Short Trek To Manaslu Circuit in 2024 and 2025

Why is Manaslu not an average trek? 

Well, it used to be an off-beaten path, but still, we can call it an off-beaten path trail. There are limited tea houses; trails are tricky, and in some places, rocks will be falling. Writing in this day mentally, you need to challenge various things, such as food, amenities, and tea houses.

Some people say the Manaslu Circuit is the best alternative trekking route, but seriously, every trekking route in Nepal has its own character. Some normal treks, like the Dhampus and Ghorepani kinds of short treks, can be compared to each other, but not the Annapurna Circuit or Manaslu.

Ok, let’s talk about the short Manaslu Circuit Trek. Pictures and Videos speak a lot more than words but they are still in words Landscapes are dominating, Experience Tibetan Cultures, Majestic Manaslu (the eighth highest peak in the world), and the Larkya La Pass at 5153 m. Waterfalls and rivers are beautiful on this trail, if you are a nature lover. Not only the Manaslu peak but other mountain peaks such as Ganesh, Lamjung Ranges, and Tibetan Peaks are other highlights of this trek.

The spring season is another attraction of this trek, with beautiful rhododendron flowers. Government-approved trekking companies must enter the naturally beautiful Manaslu, which is a restricted area. The trekking trails of Manaslu meet with the Annapurna Circuit after crossing Larkya La pass. Check out our videos and follow us on Facebook and Instagram for recent pictures.

The tea houses are decent, with normal beds and common bathrooms. Things are improving, so if you are ready to challenge the off-beaten paths to Manaslu Circuit, write us. Rugged Trails Nepal arranges all the trekking permits and other necessary permits for this trek with an experienced guide.

A short Manaslu Trek itinerary overview. Check below, and for details, write to us.

Short 10-Day Circuit Trek Itinerary

Day 01: Kathmandu to Arughat drive & trek to Soti Khola Distance: 6-7 hours drive, 2-3 hours trek

Day 02: Soti Khola to Machha Khola (1001 m) Distance: 5-hour trek

Day 03: Machha Khola to Jagat (1410 m), Distance: 5–6 hours trek

Day 04: Jagat to Deng (2600 m) Distance: 6-7 hours trek

Day 05: Deng to Namrung (2540 m) Distance: 5-hour trek

Day 06: Namrung to Samagaun (3500 m) Distance: 6-7 hours trek

Day 07: Samagaun to Dharmashala (4460 m) Distance: 5-hour trek

Day 08: Dharamshala to Bimthang via Larkey La Pass (5213 m) Distance: 7-8 hours trek

Day 09: Bumthang to Dharapani Distance: 6-7 hours trek

Day 10: Dharapani to Besisahar to Kathmandu by Jeep. Distance: 8–9 hours jeep or bus