12 Days Manaslu Circuit Adventure

Day 1: Kathmandu to Soti Khola

1. 11h
   Start your adventure with an early morning drive from Kathmandu toward Soti Khola, the starting point of the Manaslu Circuit Trek. The journey takes you through Nepal’s changing landscapes, from busy Kathmandu to green hills, river valleys and traditional villages. After reaching Soti Khola, settle into your accommodation and prepare for the trek ahead.

Day 2: Soti Khola to Machha Khola

1. 8h
   Begin your first full day of trekking along the Budhi Gandaki River. The trail passes through forests, rocky paths, waterfalls and small settlements. You will cross several suspension bridges and gradually enter the quieter landscapes of the Manaslu region. Continue along the river until reaching Machha Khola.

Day 3: Machha Khola to Jagat

1. Jagat
   9h
   Continue trekking deeper into the Manaslu region. The trail follows the Budhi Gandaki through narrow valleys, forests and traditional settlements. Cross suspension bridges and walk along sections of the river before reaching Jagat, a historic village that marks the entrance to the Manaslu Conservation Area.
   
   Attractions
   Budhi Gandaki River
   Khorlabesi
   Tatopani hot spring area
   Suspension bridges
   Jagat village

Day 4: Jagat to Deng

1. 9h
   Leave Jagat and continue toward the higher valleys of Manaslu. The landscape gradually changes as you walk through forests and mountain settlements. Cross bridges and follow the Budhi Gandaki through increasingly dramatic scenery before arriving at Deng.
   
   Attractions
   Philim village
   Bamboo and pine forests
   Riverside trails
   Traditional mountain settlements
   Deng village

Day 5: Deng to Namrung

1. 8h
   Today the trail continues through beautiful mountain scenery toward Namrung. As you gain altitude, the surrounding peaks become increasingly impressive. Walk through forests, cross mountain streams and pass traditional villages while experiencing the changing culture and architecture of the Manaslu region.
   
   Attractions
   Bihi village
   Prok village area
   Mountain forests
   Himalayan viewpoints
   Namrung village

Day 6: Namrung to Samagaon

1. 8h
   Today brings some of the most spectacular mountain scenery of the trek. Continue toward the upper Manaslu Valley, passing traditional Tibetan-influenced villages such as Lho and enjoying increasingly close views of Manaslu. The trail eventually reaches Samagaon, one of the most important settlements in the region.
   
   Attractions
   Lho village
   Monasteries and mani walls
   Mount Manaslu views
   Tibetan-influenced villages
   Samagaon

Day 7: Acclimatization Day in Samagaon

1. Samagaun
   5h
   Take a well-deserved acclimatization day in Samagaon. Rather than remaining indoors all day, enjoy a gentle hike around the village and surrounding landscape. Explore the local area, visit a monastery and take in views of the Manaslu range while allowing your body to adjust to the increasing altitude.
   
   Attractions
   Samagaon village
   Himalayan viewpoints
   Birendra Lake area
   Local monastery
   Manaslu mountain views

Day 8: Samagaon to Samdo

1. 7h
   Leave Samagaon and continue toward Samdo, one of the highest permanent settlements on the Manaslu Circuit. The trail becomes more rugged as the landscape opens into a high-altitude valley. Walk at a comfortable pace while enjoying spectacular views of the surrounding mountains.
   
   Attractions
   High-altitude Himalayan landscape
   Tibetan-influenced settlements
   Mani walls and prayer flags
   Samdo village
   Views toward the Tibetan border region

Day 9: Samdo to Dharamsala

1. 6h
   Today you enter the high-altitude section of the Manaslu Circuit. Trek from Samdo toward Dharamsala, also known as Larke Phedi, the final overnight stop before crossing Larke Pass. The trail offers magnificent views of glaciers, snow-covered peaks and the rugged Himalayan landscape.
   
   Attractions
   Larke Phedi
   Himalayan glaciers
   Larke Peak views
   High-altitude mountain scenery
   Prayer flags and mani walls

Day 10: Dharamsala to Larke Pass to Bhimtang

1. 12h
   Today is the most challenging and rewarding day of the trek. Start early for the ascent toward Larke Pass at approximately 5,106 meters. The trail crosses rugged high-altitude terrain with spectacular views of the surrounding Himalayan peaks and glaciers. After reaching the pass, celebrate the achievement before beginning the long descent toward Bhimtang.
   
   Attractions
   Larke Pass – approximately 5,106 m
   Himalayan glaciers
   Panoramic mountain views
   High-altitude landscapes

Day 11: Bhimtang to Dharapani

1. 7h
   Leave the high mountains behind as the trail descends through forests and greener landscapes. Enjoy a noticeable change in scenery as you walk through pine and rhododendron forests and traditional villages. Continue toward Dharapani, a popular mountain settlement and the endpoint of the main Manaslu trekking route.
   
   Attractions
   Pine and rhododendron forests
   Mountain villages
   Dudh Khola valley
   Marsyangdi Valley
   Dharapani

Day 12: Dharapani to Kathmandu

1. Kathmandu Valley
   11h
   After breakfast, begin your scenic drive from Dharapani back to Kathmandu. The journey follows the Marsyangdi Valley and gradually transitions from the Himalayan foothills to lower valleys and eventually the Kathmandu Valley. Sit back and enjoy the changing landscapes as your Manaslu adventure comes to an end.
   
   Attractions
   Marsyangdi River Valley
   Mountain villages
   Himalayan foothills
   Scenic countryside
   Kathmandu Valley

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• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness