The Manaslu Circuit Trek is one of Nepal’s best-kept secrets. It circles Mount Manaslu (8,163m) – the world’s 8th highest mountain – offering stunning views, remote trails, and culturally rich villages influenced by Tibetan Buddhism. Less crowded than the Annapurna Circuit, but just as rewarding, this trek takes you through pristine valleys, across suspension bridges, and over the dramatic Larke La Pass (5,106m).
Itinerary
Day 01 :
Drive from Kathmandu to Soti Khola
Day 02 :
Trek through Machha Khola, Jagat, and Deng
Day 03 :
Reach Namrung – enter Buddhist highlands
Day 6-7 :
Trek to Lho and Sama Gaun – side trips to Pungyen Gompa or Manaslu Base Camp (optional)
Day 8 :
Acclimatization Day at Sama Gaun
Day 9 :
Trek to Samdo
Day 10 :
Trek to Dharamsala (High Camp)
Day 11 :
Cross Larke La Pass (5,106m) – trek to Bimthang
Day 12-13 :
Trek through Tilije to Dharapani
Day 14 :
Drive to Besisahar
Day 15 :
Drive to Kathmandu
Day 16 :
Buffer/rest day
Day 17 :
Departure
