Manaslu Circuit Trek

Manaslu Circuit Trek

‘I have trekked with Snow Dragons five times, alone, with friends and with my family. They have never let me down. Manaslu is the trek I found the most varied, and is one of the last and great classic trips of Nepal.’ - Thorstein Nokelby

Snow Dragons have led over a dozen trips around Manaslu, it is one of our ‘favorite’ treks, partly because it is not-unduly affected by encroaching new roads.
A little bit of wild Nepal, yes, Nepal at its best.

The Manaslu Trek is demanding, yet allows for gradual ascent and as such there is reasonable acclimatizing. You start in lowland Nepal and finish on a snow covered pass that lays in the shadow of a gigantic mountain wall, while to the north you can ‘see’ or sense Tibet.
Peaks upon peaks, Alps upon Alps – Alexander Pope

Day 01: Welcome to Kathmandu (1360m). Hotel transfer, trek planning, and welcome dinner - Nepali style, with your guide.

Day 02: Early breakfast followed by a half day Kathmandu sightseeing, trek preparation. Evening free, to sample the sounds and tastes of Kathmandu.

Day 03: (1). Very early morning scenic drive to Sati Khola - 8 hours plus.  

Day 04: (2). Trek to Sati Khola (815m), along the Gandaki River, hot and humid.

Day 05: (3). Today to Khorla Besi (900m), passing various mall villages.

Day 06: (4). Trek to Jagat, enter the national park, before continuing to Salleri (1440m).

Day 07: (5). Trek Ngyak (lunch), then continue to Pawa Khola (1700m).

Day 08: (6). Trek to Gap (2160m), via a Tibetan refugee settlement in Dyang. One experiences the feeling of entering the mountains.

Day 09: (7). Trek to Namrung (2660m).

Day 10: (8). Trek to Lhogaom (3180m).

Day 11: (9). Trek to Samagaon (3530m). A short day, but gving us time to do some washing, read a book – or simply rest.

Day 12: (10). Samagaon. Acclimatizing day. We can trek to Beriendra Lake, visit the temple – and rest.

Day 13: (11). Trek to Samdo (3690m), great views.

Day 14: (12). Trek to Dharamsala (4470m). Not such a long day, but a lot of height is gained, so it is key we all walk slowly, take rests and drink a lot of fluids to allow for acclimatization.

Day 15: (13). Very early morning start, on snow, crossing the Larky La Pass (5106m), followed by a long steep descent to Bimtang (3890m)

Day 16: (14). Trek to Tilje (3010m), and eventually join the Annapurna Circuit.

Day 17: (15). Jeep to Bessisahar.

Day 18: (16). Bus/jeep to Kathmandu.

Day 19: Free (reserve day).

Day 20: Depart.

Note: The above program and heights given are approx. Reserve day may be used on the trek should there be inclement weather or any medical issues within the group.

Cost Includes

• Airport pick up/transfer to hotel.
• Tourist class hotel, twin sharing. Buffet breakfast.
• Welcome dinner, trek planning meeting.
• Sightseeing - half day, with transport and guide.
• Transport to start and end of the trek.
• TIM’s (trekking) permit, Two National Park entry permits, and Restricted Area permit.
• Qualified guide, assistant guide, staff, all with suitable equipment - all insured.
• Simple lodge accommodation. Three meals a day, with tea/coffee, while trekking. Twin sharing.
• Group medical kit.
• Farewell dinner with the guide.

Cost Excludes

• Nepali entry visa.
• Personal travel insurance, to include trekking above 4000m and helicopter evacuation.
• Single room supplement, in Hotel or under trek.
• Bar bills and laundry. Drinks/personal snacks on route.
• Lunch/dinner in Kathmandu. To make your own choices.
• Tips to hotel staff, trek guide/staff.

Region: Manaslu

Destination: Manaslu Circuit via Larki La Pass.

Duration: 16 days travel to/trek/return Kathmandu – can be reduced by 1 or 2 days.

Difficulty: Difficult

Walking duration: Between 5 to 9 hours, plus rests.

Style: Tea House Trek - incl. breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Support: Guide and porters.

Transportation: Bus/taxi/jeep.

Activities: Historical, culture, nature and trekking.

Max Elevation: 5120 m

Equipment: Standard trekking equipment, plus quality sleeping bag and down jacket. A personal equipment list will be sent, with confirmation of booking.

Cost: By request, dependent on number in party and the total number of days.

Deposit: Confirmation of trek will be send on receipt of 30% deposit.

Note: You may just book the trek and arrange your own accommodation before and after the trek. However, the pre-trek meeting is mandatory.