Trek around the Mountain of the Spirit (8,163m) along a pristine restricted trail crossing the remote Larkya La Pass into the Annapurna region.

Trip facts

Duration: 14 Days
Group size: 2 - 10 Travelers
Max altitude: 5,106m (Larkya La Pass)
Difficulty: Challenging
Best season: March - May, September - November
Start / end: Kathmandu - Kathmandu
Transport: Private 4WD Mountain Jeep
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner during trek
Accommodation: Authentic high-mountain teahouses

Overview

The Manaslu Circuit is one of Nepal finest off-the-beaten-path wilderness treks. Preserved by special restricted area permits, the trail follows the wild Budhi Gandaki river through deep river gorges and Tibetan-influenced villages like Samagaon and Samdo. The highlight is the crossing of Larkya La Pass (5,106m), offering panoramas of Himlung Himal, Cheo Himal, and the colossal mass of Manaslu.

Trip highlights

Trek around the 8th highest mountain on Earth (Mount Manaslu 8,163m)
Cross the remote Larkya La Pass at 5,106m with panoramic glacial views
Strictly limited trekker permits ensure an authentic, uncrowded Himalayan adventure
Explore traditional Tibetan Buddhist villages with ancient chortens and monasteries

Itinerary

Day-by-day plans, trail specs, meals, and accommodations.

- Height:900m
- Driving:8 hrs drive
Early morning 4WD journey via Arughat and Soti Khola into Machha Khola.
Meals:BreakfastLunchDinner
Stay:Teahouse

Included & excluded

Included in the price

Special Manaslu Restricted Area Permit (RAP), MCAP, and ACAP permits
Certified government-trained mountain guide and porter team
All private 4WD jeep overland transportation

Not included

Travel and emergency evacuation insurance, personal tips

Frequently asked questions

Traveller reviews

4.8

1 verified reviews

Guide & crew: 5.0
Safety: 5.0
Accommodation: 4.0
Food: 5.0
Value for money: 5.0

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Anders Lindqvist (Sweden)
4.8October 2025
Manaslu Circuit Wilderness Trek
If you want what Annapurna was 30 years ago, Manaslu is it. Pure wilderness, rich culture, and Larkya La pass was phenomenal.

Manaslu Circuit Wilderness Trek

Trip facts

Overview

Trip highlights

Itinerary

Day 1: Drive from Kathmandu to Machha Khola

Day 2: Trek to Jagat

Day 3: Trek to Deng

Day 4: Trek to Namrung

Day 5: Trek to Samagaon

Day 6: Acclimatization Hike to Manaslu Base Camp / Birendra Lake

Day 7: Trek to Samdo (Tibetan Border Trade village)

Day 8: Trek to Dharmasala (Larkya Phedi)

Day 9: Cross Larkya La Pass (5,106m) & Descend to Bhimtang

Day 10: Trek from Bhimtang to Tilije / Dharapani

Day 11: Drive from Dharapani to Besisahar & Kathmandu

Included & excluded

Included in the price

Not included

Frequently asked questions

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