Manaslu Circuit Trek is a journey that introduces the real lifestyle of the mountain people, their unique culture, and diverse nature.
Manaslu Circuit Trek Highlights
- Historical Kathmandu valley sightseeing
- Scenic drive to Arughat and Sotikhola
- Trekking through the beautiful local villages
- Dazzling mountain vistas of Ganesh Himal, and Manasu ranges.
- Rich cultural heritage isolated villages
- Flora and fauna
- Pass Larke- La ( 5135m)
The Short Manaslu Circuit Trek - 12 Days is an exclusive package that takes trekkers into the unspoiled Manaslu region.
It is considered by many guides to be the best all-around trek in Nepal and is a great alternative to the Annapurna Base Camp Trek to beat the crowds. Though, it should be noted that it is a bit more difficult than the Annapurna Base Camp Trek.
What is the trail like?
The Short Manaslu Circuit Trek - 12 Days combines two regions: the Manaslu region and the Annapurna region.
If you look at a map, you can see that the trail circumnavigates Mount Manaslu, which stands high at an altitude of 8156 meters. The trail exemplifies the wonderful beauty of Nepal’s border with Tibet.
It is rich in biodiversity, natural beauty, and equally fascinating, cultural fascinations. Our trail begins along the banks of the Budhi Gandaki River, next to rice fields, grazing animals, and welcoming villagers.
Moving on, we climb north towards the higher altitude. We pass through Gurung villages, though as we got higher and higher, the population is completely ethnically Tibetan, and even a different dialect is spoken.
Local people are Tibetan Buddhist influenced and offer brilliant hospitality.
A major highlight of our Manaslu Circuit Trek - 12 Day is the Larke Pass (5135 meters), which offers once-in-a-lifetime Himalayan views. It is a bit of an adventure to get up there, as the pass is usually covered with snow.
The majestic views of the high Himalayas, dense forests down below, and deep gorges make this trek a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
This trip is suitable for adventure lovers or those who are fit and new to trekking but have a strong desire to become acquainted with the mountains.
Best Time for Manaslu Trek
The best time to do the Manaslu Circuit Trek is between the months of October and December, as they provide the clearest skies. The next best is from March to May.
It is possible to do the trek in other months, but ask us and we’ll give you advice and information regarding those times.
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What to Expect on Manaslu Trek
- Free Airport transportation on arrival and departure days (We will pick you up and drop you off)
- Trekking equipment such as the Sleeping bag, Down jacket, and walking poles (rental is included if needed)
- Duffle bag if required (Optional)
- Souvenir: Trekking route map/browser and printed ART's hiking T-shirt
- An Oximeter to measure your Oxygen and Pulse at a high altitude to find out the accurate health condition while you are trekking in the mountain.
- WOKI TOKI - for communication during the trek
Itinerary
Day 1:Drive from Kathmandu to Soti Khola (710m/2328 ft)
Today, we set off early in the morning for Sotikhola, you will be picked by your guide at your hotel and you all will be traveling to SotiKhola. During the drive from Kathmandu, we enjoy views of the greenery and some authentic Nepalese countryside along. the bus ride from Kathmandu to Dhading Besi Halfway of today's journey will be on the paved road but drive from Dhanding Bensi to Arughat/ SotiKhola will be on a rough road for 4 hours something to Sotikhola, upon arrival at SotiKhola, you will be taking a rest at the guest house and stay overnight with the very first mountain food,
- Hotel
- 6/7 hrs
- Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
- 710 m
Day 2:Trek from Soti Khola - Machha Khola (900m/2952 ft)
We have an easy trekking trail from Soti Khola, passing through beautiful villages, stunning waterfalls with amazing landscapes to Machhi Khola (A fish stream). Overnight at lodge.
- Trekking lodge
- 4/5 hrs
- Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
- 1050 m
Day 3:Trek from Machha Khola -Jagat (1410m/ 4625 ft)
Today our trek starts after breakfast, along the Budi river of boulder rock on the reviver. We are Passing villages Khorla Besi, natural hot spring on the way than from the hot spring the trails gently climb over a bridge and we see the beautiful landscape and awesome mountains view than finally arrive at Jagat, Jagat is a beautiful flagstone village square in the village has Police checkpoints and we are entering Manaslu conservation area from here, Overnight at lodge.
- Trekking lodge
- 6 hrs
- Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
- 1410 m
Day 4:Trek from Jagat - Deng (1,804m/5917 ft])
Today we have a short climb up to Yaru Besi then trails climb on steps to a waterfall. Cross the stream on a crooked wooden bridge then after that you walk through the villages and pass the couples scenic and typical villages and then gently walk on a river then you are in the Deng, overnight at lodge.
- Trekking lodge
- 6 hrs
- Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
- 1804 m
Day 5:Trek from Deng - Namrung (2630m/8626ft)
We have a lower trail towering by boulder rock and crossing a suspension bridge, Deng then after crossing bridge short climb up to gentle climb now rails continuously into the dense forest of rhododendron, pine, fir and juniper and rhododendron blooming in March/April. Namrung village’s lies in the middle of the green forest with the police station for permit check, overnight at lodge.
- Trekking lodge
- 6 hrs
- Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
- 2630
Day 6:Trek from Namrung – Samagaon (3530m/11,578 ft)
Today is an amazing day. We will see the excellent Mountain View closer and scenic landscape, and the massive Manaslu Himalayan range a short walk from Namrung village. After a few hours' walk from the hotel, you reach a river which is followed down from Pungyen glaciers. I will follow the brunch trail reverse of the stream with ascending and then walk on yak pasture to Gompa with an incredible view of the Himalayas and the small valley. After having a packed lunch and taking photographs, we trek to Samagaun, overnight at the lodge.
- Trekking lodge
- 6 hrs
- Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
- 3530 m
Day 7:Aclimatization day, visit Pungyen gompa
Today we went to visit the large village Gompa, this Gompa is known locally as Ro. The large village gompa is visible in the distance nestled against a wooded moraine at the far end of a valley and then the trails to the Lake then we leave the lake the trails start to Manaslu Base Camp.
- Trekking lodge
- 2 hrs
- Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
- 4200 m
Day 8:Trek from Samagaon - Samdo (3860m/12,660 ft)
Today we start gradually up on the bottom of Mt. Manaslu, leading on the south bank of the river through shrubs, beautiful landscapes after a short wooden bridge, brings Samdo, the last village in Manaslu trail before Larkya La Pass, Overnight at lodge.
- Trekking lodge
- 4 hrs
- Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
- 3860 m
Day 9:Trek from Samdo - Dharamsala/Larkya B. C. (4460m/14, 628 ft)
The trail will be leading a scenic walk to the Himalayas. It gradually goes up on the barren area with beautiful landscape, spectacular view of north Manaslu as well as glaciers. We are Crossing some streams on the way and passing the popular old market called Larkey Bazaar. Eastern trail leading to the border of Tibet but we take southern trail keep-climbing gradually up to Dharamsala, Overnight at lodge.
- Trekking lodge
- 4 hrs
- Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
- 4460 m
Day 10:Ascend to Larkya la (5160m/16, 924 ft) - Bimthang (3720m/12, 201 ft)
Today is one of the most challenging and exciting days of our trek. We started the trek early in the morning, ascending nearly 700m up Larkya La Pass on the rocky. As we walk up we'll see the brilliant golden color sunrise over the Himalayas. Larkya La Pass is a challenging and tough pass but as you climb higher, you will be surprised and impressed by seeing the closest view of the massive Himalayas. At the summit we take photographs, then we descend nearly 1250m with a great view of the Himalayan, glacier, and a sparkling lake in the middle of the glacier. Then as we reach Bhimtang we will have a very good rest in Lodge, overnight at lodge.
- Trekking lodge
- 7/8 hrs approx
- Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
- 5160 m
Day 11:Trek from Bhimtang to Dharapani (1920 m)
today we are descending, crossing the few villages and more interspersed with rhododendron and oaks forests we walk on the north bank as we trek into the tile, we leave the village and cross the Dudh Khola and trek along the river embankment then trails follows through the scrub forests to Dharapani, we are now the junction of the tails and the remainder of the trek follows the first days of Annapurna circuit trek, Overnight at lodge.
- Trekking lodge
- 5 hrs
- Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
- 1920 m
Day 12:Drive from Dharapani to Kathmandu via Besisahar by local jeep/ bus
The final day of our journey, today's drive from Dharapani to Kathmandu via Besi Sahar offers one an opportunity to enjoy both hill and mountain landscapes all the way to the historical city of Kathmandu. The first part of the drive will be on the bumping road from Dharapani to Besisahar for a few hours. Upon arrival in Besisahar, we will take some time to eat lunch before we make our final journey back to Kathmandu, from Besisahar, the bus ride will be smooth on the paved to Kathmandu enjoying the view of the Mountains along the Marsyangdi and Trishuli rivers. on our upon arrival in Kathmandu, you will be welcomed back to your hotel by our crew and about to celebrate the successful completion of our journey, so, after taking some rest at the hotel then we will have a farewell dinner in the evening all together and remaining of time in Kathmandu will be explored by yourself.
- Trekking lodge
- 7 hrs
- Breakfast + Lunch
- 1350 m