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The Manaslu Circuit Trek is a challenging yet rewarding Himalayan trek that circles Mount Manaslu (8,163 m), the world’s eighth-highest peak. The trail offers spectacular views of snow-capped peaks, deep valleys, and remote villages, passing through diverse landscapes, lush forests, and high mountain passes like Larkya La (5,160 m). This trek combines adventure, culture, and pristine natural beauty, ideal for experienced trekkers seeking an off-the-beaten-path journey in 14–18 days.

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Replenish your food supply while hiking. Freshly ground coffee and Darjeeling tea were brought to us.

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02 Nights’ accommodation at a Hotel in Kathmandu on a Double / Twin room in BB Plan.

Accommodation

14 nights' accommodation in Simple Lodge through the trek (includes breakfast and necessary trekking staff)

Your trek will be accompanied by English-speaking local staff and porters (1 porter for every 2 guests, carrying up to 30 kg).

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All ground transportation will be carried out according to the itinerary in a private, air-conditioned vehicle equipped with bottled water and wet wipes.

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As you step off the plane at Tribhuvan International Airport, a friendly representative from our team will be there to welcome you. After assisting with your luggage, we'll provide a prompt private transfer directly to your Kathmandu hotel.Note: Your trek experience begins with an important briefing at the hotel - we'll review the itinerary, packing checklist, and answer all your questions.Overnight stay in the Hotel.&nbsp; (-/-/-)

Arrival in Kathmandu

Day 1

Your journey begins with a scenic 7–8 hour drive through the picturesque Trishuli River Valley. Along the way, you'll pass terraced hillsides, charming rural villages, and winding mountain roads before arriving in Soti Khola (700m), the gateway to your Manaslu adventure. After checking into a riverside lodge, meet your guide and prepare your gear for the trek ahead. In the evening, explore the vibrant trailhead village, where mule caravans are loaded with supplies for remote mountain communities. The atmosphere is lively with anticipation. Rest up. Tomorrow, you’ll cross your first suspension bridge into the Budhi Gandaki Valley, marking the true start of your trek.Overnight stay in the Hotel. (B/-/-)

Drive from Kathmandu to Soti Khola (140Km,8 to 9 hrs approx.)

Day 2

The trek starts with a gradual ascent alongside the Budhi Gandaki River, where swaying suspension bridges and cascading waterfalls set a scenic tone. You’ll follow stone-paved trails winding through terraced fields of millet and maize, sharing smiles and greetings with curious local children along the way. The landscape slowly shifts, offering glimpses of remote hillside life and Himalayan serenity.After 5–6 hours of trekking, you’ll reach Maccha Khola (900m), a peaceful riverside village. Here, you’ll settle into a simple teahouse, where warm food and friendly hospitality await. Drift to sleep with the soothing sound of the river, easing into mountain life.Overnight stay in the Simple Lodge. (B/-/-)

Trek from Soti Khola to Maccha Khola (14Km,6 to 7 hrs approx.)

Day 3

Today’s trek follows the roaring Budhi Gandaki River for 6–7 hours, revealing a constantly changing Himalayan landscape. You’ll cross seven suspension bridges, pass cascading waterfalls, and walk by the natural hot springs of Tatopani. As you approach Jagat (1,410m), the architecture begins to reflect Tibetan influence, Stone homes now display intricately carved wooden windows, and colorful prayer flags flutter above stone-paved alleys. Upon arrival in Jagat, register at the Manaslu Conservation Area checkpoint before exploring the village’s historic 17th-century monastery. Later, settle into a welcoming family-run teahouse, where evenings often bring lively interactions with locals and traders journeying toward higher altitudes.Overnight stay in the Simple Lodge. (B/-/-)

Trek from Maccha Khola to Jagat (22Km,6 to 7 hrs approx.)

Day 4

The trail ascends through subtropical forests alive with langur monkeys, crossing five swaying bridges over the turquoise Budhi Gandaki. Towering waterfalls cascade down 300-meter cliffs as the path transitions into alpine meadows dotted with Tibetan chortens, signaling your entry into Himalayan highlands.Deng emerges as a serene mountain hamlet, its flat-stone houses clustered around an ancient mani wall. Here, the air carries woodsmoke and the murmurs of prayer wheels. Settle into a warm teahouse, where steaming bowls of thukpa nourish both body and spirit after your 6–7 hour journey through Manaslu’s dramatic landscapes.Overnight stay in the Simple Lodge. (B/-/-)

Trek from Jagat to Deng (20Km, 6 to 7 hrs approx.)

Day 5

The trail climbs steadily through rhododendron forests filled with birdsong, eventually opening into alpine pastures near Prok village. Here, you’ll catch your first breathtaking views of Manaslu’s snow-capped peaks. As you ascend, the valley narrows and the scenery becomes more dramatic, waterfalls tumble down towering 500-meter cliffs, and ancient mani walls etched with Tibetan prayers line the path.By late afternoon, you’ll reach Namrung (2,630m), a fortified village marked by stone gateways and strong Tibetan cultural roots. Explore the 300-year-old Namrung Monastery as dusk settles, then retreat to your teahouse for a comforting bowl of buckwheat noodles and quiet reflection.Overnight stay in the Simple Lodge. (B/-/-)

Trek from Deng to Namrung (19km, 6 to 7 hrs approx.)

Day 6

The morning light filters through ancient pines as you ascend to Lihi village, where generations of pilgrims have left intricate Buddhist carvings on weathered mani stones. At 3,850m, the trail's gradient increases sharply through Hinan's basalt gorge, where seasonal waterfalls pound through microclimates created by thousands of sun-bleached prayer flags By afternoon, Samagaon appears beneath Manaslu's frozen north wall - its stone houses huddled together like mountain goats against the elements. As the sun dips, the monastery's long horns echo across the valley while monks light rows of butter lamps. Wrapped in the warmth of a woolen blanket, you sip shyakpa stew and watch the Milky Way ignite above the glaciers - a celestial finale to your Himalayan day.Overnight stay in the Simple Lodge. (B/-/-)

Trek from Namrung to Samagaun (17Km, 6 to 7 hrs approx.)

Day 7

Today is reserved for acclimatization at 3,530m while delving into the spiritual soul of the Manaslu region. Begin with a gentle hike to Pungyen Gompa (4,000m), a 17th-century monastery resting below Manaslu’s glaciers. After the climb, stillness descends. Manaslu's frozen west wall dominates the horizon as the metallic whisper of prayer wheels, turned by unseen hands, fills the sacred air with blessings. After lunch in Samagaun, explore the village’s whitewashed stupa and age-old stone mills where locals grind barley. Spend the afternoon sipping butter tea with Sherpa families, absorbing their Buddhist traditions, or stroll to the turquoise Birendra Tal. End your day with garlic soup as golden light bathes the snow-capped peaks.Overnight stay in the Simple Lodge. (B/-/-)

Trek from Samagaun to Pungyen Gompa (8 Km, 4 to 5 hrs approx.)

Day 8

The morning trek ascends through sweeping glacial valleys, where turquoise lakes mirror the sky and yaks graze near crumbling herders' huts. Juniper shrubs replace trees as the trail climbs toward Tibet. The thinning air is filled with the crisp scent of mountain herbs.Samdo emerges like a mirage, its flat-roofed homes huddled beneath Manaslu's icy crown. At dusk, the hilltop gompa offers panoramic Himalayan views before you descend to a simple teahouse. Candlelight flickers on weathered faces as steaming bowls of thukpa arrive, accompanied by generations' worth of mountain wisdom whispered over butter tea.Overnight stay in the Simple Lodge. (B/-/-)

Trek from Pungyen Gompa to Samdo (17Km, 4 to 5 hrs approx.)

Day 9

Rest Day in Samdo 

Day 10

The real journey begins after acclimatization - giving your body this crucial adjustment period ensures you're ready to conquer the trails. Today’s 4–5 hour trek leads you through a striking glacial valley toward Dharamsala (4,460m), the final stop before your Larkya La crossing. The trail winds over ancient moraines, past frozen streams and beneath towering cliffs, while blue sheep may be seen grazing quietly in the alpine wilderness. Larke Peak and its glacier grow larger with every step, and the terrain begins to resemble a windswept alpine desert.Upon arrival at camp, take short acclimatization walks to nearby ridges offering breathtaking views of Manaslu’s icy north face. As the cold settles in, gather in the dining tent for garlic soup and a detailed briefing under a star-strewn Himalayan sky.Overnight stay in the Simple Lodge. (B/-/-)

Trek from Samdo to Dharamsala/Larkya B.C. (12Km, 4 to 5 hrs approx.)

Day 11

Your pre-dawn trek begins with headlamps lighting the frozen trail as you make your way toward Larkya La Pass (5,160m). As the sun rises, golden light spills across the glaciers, guiding you up the final steep ascent. By mid-morning, you’ll reach the summit, where prayer flags dance in the wind and you’re rewarded with panoramic views of Manaslu, Himlung Himal, and the distant Annapurna range.The descent unfolds over four hours, revealing turquoise glacial lakes and the vast Larke Glacier. Soon, alpine meadows and wildflowers welcome you to Bimthang (3,720m), a peaceful valley where simple lodges and hot chocolate mark a perfect ending to your high-altitude triumph.Overnight stay in the Simple Lodge. (B/-/-)

Trek from Dharamsala to Larkya la to Bimthang (24Km,8 to 9 hrs approx.

Day 12

Begin your descent through moss-draped rhododendron forests, where birdsong and floral scents guide you toward Tilije (2,300m), a picturesque Gurung village nestled among apple orchards. Stone homes surround a 17th-century monastery, and ancient irrigation channels crisscross the paths, fed by glacial streams. The altitude eases, and the air feels warmer, sweeter.Celebrate your crossing of Larkya La with a farm-to-table feast, wild mushrooms, buckwheat roti, and just-picked greens, paired with locally distilled apple brandy. As dusk settles, butter lamps flicker beside painted mandalas, and the soulful notes of a sarangi echo through the village, telling stories as timeless as the mountains themselves.Overnight stay in the Simple Lodge. (B/-/-)

Trek from Bimthang to Tilije (26 Km, 6 to 7 hrs approx.)

Day 13

Today’s trail plunges through the dramatic Marsyangdi Gorge, where waterfalls tumble 200 meters down moss-covered cliffs. Cross suspension bridges over churning turquoise waters and pass through hillside villages where children greet you with freshly picked persimmons and wide smiles. The descent brings warmer air and vibrant greenery, marking your return to lower altitudes.By late afternoon, the village of Tal (1,700m) appears like a dream, set beside a roaring waterfall whose mist dances in rainbow-lit sunlight. Spend your final mountain night in a riverside lodge, enjoying a hot shower and a celebratory meal of fresh valley trout and warm buckwheat pancakes.Overnight stay in the Simple Lodge. (B/-/-)

Trek from Tilije to Tal (14 km, 5 to 6 hrs approx.)

Day 14

The trail descends steeply through the wild beauty of the Marshyangdi Gorge, where waterfalls tumble from high hanging valleys into glistening turquoise pools. Pass through the dramatic village of Chamje, its stone homes perched above the roaring river, and cross suspension bridges adorned with fluttering prayer flags, vibrant against the dark canyon walls. Arriving in Syange (1,100m), the air is thick with mist from a nearby waterfall, its spray catching the sunlight in dancing rainbows. Settle into a riverside lodge and savor fresh citrus fruits, a sweet return to the lowlands. Celebrate the end of your trek under starlight, sharing stories with fellow travelers to the soothing rhythm of falling water.Overnight stay in the Simple Lodge. (B/-/-)

Trek from Tal to Syange (16 km, 6 to 7 hrs approx.)

Day 15

On your final day of the Manaslu Circuit Trek, set out from Syange, following the Marshyangdi River past terraced hillsides and tranquil rural scenery. After a few hours of gentle trekking, you arrive in Bulbule, where your overland journey begins. Board a private vehicle or bus for the scenic drive back to Kathmandu, passing through vibrant villages and green valleys that offer one last glimpse of Nepal’s countryside charm.Once in Kathmandu, transfer to your hotel to relax and refresh. Spend the evening unwinding or strolling through the lively streets, reflecting on your incredible journey through Manaslu’s majestic landscapes and rich cultural tapestry.Overnight stay in the Hotel. (B/-/-)

Drive from Syange to Kathmandu (210Km, 8 to 9 hrs approx.)

Day 16

Your final morning in Kathmandu is free to wander, rest, or reflect. Then it’s time to head to the airport, your heart full of adventure and memories of Nepal.

Final Departure

Day 17

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