| Duration | 20 |
| Group Size | 2 or more |
| Transportaion | Private car & Tourist bus |
| Altitude | 5100 m/16, 728 ft |
| Accomodations | Hotel in Kathmandu, Tea House/Lodge during trek |
| Best Seasons | Spring (March to May) and Autumn (September to November) |
| Activities | Trekking, Hiking |
| Meals | Welcome and Farewell dinner at Kathmandu, All meals during treks |
Basic Intro
Manaslu
Valley offers you the most amazing ethnic and scenic diversity, providing pristine mountain views, rich cultural heritage, unsurpassed Himalayan
beauty, and a rich mountain biological diversity. Manaslu at 8163 meters (26,
775') is the 8th highest peak in the world which literately means "The
Spirit-Mountain" in the local dialect, referring to the benevolent and
strong deity, which dwells within. Trekking in Manaslu is one of the most
delightful adventures which leads us to high Himalayan passes, purely Tibetan
villages, spectacular snow-peak panoramas, and wonderful campsites. This region
is restricted because of its close immediacy with the Tibetan border and is now
open, but only for organized groups.
This trek starts right from
Arughat Bazaar which is 8 hours drive from Kathmandu city and goes along the
Gandaki River, with a great view of Manaslu and Himal Chuli. We will continue our
trek through several villages like Soti Khola, Machha Khola, Jagat, and so
on. The trek accomplishes an altitude of 5100m at the Larke La La pass,
connecting the periphery of the legendary Tibetan plateau. We will continue to descend
passing through villages like Samagaon, Bhimmanthang, and finally to Beshisahar
where our trek ends.
Day 01: Arrival,
transfer to Hotel
Day 02: Kathmandu:
Sightseeing and Trek Preparation
Day 03: Drive
Kathmandu to Arughat [600m/1968 ft]
Day 04: Arughat
- Soti Khola [710m/2328 ft]: 5-6 hrs
Day 05: Soti
Khola - Maccha Khola [900m/2952 ft]: 6-7 hrs
Day 06: Maccha
Khola -Jagat [1410m/ 4625 ft]: 6-7 hrs
Day 07: Jagat
- Deng [1,804m/5917 ft]: 6-7 hrs
Day 08: Deng
- Ghap [2165m/7102 ft]: 3-4 hrs
Day 09: Ghap
- Lho [3180m/10,430 ft]: 7-8 hrs
Day 10: Lho
- Samagaon [3530m/11,578 ft]: 5-6 hrs
Day 11: Samagaon
– Rest Day
Day 12: Sama
- Samdo [3860m/12,660 ft]: 4-5 hrs
Day
13: Samdo - Dharamsala/Larkya B. C. [4460m/14, 628 ft]: 4-5
hrs
Day 14: Dharamsala
- Larkya la [5100m/16, 728 ft] - Bimthang [3720m/12, 201 ft]: 8-9 hrs
Day 15: Bimthang
- Gho [2560m/8396 ft]: 4-5 hrs
Day
16: Gho - Dharapani [1920m/6297 ft]: 3-4 hrs
Day
17: Dharapani - Syange [1080m/3542 ft]: 6-7 hrs
Day
18: Syange - Besi Sahar (800m/2625 ft): 4 hrs
Day
19: Drive Besi Sahar to Kathmandu by bus: 7-8 hrs
Day 20: Departure
from Kathmandu for next trip or to your home
Includes
- All airport/hotel
transfers.
- Three-star hotel in
Kathmandu with breakfast.
- Welcome and farewell
dinner.
- A full-day sightseeing
tour in Kathmandu Valley including tour guide by private car/jeep.
- Kathmandu-Arughat
& Besisahar-Kathmandu by bus.
- Teahouse/Lodge
accommodation during the trek with all meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
- An experienced
English-speaking trek leader (trekking guide), assistant trek leader (4
trekkers: 1 assistant guide), and Sherpa porters to carry luggage (2 trekkers:1
porter) including their salary, insurance, equipment, flight, food, and lodging
- Four seasonal sleeping
bags and trekking map (sleeping bags are to be returned after trip completion)
- All necessary paperwork and permits (National Park permit, TIMS )
- A comprehensive
medical kit
- All government and
local taxes
Not Includes
- Nepal Visa fee.
- International and
Domestic airfare.
- Excess baggage
charges.
- Private vehicle
(Kathmandu-Arughat & Besisahar-Kathmandu $200 one way by jeep up to 6 pax).
- Lunch and Dinner at
Kathmandu.
- Extra night
accommodation in Kathmandu and during the trek.
- Travel and rescue
insurance.
- Personal expenses
(phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or
boiled water, shower, etc).
- Tips for guides and
porters.
Equipment List
- Sun hat or scarf
- Light balaclava or warm fleece hat
- Sunglasses with UV protection
Lower Body:
- Lightweight cotton long pants/ Hiking shorts
- Fleece or wool pants (seasonal)
- Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell pants
Feet :
- Thin, lightweight inner socks
- Thick, warm wool hiking socks
- Hiking boots with spare laces
- Camp shoes (sneakers and sandals)
Upper Body:
- T-shirts
- Fleece jacket or pullover
- Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket
- Down vest and jacket
Hands:
Accessories:
- Sleeping bag rated to zero degrees F
- Headlamp with spare bulbs and batteries
- Trekking Bags/Duffel bag
- Basic First Aid Kit
- Large plastic bags
- for keeping items dry inside the trekking bag
- Trekking Poles
- Water bottles
- Toiletries (Small wash towel, Toilet paper, etc)
Toiletries (it’s up to your comfort label):
- 1 medium-sized quick-drying towel
- Toothbrush/paste (preferably biodegradable)
- Multipurpose soap (preferably biodegradable)
- Deodorants
- Nail clippers
- Face and body moisturizer
- Feminine hygiene products
- Small mirror
Personal Hygiene (it’s up to your comfort label):
- Wet wipes (baby wipes)
- Tissue /toilet roll
- Bacterial hands wash
- Diamox (Drugs for altitude sickness in case)
- Water purified pills
Extras/Luxuries (it’s up to your comfort label)
- Binoculars (optional)
- Reading book
- Journal & Pen
- Pencils and small notebooks
- Travel games i.e. chess, backgammon, scrabble
Useful Information
- Autumn (Sept. to Nov.) and Spring (March to May) are the best seasons for the Manaslu Circuit Trek.
- The weather is sunny and warm with outstanding views.
- If you wish to avoid crowds and enjoy some alone time with nature then taking this trip during winter (Dec., Jan., and Feb.) could also be an option.
- However, the temperature during winter could be harsh for most guests.
- Trekking in the Summer or Monsoon seasons (June to Aug.) will be affected by rain but the summer trek could be a boon for a keen botanist.