| Trip code | HNN-MNC |
| Package name | 16 days Manaslu Circuit Trek |
| Duration | 16 |
| Max. elevation | 5106 m |
| Level | DIFFICULT |
| Transportation | All Ground transport as per itinerary. |
| Accomodation | Hotel in Kathmandu and lodge/guesthouse in the trek. |
| Starts at | Kathmandu |
| Ends at | Kathmandu |
| Trip route | Kathmandu-Machhakhola-Larkya La Pass-Dharapani-Besisahar-Kathmandu |
| Cost | USD 1,099 per person |
Preparations
One requires good preparation for your Manaslu Circuit Trek since it is a challenging and adventurous trek in Nepal in the Manaslu region. A Level of fitness and stamina is required for this trek as you are ascending 5000m high above sea level that is Larkya La Pass(5,106 metres (16,752 ft), one of the highest mountain passes in the world.
One needs to have prior trekking experience above 4000m above sea level and needs to do tough physical exercises going ups and downs with a backpack. Also, prepare the right and reliable trekking equipment/gear that will help you make your Manaslu Circuit Trek more convenient and memorable.
On your first arrival at Kathmandu and Nepal International Airport, a Haven Holidays representative will receive you. After being introduced to the staff, your baggage will be loaded in the car, coach or bus as per group size. A short drive to the centre of Kathmandu city, where your hotel is located. On checking into your lovely rooms, get refreshed from Jet-Lag, then get ready for group briefing where you will meet with other members of the Manaslu Circuit trek. The guide or group leader brief with related information regarding the trek, culture, accommodation and foods. Includes information about hours of walks and overnight stops and views along the treks.
in Kathmandu, you will have good preparation for the Manaslu Circuit trek with an exciting sightseeing tour. Kathmandu is steeped with historical and religious interesting places, including many world heritage sites. Today, you will visit some popular UNESCO World Heritage Sites including Swyombhunath Temple, Patan Durbar Square, Bouddhanath Stupa and Pashupatinath Temple.
After you end this exciting tour in Kathmandu, you will thoroughly prepare for your Manaslu Circuit Trek. Enjoy the evening with the meal you like and also can do some shopping as you like.
Starting the Manaslu circuit adventure, in the early morning for a long and interesting overland journey. Heading beyond Kathmandu valley, and down to low warm farm villages and towns. The drive follows the main highway, then diverts from the busy road, heading towards the mid-hills of Dhading and Gorkha areas. On leaving the main good road, the drive continues on country dirt tracks towards low farm areas at Machha-Khola. A moderate village, slowly developing into a town, having several good simple lodges. Check into the best lodge available for an overnight halt, after a long interesting drive arriving on time before dinner.
Another early morning starts after breakfast for the first day of trekking, which leads to a long walk to Jagat village. Trekkers might feel better walking than the long drive of yesterday, beginning the morning following the Budi Gandaki River.
They head past several spread-out farms and smaller villages to enter a cool shade of forest. As the walk continues up the river on a narrow path with short up and down. The trail leads to cross Tharo Khola / stream to Khorla Besi. Then reach Tatopani, a place with natural hot springs, from here climb over a ridge across the Budhi Gandaki. Crossing a suspension bridge, the walk follows on stone stone-paved staircase to Dovan for possible lunch. A small farm with few simple lodges to accommodate travellers.
Afternoon starts to cross another suspension bridge over Yaru Khola, as it leads climbs on stone steps reaching Tharo Bhanjyang. Lovely Gurung villages with lush green forest above. The walk continues towards the west bank of the Budhi Gandaki River with the last limb of the day to reach Jagat. A nice moderate-sized village having good lodges and shops. From here start the entrance to Upper Manaslu and Restricted Area of Nepal. At Jagat after a tiring long day walk, check into a nice lodge, and rest before dinner.
Today’s walk is fairly moderate with a slow climb with some descent, after a good breakfast, start the morning from Jagat. The trail follows various landscapes and walks into dense forests to cross a small stream. The journey continues past farm terraces and villages, and over a rocky ridge to Salleri, then down to Sirdibas. The valley widens as the walk heads towards Ghatta Khola / stream, following the path to cross a suspension bridge. On reaching a large farm village at Philim, from here head north above the village. Walk leads on a fairly level trail through crop fields of millets, then reaches a small settlement of Ekle Bhatti.
After having a few refreshing stops, the trail leads to a steep, uninhabited gorge downhill to a grassy slope. The trail gets wider on reaching a bamboo forest to Deng Khola, crossing the stream then the day walk ends reaching an overnight stop at Deng. A small, nice village, and from here onwards one can experience the Tibetan culture.
The walk from Deng onwards gets better and more interesting around important and culturally significant sections of the adventure. The morning walks head across the Budhi Gandaki River with climb further to Bihi a small place.
The walk follows the north-west of the valley through a forested path and dense vegetation past a few smaller farm villages. On a walk with a great glimpse of the giant peaks of the region, facing views of Sringi Himal. The trail leads to cross Budi Gandaki River several times and then comes across Buddhist prayer monuments and Gompa. The last part of the walks rewards the magnificent experience of observing the Manaslu Conservation Area which has preserved the region to its pristine form. The trek leads to the last steep climb of the day to Namrung for an overnight halt, a lovely village. Namrung with good guest houses and lodges provides a comprehensive food menu to enjoy overnight stop in Namrung.
After a pleasant overnight halt in a lovely lodge at Namrung, having a nice breakfast. The morning begins with a gradual walk towards Lo-Gaon, another beautiful village, as the walk leads enjoying grand views of snow peaks. Overlooking views stunning views of Sringi, Ganesh Himal, and Himal Chuli towards the south.
The trail climbs through a lovely cool forest to Lihi, a small farm village with many stupas and terraces of barley and buckwheat. The walk heads down across the side of the valley floor, the trek continues further to Sho village. Slowly the day walks complete reaching Lo-Gaon for an overnight stop. A nice village, located on beautiful, scenic landscapes amidst lovely woods of pines and rhododendrons.
Above Lo-Gaon enjoy views of majestic Mt. Manaslu North Face. Overnight in one of the best lodges with time to explore the village and Ribung monastery.
From Lo-Gaon, having a pleasant overnight stay, today’s walk heads towards Sama-Gaon, the main village around Upper Manaslu Valley.
Start the morning walks on a gradual trail, with slow winding ups and down to Shayla, a nice small village. The walk continues along with impressive views of Mt. Manaslu, Himal Chuli and Peak 29 (Ngadi Chuli). Includes views of Manaslu massif glaciers straight above from the trail with an array of snow-capped peaks.
The walk slowly comes to an end reaching Sama-Gaon for two overnight halts, in the comfort of a nice lodge.
Enjoy a well-earned rest and a free day in Sama-Gaon at 3530 Meters from sea level, the best place and the right altitude for acclimatization. Very important before heading towards the highest point of the adventure on top of Larke-La. Several options that one can enjoy on a free day, explore Sama-Gaon the traditional village of great culture.
Energetic trekkers can take a short day hike in old Pungyen Gompa. A monastery with dramatic grand views of the glacier as well as visit the serene glacial pond of Birendra Tal. Sama-Gaon is also on route Mt. Manaslu Base Camp, a walk of more than 4 hours. It will be a tiring walk with a rise of high altitude, both ways take nearly more than 6 hours. Not recommendable unless the trip involves base camp, staying overnight in a tented camp.
Enjoying a pleasant moment at Sama-Gaon, the morning walks head down to Budhi Gandaki River. The trail follows to a small bridge coming across rows of Mani walls, as the walk proceeds, the valley opens wider after an hour of good scenic walks. During the walk facing views of giant snow peaks, as the walk leads closer towards Samdo village. A short climb to Samdo village the last village of Gorkha and Manaslu Valley, located on a high plateau. Which is en route to the Nepal and Tibet border as well as to Manang areas via Larke-La Pass.
Overnight in a nice simple guest house or a lodge, overlooking views of snow-capped peaks.
From Samdo a short morning walk to the end of the valley rim at Dharmasala, or Larke Phedi. At the base of Larke-La Pass, the walk follows down to a river bed and crosses streams towards our overnight stop. As well as for lunch, an exciting small place with few huts, serves as a lodge and guest houses. During the high seasons of trekking, this place can be crowded, and some visitors have to spend overnights in tents. The camping is provided by the lodge, but foods are served in the dining of the guest house. Afternoon enjoy the surrounding views of towering peaks with glaciers fed from the Larke peak.
A big and long day of adventure, rising early for breakfast and then on the move, following the lead guide. The walk leads past Dharmasala and then climbs on an undulating uphill path over a moraine and few traces of glaciers.
After hours of strenuous climb having few stops, they reach on top of Larke-La Pass elevation of 5,106 Meters from sea level. The top is festooned with Buddhist prayer flags and rock cairns, and the signboard stands with the name of the pass and altitude. From Larke-La pass enjoy the stupendous panorama of the Snow Mountains. Overlooking views of Manaslu as far towards Ganesh Himal with Himlung Himal, Cheo Himal, with peaks of Annapurna II-III, IV. From the top, after a spectacular panorama, a long descent leads past Cheo Danda and Larcia, small yak herder settlements. Finally after a long downhill reach the bottom of Larke-La.
From the western base of Larke-la enter the Manang district and back into a forest of tall trees rhododendron, pine and oaks. The walk gets better near the lever path to reach Bhimtang for an overnight halt, this place is also called Bhimthang.
Bhimtang, located on a lovely wide grassy meadow amidst pine forest has several nice, good lodges.
Today’s walk is much shorter to Gowa a small settlement with few nice lodges for overnight stops. We have allowed a short day, due to the tough long walks of the previous day, and start the morning having a leisurely breakfast. The trail follows downhill through dense woods, a pleasant morning walk with few short-ups to reach Gho. After a great lovely morning walk to Gho for overnight lunch and overnight halt, have time to relax and enjoy the surrounding magnificent views.
Walk down to Dharapani through picturesque landscapes and local villages for 3-4 hours via Tilche. Tilche is a beautiful local town with some teahouses for lunch and some light snacks.
After arriving at Dharapani, you will take a jeep drive to Besisahar. This drive will last for 3-4 hours again with marvellous views and experiences driving along the country off-road. You will encounter some natural waterfalls and paddy fields before you arrive at Besisahar.
Enjoying a pleasant overnight stop at Bhesisar town, morning having breakfast taking a ride on vehicle. As per the size of the group, the overland journey on a good motorable road to Kathmandu. On leaving Bhesisar town, the drive heads towards Dumre town, situated on the main Pokhara and Kathmandu highway.
From here the ride is more enjoyable and exciting on the busy highway, following the Marsyndi and Trisuli River for some hours. Then on winding uphill to the valley rim, overlooking views of Kathmandu city. After an hour from the valley outskirts reach back to the hustle and bustle of city life of Kathmandu.
On arrival in
Kathmandu, transfer to your respective hotels for the last overnight in Kathmandu
and Nepal. Evening a farewell group dinner before parting from each member
of different nationalities.
Evening farewell
dinner in a nice authentic Nepali restaurant, dinner with an exciting Nepali
cultural program.
Last day in Nepal and at Kathmandu, as time for your respective airline's flight departures. Our guide and staff transfer you to the airport, then bid farewell to Nepal till you return for another exciting adventure.
Or optionally, you can begin another trip in Nepal or in any other country you choose.
Arrival
You will arrive either by air or land to Nepal. If you arrive in Nepal by air, you have to use only Tribhuvan International Airport. Instead, if you use the road, you can enter or arrive in Nepal by land, you can different borders of Neighboring countries (India and China) like Jogbani, Raksaul, Sunauli,Birjung, Kakarvitta, Jh Tatopani, Rasuawagadi etc. You can use whichever entrances you like to suit your comfort and convenience.
On Arrival, you will have the on arrival visa instantly if you have not applied Nepal visa for Nepal through the consulate centers or Nepal Embassies nearby you or your city. Within half an hour, you can get an instant authentic visa on your passport after producing all required documents for visa.
But, majority of people/trekkers enter Nepal by air and that is via Tribhuvan International Airport. We receive you at the arrival of any entry points of Nepal or mainly at Tribhuvan International Airport without any delay according to your arrival time. It may take some time like 20-30 minutes to collect your luggage and for security checking at the airport. After that, you make your way to the exit of the airport and Haven Holidays Pvt. Ltd. Representative will be waiting there holding the Board Witten “Haven Holidays Pvt. Ltd” and as you see the board, you have to go with him or her and we will make a very comfortable transfer to the hotel you are staying overnight. The transfer from Tribhuvan International Airport and Thamel, the hotel where you are staying will take just 15-20 minutes drive. Don’t get scared with the chaos and heavy traffic on the way to the hotel from Airport.
Get checked in hotel and take rest and get refreshed. We will give you the time for orientation after you get checked in the hotel.
Check if everything is fine with the accommodation you are using tonight.
Tourist Visa Nepal
A tourist Visa is on arrival visa in Nepal. It means tourists who are visiting Nepal can get the visas instantly on arrival at International Airports by producing all required documents. TIA (Tribhuvan International Airport) under the Department of Immigration has been facilitating tourists flying to Nepal by providing visas on Arrival. The 'On Arrival' visa procedure is very quick and simple. Within 5-10 minutes, you will get a visa on your passport. However, you can expect some queues during peak Tourist season If you wish to skip those queues, you can also consider getting a Visa from Nepalese Diplomatic Missions stationed abroad before your arrival. If you have possible, we recommend you obtain a visa before you enter Nepal from the diplomatic missions located nearby you so that you don’t need to bear any hassles during the process of obtaining a tourist visa on arrival. The choice is yours.
For more information, please click the link : Tourist Visa Nepal
Transfer to Hotel
The majority of people/trekkers enter Nepal by air and that is via Tribhuvan International Airport. We receive you at the arrival of any entry point of Nepal or mainly at Tribhuvan International Airport without any delay according to your arrival time. It may take some time like 30 minutes to collect your luggage and for security checking at the airport. After that, you make your way to the exit of the airport and the Haven Holidays Pvt. Ltd. Representative will be waiting there holding the Board Witten “Haven Holidays Pvt. Ltd” As you see the board, you have to go with him or her and we will make a very comfortable transfer to the hotel you are staying overnight. The transfer from Tribhuvan International Airport and Thamel, the hotel where you are staying will take just 30 minutes drive.
Get checked in the hotel take a rest and get refreshed. We will give you the time for orientation after you get checked into the hotel.
Orientation
As you are given the time when you get checked in the hotel, you will be followed by our staff for the orientation. It may be on the same day or later the next day early in the morning at breakfast.
We will briefly let you know the trip you are undertaking from the next day or the same day onwards. You will be stated about the highlights of the trip, preparations, equipment, food and accommodation, guide, porter, etc
If you have any queries, you can put them in this orientation meeting before you depart for your trip.
Last Minute Booking
Last-minute booking is always open for you but the same package tends to be a little more costly than the regular departure dates trip packages. You can book the trip you like on our website even a day before the trip begins.
If you are lucky, then, the last minute may be a golden opportunity for you to get the same price or even less than that if one of the members of the trip gives up and withdraws the trip plan at the eleventh hour. we are always open and here to organize your vacation trips in Nepal.
Trip Extension
We are always flexible and open to the extension of the particular trip you are undertaking. If you enjoy the trip you are doing, you can extend it to longer days or longer hours. But, for this, you must contact us one day prior so that we can arrange the required things like trip crew, accommodation, transportation and other minor needy things for your extended trip and you must add some little additional cost which we will settle in mutual understanding.
Currency Exchange
You can exchange your currency even in the Tribhuvan International Airport at your arrival or you can exchange it after you check in at the hotel or other several places in Kathmandu, trekking beginning points as well. If you are in a rush and cannot do this, you can pay USD, AUD or CAD to the people whom you need to pay for your accommodation, food, trip costs, tipping etc.
Haven Holidays Team
Haven Holidays Team is very professional, reliable and responsible. They are well-trained, friendly and experienced for their related field. You can share anything you like with them without any hesitation. They know local culture, civilization, history, foods and accommodation, weather conditions, and first-aid applications. They are eco-friendly and better understand the non-human's rights and their lives. The Haven Holidays Team will assist you in every step of your trip to make it memorable and more convenient.
Luggage and Storage
we provide you with a very reliable duffel bag to put your stuff to be carried on the trip. It will be very safe to be carried by a porter. Unnecessary stuff, you can store it at the hotel in Kathmandu or Pokhara. They will keep your luggage/stuff very safe till your return back. Ask your trip leader or hotel receptionist to manage it for you before you depart for the trip.
Meals
Meals will be provided according to the itinerary and cost includes and cost excludes. If you are given the itinerary or cost like including BB only, you will be provided breakfast only and if you have booked the trip package including a full-board meal, you will get all the meals including breakfast, dinner and lunch. Apart from main meals, if you have extra tea, coffee, cold drinks and other alcoholic drinks, you have to pay them personally.
During the trip, you will be given enough time to have a meal. You can enjoy the meal you like from the menu. Vegan, Vegetarian?? If you are vegetarian, you will still find the choice in the menu and our guide will take good care of you through the trip.
You are supposed to have the meal where you stay overnight in the mountain during the trekking trip. You will enjoy freshly cooked meals in the mountain during the trip days with local ingredient
Trek Starts
Trek starts from Machha Khola in the Manaslu region and is an exciting adventure! The Manaslu Circuit Trek is renowned for its stunning scenery, diverse landscapes, and rich cultural experiences. Starting from Machha Khola, the trail gradually ascends through lush forests, terraced fields, and remote villages, offering breathtaking views of snow-capped peaks, including Manaslu, the eighth-highest mountain in the world. Machha Khola is a popular starting point for treks in the region.
Electricity
You will get a good and undisturbed facility of electricity during the trip to Nepal., you can get the facility of electricity to charge your phones and backups. However, in some cases, you may have to face the problem of load-shedding and technical problems. The guesthouses may charge you some amount to charge your devices in remote areas trekking. There won’t be an electricity heating system in the mountain while doing trekking.
Drinking Water
Drinking water must be pure, safe and contamination-free. You can get bottled or purified drinking water during the trip even in the mountain which is very safe for you to drink. The majority of the people who make trekking or adventure trips in the mountains go with boiled water which is prepared by the local lodges/guesthouses on the trail which is the best way to keep you safe from contaminated water. However, some people carry water purifying ingredients and they apply it to the drinking water and they drink it. But, don’t try to drink the water from the Local River, stream and taps. The bottled water you can buy along the trek in the guesthouse.
Communication
You can enjoy excellent facility of communication in Kathmandu and in other major cities like Chitwan, Pokhara, Nagarkot and Lumbini. However, in case of trekking trip in mountain, you may not be able to have such kind of facility like in the cities. But, most of the local teahouses/lodges/ guesthouses/ hotels on the trail will offer you the facility of Wi-fi. Sometimes, you get it for free and sometimes, you may have to pay like Rs.100-200 per device for the installation of Wi-fi during the trip in the mountain.
Trek Ends
Your journey typically ends at Dharapani. Dharapani is where the Annapurna Circuit route intersects with the Manaslu Circuit. The Manaslu Circuit Trek is a breathtaking journey around the eighth-highest mountain in the world, Mount Manaslu. Along the way, trekkers pass through remote villages, lush forests, high mountain passes, and Tibetan Buddhist monasteries, experiencing the rich culture and stunning scenery of the region
Finally, you will drive back from Dharapani to Besishahar with a jeep.
Feedback
You can give feedback on the trek/trip you have undertaken at the end of Kathmandu. You can visit our office or you can do it in the farewell dinner we organize. Your feedback about the trip will always be taken positively. We need it to grow and sharpen our services and facilities in the coming days.
If you cannot attend the farewell dinner at the end of the trip in Kathmandu or you don’t have time to visit our office, you can write your feedback on the trip advisor page which will be more reliable and public.
Trek Extra Personal Expenses
ow prodigal you are? Your trek extra personal expenses depend on it. If you love doing extra expenses on the trip, you will go to topics like alcoholic drinks, extra tea or coffee apart from the meal, tipping, some minor donations, extra snacks on the trail, some urgent personal stuff like clothing or any other equipment you immediately require on the trip in case it gets damaged or stop functioning. And, at the end of the trek, you have to give some tips to your trekking crew. For this, you have to allocate some dollars or Nepali currency.
Typical Day
The typical trip day begins with a good breakfast. You will have breakfast at around 7-8 am and begin the day after it. Then, you will have to work/walk for 3-4 hours after breakfast and you will stop for lunch. The lunchtime will be around an hour. You will order your lunch item and the restaurant/hotel/teahouse will cook for you. Sometimes, you may have to wait for some time if the restaurant or hotel is crowded. You can find the item you want in the menu prepared by the local lodge/restaurant/hotel. If you are vegetarian, no worries, you can still find the ways.
After lunch, you will resume your work/trek/trip again and end it in the after like around 3-4 pm. After that, you will check in the hotel/guesthouse/teahouse and get refreshed. Take rest, change clothing and go for dinner at around 6-7 pm. Your leader will help you to order the meals you like. At the dinner, your leader will share the important information for the next day’s trip and you can raise the question regarding it. The leader will orient you on what to wear, how to walk, what to carry and where to eat. Follow the instructions from the guide/leader very well.
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Trekking Packing/Checklist List
When preparing for a trekking trip in Nepal, it’s essential to have the right equipment and packing list to ensure your safety and comfort to complete your mission. You will need to pack smart and light. This packing list doesn’t mean you need to pack everything listed here. This list is a guideline, and your final list will depend on your preferences and judgment. Follow as per your personal needs and preferences by taking this as a reference. Here’s a comprehensive list of items you should consider: Please click Trekking equipment list .
Booking, Cancellation and Refund
If you want to book the trip featured by us, you require settling the 25 % payment of total trip cost. However, if you are in rush and instantly plan your trip to Nepal, then, you can make the trip payment by visiting our office in Nepal as well but we need a confirmation email prior to it.
In case you cannot do the booked trip in the timeframe you wanted for some reasons, you have the right to postpone it. Even if you cannot do the trip after the postponement, you can transfer the same trip or other in exchange to your family, relatives and friends.
But for Everest Base Camp Trek or other any trip in Everest region, the cancellation must be made 2 months prior as we have already booked the accommodation, transportation and domestic flights in order to make your trip more consistent and convenient.
But, sorry to state that no refund will be made for the exchange of booked trip with us. We are ready to wait for months and years for your right time to do the booked trip in Nepal. Be confident that we won’t spoil your booked trip.
Travel insurance
Travel Insurance is a must thing to fix before the departure for a particular trip. In case you face sudden and unpleasant incident during the trip, you may need recue evacuation and medical expenses. For that, you must have travel insurance. Actually, life is more important than your trip. As long as you have life, you have everything. So that, have a authentic travel insurance that covers all rescue evacuation and medication expenses in case you have got some nasty accidents during the trip.
If you have got some idea about travel insurance and the companies who do travel insurance for you, you can go with them, otherwise, you can search on Google and will easily get the travel insurance companies who will help you doing insurance for your trip.
Hot Shower
Actually, a warm or hot shower makes you refresh and offers you new energy during the trip and it in very necessary. If you are travelling in the city area in Nepal, you will easily get the facility of hot shower. But, if you are making a trip in mountain, it may be difficult to get hot shower during the trip. However, local lodge and guesthouse will offer you bucket shower with warm water or they will provide hot shower with cooking gas. If you want to do enjoy the hotel shower in the mountain, you can ask the local lodge owner to manage it for you and they will charge some money like Rs. 300-500 per individual.
Why Manaslu Circuit Trek with Haven Holidays?
Departure
After farewell dinner with our team and the important feedback session, we will comfortably drop you to the Tribhuvan International Airport and to any other destination you want for your exit to your homeland or for the commencement of another trip. After we drop you to the destination you prefer, you can catch up your international flight and another trip you want. We wish you a very wonderful time ahead.