Manaslu Circuit Trek 14 Days

8-10 Hours Teahouse/LodgeLunch + Dinner

Altitude: 930 m
Driving Time: 8–10 hours
Distance: Approximately 160 km
Accommodation: Teahouse/Lodge
Meals: Lunch and Dinner

Your Manaslu Circuit Trek begins with an early morning drive from Kathmandu toward Machha Khola. The journey follows the Prithvi Highway before turning toward the Gorkha and Manaslu region. The road gradually enters the hills, passing through small settlements, terraced farmland, rivers and green valleys.

As you approach Machha Khola, the road becomes narrower and more rugged. Machha Khola is located along the Budhi Gandaki River and serves as the starting point for the main trekking section.

Highlights: Kathmandu Valley, Trishuli River, rural Nepal, Budhi Gandaki River and mountain villages.

Overnight: Machha Khola

6-7 Hours Teahouse/LodgeBreakfast + Lunch + Dinner

Altitude: 1,340 m
Walking Time: 6–7 hours
Distance: Approximately 22 km
Accommodation: Teahouse/Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

After breakfast, begin walking along the Budhi Gandaki River. The trail crosses several suspension bridges and passes through forests, waterfalls and small settlements.

The route has a mixture of gradual sections and short steep climbs. You pass through Khorlabesi and Tatopani, where natural hot springs are located. From Tatopani, the trail continues through narrow sections of the valley before reaching Dobhan and eventually Jagat.

Jagat is an important settlement and a formal entry point toward the higher Manaslu region.

Highlights: Suspension bridges, waterfalls, Budhi Gandaki River, Tatopani and traditional villages.

Overnight: Jagat

6-7 Hours Teahouse/LodgeBreakfast + Lunch + Dinner

Altitude: 1,860 m
Walking Time: 6–7 hours
Distance: Approximately 19 km
Accommodation: Teahouse/Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

The trek starts with a gradual climb through terraced fields and forested hills. You pass through Sirdibas before crossing the Budhi Gandaki River.

The trail continues toward Philim, a beautiful village surrounded by farmland and forest. From Philim, the landscape gradually becomes more dramatic as the valley narrows.

Continue through Pewa and bamboo forests toward Deng. As you gain elevation, the vegetation and scenery begin to change, providing your first impression of the higher Himalayan environment.

Highlights: Philim village, terraced fields, bamboo forests, suspension bridges and Budhi Gandaki gorge.

Overnight: Deng

6-7 Hours Teahouse/LodgeBreakfast + Lunch + Dinner

Altitude: 2,630 m
Walking Time: 6–7 hours
Distance: Approximately 19 km
Accommodation: Teahouse/Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Today the trail continues deeper into the Manaslu region. From Deng, walk through forests and along the Budhi Gandaki River before crossing the river and continuing toward Ghap.

The trail becomes increasingly scenic, with waterfalls, forested slopes and dramatic cliffs. After Ghap, continue climbing toward Namrung.

Namrung is one of the important villages of the upper Manaslu region and provides increasingly impressive views of the surrounding mountains.

Highlights: Forest trails, waterfalls, traditional settlements, mountain views and changing landscapes.

Overnight: Namrung

4-5 Hours Teahouse/LodgeBreakfast + Lunch + Dinner

Altitude: 3,180 m
Walking Time: 4–5 hours
Distance: Approximately 11 km
Accommodation: Teahouse/Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Today is a shorter trekking day, allowing you to gradually adapt to the increasing altitude.

From Namrung, the trail climbs through forests and traditional mountain settlements. The scenery becomes more alpine, while Tibetan Buddhist cultural influences become increasingly visible.

You pass through villages such as Lihi and Sho before reaching Lho. From Lho, you can enjoy impressive views of Manaslu and surrounding peaks.

Lho is a beautiful traditional village with monasteries, prayer flags and stone houses.

Highlights: Tibetan-influenced villages, Buddhist culture, mani walls, monasteries and Manaslu mountain views.

Overnight: Lho

4-6 Hours Teahouse/LodgeBreakfast + Lunch + Dinner

Altitude: 3,530 m
Walking Time: 4–6 hours
Distance: Approximately 15 km
Accommodation: Teahouse/Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Continue toward Samagaon, one of the most important settlements on the Manaslu Circuit.

The trail passes through alpine forests and open mountain landscapes. You will have increasingly close views of Manaslu and other surrounding peaks.

After passing through several small settlements, you arrive at Samagaon. The village is surrounded by spectacular Himalayan scenery and is an important cultural and acclimatization stop.

Highlights: Mount Manaslu, alpine landscapes, Buddhist villages, monasteries and traditional stone houses.

Overnight: Samagaon

3-6 Hours Hike Teahouse/LodgeBreakfast + Lunch + Dinner

Altitude: 3,530 m
Optional Hiking Time: 3–6 hours
Accommodation: Teahouse/Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Today is an important acclimatization day during the Manaslu Circuit Trek.

Rather than climbing to a higher sleeping altitude, spend the day exploring the surrounding area and return to Samagaon for the night.

Depending on weather, fitness and trail conditions, you can take an optional hike toward Birendra Lake, Pungyen Gompa or the direction of Manaslu Base Camp.

The surrounding area offers spectacular views of glaciers, mountains and high-altitude landscapes.

After the hike, return to Samagaon and spend the evening resting and preparing for the higher section of the trek.

Highlights: Acclimatization, Birendra Lake, Pungyen Gompa, Manaslu views and Tibetan Buddhist culture.

Overnight: Samagaon

3-4 Hours Teahouse/LodgeBreakfast + Lunch + Dinner

Altitude: 3,860 m
Walking Time: 3–4 hours
Distance: Approximately 8 km
Accommodation: Teahouse/Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

After breakfast, leave Samagaon and continue toward Samdo.

Today's trail is relatively short but takes you into a much higher and more barren environment. The landscape gradually changes from alpine vegetation to open Himalayan terrain.

You cross several streams and walk through broad valleys before reaching Samdo, a traditional settlement located close to the Tibetan border.

Because of the increasing elevation, maintain a comfortable pace and drink plenty of water.

Highlights: High Himalayan landscape, Tibetan culture, mountain views and Samdo village.

Overnight: Samdo

3-5 Hours Teahouse/LodgeBreakfast + Lunch + Dinner

Altitude: 4,460 m
Walking Time: 3–5 hours
Distance: Approximately 7 km
Accommodation: Teahouse/Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Today's trek takes you to Dharamsala, also known as Larkya Phedi, the final overnight stop before crossing Larkya La Pass.

The trail gradually climbs through increasingly barren terrain. You will see impressive mountain landscapes and glacial surroundings along the route.

Because you are now above 4,000 m, today's pace should be slow and steady. After reaching Dharamsala, take time to rest and prepare for the following day's challenging pass crossing.

Your guide will also explain the next day's route and early morning departure.

Highlights: Larkya Glacier surroundings, high-altitude terrain, dramatic mountains and preparation for Larkya La.

Overnight: Dharamsala/Larkya Phedi

8-10 Hours Teahouse/LodgeBreakfast + Lunch + Dinner

Highest Altitude: 5,106 m
Walking Time: 8–10 hours
Distance: Approximately 18 km
Accommodation: Teahouse/Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Today is the most challenging and significant day of the Manaslu Circuit Trek.

Begin very early from Dharamsala because the trail to Larkya La Pass is long and conditions can change quickly at high altitude.

The trail climbs gradually over rocky and glacial terrain toward the pass. After reaching Larkya La Pass at 5,106 m, you can enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding Himalayan peaks.

Spend some time at the pass taking photographs and appreciating the achievement before beginning the long descent.

The trail then descends through rugged mountain terrain toward the lower valley. As you approach Bimthang, vegetation gradually returns and the landscape becomes greener.

This is the defining day of your 14 Days Manaslu Circuit Trek and the main high-pass experience of this remote Himalayan adventure.

Highlights: Larkya La Pass 5,106 m, panoramic Himalayan views, glaciers, high mountain terrain and Bimthang valley.

Overnight: Bimthang

5-7 Hours Teahouse/LodgeBreakfast + Lunch + Dinner

Altitude: Approximately 1,860 m
Walking Time: 5–7 hours
Distance: Approximately 18 km
Accommodation: Teahouse/Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

After the demanding Larkya La crossing, today's route is primarily downhill.

Leave Bimthang and follow the trail through forests, meadows and mountain settlements. The landscape changes dramatically as you descend to lower elevations.

The trail passes through areas such as Gho and continues toward Tilije. From Tilije, continue toward Dharapani.

Dharapani is an important settlement and transportation point connecting the Manaslu Circuit with the Annapurna region.

Highlights: Forests, mountain villages, changing landscapes, Marsyangdi valley and Dharapani.

Overnight: Dharapani

5-7 Hours Teahouse/LodgeBreakfast + Lunch + Dinner

Altitude: Approximately 760 m
Driving Time: 5–7 hours
Accommodation: Hotel/Guesthouse
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

After breakfast, begin your road journey toward Besisahar.

The route follows the Marsyangdi River through green hills, waterfalls, villages and terraced farmland. After spending several days in the high Himalayas, the warmer and greener landscape is a noticeable change.

Arrive at Besisahar and check into your accommodation.

Highlights: Marsyangdi River, green hills, waterfalls, villages and terraced farmland.

Overnight: Besisahar