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Manaslu Circuit Trek
Manaslu Circuit Trek
Start From: US$ 2275
Destination:Nepal
Total Duration:18 Days
Trip Grade:Moderate to Strenuous
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Transportation:Private and Local Transportation
Accommodation:Hotel, Lodge and Tea House
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The Manaslu Circuit is an amazing trek displaying rich culture, tradition and local lifestyle with diverse natural beauty and superb Himalayan views. The trek offers an interesting mix of varied ethnic groups, their religion, tradition and lifestyle. The trail follows the Budhi Gandaki River from Arughat towards the Larkey Pass (5100m/16728ft). The trek starts at fairly low elevation at around 700m/2296ft and gradually ascends towards spectacular high altitude landscapes skirting moraines and glaciers. The Larkya Pass can be tough when there is much snow. However, the breathtaking views of the high Himalayan peaks and stunning landscape worth the effort. The pass links the Budhi Gandaki with the Marsyangdi valley of the Annapurna Circuit trekking. After the pass, the trail descends through beautiful alpine meadows at Bhimtang before joining the main Annapurna Circuit route in Dharapani.
The Manaslu Circuit Trek is still not affected with the modernization thus the villages and local settlements are isolated where trekkers can witness authentic lifestyle of the locals and enjoy the feeling of ultimate solitude. Due to the lack of modernization and infrastructural development most of the ancient traditions, rituals, lifestyle and costume of the local people are preserved dramatically. This trek offers an authentic experience of the age old tradition, ancient cultures, colorful costume and interesting religious practices of the local ethnic people.
Trip Highlights
• Sightseeing Tour of UNESCO World Heritages Sites in Kathmandu valley
• Trekking through beautiful landscape and traditional villages
• Exploring the local culture, tradition and lifestyle of different ethnic groups
• Day hike to Manaslu Base Camp
• Trekking over the Larke La (pass) at an altitude of 5106m/16748ft and enjoying the breathtaking mountain views
• Learning the Buddhist religion and exploring many interesting age old monasteries and nunneries
Day to Day Itinerary
Day 01:Arrival in Kathmandu (1335 m/4379ft) - Pick up from the airport and transfer to the Hotel
Day 02:Kathmandu Valley Excursion - UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Day 03:Drive from Kathmandu to Soti Khola (710m/2328ft) via Arughat (695m/2280ft) 8 - 9 hours' drive
Day 04:Trek from Soti Khola to Machha Khola (900m/2952ft) 5 - 6 hours' trek
Day 05:Machha Khola to Jagat (1340m/4395ft) 5-6 hours
Day 06:Jagat to Deng (1800m/5904ft) 6-7 hours
Day 07:Deng to Namrung (2660m/8528ft) 6-7 hours
Day 08:Namrung to Lho (3180m/10430ft) 4-5 hours
Day 09:Lho to Samagaun (3530m/11578ft) via Pungyen Gompa 6-7 hours
Day 10:Acclimatization Day - Day hike to Manaslu Base Camp (4895m/16055ft) 7-8 hours
Day 11:Samagaun to Samdo (3860m/12661ft) via Birendra Lake 5-6 hours
Day 12:Samdo to Dharamshala (4480m/ 14694ft) 4-5 hours
Day 13:Dharmashala to Bhimthang (3720m/12202ft) over Larkey La (5100m/16728ft) 7-9 hours
Day 14:Bhimtang - Tilje (2300m/7544ft)/ 6-7 hours
Day 15:Tilje to Jagat (1300m/4265ft)/ 6-7 hours
Day 16:Drive back from Jagat to Kathmandu via Besisahar (1335m/4379ft) 8-9 hours’ drive
Day 17:Kathmandu Excursion - UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Day 18:Drop to the airport for farewell and departure
Cost Include
- Necessary ground transportation and airport transfers on private vehicle
- Three nights hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
- Kathmandu valley sightseeing including all entry fees, tour guide and private transportation
- Lodge/ Teahouse accommodation during the trek
- All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner with hot drinks) during the trek
- Welcome and farewell dinners in Traditional Nepalese restaurant with cultural program
- All ground transportation on a comfortable private vehicle and/or local transportation as per the itinerary
- An experienced, English-speaking and government-licensed trek Guide and necessary number of strong and friendly Trekking Porters
- Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, transportation, meals and accommodation
- Necessary trekking equipments including down jacket, sleeping bag, trek poles, gaiters, water bottles, emergency blanket, duffel bag, waterproof bag covers, micro spikes etc. (to be returned after the trek completion)
- Authentic Adventures stickers, trekking map and Trip Achievement Certificate are yours to take
- All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (MCAP, Manaslu Special Permit, ACAP Permit and TIMS Card)
- Basic First-Aid Medical kit
- Government taxes and office service charge
Cost Exclude
- Nepalese visa fee
- International flight and excess baggage charge
- Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return from mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
- Lunch and diners in Kathmandu besides welcome and farewell dinner
- Expenses of personal nature like communication bills, laundry bills, spa, bar bills, cold drinks, mineral and boiled water, extra snacks, special coffee drinks (espresso, latte, mocha, cappuccino, americano etc.) during the trek
- Personal trekking equipment and clothing
- Extra expenses due to unexpected and unavoidable circumstances
- Any extra services, activities or tours besides scheduled itinerary
- Any other expenses not mentioned in ‘Cost Includes’ section
- Heli evac (if in case of emergency)
- Tips and gratuities to the staffs
Detail Itinerary
Day 01Arrival in Kathmandu (1335 m/4379ft) - Pick up from the airport and transfer to the HotelThe trek/tour guide or/and our airport representative holding AUTHENTIC ADVENTURES sign-board and group name-list will greet you at the Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu and transfer you to the Hotel on our private vehicle which takes about 20 minutes from the airport. After refreshments, s/he will take you to our office based in downtown Thamel for some welcome drinks, paper works and introduction with the crew. The leader/guide will brief about the trip/ trek.
Day 02Kathmandu Valley Excursion - UNESCO World Heritage SitesWelcome dinner at a typical Nepalese restaurant, meet with the crew & briefing about the trip
Day 17Kathmandu Excursion - UNESCO World Heritage SitesFarewell dinner at a Typical Nepalese restaurant with cultural program and debriefing about the trip
Day 18Drop to the airport for farewell and departureGet to the airport three hours prior to the actual flight time for farewell and departure
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Useful Info
Accommodations
You will be accommodated in a 3-4 star hotel in Kathmandu and mountain lodge/tea-houses during the trek. All accommodations are on twin-sharing basis. Single supplement will be served on request and will cost an additional US$ 175. Authentic Adventures will arrange rooms with attached washrooms when possible; however, mountail lodges/teahouses in some places only have shared washing and toilet facilities. Also note that single rooms are readily available in Kathmandu and the trekking regions at lower elevation but it might be difficult to find them at higher elevations during peak trekking season.
Meals
During our trek, we can enjoy authentic Nepalese food as well the more common international cuisine (Tibetan, Continental, Italian, Indian etc.). Breakfast and dinner will be served in the lodge/teahouse where we spend the night whereas lunch will be served on the way around mid-day. All meals will be provided during trekking while only breakfast will be provided in Kathmandu. However, there will be fabolous welcome and farewell dinners for the group before and after the trek.
Physical Condition & Experience Requirements
Everest Base Camp Trek is a moderate to strenous trek suitable for passionate walkers who have the ability to walk at least 5 to 7 hours a day with a light rucksack. In some days we might even need to walk for 7 to 8 hours. Walking in higher altitude is more physically demanding than walking in the lower altitudes; however, if we are in excellent health with average physical fitness, have a positive attitude and strong determination, we can accomplish the trek successfully. Exercising and jogging regularly is good idea to enhance our strength and stability. Past hiking experience would be an asset but no technical skill is required for this trip. Participants with pre-existing medical conditions such as heart, lung and blood diseases should inform Authentic Adventures before booking the trek. We also recommend that you consult your doctor before the trip.
Best Months to Travel
Spring (March to May) and Autumn (October and November) are the best months for this trip. Although this trip can be done throughout the year. However, during winter, the cold temperature might not be suitable for everyone and during monsoon, the trails are a bit wet and the views are not always clear.
Safely Request
Your satisfaction and safety is of paramount concern while traveling with us. Please note that your leader/guide has the authority to amend or cancel any part of the itinerary if it is deemed necessary due to safety concerns. Every effort will be made to keep to the original itinerary; however, since this adventure entails travelling in remote mountainous regions, we are exposed to weather conditions, health condition of the crew, unexpected natural disasters etc. The leader/guide will try to ensure that the trip runs according to plan, but please be prepared to be flexible if required.
Any Additional Information
Our website contains as much information as possible about this trip. However, if you wish to discuss any aspect of this trip or your suitability for it please contact us by phone or email. If you want to talk to us directly feel free to call us at: 00977 98511 11907 (WhatsApp and Viber) and/or 00977 98066 00888 or email us on [email protected]. You can also video chat with us on Skype. Our Skype id is bhuwan.stha