Manaslu Circuit Trek

The Manaslu Circuit Trek is a famous trekking destination in Nepal that circles around the famous Mount Manaslu, hence it is called the Manaslu Circuit Trek. The trail starts from Soti Khola and ends in Dharapani.

The Manaslu Circuit Trek is considered a moderate to challenging trek. You will need to walk roughly 4 to 6 hours every day on high altitude terrain with usual ups and downs.

A reasonable level of physical fitness is required for the Manaslu Circuit Trek. As you will be walking for 4 to 6 hours every day on high altitude terrain, you will need to be in shape. The fitter you are, the more enjoyable the trek will be.

Prior trekking experience is not necessary to do the Manaslu Circuit Trek. However, you do need to be reasonably fit, and if you have previous high altitude experience, then it’s a plus point.

To prepare for the Manaslu Circuit Trek, you can do physical exercises such as joining a gym for strength training, cardiovascular training, and flexibility training.

The Manaslu Circuit Trek takes 11 days to complete. It starts from Machha Khola, and you will trek all the way to Samdo, Larka La Pass, Dharmasala, and ends in Dharapani.

The best time to do the Manaslu Circuit Trek is during spring and autumn. Mid-March to mid-June in spring and mid-September to mid-November in autumn are considered the right time to complete the trek.

Yes, you will need a permit to do the Manaslu Circuit Trek. Actually, you need three types of permits: the Manaslu Conservation Area Permit (MCAP), the Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP), and the Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) card. But you don’t have to worry about these permits as they are included in your tour cost and arranged by Mosaic Adventure.

The cost of the 11-day Manaslu Circuit Trek is USD 1090per person.

The trip begins at 890 meters at Machha Khola and ends at 1,920 meters in Dharapani. Along the way, you will acclimatize properly before crossing the 5,106 meters Larka La Pass.

The maximum altitude on the Manaslu Circuit Trek is 5,106 meters at Larka La Pass.

Teahouses are the available accommodation on the Manaslu Circuit Trek. These are basic lodges built along the trail to provide meals and shelter to passing trekkers.

Various types of food are available on the Manaslu Circuit Trek, so you don’t have to limit your choices. You will find many teahouses along the trail that offer a wide variety of food and drinks. From typical Nepali dishes to continental dishes, you can find all types of food and drinks on the trekking trail. You can enjoy the popular Nepali dish – Dal Bhat with seasoned vegetables and pickles. Additionally, you can enjoy various meals like pizza, momo, noodles, macaroni, sizzler, sandwich, burger, and more. You can also enjoy different types of coffee, fruit juice, and alcoholic drinks. However, since this is a high altitude trek, it’s important to maintain body hydration, so it’s a good idea to avoid alcoholic drinks.

Yes, you will need a guide for the Manaslu Circuit Trek. The Government of Nepal has made it mandatory for all trekkers to trek in the Himalayas with a professional guide. It is a good idea to be walking on such high altitude with a person who is knowledgeable about the region and also has safety-related training to ensure the safety of the trekkers.

You cannot do the Manaslu Circuit Trek independently. You must join a group.

Yes, there are a few side trips or excursions that can be done on the Manaslu Circuit Trek. Some examples are the Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek that include side trip to Tsum Valley, side trip to Manaslu Base Camp, etc.

You need to pack proper hiking gear for the Manaslu Circuit Trek. You are trekking from lower land (890 meters) to high altitude (5106 meters) areas with temperatures ranging from 30 Degrees Celsius to minus 10 Degrees Celsius. So, you should pack gear to suit all seasons.

It is safe to do the Manaslu Circuit Trek. You will be staying in local teahouses with a properly marked trail, and there are professional guides available to take you on the trail and make it a safe trip for you.

There are no age restrictions for the Manaslu Circuit Trek. However, as you will be going to an altitude of 5000 meters or more, you should be reasonable and judge yourself and your children (above 10 years only) before signing up for this great adventure.

There is much highly endangered wildlife that can be seen on the Manaslu Circuit Trek. This valley is home to Himalayan Musk Deer, Red Pandas, Blue Sheep, Grey Wolf, Asian Black bear, Lynx, Snow Leopard, Himalayan tahr, Himalayan goral, and more than 100 species of birds such as Himalayan Griffon, Kalij, Tibetan Snow Cocks, Kolass Phesants, Golden Eagle, and others.

As there are many seasons in Nepal and on the trail, you should expect various weather conditions on the Manaslu Circuit Trek, depending on which season you choose. There are mainly four seasons – Autumn, Monsoon, Spring, and Winter.

The Manaslu Circuit Trek is home to many cultural highlights. You start your trek from one region and end in another, experiencing various types of people with different cultures and religions.

There aren’t any specific types of health concerns that you should be aware of when doing the Manaslu Circuit Trek. However, you need to be aware that you will be trekking for about two weeks at high altitude, so make sure you are fit enough and have all the necessary gear and training before you start the trek.

You can cancel the tour as per our terms and conditions. Our cancellation policy is very flexible. Please reach out to us for more information.

Yes, we can visit Manaslu Base Camp during our 11 days Manaslu Circuit Trek. On Day 6, we have kept an acclimatization day in Samagaon. On that day, trekkers have two options. The first option is to visit Manaslu Base Camp (and Birendra Taal if they would like to). The second option is to visit Pungyen Gompa. Trekkers can choose between these two side trips during their acclimatization stay in Samagaon.