Manaslu Lodge Circuit

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5 Based on 20 Reviews
  • duration 18 days
  • tour type Small group Request as private
  • age requirement 16-95 yrs
  • max group size 16
  • guiding method Fully guided
  • Tour Code BM-7875
  • Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
  • Operated in English
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  • Starts Kathmandu, Nepal
  • Ends Kathmandu, Nepal
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HIGHLIGHTS Download trip notes
  • Take a magnificent off-the-beaten-track circular trek around Manaslu
  • Cross the remote Larkya La
  • Enjoy rare views of Manaslu
  • Trek through picturesque traditional Tibetan villages
Start and end in Kathmandu, the "Manaslu Lodge Circuit" tour is a guided walking trip that takes 18 days. You will travel through Jagat, Bimthang, Lho and 11 other destinations in Nepal. "Manaslu Lodge Circuit" is a small group tour which includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.

This spectacular and isolated circular trek skirts around the eighth highest mountain in the world, formidable Manaslu (28,258ft/8,163m). We follow the mighty Buri Gandaki River as it narrows into a spectacular gorge, passing through tiny villages perched on valley sides. Eventually, the gorge opens out into alpine meadows inhabited by a cluster of Tibetan communities below the north face of Manaslu. Crossing the Larkya Pass, we see the snow-capped peaks of Himalchuli, Manaslu, Cheo Himal and Himlung Himal, before descending through forest to join the main Annapurna Circuit route.

Why trek with Exodus? One of the highest staff-to-traveller ratios on the trek with one staff member to every four travellers More than 30 years’ experience organising treks in Nepal Carefully planned ascent rates and itineraries with built-in acclimatisation and contingency days Experienced English-speaking local leaders who are qualified in first aid and trained to recognise and deal with altitude sickness All staff (leaders, guides and porters) are fully insured and paid a fair wage Staff carry oxygen, a first-aid kit, and self-assessment acute mountain sickness cards, used to monitor every traveller at altitude Speak to Exodus office staff who have done the trek themselves
ITINERARY Expand All
  • Day 1: Start Kathmandu
  • Day 2: Drive to Arket Bazaar; trek to Soti Khola
  • Day 3: Trek through forest and fields to Lapu Besi and onto Machha Khola
  • Day 4: Follow the Buri Gandaki River to Jagat
  • Day 5: Ascend through small villages to Philim; climb to Deng
  • Day 6: Cross the river and ascend via a magnificent valley to Ghap
  • Day 7: Continue to Lho, offering fantastic views of Manaslu
  • Day 8: Climb to Samagaon
  • Day 9: Trek to Samdo
  • Day 10: Ascend to Dharamsala
  • Day 11: Cross the Larkya La; descend to Bimthang
  • Day 12: Daywalk to Pongkar Lake or spare day as required
  • Day 13: Spectacular walk to Tilje
  • Day 14: Trek to the remote Nache; descend to the main Annapurna Circuit trail
  • Day 15: Descend to Syange via Chyamje and Jagat
  • Day 16: Drive to Besishar; transfer to Kathmandu
  • Day 17: Free day in Kathmandu
  • Day 18: End Kathmandu
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Accommodation
  • Three nights in standard hotels, 13 nights in teahouses and one night fixed tent
Meals
  • All breakfasts included
Transport
  • All transport and listed activities
  • Free arrival and departure transfers for everyone
Guide
  • Tour leader throughout, plus local staff (staff to client ratio of 1:4 on trek)
Others
  • Morning bed-tea on trek
  • Welcome drink at each overnight lodge
  • Full porterage throughout trek
  • Exodus kitbag
  • Trekking permit and national park fees
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • Travel insurance
  • Single accommodation (available on request, Kathmandu only)
  • Visas or vaccinations
  • Sleeping bag (possible hire in advance through Exodus)
  • Down jacket (possible hire in advance through Exodus)
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
5 - Excellent
Based on 20 reviews
  • Anonymous
  • On Dec 10 2019
5 - Excellent
Walking the quieter circuit brings its own reward.
This is a fantastic trek through scenery varying from: farmland, forests of pine trees, walking along river gorges beside foaming rivers, through villages full of character and smiling children and finally beside amazing snow... Read more
  • Anonymous
  • On Nov 28 2019
5 - Excellent
Highly recommend this trek.
This is my fifth trek in Nepal and definitely my favourite. Happy to have done this before the road is complete as this will change the remote nature of this trek.We had a fantastic group who supported each other, particularly... Read more
  • Anonymous
  • On Oct 21 2019
5 - Excellent
Manaslu Lodge Circuit
A wonderful and inspiring experienceCrossing the
  • Anonymous
  • On Nov 13 2018
5 - Excellent
Do it while you can
This is a slightly tougher trek than say EBC or Annapurna Circuit, but you cover all the usual habitat zones via stunning valleys and incredible panoramas that I had no idea existed.I had a smile on my face every day from little... Read more
REQUEST A PRIVATE, CUSTOMIZABLE DEPARTURE By design, this is a group tour. You can however request a private, customized version of this tour for yourself or your private group of people. Private departures are usually more expensive, but come with these benefits:
  • Personal Itinerary can be tweaked and customized.
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GOOD TO KNOW Download trip notes
CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Manaslu Lodge Circuit tour. You can cancel the tour up to 93 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 92 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 28 June 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 28 June 2024, a deposit of 25% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 92 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Manaslu Lodge Circuit tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this Manaslu Lodge Circuit tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

  • This tour has received the World Travel and Tourism Council’s ‘Safe Travels’ stamp, which provides travellers with assurance that COVID-19 health and hygiene protocols have been adhered to.
  • Group sizes are kept small to maintain a low risk ‘small group bubble’, with an average of 10 guests in each group.
  • Hygiene safety measures and distancing will be followed in transportation, accommodation and meal venues.
  • Several COVID-19 distancing measures have been adopted on this package tour to keep travellers safe.
  • All travellers will be required to be fully vaccinated no less than two weeks prior to travel.
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about this tour.
  • How much money do I need to bring with me?

    Your personal budget obviously depends on your spending habits and what is included in your trip cost. If accommodation is included, but meals are not, we would suggest that you bring around 30 USD per day per person for meals. Having a hot shower or charging your device sometimes costs extra. There are also sometimes small crafts/souvenirs to buy along the trekking route which you may want to bring extra money for. Also, consider whether you would be staying in Kathmandu or Pokhara before or after your trek.

  • Is quarantine in Nepal in effect for arriving visitors?

    There are no quarantine requirements in Nepal for arriving visitors at the moment.

  • How much should my backpack weigh?

    A properly packed backpack (not including your day pack) should ideally not weigh more than 13 kg. It is also important to note that if you are taking a flight to the start of your trek, many smaller aircraft have weight restrictions. For example, if you are flying from Kathmandu to Lukla, you are only allowed 10kg of checked luggage, and 5 kg of hand baggage. Thus, in case of a small flight, you should ideally pack a 10 kg backpack for checked luggage, and then add 5 kg in your hand baggage. You can then re-shuffel the weigt once you start your trek at the trailhead.  

  • Do I need a porter?

    The decision to hire a porter is up to you and usually based on your fitness level and/or budget. One porter can be shared between two people and can carry up to 25 kg. Many trekkers hire a porter to have a more comfortable trek.

  • Do I require a porter for carrying water?

    On most popular treks you can expect plenty of places where you can refill your water bottle, meaning you don’t need to carry a huge water supply with you. Bring an extra bottle of water if you are concerned. If you already have a porter, you can ask him/her to carry water as long as it is within the weight limit. Another option is to carry water purification tablets or LifeStraw, both of which can be found in Kathmandu.

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