Manaslu Circuit Trek 12 Days

You will trek to Jagat today which is in Lamjung District. The path towards Jagat is also filled with suspension bridges. The tracks are along the hillsides.

Jagat is another village area on the way. You will see local people carrying their loads in a Doko (jute basket) on their back. They carry their foods and other necessities on their back. The normal transport facilities are not convenient in this place.

You will rest for the night here.

Deng is a more rural place than the others you have trekked to until this trek. You will pass through Philim to reach Deng. It takes about 3 hours to reach Philim. This trek consists of climbing up and down the hill many times.

The roads are rocky but you will reach a plain trail as you cross Philim. You will see millet and corn crops on the way. You will pass through bridges and small wooden bridges which are fun to walk in.

The village has people belonging to the Magar and Gurung community. The Gurungs had migrated from Tibet back in the 6th Century.

You will find a different peace there with the prayer flags and small Buddhist shrines.

You will stay here, have dinner and leave tomorrow morning.

Trek to Namrung is the transition of the village to the mountain areas.

You will get closer to your destination as you reach to Namrung. You can feel it since you will be able to see the heads of the mountains from here. The distance is 19.5 kilometers.

You need to get rest along the way as you will get tired. Take more time to enjoy the views and the real fun of the trek. You will pass through Rabagaon, Bihi and Prok village to reach Namrung.

Namrung is actually situated next to the Budhi Gandaki river. So, you will walk beside the river to reach Nemrung. On the way, you will see small villages and the houses made from stones.

After reaching to Namrung, you will have your dinner and rest there.

As you hike from Namrung to Shyala, the route gradually opens up to expose some of the most spectacular mountain views on the Manaslu Circuit. The most famous of these is Mt. Manaslu (8,163 meters), the world’s eighth highest peak, which comes into full view as you approach Lho and becomes much more dominating from Shyala. Its snow-covered face rises impressively above the valley, serving as the region’s crown jewel.

Manaslu is flanked by several other tall peaks. To the southeast, you’ll notice Himal Chuli (7,893 meters ), a rugged, incredible summit which adds to the panoramic beauty.

Samagaon is also known as the gateway to Manaslu. Samagaon is 1400 meters below the base camp of Manaslu.

After breakfast in the morning, you will head to Samagaon. There are a number of teahouses there for relaxing teas. The small place to stay will give you magnificent views of the mountains including Manaslu. The monks there might welcome you for blessings.

You will also witness Rhododendron woods if you go a bit below Samagaon. The roads might be a bit muddy on the way to Samagaon but the views will make you forget all the hassle.

Here, you will stay for the night.

This is the acclimatization day at Sama Gaon to prevent altitude sickness. As an acclimatization hike, you will visit Pungyen Gompa, located east of Nubra Valley. This acclimatization hike needs a packed lunch.

Once on the mountaintop, you will have breathtaking views of Manaslu. There are many Himalayan Thars and Yaks grazing nearby.

You may trek to Manaslu Base Camp, north of Sama Gaon, to witness the beautiful Manaslu Mountain. Follow the trail past Birendra Tal and then turn left onto the base camp route.

You’ll climb the steady trails. However, the altitude can cause breathing difficulties. So, keep your body hydrated and walk slowly. You will walk slowly north of Manaslu Glacier to the basecamp at 4,400m then return.

Or, you may go hiking to Birendra Tal, a short walk from Sama gaon. This is an option if you need to rest or are having difficulty with the altitude.

The northern side of the Samdo is the Nepal – Tibet border. It is also the path to discover the view of the 8th highest mountain in the world. The distance between Samagaon and Samdo is 16.4 kilometers.

You will also witness different snow-capped mountains there.

The local lifestyle here is completely different the way they follow Buddhism. On the way, you will pass Lela Kharka and Khermo Kharka. There are also nearby Tibetan villages.

The ninth day you will go to Dharamsala from Samdo after breakfast. Dharamsala is famous for tea houses. It is also the last spot you will rest before reaching the Manaslu Circuit Trek.

You will find a wide range of teahouses which you can enjoy during the trek. Snow-capped mountains and the scenic beauty will surround you. This place is perfect to stay overnight to rest and enjoy the tea.

Moreover, you will pass through Larke Bazaar. Larke Bazaar is a seasonal Tibetan Market in Dharamsala. You will see many glaciers and mani walls on the way as well.

You will stay here for a night.

This is the main destination in this trek. You will trek to Bimthang via the trails of Larke Pass. This is the most challenging part of the trek you will face. Make sure to take frequent rest and not put pressure on yourself.

Even though this part is the most challenging, it is worth it.

The reason why this is also the best part is that you will see views of Mt. Manaslu, Himlung Himal, Annapurna II, and Kangguru Himal. Moreover, you will explore the isolated and preserved areas of Manaslu.

You will be staying there overnight.

After a good amount of breakfast served there, you will head to Dharapani. You will pass your way through Marshyangdi Canyon to reach to Dharapani. It is also the trekking routes around Annapurna and Manaslu connect. You will see the beautiful Marshyangdi river as well.

From Dharapani to Beshisahar, you will take a jeep. You will then take a journey back to Kathmandu. There will be a 6-7 hour drive once reaching Beshisahar, and then you’ll be able to rest in one of the best hotels of Kathmandu or Pokhara.

Today you can either stay back and enjoy a free day in Kathmandu or leave for your respective countries.

It’s time to say good-by to Nepal. Enjoy your final moments in Kathmandu by having breakfast in a café, taking a city stroll, and/or shopping for souvenirs.

A representative will meet you at your hotel and transfer you to the airport to catch your return flight home. It’s good to be at the airport at least two and half hours prior to departure.