Taan

Manaslu Circuit Trek

i. Trek Highlights:
★ Duration: 11 Days
★ Grade: Easy to moderate
★ Accommodation: Tea House Lodges
★ Maximum Height: Larke Pass at 5,106 meters.
★ Key sites covered: Arughat, Machhekhola, Jagat, Philim, Bihi, Lho, Shyala, Shamagaon,
Samdogaon, Dharmashala, Larke pass, Bhimthang, Dharapani, Tal, Besisahar etc.
★ Key attractions/experiences
o Manaslu Circuit Trek: Circumnavigating Mount Manaslu, the eighth highest peak in the world,
this trek takes you through remote villages, pristine forests, and high mountain passes.
o Larkya La Pass: Crossing the challenging Larkya La Pass (5,106 meters) with panoramic
views of Himlung Himal (7,126 meters) and the Annapurna range.
o Diverse Landscapes: From lush subtropical forests and terraced fields to high alpine
meadows and barren, rocky terrain.
o Cultural Encounters: Rich culture and traditions of Tibetan (Nubri) and Gurung communities
in traditional villages.
o Remote and Less Crowded: Authentic and less crowded trekking experience compared to
other popular treks in Nepal.
o Biodiversity: Manaslu Conservation Area, home to diverse flora and fauna.
o Ancient Monasteries: Ancient monasteries, including the famous Pungen Gompa.

ii. Itinerary
Day 01: Drive to Arughat and Machhe Khola
Day 02: Trek to Jagat 1354m

Day 03: Trek to Philim and Deng 1886m
Day 04: Trek to Bihi and Ghap 2103m
Day 05: Trek to Lho 3185m
Day 06: Trek to Shyala and Samagaon 3532m
Day 07: Trek to Manaslu Base Camp 4846m and back to Samagaon
Day 08: Trek to Samdo 3875m and Dharmashala 4480m
Day 09: Trek to Bhimtang 3745m over Larkya-La pass 5140m
Day 10: Trek to Gowa 2260m
Day 11: Trek to Dharapani1945m and drive to Kathmandu by Jeep/Bus