Manaslu Circuit Trek

The Manaslu Circuit Trek is a popular trekking route located in the Manaslu region of Nepal. It offers a remarkable trekking experience, showcasing breathtaking mountain scenery, diverse landscapes, and rich cultural encounters.

Manaslu mountain is situated 100 Kilometers northwest of Kathmandu, the 8th highest mountain in the world, located in the Mansiri Himal, in the west-central part of Nepal.

Trek to Manaslu circuit is a part of the Great Himalayan Trail (GHT) section that offers an opportunity to explore the beautiful mountains. They are Himal Chuli (7,893m), Annapurna range, Shringi (7,187m) Ngadi Chuli (7,871m), and Ganesh Himal are prime sights of the entire journey. Likewise, Manaslu Himalayan range is a source of the Budi Gandaki River, Nubry valley, and gorges.

Trek around the Manaslu mountains typically takes around 13 to 15 days to complete, depending on the itinerary and trekker’s pace. However, there is also a shorter version of the trek available, which can be completed in around 10 to 12 days.

Additionally, travelers can see an impressive view of Manaslu glacier and Himalchuli with Birendra Lake while hiking to Samdo village. Hike to Manaslu is still lonely and culturally delightful, as Manaslu route is off the beaten path. Locals build guest houses with modern amenities and prepare normal meals for tourists.

Furthermore, along the journey Lho, Sama Gaun, and Samdo villages are the most culturally famous to make short side trips and in the meantime, you will have an incredible view of Mount Manaslu range. Moreover, you can hike the Manaslu base camp and Pungyen Monastery during the Manaslu Larke passes trekking.

Price Per Person for 13 days hike to the Manaslu territory.

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Manaslu circuit trek itinerary details

Our Manaslu circuit is a classical trek route that takes about 13 days itinerary compared to most walks in the Manaslu region. The particular Manaslu trek route is created for world travelers who wish to explore around the Manaslu within a comfortable itinerary. However, if you are planning with your own travel plan to visit more sites trip then let us know to your travel plan.

Follow the trail upstream of Deng River – a tiny village of 4 houses with a newly built rock tunnel from here, thus avoiding the traditional steep climb. Cross the Budhi Gandaki river and follow the path lined with houses that are interspersed with cultivated fields. At Namrung, the Tibetan culture begins with Mani stones and chortens all around.

At Namrung, there is a police check post across the Hinan river coming from Linda Glacier and continuing on to Sho village. Naike peak, Manaslu north (7,774 m), and the magic Manaslu mountain (8,150m) view are just visible from here.

Houses built here are Tibetan influential as well as festivals. It’s a small settlement that stays with normal lodges passing through the stone gate and stone-long Mani wall of the Lho village with a full view of Peak 29 ahead. Leave your bagpack at the hotel and after refreshment, you can hike to the hilltop at RIBUM GUMBA (Ribum Monastery).

This monastery situated in the foothills of Manaslu Himal which can offers almost the best view of Manaslu mountain and as well as Lho village. Hike to the higher elevation and sleep to the lower elevation makes your body better acclimatization.

It’s a important day acclimatization in Sama Gaon, a crucial step in protection against altitude-related issues. To achieve this, we will engage in a unique hiking experience that involves ascending to higher altitudes and spending the night at a lower elevation.

Hike to Manaslu base camp is everyone’s dream therefore we hike towards the north, making your way to Manaslu Base Camp from Sama Gaon. Trekking guide from Gokyo agency will take you pass the serene Birendra Tal, and upon wandering left, you’ll join the trail leading to the base camp.

While ascending the well-maintained pathways, it’s essential to be mindful of the altitude’s potential impact on your breathing. To mitigate any discomfort, prioritize sufficient hydration and maintain a steady pace. Your steady progress will eventually lead you northward, traversing the expanse of the Manaslu glacier until you arrive at the base camp. At a top, small chorten with a lot of prayer flags that marked Manaslu Base Camp 4,400 meters is awesome. From where you’ll retrace your steps back to Sama Gaon.

Likewise, the distance from Samagaun to Manaslu Base Camp is 5.1 kilometers each way and possible to accomplish around six hours. For those seeking a more leisurely option or grappling with the challenges of altitude, a short jaunt to Birendra Tal is on the table. Located conveniently close to Sama Gaon, this choice provides a chance for relaxation.

Alternative hike to Pungyen Gompa

Our chosen path for acclimatization will lead us eastward to Pungyen Gompa, situated in the Nubri Valley. As you embark on this acclimatization hike, be sure to pack a lunch to sustain you throughout the journey. Punggen gompa offers unbelievable views of the entire Himchuli Mountain, Ngadi chuli, and the Manaslu itself. Situated in the beautiful and tranquil with a short ascending at the alpine topography.

Furthermore, upon reaching the hilltop, a breathtaking panorama of Manaslu awaits, captivating your senses. In the vicinity, the landscape is dotted with Himalayan Thars and Yaks, peacefully grazing in their natural habitat.

We suggest to hike about 200 meters to Samdo ridge in the morning just for better acclimatize for yourself. And we walk with the crew and cross the wooden bridge and begin walking upward, crossing two streams while witnessing the Larke Glacier.

You’ll head to the Salka Khola and climb up again to Dharamsala, also known as Larke Phedi. Likewise, the distance from Samdo to Larke Bazar is 1.2 kilometers. Tourists can hike at the Tibet border (Rui La) taking 1 more extra day in Samdo as the journey to the border takes a full day hike.

A challenging hike goes slowly head steeply uphill towards the snowed-up Larke la pass 5,106 meters above the sea. Larke La pass offers just a Panoramic view of Himlung Himal (7,126m), Cheo Himal (6,820m), Gyagi Kung, Kang Kuru (6,981m), and the Annapurna II (7,937m).

The Manaslu trail roughly about 200 meters after the larke la pass is steep descent downhill and difficult part all the way through moraines to the grassy downhill. Some years ago there was not a guest house at Dharmasala, thus, trekkers should hike from Samdo to Bimthang in a single day which is the longest distance day walk in the Manaslu.

From the Larke la about 400 meters downhill the trail is slippery and Rockies. Later on, its grassy rocks to the big open sandy ground to Bimthang. Likewise, the distance from Larke Phedi to Bimthang is 15.1 kilometers (9.4 miles) and takes around 7 hours to complete.

The route gets easier walking across the Rhododendrons forest and local Tilche, a Gurung village. Getting to Tilche village in a single day is strong but walking through the Rhododendrons jungle makes it the best walking trail in the Himalayas.

Tilche is one of the biggest Gurung settlements of Manaslu circuit trekking routes. Many trekkers stay overnight at Goh, but there are not many lodges, and especially in the high trekking season they are overbooked. The distance from Bimthang to Tilche is 26 kilometers (16.12 miles) and takes about seven hours.

How much does the Manaslu circuit trek package price?

Larke la pass 13 days Manaslu circuit trek package price US$ 975 per person is a standard trekking plan. Trek around the Manaslu Larke la pass is the cheapest package trip that we offer every year.

For the deluxe and luxury trekking tour plan, we add a 3-5 star hotel deluxe air-conditioned deluxe room in Kathmandu with a breakfast plan. Likewise, clean lodge accommodation with attached toilet/bathroom in the possible places along the journey. AND WE ARE OPEN TO CUSTOMIZING YOUR TOUR AND PACKAGE PRICE AS PER YOUR REQUIREMENTS.

We can organize a Manaslu circuit private trekking starting on any date that works for you. Please contact us for more information.

Question: Do I need the experience to hike around Manaslu classical trek?

Answer: Hike around the Manaslu classical route is not challenging. It is also the cheapest restricted area trekking in Nepal. Every tourist should walk for around 5 hours daily with a lightweight daypack. If you have some kind of hiking experience or outdoor backpacking, it helps you a lot to complete your trip on time.

Question: Is pick up service available on my arrival day in Kathmandu?

Answer: Yes sure. Provide us with your flight detail and request us for pickup. Our representative will come to pick you up at Kathmandu international airport, Nepal.

Question: Can I store my luggage/stuff in Kathmandu?

Answer: Yes, you can leave your luggage at your hotel or at our office. Store your stuff in the Gokyo Treks agency office for free.

Question: Is the Manaslu trekking area Safe for Female Trekkers?

Answer: Absolutely. Nepal is a safe country to travel to for women travelers; this trek is perfectly safe for women/female trekkers. We have been organizing the trek even for female travelers since its establishment.

Question: What kind of accommodation can I expect around the Manaslu trek?

Answer: We provide you with tourist standard accommodation in Kathmandu. Along the trekking routes, the rooms are simply basic with cozy 2 beds with a nice mattress. However we recommend you take your own sleeping bags if you have one with you otherwise, you may rent them while you are in Kathmandu. Common toilets are available and on a sharing basis. Heating is only available in the dining area.

Question: What kind of food can I expect on the Manaslu treks?

Answer: All lodges in Manaslu circuit trekking routes, have attached restaurants. They cook a delicious range of mostly vegetarian such as Pasta, tuna bakes, noodles, potatoes, eggs, rice, bread, soups, and vegetables.

Likewise, dinner and breakfast are provided in the same lodge you spend the night every day and Lunch will be provided on the way to the next place where you hike.

Question: What opportunities will I have for a shower along the circuit Manaslu lodge trek?

Answer: Most of the Manaslu guest houses offer warm hot showers on pay.

Question: How much does the Manaslu circuit trek permit cost?

Answer: Around Manaslu trek is a restricted region in Nepal. So, you will need a special restricted area permit that cost USD 100 per person per week. As the place is under a controlled region in Nepal, each and every trekker go through a registered trek agency. If you have booked a trek around the Manaslu as a full board package or partial-service trekking tour, you will have no worries about permits and other legal formalities. Two trekkers are compulsory for the trek but the trekking agency does care for everything.

Question: How cold is Manaslu hiking in December?

Answer: Roughly a trek around Manaslu during December is a quiet adventure as the temperature can get as low as -8.8 degrees C in Samdo village. If you trek higher up, the temperature gets as low as -16 degrees in Larkya La pass which is almost white mountains. So check the latest Manaslu weather forecast and you should pack all the necessary gear. Book an experience mountain trek guide if you want to make your December trek to Manaslu a successful ascend.

Question: How do I get drinking water on a lodge basis Manaslu circuit trek?

Answer: You can buy bottled mineral water to drink. But we advise against buying mineral water in plastic bottles, as currently there are no provisions for disposing of these. Therefore, we advise you to buy aqua tablets to purify the normal water. The normal water is available on local taps, streams, and rocks en route.

Question: Is tipping a must for porters and guides?

Answer: Your hiking team is a central motivation behind why you got an opportunity to feel something not many can have. Aside from managing and conveying your necessities and being aware of your health, they need to see you joyfully succeed more than anybody like family, and help you effectively complete the trek securely. Along these lines, your tips reflect appreciation towards them. A tip is a prescribed culture for guides, and porters in Nepal as a motion of gratefulness.

Question: Would I be able to purchase trekking gear in Nepal?.

Answer: Gokyo Treks and Expedition organization will acquaint with many shops auctioning knock-off gear in Kathmandu. You can likewise trade those gears at the knock-off spots however be certain you keep the receipt securely. In addition, you can lease the required gear on the off chance that you would prefer not to get them.

Question: Can I use credit cards in the short Manaslu trek?.

Answer: No! So, far for the trek. You need to have cash Nepali rupees to maintain your daily expenses.

Question: When should I book my trip and what are the payment terms?

Answer: Because our trips book up months in advance, we recommend booking early to avoid any kind of misunderstanding. We will, of course, make every effort to adjust last-minute bookings.

And regarding the deposit, we prefer a 15% advance deposit of the total price of the trip in order to confirm your reservation before you arrive in Nepal. And the rest of the payment can be made after your arrival in Nepal.

Question: Can I charge my digital camera or other batteries on my trip?.

Answer: On the lodge trek, there will be more chances to charge the battery. We recommend you bring an extra pair in case. Remember to bring your adapters!

Question: Are there any communication facilities on express around the Manaslu trek?.

Answer: Sometimes, you can get telephone services. we recommend you buy a local NTC sim card.

Question: Who will carry my luggage around the Manaslu trek?.

Answer: We do provide porters to transfer your luggage. As we are a responsible trekking tour operator agency, each of our porters carries a maximum of 24 kilos of your backpack which means 2 guests (12-kilogram luggage of each guest): 1 porter basis.

Question: How much distance do I walk each day?

Answer: The distance you walk every day can vary greatly due to gradient, terrain, and altitude. In fact, the Manaslu trek distance is 177 kilometers roughly can cover in two weeks of hiking of 5/6 hours daily.

Question: Is it possible to hire a trekking guide for the Manaslu round trek? how to hire a Manaslu trek guide?

Answer: Yes of course you can hire a Manaslu circuit trek guide and required porters with Gokyo trek company. If you do not want to book the complete full board package trip, still you can hire our expert guide to make your holiday tour safer. We can also help with documentation to obtain the necessary permits if you wish.

Question: Do I need walking poles for Manaslu round treks?

Answer: It is better to hike with outdoor walking poles. Learn how to use light trekking poles for balance and stability, whether on the sidewalk or on trails. Walking poles can help prevent slips and falls. They are just recommended but not compulsory.

Question: Is internet access accessible around the Manaslu trek?

Yes. Better to purchase a sky SIM CARD before your departure from Kathmandu. You can utilize 3G Internet nearly up to Sama gompa. Furthermore, most guesthouses offer Wi-Fi, for a little charge.

Question: How much additional money do I need daily?.

Answer: You can allocate US$ 08 – 10 for a lunch/dinner in Kathmandu and it depends on your spending habits. US$ 7 to 10 US$ each day will be enough to buy bottles of water, chocolates, tea coffee, and some drinks while you are on your trek.