Manaslu Circuit Trek – 14 Days

Manaslu Circuit Trek – 14 Days

Manaslu Circuit trek is an exotic isolated trail that lets you explore the pristine region of Nepal. The trek is highly recommended for nature lovers and trek lovers as the route is less explored one in Nepal. So it is ideal for those who want to enjoy the mighty mountains in solitude. It offers you everything from gorgeous landscapes, snow-capped mountains, glaciers, deep valleys, lush forests to a diverse culture.

Manaslu Circuit trek starts from Soti Khola and takes you to the heart of Manaslu region. Final destination, Larke La Pass gives you the most scenic views of Mt. Manaslu, Mt. Hiunchuli, Buddha Peak, Siring Himal, Ganesh Himal, Samdo Peak and many other peaks. The trek covers a large region of Manaslu Conservation Area which is a preferred region for wildlife exploration as the region is rich in diversity of flora and fauna.

Itinerary

Day 1: Kathmandu - Aarughat - Soti Khola (8 Hrs Drive)

Stop At: Kathmandu, Kathmandu, Kathmandu Valley, Bagmati Zone, Central Region
We start from early morning drive from Kathmandu into the hills on twisty roads and hair-pin bends along the Trishuli river to Dhading Bazaar. From here, bumpy rides on dusty roads can be tiresome, but the rural village scenario with terraced farms and thatched roof houses offer some excitement. Some wonderful mountain views will greet you occasionally. After crossing bridge road at Aarughat Bazaar on the bank of Budhi Gandaki, we will reach Soti Khola after following a three-hours bumpy ride for our overnight stay.
Duration: 8 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight stay in Lodge

Day 2: Soti Khola - Machha Khola (6 Hrs) 900m/2952 ft

Stop At: Soti Khola, Nepal
After breakfast, we start our trek through beautiful forest. As the trail gets narrower, we approach a gorge with steep vertical rocky wall. Traders with donkey caravans accompany us along the steep path. We trail further when a valley opens again with amazing terraced paddy field in the ethnic Gurung village of Lyabrubesi. We proceed to Nauli Khola and after crossing the suspension bridge following Budhi Gandaki river, we reach Machha Khola for overnight stay.
Duration: 6 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight stay in Lodge

Day 3: Machha Khola - Jagat (6-7 Hrs) 1410m/ 4625 ft

Stop At: Machhakhola, Uiya, Nepal
Further narrow trails making some minor ups and downs and crossing Thado Khola, we reach Khorlabesi. A few more ascents and descents, then we come across a small hot spring in Tatopani. We then climb another ridge to cross Budhi Gandaki on a suspension bridge. We proceed further on a wide, well-crafted stairway and along landslides to Dovan. Walking along a couple of suspension bridges over Yaru Khola and climbing more stairways, we reach to Thado Bharyang. We trek along Budi Gandaki and climb to the village of Jagat. Overnight stay in Jagat.
Duration: 6 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Lodge

Day 4: Jagat - Deng (6-7 Hrs) 1804m / 5917 ft

Stop At: Jagat, Jagat, Gandaki Zone, Western Region
Climbing over a rocky ridge to Salleri and descending to Sirdibas, we trail along wide valley upto Ghatte Khola. Here we further continue walking to a long suspension bridge in Philim; a large Gurung village. The trail turns North just above the lowest house in the village and stays on a fairly level trail as it crosses millet fields to Eklo Bhatti. The route enters a steep gorge. We descend to grassy land slopes, crossing the Budhi Gandaki and trekking along the bank when the valley widens. We now proceed through Bamboo forest to the Deng Khola to reach the small village of Deng. Overnight in Deng.
Duration: 6 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Lodge

Day 5: Deng - Namrung (6-7 Hrs) 2630m/8626ft

Stop At: Namrung, Prok, Nepal
After a short walk beyond Deng, we climb to Rana at 1910m. We join a trail from Bhi, heading west to Budhi Gandaki valley. The trail also passes through forest where we turn towards Ghap. There are a couple of routes to choose. We shall take the route through Prok village with a viewpoint for beautiful sight of Siring Himal. We cross Budhi Gandaki several times and several Gompas en route. We trail further at a spectacular spot where it thunders down a narrow gorge, the forest becomes less dense and the trail is fine again. The enjoyable walk continues and after the last steep climb, we reach Namrung. Overnight stay at Namrung.
Duration: 6 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Lodge

Day 6: Namrung - Samagoun (6-7 Hrs) 3530m / 11578 ft

Stop At: Namrung, Prok, Nepal
Today we cross the mark of 3000m while trekking to Samagoun (3530m). Namrung village is a good viewpoint for Siring and Ganesh Himal and from the village, one can also see Mt. Hiuchuli in the south. We climb steadily and pass through forest and reach Lihi with Chortens and barley terraces. We further pass through Sho, Lho and Shyala villages before reaching Sama village (Samagoun). On the way, we explore the renowned Ribung Gompa and small Tibetian settlements in Lho. And in Shyala village, we will be surrounded by panorama of pointy Hiuchuli East, Hiuchuli West, Mt. Manaslu, Nagdi Chuli, Valley of Larkya and Sambo Peak with other summits ending with Ganesh Himal at east. We stay at Samagoun.
Duration: 7 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Lodge

Day 7: Samagoun Rest and Exploration (Birendra Tal, Pungyen Gompa, Manaslu Base Camp)

Stop At: Samagaun, Samagaun, Gandaki Zone, Western Region
The wonderful village of Samagoun welcomes you with warm greetings from happy people with intoxicating natural beauty. The big Chortens surrounded by prayer mills, piled mani stones with holy inscription and married Lamas exhibit an authentic religious traditions. We explore beautiful sculpted Monastery, amazing woodcrafts in village and admiring panoramic mountain views in cool air. Exploration to old Pungyen Gompa will be memorable. We always have an option to hike to Manaslu Base Camp and back. A short hike to freshwater lake Birendra Tal with its turquoise color is mesmerizing and worth walking.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Lodge

Day 8: Samagoun - Samdo (4-5 Hrs) 3860m / 12664 ft

Stop At: Samagaun, Nepal
The trail heads north of Sama with drier vegetation and cold weather. We descend to Budhi Gandaki and follow it to a bridge over a side stream to climb the steep trail. Ascending a while, we reach Kani. Passing through it, we finally reach Samdo. We find lots of pasture lands for Yak grazing and beautiful mountain views along the way. Overnight stay at Samdo.
Duration: 5 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Lodge

Day 9: Samdo - Dharmasala / Larkya Base Camp (4-5 Hrs) 4460m / 14628 ft

Stop At: Larkya, Samagaun, Nepal
Today we pass through the barren lands and rocky trails to reach Dharmasala, which is also known as Larkya Phedi or Larkya Base Camp. We walk enjoying the beautiful views of snow-capped mountain surroundings to reach there. After walking 5 hours with wonderful close-up mountain views, we reach Dharmasala. We stay overnight and get ourselves comfortable in this tranquilizing place and prepare ourselves to cross the Larkya La Pass on the next day.
Duration: 5 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Lodge

Day 10: Dharmasala - Larkya La Pass (5160m / 16924 ft) - Bhimtang (3720m / 12201 ft) (8 Hrs) 5160m / 16924 ft

Stop At: Larkya, Samagaun, Nepal
We reach the highest elevation of our trekking journey today. So this is the most significant day of our trekking journey. After a short climb, we reach a valley in the north of the Larkya Glaciers, where we can enjoy great views of Cho Danda and Larkya Peak. We walk across moraine of the glacier, making a gradual ascent which becomes steeper ahead. The trail to the pass is windy, steep and rocky. It is the most challenging trail of the trek. But reaching the pass will turn the tedious climb into an incredible reward with the most wonderful view of the journey. The view enough to forget all the strains and pains will make you feel every steps and preparations for our journey worthwhile. We shall catch spectacular views of Mt. Himlung, Annapurna II and Cheo Manaslu among many others. After beholding this splendid view and spending some time in Larkya La Pass, we descend to Bhimtang. We stay overnight in Bhimtang at a teahouse.
Duration: 8 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Lodge

Day 11: Bhimtang - Tilje (5-6 Hrs) 2300m / 7544 ft

Stop At: Mount Manaslu, Gorkha 44600 Nepal
Today we descend down the trail along Rhododendron forest to get to Tilje. We will pass through small villages and farmlands along the way. After walking over 4-5 hours, we reach Tilje. This village is also famous and well known for Brandy. We get the opportunity to explore the village, lifestyle and tradition of people who resides there. We will stay overnight at a teahouse in Tilje.
Duration: 6 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Lodge

Day 12: Tilje - Dharapani (3-4 Hrs) 1910m / 6266 ft

Stop At: Manaslu, Gorkha Nepal
We will exchange our good-byes and now you will be leaving Nepal with all the good memories and incredible experience. We know and hope that you will always remember this Annapurna Base Camp trekking and share stories of your amazing experiences in Nepal with Mayur Adventures with your friends and families. We will provide a ride to the International Airport for your departure as per your flight schedule.
Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Lodge

Day 13: Dharapani - Besisahar (5-6 Hrs Drive) 760m / 2493ft

Stop At: Besisahar, Besisahar, Gandaki Zone, Western Region
Today we leave Dharapani to Besisahar on a local jeep or a bus which will approximately about 5-6 hours of driving. The drive will be scenic as we pass many villages, Marshyangdi river, Bhulbhule town and Khudi. On the way we come across many waterfalls and the Bhulbhule tunnel way as attractions. The 350 m long tunnel is the first tunnel way in Nepal and is a pioneering tourist destination today. Overnight stay in Besisahar.
Duration: 6 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Lodge

Day 14: Besisahar - Kathmandu (5-6 Hrs Drive) 1400 m / 4600 ft

Stop At: Kathmandu, Kathmandu, Kathmandu Valley, Bagmati Zone, Central Region
We start our journey today through the hills on twisty roads and hairpin bends along the Trishuli river. We drive from Besisahar via Dumre and Dhading to reach Kathmandu in about 5-6 hours. Overnight stay at hotel in Kathmandu.
Duration: 6 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Hotel