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Manaslu Circuit Trek

"18 Days Manaslu Circuit Trek"

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Duration Duration
18 Days
Max. Altitude Max. Altitude
5,106 m
Activities Activities
Sightseeing, Day Hiking, Moderate to Adventure Trek
Destination Destination
Nepal
Start/End Point Start/End Point
Kathmandu - Kathmandu
Transportation Transportation
Airport & Trailhead Transfers | Private vehicle for sightseeing | Porter(s)
Grade Grade
Moderate
Nature of Trip Nature of Trip
Lodge to Lodge Trek
Meals Meals
17 Breakfast | 14 Lunch | 15 Dinner
Group Size Group Size
2-20 People
Best Seasons Best Seasons
Sept - Nov, March - Jun
Accommodation Accommodation
3 Nights in 3* Hotel | 14 Nights in Teahouse Eco Lodge

Overview of Manaslu Circuit Trek

The astonishing trail of Manaslu Circuit Trek is one of the less crowded regions of Nepal Himalayas. Manaslu Circuit Trekking is a perfect combination of rich cultural heritage and unsurpassed Himalayan beauty with distinct biological diversity. It starts from the Budi Gandaki River and goes up to Larke-La. Larke La is a wide mountain pass (5213m) connecting Budi Gandaki valley with Marshyangdi Valley. During the trek, the panoramic mountain views and a superb glimpse of attractive mountains like Himalchuli, Ganesh Himal, Manaslu will make your journey memorable.

Major Highlights of Manaslu Circuit Trek

  • Manaslu Circuit Trek is a well-known peer of Everest Base Camp and Annapurna Circuit but is far less crowded than them.
  • Manaslu is getting out popularity, but we still see fewer trekkers on the trail
  • The trek is wild and remote, yet there are tea houses at the everyday stage, so trekkers don’t need to bring tents and food, making it more accessible and affordable than similar treks.
  • Easily avoids domestic flights to reach the trailhead.
  • Opportunity to visit exemplary cantilever bridge.
  • You will trek from the subtropical jungle at lower elevations, through the Himalayan foothills to the high experiencing the scenery in a single trip all Nepal has to offer.
  • Ultimately, the cold and challenging crossing of the Larke-La is above 5,100 meters / 17,000 feet.

A diversified ethnic community is living in the region which makes it an attractive region for visitors. The region was not in connection with another world before 1991 before the Nepal government officially started issuing permits for foreign nationals.

Manaslu Circuit Hiking tour is among the best treks in Nepal. Although it is gaining more popularity and more people are interested to visit it, the Manaslu Trek is still considered off-the-beaten-path and remote compared to other famous tea-house treks in Nepal. The trek takes you around Mt. Manaslu which is the eighth highest mountain at 8,163 meters (26,781 ft) in the world.

Alike other trekking destinations, you can do the trek from two different routes. The first route passes via Dudh Pokhari pass and another through the usual route by crossing the  Larke-La.

Manaslu Circuit Trek Route Map

Tsum Valley Manaslu Trek Map

Access to the start-point

Soti Khole is the trailhead of Manaslu Circuit Trek. It takes a day-long drive of 126 km (80 miles) from Kathmandu to Soti Khola. Due to the normal road condition, you should take a jeep for faster journeys (approx. 6 hrs) whereas the public bus takes more than 8 hours to reach there.  Generally, during the monsoon months, one may have to start hiking in Arughat adding an extra day to the itinerary.

Trek Style

The Manaslu Circuit trek includes lodges as basic accommodation. Hence, also popular as the Manaslu circuit teahouse trek. The mountain lodges en route have basic facilities of rooms with warm beds. The teahouse lodges provide eat and stay facilities.  Similar to other trekking areas of Nepal, trekkers are expected to eat breakfast and dinner in the same lodge where they spent the night.

Necessary Permits

Nepal Government issues trekking permits for the region, as the region falls under the restricted region of Nepal. Free Individual/Solo trekkers cannot get the permit to trek here, hence it demands at least a group of two persons.

Cost for Manaslu Circuit Trek?

How much does it cost to trek the Manaslu Circuit is a common question that arises in every trekker’s mind.  The price may vary as per the agency and service you choose. The package price includes guide service, hotels, meals, permits, and porter service. You are welcome to leave us a quick inquiry for a custom itinerary and service to maximize the value you will pay. We are happy to provide free details.

Manaslu Circuit Trek - Accommodation

The local people run tea houses that serve accommodation with basic facilities along the trek. The tea houses are comfortable with two beds in each room. The tea-houses serve meals with relaxing and warm dining at night.

Days Hotel/Lodge Category Place
01-02, 17 Hotel Thamel / Samsara Resort or Similar 3-Star Kathmandu
02-16 Lodge ./ Teahouse Lodge en route

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    Christopher J. Fitzpatrick
    Oct 6, 2019

    We did a Manaslu circuit trek in November with Oriental Journeys. We had a a great time on this trek. The operator was very good and we feel lucky to have professional guide Aneel and porter Gopal. This is a beautiful off the beaten trek and you will not see the crowd even during the main trekking season. If you want to explore the remoteness and the off the beaten trek with beautiful and magnificent views of the hills and mountains, you can choose Manaslu circuit trek. I highly recommend this trek to anyone going to Nepal with Oriental Journeys for this trek.

    Manaslu Circuit Trek - Detail Itinerary

    01

    Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu [1,300m/4,264 ft]

    The representative of Oriental Journeys will welcome you at Tribhuvan International Airport and transfer you to the hotel. After having some rest in the hotel, we will provide you detailed trip information along with a welcome dinner with cultural programs in the evening. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.

    02

    Day 02: Kathmandu: Sightseeing and Trek Preparation

    After getting all the trekking permits, you will be taken for sightseeing in the historical and architectural sites of Kathmandu valley including Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath, Pashupatinath, and Boudhha Stupa, which are listed in the world heritage sites of Kathmandu. After this, you will have some time for preparing trekking equipment. Overnight stay at a hotel on a BB basis.

    03

    Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Sotikhola [710m/2328 ft] 8 - 9 hours

    Today, We will drive early in the morning towards Dhading Besi, the district headquarter of Dhading district. We will continue the drive towards Arughat through a narrow road. After reaching Arughat Bazar, we will explore the local market of this region and heading towards Sotikhola. We will get enjoyable views of scattered houses in the green mountains and valleys, waterfalls, rivers, and cascade paddy fields to introduce ethnic groups. Overnight stay at the local market.

    04

    Day 04: Soti Khola - Maccha Khola [900m/2952 ft]: 6 - 7 hours

    Today, we will walk towards a beautiful pine forest after crossing the suspension bridge at Soti Khola. We have mixed types of trekking trails that sometimes we need to climb up and sometimes walk down with the beautiful views of waterfalls on a steep ridge. Along with this, we will walk along the beautiful terrace rice field then we reached to Gurung village of Lapubeshi and further climb the rocky mountain. After crossing another suspension bridge, we reach Machha Khola and overnight stay there.

    05

    Day 05: Maccha Khola -Jagat [1410m/ 4625 ft]: 6 - 7 hrs

    We will walk through a gentle trek that takes us to Khorlabei after crossing Tharo Khola. After this, we will climb another ridge and cross the suspension bridge in the Budhigandaki river. After walking through some descend and ascend trekking trails, we will reach Dobhan. Then we again cross the river in Thado bearing and from this onwards, we will ascend over a ridge and we will arrive at Jagat. Overnight stay at Jagat.

    06

    Day 06: Jagat - Deng [1,804m/5917 ft]: 6 - 7 hrs

    We will start our trekking early in the morning and ascending towards Salleri over a rocky ridge. During the trek, we will be enjoying while walking along the cascade millet field and arrive at Ekle Bhatti. The trek continues towards a steep and uninhabited gorge. After crossing bamboo buses, we reach Deng and overnight stay there.

    07

    Day 07: Deng - Namrung [2630m/8626ft]: 6 - 7 hrs

    We will reach Deng after crossing the Budhi Gandaki River and climb an hour to reach Rana. We should again have to ascend a short trail and walk to the west valley through the forest and crossing waterfalls and mani walls in the Tibetan village. Then again we will walk steep up through rhododendron forest and arrive at Namrung. Namrung offers tremendous views of Himal Chuli, Shirung , Namrung and Ganesh himal. Overnight stay at Namrung.

    08

    Day 08: Namrung – Samagaon [3530m/11,578 ft]: 6-7 hours

    Today, we will get an opportunity to walk through the rhododendron forest and reached Lihi village with Tibetan’s Chortens and terrace barley fields. It further offers the views of Ganesh Himal. We will pass by some Tibetan villages and we will see Manaslu and Himchuli Himal are seen through the entire landscape. Some did acclimatization today and we will analyze the group condition and move ahead to Samagaun.

    09

    Day 09: Samagaon - Pungyen gompa - Samagaon: 6 - 7 hours exploration

    This will be two nights’ rest in Samagaon. You will be hiking up to Pungyen Gompa and return back to Samagaon for an overnight stay.

    10

    Day 10: Samagaon - Samdo [3860m/12,660 ft]: 4 - 5 hours

    We will continue our trekking towards Samdo village depending on our body condition. After crossing Samdo village, we will continue our walk towards Manaslu Base Camp but we will follow the right side of the trail which leads us towards Larke Pass. After crossing the Juniper birch forest and a wooden bridge on the Budhi Gandaki river, we will make a climb to reach Samdo, inhabited by Tibetans who migrated from Chinese territory to their homeland after 50 years.

    11

    Day 11: Rest Day in Samdo

    We usually do acclimatization in Samdo to avoid high altitude sickness for the rest of the trekking days. In the mature morning, our guide will lead us to climb the high elevation but we should have to follow AMS rules. Today, we will go and climb some heights and then come back to the lodge.

    12

    Day 12: Samdo - Dharamsala/Larkya B. C. [4460m/14, 628 ft]: 4 - 5 hours

    After acclimatization in Samdo, we will trek down and cross the wooden bridge over Budhi Gandaki River in the early morning trekking. We will climb up through the Juniper bush which offers a beautiful view of Larke La Glacier. After 3 to 4 hours of walking high hills, we will reach Dharmasala where we can get an accommodation facility. After this, we will do some acclimatization in Dharmashala to make our bodies fit without any problems. Overnight stay at Dharmasala.

    13

    Day 13: Dharamsala - Larkya la [5160m/16, 924 ft] - Bimthang [3720m/12, 201 ft]: 8 - 9 hours

    We will get a wake-up call from our guide in the early morning at 3:30 am and after having breakfast, we will start our trek to Bhimtang. The reason for early morning trekking is to avoid cold winds on the top. After climbing to the ridge, we will get an opportunity to see some frozen lakes and the Larke glaciers on the side. While climbing, we will face that the last part of Larke La Top is quite tougher to climb. Once you reach the top, you will have the opportunity to see the outstanding view of Himalayas in the different directions like Himlung Himal, Kanguru, Annapurna II as well as soothing Mt. Manaslu in the west direction. We will be taking some pictures for the success to reach the top and descends down to Bhimtang.

    14

    Day 14: Bimthang - Tilije [2300m/7544ft] 5 - 6 hours

    The trek continues in the morning and once you are moving ahead towards Bhitang Tilje, you will leave the generous peak behind you. During the trekking, we will be walking through the rhododendron forest which will take us to Karache, the highest cultivated region of Nepal and the trek continues towards Gho village. After this, we will continue our trek towards Tilje for the last party at the lodge according to our trekking plan.

    15

    Day 15: Tilije - Tal [1700m/5576 ft]: 5 - 6 hours(1700)

    Today, we will be doing short trekking to Bagarchhap for two hours and descend down to some of the millet farmland, and walk through the beautiful tropical forest.

    16

    Day 16: Tal - Syange [1080m/3542 ft]: 6 - 7 hours

    17

    Day 17: Syange - Kathmandu: 8-9 hours

    18

    Day 18: Final Departure

    Today is your last day in Nepal. If you have time, you can do shopping in your free time. We will drop you at the airport before 3 hours of scheduled flight.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    When is the trail mostly busy?

    According to the data collected by the Ministry of Tourism, October is seen as the busiest month since this is the best time for trekking in Nepal with a clear sky. Similarly, spring and autumn are the most favorable seasons to do this trek. During the time, you can see the mountain views are stunning and you can see the eighth highest peak in the world with all its glory. Trekkers generally keep off this circuit during December, January and February because of extreme cold and heavy snowfall.

    Where can I store my extra luggage while trekking?

    Most of the hotels in Kathmandu have storage facilities and you can store your extra luggage in the same hotel.

    Are permits included in the trip price?

    Yes, the necessary permits are included in the trip price.

    What permits are needed for this trek?

    The permits required during this trek are:

    • Manaslu Restricted Area Permit
    • Manaslu Conservation Area Permit
    • Annapurna Conservation Area Permit
    What is the difference between hiking, trekking and mountain climbing?

    Hiking is generally a walking for a short distance to reach to your destination. It may last for only a day. Trekking involves walking for several days to reach the point of your interest. During trekking, you need to walk for several days to reach the point of your interest. You may walk 5 to 8 hours per day and you may need to stay overnight at camps or lodges. Compared to hiking, trekking is more rigorous and challenging. To participate in mountain climbing one requires adequate training and technical skills. Besides this, a special mountaineering gear is needed and the risks are higher in mountain climbing than in trekking or hiking.

    What happen if I fall sick while trekking?

    If you fall sick on the trail while trekking, your guide will take action and taking into account the nature and severity of your sickness. If you have only a minor health concerns like stomach ache, diarrhea, and your guide will be carrying medicines for you. And if you are affecting from altitude problem, you will be moved to a lower altitude. In case of severe injuries and illness, an emergency evacuation by Helicopter will be arranged.

    Cost Includes

    • Airport pick up and drop
    • Accommodation with breakfast in Three star hotels
    • Accommodation and all the meals including Breakfast, lunch and dinner during the trekking
    • Transportation used during the trekking
    • Full day sightseeing in Kathmandu with English language speaking tour  guide
    • All entrance fee during the sightseeing and trekking
    • An experienced English speaking guide, if required, other language guide on request (bit costly) and for more than 5 trekkers, an assistance guide will be provided)
    • Porter (usually one porters for two trekkers will be provided)
    • Guide, assistant guide, porter and other necessary staff salaries, insurance food and accommodation along with the airfare when required.
    • Achievement certificate, T-shirt and trekking map are provided from the company.
    • Conservation area entry permit fee
    • TIMS and all necessary permits during trekking
    • First Aid Medical kit and other necessary medicines
    • Farewell dinner
    • All the government and local taxes

    Cost Excludes

    • Lunch and dinner during the stay in Kathmandu
    • Alcoholic drinks, personal expenses, mineral water, phone calls, laundry and internets
    • Emergency rescue evacuation if necessary like personal accident insurance or helicopter rescue
    • Personal trekking gears and extra luggage
    • Porter cost (extra) per 20 kg
    • International flight tickets, re issue or date change if necessary
    • Nepal Visa fee
    • Tips, souvenir and gifts

    Manaslu Circuit Trek - Fixed Departure Cost & Dates


    There is no fixed departure trip for this month. You can request for a private group trip.

    20 % OFF

    2500USD

    2,000USD

    All Inclusive Price

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    Duration Duration
    18 Days
    Max. Altitude Max. Altitude
    5,106 m
    Activities Activities
    Sightseeing, Day Hiking, Moderate to Adventure Trek
    Destination Destination
    Nepal
    Start/End Point Start/End Point
    Kathmandu - Kathmandu
    Transportation Transportation
    Airport & Trailhead Transfers | Private vehicle for sightseeing | Porter(s)
    Grade Grade
    Moderate
    Nature of Trip Nature of Trip
    Lodge to Lodge Trek
    Meals Meals
    17 Breakfast | 14 Lunch | 15 Dinner
    Group Size Group Size
    2-20 People
    Best Seasons Best Seasons
    Sept - Nov, March - Jun
    Accommodation Accommodation
    3 Nights in 3* Hotel | 14 Nights in Teahouse Eco Lodge

    The astonishing trail of Manaslu Circuit Trek is one of the less crowded regions of Nepal Himalayas. Manaslu Circuit Trekking is a perfect combination of rich cultural heritage and unsurpassed Himalayan beauty with distinct biological diversity. It starts from the Budi Gandaki River and goes up to Larke-La. Larke La is a wide mountain pass (5213m) connecting Budi Gandaki valley with Marshyangdi Valley. During the trek, the panoramic mountain views and a superb glimpse of attractive mountains like Himalchuli, Ganesh Himal, Manaslu will make your journey memorable.

    Major Highlights of Manaslu Circuit Trek

    • Manaslu Circuit Trek is a well-known peer of Everest Base Camp and Annapurna Circuit but is far less crowded than them.
    • Manaslu is getting out popularity, but we still see fewer trekkers on the trail
    • The trek is wild and remote, yet there are tea houses at the everyday stage, so trekkers don’t need to bring tents and food, making it more accessible and affordable than similar treks.
    • Easily avoids domestic flights to reach the trailhead.
    • Opportunity to visit exemplary cantilever bridge.
    • You will trek from the subtropical jungle at lower elevations, through the Himalayan foothills to the high experiencing the scenery in a single trip all Nepal has to offer.
    • Ultimately, the cold and challenging crossing of the Larke-La is above 5,100 meters / 17,000 feet.

    A diversified ethnic community is living in the region which makes it an attractive region for visitors. The region was not in connection with another world before 1991 before the Nepal government officially started issuing permits for foreign nationals.

    Manaslu Circuit Hiking tour is among the best treks in Nepal. Although it is gaining more popularity and more people are interested to visit it, the Manaslu Trek is still considered off-the-beaten-path and remote compared to other famous tea-house treks in Nepal. The trek takes you around Mt. Manaslu which is the eighth highest mountain at 8,163 meters (26,781 ft) in the world.

    Alike other trekking destinations, you can do the trek from two different routes. The first route passes via Dudh Pokhari pass and another through the usual route by crossing the  Larke-La.

    Manaslu Circuit Trek Route Map

    Tsum Valley Manaslu Trek Map

    Access to the start-point

    Soti Khole is the trailhead of Manaslu Circuit Trek. It takes a day-long drive of 126 km (80 miles) from Kathmandu to Soti Khola. Due to the normal road condition, you should take a jeep for faster journeys (approx. 6 hrs) whereas the public bus takes more than 8 hours to reach there.  Generally, during the monsoon months, one may have to start hiking in Arughat adding an extra day to the itinerary.

    Trek Style

    The Manaslu Circuit trek includes lodges as basic accommodation. Hence, also popular as the Manaslu circuit teahouse trek. The mountain lodges en route have basic facilities of rooms with warm beds. The teahouse lodges provide eat and stay facilities.  Similar to other trekking areas of Nepal, trekkers are expected to eat breakfast and dinner in the same lodge where they spent the night.

    Necessary Permits

    Nepal Government issues trekking permits for the region, as the region falls under the restricted region of Nepal. Free Individual/Solo trekkers cannot get the permit to trek here, hence it demands at least a group of two persons.

    Cost for Manaslu Circuit Trek?

    How much does it cost to trek the Manaslu Circuit is a common question that arises in every trekker’s mind.  The price may vary as per the agency and service you choose. The package price includes guide service, hotels, meals, permits, and porter service. You are welcome to leave us a quick inquiry for a custom itinerary and service to maximize the value you will pay. We are happy to provide free details.

    Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu [1,300m/4,264 ft]

    The representative of Oriental Journeys will welcome you at Tribhuvan International Airport and transfer you to the hotel. After having some rest in the hotel, we will provide you detailed trip information along with a welcome dinner with cultural programs in the evening. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.

    Day 02: Kathmandu: Sightseeing and Trek Preparation

    After getting all the trekking permits, you will be taken for sightseeing in the historical and architectural sites of Kathmandu valley including Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath, Pashupatinath, and Boudhha Stupa, which are listed in the world heritage sites of Kathmandu. After this, you will have some time for preparing trekking equipment. Overnight stay at a hotel on a BB basis.

    Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Sotikhola [710m/2328 ft] 8 - 9 hours

    Today, We will drive early in the morning towards Dhading Besi, the district headquarter of Dhading district. We will continue the drive towards Arughat through a narrow road. After reaching Arughat Bazar, we will explore the local market of this region and heading towards Sotikhola. We will get enjoyable views of scattered houses in the green mountains and valleys, waterfalls, rivers, and cascade paddy fields to introduce ethnic groups. Overnight stay at the local market.

    Day 04: Soti Khola - Maccha Khola [900m/2952 ft]: 6 - 7 hours

    Today, we will walk towards a beautiful pine forest after crossing the suspension bridge at Soti Khola. We have mixed types of trekking trails that sometimes we need to climb up and sometimes walk down with the beautiful views of waterfalls on a steep ridge. Along with this, we will walk along the beautiful terrace rice field then we reached to Gurung village of Lapubeshi and further climb the rocky mountain. After crossing another suspension bridge, we reach Machha Khola and overnight stay there.

    Day 05: Maccha Khola -Jagat [1410m/ 4625 ft]: 6 - 7 hrs

    We will walk through a gentle trek that takes us to Khorlabei after crossing Tharo Khola. After this, we will climb another ridge and cross the suspension bridge in the Budhigandaki river. After walking through some descend and ascend trekking trails, we will reach Dobhan. Then we again cross the river in Thado bearing and from this onwards, we will ascend over a ridge and we will arrive at Jagat. Overnight stay at Jagat.

    Day 06: Jagat - Deng [1,804m/5917 ft]: 6 - 7 hrs

    We will start our trekking early in the morning and ascending towards Salleri over a rocky ridge. During the trek, we will be enjoying while walking along the cascade millet field and arrive at Ekle Bhatti. The trek continues towards a steep and uninhabited gorge. After crossing bamboo buses, we reach Deng and overnight stay there.

    Day 07: Deng - Namrung [2630m/8626ft]: 6 - 7 hrs

    We will reach Deng after crossing the Budhi Gandaki River and climb an hour to reach Rana. We should again have to ascend a short trail and walk to the west valley through the forest and crossing waterfalls and mani walls in the Tibetan village. Then again we will walk steep up through rhododendron forest and arrive at Namrung. Namrung offers tremendous views of Himal Chuli, Shirung , Namrung and Ganesh himal. Overnight stay at Namrung.

    Day 08: Namrung – Samagaon [3530m/11,578 ft]: 6-7 hours

    Today, we will get an opportunity to walk through the rhododendron forest and reached Lihi village with Tibetan’s Chortens and terrace barley fields. It further offers the views of Ganesh Himal. We will pass by some Tibetan villages and we will see Manaslu and Himchuli Himal are seen through the entire landscape. Some did acclimatization today and we will analyze the group condition and move ahead to Samagaun.

    Day 09: Samagaon - Pungyen gompa - Samagaon: 6 - 7 hours exploration

    This will be two nights’ rest in Samagaon. You will be hiking up to Pungyen Gompa and return back to Samagaon for an overnight stay.

    Day 10: Samagaon - Samdo [3860m/12,660 ft]: 4 - 5 hours

    We will continue our trekking towards Samdo village depending on our body condition. After crossing Samdo village, we will continue our walk towards Manaslu Base Camp but we will follow the right side of the trail which leads us towards Larke Pass. After crossing the Juniper birch forest and a wooden bridge on the Budhi Gandaki river, we will make a climb to reach Samdo, inhabited by Tibetans who migrated from Chinese territory to their homeland after 50 years.

    Day 11: Rest Day in Samdo

    We usually do acclimatization in Samdo to avoid high altitude sickness for the rest of the trekking days. In the mature morning, our guide will lead us to climb the high elevation but we should have to follow AMS rules. Today, we will go and climb some heights and then come back to the lodge.

    Day 12: Samdo - Dharamsala/Larkya B. C. [4460m/14, 628 ft]: 4 - 5 hours

    After acclimatization in Samdo, we will trek down and cross the wooden bridge over Budhi Gandaki River in the early morning trekking. We will climb up through the Juniper bush which offers a beautiful view of Larke La Glacier. After 3 to 4 hours of walking high hills, we will reach Dharmasala where we can get an accommodation facility. After this, we will do some acclimatization in Dharmashala to make our bodies fit without any problems. Overnight stay at Dharmasala.

    Day 13: Dharamsala - Larkya la [5160m/16, 924 ft] - Bimthang [3720m/12, 201 ft]: 8 - 9 hours

    We will get a wake-up call from our guide in the early morning at 3:30 am and after having breakfast, we will start our trek to Bhimtang. The reason for early morning trekking is to avoid cold winds on the top. After climbing to the ridge, we will get an opportunity to see some frozen lakes and the Larke glaciers on the side. While climbing, we will face that the last part of Larke La Top is quite tougher to climb. Once you reach the top, you will have the opportunity to see the outstanding view of Himalayas in the different directions like Himlung Himal, Kanguru, Annapurna II as well as soothing Mt. Manaslu in the west direction. We will be taking some pictures for the success to reach the top and descends down to Bhimtang.

    Day 14: Bimthang - Tilije [2300m/7544ft] 5 - 6 hours

    The trek continues in the morning and once you are moving ahead towards Bhitang Tilje, you will leave the generous peak behind you. During the trekking, we will be walking through the rhododendron forest which will take us to Karache, the highest cultivated region of Nepal and the trek continues towards Gho village. After this, we will continue our trek towards Tilje for the last party at the lodge according to our trekking plan.

    Day 15: Tilije - Tal [1700m/5576 ft]: 5 - 6 hours(1700)

    Today, we will be doing short trekking to Bagarchhap for two hours and descend down to some of the millet farmland, and walk through the beautiful tropical forest.

    Day 16: Tal - Syange [1080m/3542 ft]: 6 - 7 hours

    Day 17: Syange - Kathmandu: 8-9 hours

    Day 18: Final Departure

    Today is your last day in Nepal. If you have time, you can do shopping in your free time. We will drop you at the airport before 3 hours of scheduled flight.

    When is the trail mostly busy?

    According to the data collected by the Ministry of Tourism, October is seen as the busiest month since this is the best time for trekking in Nepal with a clear sky. Similarly, spring and autumn are the most favorable seasons to do this trek. During the time, you can see the mountain views are stunning and you can see the eighth highest peak in the world with all its glory. Trekkers generally keep off this circuit during December, January and February because of extreme cold and heavy snowfall.

    Where can I store my extra luggage while trekking?

    Most of the hotels in Kathmandu have storage facilities and you can store your extra luggage in the same hotel.

    Are permits included in the trip price?

    Yes, the necessary permits are included in the trip price.

    What permits are needed for this trek?

    The permits required during this trek are:

    • Manaslu Restricted Area Permit
    • Manaslu Conservation Area Permit
    • Annapurna Conservation Area Permit
    What is the difference between hiking, trekking and mountain climbing?

    Hiking is generally a walking for a short distance to reach to your destination. It may last for only a day. Trekking involves walking for several days to reach the point of your interest. During trekking, you need to walk for several days to reach the point of your interest. You may walk 5 to 8 hours per day and you may need to stay overnight at camps or lodges. Compared to hiking, trekking is more rigorous and challenging. To participate in mountain climbing one requires adequate training and technical skills. Besides this, a special mountaineering gear is needed and the risks are higher in mountain climbing than in trekking or hiking.

    What happen if I fall sick while trekking?

    If you fall sick on the trail while trekking, your guide will take action and taking into account the nature and severity of your sickness. If you have only a minor health concerns like stomach ache, diarrhea, and your guide will be carrying medicines for you. And if you are affecting from altitude problem, you will be moved to a lower altitude. In case of severe injuries and illness, an emergency evacuation by Helicopter will be arranged.

    Cost Includes

    • Airport pick up and drop
    • Accommodation with breakfast in Three star hotels
    • Accommodation and all the meals including Breakfast, lunch and dinner during the trekking
    • Transportation used during the trekking
    • Full day sightseeing in Kathmandu with English language speaking tour  guide
    • All entrance fee during the sightseeing and trekking
    • An experienced English speaking guide, if required, other language guide on request (bit costly) and for more than 5 trekkers, an assistance guide will be provided)
    • Porter (usually one porters for two trekkers will be provided)
    • Guide, assistant guide, porter and other necessary staff salaries, insurance food and accommodation along with the airfare when required.
    • Achievement certificate, T-shirt and trekking map are provided from the company.
    • Conservation area entry permit fee
    • TIMS and all necessary permits during trekking
    • First Aid Medical kit and other necessary medicines
    • Farewell dinner
    • All the government and local taxes

    Cost Excludes

    • Lunch and dinner during the stay in Kathmandu
    • Alcoholic drinks, personal expenses, mineral water, phone calls, laundry and internets
    • Emergency rescue evacuation if necessary like personal accident insurance or helicopter rescue
    • Personal trekking gears and extra luggage
    • Porter cost (extra) per 20 kg
    • International flight tickets, re issue or date change if necessary
    • Nepal Visa fee
    • Tips, souvenir and gifts

    There is no fixed departure trip for this month. You can request for a private group trip.

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    Christopher J. Fitzpatrick
    Oct 6, 2019

    We did a Manaslu circuit trek in November with Oriental Journeys. We had a a great time on this trek. The operator was very good and we feel lucky to have professional guide Aneel and porter Gopal. This is a beautiful off the beaten trek and you will not see the crowd even during the main trekking season. If you want to explore the remoteness and the off the beaten trek with beautiful and magnificent views of the hills and mountains, you can choose Manaslu circuit trek. I highly recommend this trek to anyone going to Nepal with Oriental Journeys for this trek.