Manaslu Circuit Trek 10 Days Complete Guide

Manaslu Circuit Trek 10 Days is an ideational short trek itinerary for Nepal Himalayas. Although you will hike only for 10 days but you will cover up al the Natural, cultural and mountainous wonders of Manaslu Trekking region. Specially designed itinerary covers all the wilderness of remote geography, adventure and effects of the area.

This Manalsu Circuit Trek 10 Days Package takes you close to the Mount Manaslu 8163m and 5106m high pass called Larkya La. These 2 attractions of high peak and pass with beautiful landscape juggle with wide range of fauna and flora, villages dipped into culture and religion, peaceful nature makes a perfect short trekking in Nepal. In addition the lifestyle and customs of local inhabitants especially Gurung and Lama people adds the spices on our Manaslu Circuit Trek.

Manaslu Circuit Trek - A Hidden Natural Hiking Area

The whole region of Manaslu Conservation area only open for tourist inn 1992. Till that period it was a hidden gem. Even after that Nepal government apply the new rules to control the number of trekkers to explore the Manaslu Circuit Trek with Tsum Valley. This rules we called Restrict Area Trekking in Nepal. Although any trekkers can get the permits but costs extra for permits and must have trekking guide with you. The price for permits is not expensive, however it seems 3 times more in compare to other region like Annapurna Circuit Trek or Langtang. 

Mean while, the Manaslu Circuit Trekking gaining popularity day by day. The mouth marketing from the trekkers and their experiences attracts thousands of trekkers even year. In last few years, we can see lots of changes not only in numbers of tourist, but also the Hotels, and tea houses even on their services. New tea house are starting, older are getting renovation and bigger in size these all symbolize Manaslu Circuit trek is one best trekking in Nepal. 

This 10 Days Manaslu Circuit Trek starts form Machha Khola for which you need 8 hours drive. We reach Larkya La Pass which is the highest point of Manaslu Trekking and ends our trek in Dharapani and takes about another 9 hours to racha back to Kathamndu. In Conclusion, this Manaslu Circuit Trek 10 days attributes all facet to be the Best Short Trekking in Nepal.

Manaslu Circuit Trek Short Itinerary - 10 Days

Day 01: Kathmandu to Maccha Khola

Day 02: Trek to Jagat Village.

Day 03: Trek from to Jagat Deng Village

Day 04: Explore the trekking trail between Deng Village and Namrung. 

Day 05: Explore the trekking trail between Namrung, Lo, Shyala, and Sama Gaun. 

Day 06: Exploring the trekking trail between Sama Gaun to Samdo Village.

Day 07 Hiking the trail between Samdo Village to Dharma Sala 4460m

Day 08 Exploring the trekking tail between Dharmasala - Larkya La Pass to Bhimthang

Day 09: Bimthang to Dharapani

Day 10: Drive from Dharapani Village to Kathmandu via Besi Sahar.

Highlights of the Manaslu Circuit Trek 10 Days

- Less trodden, newly popularize and virgin trekking trail in Nepal.
- Experience the awe stunning landscapes with alpine forest, and vegetation close to the Manaslu Himalayas.
- A circuit trekking route with blend of mixed people, buddhist and Hindu religion along the mountains culture.
- Get to frame the stunning views of Cheo mountain, Himlung Himal, Buddha Peak, Shingri range, Nemjung, Gyaji Kang, Kang Guru, Annapurna second with eight thousanders mount Manaslu.
- The shortest trekking trail to cover Larkya La Pass with the ultimate altitude of 5106m

Manaslu Circuit Trek Itinerary 10 Days: Day to Day Plan

Day 01: Kathmandu to Maccha Khola

Driving Duration:8-9 hrs

Altitude: 900m, Machha Khola Village

Elevation Gain: 415 m ( Altitude Loose) 

Today after breakfast in Kathamandu you will start our jeep/bus drive  to Machha Khola. This ride takes about 8-9 hours including all short-long breaks as well Lunch. Machha Khola is the starting point of the our 10 Days Manaslu Trek. However we need to switch our vehicles in Soti Khola. Once you reach there, take a good rest and prepare for the short adventure of Manaslu Circuit Trek of 10 Days with good sleep in Machha Kola. 

Although Soti Khola is the original starting point of Manaslu Circuit Trek we cover this 13 Km section to skip the dusty newly constructed road. But Trekking Trail Nepal request you to open your eyes and mind this Budi Gandaki river side road will surely gives you different prescrivites of low lands sculptured with rocky  high hill, forest with smalls valleys and villages.

NOTE: Our vehicle need to cross the Nepal Army check post of Armala by 17:00 which is just 2 Km away from Soit Khola Village. For this matter we strongly request you to start early from kathmandu as you can. 

BONUS: Machha Khola has also one natural hot spring water pool just across the village on the bank of Budi Gandhi River. If you have little time Trekking Trail Nepal highly recommend you to enjoy this bonus of 10 Days Manaslu Circuit Trek.

Jeep Price from Soti Khola To Machha Khola: All jeeps are local but different on comfort. Any of the Indian jeep will cost Nepalese Rupees 5000 where Japanese SUV like Land Cruiser and Pajero will charge 6000 which can adjust for 7-8 Person. 

Day 02: Trek to Jagat Village

Trekking Duration: 6-7 hrs

Altitude: 1410 m, Jagat Village

Elevation Gain: 510m

After enjoying the first breakfast of Manaslu Circuit Trek 10 Days itinerary you will start a day with easy hike. We crossing the fish river aka  Machha-Khola we keep following newly upgrading motor-able track which is king of inclined uphill and wide with couple of waterfalls. With few easy ups and downs we reach the Thado Khola and Khorla Beshi. 

Similarly we cross the small town called Tatopani before cross the suspension bridge over Budi Gandaki river for the first time.  This small town is more popular for its natural hot spring water in which you can dip to forget the pain of hike and experience the hidden heaven of Manaslu Trekking. After this, you will cross a small narrow section of land slide but trail becomes  wider as well uphill full of stairs until we reach our lunch place called Dobhan.

With another 30 minutes hikes we reach the small town called Yaru Khola just before crossing the Yaru River. Within next five minutes of hike you will be able to experience and enjoy the cantilever bridge of our 10 Days Manaslu Circuit Trek. After a while we cross the Budi Gandaki River we hike gently uphill to reach the village of Jagat where we end our Day 2 as your Manaslu Circuit Trek 10 days itinerary. 

Jagat is a small village but it carries a lot of importance to our Manaslu Circuit Trekking. This is the entry point of Restricted Area Trekking whether you are going to Tsum Valley or Manaslu. No matter what you are exploring Short Manaslu Trek or Classical one, you have to entry your special permits here. To save our time tomorrow our guide will complete all the paper works work after s/he assist to get the room for overnight. 

Day 03: Trek from to Jagat Deng Village

Trekking Duration: 6-7 hrs

Altitude: 1805m, Deng Village

Elevation Gain: 395m

As yesterday your day start after the mountain breakfast. With a short rocky-hike through narrow trail with beautiful combination of suspension bridges, waterfalls and contrasting with power lines of micro hydropower. This adventure of hiking on rocky ridge trail continue till Salleri Village. Then trail become more easier and wider as you continue to Sirdibas Village and Ghatte Khola. 

Further you continue the hike towards the big village called Philim, you need to cross the Budhi Gandaki River again with short hike up to enjoy this large Gurung Village. The ariel views you capture from this village with local and organic lunch surely sticks to your adventurous memories. 

After the Lunch and Entry of Manaslu Conservation Area Permits together with police check post we hike windy trail towards Ekle Bhatti. The fields, thin forest, grassland as well hanging village on another side of the rivers makes you reach the center point to Manaslu Circuit trekking and Tsum Valley Trek.

We choose the left side trail for which you need to cross the Budi Gandaki river for the second time today and hike towards 2 hotel village called Nyak Phedi. From this point our trekking trail becomes more narrower and deeply vanished in-between two giant Hills until Pewa Village. This is one of the most adventurous part of our Manaslu Circuit Trek 10 Days. The musically roaring river, cool breeze of winds, greenery and narrow sky which seems like cracks on rocks will surly make your day. 

With short break in Pewa Village your will continue our hike towards Deng Village where we end our Day 3 of Short Manaslu Trek. As you continue from Pewa the trekking trail becomes wider, and brighter. With few short uphills of bamboo and mixed forest we cross the small Deng river just before we end our day. 

Day 04: Explore the trekking trail between Deng Village and Namrung. 

Trekking Duration: 7-8 hours

Altitude: 2630m, Naming Village

Elevation Gain: 825m

Today you will explore the trekking trail between Deng and Namrung Village. This is one of the most difficult day in our whole itinerary of 10 Days Manaslu Trek in which you have gain elevation many time simultaneously you loose it too. In short todays adventure is full of Undulating route, However a day full of photography points. 

With a short hike beyond Deng Village, you will cross the Budi Gandaki River and have to experience the first climb to Rana Village. However this is short but we have others like this on our trail ahead. Rana Village is elevated at the altitude of 1910 meters above sea level but this village has not lodge, hotel or even tea shop. But the views of deep valley and morning sun rays ( Flayer ) helps to refill your energy to move ahead. Further ahead, we hike towards Bihi Phedi but the trail also undulating. This all is because of geographical terrain.  However the scene below the bridge to Bihi Village makes your day.  To cover the 2.5 Km distance your probably take about 1 hours, but make sure you will prepare to save your caps and hats with sunglass with winds. 

Similtuniously, we cross the small village, of Bhijam, and cross the section of land slide before you reach our Lunch Place in Gap Village. Gap or Ghap is quite a big village with lots of lodges, hotels even health post and school. Depends on our timing, we can change our lunch camp to KLSP ( The Jungle Hotel too) To enjoy the peace and wild Nature, which is just 45 minutes away. Between Ghap aka Gap village we cross the Budi Gandaki River where the views of Shringi Mountain Range with Big Mane on the top of the hill close to Prok village is another best photographic moments of the day. Later on the Jungle Hotel of KLSP with small bridge covered with green forest, colorful mosess and crystal clear water with rhythmic flowing river is another scene to capture in your camera and memories. 

Later, about 30 minutes the hike is easy but the last part to reach Namrung Village comes as up hill. After crossing the village at Suksum takes about easy 2 hours to cover this 4 Km distance. We end our day here in Namrung Thakali Guest House as our itinerary of Manaslu Circuit Trek 10 Days at 2630 meter altitude.

Day 05: Explore the trekking trail between Namrung, Lo, Shyala, and Sama Gaun. 

Trekking Duration: 7 hours

Altitude: 3525m, Sama Gaun.

Elevation Gain: 900m

Your trekking day starts as usual after breakfast. In meanwhile the mountain views of Siring Himalayas range, mountain Himal Chuli and Ganesh mountain in the southern side makes your breakfast awesome before we start our hike. Today trails is mostly inclined although we need to gain elevation about 900 meters to reach Sama Gaun. The colorful forest, small villages, mani walls, Chortens and terraces farming makes you more exciting to reach our camp. Further, you will cross through beautiful small villages like Sho, Lho and Shyla before each our night camp of Sama Gau. 

Surely views of Manaslu Mountain and its neighbours peaks after Lho village makes easier to hike even on this altitude. The famous Ribung Monastery of Lho village looks sunning with Mount Manaslu on the background. Onwards we hike through little uphill to reach Shyla, where you will totally surrounded by mighty mountains. Mountains like Peak Twenty Nine, Manaslu and its eastern ridge peak, Himal Chuli, Nadi Chuli, Buddha Peak and many more will stick to your mind with delicious lunch. 

The next 2 hours of hike towards Sama Gaun is easiest section of the day. You will spend overnight in Sama Gaun in between of Baharine Peak and Mt. Manaslu. 

If the time allows we explore the Birendra lake which is just below of the Mount Manaslu and its glacier. From here you will see the hiking trail to Manaslu Base Camp. If not today, we can explore the next day after early breakfast before we start our hike to Samdo.

Day 06: Exploring the trekking trail between Sama Gaun to Samdo Village.

Trekking Duration: 4 hours

Altitude: 3910m, Sama Village.

Elevation Gain: 385m

The trekking trail for today is one of the easiest one in our entire Words: Manaslu Circuit Trek 10 Days Itinerary. We start with beautiful views of Mount Manaslu and neighboring mountains. The trail almost flat along the northern side of Budi Gandaki River. However, the the last 20 minutes uphill makes your energy less before enjoy lunch. The high alpine juniper as well birch forest near by Kermo Kharka, glaticic and rocky filled wide Valley along the hiking route makes beautiful contrast with white mountains and blue sky. Similarly several buddhist mane walls, stupas and flags adds the attraction of the area.

Before starting last minutes up hill to Samdo Village, we cross the Budi Gandaki River for the last time with traditional narrow bridge. Views of Samdo Valley with wide and bright views of Samdo Mountain and many other peaks, strong sun and delicious lunch surely motivate for this Manaslu Circuit Trek with Larkya Pass in 10 Days.

Day 07 Hiking the trail between Samdo Village to Dharma Sala 4460m

Trekking Duration: 4 hours

Altitude: 4460m, Dharmasala Village

Elevation Gain: 550m

As other days you start the day with delicious and energy full of breakfast along with the highest mountains around the Samdo Village. The day is not too long but you surely feel the breathless which is the result of high altitude.  The distance is just 8 kilometers but it surely takes easy 4 hours. The first cornering after the end of Samdo village will take about 30 minutes which is almost inclined downhill till we reach the Larkya River and to reach Larkya Bazar Hotel. After this hotel there is no any other such place where we can enjoy our rest with hot drinks.

With few up hill and crossing two stone falling area struggling with this air and enjoying the magical views of mountains we reach Dharma Sala for lunch.  After lunch you can enjoy or hike the surrounding and prepare for the biggest day of our 10 Days Manaslu Circuit Trek where we cross the highest point Larkya Pass. 

Day 08 Exploring the trekking tail between Dharmasala - Larkya La Pass to Bhimthang

Trekking Duration: 8-9 hours

Altitude: 3590m, Bhimthang Village.

Overall: Altitude loose: 870m

Elevation Gain: 646 m Day

Altitude of Larkya La pass: 5106 m which is the Highest Point of our Manaslu Circuit Trek 10 Days

Today is one of the most important as well most spectacular day of your 10 Day Manaslu Circuit Trek.  Although we need to start our day very early morning in the dark with flash light but you will surely get the mountain breakfast full of energy to reach the Larkya Pass. 

The first 1 hours of hike will not be easy however the views of golden Shangrila just before the sun rays touches the mountain Manaslu adds the energy to you to reach the ultimate point of Manaslu Circuit Trek. This point is called Laykya La Pass with he height of 5106 meters from sea level. Most of the trail to reach the top has gradual accent. 

Views of Larkya glacier, Cho Danda, Larkya Peak, and trail full of moraines along the Larkya glacier lake surely add the adventure for Manaslu Circuit Trek 10 days trip. Mountains like Minlung Himal, Ngadi Chuli, Thulagi Chuli, Mount Cheo, Samdi, Buddha, Kangguru, and massive Annapurna 2 creates the outstanding views for Larkya Pass.

You will surely enjoy our first long break and photographic session at the top before you start hike down to Bhimthang. With another 2 hours of hiking down we reach the our lunch place at Bhimthang Phedi. After late lunch with hike down for 1 hours with the low land pastures and high rise mountains like Manaslu we reach our camp at the valley of Bimthang Village. Here you can first celebrate the success of our Manaslu Circuit Trek 10 Days. 

Day 09: Bimthang to Dharapani

Trekking Duration: 6 hours

Altitude: 1860m, Dharapani Village

Elevation Loose: 1730m,

NOTE:
Please do not underestimate the beauty of Bimthang valley and our up coming trekking trail towards Dharapani Village. Ofter on Circuit Trekking in Nepal, trekkers try to focus to early return to home rather than enjoy the nature after the achievement of high pass like Larkya La.  

You can start day little late after breakfast. But keep your eyes and mind more hungry for Nature, Beauty and Peace. We continue our hike through the end of Bhimthang Valley towards Habu. Habu will surely takes you mind away with its natural deep forest all covers in mosses. By continuing our hike to Chauri Kharka, Surki, Gowa, Karche, Tilche and finally ends our trek in Dharapani. 

• Gowa is the best place to enjoy our lunch.

Most part of the trekking trail before lunch offers the aerial views of valley, rivers, colorful forest as well high mountains. In the Month of March-April you will surely welcome by rhododendron along the side of Dudh Khola ( Milky River ). Crossing the small-big river several time and passing through the high deep gorge and about 100 stairs we reach the section of Annapurna Circuit Trek where we end our trekking part of 10 Days Manaslu Circuit Trek. 

We will enjoy the comfort of Annapurna Circuit Trek along the side of Marshyangdi River. In addition you can experience the mountainous camp fire and prepare for next day drive to Kathmandu. 

Day 10: Drive from Dharapani Village to Kathmandu via Besi Sahar.

Driving Duration: 8-9 hours

Altitude: 1330 m Kathmandu Valley

Elevation Loose: 530m,

Elevation: 1349m, Kathmandu

The day is a kind of rest. However, the adventure of our Manaslu Circuit Trek is not completed you. Although Trekking Trail Nepal uses Toyota land crusuir to provide the best and comfy experience, driving in Nepalese Mountain Highway is not easy. So we will have several short breaks on each and every attraction like waterfall, cliffs side, village side and also for lunch. 

Similarly, on the we pass through the many beautiful country side areas. This offers you the best visualization of rural Nepalese way of lifestyle. The cultivated fields along the side of marsyangdi River and Trishuli River add more experience to this 10 Days Manaslu Circuit Trek. 

NOTEs:
- Dharapani to Besi Sahar is linked with off-road.
- Besi Sahar to Kathamndu is quite asphalt road.
- After arrive in Kathmandu we will transfer you to your hotel. Where Trekking Trail Nepal officials and trekking staffs ends this 10 Days Manaslu Circuit Trek.

Manaslu: Best Circuit Trekking in Nepal

Some Useful Information for 10 Days Manaslu Circuit Trek.

Accommodation on Manaslu Circuit Trekking Trail

Accommodation on Manaslu circuit trek is very basis. You will have twin sharing comfortable tea house with basis amenities in the room.  The tea houses or lodges only offers a descent bed, clean pillow and a blanket. However, the highest place of the trek Dharmasala 4 guest have to share a room. This rules apply mostly in the peak months of September to December and March to May. To make your Manaslu accommodation experience a better one Trekking Trail Nepal strongly suggest you to pack your own sleeping bag.

Meals on 10 Days Manaslu Trek 

During this 10 days Manaslu Circuit Trek, you will able to enjoy your breakfast and dinner at the same lodge where you spend a night, while the Lunch can be enjoyed on the way towards our camp for overnight. 

Although the meals menu looks stunning and big but not comparable to Everest Base Camp Trek, Annapurna Circuit Trek or ABC Trekking. Mostly menu offers Nepalese and Chinese dish like Rice and Curry Item, Noodles Items, MO:MOs, Omelet and Eggs Item, Pasta, Thenduk or Soupy Noodles. Similarly breads, muesli, eggs items, Tibetan bread, Chapati, porridge with few options of tea, coffee or other hot drinks for breakfast.

Permits for Manaslu Trekking 10 Days 

Since Manaslu Circuit Trekking trail comes under restricted area in Nepal, you must have a special permits. Which only possible to with at least certified 1 guide through the registered company like Trekking Trail Nepal. To trek here you need 3 types of trekking permits, which cost from USD 30 to 100 depends on season and months. 

- Manaslu Restricted Area Permit: US$ 75 to 100 per week. And each addition day cost 10 US$.
- Manaslu Conservation Area (MCA) Permit: NRs. 3,000 ≈ US$ 27
- Annapurna Conservation Area (MCA) Permit: NRs. 3,000 ≈ US$ 27

Physical Fitness Required for 10 Days Manaslu Circuit Trek

The most important question for any trekking in Nepalese Himalayas is Am I fit for this trek? Do my physical fitness match the Manaslu Circuit Trek? Since we are unknown about your physical fitness, strength to bear the adventure challenges which comes on the trail. We don’t have sure shot answer but we can give you the references by which you can match the difficulty and physical fitness you must prepare. Each day you need to hike about 5-8 hours, mostly rough terrains with fews ups and downs. The extreme temperature will be negative 15 degree centigrade at Larkya La Pass from mid November to December.  Other months will be Negative 2 to 5. However, room temperature hardly negative. 

A proper preparation, hiking and walking training, positive mind setup, drinking lots of fluids and applying the acclimatization are most important part of your physical fitness to complete this 10 Days Short Manaslu Circuit Trek.

Important Tips for Manaslu Circuit Trek - 10 Days

• Continuously check the weather forecast. Especially for Samdo Village, Dharmasala and for Larkey La Pass day.
• Pack perfectly, light and smart accordingly to weather and season.
• Used but good condition trekking boots over ankle adds the comfort for your trek.
• Do not rush to reach the destination camp. Enjoy the trail and around.
• Take rest whenever your body need.
• Start early as possible and end the day trek before sun goes down.
• Use Nepalese Rupees to spend for the trekking days.
• Avoid consumption of cigarette and alcohols but stay hydrate.
• Pack small personal first aid kit.
• Open your eyes, mind and feel your body. Since you are the first to feel any first stage of altitude sickness.

Conclusion: Manaslu Circuit Trek 10 Days

The Manaslu Circuit Trek 10 Days is an extra ordinary short trekking in Nepalese Himalayas. The stupendous natural beauty, cultural heritage, high mountains and smiling people rape up with circuit trail makes this Manaslu Trek the must do trek in Nepal.  The basis accommodation, extra permits fees and guide definitely pay back you with adventure memories. This immerse of geographical wonderland into the remote part of the planet take you to the peace away for bustle and hustle of modern life. In addition, Manaslu Circuit Trek 10 Days Itinerary is an exemplary tour for every adventure enthusiast who care for thrill, adventure and mountainous holidays. In the same vein, who bound with limited time for the short trek in Nepal.

In short, this Manaslu Circuit Trek of 10 days itinerary is all in one package. With this trek you will experience Mountains, culture, wilderness trekking trail and beauty juggle with religious belief. In conclusion this 10 Days Trail to Manaslu Circuit Trek give you once in a lifetime experience.