Manaslu Curcuit Trek
Experience crossing the amazing Larke Pass on a trek through the Himalayas
This trek is truly beautiful as you pass through small villages surrounded by snow covered peaks and forests of rhododendron filled with wildlife.
We will be crossing Larke Pass that sits over 5,000m above sea level. A highlight on this trek! You'll get to experience trekking through unspoiled lands on this restricted trekking route and experience the best of Himalayan beauty.
This remote trek takes you around the world's eight highest peak, located in the Manaslu region of the Himalayas. You can expect a peaceful hiking adventure along quiet trails and the opportunity to experience Tibetan-influenced cultures and traditions.
Please Note: This is a teahouse trek. Teahouses are Nepalese mountain lodges that provide basic dorm-like rooms and communal eating spaces.
Summary
DURATION
16 days
LOCATION
Nepal
START & ENDS
Kathmandu, Kathmandu
DIFFICULTY
Easy Moderate Challenge Hard
Highlights
Itinerary
FOOD
Breakfast
ACCOMMODATION
Hotel
ACTIVITY
Exlpore and prepare permits
ELEVATION GAIN
Kathmandu (1,310m)

Today you can explore Kathmandu on your own. We will collect your passports and photos to prepare your immigration permits.
Once your permits are collected, we will have a trip briefing get introduced to your guide!
FOOD
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
ACCOMMODATION
Teahouse Lodge
ACTIVITY
Drive 8 - 9 hours
ELEVATION
Kathmandu (1,310m) to Soti Khola (710m)

We begin our day with an early drive to Soti Khola. We follow Budi Gandaki River.
It’s a beautiful but thrilling drive through beautiful Nepalese villages.
It's a long bumpy ride until we stop in Soti Khola for the night. Rest up well before we start our trekking adventure in the morning.
FOOD
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
ACCOMMODATION
Teahouse Lodge
ACTIVITY
Hiking 7 - 8 hours
ELEVATION
Soti Khola (710m) to Machha Khola (930m)

Today we start our trekking adventure! The trail starts with a bridge crossing and then a climb to the top of the hill.
We pass thundering waterfalls, green hills, and through beautiful villages in the region before reaching Machha Khola.
It's a varied and beautiful day that is the perfect start to our adventure.
FOOD
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
ACCOMMODATION
Teahouse Lodge
ACTIVITY
Hiking 6 - 7 hours
ELEVATION
Machha Khola (930m) to Jagat (1,370m)

We have a steep ascent to start before a decent towards a natural hot spring named Tatopani.
Then we cross Budi Gandaki river and head up the stone stairs to Dovan. From Dovan we make our way to Duman, and then cross a landslide area.
Several more ups and downs take us to Thado Bhanjyang and then we continue to Jagat where we stay the night.
FOOD
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
ACCOMMODATION
Teahouse Lodge
ACTIVITY
Hiking 6 - 7 hours
ELEVATION
Jagat (1,370m) to Deng (1,860m)

We walk next to the cliffs which offer awesome views of Shringi Himal. Then we descend toward Setibas following Buddhist Mani Walls.
Continuing through terraced fields and bamboo forests of the Nupri Valley, we have a few ups and downs before reaching Deng.
There will also be a few thrilling suspension bridge crossings today! We walk through a few villages as well before we reach Deng (Dyang) for our overnight stay.
FOOD
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
ACCOMMODATION
Teahouse Lodge
ACTIVITY
Hiking 6 - 7 hours
ELEVATION
Deng (1,860m) to Namrung (2,540m)

Soon after we leave Deng we have another crossing over Budi Gandaki River and then continue to Rana Village.
We will be following a beautiful waterfall and walking deep inside the beautiful rhododendron forests. Keep your eyes peeled for white Langur monkeys.
From here we ascend to Namrung where we spend the night. The views from this village are incredible! You'll see Himalayan peaks such as Ganesh Himal and Himal Chuli.
FOOD
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
ACCOMMODATION
Teahouse Lodge
ACTIVITY
Hiking 7 - 8 hours
ELEVATION
Namrung (2,540m) to Samagaon (3,390m)
Soon after leaving Namrung we will arrive at Lihi, a village with lots of chhortens, mani walls, and barley fields. We continue towards Samagaon following Sho, Lho and Shyala villages.
Today is a beautiful hike with several viewpoints offers stunning views of various Himalayan peaks such as Manaslu, Himalchuli and Peak 29.
We will also have the opportunity to visit Rimbung Gomba (Lho Monastery) before reaching our destination, Samagaon which is known as the most fascinating village in the region.
FOOD
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
ACCOMMODATION
Teahouse Lodge
ACTIVITY
Hiking 3 - 4 hours
ELEVATION
Samagaon (3,390m) to Samdo (3,890m)

Our trek to Samdo is short and follows the Budi Gandaki river throughout the entire day.
We will hopefully have the opportunity to see grazing herds of Himalayan Blue Sheep.
The trail is wide, it's easy, and only around 3 - 4 hours of walking. Enjoy this blissful walk and beautiful views before our overnight stay in Samdo.
FOOD
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
ACCOMMODATION
Teahouse Lodge
ACTIVITY
Rest and acclimatization
ELEVATION
Samdo (3,890m)

Samdo is the meeting place of three different surrounding valleys. It's located behind a ridge specifically known for yak herding.
We spend the day in Samdo to rest and acclimatize.
We will take a hike up to Gya La which offers excellent views of Simrang Himal, Hiunchuli Peak, Ngadi Himal, Larkye Peak, Cheo, and Kang Guru Himal.
FOOD
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
ACCOMMODATION
Teahouse Lodge
ACTIVITY
Hiking 4 - 5 hours
ELEVATION
Samdo (3,890m) to Dharmashala / Larke Phedi (4,460m)

Before we start our climb the trail is flat and we cross the river again.
We pass along a glacier followed by beautiful Gorge.
Continuing through several Mani walls we reach Larke Phedi for our overnight stay.
FOOD
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
ACCOMMODATION
Teahouse Lodge
ACTIVITY
Hiking 8 - 9 hours
ELEVATION
Dharmashala / Larke Phedi (4,460m) to Larkya La (5,125m) to Bimthang (3,590m)

Today is a challenging day. We start early in the morning and start a gentle climb to the ridge. After this we have a very short descend to a small lake and then make a final ascent to Larke Pass.
The last section of the pass is steep. Soon after reaching the summit we stop for photo opportunities before the descent to Bhimtang.
According to weather conditions the trek might take longer than expected so keep this in mind. The trail is long and strenuous but worth the effort!
FOOD
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
ACCOMMODATION
Teahouse Lodge
ACTIVITY
Hiking 6 - 7 hours
ELEVATION
Bimthang (3,590m) to Tilije (2,300m)

From today we leave the beautiful Himalayan peaks behind and start descending to Tilje.
We walk through forested areas to Karache (2,800m), known as one of the highest cultivated villages in Nepal.
We also pass through Gho village, and then continue for one more hour to Tilije village for our overnight stay.
FOOD
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
ACCOMMODATION
Teahouse Lodge
ACTIVITY
Hiking 3 - 4 hours, Driving 3 - 4 hours
ELEVATION
Tilije (2,300m) to Tal (1,700m) to Besisahar (820m)

Descending from Tilje we reach Marshyang valley and meet up with the popular Annapurna Circuit Trek.
Tal is a popular stop on the Annapurna circuit route and has several lodges available for meals and accommodation.
We have a quick lunch here and start our thrilling drive to Besisahar on a dirt road.
FOOD
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
ACCOMMODATION
Hotel
ACTIVITY
Drive 8 hours
ELEVATION
Besisahar (820m) to Kathmandu (1,310m)

We have a quick breakfast before our departure for Kathmandu.
The drive we take is along beautiful countryside roads and river banks. Showing off Nepal and it's natural beauty. A great way to end off an epic trek.
Once we reach Kathmandu, we can rest, take a shower, and try some local cuisine!
FOOD
Breakfast
ACCOMMODATION
Hotel
ACTIVITY
Airport transfer (30 minutes)
ELEVATION
Kathmandu (1,310m)
We drive you to the airport approximately 3 hours before your flight time. It’s time to say goodbye until we meet again!
Dates & Prices
Below are our open group dates for the Gokyo lakes trek. Single supplements apply.
Please note: June, July and August are the monsoon. We don't operate treks during this period.
If the dates below don't suit, please get in touch as we can open a new group on any day as long as you have at least 2 people in your party.
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Packing List
Clothing
- 6-7 x hiking shirt + 4-5 x long-sleeve hiking shirt
- 4 x hiking shorts and 5 x hiking trousers
- Mid-weight fleece jacket
- Hard shell rain jacket
- Warm insulating down or synthetic jacket / gilet (Down jacket available for free rental)
- Light, but warm gloves
Headwear
- Sun hat + Sunglasses
- Beanie for the nights
- Neck warmer
Footwear
- Mid-weight hiking boots / hiking trainers
- 7-8 x hiking socks
- Trainers for teahouses
Bags
- 20-25L daypack
- 80L Duffel Bag (available for free rental)
- Plastic bags to protect sleeping bag and other gear from rain
Other Essentials
- Four season sleeping bag (available for free rental)
- Hiking Poles
- Headlamp and spare batteries
- Snacks
- Water bottle / hydration bladder
- Water treatment tablets
- Camera
- Sun cream
Rental Gear
There are a number of good rental gear shops in Thamel, Kathmandu where one can rent / buy most items listed above. Sleeping bags, a down jacket and a duffel are all included as free rentals.
Accommodation
3-Star Hotel in Kathmandu
In Kathmandu, you will stay in 3-star hotel accommodation with complimentary breakfast.

Teahouse Accommodation
The teahouse lodges on the trek are basic. Most teahouses will have shared bathroom / toilet facilities.

Reviews
We loved it!
I went with my family to visit Everest basecamp. I cannot thank Himalaya Leisure enough for this! Truly something you have to experience for yourself!
Breathtaking Experience!
Every person on the planet has to experience this for themselves, It’s honestly one of the most breath taking experiences you will ever have. I honestly trekked many places but this was among my top 20 treks. I highly recommend them! You can also check out my blog at: https://outsideorigin.com
Pretty good
I loved it, really cool experience
Best Adventure Yet
Thanks Mountain IQ and Altezza for arranging our climb. It is by far the best adventure holiday I have ever experienced, the toughest too! Our guides and the entire support were truly amazing – I don’t think I would have made it without their support and encouragement! Thanks again!
Tip top trekking experience
Visiting the Annapurna Sanctuary has been one of the highlights of my life. I was very nervous joining this trek as I was a solo female and had never trekked at altitude. The team at Mountain IQ were fantastic at answering all my questions and putting my concerns to rest. Once in Nepal, Upendra and the Himalayan Leisure team were just amazing. Our guide, Dorchi, was an absolute hoot and very caring. The whole experience from beginning to end was awesome. Thanks again!
Simply magnificent!
We joined this trek with short notice. Upendra was very responsive and accommodating to our needs. The tour from pick up to drop off was professional and fun. Would highly recommend joining this tour!
An once in a lifetime experience!
This was by far the most amazing adventure we’ve ever had. We can’t thank the team at Himalayan Leisure and at Mountain IQ enough for arranging such an incredible trek for myself and my girlfriend. From the very get go, the support from Mountain IQ and Upendra was top notch. All our questions were answered quickly and in detail. Once we arrived in Kathmandu we were warmly welcomed. The pre-trek briefing was excellent and we immediately liked our guide Dawa, and felt confident putting our safety in his hands. The trek itself is truly amazing – the views throughout were spectacular. The high pass was a big challenge but the whole group managed it without too much strain. We can’t wait to return to Nepal to complete the EBC trek via Gokyo and will definitely be going with HL again!
Epic experience with Dawa and his team
Just a quick note to say thank you to Himalayan Leisure for an amazing trekking experience to EBC. We felt well looked after throughout and really enjoyed the company of our guide Dawa. I highly recommend booking this adventure!
A superb trekking experience
We had an absolutely amazing experience with Himalayan Leisure on this trek in the Langtang region. The Langtang is a lot quieter than the popular trails to Everest. If you are looking to get off the beaten path then I highly recommend this trek and HL!
Superb Tour!
This tour company is excellent. From the time they met us at Cusco airport, their interaction with us was first class. They were able to accommodate the tour changes we requested. Our guide, Percy, was excellent, very knowledgeable and took the time to explain and answer questions. I highly recommend Inkayni. I would advise anyone who wants to see Cusco and Choquequirao to select this tour company.
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LOCAL TOUR OPERATOR
HIMALAYAN LEISURE INC.

This tour is operated for Himalayan Leisure Inc, a fantastic local Nepalese trek operator based in Kathmandu. The company is led by Upendra, a warm and welcoming person who you will love the moment you meet him. Over the past decade Upendra has built Himalayan Leisure into a premier local trek operator with a reputation for safety, quality and fun. We're confident you will have an amazing experience with Upendra and his team.