Manaslu Trek - 12 Days

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12 daysDuration

Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining

11 - 79 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

5106mHighest point reached

Starts

Kathmandu, Nepal

Ends

Kathmandu, Nepal

Highlights

Cross one of the highest passes in the world - at Larkya La Pass at 5,106 meters

Explore typical Tibetan and Gurung villages in this culturally fascinating region

Enjoy this trek that is off the beaten path featuring a diverse and impressive landscape

Manaslu Trek - 12 Days

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Itinerary

Step off the beaten path with the 12-day Manaslu Valley Trek, an adventure designed especially for young adults seeking raw Himalayan beauty and cultural immersion. This remote trek features steep tracks, spellbinding mountain vistas, and strong Tibetan influences—especially in the upper Buri Gandaki and Tsum Valley.

Cross the formidable Larkya La Pass (5,106m) and marvel at untamed landscapes while staying in simple but welcoming local lodges. Along the way, you’ll experience the warmth of local communities, savor traditional fare, and witness a living Buddhist culture untouched by modern development.

This tour package’s standout feature is its blend of challenging trekking and authentic encounters, making it the highlight of any Nepal adventure for those who crave both natural splendor and genuine local connection.

day 1 - Kathmandu to Soti Khola (710m/2328ft)

Your guide will pick you up at 8:00 am and we will start our 8 hours drive to

Arughat.

The first four hours to Dhading Besi, the district headquarters of Dhading (1050m), is

on paved roads, but for the section to Arughat, we will be driving on a rougher surface. From

Arughat we drive another 1.5 hrs to Soti Khola by public jeep.

Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner And Accommodation.

Duration:8-9 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 2 - Soti Khola to Machha Khola (900m/2952ft)

Today’s walk follows a constantly undulating trail mainly through woodland as we continue to

head upstream along the Budhi Gandaki.

We then descend to the wide, sandy riverbed and then continue along a winding mountain path overlooking the river.

Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner And Accommodation.

Duration:5-6 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 3 - Machha Khola to Jagat Checkpoint (1340m/4395ft)

After crossing the Machha River and Khrolabesi, we will pass through the hot springs at

Tatopani. The trail follows a forested area until we cross Dovan Khola. We then make our way

to Budhi Gandaki Valley.

As the elevation increases, the scenery undergoes a complete transformation, with white sandy areas along the riverside.

Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner And Accommodation.

Duration:6 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 4 - Jagat to Deng (2095m/6871ft)

The trail continues in a well paved village, and the uo the valley to Sirdabas, offering

great views of the Sringi Himal.

We then drop down to the river, cross a long suspension bridge and climb up to Philim.

In the afternoon, we’ll explore the village and the surrounding hills.

Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner And Accommodation.

Duration:6 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 5 - Deng to Namrung (2900m/9512ft)

Today we will scramble steeply up into a spectacular trail before descending to cross the river.

We pass through some small settlements and then climb to an impressive valley. There we will

encounter Mani stones (prayer stones) carved into wayside rocks - a sign that we are entering

Tibetan territory.

In the afternoon, we take a side excursion to the small settlement of Prok - a two hour round trip.

Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner And Accommodation.

Duration:6 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 6 - Namrung to Samagaon (3500m/11480ft)

We’ll pass the stone gate and the long Mani stone wall of the village of Lho, with an astounding

view of Peak 29 ahead.

You can take a side excursion to Pungen Glacier in order to get a close up view of Manaslu from here. The trial follows a lateral moraine of Pungen Glacier towards Sama. It takes a further 20 minutes to reach Sama Gompa for our night halt.

Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner And Accommodation.

Duration:6 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 7 - Acclimatization day at Samagaon

This day has been set aside for acclimatization and you can opt for a full or half day walk. The

full day walk is towards Manaslu Base Camp (approximately 6-7 hour round trip).

Alternatively, there are half day walks either to the glacier across the valley or to Birendra Tal.

Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner And Accommodation.

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 8 - Samagaon to Samdo (3690m/12103ft)

The Manaslu Circuit Trek now crosses grazing areas and gradually ascends the valley. Fantastic

views of the mountains, especially Manaslu, are ahead of us as we reach Samdo, a Tibetan refugee village. This remote village is only a day's walk from the Tibetan border.

In the afternoon, we will explore the village and surrounding hills.

Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner And Accommodation.

Duration:3 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 9 - Samdo to Dharmashala (4450m/14596ft)

After crossing a couple of streams, we’ll reach Larkya Bazaar. This is a village which thrived

from trade with Tibet years ago.

After a steady climb we will arrive at our lodge at 4450m at Dharmashala.

Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner And Accommodation.

Duration:4 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 10 - Dharamsala to Bimthang (3720m/12, 201 ft)

Leaving Dharmasala behind, we will gradually climb towards glacier moraines that offers excellent views of nearby Larka Peak and surrounding peaks and valleys.

Eventually, we make our way through steep terrain and arrive at the highest point of our trek - the Larkya La Pass (5106 m). From this high pass, never seen before view of Annapurna 2, Cheu Himal, Himlung Himal and other surrounding peaks are visible with Manasalu Himal right in front of us.

We stay overnight at Bimthang.

Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner And Accommodation.

Duration:8-9 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 11 - Bimthang to Dharapani (1860m )

We will walk south below Bimthang behind the moraine wall for some time before crossing the Bhimtang Glacier. We will climb up the far moraine wall quickly to avoid stone-fall and enter some of the best forests in Nepal.

With the gentle riverside walking to Karche (2700m) we take lunch after about 3.5hrs.

In the next hour we will see many signs of a glacial flood, with tree trunks smashed and banks undermined - the track becoming quite rough. We will climb steeply over a ridge and drop to Gurung Goa (2560m), the first real village since Samdo.

Then we will go towards Dharapani (1860m) and we will rest in one of the hotels at Dharapani.

Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner And Accommodation.

Duration:7-8 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 12 - Dharapani to Kathmandu (1400 m)

We will come back to Kathmandu in a jeep via Besi Sahar as we enjoy the beautiful scenery of rice fields, terraced farms, rivers and valleys and refreshing views of the hilly areas and mountains.

After a few hours’ journey we reach Kathmandu where we will spend the last night in Nepal.

Breakfast,Lunch And Farewell Dinner.

Duration:6 hours

Accommodation: Hotel at Book yourself

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Dec 1, 2024

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Manaslu Circuit

I recently completed the Manaslu Circuit Trek with this local tour operator, and I couldn’t be more pleased with the experience. From the start, their professionalism and attention to detail were evident. They helped organize all permits, transportation, and accommodations seamlessly, making the trip stress-free. Our guide Binod was very knowledgeable about the region’s culture, history, and landscapes. He ensured our safety at higher altitudes and was always attentive to our needs. The porter was equally kind and hardworking, making the trek even more enjoyable. The trek itself was breathtaking, with stunning views of the Manaslu range, charming villages, and a rich blend of nature and culture. The agency’s choice of tea houses was excellent, offering comfortable stays and great food despite the remoteness of the area. I recommend this operator for anyone planning the Manaslu Trek. Their expertise, friendly staff, and excellent service made this one of the most memorable adventures of my life.

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AnonymousVerified Traveler

Apr 23, 2023

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Trip of a lifetime

My bucket list item is now crossed off! The trek itself was incredible. The Manaslu region was diverse in climates (warm, dry valleys - to lush rainforest - to snow capped peaks) and there was a tonne of wildlife to see and experience. Definitely more affordable than other companies but still got the 5 star treatment.

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AnonymousVerified Traveler

Mar 26, 2022

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Amazing trek, amazing team

Had an amazing trek with Lion Tours and guide Binod. Any time I had an issue they had the solution. They also kept it adaptable to what I wanted to do each day. The trek is stunning but the team, and particularly Binod the guide, really made it special. Can't wait to come back for another trek.

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Sandy BenchetritVerified Traveler

Dec 1, 2019

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Manaslu Trek - 12 days

Great trip! Bishnu is an amazing guide! The Manaslu area is beautiful and the locals are super friendly. The bus trips are long but an interesting experience. It's one of the cheaper Manaslu trekking trips which means you sometimes need to supplement the food yourself. Overall great experience. Thank you

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Soraia SantosVerified Traveler

May 3, 2019

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