Manaslu circuit is the renowned trekking route in Nepal. You can encounter amazing beauty of Himalaya with eighth highest peak of the world. Mt Manaslu itself is the attraction point along with Himal chuli, Ngadi Chuli, Shiring Himal and Ganesh Himal. The land of Gurkha and Gurung culture is one of beautiful place to visit.
Manaslu circuit trek is 17 days trekking that begins from Kathmandu. We should take a drive from Kathmandu to SotiKhola to reach the beginning point of trekking. Entire trekking includes 1o days as hiking days and one day for acclimatization. You will pass Machha Khola, Jagat, Deng, Namrung, Sama gaon, Manaslu base camp, Samdo, Bhimthang, Tilije, Tal via trekking. In contrast we will do driving from Kathmandu to Soti Khola and Tal to Kathmandu.
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Short trekking Itinerary of Manaslu circuit trek
Days | Activity | Highest elevation |
1 | Arrive in Kathmandu Nepal | 4600 ft. |
2 | Drive to Soti Khola | 2328 ft. |
3 | Trek to Maccha Khola | 3051ft. |
4 | Trek to Jagat | 4625 ft. |
5 | Trek to Deng | 5917 ft. |
6 | Trek to Namrung | 8626 ft. |
7 | Trek to Sama Gaon | 11578 ft. |
8 | Rest day in Manaslu base camp | 12110 ft. |
9 | Trek to Samdo | 12660 ft. |
10 | Trek to Bimthang | 12,139 ft |
11 | Trek to Tilije | 5576 ft. |
12 | Trek to Tal | 3542ft |
13 | Drive back to Kathmandu | 4600 ft. |
14 | Final departure |
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What is Manaslu circuit trek difficulty?
Manaslu circuit trek difficulties includes off the beaten trial. It is moderate trekking that includes difficult uphill’s and downhills in some landscape. High pass (Larke pass) with high altitude may create altitude sickness.
Who can do Manaslu circuit trek?
Being a moderate trekking in Nepal, Manaslu circuit trek can be done by any age group capable of walking 5,6 hours a day. The most necessary thing is you should be mentally and physically fit for doing the trek.
Best time for trekking to Manaslu circuit
March, April, May, September, October, November is the best time for trekking to Manaslu circuit. The favorable weather of Spring and Autumn, clear views of mountains and entire landscape makes our each day special during the trek.
Manaslu circuit trek highlights
- Amazing views of Himalchuli, Nagdi Chuli and Ganesh Himal
- Off the beaten trial
- Gurung, Tamang and Tibetan culture
- Buddhist culture and mani walls
- Larkya La Pass (5160m), the highest pass of the trek