Manaslu Circuit Trek-14 Days

 Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu Airport. (1334m)

Your arrival in Kathmandu will be marked by landing at the Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA). A company representative of Himalayan Adventure Treks & Tours will receive you and transfer you to your hotel. Evening you can meet the participants and the trek members. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 02: Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing and Preparation Day. (B)

After breakfast, we start for Kathmandu city tour which includes the four of the UNESCO world heritage site in the Kathmandu valley.

 Pashupatinath: It is a very large, complex, and focal point for the Hindu religion. This old and very revered complex of Temple and shrines is dedicated to Lord Shiva, one of the main deities of Hinduism and very popular in Nepal as well as Indian devotees. Hindu people believe that Lord Shiva has multiple forms he is often seen as the destroyer god. This has great significance for the Pashupatinath temple as it is the site of many Hindu ritual cremations each day on the bank of holy Bagmati River. Pashupatinath Temple is considered by Hindus to be an auspicious site for passing from one stage of life to the next through the purifying and destroying flames of cremation on the bank of Bagmati river and feet of Lord Shiva called Brahmanal. However, on a happier note, visitors may also get to see the temple in a buoyant festival mode with one of the many Hindu festivals like Shivaratri, Teej, Janaipurinma and many celebrated here throughout the year.

Boudhanath Stupa: It is a Buddhist religious complex with a long history back over 500 years and more. which is also the World Heritage Site UNESCO. Located on the eastern part of Kathmandu valley it is now a site of great pilgrimage for Buddhist followers who circle its massive stupa, spin its many prayer wheels and visit its beautiful monastery. The main feature of Boudhanath is its huge hemispherical white stupa with a central golden tower and the all-seeing eyes of the Buddha. It also believes that eyes represent peace and love. Visitors should circle the stupa in a clockwise direction and spin prayer wheels for good fortune and get Nirvana. Boudhanath surrounding is a kind of school for the visitors who are interested in Thangka painting to see highly skilled artists at work on religious mandala paintings.

Kathmandu Durbar Square: It holds the places of the ancient king who ruled over the Kathmandu Kingdom. The durbar square is an ancient Malla king of the Kathmandu Valley. It is all of the arts and architectural treasures of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is also called the Hanuman Dhoka in central Kathmandu. It believes that the Kasthamandap temple was build in the 5th century from the single tree. The durbar square has many beautiful multi-storey pagodas and temples with ornate carving and carpentry artwork that tells some of the stories of the ancient kings and their mystical time and beliefs. The durbar square contains many important Hindu temples and statues such as Kal Bhairab, Swyat (White) Bhairb, and Lord Shiva. The main attraction for tourists contains unique and intriguing Kumari Chowk. This is an ancient and ornate house where resides in the Living Goddess. The young girl has chosen through an ancient and mystical selection process from the Newar community to become the human incarnation of the Hindu mother goddess, Durga. At the Kumari courtyard the right time is in the afternoon you may see a brief glimpse of the Goddess at her window.

Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple): Swayambhunath stupa complex that sits atop a high hill overlooking Kathmandu and the entire Kathmandu Valley with Mountain ranges on the north side. Swayambhunath is probably the most sacred Buddhist pilgrimage site in Nepal. It is another famous tourist destination and holiest Buddhist and Hindu pilgrims. This temple also called the Monkey temple due to the lots of monkeys and they have their swimming pool. This is a wonderful place to catch your breath and observe the sunset, start to understand the deep importance of Buddhist belief to the people. It consists of a very large white stupa with the all-seeing-eyes, it believes the love and peace of Lord Buddha and many small stupas and beautifully carved stone shrines on the top of the hill. If you feel more energetic then you might also like to try some or all of the 350 steps or more that lead all the way from the eastern part from the temple called Bhagwan pau (God Feet)up to your Swayambhunath stupa vantage point.

Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Machakhole (869m) 8-9 hours. (B/L/D)

Morning after breakfast we will drive by private jeep to Machkhola. It will take about 8-9 hours to reach Machakhola. One the way we enjoy the great landscape, Trishuli river, Maryasangadi river, Ganesh Himal ranges, and Nepali typical villages and their lifestyle. After, reaching Machakhola, we will walk around the local areas and take a rest at teahouses.

Day 04: Trek from Machha Khola to Jagat (1340m) 7-8 hours. (B/L/D)

After enjoying the amazing view of Northeast Ganesh Himal the next morning we continue our trail to Jagat, the trails slowly ascend to Khorlabesi which offers you again the wonderful view of Ganesh Himal. Along the way, at Yaru Phat you can see an amazing waterfall. You then trek through the rock and stone-paved trail. Just before Jagat, you will pass a bridge that is made of rock. From Jagat, you can enjoy the superb views of Sringi Himal.

Day 05: Trek from Jagat to Deng (1860m) 6-7 hours. (B/L/D)

Today morning after breakfast, as usual, we continue our trekking to Deng (1860m). Today is a bit difficult who feels more uncomfortable climbing uphill. The trail from Jagat to Deng is mostly rough at uphill. Deng is another small Gurung settlement in the Manaslu Conservation Area that offers superb views of Shringi Himal. Mani wall is another attraction of Deng.

Day 06: Trek from Deng to Namrung (2630m) 6-7 hours. (B/L/D)

The trail from Deng to Ghap combines uphill, downhill, and the easy trekking path. From Deng you will first get to Ghap, then you will trek through the dense pine and rhododendron forest to get Namrung for the overnight. The mesmerizing view of snowcapped mountains Shringi Himal and Ganesh Himal makes your today`s trip awesome.

Day 07: Trek from Namrung to Sama Gaon (3520m) 4-5 hours. (B/L/D)

Today, we walk through the Mani walls then pass a big Chortens before Shyala then you will continue the trekking to Sama Gaon. Manaslu will accompany you all the way to Sama Gaon. It is a wonderful Gurung village with Tibetan like traditions and culture plus the views of Manaslu, Larke peak and Naike Peak is absolutely fantastic.

Day 08: Acclimatization day at Sama Gaon (3520m). (B/L/D)

Today is the rest day and not doing the long trek so bit easy day and power reserve for Manaslu Circuit. An extra day in Sama Goan (3520m) is always worthwhile. Today you can either hike up to Manaslu Base Camp (4400m) or visit the wonderful Birendra Tal. In your free time, you can just relax at the camp.

Day 09: Trek from Sama Gaon to Samdo (3875m) 4-5 hours. (B/L/D)

Today, you will take a steep uphill trail first to Kyonggma Kharka where you can see the stone huts plus long Mani walls. Samdo will welcome you with stunning views of Naike and Pangboche's peaks. You can also explore the Taka Chouling Gompa in Samdo.

Day 10: Trek from Samdo to Dharamsala (4460m) 4-5 hours. (B/L/D)

After breakfast in Samdo, you'll pass a seasonal Tibetan market called Larke Bazaar and descend to the Budi Gandaki River. Cross the wooden bridge and begin walking upward, crossing two streams while witnessing the Larkya Glacier. You'll head around the valley of the Salka Khola and climb up again to Dharamsala, also known as Larke Phedi. Along the route, you'll see many traditional monasteries.

Day 11: Trek from Dharmasala to Bimthang (3590m) via Larkya La pass (5160m) 8-9 hours. (B/L/D)

Today, we will be going to pass the tough trekking route where you will walk through the moraine route. You can able to see a larky Glacier along the way. The magnificent views of Kanguru, Annapurna II, Himlung Cheo Himal, Gyaji Kang, Larkya Peak, Namjung Himal plus Ranta Chuli make your today trip fabulous. After Larkya La pass the trail is steep descent plus grassy moraine. As it is a rockfall area walk carefully.

Day 12: Trek from Bimthang to Dharapani (1963m) 6-7 hours. (B/L/D)

Today, we start descending down to Hampuk, a rock shelter cave then to Yak Kharka. Further, you will be trekking through Gho-a Gurung village. Furthermore, you will trek continue to Tilije and finally we reach Dharapani.

Day 13: Drive from Dharapani to Kathmandu 8-9 hours. (B/L/D)

Morning after breakfast we will drive to Besisahar by local jeep and from Besisahar we will catch our private jeep to Kathmandu. We could take a rest in our hotel room or shop for souvenirs for our Family and friends. In the evening we will have a farewell dinner at an authentic Nepalese restaurant with a cultural performance.

Day 14: Departure to Airport. (B)

A representative from Himalayan Adventure Treks and Tours will take you to the airport, approximately 3 hours before your scheduled flight. On your way home you'll have plenty of time to plan your next adventure in the wonderful country of Nepal.