Manaslu Circuit & Base Camp Trek

We travel west from Kathmandu towards Pokhara, following the winding road over the valley rim and down alongside the Trisuli River. After crossing Trisuli River, we enjoy clear views of the Ganesh Himal and Shringi Himal as we pass through numerous villages before reaching our camp in a small village above the river at Liding. Overnight: Wilderness camp or eco-lodge

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Today we follow a road track of constant ups and downs through forest as we continue to head upstream along the Buri Gandakhi. We descend to the wide, sandy riverbed for lunch then continue along a winding mountain path overlooking the river. After crossing many suspension bridges, we stop in small village of Khorlabesi. Overnight: Wilderness camp or eco-lodge

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The Buri Gandakhi gorge is narrow with sheer cliffs on either side and the morning’s trail begins by following a cliff path along the east bank before passing hot springs at Tatopani and then crossing the Dodan Khola. Today we enter inside Manaslu Conservation area and we camp in a Rocky Valley above Buri Gandakhi. Overnight: Wilderness camp or eco-lodge

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Today will be an easy walk to Chisapani following the trails alongside scenic views of natural waterfalls and rustic villages. Overnight: Wilderness camp or eco-lodge

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Continuing on, we occasionally have to trek high above the river to skirt around narrow gorges that prohibit a path. Today we also have chance to meet a mules on the very narrow trail. The trail takes us through pine forest scattered with rhododendron. Overnight: Wilderness camp or eco-lodge

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The walk today starts with a descent as we make our way to the other side of the Pungyen Khola. After about an hour we arrive in a beautiful flat pasture which leads us to the picturesque village of Samagoan, after a look around the town we will continue another half an hour to reach our campsite at Kermo Kharka. Overnight: Wilderness camp or eco-lodge

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Today has been set aside for acclimatisation. There is an optional walk up the ridge below Manaslu to base camp (4500m), approximately 1500ft, in snow, to gain spectacular views of Manaslu, glaciers and lakes. Overnight: Wilderness camp or eco-lodge

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The trail takes us out of the grasslands and into wilder territory as we skirt around some glacial moraine then descend to the riverbed. Excellent views of the peak of Manaslu today. We soon reach the Tibetan Refugee village of Samdo, a wild place with a substantial village of some 200 permanent residents. Overnight: Wilderness camp or eco-lodge

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After a couple of stream crossings, the Larkya Glacier appears on the opposite bank. We steadily climb, skirting around the Sarka Khola to camp at a small brick hut at the base of the Larkya La (pass). Overnight: Wilderness camp or eco-lodge

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We'll enjoy a rest day here following our long day over the pass yesterday. Overnight: Wilderness camp or eco-lodge

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The trail now basically follows the Marsyangdi downstream, before entering a pristine forest of pine and rhododendron which during the spring months puts on a brilliant display of color. Keep your camera handy today as the views of the Himlung and Manaslu Himal are again spectacular. Overnight: Wilderness camp or eco-lodge

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After a morning walk of 3-4 hours, we will reach Dharapani and meet our vehicle at the roadhead for the drive onwards to Besisahar where we will spend the night. The village is set in the Marsyangdi valley on a plateau high above the river. Overnight: Wilderness camp or eco-lodge

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Today after breakfast we will drive to Kathmandu, joining the Kathmandu to Pokhara highway at the bustling town of Dumre. On arrival the rest of the day is free to relax. Overnight Radisson Hotel.

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After breakfast arrangements cease unless further arrangements have been made. Those people travelling by aircraft to further destinations will be transferred to the airport.

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