Larke Pass Manaslu
Nepal Mountain Trekkers Team
Manaslu Circuit Trek
Mt. Manaslu
Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek
Manaslu Face
Manaslu Circuit Trek
- Duration : 18 Days
- Primary activity : Trekking and Hiking
- Secondary activity: Buddhist Culutre
- Group size : Min. 2 pax
- Max-Altitude : 5160m/16, 924 ft
- Country: Nepal
- Transportation: Private Vehicle
- Trip starts from: Kathmandu
- Ends in: Kathmandu/Besisahar/Pokhara
- Meals: Nepali and Continental
- Type: Tea-House
- Accomodation: Hotel and Lodge
- Trip Route: Kathmandu-Baseri-Maccha Khola- Jagat-Deng-Samagaon-Pungyen gompa-Samdo-Dharamsala-Larkya la Pass-Bimthang-Tilije - Tal - Syange - Kathmandu
Trip Introduction
Manaslu Circuit Trek is a wonderful opportunity to encircle world’s eight highest peak (Mt. Manaslu) and explore the rugged trails along with spectacular views of Himalayas and cultural insights. Manaslu Circuit Trekking trail was an ancient salt trading route that lets us pass through beautiful rhododendron forests and in the same time we explore local Buddhism, visit monasteries embracing magical landscape views while making our way through high passes of Larkya La Pass.
We start our Manaslu Circuit Trek after your arrival at Kathmandu followed by cultural sightseeing around world heritage sites. Initially we take a long drive from Kathmandu to Baseri for about 8 to 9 hours. After arrival at Baseri, which is also the starting point of our trekking activity, we cross suspension bridges, make our way through beautiful forests, Gurung villages and arrive at Maccha Khola. Further, we make our way through several ascends, descends , natural and cultural exploration while passing through Budhi Gandaki river, ridges, villages, of Jagat, Deng, Namrung, samagaon and hike to nearby old monastery named Pungyen Gompa. For proper acclimatization, we take a day rest at Samdo. The highest point of the trek, Larkya La Pass is reached that offers magnificent views of Annnapurna Himalaays, Kangaru, Chio Himal and Himlung Himal etc. In this way, we discover the diversity in cultural and topography, and finally descend towards Tilije, Tal and Syange before getting back to Kathmandu.
Best seasons for Manaslu Circuit Trek would be during the months of March to late May in spring season and early September to late November in autumn. Being the challenging trek for more than two weeks, it is very necessary to be in good shape with fitness level before joining this trip. Proper acclimatization and all other safety measures will be taken care by professionals from Nepal Mountain Trekker’s Company. You just need to make sure that you are ready to face the challenge which comes with unforgettable experiences around Himalayas.
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The Manaslu circuit was multi week trek that we undertook with the Nepal Mountain Trekking team in September 2016.What were the good points? Firstly there are far fewer trekkers than on other treks such as Langtang or the Annapurna circuit. We often went without seeing other trekkers for most of the day which added to the uniqueness of our experience.It was fascinating to observe the changing cultures of the village groups as you go from relatively low lying areas to the higher, more Tibetan influenced villages. Many of the villages and the Buddhist monasteries we visited had been damaged in the 2014 earthquakes. The monasteries were still fully functioning and contained extraordinary paintingsThe views are reportedly fantastic but unfortunately the monsoon was late so for the most part we only got peeks of the mountains. The Lakya La Pass was an exhausting climb. But the views of the lakes, glaciers and moraines on the way up and the 360 views of the different mountain ranges from the top made the climb both beautiful and worth itOn the other side of the Lakya La Pass we went through some beautiful old forests that had been protected from logging and firewood collection for decades. They were full of massive old Oak, Larch and rhododendron, some of them many metres in girth.Our guide Min was very knowledgeable having come from the region. He ensured that we acclimatised carefully, knew the mountains and the cultural life of the region. He developed a good rapport with us and engaged us appropriately in the decision making. Our porters were great. While some of them were shy, most of them were happy to have a chat and a laugh.So what were the negatives?The weather was the biggest problem. The monsoon ended several weeks later than it normally does which meant rain and clouds which detracted from the walking pleasure and the views.The rain also meant that the paths were, in several instances, washed away by landslides, but our guide would always assess the situation and decide on an alternate route.Because the mountains are unpredictable places be prepared for your plans to change due to the weather, landslides or other natural causes. These changes almost always throw up something you had not thought you would do but end up being glad you did.I would thoroughly recommend this trek.
Itinerary Overview
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu [1,300m/4,264 ft]
Day 02: Kathmandu: Sightseeing and Trek Preparation
Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Baseri [1,400m/4,593 ft]: 8 – 9 hours
Day 04: Baseri to Maccha Khola [900m/2,952 ft]: 7-8 hours
Day 05: Maccha Khola to Jagat [1,410m/ 4,625 ft]: 6 – 7 hrs
Day 06: Jagat to Deng [1,804m/5,917 ft]: 6 – 7 hrs
Day 07: Deng to Namrung [2,630m/8,626ft]: 6 – 7 hrs
Day 08: Namrung to Lho [3,180m/10,433 ft]: 4 hrs
Day 09: Lho to Samagaon [3,530m/11,578 ft]: 4 hrs
Day 10: Hike to Pungyen gompa : 6 – 7 hours exploration
Day 11: Samagaon to Samdo [3,860m/12,660 ft]: 4 – 5 hours
Day 12: Samdo to Dharamsala [4460m/14, 628 ft]: 4 – 5 hours
Day 13: Dharamsala to Larkya la Pass [5160m/16, 924 ft] to Bimthang [3720m/12, 201 ft]: 8 – 9 hours
Day 14: Bimthang to Tilije [2300m/7544ft]: 5 – 6 hours
Day 15: Tilije – Tal [1700m/5576 ft]: 5 – 6 hours
Day 16: Tal – Syange [1080m/3542 ft]: 6 – 7 hours
Day 17: Syange – Kathmandu: 8-9 hours
Day 18: Farewell Day
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Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu [1,300m/4,264 ft]:
As soon as you arrive at capital city, Kathmandu, you will be met by representative from Nepal Mountain Trekkers at International Airport terminals and he will take you to your respective hotel (Hotel Horizon). After check in at hotel, you can enjoy the free time relaxing at cozy room or stroll around tourist hub thamel area until end of the day.
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Day 2: Kathmandu: Sightseeing and Trek Preparation:
After having our early meal, we start our day with visit to Nepal Mountain Trekkers office at Thamel. After being introduced with our team including tour guide, trekking leader and director of operations, we head for necessary trekking preparations, getting needed equipments with initiation of Kathmandu sightseeing around world heritage sites. Kathmandu durar square, Swayambhunath stupa, Pashupatinath temple and Boudhanath stupa are UNESCO world heritage sites that we explore till sunset. Overnight stay at hotel in Kathmandu. B included.
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Day 3: Drive from Kathmandu to Baseri [1400m/4593 ft]: 8 – 9 hours:
Our Manaslu Circuit Trek begins as we drive from Kathmadnu to Baseri, located across the Buri Gandaki river. We will drive along the Mahesh River and Trishuli River before we continue driving towards the Baseri. Baseri is inhabited mainly by Newar community. Overnight stay at baseri.
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Day 4: Baseri to Maccha Khola [900m/2952 ft]: 7-8 hours:
Today, after having our early meal, we start our trekking activity that would be around of six to seven hours where we push ourselves through picturesque valleys, waterfalls and river streams through Lapru Besi where we get to explore the rich culture and traditions of local inhabitants. We continue our journey through rugged trails and stay overnight at one of the local tea house in Machha Khola.
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Day 5: Maccha Khola to Jagat [1410m/ 4625 ft]: 6 – 7 hrs:
Today we make all the way through Machha Khola following trails towards small settlements and enjoy natural hotsprings at Tatopani. Even though trail might challenge us quite a few times, excellence in natural and cultural exploration is just unmatched. In this way, we continue our Manasalu Circuit Trek towards Jagat where we decide to stay overnight.
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Day 6: Jagat to Deng [1,804m/5917 ft]: 6 – 7 hrs:
We take a gradual descend crossing a river stream in our Manasalu Circuit Trail and walk uphill to Saguleri. Enjoying awesome views of Singri peak while crossing the Gata river, and finally we arrive at Deng at end of the day.
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Day 7: Deng to Namrung [2630m/8626ft]: 6 – 7 hrs:
We start our day with awesome views of Himalayas. Revolving the mani walls, we push ourselves further crossing Buree Gandhaki river, walking through pasture land enjoying the best of nature before we arrive at Namrung. Overnight stay at Namrung.
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Day 8: Namrung to Samagaon [3530m/11,578 ft]: 6-7 hours:
We get the nice views of nearby snow capped mountains including Ganesh Himal, Himal Chuli and Siring Himal from local Village. In this way, we ascend towards densely forested lands with numerous chortens alongside the terraced farming landscapes. With picturesque views of Manasalu Himalaya, Himal Chuli and other Himalayan peaks, we finally stop for overnight stay at Samagaun.
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Day 9: Hike to Pungyen gompa : 6 – 7 hours exploration:
Today we will be going for excursion around Pungyen Gompa. It is an ancient monastery that gives us wonderful opportunity to witness the local Buddhism culture tradition and their rituals. This monastery includes small prayer hall too. This gompa or monastery along with great views of nearby landscapes will be the highlight of our day today. And we return Samagaon for overnight stay.
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Day 10: Samagaon to Samdo [3860m/12,660 ft]: 4 – 5 hours:
We trek downhill towards river banks of Budhi Gandaki River, experiencing the best of refreshing natural views. After certain while we cross the river through beautiful wooden bridge and climb. We will then pass between two forks of river and arrive at Samdo at the end of our trekking day. Overnight stay at local tea house or tented camping in Samdo.
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Day 11: Rest Day in Samdo:
Today we setup for acclimatization at Samdo so that our body adapts according to increasing altitudes. We actually don’t just take rest but do some hiking around the valley of Samdo village. During this hike we also get an opportunity to spectacle amazing views of Manasalu along with other surrounding peaks. Along the route, we may also spot various flora and fauna including national bird of Nepal, Lophopohorous or commonly called as Danfe in local language. We spend our second night at Samdo.
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Day 12: Samdo to Dharamsala [4460m/14, 628 ft]: 4 – 5 hours:
Following the river banks of Budi Gandaki River, today we begin our trekking activity while ascending gradually crossing the beautiful river streams with excellent views of glacier moraines and further ascend towards stone built guest house or shelter known as Dharmashala. As we approach high altitude around 5000m, we have plenty of time to acclimatize during rest of the day. We stay overnight at Dharmashala.
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Day 13: Dharamsala to Larkya la Pass [5160m/16, 924 ft] to Bimthang [3720m/12, 201 ft]: 8 – 9 hours:
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 highest point of our trek, Larkya La Pass. From this highest pass, never seen before view of Annapurna 2, Cheu Himal, Himlung Himal and other surrounding peaks are visible with very close Manasalu Himalaya infront of us just amazes us. We stay overnight at Bimthang.
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Day 14: Bimthang to Tilije [2300m/7544ft]: 5 – 6 hours:
Excellent views of Mt. Manasalu with Himlung himal, Lamjung himal and other peaks are being offered while walking on the ridges at Bimthang. The trail slowly goes down through pasture land of Sangre Kharka and cross a bridge leading us all the way through beautiful rhododendron forests that blossoms magically during the spring months. In this way, we again walk through open areas taking us up towards the ridges and finally arrive at Tilije for overnight stay.
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Day 15: Tilije – Tal [1700m/5576 ft]: 5 – 6 hours:
Today after having our healthy meal at tea house, we follow our trails towards beautiful village of Thonje Village, crossing the Milky white river above the bridge. Further we connect to the Annapurna circuit trail at Dharapani and cross over a Marsyandi River bridge, witness beautiful waterfalls before arriving at Tal. Overnight stay at Tal.
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Day 16: Tal – Syange [1080m/3542 ft]: 6 – 7 hours:
From Tal, we make our way through small village of Chyame, cross the bridge over Marshayndi River and walk through beautiful terraced fields, rhododendron forests viewing picturesque views of nearby landscapes. In this way we finally stay overnight at Syange.
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Day 17: Syange – Kathmandu: 8-9 hours:
It will be our final day of Manaslu Circuit Trekking. After having our early meal at Syange, we enjoy a scenic drive towards Kathmandu followed by transfer to your hotel. Upon arrival at Kathmandu, you will be met by our director of operations, Mr. Dhakal and offer you a farewell dinner along with spa and massage as a complimentary token of love from Nepal Mountain Trekkers Company.
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Day 18: Farewell Day:
Today will be your final day in Nepal, and after you get ready for your international flight, we drop you to Tribhuwan International Airport for your scheduled international flight towards your onward destination.
Price Includes
- Airport pickup and drop service
- 3 night Hotel in Kathmandu(Hotel Horizon Kathmandu)
- All fooding and lodging during the trek (B,L,D included)
- Transportation costs: Comfortable Drive from Kathmandu to Baseri and from Syange to Kathmandu
- Professionally trained and highly experienced English speaking trekking guide, assistant trekking guide and a porter (1 porter for 2 trekkers with max load of 30kg) along with their salary, lodging, fooding and insurance
- Trekking permits: Manaslu Conservation Area fees, Manasalu Special Permit and Annapurna Conservation Permit
- First aid medical box
- All required trekking gears like sleeping bag and down jacket made available on rent
- 13% VAT and 10% company service charge
- Farewell Dinner
Price Excludes
- Visa fee to enter Nepal (Visa Information)
- International flight tickets and extra baggage charges
- Extra night accommodation and meal costs in Kathmandu due to any change in scheduled itinerary
- Travel insurance/ Rescue operation costs
- All personal expenses
- Tip for guides and porters
Trip Gallery
Trip Map:
Complimentary items offered by Nepal Mountain Trekkers
- Nepal Mountain Trekker t-Shirt and duffel bag with comprehensive trekking map
- Spa treatment for mind and body in Kathmandu after completion of trek
- Farewell treat
Reviews
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The Manaslu circuit was multi week trek that we undertook with the Nepal Mountain Trekking team in September 2016.What were the good points? Firstly there are far fewer trekkers than on other treks such as Langtang or the Annapurna circuit. We often went without seeing other trekkers for most of the day which added to the uniqueness of our experience.It was fascinating to observe the changing cultures of the village groups as you go from relatively low lying areas to the higher, more Tibetan influenced villages. Many of the villages and the Buddhist monasteries we visited had been damaged in the 2014 earthquakes. The monasteries were still fully functioning and contained extraordinary paintingsThe views are reportedly fantastic but unfortunately the monsoon was late so for the most part we only got peeks of the mountains. The Lakya La Pass was an exhausting climb. But the views of the lakes, glaciers and moraines on the way up and the 360 views of the different mountain ranges from the top made the climb both beautiful and worth itOn the other side of the Lakya La Pass we went through some beautiful old forests that had been protected from logging and firewood collection for decades. They were full of massive old Oak, Larch and rhododendron, some of them many metres in girth.Our guide Min was very knowledgeable having come from the region. He ensured that we acclimatised carefully, knew the mountains and the cultural life of the region. He developed a good rapport with us and engaged us appropriately in the decision making. Our porters were great. While some of them were shy, most of them were happy to have a chat and a laugh.So what were the negatives?The weather was the biggest problem. The monsoon ended several weeks later than it normally does which meant rain and clouds which detracted from the walking pleasure and the views.The rain also meant that the paths were, in several instances, washed away by landslides, but our guide would always assess the situation and decide on an alternate route.Because the mountains are unpredictable places be prepared for your plans to change due to the weather, landslides or other natural causes. These changes almost always throw up something you had not thought you would do but end up being glad you did.I would thoroughly recommend this trek.
