Private 16 Days Manaslu Circuit Trek

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu, transfer to the hotel (1310M)

1. Kathmandu
   30m
   Welcome to the city of temples and the country of the Himalayas. Our airport representative will be waiting for your arrival with a name card written your name. We will transfer you to the hotel. We will introduce you to the tour leader and have a short meeting about the tour.

Day 2: Free day in Kathmandu, permit preparations, explore city (1310M)

1. Kathmandu
   6h
   We will collect your passports and photos to prepare your immigration permits. Original passports and visas are needed to collect Nepal immigration permits. You can explore the town on your own. We will have a trip briefing and introductory program with your guide once the permits are collected.
   You can explore the city on your own during the day and we will have tour briefing in the evening.

Day 3: Drive to Soti Khola (710M)

1. 9h
   We start our drive early in the morning following the Budi Gandaki River. It’s a beautiful yet thrilling drive through the beautiful Nepalese villages. About half of the road is dirt (not paved) so it’s going to be a bumpy ride. We will stop in Soti Khola before we start walking on the following day.

Day 4: Trek to Machha Khola (930M)

1. 7h
   We will cross the bridge then climb to the top of the hill. It is a beautiful day hike through beautiful villages of the region. We will be passing through Armala, Liding, Apubesi, and Khani Besi before reaching Machha Khola. Different villages, towering waterfalls, green hills, thundering Budi Gandaki river, and various rice paddies make this day beautiful.

Day 5: Trek to Jagat

1. Jagat
   5h
   Once we reach Korlabesi we will have a steep ascent to the ridge and then descend to a natural hot spring (Tatopani). Soon we cross Budi Gandaki river then continue climbing stone stairs to Dovan. We will continue ascending towards a small place called Duman then we will cross some landslide areas. Continuing several ups and downs will take us to Thado Bhanjyang then continuing further will take us to Jagat.

Day 6: Trek to Deng (1860M)

1. 7h
   As we walk next to the cliffs we will have some good views of Shringi Himal. We will descend towards Setibas following some Buddhist Mani Walls. We will continue through terraced fields, green hills, and bamboo forests of Nupri Valley. We have a few ascending and descending as well as have to cross few suspension bridges to reach Deng. We will have walking through various villages such as Salleri, Sirdibas, Phillim, Eklebhatti, Nyak and then finally reaches Deng (Dyang) following the beautiful Bamboo forests of Deng Khola.

Day 7: Trek to Namrung (2540)

1. 6h
   Soon after we leave Deng we will cross Budi Gandaki River and then continue to Rana Village. We continue towards the west following a beautiful waterfall. We will have walking inside the beautiful rhododendron forests guided by white Langur monkeys. We soon do an ascending to reach Namrung for an overnight stay. This village offers some tremendous views of Himalayan peaks including Ganesh Himal and Himal Chuli.

Day 8: Trek to Samagaon (3390M)

1. 8h
   Soon after leaving Namrung, we will arrive at Lihi where we will have fine views of Ganesh Himal. This village has a lot of chhortens, mani walls, and barley fields. We will continue towards Samagaon following Sho, Lho, and Shyala villages. This is a beautiful day with several viewpoints that offer stunning views of various Himalayan peaks such as Manaslu, Himalchuli, and Peak 29. We will also have the opportunity to visit Rimbung Gomba (Lho Monastery).

Day 9: Trek to Samdo (3890M)

1. 5h
   Trek from Samagaon to Samdo takes about 3 to 4 hours. We will follow the Budi Gandaki river throughout the day. On a lucky day, we will also have an opportunity to see Himalayan Blue Sheep. The trail is comparatively easy and wide. Walking through the left and right of the Budi Gandaki river eventually, we will reach Samdo for an overnight stay.

Day 10: Rest and Acclimatization day in Samdo (3890)

1. 7h
   Samdo is a meeting place of three different surrounding valleys and situated behind a ridge especially known for yak herding. We will second another night in Samdo for acclimatization. We can hike up to Gya La which is a trending pass with Tibet. This place offers excellent views of Simrang Himal, Hiunchuli Peak, Ngadi Himal, Larkye Peak, Cheo, and Kang Guru Himal.

Day 11: Trek to Dharmashala (4460M)

1. 5h · Admission ticket included
   Before we start our climbing we will walk on the flat before making a cross of the river. We will be passing along a glacier followed by a beautiful Gorge. Continuing through several Mani walls we will be reaching Larke Phedi for an overnight stay. Larke Phedi has only three lodges for basic accommodation of the trekkers. This place is also known as Larke Base Camp.

Day 12: Cross Larke Pass (5,125M) and Trek to Bhimtang (3590M)

1. 11m · Admission ticket included
   This is a challenging day. We will start early in the morning and start the gentle climbing to the ridge, a very short descending to a small lake and then make final ascending to the Larke Pass. The last section of the pass is slightly steeper. Soon after reaching the summit of the pass, we will stop awhile for taking some photographs before descending to Bhimtang. We will have gorgeous views of several Himalayas including Manaslu Peak, Himlung Himal, Annapurna II, Cheo Himal, and Kangguru Himal.

Day 13: Trek to Tilije 2300M)

1. 7h
   We will leave beautiful Himalayan peaks behind and start descending to Tilje for the upcoming night. Continuing further through rhododendron forests will take us to Karache (2,800M); one of the highest cultivated villages of Nepal. Continuing further will take us to Gho village where few lodges are available for accommodation. Continuing one more hour will take us to Tilije village for an overnight stay as Tilije village has better accommodation options comparing to Gho village.

Day 14: Trek to Tal, drive to Besisahar (820M)

1. Besisahar
   7h
   Descending from Tilje we will reach the Marshyang valley and meet the popular Annapurna Circuit Trek. Tal is a popular stop place on the Annapurna circuit route having several lodges available for meals and accommodation. We may take a quick lunch and start our thrilling drive to Besisahar on a dirt road.

Day 15: Drive to Kathmandu (1310M)

1. Kathmandu
   7h
   We will take a quick breakfast and then catch our microvan to Kathmandu. It’s beautiful countryside driving on the bank of different rivers that make an end to our unforgettable Manaslu Larke Pass Trek. Relax and rest in the hotel, have a good shower, and try a good cuisine in a good restaurant in Kathmandu before making the preparation for the departure.

Day 16: Departure from Kathmandu, end of services

1. Kathmandu
   30m
   We will drive you to the airport approximately 3 hours before your flight time. The airport is small and has only 1 terminal. It’s time to say goodbye until we meet again!

Pickup details

We can pick up customers from their hotels / hostels inside Kathmandu valley or pick them up from an apartment as per their preference.

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• We accommodate guests with various dietary needs