Manaslu Circuit Trek

Pick Up and Transfer to the Hotel

Welcome to the land of the Himalayas, Nepal! Upon your arrival at International Airport, our office representative will warmly greet you and drop you at the respective hotel. You can take rest and stroll around the hotel area on your own.

Overnight stay at Kathmandu.

Accomodation: Hotel Duration: 30 min drive to hotel Distance: Around 6 km

Drive from Kathmandu (1,400 m) to Soti Khola (710 m) to Machha Khola (900 m)

Today you will have 8-9 hours drive to Soti Khola at an altitude of 710 meters above sea level. Driving along with the Prithvi Highway you will reach Dhanding Bensi a district headquarter of Dhading.

Continuing the drive you will reach Aarughat and then again take a bus drive to Soti Khola, an ideal place for a freshwater bath. After that you will drive along with the great view of Buri Gandaki Valley. Passing through the suspension bridges, terraced fields, waterfalls, and finally, you will reach Machha Khola. You will spend a night at Machha Khola (900 m).

Accomodation: Lodge Duration: 8-9 hours drive Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Distance: 150 km by road

Trek from Machha Khola (900 m) to Jagat (1,340 m)

Today, you will trek from Machha Khola to Jagat which will takes 5 to 6 hours. You will pass through the several settlements of Gurung villages of Khorlabesi, Tatopani, and Dovan. The path is mostly gentle, with a few uphill sections. Along the way, you may cross suspension bridges and enjoy views of the valley and surrounding hills.

The villages offer a chance to experience local culture and hospitality. You can meet friendly villagers and see how they live in this Himalayan region. By late afternoon, you will reach Jagat village. Here, you will stay overnight at a tea house or lodge.

Accomodation: Lodge Duration: 5-6 hours trek Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Ascent: +440 m Descent: -50 m Distance: Around 11 km

Trek from Jagat (1,340 m) to Deng (1,860 m)

After breakfast in Jagat, you will start your 15 Days Manaslu Circuit Trek with a climb along a rocky ridge. You will see the magnificent view of Sringi Himal. The trail leads through Ghatta Khola and reaches Phillim, a large Gurung village. From here, you will turn north and crosses millet fields to Ekle Bhatti. Now the trail enters a steep, uninhabited gorge and descends to the grassy slopes and here you will cross the Budhi Gandaki river.

First, you will walk along the west bank and then cross to the east bank and return to the west side. And the trail widens through the valley and passing through bamboo forests you will reach Deng Khola river. After crossing the river you’ll reach the small settlement of Deng. You’ll spend a night in Deng village.

Accomodation: Lodge Duration: 4-5 hours trek Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Ascent: 520 m Descent: -60 m Distance: Around 11 km

Trek from Deng (1,860 m) to Namrung (2,630 m)

Today you will head towards Namrung after having breakfast in Deng. You will trek towards one of the most important and culturally significant places of the trek. You will first cross the Budi Gandaki river and climb up to the bridge and join the trail from Bhi.

Continuing your walk towards west, the trail passes through green lush forests, alpine vegetation, and charming villages of the Manaslu region. Along with the amazing view of Siringi Himal, you will cross the Budi Gandaki river several times. Passing through several Gompas, the trail follows the river upstream through a forest trail and leads to the narrow gorge. Finally, after 4-5 hours of walk, you will reach the village of Namrung.

Accomodation: Lodge Duration: 4-5 hours trek Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Ascent: +770 m Distance: Around 10 km

Trek from Namrung (2,630 m) to Lho (3,180 m)

Today you will head towards the villages of Lho enters into the higher altitude of 3,180 meters above the sea level. Walking through easy terrain, the trail climbs uphill until the village of Shyo.

Soon you reach Lho, the village will reward you with the mouthwatering view of Mt. Manaslu (8,163 meters), 8th highest mountain in the world. Finally, after 4 hours of walk, you will spend a night at Lho village.

Accomodation: Lodge Duration: 3-4 hours trek Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Ascent: +550 m Distance: Around 8 km

Trek from Lho (3,180 m) to Sama Gaun (3,530 m)

Today passing through several Tibetan settlement and ancient gompas you will enter the Nupri region. This place is mainly inhabited by the people descendants from Tibet. First, you arrive at Shyala (3,500 m) one of the best places to witness the majestic snow-clad peaks of Manaslu region. Mt. Manaslu, Naike Peak, Himchuli, and Ngadi Chuli are some of the main peaks you can see from the viewpoint.

Further, the trail crosses a ridge, enters and then quickly exits a side canyon. After descending onto a rocky moraine and crossing the boulder you will arrive Sama Gaon (3,514 m). Today is a short only 2-3 hours of a trek so once you reach Sama you can explore the village.

Overnight stay at Sama Gaon.

Accomodation: Lodge Duration: 2-3 hours trek Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Ascent: +350 m Distance: Around 5 km

Rest day at Sama Gaun, visit Pung Gyen gompa or Birendra lake or both

Today is totally dedicated to acclimatization. Instead of taking rest you have options to trek to Manaslu Base Camp or Pung Gyen Gompa or Birendra Lake. So, after breakfast, you will descend to the Budhi Gandaki river and follow the trail until you reach a bridge. From here you will turn left and head towards Manaslu Base Camp.

Likewise, you can also opt for 3-4 hours of hike to Pung Gyen Gompa and 1-hour hike to Birendra Tal. otherwise, you can combine this both short hike. Along the way, you can enjoy the sight of thousands of mani walls. Also, an ancient gompa offers a great view of the glacier and the snow-clad mountains. After exploring some rich Sherpa culture during this day hike you will return to the tea house of the Sama Gaon for an overnight stay.

Accomodation: Lodge Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Trek from Sama Gaun (3,530 m) to Samdo (3,875 m)

Today after early morning breakfast, you will descend to the Budhi Gandaki river and follow it till the bridge over a side stream. Passing through several mani walls and enjoying the superb mountain views you will get closer to the Tibetan border.

This day is an easy trek you will walk for 3-4 hours specially on the forest trail. Passing through forests of Juniper and Birch you will descend and cross the Budhi Gandaki on a wooden bridge. After a steep climb, you will continue your walk until you reach the village of Samdo (3,875 m). Overnight stay at Samdo.

Accomodation: Lodge Duration: 3-4 hours trek Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Ascent: +345 m Distance: Around 6 km

Trek from Samdo (3,875 m) to Dharamsala (4,460 m)

Today you will begin your Manaslu Circuit Trekking descending on a wide trail. You will cross a wooden bridge over the Budhi Gandaki river. On the way, you will notice mani walls and prayer flags.

After crossing the Athara Saya Khola and you will continue your walk along the Larke Khola. You will get the awe-inspiring view of Larkya Glacier. Finally, after 3-4 hours of a continuous climb, you will reach Dharamsala. It lies in the mountain slope at an altitude of 4,460 meters above the sea level.

Overnight stay at Dharamsala.

Accomodation: Lodge Duration: 3-4 hours trek Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Ascent: +585 m Distance: Around 6 km

Trek from Dharamsala (4,460 m) to Bimtang (3,720 m) via Larke Pass (5,160 m)

Today you will head towards the Larke La Pass (5,160 m)</strong>, the highest point of the trek and descend towards Bimthang (3,720 m). En route, you will enjoy the amazing snow clad mountain views, lake, and beautiful glacier.

Further, following the rocky steep trails, you will come across moraines of glacier. Finally, after 5 hours of climb, you will reach the top of the pass and gaze the superb views fo Himling Himal, Cheo Himal, Kang Guru, and Mt. Annapurna II. After having a wonderful time now you will descend through slippery trails towards Bimtang. Before reaching Bimtang, on the west side of the trail, you can witness beautiful Pongkar Lake.

Now, after walking for 3 hours from the pass you will reach Bimtang village for an overnight stay. It is a small beautfiul village located between Bimtang Glacier and the slopes of Larke Himal.

Accomodation: Lodge Duration: 7-8 hours trek Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Ascent: 700 m (Dharamsala to Larke Pass 5,160 m) Descent: -1,440 m (Larke Pass to Bimtang 3,720 m) Distance: Around 19 km

Trek from Bimtang (3,720 m) to Tilje (1,700 m)

Today you will have breakfast at Bimtang and continue your trek towards Tilje along the Dudh Koshi river. Enjoying the mesmerizing view of the glacier, mountain views, and colorful vegetation you will reach diverge of Dudh Koshi. Here you will cross the river on a wooden bridge and enter into the forest of firs and rhododendron. Continuing your walk along the bank of the river you will reach the village of Gho and continue towards Tilje. It is a Gurung village which is famous for brandy.

Overnight stay at Tilje.

Accomodation: Lodge Duration: 4-5 hours trek Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Ascent: +120 m Descent: -2,020 m Distance: Around 13 km

Trek from Tilje (1,700 m) to Dharapani (1,860 m)

The trek from Tilje (1,700 m) to Dharapani (1,860 m) is a short and easy walk that usually takes around 1.5 to 2 hours. It is a short walk that makes day 13 of Manaslu Circuit Trek, a relaxed final day. The trail gradually ascends through stone steps, small villages, terraced farmland, and forested areas, offering pleasant mountain scenery and a calm atmosphere.

Dharapani is an important village on this route as it marks the meeting point of the Manaslu Circuit and the Annapurna Circuit and also serves as the official ACAP and Manaslu permit checkpoint. Compared to Tilje, Dharapani is more developed, with good tea houses, electricity, hot showers, and mobile network.

Accomodation: Lodge Duration: 1.5-2 hours trek Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Ascent: +200 m Descent: -45 m Distance: Around 5 km

Drive from Dharapani (1,860 m) to Kathmandu (1,400 m)

The next day, you drive from Dharapani (1,860 m) to Kathmandu (1,400 m), which usually takes 10 to 11 hours depending on road and traffic conditions. The drive begins with a rough mountain jeep track from Dharapani to Besisahar, passing rivers, waterfalls, and rural settlements along the Marsyangdi River valley.

From Besisahar onward, the road joins the main highway, and the journey becomes smoother as you head towards Kathmandu. This route is popular because Dharapani has better and more reliable road access than lower villages, helping trekkers save time and end the Manaslu trek comfortably with a direct return to the capital.

Accomodation: Hotel Duration: 10-11 hours drive Meal: Breakfast and Lunch Distance: Around 230 km

Final departure to an International Airport

Today is the final day in your Nepal. You can do some last-minute shopping and buy some souvenirs taking back home to your loved ones. You will be given a certificate of achievement for completing the Manaslu Circuit Trek. According to your flight schedule, our office representative will drop you at the International Airport for your final flight back to your home country.

Duration: 30 minutes drive from hotel to airport Meal: Breakfast Distance: Around 6 km