Manaslu Trekking

Among ten highest peaks in the world Nepal is blessed with the eight highest peaks. Mt Manaslu(8,156m) stands as the eighth highest peak in the world. Manaslu is known as “The Mountain of sprit” because the trek offers the monasteries and sacred places during the visit. The mountain was officially opened for the tourists in 1991. The mountain was ascended by Japanese Expedition every year from 1952 to 1956 and most information’s about the mountain can be obtained in Japanese. Therefore, it has another nick name “Japanese Mountain”.

Manaslu trekking is taken as one of the most challenging trek in Nepal. But, it is equally rewarding with the spectacular views of unspoiled peaks and unique alpine experiences. The main pass Larkya La Pass (5,213m) where many Tibetans pass through, is the biggest challenge for the trekkers. All the difficult attempts will be overwhelmed by it beautiful scenes. Manaslu Trekking offers the spectacular views rich cultures, heritages, unsurpassed beauty, biological diversity and snow-capped mountains. Here, Tibetan monks inhabit sacred monasteries’ and combined with the views of Tibetan plateau. Manaslu Trekking starts from Gandaki river valley through innumerable rivers waterfalls and Tibetan cultures, life styles among the Gurung people. Then, the strenuous section begins and Yaks begin to outnumber people to rocky landscape. In Samagaon (3,530m), we can visit glacial green Lake Birendra before crossing mystery Samdo, only 15 km from Tibetan boarder. You can trek around Manaslu from the historical area Gorkha, with its wonderful durbar (palace) to Kutang in lower Manaslu and on to upper Nubri where trade with Tibet continues. The trek has no rescue facilities except ‘trekkers Hotel’ and few signboards between Arughat to Tilje. Manaslu Trekking is quite challenging and all trekkers need to be well equipped.

Facts of Trip

Trip Highlights of Manaslu Trekking

Trip duration: 22 Days
Activities: Trekking & Walking, Cultural Tours & Sightseeing
Best season: April, May to September, October
Starting from: A day drive from Kathmandu to Gorkha/Arughat 
Ending at: Besisahar and drive back to Kathmandu
Grade: Moderate to Strenuous and alpine
Highest access of the trek: Larkey La Pass (5213 m)
Culture: Mixed with typical Nepalese and Tibetans inhabitant
Mode of Trekking Tour: Fully tented camp and lodge treks also possible
Himalayan views: Ganesh Himal, Manasulu, Annapurna region and Tibet ranges.
Most Attraction of the trek: Most challenging special trek in remote of Nepal and Himalayan view. Seeing life is exciting there.

Trip Map

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Trekking Itinerary of Manaslu Trekking

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu

Day 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing

Day 03: Kathmandu to Arughat 535m

Day 04: Arughat Bazaar to Soti Khola 730m.

Day 05: Soti Khola to Machha Khola 930m.

Day 06: Machha Khola to Jagat 1410m.

Day 07: Jagat to Deng 1800m.

Day 08: Deng to Prok 2300m.

Day 09: Prok to Namrung 2660m.

Day 10: Namrung to Lhogaon 3180m.

Day 11: Lhogaon to Samagaon 3530m.

Day 12: Samagaon to Samdu 3690m.

Day 13: Rest in Samdu

Day 14: Samdu to Larkya Bazaar 4090m.

Day 15: Larkya Bazaar to Larke Phedi 4470m.

Day 16: Larke Phedi to Bhimthang 3720m.

Day 17: Bhimthang to Dharapani 1860m.

Day 18: Dharapani to Sangye 1100m.

Day 19: Sangye to Bhulbhule 840m.

Day 20: Bhulbhule to Besisahar 820m drive back to Kathmandu 1300m

Day 21: Free and shooping day in Kathmandu

Day 22: International Departure