Manaslu Circuit Trek – 14 Days Itinerary

Manaslu Circuit Trek – 14 Days Itinerary

Arrival at

Kathmandu

Dept. From

Kathmandu

Difficulty

Moderate

Group Size

2 to 12

Destination

Nepal

Max. Alt.

5,160m

Manaslu Circuit Trek

Nepal Big Mountain Travel offers a 14-day Manaslu Circuit trek package in Nepal that has become one of our best-selling trekking packages in Nepal over the past few years. The popularity of the Manaslu Circuit trek in Nepal is growing rapidly because it provides visitors with an incredible journey through the adventurous Himalayan terrains of Nepal, and gives an opportunity to explore the culture and lifestyle of Hindus and Buddhists. The trek takes you around the world’s eighth-highest mountain, Manaslu Himal (Mount Manaslu).
Manaslu Circuit trekking is pretty challenging as compared to most of the other Himalayan treks in Nepal. Unlike the Everest Base Camp Trek in Nepal that’s usually crowded with trekkers from all around the world, there are usually fewer people participating in the Manaslu circuit trek. Despite being remote and physically demanding, the Manaslu Circuit trek is culturally enriching and scenically uplifting. If you’ve already been to the Annapurna Circuit Trek in Nepal, this trek won’t seem difficult for you.The trial of the Manaslu Circuit trek takes you through beautiful Buddhist landmarks, local area settlements, rhododendron forests, juniper trees, frozen lakes, amazing waterfalls, glaciers, suspension bridges, mighty Budi Gandaki gorge, and high mountain passes that will enchant you throughout the journey, making your trip an adventure of a lifetime.

Why NBM for Manaslu Circuit Trek?

The magical Manaslu Circuit trek itinerary that Nepal Big Mountain Travel offers allows you to explore the natural beauty of the Himalayas and the hidden landscapes in Nepal. It features everything one wants in a classic trek in Nepal. Active in tours & travel in Nepal for nine years, we have so far provided the best trekking experience to more than 20,000 adventure lovers who want to make it to the Himalayas of Nepal. NBM Travel is now considered a leading trekking agency in Nepal that is specialized in providing the best trekking packages in the Himalayan region of Nepal. Connect with NBM Travel and start your Himalayan journey with our Manaslu Circuit trekking package now.

Manaslu Circuit Trek Highlights

  • Explore the natural beauty of the forests, rivers, and flora in the Manaslu region.
  • Incredible hospitality of local people.
  • Experience the unique culture, and lifestyle of the Himalayan people.
  • Reach Larky La Pass (5167 m), the highest point on the Manaslu Circuit trek.
  • Majestic views of some highest mountains in the world including Manaslu Himal, Ganesh Himal, Himlung, Annapurna II, Kang Guru, Cheo Himal, and Larke peak.
  • Opportunities to take a glimpse of Abundant wildlife including Tahr, Agali, Pika, Himalayan Marmots, and Snow Leopard.

Short Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1400 m)

Day 2: Kathmandu to Soti Khola (710 m)

Day 3: Soti Khola to Maccha Khola (930 m)

Day 4: Machha Khola to Jagat (1340 m)

Day 5: Jagat to Deng (1860 m)

Day 6: Dang to Namrung (2660 m)

Day 7: Namrung to Samagaun (3520)

Day 8: Acclimatization Day in Sama Gaun

Day 9: Samagaun to Samdo (3860m)

Day 10: Samdo to Dharmasala (4450m)

Day 11: Dharmasala to Bimtang (3750) via Larkya La Pass (5160)

Day 12: Bimtang to Dharapani (1963)

Day 13: Drive to Besi Sahar to Kathmandu

Day 14: Departure

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Kathmandu (1400 m)

As you take a flight to Kathmandu, you’ll see beautiful views of the valleys, the snow-capped mountains, and terraced fields below. As you arrive in Kathmandu, a representative from Nepal Big Mountain will welcome you at the airport with garlands (Mala) and a traditional Buddhist ceremonial scarf (Khata). The representative will then take you to your hotel. You can take a rest for a while and then stroll around the city throughout the day.

Day 2

Kathmandu to Soti Khola (710 m)

The next day, our representative will pick you up early in the morning and take you to a tourist bus on which you will drive to Soti Khola through quite dusty and bumpy paved roads via Arughat. Soti Khola is the gateway to the Manaslu Circuit trek. Throughout the journey, you can see rural communities, small towns, terraced fields, lush hillsides, and giant mountains such as Annapurna, Manaslu Himal, Langtang, and Ganesh Himal. Overnight at a guesthouse in Soti Khola.

Day 3

Soti Khola to Maccha Khola (930 m)

Your Manaslu Circuit trekking will officially begin today. You wake up early in the morning and start walking toward Maccha Khola. The path itself is stunning as you will have to walk through woodlands with waterfalls crossing our way.  You will head upstream along the Budhi Gandaki and then descend to the wide, sandy riverbed before walking along a winding mountain path to reach Maccha Khola. Dinner and a comfortable night stay at a guesthouse in Maccha Khola.

Day 4

Machha Khola to Jagat (1340 m)

Today you will have a nourishing breakfast and then continue your Manaslu Circuit trek journey. You will climb up gradually towards the small Khrolabesi village and then to Tatopani where you can find the natural hot springs. Moving further across a forested area and then walking along the stone-paved staircases, you will reach Thado Bharyang. You then continue walking towards Budhi Gandaki and after following a beautiful trail along the river and crossing a long cantilever bridge, you will finally reach Jagat, a neatly flagstoned Gurung village. The incredible hospitality of local people will enchant you here. Overnight at a guesthouse in Jagat.

Day 5

Jagat to Deng (1860 m)

On day 5, you will have a refreshing breakfast and start your trekking towards Dang. You will pass through the Sho village where you can meet with the traditional natives and experiance their culture. The path along the Buddhist Mani walls will keep you excited with the majestic views of Shringri Himal. You will cross various terraced fields, green hills, and bamboo forests before reaching Deng which offers breathtaking views of mountains such as  Manaslu mountain, Himalchuli, Saula Himal, and Dwijen Himal. Overnight at a guesthouse in Deng.

Day 6

Dang to Namrung (2660 m)

After having your breakfast, you will start an uphill trek to Rana village where you will get to interact with the local people and share a chat. You then continue walking through dense forests full of rhododendron flowers and on the way, you can see the Langur monkeys and hear the soothing sounds of the chirping birds. Walking further, you can catch glorious glimpses of Himalchuli and Ganesh Himal before reaching Namrung. Overnight stay in Namrung today.

Day 7

Namrung to Samagaun (3520)

The next day, you will leave the beautiful stone houses of Namrung behind and start an uphill trek towards Lho (3180m)  through the fields surrounded. You will start seeing stunning views of snow-capped mountains such as Ganesh Himal before entering Lho where the majority of the local people are Buddhists. The Buddhist culture will kick in as you will see beautiful monasteries here. You can visit the Lho monastery to hear the serene chants of monks. You then continue walking to reach Samagaun via Pungen Glacier. Sama Gaun is the most beautiful village you come across during your Manaslu Circuit trek in Nepal. Overnight in Samagaun.

Day 8

Acclimatization Day in Sama Gaun

Day 8 is the acclimatization day. After seven days of harsh trekking, you might feel the cold kicking in and want to take a rest. However, it doesn’t mean that you will stay idle the whole day. Sama Gaun is a beautiful village with juniper hillsides, grassy moorland, rhododendron forests, a moraine ridge, and a flat bouldery river that you can explore throughout the day. There are various monasteries as well in the village, including Labrang Gompa and Kargya Chholing Monastery, that you can visit for cultural exploration.

Day 9

Samagaun to Samdo (3860m)

Today, after having breakfast, you move to the Samdo village along the trail that turns to the north on the upper region of the Budhi Gandaki River. You will witness fantastic views of the mountains, especially the Manaslu Himal, throughout the journey before reaching Samdo which is a Tibetan refugee village. You will explore the village and the surrounding hills for the rest of the day and then have dinner and spend your night at a guest house there.

Day 10

Samdo to Dharmasala (4450m)

You will start your day with a nourishing breakfast today and then continue your trek toward Dharmashala. After crossing a wooden bridge over the Budhi Gandaki River, you will transverse along a mani wall and then continue climbing over the Larkya Glacier until you come to a ridge from where you get great views of a huge gorge. After a steady climb, you will finally reach Dharamshala where you will have lunch and then walk to Larkya Phedi. Overnight at a guesthouse in Dharamshala.

Day 11

Dharmasala to Bimtang (3750) via Larkya La Pass (5160)

Day 11 will be the most awaited day of your Manaslu Circuit Trek in Nepal as today, you will be on Larkya La pass which is the highest point on the trek. You will start your day early with a challenging uphill trek to Larkya La. After reaching there you get to see the enchanting views of snow-capped mountains such as Mt. Himlung, Mt. Kang Guru, Annapurna II, Cheo Himal, and Gyaji Kung.  After a successful ascent up to the pass, you descend to Bimtang where you will be staying today in a guesthouse.

Day 12

Bimtang to Dharapani (1963)

Today, you will cross a glacial stream and climb over the side of the moraine, and then descend through spectacular rhododendron forests, and impressive pine trees towards the Dudh Khola (Milk River). You then continue walking through a more agricultural landscape to reach Dharapani via Tilje Overnight at a guesthouse in Dharapani.

Day 13

Drive to Besi Sahar to Kathmandu

The next day, following a delicate breakfast, you will catch a local jeep or bus to Beshisahar from where you can get a vehicle for driving back to Kathmandu. Overnight in Kathmandu.

 

Day 14

Departure

Your Manaslu Circuit trek is finally over. On day 14, a representative from NBM Travel will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to the airport from where you can fly back to your home.

Included

  • A warm welcome with a garland (mala) by our representative upon arrival at the airport.
  • Airport pickup and transfers on a tourist or private vehicle as per the itinerary.
  • Standard twin-sharing accommodation in a 3-star hotel in Kathmandu including breakfast, with the option to upgrade to private room, 4-star, or 5-star accommodations for an additional fee.
  • Twin-sharing accommodation in tea houses/guesthouses during the trek, with occasional dormitory-style rooms.
  • Public bus transfer from Kathmandu to Soti Khola and jeep transfer from Soti Khola to Machhi Khola, or private vehicle option to reach Machhi Khola directly.
  • An experienced, government-licensed guide who speaks Chinese, English, or Hindi.
  • Special TIMS permit for trekking.
  • Porters during the trek (one porter for every two guests).
  • One trekking map and one duffel bag per pair of guests.
  • A medical kit.
  • A trek completion certificate.
  • A farewell dinner in Kathmandu on the last night.
  • All necessary administrative expenses and government taxes throughout the trek.

Not Included

  • Meals (lunch and dinner) in Kathmandu and during the trek.
  • Travel insurance, including high-altitude emergency evacuation coverage.
  • Tips for trekking staff and driver.
  • Personal trekking gear and equipment.
  • A private or customized trip.
  • Extra accommodation in case of early arrival/late departure or any other reasons.
  • Any other services, activities, or personal expenses not included in the itinerary.

FAQ

The Manaslu Circuit Trek in Nepal is considered moderately challenging, both physically and mentally, and that’s because of the steep trails, and rugged and remote landscapes one has to pass to complete the journey.

No, you can’t see Mt. Everest from the Manaslu circuit. However, you can get spectacular views of other high mountain peaks from the Manaslu circuit such as Manaslu Himal, Ganesh Himal, Himlung, and Annapurna II.

The total distance of the Manaslu Circuit is 110 miles (177 kilometers). However, the distance may vary between the Manaslu circuit trek itineraries. Some itineraries start the Manaslu circuit trek from Arughat Bazar while others only start at Soti Khola.

The best time to climb Manaslu or opt for the Manaslu circuit trek is the spring and autumn season. These seasons offer settled weather, less snowy trials, and clear skies, resulting in alluring mountain views.

More than 60 people died on treacherous slopes while towering above the pine forests of Budhi Gandaki river valley. This is the reason why the locals nicknamed the mighty Manaslu “killer mountain“.

1. How hard is the Manaslu Circuit trek?

The Manaslu Circuit Trek in Nepal is considered moderately challenging, both physically and mentally, and that’s because of the steep trails, and rugged and remote landscapes one has to pass to complete the journey.

2. Can you see Everest from Manaslu Circuit?

No, you can’t see Mt. Everest from the Manaslu circuit. However, you can get spectacular views of other high mountain peaks from the Manaslu circuit such as Manaslu Himal, Ganesh Himal, Himlung, and Annapurna II.

3. How long is the Manaslu Circuit trek?

The total distance of the Manaslu Circuit is 110 miles (177 kilometers). However, the distance may vary between the Manaslu circuit trek itineraries. Some itineraries start the Manaslu circuit trek from Arughat Bazar while others only start at Soti Khola.

4. When should we climb Manaslu?

The best time to climb Manaslu or opt for the Manaslu circuit trek is the spring and autumn season. These seasons offer settled weather, less snowy trials, and clear skies, resulting in alluring mountain views.

5. Why is Manaslu called Killer mountain?

More than 60 people died on treacherous slopes while towering above the pine forests of Budhi Gandaki river valley. This is the reason why the locals nicknamed the mighty Manaslu “killer mountain.”

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Viet Anh
Viet Anh
2023-01-03
The tour gave me such an amazing experience, especially about the cultural, historical and religious values of Nepalis. 2 colleagues and me went on 1 tour of NBM Travel, in 4 nights and 5 days in Nepal (Limbini, Nagarkot, and Kathmandu). Mr Sujit, the Manager was very supportive in arranging a customized tour for us, meeting all our requirements. He is very responsive and professional, with quite good connections to help us (our domestic flight was delayed, he managed to get us on board of an earlier flight)Mr Subash, the Tour Guide, was also responsible and hospitable. He always tried to make us enjoy the trip. He is also expertised in his job, knowing a lot of information about the tourist attractions. He was very ready to help when we want to buy local fruits, and very collaborative when we want to change the schedule.The tour gave me such an amazing experience, especially about the cultural, historical and religious values of Nepalis. In our tour, we also planned to see the Himalayan Ranges from our Hotel in Nagarkot and from Chandragiri Hills, but the weather was so cloudy during our stay. It may be a good reason for our come back to Nepal next time and enjoy the hospitality of NBM Team.
Ciara M
Ciara M
2022-05-13
Fantastic We had such a fantastic experience in Nepal with this tour company. We were overwhelmed by how welcoming and warm Sudarshan and his team were from the moment we arrived. We felt so comparable and taken care of in the beautiful Nivas Botique home in Kathmandu. The rooms are beautiful and very comfortable. We enjoyed delicious, complimentary authentic Nepalese meals and had such a fanatic stay here. We travelled to Pokhara for 2 nights in very comfortable private transportation. We had a fantastic 2 days of activities including paragliding and white water rafting, all organised for us. We couldn’t have asked for a better trip and I couldn’t recommend using this travel company more. We will definitely be back in the future!
Rory N
Rory N
2022-05-08
Amazing Trip! We spent 4 fantastic days in Kathmandu and Pokhara with NBM travel. Our trip included paragliding, sight seeing and an Everest flight. Management went above and beyond to make us feel welcome, safe and ensure that we had the best time. Would highly recommend this travel company!
JIAOTU
JIAOTU
2021-08-29
绝美风景,期待下次再见 不同于之前在国内看到的雪山,喜马拉雅山系的雪山绵延不绝,又高又长,能见度好的时候能看到一片的雪山,感觉自己第一次离雪山那么近,超震撼的感觉。看到了鱼尾峰的鱼尾巴,好美!雨林里山中的空气超级好,刚好走的那段路像原始丛林一般,很美空气很新鲜,竟然有点爱上这种雨中漫步的感觉~选的旅行社的老板人真的很好!安排的十分妥当,爱上这种异国他乡的快乐啦哈哈!不过这是我们第一次相遇,但绝对不是最后一次相聚!
YU J
YU J
2021-08-28
很棒的旅游体验-Kathmandu 一直有想去尼泊尔旅行的想法,前些日子终于下决心仔细研究了,人生地不熟的,问了朋友的朋友有没有旅行社推荐,就推荐了这家,英文名NBM中文名大山旅游,老板中文名也叫大山,感觉对中国文化很有研究,让我们这种出国游的感觉很安心。老板很靠谱,给安排了懂中文的向导,沟通很顺利,人也很亲切。不得不说尼泊尔景色真不错,适合放松身心,有机会的话还会再来,也会多推荐大山旅游的。
Tina B.
Tina B.
2019-12-14
Great if you have limited time to visit the city I was in Nepal in November and after a trek of 10 days I only had 1 and a half day to visit Kathmandu. I found out many places to visit in Kathmandu are far from each other (5 to 10 km) and walking between places is not an option (heavy traffic). So I decided to book a private tour (I was a solo traveller) and had a great experience. My guide Raj took me to all the important places , UNESCO sites, and explained everything about the place we were visiting. I would recommend this tour to anyone who has limited time to explore the city. -1 point as the guides will take you to shop/restaurant they have an agreement with, I didn't mind the shop as they don't force you to buy anything, but I would have wanted to choose the restaurant by myself
Hari r
Hari r
2019-07-25
Cable Car Trip near Kathmandu Me and my friends travelled Kathmandu this July and we went for a short distance trip to Chandragiri Hill. Cable Car took us to Chandragiri hill, which is best to escape from hustle and bustle of Kathmandu. The view of Kathmandu was beautiful as rain cleared up the sky. The guide we were provided was professional and he told us incredible stories of the hill. Overall it was fantastic trip.
Bindu B
Bindu B
2019-07-25
Trekking, Local, culture views and sites 5 days in Nepal trek was awesome. We went to Sundarijal, then to Chisapani walking a lot of stairs and then to Nagarkot. We could see beautiful peaks from Dhaulagiri to Everest. People at Sundarijal seem very friendly. All in all, our trek was very nice and we enjoyed it very much.
Stephanie H
Stephanie H
2019-07-18
Amazing Trip! Thank you to the folks at NBM Travel for an awesome trip to Nepal! Shristi was incredibly helpful with coordinating everything and answering all of my silly logistical questions from the moment I booked the trip. My tour guide Mani provided so much support on the tour, from sharing his knowledge about Nepali culture and history, to helping me find souvenirs at a good price, to rearranging our itinerary when we had weather delays. I chose this tour specifically to learn about the many cultures and lifestyles of Nepal and was not disappointed. Each location was so different from the last - Kathmandu is the chaotic capital, Chitwan is a gorgeous jungle where you’ll see animals that you’d never expect to see up close in real life (still can’t believe how close I was to crocodiles and a rhino!), and Pokhara feels like a cute beach resort. We were unable to go to Lumbini due to weather, so we spent an extra day in Pokhara and an extra day in Kathmandu, which worked out fine for relaxing and shopping. Even the bus rides between cities were interesting because you could see examples of life in the countryside and some really cool landscapes. There was a decent balance of sightseeing and free time, and I really liked each of the hotels we stayed at. If you are interested in learning about Nepal beyond trekking, this is a great introduction. They have such an interesting diversity and unique history, I wish more people knew about it!If you go in July, like I did, you’ll likely catch some rain (monsoon season), so make sure you pack accordingly! Rain boots, rain coat, and quick dry pants worked well on rainy days and the boat tour/jungle trek in Chitwan, plus a few pairs of comfortable pants and a pair of sandals for sunny days. Don’t let the name “monsoon” scare you off from coming if this is the only time of year you can go. You’ll still see, do, and eat a lot! (Make sure you have dal bhat and momo while you are here...they are the best!)
Swostika M
Swostika M
2019-07-08
Exciting trip in cable car Had a experience of such a steep cable car. The trip was exciting and the mountain view was worth the travel.

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