Manaslu Circuit Trek
Section 01
Key Information
18 days
5,160 m
On request
Difficulty
Challenging
Best months
Sep–Nov, Mar–May
Acclimatization
On request
Per day activity
On request
WiFi
Available
Trip Start
On request
Transport
Drive Kathmandu–Sotikhola
Group size
2–10
Tour type
Private / Small Group
Altitude level
Extreme High Altitude
Section 02
Trek Highlights
- Cross Larkya La Pass (5,160m)
- Restricted area — pristine wilderness
- Tibetan Buddhist culture in remote villages
- Views of Manaslu (8,163m)
- Tsum Valley extension available
- Very few trekkers — true off-the-beaten-path
Section 03
About The Trek
The Manaslu Circuit Trek circles the world's 8th highest mountain (8,163m) through some of Nepal's most pristine and remote terrain. As a restricted area permit trek, it offers a rare off-the-beaten-path experience with far fewer trekkers than Everest or Annapurna. The route passes through diverse ecosystems — from subtropical lowlands to high alpine zones — while offering deep cultural immersion with Tibetan Buddhist communities. The crossing of Larkya La Pass (5,160m) is one of the most dramatic high-pass experiences in Nepal.
Section 04
Itinerary Timeline
Arrive Kathmandu
Drive to Sotikhola
Sotikhola to Machha Khola
Machha Khola to Jagat
Jagat to Deng
Deng to Namrung
Namrung to Samagaon
Acclimatization — Samagaon
Samagaon to Samdo
Samdo to Dharamsala
Cross Larkya La (5,160m), descend to Bimthang
Bimthang to Tilije
Tilije to Dharapani, drive Besisahar
Drive Besisahar to Kathmandu
Section 05
What's Covered
Included
- Restricted Area Permit
- Manaslu Conservation Area permit
- All transfers and ground transportation
- Expert guide with Manaslu experience
- Porter service
- Teahouse accommodation
- Breakfast and dinner on trek
Excluded
- International flights
- Nepal visa
- Lunch on trek
- Mandatory travel insurance
- Tips
Section 06
Map
Section 08
FAQ
Section 09
What to Pack
Recommended Gear Checklist
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