Manaslu

Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek

One of Nepal’s last great remote circuits. Ancient Tibetan-influenced culture and dramatic high passes.

24 DaysDuration
5,160 mMax altitude
ChallengingLevel
USD 2,190From

Trip Overview

The Manaslu Circuit combined with the restricted Tsum Valley offers one of the most authentic and remote trekking experiences in Nepal. You walk beneath the world’s eighth-highest mountain, cross Larkya La (5,160 m), and visit the culturally protected Tsum Valley with its ancient monasteries and Tibetan-influenced villages.

Restricted-area permits and mandatory guides keep numbers low. This is a journey for those who want solitude, culture and serious mountain scenery.

Highlights

Larkya La Pass (5,160 m)
Manaslu (8,163 m) close views
Restricted Tsum Valley
Ancient monasteries and pure Tibetan culture
Remote villages and few trekkers
Full circuit experience

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive Kathmandu

Briefing & permits

1,400 m

Day 2

Drive to Soti Khola / Machha Khola

Trailhead

~900 m

Day 3–8

Trek into Tsum Valley

Mu Gompa and back

up to ~3,700 m

Day 9–14

Join Manaslu Circuit via Deng, Namrung, Lho, Samagaon

Acclimatization

up to 3,530 m

Day 15–17

Samagaon to Samdo to Dharamsala

Prepare for pass

4,460 m

Day 18

Larkya La to Bimthang

High pass day

5,160 m / 3,720 m

Day 19–21

Descend to Dharapani / Besisahar

Exit

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Day 22–23

Return Kathmandu + buffer

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Day 24

Departure

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Includes

  • All restricted area & conservation permits
  • Guide (mandatory) and porters
  • Teahouse / lodge accommodation
  • Meals on trek
  • Transfers as per itinerary
  • Staff insurance

Excludes

  • International flights, visa, insurance
  • Personal gear, drinks, tips
  • Extra hotel nights

Practical

  • Start: Kathmandu
  • Finish: Kathmandu
  • Season: SEP–NOV, MAR–MAY
  • Group: Max 12

Departure Dates

StartEndPrice
01 Nov 2026 24 Nov 2026 USD 2190 Enquire
15 Oct 2026 07 Nov 2026 USD 2190 Enquire

Private departures available on request.

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