12 days tour

Manaslu Circuit Trek 12 Days

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Manaslu Circuit Trek 12 Days

This tour includes:

Accommodation

Tea-house accommodation during the trek

Transport

Airport Pick up and drop by private car Shared Bus to Sotikhola and regular bus back to Kathmandu from Besishar. Shared Jeep from Dharapani- Besishar.

Guide

English speaking guide with all his salary, food, drinks, accommodation, transport and insurance.

Others

Manaslu Special permit Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) (MCAP) entry permit & Tourist Information Management System (TIMS) permits. Government taxes and official expenses. Assistant guide group size above 8+ person. Use of Sleeping bags, Down Jacket, Duffel bag and Walking Poles (if you do not have your own, to be return after you complete the trip).

Meals

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

Not included:

Flights

International Flight fare

Others

Meals and hotel whilst you are in Kathmandu. Nepal entry visa fee. International airfare. Your personal expenses. All the alcoholic and nonalcoholic, soup, tea, coffee, hot chocolate, cocoa, mineral water, extra food, cold and hot drinks on trek ( i.e. those you choose to purchase along the way and during evenings in the tea houses) Battery charging and hot shower during trek on the tea houses. Tips for the guide, porter and driver (Tipping is expected).

Optional

A Strong, helpful porter with proper equipment (one porter for two people; porter will carry 20-25kg weight). if required we will provide but price will be Extra USD 18 per day.

Insurance

Personal Travel Insurance

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Itinerary of your trip Manaslu Circuit Trek 12 Days

  • Day 1 Day 1: Drive From Kathmandu To Sotikhola (710M) Duration 7-8 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Drive From Kathmandu To Sotikhola (710M) Duration 7-8 Hours.

      At around 5:30 am your guide will pick you up from your hotel for your 8 hour road trip to Soti Khola. The first four hours of the trip are on sealed roads, but after passing through Dhading Bensi (1050m) the road is unsealed and jarring as we head to Arughat and Soti Khola, the district headquarters of Dhading district. Tonight we will stay at a guesthouse in Soti Khola.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Sotikhola To Machhakhola (870M) Duration 6-7 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Sotikhola To Machhakhola (870M) Duration 6-7 Hours.

      This morning we head out on the trail through the woods and head upriver along the banks of the Budhi Gandaki River, and then descend to the riverbed and along a path across the mountains where we have regular views down to the river far below. Tonight we will stay at a guesthouse at Machha Khola. 

  • Day 3 Day 3: Machhakhola To Jagat (1340M) Duration 6-7 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Machhakhola To Jagat (1340M) Duration 6-7 Hours.

      Today we cross the Machha Khola River, pass through Khorlabesi (920m) and then come to Tatopani, famous for its therapeutic hot springs. The trail then leads through a forested area as we continue on our way to the Dovan Khola (river) and into the Budhi Gandaki Valley. As we trek higher you will notice the change in the vegetation and terrain right up until we come to the village of Jagat where we will stay at a guesthouse overnight. 


  • Day 4 Day 4: Jagat To Deng (1860M) Duration 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Jagat To Deng (1860M) Duration 5-6 Hours.

      The trail today leads us through the valley to Sirdibas where there are impressive views of Shringi Himal. After we cross over the suspension bridge there is a steep ascent to Philim, with numerous waterfalls plunging down from the mountains into the valley. The next village we come to is Ekle Bhatti and then Pewa Village. We continue to trek through the valley until we come to Deng Village where we will stay overnight at a guesthouse. 

  • Day 5 Day 5: Deng To Namrung (2630M) Duration 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Deng To Namrung (2630M) Duration 5-6 Hours.

      We begin the dayโ€™s trek with a steep ascent and then head back down to the Budi Gandaki River. The trail continues up through the valley and passes through several small settlements. As we get nearer to Namrung you will see Mani stones (stones with carved with Tibetan mantras), a reminder that we are entering into territory settled by Tibetan Buddhists. This afternoon we will take a short detour to Prok village (2 hour return trip) and then return to Namrung for our overnight stay at a guesthouse. 

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

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

      Today you will have the feeling of having stepped back in time as we follow the trail between the Mani stone walls of Lho Village, a place untouched over time. From Lho we have views of the snow capped peak of Ngadi Chuli (7871m aka Peak 29). Another minor detour takes us up to the Pungen Glacier from where we have close-up views of Mt. Manaslu. We will stay overnight at a guesthouse in Samagaun. 

  • Day 7 Day 7: Acclimatization Day At Samagaon.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Acclimatization Day At Samagaon.

      Today is dedicated to the acclimatization process - necessary before heading to higher altitudes. Health professionals advocate that you stay active during the day in order to better acclimatize. Today we have a choice of a full day or a half day trek. The full day trek leads to Manaslu Base Camp (4750m), a 6 to 7 hour return journey, or we can choose to undertake the half day trek that will take us to a glacier directly across the valley, or to Birendra Ta. Tonight we will stay at a guesthouse at Samagaun. 

  • Day 8 Day 8: Samagaon To To Samdo (3,860M) Duration 4- 5 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Samagaon To To Samdo (3,860M) Duration 4- 5 Hours.

      This morning we begin by crossing the pastures before descending to the valley floor below. There are some grand views of the surrounding peaks on the trail - especially of Mt. Manaslu. Our next destination is the isolated Tibetan refugee village of Samdo located close to the Tibetan border. The afternoon is free for you to wander around the village and nearby countryside.  Tonight we will stay at a guesthouse in Samdo.

  • Day 9 Day 9: Samdo To Dharamsala. (4,460M) Duration 4-5 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Samdo To Dharamsala. (4,460M) Duration 4-5 Hours.

      This morning we head out on the trail and cross several rivers before coming to Larkya Bazaar, a village that prospers as a trading post for traders heading down from Tibet. From here we ascend up a steep trail until we arrive at Dharamsala where we will stay overnight in a guesthouse.

  • Day 10 Day 10: Cross Larkya La (5,160M) To Bimtang (3,720M) Duration 8-9 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Cross Larkya La (5,160M) To Bimtang (3,720M) Duration 8-9 Hours.

      We have a physically tough day ahead of us as we follow the trail via Larkya La Pass (5106m/17,121 ft) to Bhimthang. We first have to climb to Cho Chanda and then up through the steep snow-covered pass. The views of many surrounding peaks are extraordinarily beautiful. The Himalayan mountains of Himlung Himal (7126m), Cheo Himal (6820m), Gyaji Kung (7030m), Kang Koru (6980m) and Annapurna II (7937m) are clearly visible from the pass. We now have to descend a steep trail and trek across moraines until we come to Bhimthang Village where we will stay at a guesthouse overnight. 

  • Day 11 Day 11: Bhimthang To Dharapani (1,900M) 6-7 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Bhimthang To Dharapani (1,900M) 6-7 Hours.

      Today we begin by descending from the high pasture land and cross a suspension bridge over the Dudh Khola (river). Along the trail we pass through rhododendron (pink, red & white flowers in spring) and oak forests. After trekking for 6 to 7 hour hours we come to Dharapani in the Annapurna region. This is also a popular gateway to the Annapurna circuit trek route. If you would like to extend your trek, then we can continue on the Annapurna trail. Tonight we stay at a guesthouse in Dharapani.

  • Day 12 Day 12: Drive From Dharapani To Kathmandu.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Drive From Dharapani To Kathmandu.

      This is the last day of your trekking adventure in the Manaslu region. From Dharapani, you will take a shared jeep to Besisahar from where you will then take a bus to Kathmandu. On arrival at Kathmandu you will be taken back to your hotel where you can reflect on your experience in the Himalayas โ€“ and put your feet up!

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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

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 9 / Max: 90

Age range allowed for this experience.

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