The Manaslu Circuit Trek is a premier, off-the-beaten-path alternative to the crowded Everest and Annapurna routes, circling the world’s eighth-highest peak, Mt. Manaslu (8,163 m). This controlled, restricted-area trek provides a raw mix of pristine landscapes, deep river gorges, and authentic Tibetan-influenced culture. Below is a comprehensive guide to planning your adventure in
Gorkha, Nepal.
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Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu. Meet and greet at the airport. Transfer to hotel.
Overnight Kathmandu
Day 02: Tour of Kathmandu city, Swoyambhunath stupa and Patan city.
Overnight Kathmandu (B)
Day 03: Morning,pick up from hotel and drive to Soti Khola (700m) via Arughat (7-8hrs drive).
Overnight at Local Lodge (B, L, D)
Day 04: Trek from Soti Khola to Machhakhola (970m/6hrs walk).
Overnight at Local Lodge (B, L, D)
Day 05: Trek from Machhakhola to Jagat (1340m/7-8hrs walk).
Overnight at Local Lodge (B, L, D)
Day 06: Trek from Jagat to Deng (1860m/6-7hrs walk).
Overnight at Local Lodge (B, L, D)
Day 07: Trek from Deng to Namrung (2580m/6-7hrs walk).
Overnight at Local Lodge (B, L, D)
Day 08: Trek from Namrung to Samagaon (3540m/6hrs walk).
Overnight at Local Lodge (B, L, D)
Day 09: Rest day at Samagaon for acclimatization. Or you can walk to Birendra Tal or Manaslu Base Camp (4400m).
Overnight at Local Lodge (B, L, D)
Day 10: Trek from Samagaon to Samdo (3865m/4hrs walk).
Overnight at Local Lodge (B, L, D)
Day 11: Trek from Samdo to Dharmashala (4460m/4hrs walk).
Overnight at Local Lodge (B, L, D)
Day 12: Trek from Dharmashala to Bimthang (3740m) via Larke La pass (5160m/10hrs walk).
Overnight at Local Lodge (B, L, D)
Day 13: Rest day at Bimthang.
Overnight at Local Lodge (B, L, D)
Day 14: Trek from Bimthang to Tiliche (2255m/6hrs walk).
Overnight at Local Lodge (B, L, D)
Day 15: Trek from Tiliche to Chyamche (1430m/6hrs walk).
Overnight at Local Lodge (B, L, D)
Day 16: Trek from Chyamche to Ngadi Bazar (930m/6hrs walk).
Overnight at Local Lodge (B, L, D)
Day 17: Trek from Ngadi Bazar to Besisahar (760m/4hrs walk). From Besisahar, drive to Pokhara (3hrs drive).
Overnight Pokhara (B)
Day 18: This day is free for relaxing or undertakes Ayurveda massage (optional).
Overnight Pokhara (B)
Day 19: After breakfast, pick up from resort and drive back to Kathmandu (200km/5hrs). Upon reaching, transfer to hotel.
Overnight Kathmandu (B)
Day 20: Transfer to international airport in time to connect your outbound flight (B)