Manaslu Larkya Pass Trek

14 Days
Moderate

Max. Altitude

5160m

Best Season

Sep -Dec & Mar-June

Activity

Trekking

Start / End Point

Kathmandu/Kathmandu

Overview of Manaslu Larkya Pass Trek

The Manaslu Larkya Pass Trek is one of the newly introduced challenging and adventurous treks in Nepal’s Manaslu area. It is located midway between Langtang and Annapurna in the west-northwest of Nepal. In the native language, the name Manaslu refers to the friendly and powerful deity which means “The Spirit-Mountain”.

The eighth-highest peak in the world, Mountain Manaslu is situated in Nepal’s Gorkha district in the northern Himalayan range. Trekking permission for this area was specially issued to the trekkers by the Nepali government evidently in 1992. Undoubtedly, trekking in the Manaslu zone offers an intense and thrilling experience.

Accordingly, it offers breathtaking vistas of the spectacular snow-capped mountains that abound with the childlike innocence of the locals.

Visitors can experience a genuine adventure thanks to the unmatched beauty of Manaslu and its unique fusion of Tibetan and Nepalese culture. The mountains and valleys are covered with a variety of natural habitats here.

Since the Manaslu region is one of Nepal’s most isolated areas, there has been minimal to nonexistent activity in certain areas. Perhaps as a result of the area’s isolation, the beauty of the environment has not been altered and is still striking, lovely, and hypnotic.

The highest viewpoint on this journey is Manaslu Laryka-La Pass, at 5,160 meters. The Manaslu Circuit trek is thought to be among the hardest in Nepal.

Luxury lodge trekking in the Manaslu circuit getting popular we are providing hot showers, comfortable private rooms, and food unlimited choices for menu the local guide with a government-licensed holder & fluent English, French, and German-speaking with great information.

Therefore the region demands a strong trekking background and excellent physical fitness. the local porter is helpful and they will carry the trekking gear from the Manaslu circuit trek.

Trekking the Larkya Pass will reward the daring with an unmatched alpine experience. Difficult ascent and occasionally slick passes require caution. However, the trail is well-traveled, and the descent is not very challenging. In general, only a small number of trekkers travel to the Manaslu Larkya Pass Trek.

If you want to explore details best local company for Manaslu circuit trek is Life Himalaya trekking offers the best local guide with a high-altitude friendly itinerary for the Manaslu circuit trek for 14 days including luxury lodges and private transportation.

Highlights of Manaslu Larkya Pass Trek

Stunning views of Manaslu, Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, and the other minor yet significant mountain ranges.
Explore the green slopes, and pass through rhododendron-filled woodland and alpine meadows.
Beautiful Buddhist monastery with magnificent artwork and architecture.
Travel to Manaslu Base Camp by negotiating the difficult Larkya Pass (5,106m), the highest point of the journey.
Rare animals and plants, with a focus on the lower Himalayas and areas with subtropical climates.
Himalayan culture, tradition, religion, and way of life of Manaslu and Nar-Phu.
Stunning views of the Himalayas at sunrise and sunset.

Manaslu Larkya Pass Trek Itinerary

day 01 Kathmandu to Arughat Bazaar and to Machha Khola

From Kathmandu, you may start your journey to the Manaslu Circuit. Starting at 6 and 8 in the morning, you may catch a direct private 4*4 jeep from Kathmandu’s hotel to Machh Khola via Arughat.

You may see the amazing vistas, terraces, and lush slopes of Annapurna, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, and Langtang Himal as you pass the crest of the Kathmandu Valley. Depending on your schedule and preference, you can go to Arughat through the Gorkha Bazaar or Dhading Besi. However, we shall pass via Dhadingbesi on our trip.

The road has been extended from the Arughat Bazaar to the Sotikhola (12.9 km) and to the Machhakhola (13 km), which may be reached by Jeep 4*4 vehicle straightaway. A dirt road is passable in 2 1/2 to 3 hours. The route will approach the Budhigandaki River’s bank.

We get to see beautiful vistas of Shringri Himal and how the villagers live along the road. Driving from Sotikhola to Machhakhola (Fish River) further examines people’s daily lives as it passes past rice fields. We spend the night in the village of Machhakhola.

Maximum Altitude

870 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Trek Duration

8 hours Drive

Accomodations

Lodge

day 02 Trek Machha Khola to Jagat

On this day, the route will pass via Tatopani, Duman, Dovan, and Thado Bhanjyang as it travels from Machha Khola to Jagat. The riverside path is continued.

The route travels through Tharo Khola, Khorlabesi, and ultimately arrives at Tatopani, a hot spring, by way of brief ascents and descents. After eating lunch and taking a hot bath in Tatopani, we will accordingly hike up and down ravines and between carved trees.

We arrive at Dovan after navigating a mountain and the Budhi Gandaki River. As we ascend, the vista and the plants change, bringing us closer to Jagat. During the trek through the jungle, Langur monkeys could appear unexpectedly. Stay the night at the sizable Gurung village of Jagat.

Maximum Altitude

1,340 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Trek Duration

7 hours walk

Accomodations

Lodge

day 03 Trek Jagat to Deng

Following the Budhi Gandaki River’s uphill course, you will start the day by trekking via the villages of Salleri and Sirdibas. Then we pass through the Gurung settlement of Philim after passing via Ghatta Khola. We walk past farms where maize, millet, potatoes, and vegetables are grown before reaching Nupri.

You will eventually reach the Gurung hamlet of Deng after across a few more suspension bridges, strolling through bamboo forests, and passing the Nyak settlement. You will spend the night here and enjoy a breathtaking view of Shringi Himal (7161m).

Maximum Altitude

1,860 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Trek Duration

7 hours walk

Accomodations

Lodge

day 04 Trek Deng to Prok Village

We hike to Prok from Deng. This settlement is perched on a ridge and is located at an elevation of 2,397 meters. The Bhotias, an indigenous mountain population who are more culturally similar to Tibetan Buddhists than to Nepalese Hindus, live in the village of Prok, which is rarely visited by outsiders.

As we travel into the canyon, we ascend and descend several times while taking in the breathtaking vistas. We cross the big Buri Gandaki twice.

Maximum Altitude

2,397 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Trek Duration

6 hours walk

Accomodations

Lodge

day 05 Explore the day in Prok Village and visit Kal Tal/KalChhumar Lake

The lovely Prok Village is taking today off. The city of Prok is located on a level area directly above the Budhigandaki River. Meanwhile, this is the place to go if you want to experience authentic Nepalese culture and a true village.

You will visit Kal Tal/Kal Chhumar Lake (3,574m) throughout the day to enjoy the breathtaking panoramic views and the serenity of Kal Lake. Go back to Prok to spend the night.

Maximum Altitude

2,397 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Trek Duration

6 hours walk

Accomodations

Lodge

day 06 Trek Prok to Lho

You start the day’s hike by traveling to Ghap on a downward path. Wander through a lush forest with pine and coniferous trees. Be sure to jump two crossings before ascending to Namrung. From there, follow the road to Barcham, a community with gently undulating green fields.

You reach the sizable settlement of Lho especially after climbing a hill from there. It has a monastery, and Lho is a large community. Hence, we’ll have an opportunity to learn about the Tibetan way of life and see the neighborhood monastery there. Overnight, we spend at Lho village.

Maximum Altitude

3,180 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Trek Duration

6 hours walk

Accomodations

Lodge

day 07 Trek Lho to Sama Gaon

Move away from Lho village and toward Sama Gaon. Pass a woodland on your way to Shyala, then ascend gradually. You must go about an hour on foot from Shyala to Sama Gaun. Mountain vistas diminish as you approach the village, but the yak pastures and conventional villages will draw you in.

Spend the afternoon hiking up to the historic Gomba hamlet above the town and exploring the intriguing Sama Gaon village’s walkways. The town is home to one of the Nubri Valley’s oldest monasteries. Spend the night at Sama Gaon.

Maximum Altitude

3,520 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Trek Duration

6 hours walk

Accomodations

Lodge

day 08 Explore day in Sama Gaon for acclimatization, may visit Manaslu Base Camp, Birendra Lake, or Pung Gyen Gumba

Sama Gaon’s acclimatization day is today to avoid altitude sickness. In addition, you’ll do a climb to Pungyen Gompa in the Nubri Valley’s east as acclimatization. It will take roughly two and a half hours to walk the ridge to Pungyen Monastery. You can pack a lunch to eat at the rest spots while on this acclimatization walk.

Another option is to hike towards Manaslu Base Camp for 3 to 4 Hours, where we’ll have stunning views of the Birendra Lake (45-minute walk), glacier, and valley. Return to Samagaun for an overnight stay.

Maximum Altitude

3,520 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Trek Duration

6 hours walk

Accomodations

Lodge

day 09 Trek Sama Gaun to Samdo

After breakfast, the walk takes us to a spectacular alpine landscape where blue sheep can be seen grazing on the neighboring desolate hills. To go to the pine and birch forests, we accordingly]cross the suspension bridge. Moving forward, we will eventually pass another bridge and ascend to the opposite side of the Budhi Gandaki River.

You may have a pleasant walk among the local alpine plants because the route is more broad and easy today than it is on other days. As you ascend to the town of Samdo, pass through imposing Mani walls that are adorned with prayer flags and encrypted with cryptic prayers. Spend the night at Samdo.

Maximum Altitude

3,875 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Trek Duration

6 hours walk

Accomodations

Lodge

day 10 A day side trip to Tibet Border at Ruila Pass

After breakfast today, we climb for three to four hours to the Tibet border at Ruila Pass (4,998m). Enjoy the Tibetan border while snapping photographs before returning to for the night.

Maximum Altitude

4,998 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Trek Duration

6 hours walk

Accomodations

Lodge

day 11 Trek Samdo to Dharamsala

The trek takes us across a bridge, up through the Larkya bazaar’s market streets, and along the ancient trade route to Tibet. The route arrives at Dharamsala, also known as Larkya Phedi, after passing past several Mani walls and stone cottages and walking through the Syacha Glacier’s gorge.

You halt in Dharamsala, a little town with few residences. Get a good night’s rest since tomorrow you will cross the Larkya La, the highest point of your walk and a difficult mountain pass. Overnight in Dharamsala.

Maximum Altitude

4,460 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Trek Duration

6 hours walk

Accomodations

Lodge

day 12 Trek Dharmashala to Bimtang,Via Larkya La

Given that the day is going to be difficult, you set off on your walk early in the morning. The ascent is challenging since the path passes through the rock layers of Larkya Glacier. You must keep ascending the cold, rugged route until you reach Larkya La Pass.

From the pass, a beautiful vista of many mountains is seen eventually. Although the steep fall from here is difficult, the experience is equally gratifying. Bimthang anticipates the end of a challenging day. Spend the night in Bimthang.

Maximum Altitude

5,160 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Trek Duration

8 hours walk

Accomodations

Lodge

day 13 Trek Bhimtang to Dharapani

The last day of the trek around Manaslu is today. You will significantly stroll through verdant woodlands teeming with wildlife and plants. You leave behind the majestic Himalayas shortly as you descend to Dharapani from Bimthang. To get to Gho, the path drops to Dudh Khola and travels through extensive pine and rhododendron forests.

A portion of Lamjung Mountain, which towers above the Marshyangdi valley, may be seen from the bottom of the valley. Accordingly, we reach Dharapani, the major path of the Annapurna Circuit trek, after passing through the villages of Tilje and Thonje. We’ll spend the night at Dharapani.

Maximum Altitude

1,963 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Trek Duration

7 hours walk

Accomodations

Lodge

day 14 Drive Dharapani to Beshisahar, Again drive back to Kathmandu

From Dharapani to Beshisahar, a shared Jeep will transport you. Finally, you’ll board a public bus at Besisahar to get to Kathmandu.

Maximum Altitude

1,340 m.

Meals

Breakfast and Lunch

Trek Duration

9 hours drive

What's Included

Airport pick up and bring to your hotel
Complete departure information, About the trek, flight ticket, guide, altitude sickness, and reconfirmation and extend visa service
(if necessary) and extra tour service before the trek starts.
4*4 jeep ride to Machakhola Arughat from Kathmandu
Local jeep ride to Beshisahar from Dharapani
The private Transport ride to Kathmandu from Beshisahar
Best Lodge accommodation & full board meals throughout the trek.
breakfast, lunch, and dinners are included chosen from the lodge menu.
Twin-share accommodation during the trek.
As per group size experience, government license holder trek guide, helpful and friendly strong, porters (1 porter for 2 people) and their food, accommodation, salary, equipment, and accidental insurance for all staff. ( 5 trekkers 1 assistant guide )
A warm Down jacket and four seasonal sleeping bags will be provided during the Manaslu trekking If necessary (the down jacket and sleeping bag are to be returned after the trip )
TIMS Fee- Trekkers’ Information Management System (Please bring 4 passport-size photos for permits)
Manaslu Conservation Area trek permit fee. Manalsu trail map.
First Aid kits for the staff and the groups. including oxi-meter
Services coordination for emergency and rescue operations
Government taxes & office service charge
Life Himalaya trekking duffel bag and T-shirts as a gift !!
Achievement Certificate.

What's Excluded

Meals not quantified in the ‘Meal Inclusions’ in the itinerary’
Travel insurance
International airfare
Nepal entry visa charge.
All beverage and other personal expenses.
Snacks and other personal expenses
Hot shower during the trek.
Excursions and sightseeing are optional.

Tips and Donations to Monasteries and Porters.

Manaslu Larkya Pass Trek - Essential Information

Best Time for Manaslu Larkya Pass Trek

The higher elevation hike to Manaslu base camp is in the Himalayas. All seasons are suitable for Manaslu Circuit trekking. However, because of the temperate temperature and steady environment that these seasons offer, spring and fall are the finest periods to hike Manaslu.

It will thus be challenging to even hike the Short Manaslu circuit trek during the winter or monsoon seasons. These are the best times to go hiking and take in unimpeded vistas of the mountains because the weather is dry and clear.

The nights are cool, and the days are bright. The trails do get packed and crowded during these peak seasons, though.

Permits for Manaslu Larkya Pass Trek

You require three different permissions for the Manaslu trip because it is a restricted area trek in Nepal. A local agency may be able to issue the special restricted area permit that you want. For the hike, you will also require an MCAP and ACAP permit.

A permit for the Manaslu Restricted Area must be obtained from the Department of Immigration. All of these permits are available at the Nepal Tourism Board’s offices in Pokhara and Kathmandu.

Permit costs for Manaslu Larkya Pass Trek

• Entry Permit for the Manaslu Conservation Area Project (ACAP) costs NRS 3000 for foreigners, NRS 1000 for residents of SAARC nations, and NRS 100 for Nepalese.

• Entry Permit for the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP): NRS 3000 for foreigners, NRS 1000 for residents of SAARC nations, and NRS 100 for Nepalese.

• Manaslu Restricted Area Permit:(a) From September to November: $100 per person for 7 days; after the seventh day, $15.00; (b) From December to August: $75 per person for 7 days; after the seventh day, $10.00.

• NRS 1000 TIMS Card. NRS 300 for nationals of SAARC nations.

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This is our second time booking with Life Himalaya Trekking and we were nothing but happy with the entire experience. Our two week trip started with the meetup in Kathmandu and travelling to Lukla for the meeting of our guide Pramod and our Porter Lilaraj - everything was organized perfectly. From then on we were in great hands throughout our tour, always well taken care of and always looked after. Pramod was full of knowledge and insight of the area and the surrounding mountains. Lilaraj helped us with our bags and made the trip feel a little lighter for us. We are so thankful to both of them for supporting us on our trip - it would not have been as much fun and as comfortable without both of them! We really enjoyed the EBC trail as well - the weather was fantastic and the views of the mountains on this trail are phenomenal. But be prepared for quite a busy trail and definitely some exhausting parts along the way. But with the support of Pramod and Lilaraj, we made it to our goal to reach the EBC and we are very proud of the achievement. It would not have been possible without all the help from Life Himalaya Trekking - we cannot wait to come back for our next tour!
  
 
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We went recently on the EBC trek for 14 days with Life Himalaya Trekking - and everything was organized perfectly. From the communication ahead of the trip to the hike itself - we were well taken care of. Shiba, the head of the company, made sure our trip started and ended smoothly. Our guide Pramod was so kind and very well informed, we got the best possible information while trekking. Our porter Lilaraj supported us along the whole trek. We have nothing to complain about and we look forward to visiting beautiful Nepal again. And we look forward to our next tour with Life Himalaya Trekking!
  
 
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I completed the Manaslu Circuit with Saugat and Aunil, and it was an absolutely incredible experience! The trek was breathtaking, the organization was perfect, and the views were simply stunning. Saugat’s knowledge, professionalism, and expertise as a guide, together with Aunil’s help, kindness, and support as a porter, made the whole experience even more special. I couldn’t have asked for a better team! I will definitely come back to Nepal, and I will choose this agency, Saugat, and Aunil again without hesitation. 10 stars for my new friends! Thank you both for making this adventure unforgettable!
  
 
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A life changing experience! Milan and Bhim were the best guide and porter for our very first trek in the Himalayas. Although the weather wasn’t always on our side, we got to see the most spectacular views, stayed in the best hotels/ camps and definitely got to tick off an item on the bucket list. Thank you Milan, for your wealth of knowledge and for guiding us safely through some rather wet and rainy conditions. We will definitely be back!
  
 
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Thanks to Life Himalaya Trekking, my husband and I were able to realize a dream. From the moment of organizing from Italy, Shiba proved to be extremely available and quick in communications. And, once here, we were able to immediately verify how efficient the entire team that makes up the company is. Shiba is infinitely sweet and friendly; he pampered us, guiding us through all the organizational aspects of our trip, from the trek to Everest Base Camp to cultural visits in Kathmandu and surroundings, covering all types of transportation we needed. Thanks to him, we had the pleasure of spending our time in Nepal with unique people, who allowed us to get to know this wonderful country and its inhabitants up close. Tika was our guide during the hike to EBC, and thanks to him and our porter Podam, we experienced a wonderful and authentic adventure! Both very knowledgeable, they were excellent at taking care of us, thanks to their attention to even the small things, the advice and information they provided us, but especially due to their friendliness, which allowed us to approach even the most difficult situations with ease. Tika is an exceptional entertainer and a great photographer; he was our family for more than a week, and we are very grateful to him. The entire experience of reaching Everest Base Camp was all-encompassing; it captivated us in every aspect, both scenic and human. It was exciting to reach the destination after a journey that lasted about a week. But it was equally incredible and moving to fly by helicopter from Gorak Shep to Lukla, retracing from above every step taken and every place experienced during the previous days. We would like to thank Promot, Raj, Rajan, and especially our exceptional tour guide Ajya, who accompanied us through the most iconic places in Kathmandu, sharing their history and every cultural aspect. The passion and love for one's work allowed us to immerse ourselves in a world that, otherwise, we would have understood and experienced only halfway. Thanks also to all the other members who contributed to the success of our trip. This is a goodbye; we look forward to returning to Nepal!
  
 
  
  
 
 
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