Transportation
Private Vehicle
Maximum Altitude
5,160 m (16,929 ft)
Group Size
1-12
Accomodation
4* Hotel in Kathmandu & lodges during the trek
Meals
Full board during the trek
Tour type
Private Trekking
Group Size
1 - 12
Destinations
Nepal
Activities
Trekking
Trip Type
Budget Travel, Nature Friendly
Difficulty
Medium

Manaslu Circuit Trek is one of those classical treks where you get to experience
the grandeur of spectacular Himalayan ranges and appealing natural beauty
amid remoteness. Manaslu Circuit Trek Nepal is one of the less crowded treks,
which makes it more exclusive and unspoiled for trekkers seeking thrill in quieter
routes. This trek takes you to the base of Manaslu (8156m), the 8th highest
mountain in the world, and walks you through amazing monasteries amid
traditional settlements.
Manaslu Circuit Trek Itinerary starts with your arrival at Tribhuvan International
Airport. After a brief stay in Kathmandu valley, the trip begins at a very low
altitude in Arughat and progresses slowly to the highest point of the trek,
i.e., Larkya La Pass (5160m), which is always adorned with colorful prayer flags.
During the Manaslu Circuit Trek in Nepal, you will cross spectacular suspension
bridges, terraced fields, pasturelands, waterfalls, and experience many Buddhist
rituals and practices. You will pass through the subtropical jungle at lower
altitudes and witness remarkable mountain views. The trek requires some tough
walking amid the glaciers and moraines, and sometimes strenuous climbing on
stone steps, but also allows you to walk through beautiful Mani walls encrypted
with Buddhist prayers. The trek package not only allows you an opportunity to
enjoy exquisite views of the snowcapped mountain peaks like Himlung (7126m),
Cheo Himal (6812m), Larkye Peak (6249m), Annapurna II (7937m), and Manaslu
(8156m), but also allows you to experience the vivid culture of Gurung and Nupri
locals. Manaslu Circuit Trek, hence, is fulfilling in every way. The best season for
this trek is from March to May in spring and September to November in autumn.

Highlights

Regarded by many as Nepal's best trek due to stunning views of Himalayan scenery including world's eight-highest mount Manaslu 8156m
A high pass crossing at Larkya La 5200m, both geographically spectacular and culturally fascinating
The inhabitants of the upper Buri Gandaki valley known as Nupri (the western mountains) are of Tibetan descent and their speech, dress, customs are almost exclusively Tibetan
Several Buddhist Mani walls, ancient Buddhist monasteries, picturesque villages
The challenging off the beaten trail onwards to Manaslu base camp, the cristal- clear glacial lakes of Birendra Tal and Pungkar Tal.

Day 01 :

Arrival in Kathmandu 1338m

Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu, our
representatives will welcome you and then take you to the hotel. Overnight at a
hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 02 :

Permit Procedure and Full Day Guided Sightseeing Tour in Kathmandu Valley by private vehicle

After a fulfilling breakfast at the hotel, your tour guide will meet you at the hotel
premises. You will then be taken to the Monkey Temple aka Swayambhunath.
After that, you will visit the Hindu temple of Pashupatinath and then the Buddhist
pilgrimage of Boudhanath stupa. You can stop for lunch and dinner at the

restaurants recommended by your tour guide. Overnight at a hotel in
Kathmandu.

Day 03 :

Drive from Kathmandu to Machha Khola 870m/8 hours by private vehicle

After an early morning breakfast, you drive to Machha Khola on a land cruiser.
You will follow the Budhi Gandaki River towards the northern side and pass
through Morder and Simre villages. It will be a bumping and winding dirt road
drive which will take around 7-8 hours. Overnight at a lodge in Machha Khola.

Day 04 :

Trek from Machha Khola to Jagat 1340m/7 hours

You cross over Khorlabesi and reach the natural hot spring called Tatopani. After
spending some time here, you climb a hill and cross the suspension bridge over
Budhi Gandaki River. Climb down the stairs and cross another suspension
bridge, then you arrive in Jagat. It will be a 6-7 hours trek. Overnight at a lodge in
Jagat.

Day 05 :

Trek from Jagat to Deng 1860m/7 hours

On this day, you climb over the rocky ridge to reach Salleri. You then head
towards Sirdibas and continue the trek passing a long suspension bridge to
reach Philim. Crossing the fields, you will reach Ekle Bhatti where you will have
lunch. Then you pass through the bamboo forest and cross a stream to reach
Deng. Overnight at a lodge in Deng.

Day 06 :

Trek from Deng to Namrung 2630m/6 hours
Today’s trek is a little longer and harder. It will be a 5-6 hours trek. There are
many mustard fields and waterfalls along the way. As you head further, you can
see carvings on the stones of various images of Buddha in meditation. You pass
the rhododendron forests and cross some wooden bridges. Then, a climb
through some stairs and a walk through the pine forest will take you to the neat
village of Namrung. Overnight at a lodge in Namrung.