Manaslu Circuit

Overview

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A remote and challenging circuit, a good alternative to the Annapurna Circuit

Introduction

The Manaslu Circuit is one of the best treks in Nepal for those looking for an alternative to the more popular Everest Base Camp or Annapurna Circuit treks. The Manaslu region is a restricted area and despite it becoming more popular each year, it is nowhere near as developed as the Khumbu or Annapurna regions. Jagged Globe has been leading treks to this area since 2009. We have returned each year to trek around the mountain, with the crossing of the Larkya La (5,213m) being the high point and highlight of the trip. Typically covered in snow, but not overly steep, it is normal to cross the pass without the use of crampons (we take them just in case!). We include a spare day in case of bad weather for the Larkya La crossing and overall, the trek is suitable for first-time trekkers.

Join us on the Manaslu Circuit

• Enjoy the diversity of local cultures as you trek from 600m into the high mountains
• Cross the remote Larkya La (5,213m) with views of Himlung Himal (7,125m), Cheo Himal (6,820m), Kang Guru (6,981m) and Annapurna II (7,939m)
• 'Tea House' trek staying in lodges
• Spare 'weather' day for crossing the Larkya La
• Experinced and qualified Sherpa guides

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Experience Required

The Manaslu Circuit is suitable for keen walkers/trekkers who are able to walk for 5 - 6 hours in a day, with a light rucksack. It is a good introduction to trekking in Nepal.

Additional Information

If you wish to discuss any aspect of the trek or your suitability for it, please phone +44 (0)114 276 3322 or contact us.

Dates & Prices

Date	With Flight	or Meeting in	Availability
Sat 10 Oct – Wed 28 Oct 2026	UK	Kathmandu	Available Book now »
2 places left with £100 early booking offer	£3,845 £3,745	£2,595 £2,495
Sat 24 Oct – Wed 11 Nov 2026	UK	Kathmandu	Trip Guaranteed Book now »
	£3,795	£2,595
Sat 20 Mar – Wed 7 Apr 2027	UK	Kathmandu	Available Book now »
1 more required 2 places left with £75 early booking offer	£3,795 £3,720	£2,695 £2,620
Sat 10 Apr – Wed 28 Apr 2027	UK	Kathmandu	Available Book now »
2 places left with £100 early booking offer	£3,795 £3,695	£2,695 £2,595
Sat 16 Oct – Wed 3 Nov 2027	UK	Kathmandu	Available Book now »
2 places left with £100 early booking offer	£3,795 £3,695	£2,695 £2,595
Sat 23 Oct – Wed 10 Nov 2027	UK	Kathmandu	Available Book now »
2 places left with £100 early booking offer	£3,795 £3,695	£2,695 £2,595

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Group size: 3 – 9 people.

Single room supplement: £250

For comparison, this trek starts from £137 (GBP) per day (price Without Flights).

With Flight pricing

Our 'With Flight' price includes an Economy class return airfare from the UK. The cost is based on a group fare that we have already reserved, or individual seats that we have budgeted for. Note that in some circumstances, the earlier you book, the less expensive the airfare and the 'With Flight' price.

Know Before You Go

Jagged Globe supports the British Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) 'Know Before You Go' campaign. We recommend that you read the FCDO Travel Advice for Nepal on the FCDO Website.

What the price includes

• Economy class return airfares from the UK (unless Land Only).
• UK airline taxes.
• Return transfers between the airport and the hotel.
• 3 or 4 nights' bed and breakfast accommodation at a 4-star Hotel in Kathmandu on a twin-sharing basis.
• 1 nights' full board accommodation in a local hotel on a twin-sharing basis.
• 11 or 12 nights' full board accommodation in tea houses (lodges) on a twin-sharing basis.
• 1 nights' full board basic rest house accommodation at Larkya Phedi.
• Emergency equipment (oxygen for therapeutic use, Portable Hyperbaric Chamber (PAC), Satellite Communicator (either phone or InReach)) – see trip PDF for more details.
• All internal road transport by private vehicles.
• All costs for a Jagged Globe Sherpa guide, Sherpas, Cook staff and porters.
• Jagged Globe kitbag or lightweight fleece.

What the price does not include

• Visa fees.
• Overseas airports taxes not paid in advance through the international airline ticket.
• Bar bills and laundry.
• Travel insurance.
• Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu.
• Optional trips and sightseeing tours.
• Tips.

Tailor Made Trips

We can organise this trek on a ‘tailor-made’ private basis for groups of friends, families, clubs, charities or any other group. The cost of going private can be surprisingly reasonable. Please contact us to discuss the itinerary and your preferred dates. We will then send you a quote, with no obligation.

Insurance

You will need a travel insurance policy that caters for the activities you will undertake on your trip with Jagged Globe. It is a requirement of our booking conditions that you have such a policy. For a list of insurers who specialise in mountaineering, trekking and skiing, please see our Travel Insurance page »

Itinerary

Here is an outline itinerary for this trip. A more detailed day-to-day itinerary is available as a downloadable PDF »

Typical Itinerary

Day 1 - 2:	Fly to Kathmandu Team members joining on a "land-only", please plan to arrive in Kathmandu on Day 2 no later than 1630, when your services will begin. Overnight hotel.
Day 3:	Drive to Machha Khola (883m) It is about a eight-nine hour drive to Machha Khola via Arughat.
Day 4:	Trek to Jagat (1,415m) You continue following the course of the Buri Gandaki, climbing and descending many ridges. Eventually the river valley widens and you follow a good trail to Jagat. Ascent: 710m Descent: 240m Distance: 17Km Highest point: 1,415m Sleeping altitude: 1,415m Time: 8 - 9 hours.
Day 5:	Trek to Pewa (1,650m) The trail crosses the river and climbs over a rocky ridge to the settlement of Salleri and then Setibas, where several mani walls indicate you are now entering a region of Tibetan influence. You pass through Philim and continue onwards to Pewa. Ascent: 410m Descent: 120m Distance: 8Km Highest point: 1,650m Sleeping altitude: 1,650m Time: 4 - 5 hours.
Day 6:	Trek to Ghap (2,165m) The valley finally widens and it's a pleasant walk through bamboo forests to the tiny village of Deng. You have now succeeded in crossing the main Himalayan Range,and the trail follows the Buri Gandaki Valley as it turns from north-south to east-west. This region is known as Kutang and is inhabited primarily by Gurungs who practice Buddhism. You head west up the Buri Gandaki Valley, contouring up and out of the canyon, then drop into the Shringi Khola Valley. More ups and downs eventually bring us to Ghap. Ascent: 1,070m Descent: 570m Distance: 20Km Highest point: 2,165m Sleeping altitude: 2,165m Time: 10 - 11 hours.
Day 7:	Trek to Sho (2,880m) The trail heads into the woods through fir trees alive with birdlife. In the middle of the forest you cross a wooden bridge spanning the Buri Gandaki, then make a long climb through bamboo and rhododendron forests to Namrung (2,670m). From Namrung you enter the Nupri Region and continue to Sho. Ascent: 1,060m Descent: 170m Distance: 14Km Highest point: 2,880m Sleeping altitude: 2,880m Time: 8 - 9 hours.
Day 8:	Trek to Samagaon (3,541m) Beyond Sho you get spectacular views of Manaslu, Manaslu North, and Naike Peak at the head of the valley. The trail emerges onto a plateau at Shya (3,530m). From here it crosses a ridge, enters and then exits a side canyon, then descends onto a rock-strewn moraine. You clamber across the boulders to emerge onto a ridge overlooking the extensive pastures and fields of Samagaon (3,541m). Ascent: 660m Descent: 150m Distance: 10Km Highest point: 3,541m Sleeping altitude: 3,541m Time: 5 - 6 hours.
Day 9:	Acclimatisation in Samagaon (3,541m) Samagoan is a growing village and a good place to spend two nights. Most teams push on to Samdo today, but you will benefit from additional acclimatisation. Ascent: 550m Descent: 550m Distance: 9Km Highest point: 4,091m Sleeping altitude: 3,541m Time: 5 - 6 hours.
Day 10:	Trek to Samdo (3,872m) Revitalised, you descend to the Buri Gandaki and follow the trail to Samdo, which is nestled behind a ridge. Ascent: 340m Descent: 10m Distance: 8Km Highest point: 3,872m Sleeping altitude: 3,872m Time: 3 - 4 hours.
Day 11:	Acclimatisation in Samdo (3,872m) You have another acclimatisation day today, before moving to 4,494 tomorrow. There are good options for gaining more altitude above the village, achieving the maxim of "climb high, sleep low". Ascent: 290m Descent: 290m Distance: 2Km Highest point: 4,162m Sleeping altitude: 3,872m Time: 2 hours.
Day 12:	Trek to Larkya Phedi (4,494m) You descend on a wide, gentle trail to the river, then begin the climb toward the Larkya La through a huge gorge, then contouring the hillside. Ascent: 610m Descent: 10m Distance: 6Km Highest point: 4,494m Sleeping altitude: 4,494m Time: 3 - 4 hours.
Day 13:	Cross the Larkya La (5,213m), descend to Bimtang (3,720m) The route to the top of the pass Initially climbs up a ridge, then ends up on top of the moraine at 4,695m. You descend a bit, then make the final steep climb to the pass. The descent follows the top of the moraine then drops steeply and traverses scree slopes (which can be snow-covered). It's a long descent to Bimtang. Ascent: 680m Descent: 1,450m Distance: 16Km Highest point: 5,213m Sleeping altitude: 3,720m Time: 11 hours.
Day 14:	Spare day In case of bad weather. If this day is not used, you will arrive in Kathmandu a day earlier (your extra hotel night in Kathmandu will be included in the cost).
Day 15:	Trek to Gho through pine and rhododendron forests (2,568m) You'll descend through forests to Hompuk and down to a fork of the Dudh Khola. The trail continues to Gho (local name 'Ghowa'). 6 hours.
Day 16:	Trek/drive out to Besisahar 2 - 3 hours trek to Tilje and 3 - 4 hours drive to Besisahar. Overnight local hotel.
Day 17:	Drive to Kathmandu It is a 6-7 hour drive to Kathmandu. Overnight hotel.
Day 18:	At Leisure in Kathmandu A chance to explore the bustling capital, with its beautiful temples and bustling markets. Overnight hotel.
Day 19:	Fly home Airport transfer. For those joining "land-only", you should book your flight home today.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Every effort will be made to keep to the above itinerary, but as this is adventure travel in a remote mountain region, we cannot guarantee it! Weather conditions, availability of porters and the health of team members can all contribute to changes. The guides and their Sherpa assistants will try to ensure that the trip runs according to plan, but please be prepared to be flexible if necessary.

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Reports & Reviews

First Trek: Oct 2009
Total: 20 trips

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Team Member Reviews

• “Apart from the breathtaking landscapes I won't forget the great job our guide and the rest of the crew did.” PS, Manaslu Circuit, Oct '16

Leader Reports

• Manaslu Circuit - 13 Oct to 4 Nov '12
  “Early Saturday evening and five of the team met up with expedition leader, Paul Westwood, at T4 Heathrow airport. This would be the first day of their 23-day trip that would hopefully see them complete a circuit of Manaslu, the...”
  report added 07/Nov/12
• Manaslu Circuit - 16 Oct to 7 Nov '10
  “Cloudy, cool weather greeted us in Kathmandu on Sun 17th Oct and our spirits we a little more dampened on hearing news of groups being delayed at Summit Hotel as flights to Lukla were cancelled. However, next day as we made our...”
  report added 15/Nov/10
• Manaslu Circuit Reconnaissance
  “ View Sarah Ingolfsdottir's visual account in Manaslu - a photographic journey On the 25th March I left the UK for Nepal with 2 objectives, my first job was to meet with Kit Spencer and make sure loose ends were tied up...”
  report added 07/May/09