Trip Overview
Hi travelers from across the globe, welcome to Nepal! We present you the best trekking itinerary to explore the majestic home of the world’s 8th tallest mountain Mt. Manaslu (8163 m). There are countless trekking packages for you to choose with us to explore the region. Out of all these trekking packages, the 13 Days Manaslu Circuit Trek is uniquely designed to meet the demands of every travelers. Our main purpose to knit the trekking itinerary is to make sure that you cover almost every side areas from the trail. Besides the Tsum Valley, there is one destination which is possible from the trail. Nowadays, lots of travelers are asking this route that includes the visit to the Tibetan border.
Yes, the 13 Days Manaslu Circuit Trek in Nepal ensures that you are fully into the areas of the region. From the Samdo village, you can also explore the border areas. Visiting the border areas during the trek means that you get to see the diverse landscapes up in the Himalayas. Therefore, we guarantee you that the journey can be the most momentous one in terms of attractions especially the Himalayan attractions. Remember that the package is specially designed by our travel planners together with the local experienced trekking guide.
Lots of people are inquiring about the prospect of doing the Manaslu Circuit Trek in Nepal. Nowadays, the popularity of the trail is even more than the Annapurna Trek and Everest Trek in Nepal. Diversities in people, landscapes, and vegetation make the trek adorable for all. Every corners of the trail offer great scenery worthy to be imprinted for life. Therefore, trekking in the Manaslu region Nepal worth every penny spent. Don’t forget to talk with our local experts to plan the right time to do the trek. Furthermore, we are also the best trekking company that employs only the locals from the trekking region.
Why add Tibet Border Visit in 13 Days Manaslu Circuit Trek itinerary?
The major principle of organizing the trekking trips in Nepal from our company is to help people experience different from others. We strive to provide the services beyond expectations. For us, trekking is not only about walking in the Himalayan trails but also to make friends and become family members. Adding the Tibetan border visit in the 13 Days Manaslu Circuit Trek itinerary has two reasons. One reason is to make sure that you are fully acclimatized before crossing the Larke La Pass (5106 m). Another reason is to provide you chance to explore possible side trip destination from the Manaslu Circuit Trek route.
The addition of Tibet Border hike from Samdo Village ensures safety to trekkers. In fact, safety is our biggest priority. The increase in the number of days doesn’t mean that you miss out on the things. In fact, it is about smartly planning for the trek. Northern side of Nepal is border with Tibet (Autonomous region of People’s Republic of China). Most of the places are listed as the restricted regions of Nepal. The Geo – Political reason and government’s aims to protect the unique culture and natural heritages of the region are the major reasons behind keeping any region as restricted. So, bear it with us! Even if it is the restricted region, proper permit and trekking with a licensed trekking guide can make it possible for exploration.
Highlights of Manaslu Circuit Trek in Nepal
As mentioned above, the journey of the 13 Days Manaslu Circuit Trek in Nepal has many highlights to knit in your travel tale. From ancient monasteries to diverse landscapes, and from mountains to the deep valleys, the trail offers best trekking experiences. Trekkers don’t need to worry about getting back the investment made for the trek. Here is the highlight list of the Manaslu Circuit Trek in Nepal.
- Home of the world’s 8th tallest mountain Mt. Manaslu (8163 m)
- Diverse landscapes (Valleys, Mountain Passes, Rivers, Lakes, Waterfalls, Glaciers, and Moraines)
- Vegetation Diversity (Sub – Tropical, Temperate Deciduous, Alpine, and Tundra)
- Wildlife and Himalayan environment
- Multi – Ethnic Villages including Tsum Valley and Nubri People
- Larke La Pass (One of the longest passes of Nepal)
- Manaslu and Annapurna region’s Exploration
- Ancient Monasteries & Milarepa Caves
Can a solo traveler do the Manaslu Trek in Nepal?
Yes, finally a solo traveler can also do the Manaslu Trek in Nepal as per the latest decision of Nepal Government. Earlier, solo trekker had to either join the group or book the permit with the ghost trekker. Now, it is legal and you can trek solo. Previously, a group of at least two trekkers were needed for the trek. Besides the rule, other requirements are as it is. You are not allowed to trek without the guidance of Nepal government registered trekking company and licensed trekking guide. The rule is amended after lots of requests from travelers across the globe. Nepal government and trekking agencies are expecting increase in the number of trekkers after this change in the rule to do trekking in Manaslu.
Does Tibet Border Hike from Samdo help in acclimatization before Larke La Pass crossing?
Absolutely true that the addition of the Tibet Border Hike from Samdo helps in acclimatization before crossing the Larke La Pass (5106 m). Upon reaching the Samdo village (3880 m), trekkers spend afternoon time exploring the area and reaching the top of the Samdo Ri Peak. The following day, the hike to the border area can be challenging but it is absolutely in tune with the rule of the acclimatization. Travelers reach the Tibetan border which is at an altitude of 4700 m above sea level. They return back to Samdo village for overnight stay. Trek high and sleep in low altitude is the basic principle of acclimatization. Therefore, the addition of Tibet border hike from Samdo village helps in proper acclimatization.
What to expect during Larke La Pass crossing?
Expect to start the trek early in the morning before dawn. The trek starts around 4 am in the morning. The weather conditions up in the mountainous region of Nepal is stable in morning time. Moreover, the section between Dharmasala and Bimthan Village via Larke La Pass is the longest one which is about 18 kilometers. It takes about 8 to 10 hours to complete the section. So, expect a long tiring day of walking. The route is usually covered in snow and until you reach the top of the pass. Beyond the Larke La Pass (5106 m), expect rugged and rough downhill trail all the way to the Bimthang village. During winter season or during snowfall, there are chances of snowstorm too. So, be careful and always heed the instructions of your trekking guide.
From where to start the Manaslu Circuit Trek? Which is the trail end of the trek?
Modern trail head of the 13 Days Manaslu Circuit Trek in Nepal is from Machha Khola. Soti Khola used to be the old trail head. However, some trekking guides prefer to start the trek from Jagat village as well. Once the road conditions improve in this section, the trek can be started from the Jagat village. Moreover, the change in the trail head can decrease the number of trekking days.
Few years before, trekkers had to trek all the way to Dharapani to meet the jeep to Besisahar. It’s not the case anymore. Once you have reached the village of Tilje from Bimthang, you can get the jeep to Besisahar. Therefore, trekkers no longer need to stay another night and they can directly reach the city areas of Besisahar.
What are the major monasteries present in the Manaslu Trek route?
The route of the 13 Manaslu Circuit Trek traverses through several ancient monasteries. Therefore, the trail is also called as the divine spiritual path through the mystical valleys where 8th Eons Monks once meditated. The presence of countless monasteries and chortens along the trail proves that the place was once blessed by gods and goddesses. All these monasteries are based on the traditional Tibetan Buddhism followed by Tsum and Nubri People. Pungyen Monastery, Samdo Monastery, Samagaon Monastery, Serang Monastery (one night two days away from main Manaslu Circuit Trek route), and Shyala Monastery are the major monasteries present in the Manaslu Trek route.
Is the Larke La Pass closed during winter season in Nepal?
In extreme weather conditions due to heavy snowfall, the Larke La Pass is closed for safety reasons. The chances of snowstorms are high during winter season and when it snows heavily. Therefore, winter Manaslu Circuit Trek is until the Samdo Village and it includes the Manaslu Base Camp hike as the major activity up in the mountains.
Role of Nepal High Trek and its staff during the Manaslu Trek
The staffs of the Nepal High Trek have huge role to make sure that you do the successful trekking in the region. From permit preparation to trek management, the staffs work relentlessly to make sure that you enjoy the hassle free journey up in an abode of the world’s 8th tallest mountain Mt. Manaslu. Safety, information, logistic management, and travel companionship are the services provided by the staffs of the company.
Why book the Manaslu Trek package with the Nepal High Trek?
Booking the 13 Days Manaslu Circuit Trek in Nepal with us means that you are traveling with the experts. Our policy is simple as we employ qualified locals for trekking and offer the packages in reasonable rate. Furthermore, we strive to give you back every penny spent in the form of splendid memories.
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Details Itinerary
Day 2: Drive from Kathmandu to Machha Khola (890 m - 157 KM) 9 to 10 Hours
Early in the morning, you will be picked up from your hotel. A guide will come to pick you up and we drive to Machha Khola on a jeep. We travel in a Prithivi Highway until we reach Malekhu and continue the Kalu Pandey Highway before meeting the Larke La Pass Highway in Aarughat. We will have lunch on the way and continue the jeep drive. Until Aarughat, the road condition is well tarred and comfortable. Expect bumpy ride from Aarughat to Machha Khola via Aarkhet and Soti Khola. Once we reach Machha Khola, you can stroll around the village or small town located on the banks of Budi Gandaki River. Overnight in a tea house.
Day 3: Trek to Jagat from Machha Khola (1410 m - 13.5 KM) 7 to 8 Hours
After breakfast, we will start the trek. Today is the first day of trekking. Therefore, we will start the trek after stretching for a while before the breakfast. The trail today is easy as we walk on the motor able road most of the time. On the way, we will have lunch and trek through several villages along the way. The sight of the waterfall, river, forests, and terraced farmlands can help us enjoy the first day of the trekking. Upon reaching the Jagat Village, you will check in the tea house and the guide will head to the Trekking Check Post. Our permits will be checked and the guide will also obtain the Tsum Nubri Rural Municipality Entry Permit. The move is to avoid the morning crowd the following day to ensure uninterrupted trekking activities for us. Overnight in a tea house.
Day 4: Trek from Jagat to Deng (1800 m - 20 KM) 8 to 9 Hours
Early in the morning after breakfast, we will be walking on a road for about 1 hour. So, expect easy trekking. After the road trail, we will walk on the gradual Nepalese flat trail which is slightly narrower along the banks of Budi Gandaki River. On the way to Deng, we will stop for lunch in Chisapani Village which is located in the small valley from where you can get sight of gigantic hills. We will restart the trek after lunch and continue the journey. The trail is completely gradual flat along the banks of river. We have to cross the river by using suspension bridges in today’s journey. Overnight in a tea house.
Day 5: Trek from Deng to Namrung (2660 m - 19 KM) 7 to 8 Hours
We will begin our trek after breakfast. The first phase of trekking for about 1 hour is in the Nepalese gentle flat trail. We will have to trek uphill for about another 1 hour before reaching the ridge top and continue on the gradual uphill trail. Lunch will be in the Ghap Village. This is an authentic village and it is also in the crossroad between the regular Manaslu Circuit Trek and the Serang Gompa route. After lunch, we will continue our journey to Namrung. The hardest section on this day’s trek is when we trek steep uphill after walking for about 1 hour from Ghap village. The Namrung village is the second biggest village in this trekking route. In the evening, you can stroll around the village and visit the local monastery or simply observe the lifestyle of the locals. Overnight in a tea house.
Day 6: Trek from Namrung to Shyala Village (3500 m - 18 KM) 6 to 7 Hours
After breakfast, we will begin our journey to one of the most beautiful villages on the Manaslu Circuit Trek route, the Shyala Village. Beginning of the trek for about half an hour is on the Nepalese gentle flat followed by one hour steep uphill trail until we reach the lunch stop place in Lho Village. Today’s trek is very scenic as we go through different types of chortens and small monasteries. The Mane Wheels’ sound and the breeze that we feel today seem spiritual. We get to see the sight of the mountains more clearly on this day. We walk on the gradual inclined uphill trail for about 2 hours after lunch to reach the Shyala Village. In the evening, you can visit the iconic monastery and offer your prayers. The sight of the sun setting in the backdrop of the monastery is so iconic sight to capture. Remember that the place offers best near scenery of mountains just behind the tea house. Overnight in a tea house.
Day 7: Trek to Samagaun Village via Pungyen Monastery (4020 m - 17 KM) 5 to 6 Hours
Early in the morning, we will start our trek from near the Shyala Monastery. After walking for about 1.5 hours to 2 hours, we will leave the main trail and trek uphill towards the Pungyen Monastery. We walk through the rugged trail full of boulders towards the monastery. It takes about 1.5 hours to reach the monastery. We will spend 15 to 30 minutes in the monastery and then retrace the same trail back to the main route to continue our journey to Samagaon. Upon reaching the Samagaon Village, we will have lunch. You can get free time to explore the village and observe the daily lifestyle of these people. Remember that the Samagaon village is the largest village on the Manaslu Circuit Trek route. Overnight in a tea house.
Day 8: Acclimatization Hike to Manaslu Base Camp (4800 m - 13.5 KM) 7 to 8 Hours
Today is the day of acclimatization hike to Manaslu Base Camp. We start the trek after having breakfast in our tea house. Your trekking guide and porter will carry the packed lunch. After walking for about 45 minutes, we will reach the beautiful Birendra Lake. We will spend about 15 to 20 minutes on the shores of the lake. It is truly a beautiful lake in the foothill of the snow - capped mountains. We will then begin the challenging uphill trail all the way to Manaslu Base Camp. Gear up for tiring uphill trek to the base camp. The sight of the lake and surrounding mountains from the trail is so majestic and helps us to forget tiredness. We will have lunch in the Manaslu Base Camp before retracing the same trail back to Samagaon. We will rest in our tea house for rest of the day. Overnight in a tea house
Day 9: Trek to Samdo Village (3860 m - 8.5 KM) from Samagaon 3 to 4 Hours
Today’s trek is the shortest one and we trek on the gentle Nepalese flat along the way enjoying the sight of pine tree forests. It is not dense forests but scattered vegetation is the feature of today’s trek. The tree lines start to disappear as we trek higher. After reaching the Samdo village, we will have lunch and rest for a while. In the afternoon, you can stroll around the village or reach the Samdo Ri top for acclimatization purpose or simply rest in the tea house. Overnight in a tea house.
Day 10: Trek to Tibetan Border (4700 m) 8 to 9 Hours
Early in the morning we will have breakfast and start our trek to the Tibetan Border. Expect lots of boulders and rugged trail. The uphill sections are challenging and the altitude also make it harder for trekkers. Once we reach the border top, you can get unmatched scenery of the Tibetan Rocky Mountain, and highland deserts. It is truly magnificent sight to behold after such a challenging trek. We will retrace the same trail back to Samdo Village. Overnight in a tea house.
Day 11: Trek to Dharmasala from Samdo Village 4460 m - 16 KM 4 to 5 Hours
We will begin the trek after breakfast. Today’s trek is on the Himalayan landscape through narrow valley overlooking mountains and gigantic hills. Upon reaching the Dharmasala, we will have lunch and rest for a while before exploring the nearby hills for acclimatization purpose. We will have early dinner and head to our room as we have to prepare for the early morning wake up the following day. Overnight in a tea house.
Day 12: Cross Larke La Pass and enter Bimthang Village (3790 m - 16 KM) 8 to 9 Hours
Finally, today is the day of crossing the Larke La Pass. We will have early morning breakfast and begin the trek around 4 am in the morning. With the help of the headlamp or torch light, we will walk carefully following the line of trekkers. It is so fascinating sight to walk in the dark where you get long line of trekkers with dim light. It’s truly enticing as we wait for the morning light to come. As we approach the Larke La Pass top, we get to enjoy the majestic sunrise on the way. There are lots of small flags which we will follow to safely reach the top. Don’t go far away from your trekking guide or from your group especially during the Larke La Pass crossing. We will spend about 15 to 20 minutes at the top of the pass taking pictures and making memories. The downhill trek starts from the top of the pass. We can also see the beautiful Bimthang village from the top of the ridge. The trail is rugged and we walk carefully. Overnight in a tea house
Day 13: Trek to Tilje (2300 m - 13 KM) 4 to 5 Hours; Drive to Besisahar 3 Hours
Early in the morning, we will have breakfast and continue the trek towards the village of Tilje. We walk through the green lush forests and upon reaching the village, we will have lunch before driving to Besisahar. The road is bumpy and it takes about 3 hours to reach Besisahar. We will celebrate with our trekking crew members in our lodge in Besisahar after the successful completion of the trek. Today is the last day of the trekking. We will also part ways with the local porters. Overnight in a lodge or tea house.
Day 14: Drive back to Kathmandu
After breakfast, we will hop on the tourist bus or private jeep back to Kathmandu. Upon reaching Kathmandu, the company official will host you the farewell dinner. We will review about the trek over a dinner in Nepalese cultural restaurant. Overnight in a hotel
Day 15: Final Departure
Finally, we will bid you farewell with promise to meet again for another spectacular journey in Nepal. Our airport representative will take you to the TIA for final departure.
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✖Cost Includes
- Airport Pick up and drop service
- Two night hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast.
- During the trek, three times a meal (Breakfast, lunch, and Dinner)
- Government license holder mountain guide included salary, accommodation, insurance and transportation.
- Special Manaslu permit.
- MCAP and ACAP permits.
- Tsum Nubri entrance ticket.
- Tilje to Besisahar by sharing a local jeep.
- Kathmandu to Machhakhola& Besi Sahar to Kathmandu by local bus.
- Three cups tea/coffee per day.
- 12 night local private accommodation during the trek.
- Nepal High Trek’s down jacket, sleeping bag and duffle bag (if you needed)
- Medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).
Cost Does Not Include
- Your Travel and rescue insurance.
- Porter cost and private jeep additional cost.
- All the Bar bills and personal expenses (Extra meal, Wifi, laundry service, battery recharge, a bottle of water and hot water
- Tips for the guide and porter.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 13 Days Manaslu Circuit Trek in Nepal package is specially knitted by the travel planners of the Nepal High Trek. It is to address lots of requests from our travelers from across the globe to include the Tibetan Border Hike from Samdo Village before crossing the Larke La Pass. It is also to ensure that you are well acclimatized before entering the areas beyond 4000 m above sea level. Besides the addition of the Tibetan border, it follows the similar itinerary of the regular Manaslu Circuit Trek in Nepal.
The best time to do 13 Days Manaslu Circuit Trek in Nepal is during the months of spring season (March – May) and the months of autumn season (September – November). Some trekkers choose to trek in the early week of June and later week of February. For better trekking experiences, clear skies, and stable weather conditions, the months of spring season and autumn season are highly recommended.
Yes, you can add the Tsum Valley Trek in the Manaslu Trek itinerary. Trekkers must allocate around 3 to 5 days extra to include Tsum valley. Before continuing the Manaslu Circuit Trek, trekkers visit the villages like Chhum, Chhekamparo, and Nile. Similarly, they also hike to the Mu Gompa Monastery which is believed to have been built about 700 years ago by Guru Padmasambha himself. The trek is usually referred as the Manaslu Circuit Trek with Tsum Valley or Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek in Nepal.
Please check our “includes and excludes” section of the package page. Normally, the standard trekking package includes transportation, guide, porter, permit, lodging, meals, and logistic support. Besides these services during the trek, trekkers can also get the services of arrival and departure in Kathmandu including two to three nights’ accommodation on BB basis.
Allocate around 300 $ to 400 $ for additional miscellaneous expenses for the services and things not mentioned in the trekking package. You need to pay extra for hot showers, internet usage, battery charge, hot drinking water, and for foods not mentioned in the trekking package. Similarly, you also need to pay tips to the trekking crew members even if it is not mandatory in Nepal. Note down that tipping is customarily compulsory. For 13 days trek, 150 $ to trekking guide and 100 $ to porter are considered basic standards.
There are total four permits that you must get to do the Manaslu Circuit Trek in Nepal. NRs. 6000 to foreigners and NRs. 3000 to SAARC nationals must be allocated for conservation areas’ permits. You must obtain the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) permit and the Manaslu Conservation Area Project (MCAP) permit. Similarly, you also need to obtain the local permit at NRs. 1000. It is the Tsum Nubri Rural Municipality entry permit. The main permit is obviously the special restricted area permit. It is obtained in Kathmandu’s Immigration Department. The cost of the special restricted area permit for Manaslu Trek is 100 $ for autumn season with 15 $ extra for each additional days if the trek goes beyond 7 days. For spring, monsoon, and winter season, the cost of the permit is 75 $ for 7 days with 10 $ extra for each additional day.
Yes, all our trekking crew members from drivers, trekking guides, to porters are fully insured. The company does the pre – insurance of trekking crew members. Trekkers must obtain their insurance by themselves before the trek and give the copy of the insurance plan to our city office. Besides the insurance, we provide necessary gear and equipment to our trekking crew members.
The most satisfying trekking trail to observe diverse vegetation in Nepal is definitely the Manaslu Circuit Trek in Nepal. You can experience sub – tropical forests in the lower section of the trail. Midway through the trekking route is full of temperate deciduous forests followed by the alpine forests and grassy meadows. Above 4500 m from sea level, you can experience tundra vegetation. Therefore, the Manaslu Circuit Trek in Nepal is definitely the right place for vegetation experiences.
The most difficult sections on the 13 Days Manaslu Circuit Trek journey in Nepal are Manaslu Base Camp Hike, Larke La Pass crossing, and Tibetan Border hike. Therefore, you must be physically prepared for the trek. Besides the physical preparation, you must also be mentally strong to cope with the demands of the higher elevation places. The steep uphill trail section from Birendra Lake and Manaslu Base Camp is very challenging.
Yes, there are couple of alternative routes to do the Manaslu Circuit Trek in Nepal. You can either do the Manaslu Circuit Trek via Serang Gompa or do the Rupi Nala Pass Trek to meet the Manaslu Circuit Trek. These are the potent alternative routes to do the Manaslu Circuit Trek. Addition of Tsum valley in the trekking itinerary can also be considered as the alternative route of the Manaslu Circuit Trek.
Yes, it is possible to continue the Annapurna Circuit Trek journey after finishing the Manaslu Circuit Trek. You can simply continue the trek with the same permits but you need to mention the route when obtaining the permit. Once you reach Dharapani, you can continue the Annapurna Circuit Trek through Chame and Pisang village towards Manang. Some wilderness adventure lovers prefer to do this amazing detour trek in Nepal which takes about 25 to 28 days of adventures.
Yes, in few places of the Manaslu Circuit Trek, you can find quality luxury mountain lodges. Please don’t expect lavish resorts up in the Himalayan regions of Nepal. Getting the attached bathroom is already a luxury facilities that you see in the mountainous region. Besides the accommodation, you can also get elaborated food menu and trekker to crew member ratio is also higher than in the regular standard trekking package. Therefore, you can say that there are some luxury lodging establishments in the Manaslu Circuit Trek route.
Yes, it is compulsory to hire a trekking guide for Manaslu Circuit Trekking in Nepal. It is the basic requirement to explore the restricted areas of Nepal. Furthermore, you must also have the Nepal Government licensed trekking guide. The option of porter is dependent upon your personal preferences. If you wish to carry your baggage, then there is no need of a porter. However, we highly recommend you to get a porter to carry your baggage. It helps to boost the economy of locals and also let you freely enjoy the nature’s allures without any exhaustion. Remember that a porter carries 22 kilograms only and two trekkers are given a porter. So, pack only the essentials and a single trekker can have a baggage not more than 12 to 13 kilograms.
Yes, we have many trekking trips going on the Manaslu Circuit Trek route. Therefore, you can join the group for trekking. Now, it is possible to trek solo in the Manaslu Circuit Trek route. Therefore, you can choose to do the private trek instead of group joining trek in the Manaslu Circuit Trek route. The price of the group joining trek is slightly lower than the private trek. Both the styles of trekking have pros and cons. Decide wisely about the way of trekking. If you are trekking in the Manaslu Circuit Trek route with the Nepal High Trek, then feel free to trek either way. We provide unmatched services and hospitality to each and every trekker who trek in Nepal with us. Talk with our travel planners on this matter.
No, you don’t need to pay the entry fee to enter monasteries in the Manaslu Circuit Trek route. However, some of the iconic monasteries like Serang Gompa Monastery asks you to pay 50 $ upfront but they provide accommodation and meal in this sum of money. Our trekking guide will help you to enter these monasteries and carry out necessary procedures. You can choose to provide donations to these monasteries which run entirely on donations.
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