Manaslu Larke Pass Trek – 16 days

Upon arrival in Kathmandu, at the Tribhuvan International Airport, our official representative will greet you and assist you in transferring to your hotel room in Kathmandu. You can take some time by yourself and relax after your journey. You will be spending the night here in Kathmandu. 

After devouring a delicious breakfast, we will embark on a half-day tour of Kathmandu City. We will be visiting renowned landmarks like; Swayambhunath, Bouddhanath, Pashupatinath, and Kathmandu Durbar Square. Once we return from the fruitful excursion we will be attending a pre-departure meetup for a briefing regarding the trip. We will spend the night here in Kathmandu.

We will embark upon this astounding adventure with a scenic 8-9-hour drive from Kathmandu to Macchakhola. You will get a chance to enjoy the glorious landscapes and rural villages along the way. Upon reaching the Machhakhola, you will check into your lodge. You will be spending the night here at Machhakhola.

We will officially begin our trek from Macchikhola. It’s about 16-17 kilometers; it will take about 7 hours to trek. The terrain is gently uphill and will eventually reach Jagat. Throughout the journey, we will pass through lush green forests and picturesque villages. You will have the opportunity to explore the surrounding villages and become acquainted with the local culture. You will be spending the night here at Jagat. 

An exciting day filled with adventure awaits as we wake up on day 5. We will continue our trek from Jagat to Deng. It is about 18-19 km away, so it’s better to have a quick lunch. This trail passes through astounding landscapes, and we will cross high-suspension bridges and enjoy the natural scenery. Eventually, we reach Deng and spend the rest of the night there.

Today’s trek takes you from Deng to Namrung. It is about 15-16km and will take 7-8 hrs to trek. Trek will ascend 810m today. You will be passing through the lush forests following the trail along the Budi Gandaki River. This trail passes through several villages, and you will get a chance to immerse yourself in the scenic beauty of this region. You will spend the night here at Ghap. 

The distance of the walk from Namrung to Syala is 13-14 Kilometers. After breakfast, we will take an easy 1-hour walk, then start an uphill trek to Lho. After lunch, continue uphill for about 1 hour, then start a bit downhill, and the last part is uphill for about 1 hour to arrive at Syala. Syala has a very nice view of sunset and sunrise, so it’s much better to wake up early in the morning for sunrise with nice views of Mt.Manaslu 8163m. It is the world’s 8th highest mountain, and Manaslu means Mountain of Spirit or the Soul of god.

After breakfast, trek to Samagaun via Pungden gompa. It has a very nice trekking trail and a nice view as well. From Syala, will take the right-hand side trekking trail, trek up to 4010 mt to Pungden gompa, then downhill to Samagaun. It is about 12-13km away today. It will take a 7-8-hour trek. Overnight Samagaun.

Acclimatization day here today. But will hike to Birendra Lake or to Manaslu Base Camp at 4800m. If you prepare to go to Manaslu base camp, it is about 11-12 Kilometers. Total, it will take 8-9 hours.

Today, it is an easy day with only 5.5 to 6 Kilometers of walking. The trek begins to cross the bridge just near Samdo. After crossing the bridge, the trail will climb for about 20 minutes, then be an easy trek for 15 minutes. Samdo is a nice place where you can see the way to Dharamsala the next day.

From the village of Samdo, you’ll begin a challenging 4-hour trek to Dharmasala, also called Larkya Phedi. The trail takes you through rocky terrain as you gradually ascend to 585 meters. It’s about 5 to 6 kilometers, preparing you for the upcoming crossing of the Larkya La pass. After reaching Dharmasala, you’ll settle in for the night to help your body adjust to the higher altitude. Dharmasala offers rustic charm and a peaceful atmosphere, making it the perfect spot to rest and recharge. You’ll have comfortable accommodations for the night in Dharmasala.

Today is the most difficult and exciting day of the Manaslu circuit trek. Depending on weather conditions, but mostly 3:30 am breakfast, 4 am departure from Dharmasala,(Larke la base camp) and will trek to the Larke pass and go down to Bhimtang.

Today, trekkers will walk 14-14.5 km. In the morning, about 1 hour is uphill, then an easy trek, then about 20 minutes of uphill, then easy, then uphill, easy, etc. Overall, 4-5 hrs to get to the top, and 4-5 hrs descent do  Bhimtang. After the top little climb, but mostly downhill, it is much better to take a spike (normal crampon for Larke La pass day)

Continuing your journey, you’ll descend from Bhimtang towards Goa. The trail will guide you through lush forests, where the vibrant greenery will create a peaceful and calming atmosphere. Along the way, you’ll cross rivers, their flowing waters providing a soothing soundtrack to your trek. As you venture forth, the landscape will gradually change, offering you a constantly changing and picturesque view.

 Eventually, you’ll reach Tilje, a captivating village that seamlessly blends the rich Gurung and Tibetan cultures. The unique cultural fusion and warm hospitality of the locals will make your stay in Goa a truly memorable experience. Trekking distance is 13-14 km today. Overall, an easy day.

Gowa to Tilche takes about an hour, and Tilche to Dharapani is a maximum of 2 hours of trekking; take lunch here. After lunch, the local jeep drives to Besisahar for roughly 3 hours. The roads are mostly bumpy.

We will take a local bus or a jeep from Besisahar to Kathmandu. Upon reaching Kathmandu, you can check into your hotel and relax. You will spend the night in Kathmandu.

Day 16, the day of departure. After finishing your last breakfast in Nepal, our official representative will take you to the airport. You will be saying goodbye to Nepal with many fond memories of your Manaslu trekking adventure.