Manaslu Region Trek Packages
By Nepal Trekking Trail On 29 Sep 2026
Manaslu Region Trek Packages – Day-by-Day Itineraries
Six Manaslu region packages to offer alongside the classic 14-day Manaslu Circuit, from an 11-day express trek to a 21-day grand traverse. Every itinerary runs Kathmandu to Kathmandu. Walking times and altitudes are approximate; fine-tune them with guides' field knowledge before publishing.
|
Package |
Days |
Max altitude |
Grade |
Lodging |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Manaslu Circuit Express Trek |
11 |
5,106 m (Larkya La) |
Challenging |
Teahouse |
|
Manaslu Base Camp Trek |
16 |
5,106 m (Larkya La) |
Challenging |
Teahouse |
|
Tsum Valley Cultural Trek |
14 |
3,700 m (Mu Gompa) |
Moderate |
Teahouse |
|
Grand Manaslu & Tsum Valley Trek |
21 |
5,106 m (Larkya La) |
Challenging |
Teahouse |
|
Manaslu Circuit & Nar Phu Valley Trek |
20 |
5,106 m (Larkya La) |
Challenging |
Teahouse |
|
Rupina La & Manaslu Trek |
18 |
5,106 m (Larkya La) |
Strenuous |
Camping + teahouse |
1. Manaslu Circuit Express Trek – 11 Days
The full circuit over Larkya La (5,106 m) in 11 days, using jeep transfers at both ends. Grade: challenging.
Trip Facts
|
Fact |
Detail |
|---|---|
|
Duration |
11 days (8 trekking days) |
|
Max altitude |
5,106 m (Larkya La) |
|
Grade |
Challenging |
|
Start / end |
Kathmandu / Kathmandu |
|
Trek start / finish |
Jagat / Tilije |
|
Accommodation |
Hotel in Kathmandu; teahouses on trek |
|
Transport |
Private jeep both ends |
|
Best season |
March–May, September–November |
|
Permits |
Manaslu RAP, MCAP, ACAP, Chumnubri municipality fee |
Highlights
- Complete the full Manaslu Circuit in just 11 days
- Cross Larkya La (5,106 m), one of Nepal's most spectacular passes
- Acclimatize in Sama Gaun with a hike to Pungyen Gompa or Birendra Tal
- Walk the dramatic Budhi Gandaki gorge past waterfalls and suspension bridges
- Stay in Tibetan-influenced villages of Lho and Samdo under Manaslu (8,163 m)
|
Day |
Itinerary |
Overnight |
Time |
|---|---|---|---|
|
1 |
Arrive Kathmandu; trek briefing and permits |
Kathmandu, 1,400 m |
— |
|
2 |
Jeep to Jagat via Arughat and Machha Khola |
Jagat, 1,340 m |
9–10 hrs drive |
|
3 |
Trek via Sirdibas and Philim |
Deng, 1,860 m |
6–7 hrs |
|
4 |
Trek via Bihi Phedi and Ghap |
Namrung, 2,630 m |
6–7 hrs |
|
5 |
Trek via Lho and Shyala |
Sama Gaun, 3,530 m |
7–8 hrs |
|
6 |
Acclimatization hike to Pungyen Gompa or Birendra Tal |
Sama Gaun, 3,530 m |
4–5 hrs |
|
7 |
Trek to Samdo |
Samdo, 3,875 m |
3–4 hrs |
|
8 |
Trek to Dharamsala (Larke Phedi) |
Dharamsala, 4,460 m |
3–4 hrs |
|
9 |
Cross Larkya La (5,106 m), descend |
Bimthang, 3,720 m |
8–10 hrs |
|
10 |
Trek to Tilije, jeep to Besisahar |
Besisahar, 760 m |
5 hrs + 3–4 hrs drive |
|
11 |
Drive to Kathmandu; departure or extra night |
— |
6–7 hrs drive |
2. Manaslu Base Camp Trek – 16 Days
The full circuit plus a dedicated day hike to Manaslu Base Camp (about 4,800 m) and a second acclimatization day at Samdo. Grade: challenging.
Trip Facts
|
Fact |
Detail |
|---|---|
|
Duration |
16 days (12 trekking days) |
|
Max altitude |
5,106 m (Larkya La); Manaslu Base Camp about 4,800 m |
|
Grade |
Challenging |
|
Start / end |
Kathmandu / Kathmandu |
|
Trek start / finish |
Machha Khola / Dharapani |
|
Accommodation |
Hotel in Kathmandu; teahouses on trek |
|
Transport |
Private jeep or local vehicle |
|
Best season |
March–May, September–November |
|
Permits |
Manaslu RAP, MCAP, ACAP, Chumnubri municipality fee |
Highlights
- Stand at Manaslu Base Camp (about 4,800 m) beside the glacier of the world's eighth-highest peak
- Visit turquoise Birendra Tal and the Pungyen Gompa viewpoint
- Two dedicated acclimatization days for a safer, steadier ascent
- Cross Larkya La (5,106 m) with views of Himlung, Cheo Himal and Annapurna II
- Hike toward the Tibet border from Samdo, the last village before the pass
|
Day |
Itinerary |
Overnight |
Time |
|---|---|---|---|
|
1 |
Arrive Kathmandu; briefing |
Kathmandu, 1,400 m |
— |
|
2 |
Drive to Machha Khola |
Machha Khola, 930 m |
8–9 hrs drive |
|
3 |
Trek via Tatopani and Dobhan |
Jagat, 1,340 m |
6–7 hrs |
|
4 |
Trek via Philim |
Deng, 1,860 m |
6–7 hrs |
|
5 |
Trek via Ghap |
Namrung, 2,630 m |
6–7 hrs |
|
6 |
Trek to Lho; first close views of Manaslu |
Lho, 3,180 m |
4–5 hrs |
|
7 |
Trek via Shyala |
Sama Gaun, 3,530 m |
3–4 hrs |
|
8 |
Acclimatization hike to Pungyen Gompa |
Sama Gaun, 3,530 m |
5–6 hrs |
|
9 |
Day hike to Manaslu Base Camp (about 4,800 m) via Birendra Tal |
Sama Gaun, 3,530 m |
8–9 hrs |
|
10 |
Trek to Samdo |
Samdo, 3,875 m |
3–4 hrs |
|
11 |
Acclimatization hike toward the Tibet border viewpoint |
Samdo, 3,875 m |
4–5 hrs |
|
12 |
Trek to Dharamsala |
Dharamsala, 4,460 m |
3–4 hrs |
|
13 |
Cross Larkya La (5,106 m), descend |
Bimthang, 3,720 m |
8–10 hrs |
|
14 |
Trek via Karche, Gho and Tilije |
Dharapani, 1,860 m |
6–7 hrs |
|
15 |
Drive via Besisahar to Kathmandu; farewell dinner |
Kathmandu, 1,400 m |
9–10 hrs drive |
|
16 |
Final departure |
— |
— |
3. Tsum Valley Cultural Trek – 14 Days
A monastery-focused trek into the "Hidden Valley" near the Tibet border, topping out at Mu Gompa (about 3,700 m) with no high pass. Grade: moderate.
Trip Facts
|
Fact |
Detail |
|---|---|
|
Duration |
14 days (10 trekking days) |
|
Max altitude |
About 3,700 m (Mu Gompa) |
|
Grade |
Moderate |
|
Start / end |
Kathmandu / Kathmandu |
|
Trek start / finish |
Machha Khola / Jagat |
|
Accommodation |
Hotel in Kathmandu; teahouses and homestays on trek |
|
Transport |
Private jeep or local vehicle |
|
Best season |
March–May, September–November |
|
Permits |
Tsum Valley RAP, Manaslu RAP, MCAP, Chumnubri municipality fee |
Highlights
- Explore the sacred "Hidden Valley" of Tsum near the Tibet border
- Visit Mu Gompa, Rachen Gompa and Gumba Lungdang nunnery
- See Milarepa's Cave (Piren Phu), linked to Tibet's great poet-saint
- Experience living Tibetan Buddhist culture in traditional stone villages
- Enjoy Ganesh Himal views without crossing a high pass
|
Day |
Itinerary |
Overnight |
Time |
|---|---|---|---|
|
1 |
Arrive Kathmandu; briefing |
Kathmandu, 1,400 m |
— |
|
2 |
Drive to Machha Khola |
Machha Khola, 930 m |
8–9 hrs drive |
|
3 |
Trek to Jagat |
Jagat, 1,340 m |
6–7 hrs |
|
4 |
Trek via Philim to the Tsum gateway |
Lokpa, 2,240 m |
6–7 hrs |
|
5 |
Trek through the Siyar Khola gorge |
Chumling, 2,386 m |
5–6 hrs |
|
6 |
Trek with views of Ganesh Himal |
Chhokangparo, 3,031 m |
5–6 hrs |
|
7 |
Trek via Milarepa's Cave (Piren Phu) |
Nile, 3,361 m |
5–6 hrs |
|
8 |
Trek to Mu Gompa; explore the monastery |
Mu Gompa, 3,700 m |
3–4 hrs |
|
9 |
Visit Dhephyudonma Gompa; return via Rachen Gompa nunnery |
Chhokangparo, 3,031 m |
6–7 hrs |
|
10 |
Trek to Gumba Lungdang nunnery |
Gumba Lungdang, 3,200 m |
5–6 hrs |
|
11 |
Descend to Lokpa |
Lokpa, 2,240 m |
6–7 hrs |
|
12 |
Trek to Jagat |
Jagat, 1,340 m |
5–6 hrs |
|
13 |
Jeep to Kathmandu |
Kathmandu, 1,400 m |
9–10 hrs drive |
|
14 |
Final departure |
— |
— |
4. Grand Manaslu & Tsum Valley Trek – 21 Days
Tsum Valley's monasteries first, then the full Manaslu Circuit over Larkya La (5,106 m); the valley acts as natural acclimatization. Grade: challenging.
Trip Facts
|
Fact |
Detail |
|---|---|
|
Duration |
21 days (17 trekking days) |
|
Max altitude |
5,106 m (Larkya La) |
|
Grade |
Challenging |
|
Start / end |
Kathmandu / Kathmandu |
|
Trek start / finish |
Machha Khola / Dharapani |
|
Accommodation |
Hotel in Kathmandu; teahouses and homestays on trek |
|
Transport |
Private jeep or local vehicle |
|
Best season |
March–May, September–November |
|
Permits |
Manaslu RAP, Tsum Valley RAP, MCAP, ACAP, Chumnubri municipality fee |
Highlights
- The most complete Manaslu journey: Tsum Valley and the full circuit in one trip
- Visit Mu Gompa, Rachen Gompa and Milarepa's Cave
- Natural acclimatization in Tsum before the high country
- Cross Larkya La (5,106 m) after a gradual, well-paced ascent
- Walk from subtropical gorges to Tibetan highlands and alpine meadows at Bimthang
|
Day |
Itinerary |
Overnight |
Time |
|---|---|---|---|
|
1 |
Arrive Kathmandu; briefing |
Kathmandu, 1,400 m |
— |
|
2 |
Drive to Machha Khola |
Machha Khola, 930 m |
8–9 hrs drive |
|
3 |
Trek to Jagat |
Jagat, 1,340 m |
6–7 hrs |
|
4 |
Trek to Lokpa |
Lokpa, 2,240 m |
6–7 hrs |
|
5 |
Trek to Chumling |
Chumling, 2,386 m |
5–6 hrs |
|
6 |
Trek to Chhokangparo |
Chhokangparo, 3,031 m |
5–6 hrs |
|
7 |
Trek via Milarepa's Cave |
Nile, 3,361 m |
5–6 hrs |
|
8 |
Trek to Mu Gompa; explore |
Mu Gompa, 3,700 m |
3–4 hrs |
|
9 |
Return via Rachen Gompa |
Chhokangparo, 3,031 m |
6–7 hrs |
|
10 |
Trek to Gumba Lungdang |
Gumba Lungdang, 3,200 m |
5–6 hrs |
|
11 |
Descend to Lokpa |
Lokpa, 2,240 m |
6–7 hrs |
|
12 |
Rejoin the Manaslu trail; trek via Deng |
Ghap, 2,160 m |
6–7 hrs |
|
13 |
Trek via Namrung |
Lho, 3,180 m |
7–8 hrs |
|
14 |
Trek to Sama Gaun |
Sama Gaun, 3,530 m |
3–4 hrs |
|
15 |
Acclimatization hike to Pungyen Gompa or Birendra Tal |
Sama Gaun, 3,530 m |
4–6 hrs |
|
16 |
Trek to Samdo |
Samdo, 3,875 m |
3–4 hrs |
|
17 |
Trek to Dharamsala |
Dharamsala, 4,460 m |
3–4 hrs |
|
18 |
Cross Larkya La (5,106 m), descend |
Bimthang, 3,720 m |
8–10 hrs |
|
19 |
Trek to Dharapani |
Dharapani, 1,860 m |
6–7 hrs |
|
20 |
Drive to Kathmandu; farewell dinner |
Kathmandu, 1,400 m |
9–10 hrs drive |
|
21 |
Final departure |
— |
— |
5. Manaslu Circuit & Nar Phu Valley Trek – 20 Days
The full Manaslu Circuit, then a continuation from Dharapani into the remote Nar and Phu villages. A separate Nar Phu restricted area permit is required. Grade: challenging.
Trip Facts
|
Fact |
Detail |
|---|---|
|
Duration |
20 days (16 trekking days) |
|
Max altitude |
5,106 m (Larkya La) |
|
Grade |
Challenging |
|
Start / end |
Kathmandu / Kathmandu |
|
Trek start / finish |
Machha Khola / Koto |
|
Accommodation |
Hotel in Kathmandu; teahouses on trek (basic in Nar Phu) |
|
Transport |
Private jeep or local vehicle |
|
Best season |
March–May, September–November |
|
Permits |
Manaslu RAP, Nar Phu RAP, MCAP, ACAP, Chumnubri municipality fee |
Highlights
- Two restricted regions in one trek: Manaslu and Nar Phu
- Cross Larkya La (5,106 m), then continue into Nar Phu valley
- Discover the medieval villages of Phu (4,080 m) and Nar (4,110 m)
- Visit Tashi Lakhang Gompa and the Nar Phedi monastery
- Walk the dramatic Nar Khola canyon, seen by very few trekkers
|
Day |
Itinerary |
Overnight |
Time |
|---|---|---|---|
|
1 |
Arrive Kathmandu; briefing |
Kathmandu, 1,400 m |
— |
|
2 |
Drive to Machha Khola |
Machha Khola, 930 m |
8–9 hrs drive |
|
3 |
Trek to Jagat |
Jagat, 1,340 m |
6–7 hrs |
|
4 |
Trek to Deng |
Deng, 1,860 m |
6–7 hrs |
|
5 |
Trek to Namrung |
Namrung, 2,630 m |
6–7 hrs |
|
6 |
Trek to Lho |
Lho, 3,180 m |
4–5 hrs |
|
7 |
Trek to Sama Gaun |
Sama Gaun, 3,530 m |
3–4 hrs |
|
8 |
Acclimatization day |
Sama Gaun, 3,530 m |
4–6 hrs |
|
9 |
Trek to Samdo |
Samdo, 3,875 m |
3–4 hrs |
|
10 |
Trek to Dharamsala |
Dharamsala, 4,460 m |
3–4 hrs |
|
11 |
Cross Larkya La (5,106 m), descend |
Bimthang, 3,720 m |
8–10 hrs |
|
12 |
Trek to Dharapani |
Dharapani, 1,860 m |
6–7 hrs |
|
13 |
Trek along the Marsyangdi to the Nar Phu checkpoint |
Koto, 2,600 m |
3–4 hrs |
|
14 |
Trek through the Nar Khola canyon |
Meta, 3,560 m |
6–7 hrs |
|
15 |
Trek via Kyang to Phu village |
Phu, 4,080 m |
6–7 hrs |
|
16 |
Explore Phu and Tashi Lakhang Gompa |
Phu, 4,080 m |
3–4 hrs |
|
17 |
Trek via Nar Phedi monastery |
Nar, 4,110 m |
6–7 hrs |
|
18 |
Descend to Koto |
Koto, 2,600 m |
7–8 hrs |
|
19 |
Drive via Besisahar to Kathmandu |
Kathmandu, 1,400 m |
9–10 hrs drive |
|
20 |
Final departure |
— |
— |
6. Rupina La & Manaslu Trek – 18 Days
An off-the-beaten-path approach from Gorkha through Barpak and Laprak, crossing Rupina La (4,720 m) before joining the Manaslu Circuit. Days 4–7 are camping with no teahouses. Grade: strenuous.
Trip Facts
|
Fact |
Detail |
|---|---|
|
Duration |
18 days (14 trekking days) |
|
Max altitude |
5,106 m (Larkya La); Rupina La 4,720 m |
|
Grade |
Strenuous |
|
Start / end |
Kathmandu / Kathmandu |
|
Trek start / finish |
Barpak / Dharapani |
|
Accommodation |
Hotel in Kathmandu; camping Days 4–7; teahouses on the rest of the trek |
|
Transport |
Private jeep or local vehicle |
|
Best season |
April–May, late September–November |
|
Permits |
Manaslu RAP, MCAP, ACAP, Chumnubri municipality fee |
Highlights
- Cross two high passes: Rupina La (4,720 m) and Larkya La (5,106 m)
- Start in Barpak, the Gurung village at the epicentre of the 2015 earthquake, now rebuilt
- Wild camping in remote high pastures few trekkers ever reach
- Descend into the Budhi Gandaki valley and join the classic Manaslu Circuit
- Excellent pre-acclimatization before the Larkya La crossing
|
Day |
Itinerary |
Overnight |
Time |
|---|---|---|---|
|
1 |
Arrive Kathmandu; briefing |
Kathmandu, 1,400 m |
— |
|
2 |
Drive via Gorkha to the Gurung village of Barpak |
Barpak, 1,915 m |
8–9 hrs drive |
|
3 |
Trek to Laprak village |
Laprak, 2,100 m |
5–6 hrs |
|
4 |
Trek through forest to Gupsi Pakha |
Camp, about 3,000 m |
5–6 hrs |
|
5 |
Trek to Rupina Phedi |
Camp, about 3,650 m |
5–6 hrs |
|
6 |
Cross Rupina La (4,720 m), descend |
Jarang Kharka camp, about 3,500 m |
8–9 hrs |
|
7 |
Descend to Nyak village |
Nyak, 2,340 m |
5–6 hrs |
|
8 |
Trek via Philim |
Deng, 1,860 m |
5–6 hrs |
|
9 |
Trek to Namrung |
Namrung, 2,630 m |
6–7 hrs |
|
10 |
Trek to Lho |
Lho, 3,180 m |
4–5 hrs |
|
11 |
Trek to Sama Gaun |
Sama Gaun, 3,530 m |
3–4 hrs |
|
12 |
Acclimatization day |
Sama Gaun, 3,530 m |
4–6 hrs |
|
13 |
Trek to Samdo |
Samdo, 3,875 m |
3–4 hrs |
|
14 |
Trek to Dharamsala |
Dharamsala, 4,460 m |
3–4 hrs |
|
15 |
Cross Larkya La (5,106 m), descend |
Bimthang, 3,720 m |
8–10 hrs |
|
16 |
Trek to Dharapani |
Dharapani, 1,860 m |
6–7 hrs |
|
17 |
Drive to Kathmandu; farewell dinner |
Kathmandu, 1,400 m |
9–10 hrs drive |
|
18 |
Final departure |
— |
— |
Notes before planning
- Permits: Every package needs the Manaslu RAP, MCAP and the Chumnubri municipality fee; all except package 3 also need ACAP. Packages 3 and 4 also need the Tsum Valley permit; package 5 needs the Nar Phu restricted area permit.
- Camping: Package 6 needs full camping support (tents, cook, kitchen crew) for Days 4–7; price it above the teahouse treks.
- Spare day: Recommend one spare day at the end of any trek crossing Larkya La, in case weather delays the pass.
- Road access: Jeep roads up the Budhi Gandaki keep extending; check current access before finalising Day 2–3 wording.
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