Manaslu Circuit Trek takes you to one of the most isolated and unique landscapes in the western region of Nepal. The trek opens up to views of the Mountain of the Spirit-Mount Manaslu, which is the world’s eighth highest mountain at an elevation of 8163m. Manaslu circuit trek orbits around the beautiful Manaslu region with views of snowcapped Annapurna II while walking through lush forests and meadows. The unique culture and traditions of the Bhotia and Gurung communities along the trail offer an unforgettable experience.
Starting from Jagat, the trail leads to lovely Gurung villages along the way and then to Larkya La Pass, which is the most challenging and the highest point of the trek. Manaslu trek takes you to the lap of the mountain at Manaslu Base Camp to offer majestic views. Through some ascends and descends, the trail leads to Tilje, Chamche, and back to Kathmandu.
Manaslu Round Trek takes you to the Manaslu conservation area which has been declared as restricted by the government of Nepal. This region is home to 33 species of mammals including snow leopard, musk deer, and Himalayan tahr. There are over 110 species of birds and three species of reptiles and over 1500-2000 species of flowering plants. As of now, Manaslu Trek is a pioneer trekking destination and is eventually flourishing into a popular trekking route.
Manaslu Circuit Trek difficulty is classified as moderate, which means that you need to be physically fit for the trek. You can do some regular exercise a month before the trek. Since you need to walk for about 6 to 7 hours each day and cover around 12-15 km per day, you need to prepare yourself for the trek accordingly. With days for acclimatization and short treks, the Manaslu circuit trek will not be challenging.
Manaslu Trek is a bit more expensive than its corresponding Annapurna Trek and other treks due to the reason that it falls under a restricted area. Since the Manaslu Circuit trek falls under the Manaslu Conservation Plan the following permits are required:
Restricted Area Permit (RAP)
Manaslu Conservation Area Project(MCAP)
Annapurna Conservation Area Project(ACAP)
You can acquire the permits through your travel agent or in the tourism office in Kathmandu. Note that the TIMS permit is not required for this trek.
Manaslu Circuit's best season for trekking is Autumn which is from September to December and Spring that stretches from March to May. During these two seasons, the weather is very clear, and you can enjoy the views.
However, Manaslu can also trek in the monsoon region that begins in June and lasts till mid-September since the region sees little rainfall.
It is best suggested and for tourists even mandated to take a guide since the trail isn't marked well, and Manaslu is also a restricted region. Having a guide can make accommodation and navigation much more accessible. Also, if you hire a porter to carry your luggage, then you can enjoy the trek to the fullest without any burden.
Relish the scenic views of snow-capped mountains like Manaslu (8156m), Annapurna II (7937m), Himlung Himal (7126m), Cheo Himal, Gyaji Kang, and Kang Guru
Cross the challenging Larkya Pass 5,106m which is the highest point of the trek and traverse to Manaslu Base Camp
Intermingle with the Gurung and Bhutia community and explore the Tibetan culture heavily influenced in the villages like Deng, Namrung, Samdo, and Sama gaon.
Walkthrough lush forest of rhododendron and alpine meadows towards green hills
Get the chance to witness the abundant flora and fauna like Blue Sheep, Thar, Pika, Himalayan Marmots, and luckily enough Snow Leopard.
Unforgettable trip from low land of 900 meters to hight of 5300 meters larke pass. Samagaun and loho is best place for himalayas views. Recommended trek for all trekkers who love culture and natures.
Manaslu Trek was my dream, now my dream came as truth. Trekking in restricted Zone of Nepal known as manaslu and tsum valley was a wonderful part of the Nepal trip. Guided trek to manaslu circuit Gives us golden opportunity to see a local lifestyle and cultures of Tibetan Buddhism, explore manaslu base camp, Talk with local monks in monk’s school. By our time we are not able to do tsum valley trek. Defiantly our next mission is tsum valley trek. We are satisfied with their teamwork such as operating part, internal management. Owner Dipak and our guide basanta was more than perfect. Basanta has full knowledge of the region and he is from that area too. We love to stay hotel florid Nepal in Kathmandu. The hotel has its own garden in backward which is peace with nice music.
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