Trip facts of 16 Days Manaslu Trek
Destination
Nepal/ Manaslu
Duration
16 Days
Trip Grade
Moderate
Activities
Tour and Trek
Accommodation
Hotels / Tea House
Food
Breakfast /Lunch /Dinner
Best Season
Sept to Nov / Mar to May
Max.altitude
5,167 m
Transportation
Drive/ Flight
Group Size
1 to 14++
16 Days Manaslu Trek
- Day 1: Arrival in Nepal and Transfer to Hotel
- Day 2: City Tour and Trek Preparation
- Day 3: Drive from Kathmandu to Machha khola (850m) (157kms –8Hrs drive)
- Day 4: Trek from Machhakhola to Jagat (1340m) (23Km, 10Hrs)
- Day 5: Trek from Jagat to Deng(1860m) (20Km, 9 Hrs)
- Day 6: Trek from Deng to Namrung (2630m) (18Km, 8Hrs)
- Day 7: Trek from Namrung to Lho (3180m) (11Km, 5Hrs)
- Day 8: Trek from Lho to Samagaun (3500m) (8Km, 5 Hrs)
- Day 9: Acclimatizing day at Samagaun(Explore around Birendra Lake or Pungen Monastery or Manaslu Base Camp)
- Day 10: Trek from Samagau to Samdo (3860m) (9Km, 5 Hrs)
- Day 11: Trek from Samdoto Dharamsala (4480m) (13Km, 6Hrs)
- Day 12: Cross the Larke pass (5106m) trek down to Bintang (3720 m) (20Km, 9 Hrs)
- Day 13: Bintang to Tilije (2300m) (10Km, 6 Hrs)
- Day 14: Trek to Dharapani and drive to Besisahar (760m) (12Km 6 Hrs 35 Km 3 Hrs Drive)
- Day 15: Drive from Besisahar to Kathmandu (176kms –6Hrs drive)
- Day 16: Departure from Nepal or follow your Next trip
Summary of 16 Days Manaslu Trek
The 16 Days Manaslu Trek is a scenic and culturally immersive journey through the majestic Himalayas of Nepal. Beginning with a cultural day tour in Kathmandu, the trek ventures into the rugged landscapes of the Manaslu region, blending Tibetan-influenced villages like Samagaun and Samdo with breathtaking mountain panoramas. Trekkers acclimatize at the foot of Manaslu Base Camp, conquer the iconic Larke Pass, and gradually descend through lush forests to Tilije and Dharapani. This well-paced itinerary offers a perfect balance of nature, culture, and adventure, making it one of the best off-the-beaten-path treks in Nepal.
Include Exclude in 16 Days Manaslu Trek
What’s Included
- Transport I: Airport pick-up and drop in Kathmandu, Pokhara, or Lumbini, with private vehicle
- Accommodation: Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu, Pokhara, or Lumbini (based on the itinerary), including breakfast
- Documents: All required trekking permits (ACAP and TIMS), official documents, paperwork, office service charges, and government taxes
- Transport II: Transportation between Kathmandu or Lumbini to Pokhara (round trip) is arranged as per the itinerary, either by tourist bus, private vehicle, or plane
- Transport III: Transportation from Pokhara to the trek start point and back from the trek end point according to the itinerary
- Guide: Experience trekking guide
- Porters: One porter will be provided for every two trekkers
- Duffel Bag: If you need a duffel bag, please let us know before booking the trip and remind us after you arrive
- Trekking Map: A trekking route map for the group leader
- Food and Accommodation: Food and accommodation during the trek in tea houses (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
- Nepali Dinner: A farewell dinner at a traditional Nepali restaurant
What’s Excluded
- Flight ticket: International flight tickets and airport tax
- Nepal visa: You can get your Nepal visa upon arrival at the airport
- City Lunch: Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu / Pokhara / Lumbini
- City tour: city tour with a vehicle and entry fees for visiting UNESCO World Heritage Sites
- Personal expenses: like laundry, phone calls, snacks, drinks, bar bills, and camera battery charging
- Travel Insurance: It should cover emergency evacuation if needed, while trekking to the highest point listed in the itinerary
- Trekking Equipment: Personal trekking gears for your comfort and safety
- Transport IV: Local jeep or bus transport during the trek (if needed but not mentioned in the itinerary)
- Tips and Gifts: Tips for guides, porters, drivers and related staff during trip
