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Manaslu Circuit Trek | Remote Trails & Tibetan Culture
Overview
The Manaslu Circuit Trek is a secluded Himalayan journey through Nepal’s restricted area, blending dramatic landscapes with Tibetan Buddhist culture. Traverse lush valleys, high-altitude deserts, and the challenging Larkya La Pass while staying in traditional teahouses.
FAQs
Q: Is a guide mandatory for the Manaslu Trek?
A: Yes! It’s a restricted area; solo trekking is prohibited.
Q: How cold does it get at Dharamsala?
A: Night temperatures can drop to -10°C (14°F); pack a -15°C sleeping bag.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,400m)
- Activities: Airport pickup, hotel check-in, trek briefing, and welcome dinner.
- SEO Focus: Kathmandu arrival, Manaslu trek preparation.
Day 2: Kathmandu Cultural Tour
- Activities: Visit UNESCO sites (Boudhanath Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple).
- Key Sights: Sacred Hindu and Buddhist landmarks.
Day 3: Drive to Soti Khola (710m)
- Activities: 8–9-hour scenic drive through the Trishuli River Valley.
- Key Sights: Terraced farms, rural Nepali life.
Day 4: Trek to Machha Khola (930m)
- Distance: 14 km (6-7 hours)
- Activities: Follow the Budi Gandaki River; cross suspension bridges.
Day 5: Trek to Jagat (1,340m)
- Distance: 18 km (7-8 hours)
- Activities: Enter the Manaslu Conservation Area; ascend through subtropical forests.
- Key Sights: Waterfalls, terraced fields.
Day 6: Jagat to Deng (1,860m)
- Distance: 20 km (7-8 hours)
- Activities: Pass Tibetan-influenced villages; cross the Deng River.
Day 7: Deng to Namrung (2,630m)
- Distance: 19 km (6-7 hours)
- Activities: Traverse dense forests; first views of Manaslu.
- Key Sights: Traditional stone houses, prayer flags.
Day 8: Namrung to Lho Village (3,180m)
- Distance: 10 km (4-5 hours)
- Activities: Visit Ribung Gompa; panoramic views of Manaslu North.
Day 9: Lho to Samagaon (3,530m)
- Distance: 8 km (3-4 hours)
- Activities: Explore Samagaon Monastery and Pungen Glacier.
- Key Sights: Manaslu Base Camp trail viewpoint.
Day 10: Acclimatization in Samagaon
- Activities: Hike to Birendra Lake or Manaslu Base Camp (4,400m).
- Key Sights: High-altitude acclimatization tips.
Day 11: Samagaon to Samdo (3,860m)
- Distance: 8 km (3-4 hours)
- Activities: Ascend through juniper forests and yak pastures.
- Key Sights: Tibetan border views.
Day 12: Samdo to Dharamsala (4,460m)
- Distance: 6 km (3-4 hours)
- Activities: Short hike to prepare for Larkya La Pass.
Day 13: Cross Larkya La Pass (5,106m) to Bimthang (3,720m)
- Distance: 22 km (8-10 hours)
- Activities: Pre-dawn climb over the pass; descend to Bimthang Valley.
- Key Challenge: Steep ascent/descent; views of Himlung Himal and Cheo Himal.
Day 14: Bimthang to Dharapani (1,860m)
- Distance: 25 km (7-8 hours)
- Activities: Walk through rhododendron forests; join the Annapurna Circuit trail.
Day 15: Drive to Kathmandu via Besi Sahar
- Activities: 10–12-hour drive; farewell dinner in Kathmandu.
What's included
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Transportation: Kathmandu ↔ Soti Khola (by local bus)
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Transportation: Dharapani ↔ Besisahar ↔ Kathmandu (by jeep/bus)
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Trekking permits:
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Manaslu Restricted Area Permit (RAP)
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Manaslu Conservation Area Permit (MCAP)
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Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP)
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Licensed, English-speaking trekking guide
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Porter service (1 porter for 2 trekkers)
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All meals during the trek (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
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Teahouse accommodation on the trail
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Insurance, meals, and salary for guide and porter
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Government taxes and agency service fees
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First aid kit and necessary safety gear
What's not included
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International flights to/from Nepal
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Nepal visa fees
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Extra hotel nights in Kathmandu before/after a trek
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Travel insurance (must cover high-altitude trekking and evacuation)
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Personal expenses: snacks, beverages, Wi-Fi, charging, hot showers
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Personal trekking gear (available for rent in Kathmandu)
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Tips for guide and porter (customary and appreciated)
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