# 12-Day Manaslu Circuit Trek: Remote Himalayan Adventure

**Category:** Adventure
**Location:** Kathmandu, Nepal
**Duration:** 288 hours
**Price:** from USD 1469 per participant

## About

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 | Kathmandu–Arughat–Machha Khola (869 m)
Drive ~140 km (6–7 h) via the Trishuli River to Arughat (550 m), then along the Budhi Gandaki to Machha Khola (“Fish River”). Overnight in teahouse. Meals: B/L/D.

Day 2 | Machha Khola–Khorla Besi–Jagat (1,340 m)
Follow the Budhi Gandaki to Khorla Besi (970 m) and Tatopani hot springs. Cross suspension bridges and climb to Jagat, the Manaslu Conservation Area checkpoint. Trek: 22 km, 6–7 h.

Day 3 | Jagat–Sridibas–Nyak Phedi–Deng (1,860 m)
Ascend via Salleri and Gurung village Sridibas. Cross the river to Nyak Phedi’s bamboo forests, then follow the river to Deng. Trek: 19 km, 5–6 h.

Day 4 | Deng–Rana–Namrung (2,630 m)
Pass Rana (1,980 m) and Bihi Phedi farmland. Reach Namrung, a checkpoint with views of Manaslu, Himal Chuli, and Saula Himal. Trek: 18 km, 5–6 h.

Day 5 | Namrung–Lihi–Lho (3,180 m)
Cross potato and barley fields to Lihi (2,860 m) for Manaslu vistas. Continue past yak pastures to Lho, a Gurung village with monasteries. Trek: 10 km, 4–5 h.

Day 6 | Lho–Syala–Samagaun (3,530 m)
Walk through pine and birch to Syala (3,480 m) with sunrise views of Ngadi Chuli. Continue to Samagaun, a major stop with stone houses and monasteries. Trek: 17 km, 5–6 h.

Day 7 | Rest in Samagaun (3,530 m)
Acclimatize with short hikes around Budhi Gandaki valley. Visit 200-year-old Pungyen Gompa and enjoy views of Ngadi Chuli and Annapurna II.

Day 8 | Samagaun–Samdo (3,875 m)
Follow Mani walls through Tibetan-style villages to Samdo, the last permanent settlement before Tibet. Trek: 8 km, 3–4 h.

Day 9 | Samdo–Larkya Bazaar–Dharamsala (4,460 m)
Pass yak caravans to Larkya Bazaar with peaks in view, then descend to Dharamsala (Larkya Phedi) for final acclimatization. Trek: 10 km, 4–5 h.

Day 10 | Dharamsala–Larkya La Pass (5,160 m)–Bhimthang (3,720 m)
Start early for the trek’s highest, toughest climb to Larkya La Pass, with sweeping views of Himlung Himal and Ngadi Chuli. Descend via moraine fields to Bhimthang. Trek: 24 km, 8–9 h.

Day 11 | Bhimthang–Yak Kharka–Gho–Tilije (2,300 m)
Pass Yak Kharka (4,050 m), descend through rhododendron forests, cross Dudh Khola, and reach Tilije. Trek: 18 km, 6–7 h.

Day 12 | Tilije–Besisahar–Kathmandu (1,400 m)
Drive through farmland and river valleys to Besisahar, then follow Marshyangdi and Trishuli rivers back to Kathmandu (~160 km, 6–7 h).

## What's included

- Vehicles pick up and drop off at international and domestic airports.
- A highly experienced government-licensed guide and porter.
- All Domestic Flights and Bus Tickets.
- Three meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) during the trek.
- Wages, accommodation, meals, gear, and medication for all the staff.
- Drinking water during the trek.
- All Administrative expenses and government taxes.
- All trekking permits required for the trip.All trekking permits required for the trip.
- Assistance for emergency Rescue.
- A participation Certificate.
- Farewell dinner after the trip.
- Immerse yourself in the rich culture of Hindu and Buddhist villages
- Trek through alpine meadows, rhododendron forests, and yak pastures
- Cross the Larkya La Pass at 5,160 meters for stunning mountain views
- Enjoy a hassle-free experience with a guide, porter, and all permits
- Savor three meals a day during the trek and a farewell dinner in Kathmandu

## What's not included

- International flight tickets.
- Nepali entry visa fee.
- All accommodation and meals in Kathmandu and extra accommodation in Kathmandu due to early return from the trek, early arrival, or late departure.
- Personal expenses. (hot shower, wifi, battery charge, cold drinks, alcohol, extra porters, shopping snacks, personal clothing & gear)
- Travel insurance.
- Tips for guides and porters.
- Excess Baggage Charges.

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