Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner during trek and breakfast and 2 dinner in Kathmandu

Transport

All land transportation in private vehicles

Accommodation

Twin sharing accommodation in Kathmandu hotels (3 Nights) Best available lodges and guesthouses during the trekking days (14 Nights)

Guide

An English speaking Licensed Tour guide for Day 2 An English speaking knowledgeable trekking guide and porter (1 porter for 2 guests)

Others

Manaslu Conservation Park permit and TIMS permit for trekking.

Not included:

Flights

International flights are not included.

Others

Monument entry fee in Kathmandu Tips, drinks and personal expenses

Optional

Other activities and services are not included.

Insurance

Insurance is not included.

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Day 1 Arrive Kathmandu (1300 Meters)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Arrive Kathmandu (1300 Meters)

On arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, a representative from our office will greet you at the airport and escort you to your hotel. You’ll have rest of the day at leisure.

Overnight: Hotel in Kathmandu

Included Meals: Welcome Dinner
Day 2 Sightseeing Tour In Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath And Swoyambhunath Temple
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Sightseeing Tour In Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath And Swoyambhunath Temple

Our city tour includes the World Heritage Sites of Pashupatinath, one of the most famous Shiva temples in all of Asia where you’ll meet Hindu ascetics who have renounced all possessions; Bouddhanath, the spectacular and serene center of Tibetan Buddhism in Nepal with streams of prayer flags fluttering in the wind; and Swayambunath, the Monkey Temple perched on a hill overlooking the Kathmandu Valley with panoramic views of the city.

Overnight: Hotel in Kathmandu

Included Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 Drive From Kathmandu To Soti Khola
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Drive From Kathmandu To Soti Khola

In the morning, we will begin our drive Soti Khola. On the way, we can see the changing landscape, terraced hillsides, and roadside towns as we make our way out of the Kathmandu Valley to the northwest.

Overnight: Lodge in Soti Khola

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4 Trek From Soti Khola To Machha Khola
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek From Soti Khola To Machha Khola

We follow the river to Machha Khola. Machha Khola which is a village named for the small stream below, with good fishing.

Overnight: Lodge in Machha Khola

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5 Trek From Machha Khola To Jagat (Elevation: 4,626 Feet / 1410 Meters; Hiking Time: 7 Hours)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek From Machha Khola To Jagat (Elevation: 4,626 Feet / 1410 Meters; Hiking Time: 7 Hours)

We start our day with some short ups and downs, and head upstream to the tiny village of Khola Bensi and the hot springs coming from the rocks give this town gives its name, Tatopani which means hot water in Nepali language. We then climb a stone staircase over a ridge to Doban, which lies at the confluence of two rivers, one flowing from the east and the other from the west. Our campsite is still further along in a spacious flat field near to the Budhi Gandaki river. From Jagat we enter the Manaslu Conservation Area.

Overnight: Lodge in Jagat

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6 Trek From Jagat To Deng (1860Meters)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek From Jagat To Deng (1860Meters)

We trek through terraced hillside on an undulating trail. We cross the river on a suspension bridge at Nagjet and recross to climb to Nyak. From here the trek continues to the Gurung village of Deng (1860m), a superb viewpoint for the peaks of the Shringi Himal to the north east.

Overnight: Lodge in Deng

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7 Trek From Deng To Namrung
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek From Deng To Namrung

Descending to the river we cross to the east bank before continuing north. We traverse a very dramatic section of the gorge as the river turns towards the west and we reach the Bhuddist village of Ghap (2040m). Crossing now to the south bank, we continue to Namrung (2630m)

Overnight: Lodge in Namrung

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8 Trek From Namrung To Lho (Elevation: 10,430 Ft/3,180M; Hiking Time: 4 Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek From Namrung To Lho (Elevation: 10,430 Ft/3,180M; Hiking Time: 4 Hrs)

From Namrung, we again enter the Buddhism influenced region. Climbing steadily we enter the alpine zone and get our first views of Manaslu North. Climb through the forest to Lihi. Enjoy the spectacular rise of the Ganesh Himal. Descend to Lho. Another steep climb takes us to our today’s campsite on a ridge.

Overnight: Lodge in Lho

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9 Trek From Lho To Samagaon (Elevation: 11,578 Ft/3,530M; Hiking Time: 5-6 Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek From Lho To Samagaon (Elevation: 11,578 Ft/3,530M; Hiking Time: 5-6 Hrs)

Today we walk down the shady fir forest surrounded by the snowy peaks of Kutang Himal to the north east and Manaslu to the south west. A short climb to a plateau and we pass the village of Shala before reaching Sama Gaon (3520m) which has a Gompa with impressive views of Manaslu. Huge mountains surround us, Himal Chuli and Peak 29 (Ngadi Chuli) to the left, Manaslu and large glaciers straight ahead, other snow summits to the right, at the far end of the valley we have just come from stands Ganesh Himal. At the far end of the village, overlooking the valley stands the well-known monastery of Sama. Sama Gaon is a village inhabited mainly by the Tibetans and lies at the foot of Manaslu.

Overnight: Lodge in Samagaon

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10 Trek From Samagaon To Samdo (Elevation: 12,660 Ft/3,860M; Hiking Time: 4-5 Hours)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek From Samagaon To Samdo (Elevation: 12,660 Ft/3,860M; Hiking Time: 4-5 Hours)

Descend to the Budi Gandaki, that has turned north, and follow it to a bridge over a side stream. The trail to the left leads to the Manaslu Base camp. The Larkya la Trail passes several mani walls as the valley begins to widen. It is an easy trail on a shelf above the river passing the juniper and birch forests of Kermo Kharka. We drop off the shelf, cross the Budhi Gandaki on a wooden bridge and climb steeply onto a promontory between two forks of the river. At the top is a stone arch, followed later by a white kani at the entrance to Samdo: a village of clustered houses nestled behind a ridge. An afternoon walk to a viewpoint on the Pana Danda (on a pass to Tibet); or better, towards Samdo Peak to the northeast will offer the finest views of Manaslu

Overnight: Lodge in Samdo

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11 Acclimatize And Rest In Samdo
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Acclimatize And Rest In Samdo

Today is a day to let your body get used to altitude.

Overnight: Lodge in Samdo

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 12 Trek From Samdo To Dharamsala/Larkya B. C. [4460M/14, 628 Ft]: 4 - 5 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek From Samdo To Dharamsala/Larkya B. C. [4460M/14, 628 Ft]: 4 - 5 Hours

We continue our walk down the edge, cross the wooden bridge over Budi Gandaki and begin walking upward. Cross two streams and witness the Larkya Glacier. Go around the valley of the Salka Khola and climb up again and come to the stone guest house (4450 m) which is a kind of shelter called Dharmshala, also known as Larkya Phedi. We camp here today and have a rest to prepare for tomorrow’s crossing of the famous and most awaited Larkya Pass.

Overnight: Lodge in Dharamshala

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 13 Trek From Dharamsala - Larkya La [5160M/16, 924 Ft] - Bimthang [3720M/12, 201 Ft]: 8 - 9 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek From Dharamsala - Larkya La [5160M/16, 924 Ft] - Bimthang [3720M/12, 201 Ft]: 8 - 9 Hours

After an early start, we soon walk across the moraines of the glacier, making a gradual ascent which becomes steeper only in the last section to the pass. From the pass, there are outstanding views of Himlung Himal, Cheo Himal, Kangguru and the huge Annapurna II. Savor the spectacular views from the top of the pass. It is a longer day then usual to Bimthang, but to walk into these low pastures with the evening mist coming in and Manaslu.

Overnight: Lodge in Bimthang

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 14 Trek From Bimthang To Tilije [2300M/7544Ft]; Hiking Time: 5-6 Hours)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek From Bimthang To Tilije [2300M/7544Ft]; Hiking Time: 5-6 Hours)

We will descend a great height today. Initially, from the valley of Burdin Khola, through rhododendron forests, to Karche, the highest cultivating place in the valley. Then we descend to the village of Gho. While staying on the north bank of the river, we trek into Tilje.

Overnight: Lodge in Tilije

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 15 Trek From Tilije To Tal [1700M/5576 Ft]: Hiking Time: 5-6 Hours)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek From Tilije To Tal [1700M/5576 Ft]: Hiking Time: 5-6 Hours)

The remainder of our trek follows trails used on the first few days of the Annapurna Circuit Trek. We descend to the Marsyandi River and cross the suspension bridge. Climb up and away from the river and hike through a broad, flat valley to the village of Tal (1,675m), situated at the foot of a large waterfall. Overnight: Lodge in Tal

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 16 Trek From Tal To Syange [1080M/3542 Ft]: Hiking Time: 4 Hours)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek From Tal To Syange [1080M/3542 Ft]: Hiking Time: 4 Hours)

The trail continues on to Chyamje. From Chyamje, trekking up and down along the river, we reach Jagat. A steep trail descends from Jagat through the Marshyangdi valley. Cross Marshyangdi River at Syange where our trek ends.

Overnight: Lodge in Syange

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 17 Drive From Syange To Kathmandu ( 8-9 Hours )
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Drive From Syange To Kathmandu ( 8-9 Hours )

You spend the last evening in Kathmandu in a farewell dinner together sharing photos recalling the excitements of trip and exchanging emails in one of the traditional Nepalese restaurant.

Overnight: Hotel in Kathmandu

Included Meals: Breakfast, Farewell Dinner
Day 18 Day 18: Airport Transfer
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 18: Airport Transfer

Today after breakfast you are in leisure on your own. You will be escorted to airport for your flight home at your flight time.

Included Meals: Breakfast

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Manaslu Circuit Trek

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Itinerary of your trip Manaslu Circuit Trek

Arrive Kathmandu (1300 Meters)

Sightseeing Tour In Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath And Swoyambhunath Temple

Drive From Kathmandu To Soti Khola

Trek From Soti Khola To Machha Khola

Trek From Machha Khola To Jagat (Elevation: 4,626 Feet / 1410 Meters; Hiking Time: 7 Hours)

Trek From Jagat To Deng (1860Meters)

Trek From Deng To Namrung

Trek From Namrung To Lho (Elevation: 10,430 Ft/3,180M; Hiking Time: 4 Hrs)

Trek From Lho To Samagaon (Elevation: 11,578 Ft/3,530M; Hiking Time: 5-6 Hrs)

Trek From Samagaon To Samdo (Elevation: 12,660 Ft/3,860M; Hiking Time: 4-5 Hours)

Acclimatize And Rest In Samdo

Trek From Samdo To Dharamsala/Larkya B. C. [4460M/14, 628 Ft]: 4 - 5 Hours

Trek From Dharamsala - Larkya La [5160M/16, 924 Ft] - Bimthang [3720M/12, 201 Ft]: 8 - 9 Hours

Trek From Bimthang To Tilije [2300M/7544Ft]; Hiking Time: 5-6 Hours)

Trek From Tilije To Tal [1700M/5576 Ft]: Hiking Time: 5-6 Hours)

Trek From Tal To Syange [1080M/3542 Ft]: Hiking Time: 4 Hours)

Drive From Syange To Kathmandu ( 8-9 Hours )

Day 18: Airport Transfer

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