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Manaslu region is one of the most popular, as this trekking provides the perfect views of mountains, varieties of flora and fauna, the plants and combined with rich cultural heritages of various ethnic groups living in the area. The Manaslu circuit trekking also known as Manaslu round trekking is one of the most demanded trekking destinations in Nepal. It is a restricted trekking area which was open for foreigner in 1991. Manaslu circuit trek begins with a scenic drive from Kathmandu to the town of Arughat Bazaar and the trek ends in Besi Sahar which is also the starting point for the Annapurna circuit.
Day 01, Drive from Kathmandu to Soti Khola to Maccha Khola (930m/2952 ft) 9 hours
[Elevation Loss: 433m/ 1,648ft Distance: 140m/ 87Mi ]
Day 02, Trek from Maccha Khola to Jagat (1340m/4396ft), 5-6 hrs
[ Elevation Gain: 440m/1443ft Walking Distance: 22km/13.7mi ]
Day 03, Trek from Jagat to Deng (1860m/6102ft)7-8 hrs.
[ Elevation Gain: 520m/1706ft Walking Distance: 19km/11.8mi ]
Day 04, Trek from Deng to Namrung (2630m/8628ft)8 hrs
[ Elevation Gain: 770m/2526ft Walking Hours: 16km/10mi ]
Day 05, Trek from Namrung to Lho (2957m/9701ft) 6-7 hrs
[ Elevation Gain: 327m/1,073ft Walking Distance: 10.5 Km/6.5 Mi. ]
Day 06, Trek from Lho to Samagaun (3530m/11581ft) 3-4 hrs
[ Eleveation Gain: 583m/8,540ft Walking Distance: 17.2 Km/ 10.6 ]
Day 07, Rest Day
Day 08, Trek from Samagaon to Samdo (3800m/12,467ft) 2-3 hrs
[ Elevation Gain: 330m/1082ft Walking Distance: 8km/5mi ]
Day 09, Trek from Samdo to Dharamsala/Larkya B. C (4460m/14632ft)3-4 hrs
[ Elevation Gain: [595m/11,217ft Walking Distance: 12km/7.4 ]
Day 10, Trek from Dharamsala to Larkya la (5160m/16, 924 ft) to Bimthang (3720m/12, 201 ft), 8 - 9 hours
[ Elevation Gain: 700m/ 2,292 Walking distance: 24.7m /15.3mi ]
Day 11, Trek from Bimthang to Gho (2515m/8251ft) 7-8 hrs
[ Elevation Loss: 2,645m/ 8,673 Walking Distance: 15km/9.3mi ]
Day 12, Trek from Gho to Dharapani (1963m/6440ft) (3-4 hrs) and drive to Besishahar (600m/1968ft) 4 hrs
[ Elevation Loss: 552m/1,811ft Walking Distance: 8km/4.7mi ]
Day 13, Drive from Besisahar to Kathamndu(1400m/4344ft)/Pokhara(822m/2697ft) 7-8 hrs.
Itineraries
Day 01
Drive from Kathmandu to Soti Khola to Maccha Khola (930m/2952 ft) 9 hours
During the drive, we enjoy views of the Nepalese countryside along with the mountain sceneries &Trishuli River. We will be driving on a paved road from Kathmandu to Dhading Bensi, districts headquarter of Dhading (1050m/ 3360 ft) and the drive from Dhanding Bensi to Arughat will be in a rough road. Upon reaching Arughat, a major town in the region we drive further towards Maccha Khola via Sotikhola from where we start our trek. Overnight in Macha Khola. Include: Transportation, Lunch, Dinner, AccommodationDay 02
Trek from Maccha Khola to Jagat (1340m/4396ft), 5-6 hrs [ Elevation Gain: 440m/1443ft Walking Distance: 22km/13.7mi ]
The narrow trail makes some minor ups and downs and eventually crosses the Tharo Khola and reaching Khorlabesi. After a few more ascends and descends we come across a small Hotspring in Tatopani. From the hot spring, we climb over another ridge, then cross the Budhi Gandaki on a suspension bridge. At this juncture, we climb on a wide, well-crafted staircase, then across a landslide and over a ridge to Dobhan. Upon crossing a suspension bridge over the YaruKhola, we climb the stone stairs and then drop to the river and again climb more stone stairs to TharoBharyang. Crossing the west bank of the Budhi Gandaki, we climb over a ridge, trek along the river and then climb towards the village of Jagat. Overnight in Jagat. Include: Breakfast ,Lunch, Dinner, AccommodationDay 03
Trek from Jagat to Deng (1860m/6102ft)7-8 hrs. [ Elevation Gain: 520m/1706ft Walking Distance: 19km/11.8mi ]
After a breakfast we begin today’s trek by climbing over a rocky ridge to Salleri, and then descend to Sirdibas. The valley widens a bit as the trail continues up to GhattaKhola. We further continue walking upstream to a long suspension bridge in Philim, a large Gurung village where we can see culture, traditions and the lifestyle of Gurung. After the lunch at Gurung village, Philim we again start to trek and trail turns north just above the lowest house in the village and stays on a fairly level trail as it crosses millet fields to Ekle Bhatti. The route now enters a steep, uninhabited gorge. At this point, we descend to the grassy land slopes, cross the Budhi Gandaki, then trek along the west bank for a while, then cross to the east bank and then back again. As we continue through the trail the valley widens and we pass through bamboo forests to the Deng Khola. Upon crossing the Khola, we reach the tiny village of Deng. Overnight in Deng. • Sirdibas is a beautiful old town where you can see lots of kids and old people walking around and welcome you with beautiful smile. Include: Breakfast ,Lunch, Dinner, AccommodationDay 04
Trek from Deng to Namrung (2630m/8628ft)8 hrs [ Elevation Gain: 770m/2526ft Walking Hours: 16km/10mi ]
The trekkers are bound to follow the guide’s instructions carefully while walking in this section. The uneven trail with lots of zigzag paths leads you to the beautiful village of Namrung at 2660 meters, with well-facilitated teahouses and restaurants. You will be staying overnight at one of the nice teahouses in Namrung. Include: Breakfast ,Lunch, Dinner, AccommodationDay 05
Trek from Namrung to Lho (2957m/9701ft) 6-7 hrs [ Elevation Gain: 327m/1,073ft Walking Distance: 10.5 Km/6.5 Mi. ]
After breakfast, we climb steadily and pass through forests and reach Hinang Gumba. After visiting gumba we hike down to Lihi village and continue hike to Lho village. The trail always offer us majestic view of SimnagHimal( 6251m / 20003ft) with Ganesh Himal always close by and can see majestic and different angled view of Ganesh Himal. We further pass through Sho and reachLho. We enjoy extraordinary views of Mt. Manaslu( 8361m / 26781 ft) from Lho village and also explore the famous Ribung Gompa. • Ribung Gompa will be our acclimatization and exploration walk which is situated around 200 meter above Lho village. • From Lho everyday onward we will do acclimatization to adjust with the high altitude. “Walk high and sleep low”. • “Mountain is about ATTITUDE not about ALTITUDE”, so stay warm, drink more fluid; stay positive and happy enjoying the beauty around. Include: Breakfast ,Lunch, Dinner, AccommodationDay 06
Trek from Lho to Samagaun (3530m/11581ft) 3-4 hrs [ Eleveation Gain: 583m/8,540ft Walking Distance: 17.2 Km/ 10.6 ]
The Budi Gandaki is far down but we follow a small tributary instead. Walking in the shady fir forest is very enjoyable. A short climb to a plateau and the village Shyala. Huge mountains surround us, HimalChuli and Peak 29 (NgadiChuli) 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. • Explore Samagaon village and Birendra lake. Include: Breakfast ,Lunch, Dinner, AccommodationDay 07
Rest Day
We spend the day at Samagaon both for rest and acclimatization. Today, we get acquainted with the rich Sherpa culture. We enjoy the sight of thousands of mani stones with Buddhist texts and pictures and the Sherpa women clad in traditional clothes and ornaments. On a little hill near the Sama village is an old Gompa (Pungyen Gompa), a monastery with great views of the glacier. It is named after Manaslu, Pungyen means bracelet, a good description of the two peaks. It was destroyed a year after the first unsuccessful Japanese attempt to climb Manaslu. The locals believed that the climb angered the gods, and when the Japanese came back a year later they met with a lot of resistance that they had to give up their attempt. They were finally successful in 1959. Overnight in Samagaon. • Alternative exploration site:Manaslu Base Camp. If you are interested in exploring Manaslu Base Camp over Pungyen gompa then you can discussed with your trek leader. Include: Breakfast ,Lunch, Dinner, AccommodationDay 08
Trek from Samagaon to Samdo (3800m/12,467ft) 2-3 hrs [ Elevation Gain: 330m/1082ft Walking Distance: 8km/5mi ]
Today, we descend to the Budhi Gandaki River, 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 KermoKharka. 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. From a stone arch we can view a large white kani. Finally passing through the kani we find Samdo. Overnight in Samdo. Include: Breakfast ,Lunch, Dinner, AccommodationDay 09
Trek from Samdo to Dharamsala/Larkya B. C (4460m/14632ft)3-4 hrs [ Elevation Gain: [595m/11,217ft Walking Distance: 12km/7.4 ]
Even today, we continue our walk down the edge, cross the wooden bridge over Budi Gandaki and begin walking upward. Upon crossing two streams and witnessing the Larkya Glacier we go around the valley of the SalkaKhola and climb up again to the stone guest house (4450 m), which is not a lodge but a kind of shelter called Dharmshala, also known as LarkePhedi. The short walk today also leaves plenty of time for acclimatization and relaxing in the afternoon at LarkePhedi. Overnight in Dharmshala. Include: Breakfast ,Lunch, Dinner, AccommodationDay 10
Trek from Dharamsala to Larkya la (5160m/16, 924 ft) to Bimthang (3720m/12, 201 ft), 8 - 9 hours [ Elevation Gain: 700m/ 2,292 Walking distance: 24.7m /15.3mi ]
After a short climb, we reach a valley on the north side of the Larkya Glaciers from where we can enjoy great views of Cho Danda and Larkya Peak. Finally, we walk across moraines of the glacier, making a gradual ascent which becomes steeper only in the last section of the pass. From the pass, there are outstanding views of HimlungHimal, Cheo Himal, Kangguru and the huge Annapurna II. It is a longer day than usual to Bimtang, but to walk into these low pastures with the evening mist coming in with Mt. Manaslu looming close by is an overwhelming experience. Overnight in Bimthang. • Walking from Larke la to Bhimthang is steep downhill for around 4 hours. We have to be mentally prepared for this. Include: Breakfast ,Lunch, Dinner, AccommodationDay 11
Trek from Bimthang to Gho (2515m/8251ft) 7-8 hrs Elevation Loss: 2,645m/ 8,673 Walking Distance: 15km/9.3mi
Today is quite a relaxing day as you do not need to walk as long a distance as you did the previous day. Have a relaxing breakfast and begin the journey at about 8 in the morning. The trail in the beginning, however, is quite rough with frequent landslides. You must be very careful and need to walk quickly to avoid tripping. As you pass this landslide zone, you will enter a beautiful forest filled with rhododendron and pine.You continue to trek through vat farmland until you reach the village of Gho. You will be spending the night in one of the fine lodges in Gho. Include: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, AccommodationDay 12
Trek from Gho to Dharapani (1963m/6440ft) (3-4 hrs) and drive to Besishahar (600m/1968ft) 4 hrs Elevation Loss: 552m/1,811ft Walking Distance: 8km/4.7mi ]
It's an easy trekking day through bamboo forests about 3-4 hours walk down, we see ahead marks of ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Project) board at Dharapani. Now we are in Annapurna Circuit Trekking main trail, an atmospheric Tibetan village with prayer flags fluttering at the gomba in Thongje. From Dhrapani, the road has been building; you may drive from here to Besisahar by jeep . We'll have a bumpy drive to Besisahar. Include: Breakfast ,Lunch, Dinner, AccommodationDay 13
Drive from Besisahar to Kathamndu(1400m/4344ft)/Pokhara(822m/2697ft) 7-8 hrs.
Breakfast in the morning with the view of waterfall at Tal and drive to Beshisharin a private jeep through rough road till Beshisahar. We will have lunch in Besishahar and then drive to Kathmandu/ Pokhara. Include: Breakfast ,Lunch, TransportationCost Include(s)
01. Three Meals normal (breakfast, lunch and dinner) without tea/coffee expect breakfast during the trek.
02. Transportations
– International Airport Pick up and drop in shared vehicle.
– Kathmandu to Macha Khola in shared jeep.
– Dharapani to Besisahar in shared jeep.
– Besisahar to Kathmandu in shared hiace.
03. Accommodations
– Accommodation during whole trek will be in clean tea-houses, twin-share room’s beds with normal foam mattress and pillows included but shared bathroom and toilet.
04. Staffs
– One government license holder English speaking Guide and his food, accommodations, salary, insurance, equipment, medicine and transportations.
– Porter in the ratio of 2 client: 1 porter and their accommodation and salary (A porter will carry max load 15-20 kg). Water proof duffle will be provided for you to put your luggage from us.
05. Permits and official arrangement
– Annapurna conservation permits (ACAP) fees.
– Manaslu Conservation Permits (MCAP) fees.
– Restricted area permit of Manaslu.
– Compulsory trekking staff insurance
– Travel & Rescue arrangements.
– All our government taxes, VAT and official expenses.
06. Equipment
– Trekking Poles
– Water proof duffle bag of 80 liter for your trekking equipment (which meant to be carried by porters)
01. Accommodation and Meals in Kathmandu
02. International Airport Pick up and drop.
03. Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, sweets, snacks, tips, etc.
04. All beverages and bar bills.
05. Local permit, donations personal equipment.
06. Your Travel Insurance (Essential – Should include emergency evacuation coverage while trekking up to 5545 meters).
07. Personal trekking equipment except stated above.
08. Entrance fee while doing sightseeing around Kathmandu
09. Any loss arising due to unforeseen circumstances that is beyond Apex Himalaya control.
10. Tips for guide and porter at the end of the trek
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