will provide you complete route map and altitude map. At the end of the trip we will provide you Yarsa Treks T-shirt for the memory of trekking with us.

Health & Fitness:

These treks are some of moderate and some of strenuous, passionate trekkers should have ability to walk for 4-7 hours a day. Trekking to the high altitude is more challenging than the low altitude. To complete the trip we have good health, average physical fitness, passionate, confidence, determination and positive attitude. If you have past hiking experience or exercising habits it will be the better for your trek. If you have pre-existing health problem such as lung, heart and other diseases it is better to consult with your doctor or inform Yarsa treks before booking the trip.

Suitable Time to Trek:

For Trekking to the high altitude we should concern about the weather condition. Autumn (Sept-Nov) and spring (March-May) is the best season for trekking in Himalayas. Trekking in summer and Monsoon (June-Aug) is affected by rain. You can also trek in winter but tempters could be most harsh for most trekkers.

Trip Dates/Cost:

Check available start date in our site and for cost please contact us for your departure date.

Important Notes:

If you’re confused to pack up your necessary things just see in the check list tab. Bring light and necessary things. You will need medium size bag to carry your daily usable stuff. The weather is subject to change in high altitude so layered clothing is recommended throughout the trek.

Note: We can customize trip as possible client’s time frame. we are delighted to take you Himalayan region according to the route.