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Manasulu Circuit Trekking

An adventure around massive north and south face of Mt. Manaslu .

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Overview

Manaslu Circuit Trekking is one of the elusive adventurers following on the old Trans Himalaya Caravan and Salt Trade Route. Where Yak, mules, and horses laden with goods of spices, rock salt, and wools passed through to Nepal and Tibet border. The beautiful valley of the high Manaslu region remained closed for many years and was opened from 1992 onwards. But remains one of the restricted areas of Nepal Himalayas, one can visit having special permits.
An exciting and wonderful Himalayan region to explore and experience, situated on the northern rim of Gorkha district. Around Nepal North Mid-West within Mansri Himal range where massif Manaslu Himalayas group of peaks is located. Manaslu Circuit Trekking leads to a great scenic adventure as well as getting the taste of local impressive cultures. As you trek and explore lovely traditional villages lined with old Buddhist religious monuments and prayer walls. Apart from scenic views of snow peaks, the surrounding landscapes and nice well-kept farm villages are equally fascinating. The most interesting part of the adventure on Manaslu Circuit is traversing over the high Larke-La Pass.Which forms a boundary between the Gorkha areas of Manaslu valley with Manang district, where our trekking completes at Dharapani village.Manaslu Circuit Trekking begins after taking a long and interesting overland journey from Kathmandu. Heading towards lower warm farm areas of Gorkha at Machha-Khola village to start the walk following the glacial Budi-Gandaki River.
On leaving the low sub-tropical farmland towards cooler hills amidst a forest of pines and rhododendron trees. The walk leads to higher green hills and farm villages of Jagat, Philim, and Deng then reaches the lovely village of Lo-Gaon. From Lo-Gaon into scenic and high Manaslu valley where tree lines slowly give away for shorter alpine bush and shrubs. As route follows another interesting village at Sama-Gaon, facing grand majestic Mt. Manaslu North Face.At Sama-Gaon with time exploring its beautiful viewpoints and the village of great cultural interest. After Sama-Gaon back on the trail walking towards the end of Manaslu valley to Dharmasala at Larke Phedi.The bottom of Larke-La pass offers superb views of surrounding Himalayan peaks with Larke and Cheo Himal. Includes an array of Manaslu Himalaya peaks, and getting ready for the long and tough climb of the adventure.Next early morning a steep uphill walk above Dharmasala small settlement with few simple lodges. As the climb progresses reaching on top the highest spot of trekking at Larke-La Pass above 5,106 m and 16,752 feet.

Enjoy the glorious panorama of the surrounding series of high snow mountain ranges with Manaslu Himalaya lines of peaks. Includes views of Annapurna peaks, Damodar Himal as far as Himlung Himal towards west around Manang areas.From the pass, it is all downhill and back into dense forest to Bhimthang or Bhimphedi. A lovely nice settlement within forest surrounding, from here onwards into a district of Manang. After a pleasant overnight getting relaxed after a long tough day walk, then slowly adventure comes to an end. On reaching Dharapani village, where the famous Annapurna and Manaslu Circuit trail meets, and joins onward to Manang and Lamjung routes. Spending last overnight in the mountain village at Dharapani, a long and exciting drive brings you back to Kathmandu. After an overwhelming adventure and great wonderful experience on Manaslu Circuit Trekking.

Itinerary

Day 1Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.

On first arrival at Kathmandu and Nepal International Airport received by our guide and staff with traditional greetings. Taking care of your baggage, and then a short drive to the hotel, located in the heart of a city near the exciting areas at Thamel. Check into your lovely rooms, after getting refreshed from the Jet-Lag, join in with other members for group briefing. Provided by your guide or Group Leader, offering information regarding the trek, hotels, local lodge.As well of local culture with do’s and don’ts, evening a group welcome dinner in a nice authentic Nepali Restaurants. Entertains the environment with folk cultural program as introduction to Nepalese heritage and culture.

Day 2Tour of Kathmandu heritage sites of great interest.

Morning after breakfast, at given time our city and cultural guide will receives you at the hotel. A short drive to the hub of Kathmandu city, for exciting tour of old Durbar Square / Palace Courtyard. The area is teemed with life and activities, a great way to soak into Nepalese cultures. Visiting historical and religious monuments listed in UNESCO World Heritage Sites most of the ancient buildings.After an interesting time at Durbar Square, a short drive to Nepal’s most important landmark, the Swayambhunath Stupa of more than 2,600 years old history.A Buddhist monument tucked on a hill top west of the city, from here visit the Hindu holy temple of Pashupatinath. The tour continues to large dome Stupa of Bouddhanath, as well known as ‘Little Tibet’. A great place to enjoy the tour of the world’s largest Stupa with all seeing eyes of Lord Buddha.Enjoying the day tour, transfer back to hotel rest of the afternoon preparation for the trekking and packing the right gear.

Day 3Drive to Machha Khola 900 m / 2,952 feet approx. 8 hours.

Start the long driving journey as early as possible, having some morning refreshment. As drive leads beyond Kathmandu valley and down to low warm warm paddy farm areas, village. Heading to a high hills and towards Gorkha district at Arughat town, located on the shelf of Buri-Gandaki River.
From Arughat, on the same four wheel of changing to local vehicles for another few hour drives to Machha Khola. A small farm village for overnight stop, the name Machha Khola means a Fishing streams nearby.

Day 4Trek to Jagat 1,340 m -06 hours walks.

After a pleasant overnight in a farm village of Machha Khola, walk heads north towards Jagat hill village. The trail follows through several farm settlements and villages and within a forest of Sal trees and bamboo. Reaching Tatopani a place with natural hot-spring, from here climb to cooler hills and finally ending the walk at Jagat. A nice large village populated with mixed tribes of hill people and culture of both Hindu and Buddhism. Transfer into a nice simple lodge, rest of the day time to observe the local village life.

Day 5Trek to Deng 1,860 m via Philim village-06 hours.

From Jagat onwards, the trail follows uphill into a forested areas and then with ups and down. Reaching a nice spread out farm village of Philim, with neat
terraces of crops, growing maize, millets and wheat. After a possible rest for lunch stop, afternoon climb continues till a small village at Deng is reached for overnight. Here from Deng onwards within Buddhist country of strong Tibetan culture and custom.

Day 6Trek to Namrung 2, 900 m-05 hours.

Morning walk, starts with climb and then down to a stream and close to Buri-Gandaki River. The walk follows to steep uphill into dense forest of pines and
rhododendron, as you can feel the cooler air. Where altitude gains slowly and then reaching a nice moderate farm village at Namrung for overnight halt.
Enjoy the view of snow-capped peaks of Manaslu Himal range as far towards Ganesh Himal.

Day 7Trek to Lo-Gaon 3, 180 m-05 hours.

On leaving Namrung village, heading to a steep climb into dense woodland above Buri-Gandaki River. Walk leads to few short down and on gradual winding path
past few smaller settlements with tea-houses and shops. Slowly our walk completes after an interesting day reaching another lovely village of Lo-Gaon.
From the village overlooking magnificent views of Mt. Manaslu North Face with Sringi and Boudha Himal. An interesting village to explore and visit its old monastery of great cultural and religious interest.

Day 8Trek to Sama-Gaon 3, 500 m /11, 480 feet-06 hours.

Walk today leads to the main village of Upper Manaslu valley at Sama-Gaon, on leaving Lo-Gaon. Following a high trail through number of smaller settlements of Yak and cattle herder temporary summer grazing areas. The views of Manaslu Himalaya range follows along the walk till Sama-Gaon is reached for two
overnights stops.

Day 9At Sama-Gaon rest day for acclimatization and excursion.

A free and rest day at Sama-Gaon for acclimatization as well for short hike to its view-points. Sama-Gaon located on route to Manaslu Base Camp as well to a scenic glacial lake called Birendra Tal. Rest of the explore the village observing the local daily chores of farm life and breeding and raising livestock.

Day 10Trek to Samdo 3,690 m -05 hours.

After a pleasant moment at Samdo, enjoying an extra day to experience local immense culture and custom. Morning from Sama-Gaon, walk leads further west
on dry and arid country, where tree lines fades for smaller juniper bush. The trail follows along with exciting views of surrounding snow peaks and then a short steep climb to Samdo. Quite a large village with more than 50 houses for almost 200 inhabitants. The village located on route to Tibet border, as well to our next destinations Dharmasala and Larke-La Pass.

Day 11Trek to Dharmasala 4, 450 m /14, 596 feet-04 hours.

A short day walk to Dharmasala or Larke Phedi, bottom of the pass as well the end of Manaslu valley. Start the morning down to a river valley, walking on rocky path crossing few icy streams. Then reaching Dharmasala for lunch and last overnight around Manaslu and Gorkha areas. Dharmasala, a small settlement tucked in a corner of glacial moraine and dunes surrounded by high peaks of Larke and Cheo Himal. This place with few simple lodges and guest houses, during high season of trekking the place is flooded with trekkers.

Day 12Trek to Bhimphedi 3, 590 m via Larke-La Pass 5,106 m -08 hours.

The Big Day! Of the adventure to cross over high Larke-La Pass, start the walk early morning having good breakfast. As well carrying simple packed lunch for the long day walk, following the lead guide heading for a steep climb. Walk over moraine of rocks and boulders close to ablation of Larke glacier,
following a high path. Enjoy grand views of Cho Danda and near Larke Peak, as the climb continues, then reaching on top Larke-La. The pass adorned with
thousands of colorful Buddhist prayer flags and rock cairns.

Day 13Trek to Gho 2,535 m- 04 hrs.

Today short day walk, after a tough long trek of previous day, from Bhimthang rest of the walk on downhill. Where altitude drops every hour and then, feeling good on completing our major highlight. A beautiful walk within a cool coniferous forest with short climb, but more or less on downhill to Gho for overnight stop.A small settlement with few simple lodge around cattle herders grazing place in the middle of lovely woodland.

Day 14Trek to Dharapani village 1,820 m -05 hrs.

Last day trek of the adventure, on leaving Gho a small settlement, walk downhill into dense forested path. After few hours of good walk reaching Tilje, a nice village, above Masrsyangdi River. At Tilje for lunch stop, afternoon a short climb to cross a bridge and then reaching Dharapani for overnight stop.
Dharapani, a nice moderate village, located on a road side, at the junction of popular Annapurna and Manaslu Circuit route.At Dharapani transfer into a lodge, every inns and guest houses are much better standard than other previous overnights.

Day 15Drive to Kathmandu-08 hours.

Leaving the high country of Manang area and Manaslu Himalayas. Morning from Dharapani village, taking a drive heading downhill to Besisar town, and then on winding main highway following Trisuli River. An exciting drive through low warm farm areas and towns, with last uphill then reaching Kathmandu city. After a grand marvelous adventure on Manaslu Circuit trekking, having a wonderful time of a life time experience.

Day 16Free day in Kathmandu for individual activities.

Enjoy the full free day in Kathmandu relaxing and recalling the memories of wonderful Manaslu Circuit Trek. Options for an exciting tour of Patan / Lalitpur and Bhaktapur, or enjoy individual activities shopping souvenirs of Nepal.

Day 17International departure for homeward bound.

Last day in Kathmandu and in amazing country Nepal, as per your international flight time our staff transfer you to the airport. Then bid farewell to guide and staff as you enter the airport terminal for homeward bound flight, after a marvelous enjoyable adventure on Manaslu Circuit Trekking.

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      Major Highlights

      1. An adventure of a great changes in landscapes, vegetation, climate and culture .
      2. Explore the high Manaslu traditional villages enriched with ancient heritage .
      3. Scenic views of snow-capped peaks on daily walks with beautiful scenery .
      4. Trekking around world’s 8th highest mountain range from north to south .
      5. At Larke-La Pass the highest point facing breathtaking mountain panorama .

       

      Short Trek Profile

      Trekking Mode

      Tourist standard to *** Hotels in Kathmandu and in best available lodges on treks.

      Trekking Grade

      Moderate with Ups & Downhill walks.

      Highest Spot

      At Larke-La Pass at 5,106 m /16,752 feet.

      Activities

      Kathmandu sightseeing tour, exciting drives, with scenic and cultural trek.

      Trek duration

      12 Nights & 13 Days with drive both ways

      Starting Point

      From Machha-Khola around Gorkha district.

      Ending Point

      At Dharapani village within Manang district.

      Trekking Routes

      Machha-Khola-Jagat-Deng, Lo-Gaon-Sama-Gaon Samdu-Dharmasala.

      Return Route

      Larke-La to Bhimthang-Dharapani-Kathmandu.

      Total Trip

      16 Nights & 17 Days from arrival to departure.

      Best Seasons

      The best seasons for Manaslu Circuit Trekking are in spring and autumn/fall however one can visit nearly all year round, except for the wet monsoon time of July and August. The main flow and high season are spring starting from March to May, where days are longer with enough sun-light hours. Spring, is the perfect season when wildflowers are in seasonal bloom, especially the rhododendron of various species from tall trees to short bushes.Morning and late afternoon till night time is cold from 2,000 m above, chances of light rain and snow-fall sometimes. The next best season is autumn/fall, the high time for trekking around the Himalayas. Most days are crystal clear for scenic walks and best views, but short days due to sun-light hours. Can be much colder from late afternoon till the next morning before the sun hits the area. Chances of snow-fall sometimes from 2,500 m high.

      What to Expect

      Nepal is a country of the world’s highest mountain range known as the Himalayas, where 80 % of landscapes are covered by hills. As well as greater ridges and mountains, where one can expect walking ups and downhill.The only flat land of the country is located south, which extends from the Far East to the Far West of Nepal. The low land is known as the Terai belt, of sub-tropical climate, the country with most mid and high hills.Mt. Manaslu is listed as the world’s 8th highest peak at 8,163 m / 26, 781 feet high, the first ascent by Japanese Expeditions on May 9th, 1956. The people around the hills, especially around the Gorkha district around the high Manaslu Valley populated by Manaslu or Bhotia people the highlanders of Manaslu Himalayas.The native of Manaslu Himal, interwoven with strong Buddhism religion heritage culture, similar to their Tibetan predecessors. Every house is adorned with prayer flags and villages have religious monuments and prayer walls.The hills are lined with beautiful forests lined with rhododendron, oaks, hemlocks, pines, and fir trees. Higher up with Juniper and Birch trees, but soon gives away for short bushes and shrubs within rocky and windswept terrains. Lovely villages from Jagat, Lo-Gaon, Sama-Gaon and Samdo with Dharapani village at the end of trek in Manang areas. The other places on the route like Dharmasala, Bhimthang, and Gho are temporary settlements to cater to the needs of travelers with nice simple huts serving as lodges.Nepal has more than 60 ethnic groups and 70 native spoken languages, with a blend of Hindu and Buddhism religions. On this trek expect more uphill climbs with downhill walks, but with constant views of snow-capped peaks. Overlooking Manaslu, Annapurna, and Ganesh Himal as far towards Himlung Himal of Upper Manang region of Nar and Phu.

      Extension trips

      People with enough time in Nepal, can join in for various adventure sports activities. Paragliding, Ultra-Light Flight, Bungee Jumping, Zip Flyer,White water or scenic float Rafting. Other extension program is Mountain Biking for few days, and trip to Chitwan National Park for Wild-Life Safari.

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