Over view
The Manaslu Circuit Trek, crossing Larkya La pass (16,752 ft. or 5106 m.) by stunning views of the Manaslu, Ganesh Himal and Annapurna ranges to join legendary Annapurna region, is one of Nepal's most spectacular and culturally diverse treks. Its dramatic Himalayan vistas, challenging terrain, mix of Gurung and Tibetan villages, Tibetan Buddhist gompas, birds, and wildlife make it one of Nepal's best camping treks.
Manaslu (8,156 meter) is the world’s eight highest Peak. This aera is situated close to the Annapurna massif. The route was only opened to the trekkers in 1992 and is now acknowledged as one of the finest route. Heading north from the Gorkha, along the Burdi Gandaki River,. A step ascent to Larkya Pass(5,212 meter) is rewarded by stunning views of the Manaslu and Annapurna peaks. At Dharapani we join the Annapurna Circuit and follow the Marshyandi river south.
Day 01: Arrival in KATHMANDU [Alt. 4,383 ft / 1336 m transfer to hotel
DAY 02. SEIGHTSEEING AROUND KATHMANDU VALLEY AND PREPARATION DAY FOR TREK
DAY 03: KATHMANDU TO MACHHIKHOLA BY PRIVATE BUS 141.3km (9-10hrs drive)[ALL NEPALI STAFF AND GUEST TOGETHER]
Day 04: MACHHIKHOLA TO JAGAT Alt. 816m (17KM) (6-7hrs trek)
DAY 05: JAGAT TO DHENG 19KM Alt. 1865m (6-7hrs trek)
DAY 06: DHENG TO NAMRUNG 17KM Alt.2630m (6-7hrs trek)
DAY 07: NAMRUNG TO LHO GOUN 9.5KM Alt.3100m (5hrs trek)
DAY 08: LHO TO SAMA GAON 7.4KM Alt. 3525m (5hrs trek)
DAY 09: REST DAY IN SAMA GAON Alt. 3525m
DAY 10: SAME GAON TO SAMDO 8.2KM Alt. 3850m (5hrs trek)
DAY 11: ACCLIMATIZATION DAY IN SAMDO
DAY 12: SAMDO TO DHARAMASHALA 6.1KM Alt. 4460m (4hrs trek)
DAY 13: DHARAMASHALA TO BIMTHANG Alt. 3590m BY LARKEY PASS Alt.5106m 14KM (7-9 hrs trek)
DAY 14: BIMTHANG TO GHOWA 15KM Alt. 2512m (6hrs trek)
DAY 15: GHOWA TO DHARAPANI 13KM Alt.1850m (6hrs trek)
DAY 16: DHARAPANJI TO BESHISAHAR 39KM BY DRIVE. (4hrs drive), TO KATHMANDU 181KM DRIVE
DAY 17: Sightseeng in KATHMANDU
DAY 16: Fly back to home
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Spring and Autumn are the best seasons to do this trek. From April to May, you'll be able to enjoy the rhododendrons and other flowering plants in bloom. The monsoon season lasts from late May to early September, in which trail conditions are less ideal. October, otherwise, is the best month in the fall.
Moderately challenging. It's not overly long and only has one pass: Larkya La at 16,752 ft. (5106 m.).
This trek requires three permits: Manaslu Conservation Area Permit, Manaslu National Park Permit & Annapurna Conservation Area Permit.