16 days tour

Manaslu Circuit Trek 16 Days

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Manaslu Circuit Trek 16 Days

This tour includes:

Accommodation

Standard twin-sharing accommodation in a three-star hotel in Kathmandu including breakfast ( 3 nights only) Guesthouse accommodation during the trek in mostly twin-share and occasionally dormitory-style rooms.

Others

Manaslu Special permit and Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) (MCAP) entry permit & Tourist Information Management System (TIMS) permits. Government taxes and official expenses. Oximeter to check your pulse and oxygen saturation and heart rate twice daily (Very useful to check Altitude Mountain Sickness(AMS) symptoms) Which will ensure you trek is in the safest hands possible for all levels of trekker. Down jacket and sleeping bag by Sherpa Expedition Teams (which need to be returned after the trek) Assistant guide group size above 6+ persons.

Transport

Airport Pick up and drop off by private car Shared Jeep to Sotikhola and regular bus back to Kathmandu from Besishar. Shared from Jeep Syange- Besishar. Guided city tour in Kathmandu valley by a private tourist vehicle

Meals

Three meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during the trek. Fresh fruit every night after dinner.

Guide

Local Sherpa Expedition Teams licensed English-speaking trekking guide.

Not included:

Others

Meals whilst you are in Kathmandu Lunch and Dinner. Nepal entry visa fee (You can easily issue a visa on arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport โ€“ Kathmandu). $40 USD for 30 days visa. Your Trekking and medical insurance (compulsory). Your personal expenses. All the alcoholic and non-alcoholic hot and cold drinks. Sightseeing/Monument entrance fees($30 USD per person) Tips for the guide, porter and driver (Tipping is expected). Laundry, telephone and personal trekking equipment. Hot shower and battery charging on the tea houses.

Flights

International Flight fare

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 the price will be an extra USD 18 per day.

Insurance

Personal Travel Insurance

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Itinerary of your trip Manaslu Circuit Trek 16 Days

  • Day 1 Day 1: Arrival At The Tribhuwan International Airport In Kathmandu.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Arrival At The Tribhuwan International Airport In Kathmandu.

      A representative from Sherpa Expedition Teams will pick you up from the airport and take you to your 3 star hotel in Thamel โ€“ the tourist hub of Kathmandu.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing.

      Today we head off sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley. You will visit the major touristic destinations like Basantapur Durbar Square, Patan Durbar Square, and Pashupatinath, Bouddhanath Bhaktapur Durbar Square. You will visit museums and see the beautiful early Newari architecture. 

  • Day 3 Day 3: Drive From Kathmandu To Sotikhola (710M) 7-8 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Drive From Kathmandu To Sotikhola (710M) 7-8 Hours.

      Today we will go by public bus, or car, and head out on the highway heading west, stopping along the way for a lunch break until we arrive at Arughat, Dhading (1050m) and then follow the Budhi Gandaki River to Dhading Bensi and ultimately Soti Khola where we stay overnight.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Trek From Sotikhola To Machhakhola (870M) 6-7 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Trek From Sotikhola To Machhakhola (870M) 6-7 Hours.

      Today we follow a mule track and climb higher on a remarkable path cut into the face of the cliff and then descend to Lapubesi (880m). We need to be careful along this section of the trail. We then follow the trail to Nauli Khola, crossing a suspension bridge and then alongside the Budi Gandaki River before coming to Machha Khola (900m), a place where many trekkers were stranded after the earthquake in 2015 and had to be rescued.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Trek From Machhakhola To Jagat (1340M) 6-7 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Trek From Machhakhola To Jagat (1340M) 6-7 Hours.

      Today we follow the river to Khorlabesi and the hot spring at Tatopani (meaning hot water - 930m), and then follow a trail that zigzags and regularly crosses the river over suspension bridges before we arrive at the entrance gate to Manaslu Conservation Area and Jagat (1410m) - with its characteristic flagstone square. We will check that the route is passable, and may suggest we take another route along a much higher path on the east side of the river before dropping back down  to the old trail near Doban.

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

      Day 6: Trek From Jagat To Deng (1860M) 5-6 Hours.

      The trail heads higher to Salleri and Sirdibas before coming to Philim. The countryside becomes steadily more barren as the trail passes several waterfalls until we reach a crossroad at Ekle Bhatti where the trail heads to Lokpa - a village on the trail leading to the Tsum Valley. We then climb above the junction of the Buri Gandaki and Shar Khola Rivers and head to Pewa and then Deng (1860m) where we will stay the night. 

  • Day 7 Day 7: Trek From Deng To Namrung (2630M) 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Trek From Deng To Namrung (2630M) 5-6 Hours.

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

  • Day 8 Day 8: Trek From Namrung To Samagaon, (3,530M) 6-7 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Trek From Namrung To Samagaon, (3,530M) 6-7 Hours.

      Today we follow the path and next to a long Mani stone wall in the village of Lho and have some amazing views of Peak 29 in front of us. We will take a short detour to the Pungen Glacier for a close-up view of the conspicuous Mt. Manaslu. We will stay in Samagaun at a guesthouse overnight.

  • Day 9 Day 9: Acclimatization Day At Samagaon.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Acclimatization Day At Samagaon.

      It is essential that we acclimatize for a period of at least one day before heading to higher altitudes. Health specialists suggest that you stay active and not just sit idle. Today we will head to the Gompa at Pugyen (4070m), a one day hike that leaves the trail between Syaula and Sama. We may also decide to carry on up this valley to the rugged terrain of the Pugin Glacier. Another option is a trek to Birendra Tal (lake - 3450m) and then a challenging climb to Manaslu Base Camp (4900m). It is understood that to the north of Birendra Tal is Milarepaโ€™s Cave (famous Buddha) that he used as a meditation retreat.

  • Day 10 Day 10: Trek From Samagaon To To Samdo (3,860M) 4- 5 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Trek From Samagaon To To Samdo (3,860M) 4- 5 Hours.

      Today we head uphill and back to the Buri Gandaki River and pass the junction of the trail leading to Birendra Tal and Manaslu Base Camp. The valley then broadens before coming to Kermo Khadka and continues to the white Kani Gateway and entrance to Samdo (3860m). If time is on our side we will trek to the peak located above the village for outstanding views of Mt. Manaslu. If we need to further acclimatize we can take a 6 to 7 hour trek of 640 meters up to the moraine of the Fukang Glacier where you will have extensive views of several high passes used by locals to cross over into Tibet.

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

      Day 11: Trek From Samdo To Dharamsala. (4,460M) 4-5 Hours.

      This morning we begin our climb to Larkya La Pass, a trail that offers fantastic views of Manaslu and the Syacha Glacier. It is possible you will see Himalayan blue sheep on the trail. This is as high as we venture today without risking possible altitude sickness. This is also the last safe haven before reaching the pass. This leg of the trek is often subject to snowfall between mid - December to mid -March when snow frequently blocks passage through Larkya La Pass. Samdo Lodge is generally closed in winter months. Your guide will know beforehand if the lodge is in fact closed. 

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

      Day 12: Cross Larkya La Pass (5,160M) & Trek To Bimtang (3,720M) 8-9 Hours.

      Today starts with a short climb to the north side of Larkya Glacier from where we have views of Cho Danda and Larkya Peak. The climb to the Larkya La (5100m) pass is at first a gradual ascent but then becomes steeper as we get closer to the pass. At the top of the pass we have some real stunning panoramic views of several mountain ranges. The descent from the pass is also hard on the legs. We will come to Bhimthang where we camp the night in a tent.

  • Day 13 Day 13: Trek From Tilije To Tal (1700M) 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: Trek From Tilije To Tal (1700M) 5-6 Hours.

      Today we trek along a ridge and enjoy stunning views of the Himalayan Mountains. The trail heads through highland pastures cross the Dudh Khola (river) and through rhododendron forest passing the village of Gho along the way. We finally come to Tilije where we will stay at a  guesthouse overnight. 

  • Day 14 Day 14: Trek From Tal To Syange (1,080M) 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 14: Trek From Tal To Syange (1,080M) 5-6 Hours.

      Today we head out on the trail and pass through the village of Chamje before again crossing the Marsyangdi River.  Before reaching Syange we pass though rhododendron and pine forests. We will stay in a guest house at Syange tonight. 

  • Day 15 Day 15: Drive From Syange To Kathmandu 6-7 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 15: Drive From Syange To Kathmandu 6-7 Hours.

      Today we will catch a bus back to Kathmandu via Besisahar through the hills and mountains.  

  • Day 16 Day 16: Departure Day From Nepal.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 16: Departure Day From Nepal.

      A representative from Sherpa Expedition Teams will take you to the airport at least three hours prior to your scheduled departure. We hope that on your way home you will be considering your next adventure to this amazing mountainous country.

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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: 10 / Max: 90

Age range allowed for this experience.

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