Manaslu trek all inclusive 18 Days

According to Government Rules, the Manaslu circuit trek is not possible for single trekkers, a group minimum of 2 is required.

The Manaslu massif is located north of the city of Ghorka, next to the Annapurna mountain range. This Manaslu trek is just as varied as the Annapurna circuit trek. The great advantage of the Manaslu Circuit is that you can hike through a tranquil region. As a trekker, you are obliged to hire a guide and only a registered trekking agency may issue a trekking permit for you. Due to this measure, many backpackers stay away from this circuit. Therefore this region maintains more of its authentic and spectacular character.
The Manaslu trek begins and ends amongst the green rice fields. In between, you pass wild gorges, waterfalls, and subtropical forests and eventually you pass the Larkya La pass at 5200 meters altitude. This is situated in a desolate landscape of rocks, snow and ice. After this high mountain pass, you will descend down to the warmer region of the rice fields. You finish the trek on a small part of the Annapurna Circuit.

The Manaslu trek itinerary begins with a day drive to Macha Khola which is situated 35 kilometres from Ghorka. For the last kilometres you travel on an unpaved road through the rice fields. From the little village of Macha Khola, you will hike through small villages and open wide trails. Here it is warm and tropical and you will pass through several bamboo forests. The closer you get to the swirling Burhi Gandaki, the more you walk into a gorge. Once into the canyon, you will hike past high rock walls and beautiful waterfalls. You cross the Burhi Gandaki river regularly by suspension bridges, and during other parts of this trek, you will hike right beside the river. The earthquake of April 2015 destroyed a critical part of the trail. This section of the Manaslu trek was restored by donations from foreign foundations in 2016. A 200 meters steel cantilever pathway has been built, and both trekkers and locals can safely travel along the trail again. Eventually, you hike out of the gorge and the valley opens up to you. In the landscape, you can see obvious signs of the local Buddhist culture. You will notice this when you pass by the characteristic Buddhist mani walls, and Buddhist chortens. More and more the snowy mountain peaks are showing themselves. Starting from the village of Samagoan the mountain slopes are overgrown with birch and juniper. From here on it is still a couple of days of hiking to the Larkya La pass. From Larkya Phedi you will leave early in the morning with your guide to climb the high pass. While crossing Larkya La you will be treated to a spectacular view of the snowy peaks. You will see the famous Himalaya peaks including the Himlung Himal and Annapurna II. After passing the Larkya La, the Manaslu trek descends steeply downwards. The alpine vegetation will again be replaced by the warm forests of rhododendron. Once descended the last part of the Manaslu trek follows the trail of the Annapurna Circuit. Back in Kathmandu you will enjoy one day of souvenir shopping or visiting one of the cultural sites in the Kathmandu valley.