Manaslu Circuit Trek

Duration
18 Days
Highest Location
Larkya la pass
Difficulty Level
High
Min Pax
01 Pax

Duration:
18 Days
Difficulty Level:
High
Max-Altitude:
16924 ft / 5160m
Min Pax:
01 Pax

Trip Introduction

Manaslu (also known as Kutang) is the eighth highest mountain in the world. It is located forty miles east of Annapurna and dominates the Gurkha massif.

The mountain’s long ridges and valley glaciers offer feasible approaches from all directions, and it culminates in a peak that towers steeply above its surrounding landscape, and is a dominant feature when seen from afar. This mountain was previously known as Kutan l. ‘tang’ being the Tibetan word for flat place, thereby describing the mountain’s general summit.

The name was later changed to Manaslu, which is derived from the Sanskrit word Manasa and can be roughly translated as Mountain of the Spirit.

The highest point in this trek is the ‘Larkya La Pass’ which is widely believed to be one of the most dramatic pass crossing the Himalayas. Like all Himalayan Glacier’s itineraries this trek also ensures adequate time for proper acclimatization.

Much of the trek involves walking on mountain trails, and is within the capabilities of people with good cardiovascular fitness. Still, it is important to note that trekking at altitudes above 3000m/10,000feet is more demanding on the body than walking at low elevations.

Outline Itinerary

- Day 01
- Arrival day in Kathmandu (1300m)
- Day 02
- Trek preparation day in Kathmandu
- Day 03
- Drive from Kathmandu to Soti Khola[710m/2328 feet], 8 - 9 hours
- Day 04
- Soti khola - Maccha Khola [900m/2952 feet], 6 - 7 hours
- Day 05
- Maccha Khola -Jagat [1410m/ 4625 feet], 6 - 7 hours
- Day 06
- Jagat - Deng [1,804m/5917 feet], 6 - 7 hours
- Day 07
- Deng to Gyap [3010m/8230feet], 3-4 hours
- Day 08
- Gyap - Namrung [2630m/8626feet], 3- 4 hours
- Day 09
- Namrung – Samagaon [3530m/11,578 feet, 6-7 hours
- Day 10
- Samagaon - Pungyen gompa – Samagaon, 6 - 7 hours exploration
- Day 11
- Samagaon - Samdo [3860m/12,660 feet], 4 - 5 hours
- Day 12
- Rest Day in Samdo
- Day 13
- Samdo - Dharamsala/Larkya B. C. [4460m/14, 628 feet], 4 - 5 hours
- Day 14
- Dharamsala - Larkya la [5160m/16, 924 feet] - Bimthang [3720m/12, 201 feet], 8 - 9 hours
- Day 15
- Bimthang - Tilije [2300m/7544feet], 5 - 6 hours
- Day 16
- Trek from Tilije to Dharapani
- Day 17
- Dharapani to Besi sahar and same day Drive to kathmandu
- Day 18
- Final Departure

- Day 01
- Arrival day in Kathmandu (1300m)
  Arrival day in Kathmandu (1300m)
- Day 02
- Trek preparation day in Kathmandu
- Day 03
- Drive from Kathmandu to Soti Khola[710m/2328 feet], 8 - 9 hours
- Day 04
- Soti khola - Maccha Khola [900m/2952 feet], 6 - 7 hours
- Day 05
- Maccha Khola -Jagat [1410m/ 4625 feet], 6 - 7 hours
- Day 06
- Jagat - Deng [1,804m/5917 feet], 6 - 7 hours
- Day 07
- Deng to Gyap [3010m/8230feet], 3-4 hours
- Day 08
- Gyap - Namrung [2630m/8626feet], 3- 4 hours
- Day 09
- Namrung – Samagaon [3530m/11,578 feet, 6-7 hours
- Day 10
- Samagaon - Pungyen gompa – Samagaon, 6 - 7 hours exploration
- Day 11
- Samagaon - Samdo [3860m/12,660 feet], 4 - 5 hours
- Day 12
- Rest Day in Samdo
- Day 13
- Samdo - Dharamsala/Larkya B. C. [4460m/14, 628 feet], 4 - 5 hours
- Day 14
- Dharamsala - Larkya la [5160m/16, 924 feet] - Bimthang [3720m/12, 201 feet], 8 - 9 hours
- Day 15
- Bimthang - Tilije [2300m/7544feet], 5 - 6 hours
- Day 16
- Trek from Tilije to Dharapani
- Day 17
- Dharapani to Besi sahar and same day Drive to kathmandu
- Day 18
- Final Departure

Cost Include:

All transfer from Airport to Hotel and Hotel to Airport,
3 nights Hotel in Kathmandu. (B&B) 3 star level Hotel
Kathmandu to Soti khola by drive private jeep
Tea house, accommodation during the trek.
All Meals ( Tea, Breakfast , Lunch, Dinner) during the trek
Special Manaslu Entry Permit
Entry permits for Manaslu & Annapurna Conservation Areas
Dharapani to Besisahar Drive by Jeep
Besisahar to kathmandu Private Jeep/ Car
TIMS Card (Trekking Permit)
Experience Trekking guide & Assistant “Sherpa ” (For 4 Trekkers =1 Assistant Sherpa)
Required Number of Potters (2 Trekkers:1 Potter)
Insurance for Nepali Staff
All Government and Local Taxes
Syabrubesi to Kathmandu by private jeep
Farewell Dinner in Kathmandu Last Night

Cost Exclude:

Nepal Visa fee (please bring two passport photographs and cash on USD Denomination) International airfare to and from Nepal
Personal, Travel and rescue insurance
International airfare to and from Nepal
Excess baggage charges for Air travel
Extra night stay in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return from the trip(due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
Breakfast, lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu if you return early from the trip
Extended activities and destinations
All cold drinks during the trek (mineral water, cola, beer and Bar-bills)
Hot Shower During the Trek
Battery Charge ( All electronic devices) WI-FI (internet)
Tips for Guide and Staff
Emergency evacuation by Helicopter (in case needed)

Trekking
- Hiking Poles
- Trekking Wind Proof Jacket
- Water Bottle
- Trekking T Shirt
- Sun Cream
- Sun Glasses
- Socks
- Rain Coat
- Trekking Shoes
- Rain Coat
- Trekking Pants
- Inner Thermal
- Head Lamp
- Hat
- Thin Gloves
- Thick Gloves
- Flip Sweater
- Down Jacket
- Trekking Bag
- Portable Charger
- Sun Glasses