The 4 Best Manaslu Circuit Treks

1.Manaslu Circuit Trek (15 Days)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews · from $1,657Our pick

Spend 15 days walking from Kathmandu through the Manaslu region, from subtropical river valleys to the 5,160-meter Larke Pass. Local guides such as Raj Rai, Tshering, Pemba Sherpa, and Ishwor Rai have led departures. Expect teahouses, shared transport, permit paperwork, porter support, and a quieter route than Everest or Annapurna.

“The Manaslu Circuit Trek is a breathtaking and less-crowded alternative to Nepal’s classic treks.The trail offers ever-changing landscapes, from lush valleys to dramatic high-mountain terrain.Crossing Larkya La Pass is challenging but incrRead more”

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2.16 Day Private Manaslu Circuit Trek from Kathmandu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · from $1,135

Trek Nepal’s Manaslu Circuit with a private guide and support team, traveling from Kathmandu through Jagat, Namrung, Samagaun, and across Larkya Pass. The $1,135 package includes permits, lodge stays, meals, buses, public jeeps, a sleeping bag, down jacket, and airport transfers. Guides such as Kumar, Bashu, Saurab, Dinesh, Prabin, and Binod have led past departures.

“Amazing guide and porters Dinesh Prabin and Binod thought of everything for us on this trip! Really appreciated the kind and expert support X”

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3.Manaslu Circuit Trek 13 Days

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30 reviews · from $1,400

Trek from Machha Khola to Besisahar on a private 13-day Manaslu Circuit journey with an English-speaking guide. Expect suspension bridges, monasteries, Tibetan-influenced villages, Manaslu views, Birendra Lake, and the demanding Larkya La Pass. Public transport, permits, a duffel bag, map, and first-aid kit are included, while meals, lodging, porters, and insurance cost extra.

“Experience with trek mania was incredible, super easy to book with. Everything was sorted such as, hotels, 3 meals a day.”

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4.10 Days Manaslu Circuit Trek in Larke La Pass

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30 reviews · from $1,049Best value

Trek the Manaslu Circuit from Kathmandu to Larke La Pass at 5,160 meters in 10 days. You’ll walk through Gurung villages, stay in shared tea houses, and receive a licensed guide, porter support, meals, permits, and altitude checks. Guides such as Narayan and Gopal are named by the operator, while the route suits hikers with moderate fitness.

“Just returned from an excellent trek. Our guide, Narayan Ntc, was so good. Great to get along with, looked after us all really well, was considerate to our fitness levels and led the whole group successfully throughout the trek. He was backed up by Naresh in Kathmandu who was a joy to deal with. Great experience, thank you!”

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