Manaslu Circuit Trek
Manaslu Circuit Trek
Manaslu Circuit Trek
17 Days Starting and ending in Kathmandu
Visiting: Kathmandu, Soti Khola, Machhakhola, jagat, Dyang, Namrung, Samagaun, Samdo, Dharmasala, Bimthang, Tilche, Tal, Syange
Tour operator:
Tour code:
TMG-MT100
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 10
Physical rating:
Strenuous
Age range:
12-85
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Active, Adventure Tours, Small Group, Walking Hiking and Trekking
Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Manaslu Trek is circuital in which at the top of your unexpectedness there is a blend of unseen traditions and cultures. Besides, there is natural beauty at its highest degree that will create a deep impact on you. This also consists of the panoramic view of the mountains that will absorb your attention and play a vital role in the upgrading of Manaslu Trek. This trek has all ingredients, so everybody likes to undertake it. This is a trek in isolation, which not only has a lonely trekking trail but also has alone trekking trail that traverses to the treasures of the natural beauties that include from snow-clad mountains to waterfalls to lush forest that is seen only in this part of the world. Because of these, Manaslu Trek has influenced the trekkers in the international market. Manaslu Trek is a platform; it is a venture in which you participate in a trip to which you see the dramatic view of Manaslu, the eighth highest mountain in the world. This tagline is enough to attract any trekkers in the world. The trek is not only limited to the world's eighth mountain.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival At Kathmandu (1400M)
Location: Kathmandu
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: No Meals
We are waiting for you at Tribhuwan International Airport, from where we will take you to a hotel, or we will take you to our office. Take a rest, ask us questions, If you come in the afternoon, you will have a lot of time in the evening to visit Thamel, the tourist hub of Kathmandu.
Day 2 : Guided Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing
Location: Kathmandu
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
You will love to visit Kathmandu because the places where we take you are all the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Their names are Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, Swayambhunath, and Kathmandu Durbar Square. The first one is the temple, the second and the third are the stupas, while the last one is a palace.
Day 3 : Drive From Kathmandu To Sotikhola (730M) Duration: 8 - 9 Hours
Location: Soti Khola
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, you drive to Soti Khola on a jeep. The road runs by the Budhi Gandaki River and passes through Morder and Simre villages. The road is bumpy and windy. Expect the unexpected. The road is typically Nepali in the sense because it has what you do not have in your country.
Day 4 : Trek To Machha Khola (930M) Duration: 6 - 7 Hours
Location: Machhakhola
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
The trekking trail takes you to the suspension bridge, the Soti Khola, and forest and then becomes narrow and rocky. There are waterfalls on the way. Also, there are paddy fields and the Gurung village, such as Lapubesi. Following the up-trekking trail, you reach your next stop.
Day 5 : Trek To Jagat (1410M) Duration: 6 - 7 Hours
Location: jagat
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
The Machi Khola is a river. You cross it, reach Khorlabesi, and then natural hot spring called Tatopani. From there, you climb a hill and cross the suspension bridge over the Budhi Gandaki River. Following the up-trekking trail, you arrive in Jagat.
Day 6 : Trek To Dyang (1800M) Duration: 6 - 7 Hours
Location: Dyang
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Climbing uphill, you reach Salleri. You then head towards Sirdibas and then continue to walk on a trekking trail to Philim. On the way, there is a suspension bridge. Walking further, you will reach Ekle Bhatt, pass through the bamboo forest, and cross a stream to reach Deng.
Day 7 : Trek To Namrung (2660M) Duration: 6 - 7 Hours
Location: Namrung
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
On the way, you see most of the farmers engaged in mustard cultivation as well as waterfalls. As you head further, you come across the stones, portraying the images of meditated Buddha. There are rhododendron forests, wooden bridges, and stairs. After crossing these, you reach Namrung.
Day 8 : Trek To Samagaon (3530M) Duration: 6-7 Hours
Location: Samagaun
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, we start the trek and then later cross the Honang River. On the way is Lho Gaon, a village, from where you can get a good view of Mt Manaslu (8156m). From this village, we head to Shyala through the pine and rhododendron forest, yak pastureland, and stone houses.
Day 9 : Exploration And Acclimatization: Samagaon To Punggen Gumba And Then Samagaon Duration: 6 - 7 Hours
Location: Samagaun
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Acclimatization means an adaptation for tomorrow's higher altitude. For the ultimate view of the mountains, head to the Birendra Tal, a lake or Anie Gompa, a monastery or take a hike to Manaslu Base Camp. The view of the mountain is impressive. You will see a 180-degree view of the mountains, and you will not regret it.
Day 10 : Trek To Samdo (3690M) Duration: 4 - 5 Hours
Location: Samdo
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, you follow the trekking trail by the Budhi Gandaki River and then cross a suspension bridge. The continual trek is easy as you pass by Mani walls and walk through the juniper forest. Samdo is a village that has more animals and fodder than the human population.
Day 11 : Trek To Dharamsala/Larkya Phedi (4470M) Duration: 4 - 5 Hours
Location: Dharmasala
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
We visit the monasteries, cross the bridge over the Budhi Gandaki River, and arrive in Larkya Bazaar. From there, we ascend the moraines of the Syacha Glacier as we walk by the mani walls and to Dharamsala.
Day 12 : Trek To Bimtang (3720M) Via Larkya-La (5106M) Duration: 8 - 9 Hours
Location: Bimthang
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today, we have to start early because you are going to cross the pass. The pass has a steep trail. From the top of the pass, you see mountains like Himlung (7126m), Annapurna II (7937m), and Cheo Himal (6812m).
Day 13 : Trek To Tilche (2300M) Duration: 5 - 6 Hours
Location: Tilche
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
The trekking trail goes down through the bamboo, rhododendron, and pine forest. Tilije is a large Gurung village. Explore the village and its architecture and enjoy the local meal.
Day 14 : Trek To Tal (1700M) Duration: 5 - 6 Hours
Location: Tal
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today is an easy trek, and the trekking trail runs by the Marsayangdi River and passes through the bamboo forest. You visit a monastery in Thonje and cross the Marsayangdi River. You see the spectacular view of Mt Manaslu (8156m), you cross a Mani wall, and you arrive in Tal.
Day 15 : Trek To Syange (1100M) Duration: 6 - 7 Hours
Location: Syange
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Cross the Marsayangdi River, descend through the forest, and pass by the waterfalls, and reach Jagat village. Walk downhill to Syange village.
Day 16 : Drive To Kathmandu Duration: 8-9 Hours
Location: Kathmandu
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
From the village, you head to the City of Temple. On the way, you will come across hilly villages. The road traverses through hills and there are also serpentine turnings. It is time to become familiar with the rural life of Nepal once again after the completion of the trek.
Day 17 : Trip Concludes
Location: Kathmandu
Meals Included: Breakfast
A company representative will drop you to the airport.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Twin sharing accommodation with Breakfast plan in Kathmandu at 3-star hotel. Guesthouse/ Mountain Teahouse accommodation during the time of trekking
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Transporatation
Pickup from the airport and a hotel as well as drop off in a private vehicle. Surface transportation from Kathmandu- Soti Khola- Syange-Kathmandu.
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Meals
Breakfast in Kathmandu. Full board meal (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) with tea/coffee during the time of trekking. As indicated in the itinerary
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Guide
Nepal Government certified English speaking local trekking guide and porter. Porter service (One porter for 2 trekkers)
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Permits and official documents
Restricted Area Trekking Permit to Manaslu, MCAP, ACAP, and Trekkers’ Information Management Systems- TIMS card for trekking. Official paper documents Government taxes and local fees
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Others
Insurance of Guides, including their meals, salary, lodging, and transportation. A comprehensive medical kit. Farewell dinner in a restaurant with a cultural show. Trip accomplishment certificate. All government taxes
What's Not Included
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Flights
International Flights tickets
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Insurance
Travel and rescue insurance
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Others
Nepal entry visa.
Personal trekking equipment and expenses like water, laundry, phone and bar bills.
Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return from your trip (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary.
Expenses due to unavoidable events, like flight cancellation, strikes, and others.
Tips to your guide, porter, and driver.
Any other expenses that are not mentioned in the “cost include” section
Check out our Q&As
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Your airport transporation are air conditioned.
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
Restricted Area Trekking Permit to Manaslu, MCAP, ACAP, and Trekkers’ Information Management Systems- TIMS card for trekking, Kathmandu Valley sightseeing entrance fees.
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Trekking guide, tour guide and porters will be with you.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Yes, we operate a "single share" option. You need to let us know about it.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
There will be your guides and other supporting staff of the company.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
The company will pass you the details of your trip and the received voucher before you travel.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
If you are single or in a group, we can run a trip for you.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
Yes, you are the one who is going to contribute to the underprivileged children for their education. Travel Max Guide supports a good cause and has been supporting the children of Nepal by running a child sponsorship program. If you are willing to spend some time in Nepal by doing volunteer work, feel free to contact us.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
You do have the flexibility to change your date but you need to inform us at least two weeks before. You can pick the next date at your convenience.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Simply we hearty welcome all of our guests for doing a remarkable trip in Nepal. We all are local. Offer you the best experiences and also we are eager to learn from you. A simple word; sharing and caring in terms of experiences and the love for you all. You are going to add one more member to our global family.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Our team is passionate and professional on our job. We have been working for more than a decade. After having a long run of experiences in this field, we start our company in 2018.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
COVID-19 precautions Our team follows the COVID-19 operational guideline with health protocol instructed by the Nepal tourism board. Here are some of the client/traveler agreements: CLIENT / TRAVELLER AGREEMENTS Clients should bring their own masks with them to use when traveling. Clients should inform the guide/ leader of any symptoms of any sort of illness. Clients should have travel med
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