Manaslu Trekking - 15 Days

Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, a representative from Adventure Himalaya Circuit will be ready to welcome you at the arrival terminal, holding a personalized sign with your name. After a warm greeting, you’ll be escorted to your hotel in Kathmandu in a comfortable private vehicle. Once you've settled in, our team will meet you at the hotel to provide a short briefing about your trek itinerary and other important travel arrangements.

Our journey kicks off today with an extended yet picturesque drive from Kathmandu to Soti Khola. We'll travel along the Prithvi Highway, a route renowned for its breathtaking landscapes—rushing rivers, rolling green hills, cascading waterfalls, majestic snow-covered peaks, and neatly carved terraced farmlands. After reaching Arughat, the road becomes rough and bumpy, taking approximately two more hours to arrive at our destination, Soti Khola.

Our trekking adventure begins early in the morning. After crossing a suspension bridge, the trail ascends to a ridge overlooking the powerful currents of the Budhi Gandaki River, leading us to the village of Khorsaani. From here, the path becomes more challenging, navigating across a large rock slab and a stream. We move along a rugged trail that winds through dense patches of nettles and passes by vibrant tropical waterfalls. The route descends back to the riverbank before rising sharply on a rocky incline. After a series of ascents and descents, we finally arrive at the charming Gurung settlement of Labu Besi, where we stop for the night.

Today, we leave Labu Besi behind and begin a steady ascent along the trail. Our journey takes us through Doban, eventually leading us to the charming village of Jagat, where we will settle in for the night.

Our day kicks off with a scenic walk along the riverbank, continuing for about an hour until we reach Ghata Khola. From there, we cross over to the eastern side of the river and begin a gradual ascent toward Philim—a significant village on the trail and the location of the Manaslu Conservation Area Project office. Along the way, you'll be treated to a view of the majestic Mt. Lapuchun, standing tall at 5,950 meters. We’ll spend the night at a local guesthouse.

Our journey begins with a scenic trek through dense woodlands nestled within a narrow gorge, eventually leading us to the quiet village of Dang. From there, we cross the Budhi Gandaki River as the valley widens and start climbing toward the village of Rana. The path then winds high above the riverbanks, offering breathtaking glimpses of the majestic Manaslu Massif. After enjoying these elevated views, we descend into the village of Ghap, where we will spend the night at a local guest house.

Today’s journey takes us on a scenic trek from Ghap to the picturesque village of Lho, situated at an elevation of 3,020 meters. The walk typically takes around 6 to 7 hours at a steady pace. As we ascend gradually, the landscape begins to transform—lush greenery gives way to alpine terrain, and the majestic Himalayan peaks start to appear more prominently in the distance.

Along the trail, especially near Manrung, we’ll come across numerous intricately carved Mani walls—symbols of Tibetan Buddhist culture. We will also cross the Budi Gandaki River three more times, each crossing offering its own unique view and character. By late afternoon, we’ll arrive in Lho, a charming village with stunning mountain backdrops, where we’ll spend the night.