Manaslu Base Camp Trek – 14 Days: 2025-2026

An unforgettable journey into Nepal’s remote Himalayan wilderness.

The Journey Begins

The adventure of the Manaslu Base Camp Trek starts in Kathmandu, where excitement builds as we load up for the scenic drive to Soti Khola. The road winds through rolling hills, riverside valleys, and bustling roadside towns, offering the first glimpse of rural Nepal. This isn’t just a transfer—it’s the first taste of the landscapes, sounds, and energy of the trek ahead. From Soti Khola, we begin walking alongside the Budi Gandaki River, the trail weaving past terraced farmlands, dense forests, and suspension bridges that sway gently in the mountain breeze. Here, life moves slowly, and each village welcomes you with warm smiles and curious glances.

Manaslu Base Camp Trek Highlights

• Scenic drive from Kathmandu to Macchha Khola

• Traditional Tibetan and Gurung culture

• Stunning natural landscapes with rich flora and fauna

• Interact with locals, experience festivals and daily life

• Ancient monasteries, mani walls, and prayer wheels

• Views of snow-capped giants: Manaslu, Himal Chuli, Ganesh Himal & more

• Trek to Manaslu Base Camp (4,460m)

• Cross the legendary Larkya La Pass (5,160m)

Culture at Every Step

The Manaslu region is a melting pot of traditions. As we gain altitude, Gurung settlements give way to Tibetan-influenced villages, where prayer flags flutter against snow-dusted peaks. We stop at centuries-old monasteries, spin prayer wheels, and admire intricately carved mani walls.

Life here is simple yet deeply connected to nature. From shared cups of butter tea to conversations with locals about harvests and weather, you realise that trekking is as much about people as it is about mountains.

Reaching Manaslu Base Camp

A rest day in Sama Gaon offers the perfect chance to acclimatise and explore. The hike to Manaslu Base Camp is both challenging and rewarding—each step brings closer views of glaciers, towering ridges, and the imposing south face of Mt. Manaslu. Standing at 4,460m, you’re surrounded by raw Himalayan beauty that feels almost otherworldly.

Crossing Larkya La Pass

One of the trek’s defining moments is the ascent to Larkya La Pass (5,160m). The air is thin, the wind brisk, and the mountains stretch endlessly in every direction. The descent reveals a new world—alpine valleys, turquoise lakes, and trails lined with prayer flags marking the way.

Why This Trek Stands Out

Unlike the busy trails of Everest and Annapurna, the Manaslu Base Camp Trek offers a quieter, more intimate connection with the mountains. The gradual ascent helps with acclimatisation, while the remoteness ensures every moment feels like a true Himalayan expedition.

From the first rhododendron blooms in spring to the crystal-clear skies of autumn, every season paints the Manaslu region in its own colours. And with each day’s walk, the trek becomes not just a journey across landscapes, but through history, culture, and personal endurance.

ITINERARY:

Day 01: Start from Kathmandu to Machhakhola, and trek to Dobhan.

Day 02: Dobhan-Philim.

Day 03: Philim-Deng.

Day 04: Deng-Namrung.

Day 05: Namrung-Hinang gompa.

Day 06: Radial trek to BC Himachali, Then go to Lho.

Day 07: Lho-Samagaon.

Day 08: Trek to Manaslu Base Camp.

Day 09: Radial to Pungen Gompa then goes to Samdo.

Day 10: Samdo-Dharmasala.

Day 11: Larkya La pass, Night in the Bimtang.

Day 12 Radial to Ponkar Lake, Then go to Surki Khola.

Day 13: Surki-Darapani, local Jeep Drive to Besisahar.

Day 14: Jeep or Luxury Private Car drive to Kathmandu.

Cost Includes:

·  Complete arrangement of the necessary Special Trekking Permits for the Manaslu trekking.
·  Well–trained, well–experienced, English–speaking Trekking Guide.

·  Porter as a supporter to carry the luggage (1 porter per 2 clients, weight per porter max. 24 kg).

·  Oximeter* and First Aid medicine kit carried by the trekking guide.

·  Achievement CERTIFICATE and Farewell dinner (focusing mainly on Nepalese cuisine) at a Typical Nepali restaurant at the end of the Trip.

·  Private luxury Jeep to Machha Khola and private Car drive from Besisahar to Kathmandu.

·  Private Local Jeep from Dharapani to Besishar.

·  Government taxes, service charges, 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 your trek is in the safest hands possible for all levels of trekkers.”

Cost Excludes:

· In any case of natural calamities, mishaps, or anything beyond our control.

·  All costs incurred during the trekking due to personal choice trek and wanting to return from the trek earlier than the Scheduled itinerary, the costs are not refundable and transferable.

·  Accommodations and Meals for the entire trip.

·  Your Trekking and medical insurance (compulsory).

·  All the alcoholic and non-alcoholic hot and cold drinks.

·  Laundry, telephone, and personal trekking equipment.

·  Hot shower and battery charging on the tea houses on Manaslu Trekking.

·  Tips and gratitude for the members of the Manaslu trekking.

·  All personal bills and topics not addressed in the cost include section.