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Manaslu Luxury Trek 2024

16 Days
5 - Excellent
( Based on 3 travel reviews )
where adventure meets the comfort of nice local lodges

Manaslu Luxury Trek Highlights

  • Enjoy the glorious panorama of Manaslu, Ganesh and Annapurna Himalayas
  • Fabulous landscapes scenery of rolling green hills and towering snow peaks
  • Walk from low rich farm fields and traditional villages to arid windswept terrain
  • Explore the lovely villages of high Manaslu valley adorned with age-old culture
  • Traverse over high Larke-La pass to scenic Manang areas facing outmost views
  • Hotels in Kathmandu and in local standard to basic, simple lodges on treks.
  • Moderate to Adventurous walks
  • On top Larke-La Pass at 5,106 m / 16, 752 feet
  • Exciting drives and trekking
  • Nepal Far North Mid-West around Gorkha district to Manang area
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Manaslu Luxury Trek is our flagship package with a unique itinerary, comfortable stay, exclusive services, and luxury transportation services.

 We know that you do not like to compromise when it comes to your stay in Nepal, and we do neither. That is why the Manaslu Luxury Trek in Nepal comes with only the best services in Nepal. Manaslu Region is slowly gaining popularity as a trekking destination in Nepal.

It is, however, a little high and strenuous compared to other trekking regions in Nepal. The trek is carried out around the Manaslu Conservation Area and offers some of the incredible sights of the Manaslu Mountains and several other peaks.

The trails take one towards the exploration of the cultural and natural phenomena of the Manaslu region. The region is highly appreciated for its great Nepalese Hospitality and welcoming people.

Pristine rivers follow along the trails leading to serene lakes through the lush forest is bound to fill your heart with joy and fulfillment. When topped with the luxurious services that are only available in this package, the trip defines what a lifetime memory looks like.

WHY CHOOSE THE MANASLU LUXURY TREK WITH US?

MCT understands that no trip is the same and is open to adapting accordingly. Traveling could be a headache if you do not understand the local regulations.

Utilizing our expertise and connections to all the local bodies that control traveling and touring in Nepal, we guarantee safe and sound trekking in Nepal accompanied by professional guides with well over 10 years of guiding experience. Therefore, we welcome you to Nepal. Book with us now to enjoy a lifetime experience that is bound to fill you with joy and fulfillment. We are always open for inquiries if any please feel free to contact us at info@manaslucircuittreks.com.

Detailed Itinerary

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Altitude: 1,350 m/ 4,428 feet. Overnight at 5 star deluxe Hotel in Kathmandu.
Meal Included: Welcome Dinner in a nice typical Nepalese Restaurants.

On first arrival in Kathmandu at Nepal International Airport received by our staff and guide, with warm Nepali traditional welcome. After, getting organized and then a short transfer to your hotel in the heart of Kathmandu city.

At the hotel check into your lovely rooms with refreshing rest after a jet-leg.
Then join in with other members of the group, for briefing at meeting halls or garden.
Our guide and leader will provide you with useful information regarding the trek, standard of lodge, foods and so on. If in doubt, can ask questions to make yourself at ease, after briefing enjoy the dinner in a typical Nepalese Restaurant.

Meal Included: Breakfast only. Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu.

Moring after a hearty breakfast, as per the time informed by our guide and staff our tour guide will meet. A short drive and walk in the heart of Kathmandu city, where the famous old Durbar Square located. An ancient palace and courtyard of earlier kings from Malla to former Shah Period. Interesting areas adorned with temples and old palace, as well with resident of famous Living Goddess the Kumari. Includes a temple of Kasthamandap, where Kathmandu name derived from, meaning a temple built from the wood of a single tree.

The temples and monuments of Durbar Square, listed in UNESCO World Heritage Sites. After an interesting tour, a short drive leads west of the city to another famous landmark of Nepal. The Swayambhunath Stupa of Buddhist monuments, located on a hillock, one can enjoy views of Kathmandu city and the valley.

The Stupa one of the oldest in Nepal and probably in the world of more than 2,600 years of history. After an impressive morning tour back to hotel, rest of the day preparation for the wonderful Manaslu Luxury Trek.

Altitude: 700 m/ 2,296 feet. Drive approx. 8 hours by Bus.
Overnight at Guesthouse or local lodge.

Depart for wonderful adventure Manaslu Circuit Short Trek, taking a private car, comfortable tourist standard bus, or coach. As per the size of a group, a long drive takes you beyond Kathmandu valley towards the Gorkha district.

Located Nepal Mid-West around Gandaki Zone, a country of low and mid-hills, heavily cultivated farm areas. The drive follows Nepal’s main busy highway for some hours and then diverts heading north to Arughat town.

Arughat town is situated on low farm areas close to the raging Buri Gandaki River, from here another few hours of drive on the dirt country road to Soti-Khola for an overnight halt.

Soti-Khola a small farming area slowly growing into a town, as the motorable road has been connected.

Altitude: 930 m/ 350 feet. Approx. 6-hour walk.
Overnight at Guesthouse / local lodge.

Start the first-day trek of the adventure, heading due north following the Buri Gandaki upstream. The morning walk leads to a short climb for a few hours past smaller farm villages then end the day at Machha Khola.

A moderate size farm village with a number of simple and basic lodges for an overnight stop. The name Machha Khola means a Fishing stream.

Altitude: 1,340 m/ 4,395 feet. Approx. 6 hour walk.
Overnight at Guesthouse / local lodge.

From Machha Khola, after a pleasant overnight stop, the second-day walks lead to cooler hills. On leaving the low sub-tropical heavily farmed areas, the route follows slow ups and downs. Walking through a patch of forest reaching Tatopani, a place with a natural hot spring, enjoy the refreshing bathing as time permits.

Walk to Khola Besi and then to Dovan, a nice farm village for a short refreshing stop and continue the climb. As the day ends reach a nice moderate size hill village at Jagat for an overnight halt.

At Jagat, with time a short walk around to observe the local cultures, a blend of Hindu and Buddhism religions.

Altitude: 1,625 m / 5,330 feet. Approx. 6 hours walk.
Overnight at Guesthouse / Lodge-Tea House.

After a pleasant time at Jagat, from here onwards starts the Restricted Area of Upper Manaslu.

Where all foreign visitors need to obtain a special permit to enter Upper Manaslu till Dharapani villages if reached. The walk leads to climbing and then crossing a bridge to Nagjet and Philim villages, a lovely farm area.

As route leads past the neatly tended farm terraces reaching a cool shade of the forest on reaching Deng.

From here onwards into strong Buddhism culture, as walk follows higher past the village of Deng. Slowly the long day trek comes to an end on reaching a small village of Pewa, for an overnight stop.

Altitude: 2,630 m. / 8,626 ft. Approx. 6 hours walk.
Overnight at Guesthouse / Lodge-Tea House.

From the small village of Pewa, the climb leads to a forested ridge lined with tall rhododendron, pine, and fir trees.

A slow and steady downhill to Bhi Bazaar, situated near the riverside, after a pleasant stop. The walk continues heading towards farm areas with nice cultivated terraces of millets and barley and then reaching Namrung. After checking into the best available lodge, enjoy the grand views of Mt. Manaslu North Face with an array of peaks.

Altitude: 2,957 m / 9,698 ft. Approx. 4 hours walks.
Overnight at Guesthouse / Lodge.
Meal Included: Breakfast. Lunch & Dinner.

Adventure today leads into the high Manaslu valley on entering one of the prettiest and charming village of Lho Gaon. Having goof breakfast, then setting off for the long enjoyable scenic trek to Lho-Gaon. As walk follows to a slow gradual climb, and within cool shade of forest lined with pine and rhododendron trees.

Trek heads high above the Buri Gandaki River, and then on winding up past few summer settlements of cattle herder. Then finally ending the enjoyable pleasant day walk on reaching at nice large village of Lho-Gaon.

Lo-Gaon is a beautiful village within the shadow of majestic Mt. Manaslu with a contrast of green forest and white snow peaks. Enjoy the picturesque scenery of wonderful landscapes and snow peaks.

Altitude: 3,530 m/ 11, 582 feet. Approx. 7 hours walk.
Overnight at Guesthouse / Lodge-Tea House.

Enjoy the morning picturesque scenery of wonderful landscapes and snow peaks, as the walk continues heading due west.

Adventure follows on gradual uphill trail around Upper Manaslu through a number of farm villages and Yak herder camps. An interesting walk on high Manaslu valley, enclosed by high rocky cliff and snow peaks.

The view of Mt. Manaslu and Sringi Himal remains constant for some hours as walk finally comes to an end on reaching at Sama-Gaon.

Sama-Gaon, the main village of high Manaslu valley as well one of the highlights of the adventure. Check into a nice lodge, with time to browse around the village and witness the local fascinating culture of Buddhism.

Overnight at Guesthouse / Lodge-Tea House.
Day Hike either Manaslu Base Camp, Bhirendra Tal, or Pungyen Gompa.

A free day as well to support acclimatization, a perfect height at 3,550 m for a local short hike. Several best places for interested and eager trekkers and adventurers, one can enjoy a day hike to Manaslu Base Camp.

A long full day walk of more than 6 hours both ways, the best hike is to Birendra Tal. A glacial pond on route Manaslu base camp, a walk of a few hours uphill facing grand views of Mt. Manaslu.

One can enjoy the rest day with a leisure walk exploring the village and visiting the old Pungyen Gompa.

Altitude: 3,865 m/ 12,677 feet. Approx. 4 hours walk.
Overnight at Guesthouse / Lodge-Tea House.

Adventure gets more exciting on reaching the high scenic Manaslu valley, from Sama-Gaon walk get interesting.

The route follows windswept terrain where tree lines disappear for high-altitude shrubs and bushes.

The valley gets narrow as the trek leads towards a mountainous country facing grand views of wonderful landscapes. A short half-day walk to Samdo but taking it slow due to the rise of altitude.

After a pleasant trek of some hours and then a short steep up to Samdo for lunch and overnight halt. Samdo is the last village before reaching the other side of Larke-La Pass to the Manang areas.

The village with more than forty houses with typical Tibetan style for more than two hundred inhabitants.

Rest of the afternoon explore this last village of Samdo located on route Larke-La Pass and to the Tibet border.

Altitude: 4,460 m / 14,628 feet. Approx. 4 hours walk.
Overnight at Guesthouse / Lodge-Tea House.

Walk today a short and pleasant day reaching the highest overnight stop.
The route leads to the end of Manaslu valley and the last of the Gorkha district at Dharmasala or Larke Phedi. The base of Larke-La pass from the Manaslu side of the valley, a place with few huts that serve as lodge and guest-house.

In high times, of trekking season this place is crowded with trekkers.
Where some groups have to spend on tented camps provided by the lodge owners. In the early days, it was known as Larke Bazaar, where the market was held with buyers and sellers. Merchants, and traders from across the country as far from Tibet and Manang region used to sell and exchange their products.

At Dharmasala arriving at lunchtime, and for an overnight stop.
Rest of the afternoon relax and prepare for the long day walk the next day to cross high Larke-La Pass.

Altitude: 5,106 m / 16, 752 feet at Larke-La 3, 700 m/ 12,201 feet at Bhimthang Approx. 8-hour walk. Overnight at Guesthouse / Lodge-Tea House.

The final highlight of the adventure, having a hearty breakfast and carrying pack lunch for the long day’s walk. An early start before the break of dawn, head for the climb, on the rocky gravel path above the lodge of Dharmasala.

Climb contours on winding steep uphill path, after hours of strenuous walk reaching on top of Larke-La Pass. The top is adorned with prayer flags and a signpost with the name of Pass and heights.

Every hard effort rewards you with an astonishing panorama of Manaslu and Annapurna Himalayan peaks. Includes views of Himlung, Cheo Himal, and Kang Guru, as far as Ganesh Himal Far East direction.

After a tough climb, a long downhill takes you to the other side of Phedi at Bhimthang for an overnight stop. A long descent through moraine and Larcia glacier then reach Tambuche, the base of Larke-La Pass on Manang side.

From the bottom walk to Bhimthang overnight after a long, hard day, a lovely spot amidst green forest surroundings.

Altitude: 1, 800 m / 5,904 feet. Approx. 7 hours walk.
Overnight at Guesthouse / Lodge-Tea House.

Enjoy the last final trek of the Manaslu Circuit adventure, although a long walk to end the trek at Dharapani village. But an easy pleasant downhill trek compared to the previous tough day, start early having a good breakfast.

Walk heads towards a forested path with a few short ups and down to a small settlement of Gho. After a refreshing stop, continue to walk into the cool shade of the dense forest to Tilje, a nice village above Masrsyangdi River.
Stopping at Tilje for a possible lunch break, the last phase of the walk with a short climb over a bridge. Afternoon walk to a bridge and then a short climb to our final overnight destination at Dharapani village. Located on the famous and popular Annapurna and Manaslu Circuit route, a lovely village for the last day.

Dharapani offers many good lodges with nice rooms, having a comprehensive food menu to enjoy the last day party.

Altitude: 1,350 m. / 4,428 feet at Kathmandu.
Drive approx. 8-9 hour sharing jeep or Bus. Overnight in Hotel at Kathmandu.

Final day around the Himalayan hills of Manaslu and Annapurna Himalayas, an exciting drive to Kathmandu. Having a good breakfast, board on a local vehicle, depending upon the size of a group.

A long overland journey but interesting winding downhill to low warm farm areas of Lamjung district. As drive stops for short while at Besisar, the headquarters town of Lamjung. From Besisar on a good road, then joining on the main Pokhara and Kathmandu highway at Dumre town.

Drive more than four hours from Dumre town on winding uphill to the outskirt of Kathmandu valley. Finally drive ends on reaching your hotel, arriving by late afternoon or evening time. After a most mesmerizing adventure of a lifetime experience on Manaslu luxury Trek in Nepal.

Meal Included: Breakfast Only.

Services

Includes

  • Airport pick up, drop by private vehicles.
  • 03 night’s standard twin- sharing accommodation in a 5 starts hotel in Kathmandu.
  • 12 nights twin sharing accommodation during trek. (Attached bathroom if available).
  • Guided sightseeing tours with private vehicle in Kathmandu with Entrance fee.
  • Luxury transport services such as 4WD Jeep. Kathmandu –Soti Khola & Dharapani – Kathmandu.
  • Three meals a day, Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner, Supply of mineral water during the trek/ Unlimited Tea & Coffee/ Seasonal fruits.
  • MACP & ACAP permits & Manaslu special permit as well.
  • One highly experienced, helpful and friendly license holder guide. Porter (01 Guest = 01 porter) and their food, accommodation, salary, equipment and accident insurance for all staff.
  • A designated porter to carry a couple of bed sheets from Kathmandu (Note: During poor weather conditions, the Lodge will be unable to wash the bed sheets regularly).
  • Welcoming Dinner in a traditional Nepali restaurant with culture performance.
  • Room freshener and incense sticks.
  • Hot Water Bag.
  • 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.
  • SIM Card with 16 GB Internet Data Pack.

Excludes

  • All kind of beverage.
  • Dinner and Lunch in Kathmandu.
  • 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, about visa information visit here.
  • Extra expenses due to flight delays, strikes, weather condition or any event out our control.

Best Seasons:

 The best seasons for wonderful Manaslu Luxury Trekking are spring and autumn, spring begins from March to May. Autumn starts from September to November, the spring season with longer days due to much sunlight hours.

Days are mostly bright with sunshine for clear views and pleasant walking can get cloudy in the late afternoon. Chances of light rains and snowfall around higher elevations sometimes, the temperature drops in the early morning and night times.

During springtime, the hills are bright with wild flowers in bloom especially the rhododendron, the national flower of Nepal.

The next best season is autumn from September to November, days are much clear for views and walks. But days are much short due to sunlight hours, pleasant and peak times for trekking around the Himalayas.

Much colder morning and late afternoon till night time, chances of snowfall on higher elevation sometimes.

Culture, Religion & History:

 The lower warm areas of the Gorkha district where Manaslu high valley is located, are of mixed tribes of hill people. Gurung, Magar, Hindu Bharamins, Chettries, and Newars with some Bhot migrated from high Manaslu and Tsum areas.

The culture and religions are mixed with Hinduism and Buddhism around low land to mid-hills till Jagat and Philim villages.

But from Jagat village onwards the native of higher Manaslu valley till Dharapani in Manang are interwoven to strong Buddhism religion. Follows the ancient heritage and culture similar to its Tibetan predecessor, as the border to Tibet is at a mere distance.

The people of higher Manaslu are known as the Bhotia people, which means descendent from Tibet. Most villages around higher Manaslu from Namrung onwards have a monastery, with many rows of prayer walls and spinning wheels.

The Manaslu region, where the ancient Trans Himalaya Salt Trade Route passed to and from Nepal / Tibet. Yaks and pack animals laden with goods from the good side of the country.

The base of Larkya-La pass at present known as Dharmasala or Phedi in the early days was called Larke Bazaar. Where traders, merchants from Tibet, Gorkha, and Manaslu as far from Manang use to visit on the market day.

The Manaslu comes from the Sanskrit word meaning Soul or mind of the god or holy spirits. For Manaslu natives calls Kutang means land that has been blessed, to raise livestock and a good farm field.

Mt. Manaslu stands as the world’s 8th highest peak at 8,163 m and 26, 781 feet, the first ascent by Japanese Expeditions. Which was conquered on May 9th, 1956 with the support of Nepalese guide Gyalzen Norbu Sherpa.

Since then it remained closed for outside visitors and flung its door open from 1991 onwards. Trekkers can enter and enjoy the walk around Manaslu, on obtaining a special permit, as Manaslu is a restricted region.

Due to its close border with Tibet/China, as well as to control the main flow of trekkers. As well to retain and preserve the country’s pristine environment, the area is under the protection of the Manaslu Conservation Area Project.

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions):

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Why is the Manaslu Area a Restricted region for foreign trekkers?

There are several regions in Nepal listed as Restricted Areas like Manaslu, due to its close frontier with Tibet / China.

Where trekkers require a special permit to enter the Restricted Areas, which should be accompanied by Government Regisrated local company guides. The other reason is to control the mass flow of tourists and to protect its fragile environment.

What do we expect from this trekking?

Many beautiful and good things that one can expect on this wonderful Manaslu Circuit trekking.

The change and great diversity of landscapes in a short duration of time. From low warm paddy fields to cooler hills and towards an arctic cold zone of remorseless fields of ice and snow. Various cultures of Nepalese hills and mountain people, with a breathtaking panorama of Himalayan peaks.

As well as testing your own endurance, and how fit and capable you are for this adventurous trekking.

Is it worth joining for Manaslu Luxury Trek?

Yes, certainly quite different from other popular mainstream trekking of Annapurna and Everest region. Encountering a few groups of trekkers and walking on a tranquil trail within a beautiful forest to arid and barren windswept country.

At the end of the trek, one will be in high spirits and feel glad that one made this trekking. A great adventure of a lifetime experience to enjoy.

Are there electricity on route trekking in the lodges?

Most large villages like Jagat, Namrung, Sama-Gaon, and Samdo do have hydroelectricity power. Some villages and lodges have their own private solar power as well so that you can charge your electronic gadgets and items.

Do we have to pay extra for showers and charging our electronic items?

Yes, for using hot/cold showers as for charging electronic items one needs to pay a fee. The price differs from one village lodge to another, first ask your guide if the cost is reasonable.

How cold can it get in the spring and autumn/fall seasons?

In springtime from Jagat onwards to Dharapani at the end of the trekking, the morning and late afternoon till night time are cold. Depending upon the altitude from a minimum of 5 degrees Celsius to a maximum of 15 to 20 degrees Celsius.

The wind chill factor adds extra cold, but most days are warm and pleasant except for the morning and nighttime.

In the autumn/fall seasons, the sunlight reaches late morning can be much colder morning, late afternoon, and nighttime. Can reach a minimum of 0 to -5 degrees Celsius with a maximum of + 15 to 20 degrees Celsius. Days are shorter during autumn times to sunlight hours, but pleasant late morning till mid-day.

How much extra money to carry on the treks?

Depending upon own expenses for extra snacks, soft drinks or having a beer as well buying local souvenirs on treks. Average of US $ 300 to 500 per person, the money required for tipping the guide, staff, and porters also at the end of the trek.

What happens if someone is very sick on treks?

For mild sickness, our guide carries First Aid and a comprehensive medical kit, for serious unfortunate accidents and illness. Immediate evacuation by fastest means of transport to nearest medical center or hospitals.

The best and fastest means is using Helicopter Services that is why all trekkers have to purchase Medical and Travel Insurance in case of emergency situations.

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  1. A luxury Vacation
    (11 months ago)
    I recently went on the Manaslu Luxury Trek with MCT, and it was an incredible experience. From the moment we arrived, we were treated like royalty, with comfortable accommodations and exceptional service throughout the trek. The trek itself was challenging but also incredibly rewarding, with stunning views of the Himalayan mountains and beautiful landscapes that seemed to stretch on forever. Our knowledgeable guide led us through the various villages, and we had the chance to interact with the locals and learn more about their culture and way of life. One of the highlights of the trip was staying at the luxurious lodges, which were a welcome retreat after a long day of hiking. The lodges were equipped with all the amenities you could ask for, including comfortable beds, hot showers, and delicious meals. Overall, the Manaslu Luxury Trek was an unforgettable experience, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a unique and luxurious trekking adventure in Nepal. It's the perfect way to experience the natural beauty and rich culture of the Manaslu region while still enjoying the comforts and amenities of a luxury vacation.
    Caroline
    from UK
  2. Worth, having wonderful experience
    (2 years ago)
    Truly a fantastic trip with cultural tour in Kathmandu and relaxing at scenic Sama-Gaon on rest day, and visiting Bhirendra Lake. The Manaslu Luxury trek was well worth the effort and money-worth, having wonderful experience.
    James Stuart Cunningham Belfast
    from UK
    Date of Experience: July, 2019
  3. Perfect Trip With You
    (5 years ago)
    A perfect holiday short and impressive with mind blowing views on daily walks and especially from Lho-Gaon onwards enjoyed it, thanks to our guide and staff making the trip much enjoyable.
    Patrick Richardson Oregon
    from United States (US)

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