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Kathmandu, Nepal
Kathmandu, Nepal
Enjoy a trail far less crowded than its more well known peers
The trek is full of wild, remote and unique culture.
The trailhead is reached over land, avoiding the need for domestic flights
The scenery displays all Nepal has to offer
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Step off the beaten path and into the heart of Nepal’s wilderness with the Manaslu Circuit Trek. This journey—welcoming both young adventurers and seniors—guides you through the untouched forests and varied landscapes of Manaslu National Park. Avoid the crowds of Everest and Annapurna as you traverse rhododendron-lined trails and listen to the melodies of birds and butterflies. The trek’s crown jewel is the breathtaking Tilicho Lake, one of the world’s highest at 4919m. Experience the warmth of local villages and the serenity of unspoiled nature. The USP: an off-the-radar trek that showcases Nepal’s raw beauty and biodiversity, perfect for those seeking solitude and authentic Himalayan experiences.
We had an amazing time with Pasang Sherpa, our trip leader, who has a wealth of knowledge about the Manaslu Tibetan settlement in the hidden kingdom of Nepal. The Manaslu Circuit Trek is a challenging and rewarding journey around the world's eighth highest mountain, Manaslu. It offers breathtaking views of Himalayan peaks, diverse landscapes, rich culture, and wildlife. The trek usually takes 11 to 14 days and requires a special permit. The highest point is Larkya La Pass, which stands at 5,106 meters. The best time to embark on this trek is during spring and autumn, when temperatures are moderate, the skies are clear, and there is less rainfall. The winter and monsoon seasons present more challenges and risks.
Together with my two buddies and our guide Pasang, I undertook a 14-day hike. I can't wait for another trip with this local travel specialist because it was such a lovely experience. Despite being a vegan, I had zero issues eating while hiking. My diet was readily accommodated by the personnel, and they made sure I was never served anything that wasn't vegan. Our group finished a day or two early than expected because we traveled more quickly than was anticipated. To ensure that everyone was content and comfortable, Pasang discussed our pace and the distance we would cover each day. From the moment we arrived at KTM to the moment we left, Pasang took care of everything and was very helpful in making recommendations for what to do with our spare time. I will recommend this agency to everyone who wants to travel to Nepal because this was an incredible experience. I'm grateful for the wonderful experience.
From the beginning till the end was Pasang professional and friendly. We contacted him before our arrival and he managed everything for our trek around Manaslu in May 2022. He adapted the plan for us and our abilities and pace. His priority was to make us feel comfortable and he made our holiday special.
Last year I trekked around Manaslu with one of Mount 8850's guide. It was a super experience. The guide was very knowledgeable and when he didn't know the answer of one of our questions, he seeks the answers. He was also very friendly and helpful. He took care of everything for us according to our budget and expectations. Best trekking experience, I would definitely recommend booking a trekking, climbing or biking trip with them.
I am hereby glad to write this review for Manaslu Circuit Trek as i enjoyed this trek thoroughly along every trail without any kind of problems during the whole trek. Along the trail we stayed in the village of Sama where we saw the magnificent view of Manaslu as we where on the foot of it and We also had a great view of Manaslu from the Birendra Lake as well. We had a challenging trek on the trail of Larke Pass but even though it is tough the view from the top of the Larke Pass was worth it with stunning views of Mountain Ranges. And we were fully taken care with great enthusiasm from the side of our guide and Staff teams along every path and trail of this trek and we want thank them with our bottom of heart for their outstanding services.