The Manaslu Circuit + Base Camp Trek is a remote and less-crowded Himalayan adventure that circles the majestic Mt. Manaslu (8,163m). This trek offers dramatic mountain views, rich Tibetan-influenced culture, and diverse landscapes—from subtropical forests to high alpine terrain. A highlight is the hike to Manaslu Base Camp and the thrilling crossing of Larkya La Pass (5,160m), one of the highest and most scenic passes in Nepal.
Itinerary:
Day 1: Drive from Kathmandu to Soti Khola (710m)
Drive duration: 8–9 hours
Scenic drive through hills, rivers, and countryside.
Overnight in Soti Khola.
Day 2: Trek from Soti Khola to Machha Khola (900m)
Trek duration: 6–7 hours
Trek through forests, waterfalls, and Gurung villages.
Overnight in Machha Khola.
Day 3: Trek from Machha Khola to Jagat (1,340m)
Trek duration: 6–7 hours
Cross suspension bridges and pass through terraced hills.
Overnight in Jagat.
Day 4: Trek from Jagat to Deng (1,860m)
Trek duration: 6 hours
Enter the restricted Manaslu region; encounter waterfalls and villages.
Overnight in Deng.
Day 5: Trek from Deng to Namrung (2,630m)
Trek duration: 6–7 hours
Pass through lush forests and Buddhist mani walls.
Overnight in Namrung.
Day 6: Trek from Namrung to Samagaon (3,530m)
Trek duration: 6–7 hours
See your first views of Mt. Manaslu and reach a major Sherpa village.
Overnight in Samagaon.
Day 7: Acclimatization Day + Hike to Manaslu Base Camp (4,800m)
Day hike to Manaslu Base Camp and return (5–6 hours round trip).
Explore glaciers and get close views of Mt. Manaslu.
Overnight in Samagaon.
Day 8: Trek from Samagaon to Samdo (3,860m)
Trek duration: 4–5 hours
Cross yak pastures and high alpine terrain.
Overnight in Samdo.
Day 9: Trek from Samdo to Dharmashala (4,460m)
Trek duration: 4 hours
Short but steep trek in preparation for the pass crossing.
Overnight in Dharmashala (also called Larke Phedi).
Day 10: Cross Larkya La Pass (5,160m) and Trek to Bimtang (3,590m)
Trek duration: 8–9 hours
The most challenging day with spectacular views of Himlung, Cheo, and
Annapurna II.
Descend to Bimtang for rest.
Overnight in Bimtang.
Day 11: Trek from Bimtang to Dharapani (1,960m)
Trek duration: 6–7 hours
Descend through rhododendron forests and villages.
Overnight in Dharapani.
Day 12: Drive from Dharapani to Kathmandu
Drive duration: 8–9 hours via Besisahar.
Enjoy the change in landscape as you head back to the capital.
Overnight in Kathmandu.
Day 13: Departure from Kathmandu
Final day in Nepal.
Airport transfer and departure.
