Trip Info
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Hotels in Kathmandu and in best available local lodges on treks
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At Larkya la Pass at 5,106 m / 16, 752 feet
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12 Nights & 13 Days with drives both ways
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Nepal Far North Mid-West around Gorkha district to Manang area
Highlights
- Manaslu is a fresh new destination for outside visitors, it is less frequented than other popular trails of Annapurna and Everest.
- Manaslu Circuit offers an amazing traditional culture of Buddhist heritage in the backdrop of surrounding majestic mountain scenery.
- Incredible stunning views on daily walks enclosed by an array of Manaslu Himalayan peaks.
- Enjoy the challenges climb on the steep slopes towards Larke-La Pass at 5,106 m/16,929 ft. The highest point of the adventures.
- Relax and experience the vista in the comfort of nice authentic Tea-Houses en route to your designated overnight destinations.
- Adventure on the off-the beaten path towards high Larke-La Pass and descent to Dharapani. Walking through a lovely green forest of pines, oaks, and rhododendrons trees.
Overview
Manaslu Circuit Trek takes you around the beautiful picturesque high valley around Nepal’s North Mid-West. Starting the adventure from the district of Gorkha and ends at Dharapani in Manang district.
The full circuit around Manaslu from Machha Khola to Dharapani Village is approx.177 km or 110 miles walking distance.
The trek leads to various exciting local cultures along with scenic views of landscapes and towering snow peaks.
Since it was open for outside visitors from 1991, Manaslu Circuit trek is gaining popularity among mass flow of trekkers. As well as for Mt. Manaslu Mountaineering Expedition, an exclusive climbing adventure. To the top of the world’s 8th highest peak at 8,163 m / 26,781 feet high.
Manaslu Circuit is an ideal moderate to adventurous trek for all people who are physically fit and in sound health. Manaslu Circuit Trek of 2 weeks from arrival to final departures in Nepal. The cost of the packages depends upon the group size and standard of services. Includes special permits for Restricted Area with MCA
(Manaslu Conservation Area) and ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Project).
A great way to experience the Manaslu Circuit is with expert guides and staff who know the area in-depth. Although Manaslu Circuit is gaining much popularity among trekkers, due to its remote and scenic location, visitors can still enjoy a wide range of delightful moments from the start to the end of the adventure.
Manaslu Circuit Trekking begins with an exciting long drive from Kathmandu heading Mid-West, following the main highway and then reaching mid-hills. Finally reaching the first overnight at Soti-Khola, where the adventure begins, leaving low sub-tropical heavily farmed areas. The trek progresses towards high cooler hills around lovely villages of Jagat, Philim, and Namrung, entering a region steeped in Buddhist culture.
The walk leads to the heart of the scenic Manaslu Valley, facing majestic views of Mt. Manaslu, Sringi, and Bauddha Himal. An array of snow-clad peaks grace the views throughout the walks from Lho-Gaon onwards.
Walking around the traditional villages of Lho and Sama-Gaon allows time to explore the local immense age-old heritage, customs, and culture.
The adventure heads further north-west from the last village of Samdo, where a walk leads to the bottom of Larke-La Pass. A small settlement with few lodges for travelers marks the final overnight around the Gorkha and Manaslu region. Next, an early morning climb tackles Larke-La Pass, a high point festooned with prayer flags at 5,106 meters.
Enjoy the breathtaking panorama of surrounding snow mountains that encircle the pass, facing views of the Manaslu Himalaya range extending towards Annapurna and Damodar Himal. From the top, a long descent leads back into an enchanting forest reaching Bhimthang.
Located within the Manang area, the adventure carries on heading downhill to Tilje and then reaching the end of the walk at Dharapani, a lovely village located on the road-head of the famous Annapurna and Manaslu Circuit trail.
From Dharapani, spend the last night nestled in the high hills of the Manaslu Himalaya range. Then, a long overland journey takes you back to Kathmandu, concluding your wonderful Manaslu Circuit Trekking adventure.
Manaslu Circuit Trek is one of the most popular trekking destinations after Annapurna, Everest and Langtang Himal regions. Manaslu Himal range covers scenic high valleys and lovely traditional villages, making Manaslu circuit a unique adventure. The Upper Manaslu Valley from Deng onwards is enriched with a colorful culture of age-old Buddhist heritages. The custom and traditional way of living is similar to their Tibetan predecessors. Manaslu Circuit falls on the ancient salt trade route of Nepal and Tibet. A caravan of mules and yaks loaded with goods from both fronts passed through the high scenic Manaslu Valley.
Manaslu Circuit Trek is also less crowded than other mainstream trekking routes of the Annapurna and Everest regions. The reason for fewer trekkers than other popular adventure routes, is that Manaslu falls within the restricted area.
In the past decades it was a forbidden country of Upper Manaslu Valley.
But from 1991 it flung its door open for outside visitors to explore its hidden treasures. Likewise, the spectacular scenery of staggering snow-capped peaks, local immense culture and amazing landscapes.
Trekkers will be delighted to experience sudden changes of landscapes on daily walks, including the difference of climate. From low warm areas of Machha Khola to cooler alpine green hills with arctic cold of high Larke-La Pass.
Manaslu Circuit Trek is truly an amazing adventure where trekkers can enjoy the beautiful scenery, culture around authentic traditional villages.
This remote wilderness adventure is loaded with excitement from picturesque vista of high mountains, scenic valleys with lovely forested trails.
As the trek progresses, reaching the highest point of the adventure at Larke-La Pass 5,106 m/16,929 ft.
On reaching Kathmandu, Nepal international airport, you will be received by our staff and guides for a short transfer to your hotel. Located in the hub of Kathmandu city, around the Thamel area, is the most interesting and exciting place for all your needs and requirements.
After checking into rooms and getting refreshed, join with other members of the Larke Peak Climb and the Manaslu Circuit for a briefing provided by our guide or leader. Evening enjoy group dinner in a nice, authentic Nepalese restaurant with a live cultural program to entertain you with dinner.
Larke Peak climb and Manaslu Circuit adventure with an early morning drive to Nepal Midwest. The overland journey leads on the main Nepal highway past interesting towns and farm villages to Arughat. Entering around the Gorkha district, the drive follows the Buri-Gandaki River upstream within warm-low areas of paddy fields and terraces to Soti-Khola. From here, the journey continues for another short hour past the cultivated terraces of Lapbesi upper village.
Then the drive descends to a wide, sandy riverbed following a trail that meanders below a steep, craggy valley side. Finally, the journey ends on reaching
Machha Khola for an overnight stop. This village, with some tea shops and a small lodge, is Machha Khola, which means a Fish Stream.
Adventure starts from Machha-Khola village, a morning walk leads past interesting farm villages. Heading through cultivated crop fields, the trek leads towards Machha Khola (Fish stream). As the name of the village, the walk follows upstream to Khola-Besi village at Tatopani, a place with a natural 'hot spring'.
Time permitting, enjoy a warm, refreshing bath and continue walking to Dovan for lunch. Afternoon trek follows through a wide field to Lauri stream, crossing a bridge and then climbing to a high ridge. From here down to Yara Khola and then an hour climb to Jagat village for an overnight stop. Jagat is a nice farm village with many nice, simple lodges with shops and stores.
It is also the entry point of the Restricted Area to Upper Manaslu, where all permits are checked and registered.
From Jagat, a morning walk leads to higher areas past scattered farm villages with a short climb and a downhill. Then cross over a bridge to reach Nagjet and Philim, a large village with spread-out farmhouses. After Philim, our route takes you through farm terraces of golden fields of wheat and barley. As the trail climbs on a rocky ridge top amidst a bamboo forest. A slow and steady walk reaches our overnight stop at Deng village.
After a pleasant stop in Deng, a morning walk leads to a cooler region as altitude gains, entering into a nice forest of pine and rhododendron on reaching higher areas, and then with a short downhill to a river at Bihi Bazaar, a small village by the riverside. From Bihi, the walk follows the Buri Gandaki River, then crosses a river, enters a small farm village, and passes cultivated farm fields of barley, wheat, and millets. Slowly the day ends at Namrung village with the first close views of Mt. Manaslu North Face and adjoining peaks.
From here onward encountering villages of strong Tibetan influence with similar Buddhist culture and traditional life within high Manaslu Valley.
After an overnight stop at Namrung, walk to more farm fields within the yak herder huts and shelters. In the Manaslu valley, people are engaged in farming during the summer. From here, walk to a high and scenic valley all the way to Lo Gaon for an overnight stop, one of the nicest villages within Manaslu valley.
At Lho enjoy close views of the towering Manaslu North Face, at Lo-Gaon visit its monastery with numerous Chorten and Mani walls including views of Ganesh Himal towards the east.
From Lo-Gaon into a wide valley and on the main trail of the Manaslu circuit, a walk continues through a scenic valley. After Lo-Gaon, vegetation changes and tree lines fade for a few short juniper bushes and some willow trees.
The walk leads on a nice path with views of snow-peaks and then finally ends the day's walk on reaching Sama-Gaon for an overnight stop, a large and one of the main villages of the Upper Manaslu areas, where the route leads to Manaslu base camp and Larke-la pass as well onwards to the Tibet border.
Rest day at Sama-Gaon village to support acclimatization before heading to higher terrain around Larke-la Pass, with a free day with time to explore nice and scenic areas, as well as visit the old Buddhist Monastery.
After a good rest at Sama-Gaon, morning starts heading west on the windswept terrain. It takes about five hours of good walking towards the last village of Gorkha and Manaslu valley at Samdo.
The morning begins with a slow climb as elevation gains gradually, one can feel the touch of dry air. It makes the walking slower, treading slowly, and taking time to enjoy the surrounding beautiful scenery.
The walk continues, then slowly reaches Samdo village, after a short climb on a small plateau. Samdo village is located, a moderate-sized village of more than forty houses. About two hundred people live in this high, harsh country.
On arrival transfer into a nice simple lodge for an overnight halt, have time to marvel at the surrounding majestic peaks.
One of the shortest day hikes, the morning walk leads towards the end of Manaslu valley. A pleasant, scenic walk facing views of the towering Mt. Manaslu range of peaks. Manaslu is also called Kutang by the native of Manaslu, the name comes from the Tibetan language. It means a flourishing land and a good grazing pasture fields for the yaks and cattle. The walk continues crossing a few icy streams to reach Larke Phedi, at the bottom of Larke-La Pass, also known as Dharmasala (rest house or shelter for travelers). Reaching for lunch and last overnight stop around Gorkha and Manaslu Valley.
Today is the longest hour of trekking, from Dharmasala the morning walks lead to a climb. Treading slowly over a moraine of rocks and boulders, the route heads north close to Larke glacier. Having a short rest, enjoy the views of Cho Danda and Larke Peak. The adventure continues with gradual ups, then reaching the top of Larke-La Pass. The pass is adorned with thousands of colorful Buddhist prayer flags. From the pass enjoy the panorama of Himlung, Cheo Himal, Kang Guru, and Annapurna-II with the Manaslu range of peaks.
From Larke-La Pass, a long descent takes you to Larcia, and then walk further to the ridge of Tambuche. On reaching the opposite base of the Larke pass, reaching around Manang district amidst lush green forest. An hour or more hike brings you Bhimthang for an overnight stop. After a long, toughest day of the adventure, transfer to a nice lodge. Bhimthang is a lovely settlement, located on a green meadow with several good lodges. The area is festooned with Mani Prayer walls, in the midst of tall rhododendron-pines and oaks trees.
After a pleasant overnight stop at Bhimthang. Another long day walks to end the trek at Dharapani Village. Starting early with breakfast, the trail is more or less downhill with short climbs. The morning walk starts with a gradual trail through dense forest towards Gho. Possible lunch stops, a small cattle and yak herders' summer pasture with temporary settlement. From here, downhill for a few hours to Tilje, located on the upper side of Masrsyangdi River.
After a short rest a short path to the finishing point of the Manaslu Circuit. The walk is pleasant with a short climb over a suspension bridge. Then, finally, the trek ends on reaching Dharapani village. Located on the junction of the popular Annapurna and Manaslu Circuit routes. Reaching Dharapani for an overnight stop and the end of our adventure before an exciting drive back to Kathmandu.
After a good early breakfast, enjoy the final adventure driving towards Kathmandu. The jeep or similar vehicle leads downhill towards low and warm foothills. The lower areas are steeped with villages and paddy terraced fields as the drive follows the Masrsyangdi River to Bhesishar.
A large town and the headquarters of Lamjung district, from here the drive gets better on the good road. Then join the main highway to Kathmandu as you reach the Trisuli River at Mugling Bazaar, then on the winding, busy road. The ride heads uphill towards Kathmandu city and the valley, after an interesting overland journey of more than 10 hours. Finally, the adventure concludes on reaching the hustle and bustle of the city life of Kathmandu. On arrival, transfer to your respective hotels for the last dinner and overnight in Nepal.
As time for your international flight departures, our guide and staff transfers you to the airport. After a great adventure of a lifetime experience on Manaslu Circuit trek.
Manaslu Circuit Trek Package (Cost 2026/27)
Cost Includes
- Airport pick up, drop by private vehicles.
- 03 night’s standard twin- sharing accommodation in a 3 star hotel in Kathmandu.
- 12 nights twin sharing accommodation during trek.
- Guided sightseeing tours with private vehicle in Kathmandu. (Entrance Fee Extra)
- Local Transportation Jeep/ Bus Kathmandu –Soti Khola & returning back to Kathmandu.
- (If you want both ways private vehicle also available on additional cost).
- Three meals a day, Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Tea/ Coffee in during the meals time.
- MACP/ ACAP & Manaslu special trekking permit cost as well.
- One highly experienced, helpful and friendly license holder guide. His food, accommodation, salary, equipment and accident insurance for all staff.
- Welcoming Dinner in a traditional Nepali restaurant with culture performance.
- Four seasonal sleeping bag. (if necessary)
- Company Duffle Bag, T- shirt.
- A self-sufficient medical first aid Kit containing vital medications.
- Company branded 01 water bottle.
- Local taxes.
Cost Excludes
- All kind of beverage.
- Dinner and Lunch in Kathmandu.
- Porter Service, Do you need a porter? Ask to our trek expert.
- Personal travel and health insurance, insurance for helicopter evacuation.
- Tipping to staffs.
- Personal mountaineering gears
- Optional trips if extended
- International airfare.
- Visa fee, you obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport Kathmandu.
- Extra expenses due to flight delays, strikes, weather condition or any event out our control.
Best Time to Trek
Trekkers can choose the best seasons of the year for this wonderful trekking. Travelers can enjoy Manaslu Circuit Trekking around the year except the summer and Monsoon, including the winter time.
AUTUMN / FALL Autumn (peak season):
Autumn/Fall is a peak time for trekking around the Himalayas, as well as for various adventures. Including Manaslu Circuit Trekking, autumn or fall begins from September and lasts till November. An enjoyable time for clear views and pleasant walks, but days are short and get dark soon by 5:30 p.m. Morning and late afternoon till nighttime are cold and can expect light snowfall sometimes.
Especially from Namrung onwards to Bhimthang after Larke-La Pass.
Nevertheless, it is an enjoyable season. Full of sunshine with clear fine day,
but it gets dark soon. During autumn with late sunrise from 6 p.m. and sunsets by
6 p.m.
SPRING (the second best time):
The spring season begins from March and ends in May, a lively and high season for trekking and various adventures. Including Manaslu Circuit Trekking, spring season when wildflowers are in blooming times. Especially rhododendrons of various species and colors, it is also the national flower. Spring time when days are much longer with sunlight hours from early 5:30 a.m. till late 6 p.m. It allows trekkers to cover longer distances before the sunset by late afternoon. Morning is much colder, depending upon the elevation, as well as late afternoon till nighttime. Can get cloudy during the afternoon with a cold wind-chill factor, expect light snow fall above 3,000 meters. While it might rain below 2,000 meters, nevertheless it is a wonderful season for Manaslu Circuit Trek.
Winter (harsh weather but possible):
Winter is a low time for adventures around the Himalayas, where days are shorter and gets dark soon. But possible for trekking during the winter, despite the harsh cold weather. The advantage of trekking in winter with less crowd of trekkers to encounter. Freezing cold morning with late sunrise and early sunsets, whereas most days are sunny. Can expect heavy snowfall sometimes, most of the lodges and Tea House will be closed during winter. As the locals will migrate to lower warm areas to escape the harsh cold winter. Chances of few lodges might be
available during the winter time.
Monsoon/Summer (not recommended):
Summer and monsoon season starts from early month of June and last till
August. This summer and monsoon is not recommendable for trekking around the high and remote Himalayan regions. Including Manaslu Circuit, most days are overcast with dark clouds and mist. Especially around mid-hills and lower warmer regions below 2,000 meters. It gets heavy rains, most of the time and trails will be washed and chances of landslides and rock fall. The motorable road to Machha Khola and Dharapani to Bhesishar might be closed during this wet season.
The temperature ranges:
The temperatures range seasonal wise. In spring it will be a minimum of +5 degree Celsius above 2,500 meters. Maximum of 18 to 25 degrees Celsius during the day time. Around higher altitude above 3,000 meters the UV will be strong due to thin air, trekker’s need sunglasses and sun screen. Can be quite windy during the afternoon till sunset.
In autumn or fall the temperatures will be perfect of minimum +5 degree Celsius and maximum of 15 to 20 degree Celsius. Late sunrise and early sunsets, gets dark soon with limited hours of sunlight. But most days are bright and clear for views and walks, chances of snow fall above 3,000 meters sometimes.
Required Permits for Manslu Circuit Treks
Manaslu Restricted Area Permit:
The upper Manaslu from Jagat Village falls within restricted areas of Nepal.
Where all foreign travelers require a special permit as per the itinerary days.
Besides RAP, MCAP is required (Manaslu Conservation Area Project).
Manaslu region and its pristine environment is protected by MCAP.
All trekkers are required to purchase the entrance ticket for MCAP.
Similarly, ACAP entrance permit is required as Manaslu Circuit ends at Dharapani in Manang areas. After crossing the high Larke-La Pass where ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Project) fee is required.
The cost varies according seasons:
For all foreign trekkers it is approx. NRS 3,000 per person for MCAP and ACAP.
For SAARC (South Asia Area Regional Cooperation the price is slightly lower).
For RAP permits are issued by the Ministry of Tourism and MCAP, ACAP is issued from the concerned department of Manaslu and Annapurna Area Projects.
EQUIPMENT LIST FOR MANASLU CIRCUIT TREKKING
For Manaslu Circuit Trek the company provides the following equipment list.
If it’s much to carry from home, necessary equipment can be hired or purchased in Kathmandu. The equipment provided is general lists for all seasons.
Clothing items:
Head Gear:
Sun hat or scarf. Light balaclava or warm fleece head gear. Sun glasses and snow goggles with UV protection.
For Lower Body:
Under Garments. Hiking shorts. During late spring and early autumn.
Lightweight cotton long pants. Thermal inner garment for winter.
Fleece or wool pants (seasonal). Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell pants.
For Feet:
Thin, lightweight inner socks. Thick, warm wool hiking socks. Hiking boots with
spare laces. Camp shoes (sneakers and/or sandals). Gaiters for hiking in winter.
For Upper Body:
T-shirts, Light and expedition weight thermal tops. Fleece jacket or pullover.
Fleece Wind-Stopper jacket (optional). Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric). shell jacket. Down vest and/or jacket if not included in trip cost.
For Hands:
Lightweight gloves. Heavyweight gloves or mittens with a waterproof shell outer (seasonal).
Gear:
Sleeping bag rated to zero DC (4 seasons down sleeping bags) if not included in the trip cost. Headlamp (e.g. Pletzl Zoom) with spare bulbs and batteries.
Trekking Bags/Duffel bag if not included in the trip cost. Down jacket and fleece.
For Personal Hygiene:
Wet wipes (baby wipes) Tissue /toilet roll. Anti-bacterial hands wash.
Other Accessories:
Basic First Aid Kit for personal use. Large plastic bags-for keeping items dry inside your kit / duffel bag. Daypack (approximately 2500 to 3000 cubic inches
or10-15 liters/kgs capacity). Trekking Poles (optional).
Water bottle (2) or cameo bag.
Toiletries:
Toiletries (Small wash towel, Toilet papers etc.) Ear Plug (who knows some people in the group are snoring) as optional.
1 medium sized quick drying towel. Tooth brush/paste (preferably biodegradable). Multipurpose soaps (preferably biodegradable). Deodorants.
Nail clippers. Face and body moisturizer. Feminine hygiene products.
Small mirror. Sun block during hot days, higher altitude with strong UV.
Documents:
Carry all your important documents like a valid passport with duration of visa from arrival to departure. Necessary document Travel and Medical Insurance and health certificates. PP size photos required to obtain permits and conservation entry tickets.
Optional items:
Extra Luxuries as optional:
Trekking/ Ski poles, Binoculars. Reading books. Trail Map/Guide book. Journal & Pen. Laptop. Pen and small notebooks. Travel games i.e. chess, backgammon, and scrabble.
Accommodation & Food
Tea houses, Lodges and Guest House:
From Machha-Khola onwards to Jagat to Sama-Gaon the accommodations are simple, nice, and cozy. Most lodge or guest houses provide rooms with common toilets and baths till Dharapani village. Extra charge for using hot shower or bathe.
Meals:
Most Tea Houses and lodges offer a large dining room with a warm environment. Provides pot belly stoves to keep the room heated.
The foods are good, the smaller village with few lodges has a limited food menu and serves seasonal vegetables. Jagat, Namrung to Sama-Gaon, and Dharapani provide a comprehensive food menu with Continental, Chinese, Mexican, Indian, Nepali, and Tibetan. Some big village lodge restaurants serve fresh bakery products as well.
Electricity:
Nearly all villages have hydropower for electricity, some smaller village lodges run electricity by solar power. To recharge electronic items, the lodge charges a fee for each item. At Dharmasala or Larke Phedi in the high season it can get crowded. Where guest houses are few. Some trekkers have to spend overnight in tents but it is nice and cozy, remember to carry your sleeping bags with a liner.
Wi-Fi availability:
All lodges around the main big villages provide Wi-Fi and internet access.
But in some areas it is slow and gets disturbed due to bad weather and in deep valleys. Surrounded by high rocky cliffs and snow mountains. The best for Wi-Fi and telecom facilities are Jagat, Namrung, Lho and Sama Gaon.
Including Dharapani after Larke-La Pass. Some lodges charge for use of Wi-Fi or the internet.
Safety & Guide Information:
For all adventures around the Himalayas, the company provides expert and professional guides.
Altitude safety:
Most trekkers are aware of walking on high altitude, our guide who have done basic medical courses and First Aid. The guide will brief you every evening during dinner time of the rise in altitude with safety measures and precaution.
Emergency evacuation:
All guides are well trained in safety measures, in case of unfortunate severe sickness due to high altitude. Which is known as AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness).
As well as with sudden accidents with bad wounds or fractured legs or body parts.
Depending upon the seriousness of the victim or patient, an emergency evacuation is required immediately. Either carry the sick down to safe height and transfer into a vehicle. For fast and safe Helicopter service is needed to bring the patient back to Kathmandu and admit in a good hospital. For all extra expenses incurred the client’s needs to bear. Which is to be claimed from your medical insurance back home.
Guide experience:
All guides and staff are well trained with safety measures and precautions where needed. The company always allocates an experienced guide who can take care of sudden unfortunate accidents of illness or altitude sickness. The guide is well versed in Eco Trekking and Responsible Tourism, including history, culture, flora and fauna of the Himalayas.
Communication:
All clients from different nationalities can communicate with our guides and staff. Mainly in English and Hindi languages, for other foreign languages like German, French, Russian, Spanish, Japanese, Chinese and Korean. The company will provide a special guide for respective foreign languages on request.
Around Nepal and in the mountainous regions, telecommunication is available.
But some places the tele-communication can get disturbed and not in function, depending on the weather and terrains.
Frequently Asked Questions
The walking trails are well maintained by each village community, the only hard is climbing on steep uphill for some hours for some days. Around Manaslu valley from Lo-Gaon onwards the walks are pleasant, with few short ups and downs, more or less walking on a gradual winding trail.
But on the day of crossing high Larke-La pass, where path leads to steep climb for 2-3 hours till you reach the top of Larke-La pass at 5,106 m and 16,752 feet high.
From the pass a long descent to overnight stop at Bhimphedi/Bhimthang, and then on gradual descent with a few short climbs to end the trek at Dharapani village within Manang area and taking a drive back to Kathmandu.
The Manaslu Circuit, requires expert guide approved and government registered As for the porters depends upon number of people and size of a group. Normally for two people a guide and porter to accompany, for more than
4-6 persons, one head guide, and assistant guide with 2-3 porters to carry the baggage. The number of guides and porters increase with more than 8-10 trekkers and so on. Please note a solo or individual is not allowed, requires a minimum of 2-3 people, and should be accompanied by guide and porters.
The highest altitude is Larke-La Pass at 5,106 m/16,929 ft. The lowest point is 930 meters, the starting point of the trek at Machha Khola.
It is safe and enjoyable, the only tough thing is walking at high altitude.
But walking slowly and steady will overcome the hardest sections of the adventure. In deep snow conditions it can be unsafe and hard to find the right tracks, especially climbing to Larke-La Pass. But our expert and experienced guides will make the trek safe.
Before and after booking for Manaslu Circuit trek, one needs to engage with various exercises. Like jogging, walking up and downhill or steps, swimming,
Aerobic will be the best. As well as checking with your doctor for any medical problems. Before reaching Kathmandu for the trek.
Mt. Manaslu listed as world 8th highest mountains with series of satellite peaks with Bouddha and Himal Chuli peaks of above 7,000 m high, the main peak of Manaslu range is 8,163 m and 26, 781 feet, located Nepal Far North Mid-West Himalaya, on Old Himalaya Trans Himalaya Salt Trade and Caravan Route Trails.
At present motorable has extended till Machha-Khola beyond Arughat and Soti Khola. It saves few days of trekking, after crossing high Larke-La pass, on entering Manang area, the motorable road meets at Dharapani village at the end of the trek. Where most people take a drive back to Kathmandu or staying overnight at Bhesishar town before heading to Kathmandu.
In near future the motorable road will extend till Jagat Village.
As per the season, normally morning and late afternoon till night time it gets much cold, including in shady places away from sun-lights.
On high trekking season from March to May, the weather is fine and clear with sunny day, maximum temperatures of + 20 to + 25 degrees Celsius, minimum of - 5 to - 10 degree Celsius, especially from Sama village till Larke-La Pass.
Where the wind-chill factor adds more cold. During autumn / fall which is one of the best and high season, + 16 to + 20 degrees Celsius, minimum of - 10 to - 15 degree Celsius, especially from Sama and Samdo village till Dharapani is reached with coldest wind-chill factor on crossing Larke-La Pass. However, walking keeps you warm as well inside the cozy lodge, after ending a nice scenic trek of the day.
In the high season there are more trekkers during spring and autumn, but less trekkers compared to Annapurna and Everest regions. Due to the restricted trekking zone, where trekkers must obtain special permits to enter the high Manaslu valley. Where visitors need to pay special extra fee that makes less number of trekkers than other normal mainstream trekking destinations. At present it is getting more popular where number of trekkers have increased over the years.
