Manaslu Round Trek – The 8th Highest Mountain Trek Guide
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Duration: 14 Days/13 Nights

Manaslu Round Trek – Explore the Eighth Highest Mountain.

Trip Overview

  • Trip Duration

    14 Days/13 Nights

  • Maximum Altitude

    5,106 M

  • Trip Difficulty

    Hard

  • Activities

    Trekking holidays

  • Best Months

    March-may and October to mid - December

  • Trip Start & End

    Soti khola - Besi Sahar

  • Meals

    B/L/D

  • Accomodation

    Tea houses

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Itinerary

YOUR DAY-TO-DAY JOURNEY

Day 1

Upon arrival in Kathmandu, the capital city of Nepal, our representative will warmly welcome you and transfer you to your comfortable hotel as per our service.

  • Altitude : 1400m
  • Meal : B
Day 2

The trek starts with an early drive from Kathmandu, descending to Soti Khola by private jeep. Along the way, we will cross the beautiful village called Arughat. During the drive, we will enjoy the stunning views of Nepalese countryside villages along with the mountain scenery. Our first night will be spent in Sotikhola.

  • Duration : 5-6hrs
  • Altitude : 730m
  • Meal : B/L/D
Day 3

The destination of our third day will be Khorlabesi. The trail goes along with the Budhigandaki River. We can enjoy the waterfalls during today’s hike. After 3 hours of walking, we will stay for lunch at Lapubesi, a Gurung village, and the trek will continue toward the narrow suspension bridges. Again, after 3 hours of trekking, we will reach Khorlabesi and spend the night there in a teahouse.

  • Duration : 6-7hrs
  • Altitude : 970 m
  • Meal : B/L/D
Day 4

The fourth day begins with the trails that drop down. Along the way, we will walk through the lush tropical vegetation and pass a small waterfall. From there we can see the fantastic view of Ganesh Himal. After crossing some small wooden bridges and suspension bridges over the Budigandaki River, we will reach Jagat.

  • Duration : 6-7hrs
  • Altitude : 1,340m
  • Meal : B/L/D
Day 5

The fifth day of our trek ascends with a gentle climb above the high river. Along the way, we will cross the beautiful village with stupas of Buddhist culture. On the way, we cross the big metal bridges and some beautiful tropical forests dominated by bamboos. After some uphill trekking, we ascend to Deng.

  • Duration : 6-7Hhrs
  • Altitude : 1,860m
  • Meal : B/L/D
Day 6

On the sixth day, we walk through the traditional Buddhist and Tibetan villages towards Namrung. On the way, we can also see the beautiful view of Sringi Himal from the village viewpoint of Prok.

  • Duration : 6-7
  • Altitude : 2,630m
  • Meal : B/L/D
Day 7

This day will start by exploring the Tibet-influenced typical lifestyle. You will walk several manicured walls, lush terraces, and houses through Banjam to enter the fir, rhododendron, and oak forests before climbing to Lii and then to Sho. On this day you will gain quite a high altitude, so you must walk slowly and check the body’s signs. It will take us 4 to 5 hrs to reach Logan.

  • Duration : 4-5hrs
  • Altitude : 3,180m
  • Meal : B/L/D
Day 8

The next morning, you will start with the short trek due to the altitude reasons. While walking, the picturesque view of Mt. Manaslu accompanies you. After the 4 hrs of the trek, you will reach Samagaun.

Samagaun is the principal village of Nubri people, which holds the large gompa, many shops, a health post, a heliport, telephone/wifi access, etc.

  • Duration : 4-5hrs
  • Altitude : 3,540 m
  • Meal : B/L/D
Day 9

Today we have a comfortable day. We will gradually trek uphill to Samdo along the deserted trails of the windy valley. Today’s trek is for just 3 to 4 hours. We can see the stunning views of Mt. Manaslu, Nagdu Chuli, Manaslu glacier, Manaslu icefall, and several other majestic
peaks from Samdo.

  • Duration : 3-4hrs
  • Altitude : 3,865 m
  • Meal : B/L/D
Day 10

On the 10th day, we continue our walk uphill by crossing the wooden bridges over the Budi Gandaki River. The highest point we will reach today is Dharmasala.

The short walk of 4/5 hours also gives us time for acclimatization.

  • Duration : 4-5hrs
  • Altitude : 4,460 m.
  • Meal : B/L/D
Day 11

There are a lot of reasons to be excited today. We will be reaching the highest altitude of our entire Manaslu trek today. From Dharmasala, we will do a short hike till the Larkhe Glacier. The areas around the glacier offer beautiful views of Larkhe Peak. As we trek further, the pass will keep getting steeper until we reach Larkhe Pass at an altitude of 5,106 m. From there, mountain peaks such as Annapurna II, Himlung Himal, and Cheo Himal can be seen. We will take time and enjoy the view from Larkhe Pass, and then we will reach Bimtang, where we will spend the night.

  • Duration : 7-8hrs
  • Altitude : 5,106 m
  • Meal : B/L/D
Day 12

We will descend further down through beautiful pine forests as well as rhododendron and bamboo. We will walk for 5 to 6 hours today until we reach Goa. We get an impressive view of Mount Manaslu and Annapurna II along the way.

  • Duration : 4-5hrs
  • Altitude : 2,560m
  • Meal : B/L/D
Day 13

From Gho, we will continue our stroll towards Dharapani and continue to Tal. Tal, which was once a big lake, is now a village.

  • Altitude : 1,700m
Day 14

This is the second-to-last day of our trip, moving back towards Besi Sahar.

  • Altitude : 760m
  • Meal : B/LD
Day 15

Today is the last day of our trek. We will take a drive from Besisahar to Kathmandu. It will take approx. 6 to 7 hours to reach Kathmandu.

  • Duration : 6-7hrs
  • Altitude : 1400m
  • Meal : B/L/D
Day 16

This will be your second-last day in Nepal. It is a rest day; thus, you can spend your day however you like. You can use the day to roam around some local markets and do some shopping. Or, you can do sightseeing at other spots in Kathmandu that you have missed. Tonight, you’ll have a farewell dinner. You will spend your night in Kathmandu.

  • Meal : D
Day 17

Today, you will leave Nepal; thus, we will drop you off at the airport as per your flight schedule.

This tour includes a 3-star hotel in Kathmandu within walking distance of Thamel or near Boudhanath and tea house accommodation during the trek. Tea houses are basic but comfortable and provide a simple, authentic mountain experience with limited facilities in remote areas.

Trip Accomodation Summary

This tour includes a 3-star hotel in Kathmandu within walking distance of Thamel or near Boudhanath and tea house accommodation during the trek. Tea houses are basic but comfortable and provide a simple, authentic mountain experience with limited facilities in remote areas.

Included

  • 3 nights in Kathmandu Hotel on Bed & Breakfast basis
  • Local Lodges on Full Board Basis
  • Special Permit, MCAP, ACAP & TIMS Permit Fee
  • Porter Service
  • 1 English Speaking Trekking Guide
  • Trek Staffs insurance, food, accommodation & daily wages
  • All land transfers on private vehicle
  • First Aid Kit

Not Included

  • Lunch & Dinner in Kathmandu
  • Personal Equipment & Insurance
  • Personal Expenses (Battery recharge on local lodge, laundry, telephone, etc)
  • Nepal Visa Fee
  • Emergency Evacuation if required
  • Other personal Expenses
  • Tips for Staffs
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