Manaslu Circuit Trek

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Manaslu Circuit Trek

14 Days Starting and ending in Kathmandu

Visiting: Kathmandu, Soti Khola, Machhakhola, Philim, Nyak, Ghap, Lho, Samagaun, Samdo, Bimthang, Dharapani, Tal

Tour operator:

Mount Adventure Holidays

Tour code:

6611

Group Type:

Private

Specialist Group:

Singles Solo

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 6

Physical rating:

Medium

Age range:

14-75

Special diets catered:

Meat, Vegetarians, Vegans, Kosher

Tour operated in:

English , French , German

Private Available:

From:

$1599

$1235 (USD) Operator discount: -$299 The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$65 -23%

Tour Overview

Manaslu Circuit Trek leads you through the beautiful forest and landscape of Manaslu national park. Visited by fewer tourists, this park is still unexploited by the modern changes. On this trek, you will see the world’s highest lake Tilicho lake at 4919 m. Manaslu national park has been home to diverse flora and fauna. During the trekking season, the trail is accompanied by a lush green forest of Rhododendron, chirping of birds, and the kaleidoscope of butterflies. The trail is clean with warm sun and a cool mountain breeze. Trekking this park can range from 10 – 33 day trip depending upon sites and weather. Manaslu base camp Trek is one of the most beautiful in Nepal. Manaslu Circuit Trek visited by only a few tourists and still unexploited by modern changes, and it is far less crowded than its more well-known peers Everest Base Camp and Annapurna Circuit.

Highlights

Crossing the highest point at Larkya La Pass (5,125M)
Unspoiled and less commercialized trekking route
Typical ethnic villages and magnificent views of Himalayas
Manaslu base camp Trek is one of the most beautiful in Nepal
Visited by fewer tourists, this park is still unexploited by the modern changes.
Manaslu national park has been home to diverse flora and fauna.

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Manaslu Circuit Trek

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Day 1 : Kathmandu – Sotikhola (715 M)

Location: Kathmandu

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today we drive around 8 hrs drive to Soti Khola to start our trip. Your tour to Manaslu Circuit begins from Kathmandu. To start, you can take a direct bus at 6 am and 8 am, from Gongabu Bus Park, Kathmandu to Arughat. Or, you can take the bus to Dhading or to Malekhu on the Prithvi Highway and take the local bus or jeep thereafter.

Day 2 : Sotikhola – Labubesi / Machhakhola (870M)

Location: Soti Khola

Accommodation: Tea House /Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today, we start trekking in the morning. And after crossing the bridge, the trek climbs up onto a ridge above the huge rapids of Budhi Gandaki and reaches to Khorsaani. Then, the trail gets a bit precarious as it passes over a big rock and crosses a stream. The rocky trail then goes up and down through a large stand of nettles, passes tropical waterfalls, and again backs down to the bank of Budhi Gandaki.

Day 3 : Machhakhola – Jagat (1410M)

Location: Machhakhola

Accommodation: Tea House /Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After a few more ups & downs, we reach to Tatopani. From the hot spring climb on over a ridge to Dobhan. Crossing a suspension bridge over the Dobhan Khola, the trail climbs on a rugged trail to Duman. we climb the stone stairs and then drop to the river and again climb more stone stairs to Tharo Bharyang. Trek along the Budhi Gandaki river then climb towards the village of Jagat.

Day 4 : Jagat – Ngyak (1950M)

Location: Philim

Accommodation: Tea House /Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

The day begins by following the river bank again for the first hour up to Ghata Khola. We then cross to the eastern bank before ascending to Philim, one of the few large settlements on this route and home to the Manaslu Conservation Area Project office.

Day 5 : Ngyak – Ghap (2050 M) 6 Hour

Location: Nyak

Accommodation: Tea House/Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

The trek takes us through a heavily forested area in a narrow valley until we reach the little settlement of Dang. We then cross the Budhi Gandaki River where the valley opens and we begin our ascent to Rana. The trail then proceeds to Ghap through several landslide zones. At this point, you must be extra careful as you walk. Plus, you must be attentive to your guide’s instruction to maintain physical safety. After the landslide zone, you will follow the trail up to Namrung.

Day 6 : Ghap – Lho (3148M) 7 Hours Guest House

Location: Ghap

Accommodation: Tea House /Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Slowly and gradually we gain altitude and enter into alpine territory. We also have increasing mountain views. On the way to Manrung, we find more Mani walls and three more crossings of the Budi Gandaki. Finally, we reach Lho where we will stay overnight. Form the place, you can catch the stunning views of Manaslu (8163m) and Manaslu North (7157m). On this day, you will gain a quite high altitude, so you must walk slowly and check your body signs.

Day 7 : Lho – Samagaon (3517M) 5 Hours Guest House

Location: Lho

Accommodation: Hotel, Lodge/Tea House

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today, we resume the trek with a steep descent and a crossing of yet another rock-strewn torrent called Thusang Khola. You will realize that Manaslu and Himalchuli dominate the entire landscape. Then on, across the glacier-fed Numla Khola, the valley drops away to a moraine while we follow the ancient trans-Himalayan trail now just a few kilometers from Tibet. Sama Gaon is the principal village of the Nubri people which holds a large gompa, many shops, a health post, heliport and telephone/wifi access, etc.

Day 8 : Samagaon – Samdo (3738 M) 5 Hours Guest House

Location: Samagaun

Accommodation: Hotel, Tea House /Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Samagaon – Samdo Descend to the Budi Gandaki, which has turned north, and follow it to a bridge over a side stream. The trail to the left leads to the Manaslu Base camp. The Larkya la Trail passes several mani walls as the valley begins to widen. It is an easy trail on a shelf above the river passing the juniper and birch forests of Kermo Kharka. We drop off the shelf, cross the Budhi Gandaki on a wooden bridge and climb steeply onto a promontory between two forks of the river(3738 m) 5 hours GuesthouseOnce at the hilltop, you will get the enticing views of Manaslu. Nearby, you will see many Himalayan Thars and Yaks grazing.

Day 9 : Rest Day In Samdo (3738 M) 4 Hours Guest House

Location: Samdo

Accommodation: Hotel, Tea House/Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Today, we will have full-day acclimatization at Samdo. We can explore the surrounding areas of Samdo today and stay here tonight. You will notice extended yak pastures up a broad valley with long mani walls, with a variety of birds.

From there, you will leave the tree line and climb to a ridge across the wooden bridge of Buri Gandaki before you reach white Kani. It is a neighboring village to Samdo, a very picturesque village dedicated to yak herding.

Once at Samdo, you can explore the nearby villages or you can hike to Samdo Peak. The Larkya La trail is on the left above the valley.

Day 10 : Samdo – Dharmashala (4480M) 4 Hours Homestay

Location: Samdo

Accommodation: Tea House/Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today’s walk starts easily enough. We cross Budhi Gandaki for a final time and pause at the old stone wall of mani inscriptions bidding us well for progress over the pass. The trail gradually rises through juniper and tundra with a viewpoint overlooking the Larkya La Glacier. Further climb will bring us to the memorable Spartan Larkya Rest House.

Day 11 : Dharmasala – Bhimtang (3890M), Larky La Pass 8 Hours Guest House

Location: Bimthang

Accommodation: Hotel, Tea House/Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

An early morning start is needed for what is to be a particularly tough and extended day. We start at approx. 4 am to avoid the gale-force wind which usually gains in strength after mid-day at the pass. After a long gradual climb alongside a moraine, we make a short descent to a glacial lake and reach the head of the moraine (4700m) which we cross to climb to the ridge top. Four frozen lakes lie below and then it is up to the crest of the Larkya La (5100m). The reward for these difficult trekking conditions is brilliant westerly views of Himlung Himal, Kanguru and Annapurna II as well as the looming omnipresence of Manaslu. Well, the descent is hardly any easier; we drop around 650m in less than an hour.

Day 12 : Bhimtang – Tilje (3010M) 7 Hours Guest House

Location: Dharapani

Accommodation: Hotel, Tea House /Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

The toughest days on the trail are behind us. We descend through meadows and through pine and rhododendron forest to reach Hampuk and then after dropping further following the course of the Dudh Khola we arrive at Karche and then onto the village of Gho. Keeping the west bank of the river, the afternoon is one of the gradual descents to the Gurung Settlement of Tilije which has a certain notoriety for apply brandy. We stay overnight in Tilije (2300m) at a local lodge.

Day 13 : Tilje – Syage (1725M) 7 Hours Guest House

Location: Tal

Accommodation: Hotel, Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Trek goes along the Dudh Khola, a tributary of the Marsyangdi River, before arriving at the confluence in DharapaniToday the trail runs gently downstream of the river passing the village of Syange where we stay overnight. The valley becomes more agricultural and lush as you pass fields and copses of oak and rhododendron, staying on the north (true right) bank until Tilije. From there, you will continue your stroll towards Dharapani and continue to syage.

Day 14 : Syange – Kathmandu 9 Hours

Location: Kathmandu

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

After completing this wonderful Manaslu Trek, we today drive back to Kathmandu. If you feel extreme tiredness, you can take a jeep from Tilje to Besi Sahar. From there, you can take a ride back to Kathmandu. Or, you can take a bus back to Kathmandu from Tal. After the 7-8 hours drive, you will get to rest in one of the sophisticated hotels in Kathmandu.

What's Included

Accommodation
Airport Transfers at Destination
Entrance Fees
Fully Guided
Meals – Full Board
Accommodation in guesthouses during the trek
Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment and medicine for all staff
special Permits and conservation fees for Manslsu and Annapurna
Sleeping bags and Down jackets for the trek (should be refunded after the trek)
Surace transportation from Kathmandu to Sotikhola and Tal to Kathmandu
One trekking map per person

What's Not Included

Tipping and Gratuities
International Travel
Country Entry Visas
All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return from mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu (and also in the case of early return from the mountain than the scheduled itinerary)
Optional trips and sightseeing if extended
Tips for guide,porter and driver.
Your travel and rescue insurance.
Nepal entry visa

Mode of Transport

During this trek, a bus, car, or Jeep may be used for transportation.

Accommodation

During this trek, accommodations will vary between hotels, tea houses, and camping sites.

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Check out our Q&As

What is your cancellation policy?

Cancellation notice is required, a minimum of 20 days prior to trip departure. If the reason is valid the Trip shall then be termed as canceled and the cancellation charge of 30% of the trip amount would be deducted from the advance paid.
What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

we will provide 3 Star Hotel in Kathmandu and Tea house/lodge is along the trek.
Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?

Yes sure, The passengers could be participating around the world on this tour.
What is the drinking water facility in the mountain?

Bottled water is easily available at the lodges and teahouses, which you can buy at the cost of USD 1 at lower elevations to USD 3 to higher elevation per liter. If you are planning to drink normal water all the way during trek, purifying water with any sort of purification tablets or drop is must. You can bring your own purifier or can purchase it in Kathmandu.
Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?

Yes, sure world wide Travelers can participate in this tour.

What is the maximum group size?

The maximum group size is 8.
Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?

All the relevant entry visa's not included in the price of the tour.
Is there a supplement for solo travellers?

Yes, there is a supplementary for travelers.
Are all entrance fees included in the price?

City and heritage tour cost is not included in this tour cost and trekking entrance fees is included.
What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?

Nepalese rupees are required for this tour.
Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

Yes, the names and details of the accommodation in cities will be made known to the travelers. But during the trek in the mountain to let know all the accommodation it’s not possible at all.
Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

Yes, there free time to explore places during the tour.
Company Instant Book

Yes, The company instant book on this tour.
What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

As long as you are reasonably fit, can walk for 6-7 hours a day and trek/hike a few uphills, Mount Adventure Holidays team will support you to the fullest to transform your dream into reality.
Are airport transfers included in this tour?

Yes, airport transfers included in this tour.
Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

Yes, Children are permitted to take part in this tour. But the children must be above 12 years.
Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

Yes, the names and details of the accommodation in cities will be made known to the travelers. But during the trek in the mountain to let know all the accommodation it’s not possible at all.
Are vaccinations required for this tour?

Some countries require proof of vaccination for certain diseases, like yellow fever or polio. And traveling in developing countries and rural areas may bring you into contact with more diseases, which means you might need more vaccines before you visit. Your health.but we do not require any vaccine.
How much additional money do I need per day?

It depends on your spending habits. Generally, in Kathmandu and during the trek you can allocate USD 10 to USD 15 for lunch and a dinner. USD 10 to USD 15 per person a day will be enough to buy bottles of water, chocolates, pay for the hot shower, and a few drinks during the trekking.
Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?

Yes, most guesthouses offer Wi-Fi, for a small charge. it cost USD 2-$5 per day.
What is the tipping policy?

This is a difficult thing to gauge. We have seen everything from USD 20 to USD 1000 per person for guides and porters. Tipping is not required, but a small gesture of thanks to your guides and local porters. The level of the tip should reflect the level of satisfaction from and personal involvement with your guide. However, we recommend you spend a minimum o10% of your total trip cost for tips.
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

The company local guides are could speak fluently English and some other language too.
Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?

You need to have 12 Kg of your baggage’s for porter ( One porter for 2 peoples, The porter will carry Maximum 25 Kg weight
Do you require a visa for this holiday?

Yes, a visa is required for this holiday.
Is the tour coach air conditioned?

No, this tour doesn’t couch air conditioning.
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

Yes
What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

Yes sure, Mount Adventure Holidays operated by very much Ethical trip. Nepal has multi diversity, cultures, religions.
Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

Mount Adventure Holidays staff will be companions on the tour.
What policies are in place for Covid-19?

The Government of Nepal has reopened the ON-ARRIVAL VISA, which Nepal stopped due to the Covid pandemic. After 2 years, Nepal reopens to international travelers with NO QUARANTINE protocol for fully vaccinated international travelers with negative PCR reports taken no more than 72 hours before the first flight. According to the latest updates, the on-arrival visa will be issued to the citizens of
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

Yes sure, so regarding the Client could change a trip date and time as the clients' time and date.
What documents will I receive before I travel?

Please bring a copy of your travel insurance, a copy of your passport, and 3 photos (passport size) flight details with you for your trip to Nepal. You would need photos for permits.
Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?

Yes, Mount Adventure Holidays does social work, new trail explore, ecotourism, save the Himalayas campaign. Together we can save the Himalayas. If you are willing to spend some time in Nepal by doing volunteer work, feel free to contact us.
On Arrival Visa and No Quarantine

The Government of Nepal has reopened the ON-ARRIVAL VISA, which Nepal stopped due to the Covid pandemic. After 2 years, Nepal reopens to international travelers with NO QUARANTINE protocol for fully vaccinated international travelers with negative PCR reports taken no more than 72 hours before the first flight.
Can I join the tour once it has departed?

Yes sure, We will fulfill according to the Client's requirements and desires and Could join the trip.
Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

Yes sure, Mount Adventure Holidays, does operate "single Share" The trip cost will tiny rise, but the single trip is more delightful and safe than a group trip.
How long has the tour company been trading?

Mount Adventure Holidays has been trading for 6 years.

Reviews from Travellers on this Tour

Aanaes

MANASLU CIRCUIT CULTURE TREK WITH MOUNT 8850

20-Jul-2020

"We completed the Manaslu Trek, which included Tsum Valley and Ganesh Himal base camp. It was an amazing experience trekking alongside the local people and learning about their unique culture. The views of Ganesh Himal, Manaslu mountain range, and several other mountains were breathtaking and added to the overall enjoyment of our trek."

Germany

Stefan Gerlich

BEAUTY OF NATURE AND HIMALAYAS "MANASLU CIRCUIT TREK"

19-Oct-2018

"I am pleased to write this review for the Manaslu Circuit Trek, as I thoroughly enjoyed the trek without any problems. During the trek, we stayed in the village of Sama, where we had a magnificent view of Manaslu at its base. We also had a stunning view of Manaslu from Birendra Lake. Although the trail to Larke Pass was challenging, the view from the top was worth it, with stunning views of the mountain ranges. Our guide and staff took excellent care of us with great enthusiasm along every path and trail of this trek, and we would like to thank them from the bottom of our hearts for their outstanding service."

France

IssacNicolas

Manaslu Circuit Trek

01-Aug-2020

"I had an amazing time trekking through the Manaslu circuit. The natural beauty of the mountains, flora, and fauna was very refreshing. I also had the opportunity to learn about the local people and their diverse cultures. The service provided by Mount Adventure Holidays was exceptional and made my trek even more enjoyable. The Larke Pass was a particular highlight, offering spectacular views. I am grateful for the care and attention given to me by the team at Mount Adventure Holidays, which made this trek a truly memorable experience. I highly recommend this trek to anyone looking for a quieter and less crowded route."

USA, on January 28, 2019

Daniel

Manaslu Circuit Trek

01-Aug-2020

I had an amazing experience with Mount Adventure Holidays Pvt. Ltd. Pasang and Gelu were excellent. Pasang picked me up and took me around Kathmandu. Gelu took care of everything during the trek. Nepal is stunning, and the trek was challenging but doable. Recommended: 14 days instead of 11. Pasang was helpful with all my questions. Thanks, Mount Adventure Holidays!

Uk, December 18, 2018

Vincent

ADVENTURE AND DISCOVERIES

20-Jul-2020

"Last year, I went on a trek around Manaslu with one of the guides from Mount 8850. It was an amazing experience. The guide was extremely knowledgeable and whenever he didn't know the answer to any of our questions, he went out of his way to find it. He was also very friendly and helpful, taking care of everything for us within our budget and expectations. Overall, it was the best trekking experience I've ever had, and I would definitely recommend booking a trekking, climbing, or biking trip with them."

Vincent France On May 21 2019

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