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Manaslu Circuit Trek: A 12-Days Adventure with Diverse Landscapes and Cultural Exposure

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Embark on a 12-day adventure through the Manaslu Circuit Trek in Nepal. Experience unspoiled beauty, diverse landscapes, cultural immersion, breathtaking views, wildlife spotting, and a physical challenge.

Duration: 12 days

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Kathmandu or Pokhara to Arughat, Drive to Soti Khola (9 hrs)

Soti Khola - On the first day of Manaslu circuit trekking, we begin early as we drive along the Prithivi highway and then enter a branch road at Malekhu. Then, we travel across colorful villages and farmlands for a total of 8-9 hours to reach Soti Khola following the flat path on the bank of Budhi Gandaki River.

Trek to Machha Khola (900m)

Machhakhola - After having breakfast in Sotikhola, we hike through more verdant forests and vibrant villages. We will reach Lapu Besi, which is a village inhabited by Gurungs. From there, we walk further along the zigzag path to reach Machha Khola after 6 hours.

Trek to Jagat (1,350m)

Trek to Deng (1,804m)

Philim - After breakfast, we begin our hike and cross yet another suspension bridge before reaching Philim. Gurung communities mostly inhabit the village. Filled with traditional houses, serene monasteries, and chortens, it provides stunning insights to the rich Gurung tradition. After crossing more bridges, we will reach the village of Deng, which is famous for its agriculture.

Trek to Namrung (2,639m)

Namrung - We hike through a flat trail and then ascend to Namrung through a green forest. With views of Manaslu along with ridges and valleys,we will enjoy our way to Namrung. It is a Buddhist
village with several monasteries, chortens, and Prayer Flags.

Trek to Samagaon (3,540m)

Acclimatization at Samagaon (3,540m)

Samagaun - We will hike in Samagaun for the day for acclimatization. And, as an acclimatization hike, you will walk to Pungyen Gompa on the east of the Nubri Valley. On this acclimatization hike, you can bring your lunch and take it at the rest stops for energy. Like other days, you will walk across the roaring river which keeps you engaged for around 2 hours on the trail The place is surrounded by some breathtaking views as well as verdant forest.

Trek to Samdo (3,860m)

Trek to Dharmasala (4,460m)

Trek to Larkya La Pass/Bimthang (5,160m/3,720m)

Trek to Gho(2505m) (visit Ponkar Lake 3965 meter)

4WD Drive to Besisahar (headquarters of Lamjung District) and transfer to Pokhara or Kathmandu.

What's Included

Experienced registered trekking guide with full board and insurance
All necessary trekking permits including Manaslu, MCAP, ACAP
Three daily meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Trekking lodge accommodation throughout the journey
Round-trip public transport between trailheads and major cities

What's Not Included

Personal expenses (laundry, bar bills, wifi, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower etc)
Tips for guides and porters
Travel and rescue insurance

Additional Information

Manaslu Circuit Trek is one of the most rewarding and adventurous treks in Nepal and has many aspects that make it a unique choice for travelers.

Unspoiled Beauty: It’s perfect for those who wish to enjoy the serenity and natural beauty of the Himalayas without the crowds.

Diverse Landscapes: The trek offers an incredible variety of landscapes, from lush forests and terraced fields to rugged mountain terrain and stunning alpine vistas.

Cultural Immersion: The trek takes you through several traditional Nepalese and Tibetan villages, giving you the opportunity to experience local culture and customs.

Breathtaking Views: The Manaslu Circuit offers some of the best mountain views in the world.

Wildlife Spotting: The region is rich in biodiversity. You might spot wildlife like the Himalayan Thar, Snow Leopard, and various bird species.

Physical Challenge: The Manaslu Circuit is a physically demanding trek that provides an excellent challenge for those looking to push their limits.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Passport68020778161

Nov 14, 2023

Exellent - This was my third trip to Nepal, so I can compare. North Nepal Travel And Treks – very good tour company. Organisation of our treck was exellent. Lalu - the best guid! He is very professional, pleasant and, in total, like a caring nanny. Tho porters - cheerful, attentive, also very caring. When I had a health problem on the route – they acted immediately and very effectively. They not only quickly took me to the hospital and accompanied me there, but also promptly changed the route for the rest of the participants, so everyone was very satisfied. I wholeheartedly recommend this company.

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W757aachristiant

Nov 9, 2023

Go with North Nepal Treks to Nepal - Just came back from Manaslu circuit excellent arranged by Mohan at North Nepal Treks. Two weeks in heaven together with and old friend and a new one - our guide Zeewan - superman on the planet - and a caring mountain man. We chose North Nepal treks advised from my daugther and her fiance who went on the same trip 6 months earlier after scanning the market of agiencies together with recommendations from her friends. Was our jubilee trip after our Annapurna circuit trip 40 years ago. Meaning we are 64 years old, but still relatively fit and running marathons though. Everything went smooth and easy. We want to go again but only with this company. Seriously Hi from Hans and Chris from Denmark

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Nataliarh3830ny

Apr 18, 2023

Raj is the best! - My partner and I joined another couple on the Manaslu + Tsum Valley trek with Raj! Raj was absolutely amazing to work, after having a terrible experience with a previous guide he was a breathe of fresh air— both because of his excellence as a guide, and because of his kindness as a person. I think he’s a perfect guide if you’re new or relatively new to trekking (it was my first time!) but might be a little slow if —like my partner — you’ve been doing this a long time and want to push the pace. With Raj you can expect: -receiving a clear itinerary every evening about what to expect from the next day’s hike -little cultural language snidbits and quizzes 😁 - help even when you’re doing foolish things against advisement, like crossing a River (thanks again for creating that stone path for me Raj). - emotional elegance. Raj is open and quick to smile but can also handle corrupt police for you 💪🏽. - someone truly caring who wants to share his culture with you. -good English :).

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Tuxenkbh

Apr 18, 2023

Raj Rai is the man! - We did the Manaslu + Tsum valley trek (17 days) with Raj Rai in April 2023. We had a great experience, and Raj was amazing. Here is why: - Raj's English is great (very important and not to be taken for granted among guides!) - Raj is very attentive and talkative, yet also has a great respect for privacy and personal space. Very socially intelligent and nice to be around. Raj solved everything calmly and elegantly and he even solved conflicts arising in other trekking groups when necessary. - Raj is very aware of atmosphere and hygiene when selecting accomodation. If the kitchen is questionable or the food is simply just taking too long, he'll jump in the kitchen and cook himself, for you and even for other clients (he is a chef and had his own restaurant a few years back) - Raj was thorough in briefing us every evening and having a "how was the day" meeting. He was genuinely interested in our experience and wanted our feedback, whether good or bad. - Raj explained local culture and customs underway, and also gave us a lot of extra info about Nepalese culture, politics and social problems, as he could feel we were interested also in knowing the less fortunate stuff about Nepalese society. - Raj was very aware of safety. He has experience as a climber and is more than competent enough as a trekking guide. We felt very safe walking with Raj over the 5100 meter high Larkye La pass in terms of avalanche danger and altitude. Overall, we'd recommend Raj to anyone.

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