MANASLU ROUND
Mt. Manaslu (8156m) is the world 8th highest mountain in the world and is close to Annapurna massif. Manaslu round passes by Gurung inhabitants and their cultures, Marsyangdi River, Manaslu conservation area. The trek also offers excellent monasteries glimpse. The region is protected by the government, thus, requires special permission to go through the route.
The region is rich in local heritage and biological diversity. The highest point of the trek “Larkya La Pass” is believed to be the most amazing pass crossing the Himalayas.
Day 1: Drive to Arughat Alt. 535m/ 1754ft. (5-6 hours)
Day 2: Trek to Labu Besi Alt. 880m/ 2886ft. (4-5 hours)
Day 3: Trek to Khola Besi Alt. 970m/ 3181ft. (5 hours)
Day 4: Trek to Jagat Alt. 1440m/ 4723ft. (6 hours)
Day 5: Trek to Nyak Alt. 2300m/ 7544ft. (6 hours)
Day 6: Trek to Ghap Alt. 2110m/ 6920ft. (5 hours)
Day 7: Trek to Lho Alt. 3180m/ 10430ft. (6 hours)
Day 8: Trek to Samagaun Alt. 3530m/ 11578ft. (3-4 hours)
Day 9: Trek to Samdo Alt. 3900m/ 12792t. (3 hours)
Day 10: Rest day
Day 11: Trek to Larkya Refuge Alt. 4200m/ 13776ft. (4 hours)
Day 12: Trek over the Larkya La (5212m)- trek to Bimtang Alt.3720m/ 12201 ft. (10-12 hours)
Day 13: Trek to Tilche Alt. 2240m/ 7347ft. (6 hours)
Day 14: Trek to Chamje Alt. 1430m/ 4690m/ft. ( 5 hours)
Day 15: Trek to Bhulbule Alt. 840m/ 2755ft. ( 5 hours)
Day 16: Trek to Besi Sahar Alt. 840m/ 2755ft. (4 hours)
Day 17: Drive to Kathmandu (6 hours)
Permit fees for Manaslu & Tsum valley: Per week 90$ per person on other season and 70$ per week per person in spring. and Manaslu conservation entry fee Rs.2000 each person and Annapurna conservation Rs.2000 each.
Note that: Only special trekking permits authorizes for registered trekking agency to trek in the region.
Please write or contact us if any confusion or queries regarding the MANASLU ROUND.
Please write or contact us if any confusion or queries regarding the Manaslu round.
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Type of Trek: Tea house
Max. Altitude: 5212 m
Grade: Moderate-Difficult
Per Day Walk: 3 to 10 hours
Best Season: March till May and September till Novembe
- Circle a giant Himalayan peak
- Incredible variety of landscapes
- Remote and less crowded
- Strong Tibetan cultural influence
- Crossing Larkya La Pass
- Serious but manageable adventure
- Improving but still authentic infrastructure
