Manaslu Base Camp Trek- 15 Days

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  • 15 Days
  • Max People : 10
  • Wifi Available
  • Jan 18’ - Dec 21’
  • Min Age: 12+
  • Pickup: Hotel
Description

Manaslu is the world’s eighth-highest peak at 8,156 meters (26,758 feet), and the incredible walk there takes you through some stunningly magnificent vistas, roaring white-water river falls, and thick forests on the way to the summit.

After opening in 1992, the Manaslu Trek quickly gained in popularity due to its allure and the pristine beauty of its natural setting. The route takes us into the borderlands between Nepal and Tibet, where we may get a taste of the Hindu and Buddhist cultures. The uncharted paths lead us through lush forests brimming with rhododendron, pine, cedar, birch, and juniper trees, as well as enchanting meadows.

Manaslu, at 8,156 meters (26,758 feet), is the eighth highest peak in the world, and it can be circumnavigated on the Manaslu Walk, a tea house trek. Hindu and Buddhist culture, lovely fauna, rhododendron and other blossoms, roaring rivers, hazardous bridges, enormous mountains, and stunning scenery are all hallmarks of other Nepali treks, and these may be found on this one as well.

Through the powerful Budhi Gandaki valley with its turquoise streams and stunning waterfalls, the circuit leads you from the hot lowlands with their terraced rice and millet fields. A large number of very tall and frequently very long suspension bridges will be traversed throughout the course of the journey.

Highlights of Manaslu Circuit Trek

  • Cross one of the highest passes in the world at Larkya La Pass at 5,106 meters
  • Spotting of Tahr, Agali (Blue Sheep), Pika (Highest Living Mammal), Himalayan Marmots, and even Snow Leopard
  • Panoramic views of Manaslu, Cheo,  Himlung, Lamjung, Nemjung, Gyaji Kang Guru, Ganesh Himal, and Annapurna II
  • One of the popular restricted trekking regions with high altitude glacial lakes; four glaciers above Lamjung Himal
  • Soak into the lifestyle and culture of Nuri, ethnic habitant of the region
  • Exploring Tibetan influenced culture and festivals celebrated by Magar, Gurung, Tamang, Burmese.
  • Rich in local multi ethnic biodiversity and natural scenery with captivating of Manaslu Conservation Area
  • Trails pass-through Budhi Gandaki River Gorge, forests of rhododendrons, oak, pine, bamboo, cedar, etc.
  • Less crowded and adventurous off-beat trekking route

Trek Difficulty of the Manaslu Circuit Trek

The Manaslu Trek is a strenuous but ultimately worthwhile adventure. Because of the difficulty of hiking at such a great altitude, you should expect your journey in the highlands to take anything from five to seven hours. You’ll need to be in good shape and able to walk for four to six hours a day if you want to make it over Larkya La Pass, which is located at an elevation of 5,160 meters.

One other plus would be if you have some sort of trekking experience under your belt. Trekkers with little experience but who are in good physical shape can participate and complete this trip. You will have a better time on this hike if you are in good physical shape. Stamina-building activities like cycling, swimming, or the gym should be practiced on a consistent basis at least a month before the walk.

Comfortable hiking occurs in our destinations because we stop frequently to take in the breathtaking vistas. The trails lead through rugged terrain and wooded areas, and they have long ascents and sharp descents. Those with compromised health, especially those with respiratory or cardiovascular issues, should not attempt this hike.

Best Seasons to go to Manaslu

Autumn and spring are good for Manaslu trekking. Spring (March-May) and fall (September-November) offer the ideal trekking weather. Clear blue skies prevail. Himalayan days are warm, but nights are frigid. These seasons are beautiful for lush green hills and snow-capped Himalayas.

Autumn is a good time for this hike because there is less rain. Clear skies reveal snow-capped mountains. Daytime hiking remains ideal. This season also features several events, making it excellent for cultural exploration.

Spring offers more snow-capped mountain views. Wildflowers are blooming all throughout the region. Clear weather and low rains make trekking easy. Temperatures are ideal for a day hike.

Packing List for the Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Clothing

  • Puffy down jacket
  • Hat or cap
  • Headlamp
  • Sunglasses
  • long sleeve 
  • Waterproof, windproof jacket
  • Hiking pants
  • Gloves
  • Hiking socks
  • Hiking boots
  • Undergarments 
  • Pajamas or sleepwear
  • Towel

Other Equipment 

  • Sunscreen and lip balm
  • Reusable water bottle
  • Kits for toiletries
  • Toilet paper
  • Protein-rich snacks 
  • Waterproof bags 

Optional Equipment

  • Additional batteries or a power bank
  • Mobile phones and cameras
  • Poles for trekking
  • Thermos for hot water
  • Personal Medicine

People and Lifestyle of Manaslu Region

The Nubri and the Tsum are the predominant ethnic groups in this region. The river’s fork at Chhikur marks the boundary between the two peoples’ homelands. Tsum has managed to preserve most of its historic heritage, but Nubri was flooded with tourists after Nepal opened to the outside world in 1950. In the central hills, Gurungs make up the main ethnic group.

In Manaslu, Buddhism is by far the most practiced religion. Pilgrims from all over come to this area to visit the stunning monasteries that dot the landscape. These monasteries are excellent examples of both tradition and the art of life. Since the most important gompas around Manaslu are the 3510m-high Mu Gumba, the 5000m-high Gumba Lungdung, the 3500m-high Rachen Gumba, and the 3000m-high Sarang Gumba. Religion and Culture in the Manaslu area, the people dwelling below hills usually revere and follow Hinduism as well. One of the other highlights of this trail is the abundance of important local religious sites along the way. The local festivals are a terrific way to celebrate the community and show off the rich history of the area. So, Lhosar and other local festivals are an excellent opportunity to explore the traditional dance and attire of Manaslu.

Flora and Fauna seen around Manaslu

Along the trip, you’ll come across a few human beings and a few yaks. When confronted by an approaching yak, there is only one safe course of action: walk to one side, toward the interior of the track, to avoid the cliff edge on the opposite side.

Some of the most beautiful and critically endangered creatures in the world can be found in the Manaslu region. The endangered Red Panda and Snow leopard are sure to be the stars of the wildlife show in Manaslu. There are also around 110 species of birds, 33 species of mammals, three species of reptiles, and eleven species of butterflies, in addition to the grey wolf, Asian black bear, blue sheep, Himalayan musk deer, etc. With the recent establishment of the Manaslu conservation area, efforts have been made to protect the region’s magnificent fauna.

Heritage and landscapes around Manaslu

All of the trail is on a regular route, which can be rocky and difficult in spots. It’s not dangerously steep, and there’s no “mountaineering” or rock climbing that necessitates special gear. You’ll be walking the whole distance, and some of those hills can seem endless! The distance of the Manaslu Circuit is approximately 110 miles (180 kilometers).

During the course of the circuit, you’ll go from the humid lowlands, with their rice and millet terraces, to the awe-inspiring Budi Gandaki Gorges, with their turquoise streams and breathtaking waterfalls. There is no comparison to the length and height of the suspension bridges on the Manaslu climb, and the annual monsoon frequently washes out lesser bridges, forcing hikers to use semi-submerged rocks.

Price Includes
Airport Pick up and drop from Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu
Provision of Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS) cards
Covering up the Entry Permit
Special Manaslu Circuit Trek permit.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, and dinner during the trek.
2-nights hotel at Kathmandu with Breakfast
All accommodation during the treks
All grounded transportation as per itinerary by a shared vehicle.
Free luggage stored at Wandering Trail Adventures store during the trek
An experienced & qualified English Speaking Guide Including his food, lodge, transportation, salary, insurance equipment
An experienced porter shared with two individuals including his food, lodging, transportation, Salary, insurance, and equipment.
Price Excludes
Any extra food & desserts during your stay in Kathmandu
No coverage of Travel medical insurance and emergency evacuation costs
Self-payment for Nepal entry visa fee and International airfare
Personal expenses such as Alcoholic beverages, donations, tea, coffee, cold drinks/hot drinks, premium lodge etc.
Extra Personal equipment needed for the trek
Tips for guide and Porter (Tipping is expected)
All the personal expenses such as Hot showering at lodges, water bottle, hot water, battery charge, Wifi etc.
Gadgets charging fee at tea houses

Complimentary Items

Company T-Shirt
Trek Completion Certificate
Souvenir
Farewell dinner in Kathmandu

These Trekking Gears are provided by the company for rent:

Crampons
Sleeping Bag
Pair of hiking poles
Itinerary

You will arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu where our company representative will receive you from Airport and drop you off at the hotel.

Arrival in Kathmandu 1,355m

On the 2nd day, we will leave for Machha Khola from Kathmandu. It will take us 8-9 hours of driving to get there. The drive trail follows scenic paths to make your journey memorable. You will reach Arughat in a few hours and cross Soti Khola afterward. You will stay at Machha Khola for that night.

Drive from Kathmandu to Machha Khola (870 m) via Arughat and Soti Khola

After breakfast, you will head out on a 6-7 hour trekking journey to Jagat (1410 meters). After crossing Machha Khola, you will trek gently up to the tiny village of Khorla Bensi. From there, you will get to the natural hot springs at Tatopani. This trail is also quite challenging. After crossing a short forested path, you will reach a single teahouse at Doban. Above the village of Dobhan, Budhi Gandaki river descends rather impressively to a series of rapids. The river is quite calm beyond this steep slope. A further trek from Dobhan leads you to Lauri, where you will cross the river on a suspension bridge. Finally, you will climb on a high path to the fields of Jagat (1410 metres), where you will spend your night.

Trek from Maccha Khola 870m to Jagat 1,300m

You make your way to Upper Jagat and Salleri. You will notice two hydropower plants on the way.From Salleri, you continue on to Sirdibas with views of Mt. Siring (7,239m). Then you reach Philim. From Philim, you will trek through Chisapani, Ekle Bhatti, Nayak Phedi, and Pewa. Most of these are beautiful, quaint and small villages.In Pewa, you will cross two suspension bridges. From here, it is a 45-minutes walk to Deng. Overnight stay in Deng(1340 metres).

Trek from Jagat 1,300m to Deng 1,860m

Deng is a village that is the point of entry to Kutang or lower Nupri (part of Tibet until the 1840s): It is a primarily a Gurung settlement with the culture of Tibetan Buddhism. They have their own language. The trail from Deng takes you along a winding path to Rana. After trekking past a series of uphills and downhills, you will get to a log bridge. After crossing a tributary from the bridge, you will get to an isolated water mill. Then you will descend gently along the trail to Bihi Phedi, which lies high above the river. Beyond Bihi Phedi, the trail descends as you cross the Serang Khola. Then, you will trek along a winding path that shapes up like an S. The path lies between sheer basalt walls. You can also see huge rocky crags to the right. You will also have splendid views of the waterfall above the maize and wheat fields. As you trek towards the northeast direction, the valley broadens. After trekking past a bridge and mani stone walls, you will reach the attractive village of Ghap (2,250m/ 7,382ft). Past the village of Ghap, you will trek through bamboo, rhododendron and oak forests. On some days, you can also see birds like Impeyan pheasant (also known as Himalayan Monal) This trail is above the steep descent of the river. For a short duration of time, you will trek to the north bank. Then you will head back towards the southern bank after crossing a bridge. After trekking for one hour from the bridge, you will reach Namrung. Namrung also has a police checkpoint for permits. Just before you get to Namrung, the trail overlooks Tum Khola from Tibet. This adds to the volume of water in Budhi Gandaki in the confluence. The trek from Deng to Namrung (2900 meters) is 6-7 hours long. Overnight stay at Namrung (2900 metres)

Trek from Deng 1,860m to Namrung 2,630m

Your trek to Shyala takes you through places like Banjam, Lihi, Sho, and Lho. Once you leave Namrung, you enter the Upper Nupri region. Here, the local dialect changes to a form of Tibetan style. The locals can be seen in Tibetan-style dresses like chubas- the Tibetan style of wrapping around a cloak. On this day, you will also cross the Budhi Gandaki River, and walk through the alpine forests, stone arch, Chortens, and barley terrace fields. Upon reaching Syala, you will get panoramic views of Himalchuli, Nadi Chuli Manaslu, Saula Himal, and Siringi Himal. Syala is also where you will get to see a real yak. Shyala is also one of the biggest villages in the region and a popular place for commerce. You’ll stay overnight in Shyala village.

Trek from Namrung to Shyala Village (3,500)

On this day you will cross the Hiran Khola, and you can get a spectacular sight of Mt. Manaslu, Manaslu North (7,157m), and Naike Peak (5,515m). Lho is where you will rest and have your lunch. If time permits, you can explore the Buddhist monastery and also enjoy the great views of the Himalayas. From here, you will trek via Pungen Gompa to reach Samagaun. Overnight stay at the beautiful village of Samagaon (3500 meters)

Trek from Shyala to Samagaun (3,530 m) via Pungen Gompa

Today you will acclimatize at Samagaon, which is the regional center of Nupri. You will also get to know about the culture and architecture in the region. You will visit the Labrang (Lama’s Place) Gompa and the Kargyu Chholing Monastery in Samagaon. You will then hike to Manaslu Base Camp and explore the area. You can have a mesmerizing view of the magnificent Mt. Manaslu from here. You will return back to Samagaun and stay there.

Acclimatization day at Samagaun and hike to Manaslu Base Camp

You will gradually trek towards Samdo from Samagaun. The trek offers you a stunning view of Mt. Manaslu. You may also see wildlife like blue sheep, Himalayan marmots, and even snow leopards (if lucky). Samdo is a traditional Tibetan village, just a few kilometers from the Nepal-Tibet border. It is home to refugees and traders who still follow ancient Tibetan culture and lifestyle. You will stay at Samdo for the night.

Trek from Samagaon to Samdo (3,860 m)

The day starts with a downhill trek to the Budhi Gandaki river. You will then cross the river and start your climb upwards through Larkya Bazaar and the valley of Salka Khola to Dharamsala. Also known as Larkya Phedi, Dharamsala is a seasonal village. It has a little shelter house that provides room for trekkers. On the way, you will come across the magnificent Larkya Glacier. You can roam and explore the surrounding hills to better acclimatize to the changing altitudes. From Dharamsala, you can enjoy views of Siachen Glacier, Larkya Peak, and Naike Peak. Overnight stay at Dharamsala(4450 metres)

Trek from Samdo to Dharmasala (4,460 m)

Today you trek for 3-5 hours to ascend 800m/2,600ft to get to Larkya La Pass (5160 meters). You will then descend for 3-4 hours losing 1,500m/4,900 in altitude to get to Bimthang(3720 meters). If the wind blows, it can get really cold along the way. You have to be extra careful if you encounter ice and snow along the way. The trekking trail from Dharamsala takes you along a gentle ascent to a ridge. Then will be a long gentle climb to the moraine. The trail along the northern moraine of the Larke Glacier is not quite steep. However, the trek is quite long and rocky. So you might find this a bit challenging. From the glacier, you can see the Larke Peak (Larke Himal) and Pawar Peak (Cheo Himal) on the south and north of the glacier respectively. From the pass, you will trek uphill to an ablation valley. The trail then drops down to the first of four small scattered frozen lakes. As you trek uphill to the glacial moraine from the left, you will get to the first set of summit flags. The trail overlooks the Tibetan border ranges beyond Samdo Peak on the eastern side. There is a long moraine-ridge that is parallel to the Larke wall. A set of flags separates the Larke Wall. These flags are the markers of the border between the Manaslu and Annapurna Conservation areas. This place is a wonderful point to see the various peaks like Pawar Peak (6,620m/21,720ft), Cheo Himal (6,820m/22,376ft), the Himlung pyramid (7,126m/23,380ft), Gyaji Kung (7,030m23,065ft), Kang Garu (6,981m/22,905ft) plus Annapurna II (7,937m/26,041ft). After spending some time in Larkya La pass, you will start your descent begins from these prayer flags. The trail descends steeply from the moraine. Then you will get to a set of steep zigzags until you reach Dangboche Kharka (4,450m/14,600ft). The trail from Dangboche Kharka is not really steep. The trail winds along the lateral moraine of the Salpudanda/Bimthang glacier before getting to Bimthang Valley. Overnight at Bimthang (3710 metres)

Trek to Bhimthang 3,720m via Larkya La Pass 5,106m

After crossing the Larkya La pass, you will descend from Bhimthang to Tilje. The trek is relatively easy on this day. You will be able to see Mt. Manaslu, Himlung Himal, and other peaks from a distance. You will reach Tilje after walking for around 7 hours. Spend the night at Tilje.

Trek from Bhimtang to Tilje (2,300 m)

Today you will not have to walk that much in comparison to the other days of the trek. We will also meet on the route to Annapurna Base Camp. You will reach Dharapani in about 5 hours followed by a scenic drive to Besisahar with Marsyangdi River, Chamje, and Jagat along the way.

Trek from Tilje to Dharapani & Drive to Besisahar (760 m)

Today, you will head back to Kathmandu. You will follow the Prithvi Highway en route to Kathmandu. To reach our destination, we need to drive for about 7-8 hours by jeep and 9-10 hours by local bus. On the way, you can view natural waterfalls, rice-field, local house, forest, and streams.

Drive from Besisahar to Kathmandu. 1,355m

On the last day, we will drive you to the Tribhuvan International Airport at the scheduled time for your flight home.

Departure day

Add-ons & Options

Porter / Guide Service
Porter Services - USD 160
- Let our skilled porters handle your gear, allowing you to fully embrace the stunning landscapes of the Manaslu Circuit Trek. One porter can be shared between two trekkers, with a maximum load of 25 kg.
Private Guides - USD 35
- Private Guides /Day/Guest
Transportation
Private Jeep - USD 150
Jeep From Kathmandu - Machikhola
Private Jeep - USD 60
Jeep from Dharapani to Kathmandu
Location
FAQs

There is no age restriction for trekkers who are willing to join the Manaslu Base Camp trek as this is not considered as difficult. One thing is you should expect yourself to go for it with great confidence and self-motivation. While on the trek you will have our well-experienced guide and mostly your confidence will won’t it that as hard as others say.

Wandering Trails provides you with the best quality of trekking with the best itinerary at a very affordable price. The 14-day Base Camp Trek with the best compliments and service is just provided at $950 each.

You will be provided with a portion of high-quality food and accommodation. During the trekking time, you will be provided meals three times a day including breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Also, you will given some sort of complimentary drinks, coffee, juice, and fruits on the trail to keep you hydrated and fit.

There is no limitation on the weight of your backpack, you can pack it according to your itinerary and the days you are staying there. So, prepare and get ready with the materials mentioned above in the checklist.

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