15 days tour

15 Days Manaslu Circuit Trek

$ 1,299 .00 USD

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15 Days Manaslu Circuit Trek

This tour includes:

Accommodation

Double or twin sharing accommodation in a three-star hotel in Kathmandu; Breakfast (2 nights) included. Guesthouse accommodation during the trek in mostly twin-share and occasionally dormitory-style rooms.

Transport

Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop off service by private tourist vehicle. Surface transfer to and from Kathmandu (Kathmandu โ€“ Sotikhola and Beshisahar - Kathmandu by Bus, Dharapaniโ€“ Beshisahar by jeep).

Others

ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Project), TIMS (Trekkers Information Management System), MCAP (Manaslu Conservation Area Project) and Nepal Immigration Permits Assistant trekking guide for groups over 6 people with meals, accommodation, salary and insurance Comprehensive first aid medical kit carried by the guide Down Jacket and sleeping bag by Sherpa Expedition and Trekking (which needs to be returned after the trek.) Necessary paper works, all government and local taxes Rescue and medical emergency assistance if needed during the trek.

Meals

Three meals a day during the trek (Breakfast, Lunch and dinner)

Guide

Experienced English speaking, government licensed and ministry of tourism trained trekking guide with meals, accommodation, salary and insurance

Not included:

Flights

International flight fare.

Others

Nepal visa fees (two passport photographs), travel and medical insurance, emergency evacuation Personal expenses ( bars and beverage bills, hot shower, telephone, laundry, titbits etc. ) Any kind of hot and cold drinks (tea or coffee) Costs arising from natural calamities, mishaps, or anything beyond our control. Costs are not refundable and transferable in any mean if you leave the trek voluntarily and want to return from the trek Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu ( also in the case of early returns and late departures than the scheduled itinerary ) Services not mentioned in โ€™Services Includesโ€™ section ( Please ask us if you are confused about any services )

Insurance

Personal Travel Insurance

Optional

Trekking porter (one porter for two peoples) if required we will provide but the price will be an extra $ USD 18 per day

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Itinerary of your trip 15 Days Manaslu Circuit Trek

  • Day 1 Day 1: Arrival At Kathmandu (1,350M) And Transfer To Hotel.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Arrival At Kathmandu (1,350M) And Transfer To Hotel.

      On arrival at Kathmandu airport, a representative from Sherpa Expedition & Trekking will be there to meet you and will then take you to your 3-star hotels in Thamel. You can rest at your hotel or stroll around Thamel and do some last-minute shopping and take in the sights in the narrow and winding streets. 

  • Day 2 Day 2: Drive From Kathmandu To Soti Khola (710M) Duration 7-8 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Drive From Kathmandu To Soti Khola (710M) Duration 7-8 Hours.

      This morning your guide will pick you up at around 5:30 am from your hotel for a roughly eight-hour drive to Soti Khola. For the first four hours, the road is sealed up to Dhading Bensi, the district headquarters of Dhading (1050m). From Dhading the road to Arughat is quite rough and bumpy going. From Arughat we will drive for another hour and a half until we come to Soti Khola where we will stay overnight at a guesthouse. 

  • Day 3 Day 3: Trek From Sotikhola To Machhakhola (9,00 M) Duration 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Trek From Sotikhola To Machhakhola (9,00 M) Duration 5-6 Hours.

      Today we follow a mule track and ascend on an impressive path cut into the face of the cliff and then head down to Lapubesi (880m). We need to exercise caution on this stretch. We then continue to Nauli Khola, crossing a suspension bridge and then follow the trail alongside the Budi Gandaki River before arriving at Machha Khola (900m), a place where many trekkers were stuck after the earthquake in 2015 and had to be rescued, We will stay at a guesthouse tonight.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Machhakhola To Jagat (1,370M) Duration 6-7 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Machhakhola To Jagat (1,370M) Duration 6-7 Hours.

      Today we follow the trail next to the river to Khorlabesi and the hot spring at Tatopani (meaning hot water) (930m), and then continue along the eastern bank of the Budi Gandaki River to Doban, Thulo Dunga and Yara Bagar (1370m). The trail zigzags and frequently crosses the river over suspension bridges before we come to the entrance gate to Manaslu Conservation Area and Jagat (1410m) - with its distinctive flagstone village square. Sherpa Expedition & Trekking will check that the route is passable, and may suggest we take an alternative route along a much higher path on the east side of the river before descending to the old trail near Doban. We will stay at Jagat tonight.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Jagat To Deng (1,860M) Duration 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Jagat To Deng (1,860M) Duration 5-6 Hours.

      The trail ascends to Salleri and Sirdibas before reaching Philim. The countryside becomes little by little more desolate as the trail winds past several waterfalls until we reach a crossroads at Ekle Bhatti where the trail leads to Lokpa - a village on the trail to the Tsum Valley. We then climb above the junction of the Buri Gandaki and Shar Khola Rivers and continue on to Pewa and then Deng (1860m) where we will stay the night. Many villages here suffered extensive damage in the 2015 Nepal earthquake.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Deng To Namrung (2,630M) Duration 6-7 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Deng To Namrung (2,630M) Duration 6-7 Hours.

      Today we follow a trail above the Tom Khola (river) to Longa Chuta before arriving at an enchanting fir and rhododendron forest filled with birds and Langur monkeys on the north side of the Buri Gandaki River. We cross back to the other side of the river before coming to Namrung (2660m) that was a previous customs post in the days when this was a route for transporting salt from Tibet. Namrung is another village that suffered extensive damage from the 2015 earthquake, but today it has been rebuilt.

  • Day 7 Day 7: Namrung To Samagaun (3,530M) Duration 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Namrung To Samagaun (3,530M) Duration 5-6 Hours.

      Today we will walk past a long Mani stone wall in the village of Lho, with an amazing view of Peak 29 ahead us. We will take a short detour to the Pungen Glacier for up-close views of the eye-catching Mt. Manaslu from the village. We will stay in Samagaun at the guesthouse tonight.

  • Day 8 Day 8: Acclimatization Day At Samagaun.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Acclimatization Day At Samagaun.

      Before we head higher we need to get acclimatized for a period of at least one day. Health authorities recommend that you stay active and not just sit idle. Today we will explore the Gompa at Pugyen (4070m), a one day hike that leaves the trail between Syaula and Sama. It is also possible for us to carry on up this valley to the rough terrain of the Pugin Glacier. Another option is we trek to Birendra Tal (lake - 3450m) and then a tough climb up to Manaslu Base Camp (4900m). It is believed that to the north of Birendra Tal is Milarepaโ€™s Cave (famous Buddha) that he used as a meditation retreat.

  • Day 9 Day 9: Samagaun To Samdo (3,865M) Duration 3-4 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Samagaun To Samdo (3,865M) Duration 3-4 Hours.

      Today the trail heads uphill and back to the Buri Gandaki River and passes the junction of Birendra Tal and Manaslu Base Camp. The valley then widens before coming to Kermo Khadka and then continues to the white Kani Gateway that signals the entrance to Samdo (3860m). If we have time we will trek to the peak above the village for striking views of Mt. Manaslu. If we need to further acclimatize there is a 6 to 7-hour trek of 640m up to the moraine of the Fukang Glacier where you will have expansive views toward several passes used by locals to cross over into Tibet.

  • Day 10 Day 10: Samdo To Dharmasala (4,460M) Duration 4-5 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Samdo To Dharmasala (4,460M) Duration 4-5 Hours.

      This morning we head down through fields before beginning our climb to Larkya-La Pass, a trail that offers awesome views of Manaslu and the Syacha Glacier. It is possible you will see Himalayan blue sheep on the trail leading to Dharamsala (4480m). This is as high as we go today without risking possible altitude sickness. This is also the last safe refuge before reaching the pass. This leg of the trek is often subject to snowfall between mid - December to mid -March when snow regularly blocks access through Larkya-La Pass. Samdo Lodge is usually closed in winter months. Your guide will know beforehand if the lodge is closed. 

  • Day 11 Day 11: Dharmasala To Bhimtang (3,590M) Via Larke La Pass (5,106M) Duration 7-9 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Dharmasala To Bhimtang (3,590M) Via Larke La Pass (5,106M) Duration 7-9 Hours.

      and Larkya Peak. The climb to the Larkya La (5100m) pass is at first a gradual ascent but gradually becomes steeper as we get closer to the pass. At the top of the pass, we are blessed with stunning panoramic views of several mountain ranges. The descent from the pass is equally hard on the legs. Next, we will come to Bhimthang where we camp the night in a tent.

  • Day 12 Day 12: Bhimthang To Dharapani (1,920M) Duration 6-7 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Bhimthang To Dharapani (1,920M) Duration 6-7 Hours.

      This morning we trek through the paddy fields and head to the smaller Karcher La Pass. The trail then descends through fig trees and rhododendron forests before coming to Tilje Village. We continue and then arrive at Dharapani where we will stay at a guesthouse.

  • Day 13 Day 13: Drive From Dharapani To Beshisahar (823M) Duration 4-5 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: Drive From Dharapani To Beshisahar (823M) Duration 4-5 Hours.

      This is the last day of our Manaslu circuit trek. From here we take a shared jeep to Besisahar. At your hotel here you can sit back and reflect on the highlights of this journey and consider what you have learned and personally achieved. 

  • Day 14 Day 14: Drive Back To Kathmandu (1,350M) Duration 6-7 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 14: Drive Back To Kathmandu (1,350M) Duration 6-7 Hours.

      This morning we take a road trip from Besisahar to Kathmandu in a Local bus. On arrival we will take you back to your hotel in Thamel where you can kick your heels up and celebrate! 

  • Day 15 Day 15: Final Departure From Kathmandu.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 15: Final Departure From Kathmandu.

      A representative from Sherpa Expedition and Trekking will take you to the airport approximately 3 hours before your scheduled departure from Nepal. Your journey home will be full of memories and possibly thoughts of returning to Nepal for another trekking adventure to Dolpo or Kanchenjunga โ€“ both remote and fascinating destinations. We are here should you need advice.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Challenging

Long and challenging experience. Youโ€™ll be required to have good physical fitness to go on it. In some of these activities you'll need previous experience on similar activities.

Age range

Age range

Min: 7 / Max: 90

Age range allowed for this experience.

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