Manaslu circuit trek map with complete Itinerary and highlights 2025.

Kathmandu – Machhakhola – Jagat – Dyang – Namrug – Lho – Shyala -Pungyen Monastery – Samagaun – Manaslu base camp – Samdo – Dharmashala – Larke-La, – Bhimthang – Goa – Dharapani – Besisahar – Kathmandu, drive and trekking route Map:

The Manaslu Circuit Trek map is an ultimate guide to discover of the remote most wonderful adventures. Trekking maps helping to the areas details, Himalayan ranges and names. To have Manaslu circuit trek map is best way to explore the region. Like village, mountains ranges, and many more with safe way. Some times the weather always unusual changing, in such a case, map is the best guide to navigate you and complete your dream adventure journey in the Himalayas.

The Manaslu circuit trekking map highlights all the main places and side trips, normally this trek starts from Machhakhola and ending at Tilje village or Dharpani, covering about 137 – 143km trekking over 11 – 13 days. During this trekking time, we will have wonderful experiences of the Himalayan adventures with unique cultures and nature.

Itinerary for Manaslu trek:

Break Down the Trekking Route (Day by Day)

Day – 01: Arrival in Trivuwan International Airport and Transfer to Hotel, (1300M).

Day – 02: Drive to Machha Khola (879 M) 9 – 11 Hours.

first day for trekking drive start from Kathmandu to Machhakhola with complete comfortable 4WD jeep. About 9 – 10 hours driving with privet jeep. during the driving you will have a wonderful experience, Kathmandu to Arughat concrete paved road and after that driving in the off-road to Machhakhola.

Altitude: 879m, Machhakhola.
Time duration: 9 – 11 hours drive.
Elevation loss: 421m, with Kathmandu.
Difficulty level: Easy driving.
Distance: 173km, driving.
Food and Drinks: Dal-Bhat for lunch & choice dinner.
Accommodations: Basic lodge in Machhakhola.

Day – 03: Trek to Jagat (1340 M) 6-7 Hours.

first day trekking start from Machhakhola to Jagat about 22km walking distance, easy trails, passing through beautiful waterfalls, gorges and remote villages with wonderful experience.

Altitude: 1340m, Jagat village.
Time duration: 6-7 hours.
Elevation gain: 420m,
Difficulty level: Easy but long walking.
Food and Drinks: Choice from Menu card.
Accommodations: Basic lodge.
Distance: 22km, walking to Jagat.

Day – 04: Trek to Dyang (1860 M) 6-7 Hours.

Trekking to Dyang from Jagat with beautiful trails with great views of the Shringi Himalayan ranges.

Altitude: 1860m, Dyang village.
Time duration: 6-7 hours walking.
Trekking distance: 20 – 21km.
Elevation gain: 420m,
Difficulty level: Easy trails but long.
Food: Choice from the menu card.
Accommodations: Basic tea house.

Day – 05: Trek to Namrung (2630 M) 7-8 Hours.

Another adventure day to explore beautiful villages and nature.

Altitude: 2630m, Namrung.
Time duration: 6-7 hours.
Trekking distance: 19km.
Elevation gain: 790m.
Difficulty level: Moderate.
Food: Basic choosing from the menu.
Accommodations: Basic tea house.

Day – 07: Hike to Shyala (3500 M) 7-8 hours.

this is the wonderful day for mountains views, long Himalayan ranges and start wide valley start.

Altitude: 3500m, Shyala village.
Time duration: 5- 6 hours.
Trekking distance: 14km.
Elevation gain: 870m.
Difficulty level: Moderate.
Food: Basic choice from Menu card.
Accommodations: Basic Tea-house.

Day – 08: Trek to Sama Gaun (3500 M) via Pungyen Monatstery (4300 M).

Shyala to Sama gau is not so far but hikes to Pungyen monastery side trip and trek to Samagau is one of the most highlight place for Manaslu circuit trek.

Altitude: 3500m Sama-gaun.
Time duration: 5-7 hours via Pungyen.
Trekking distance: 14km via Pungyen monastery.
Elevation gain: 4300m Pungyen, but sleep at 3500m.
Difficulty level: Challenging hike to Pungyen.
Food: Pack lunch and chose dinner.
Accommodations: Comfortable tea house.

Day – 09: Hike to Base Camp (4400 M) and Birendra Lake (3700 meters).

the day for explore world’s 8th highest peak base camp and Samagau with beautiful Birendra Lake hike.

Time duration: 6-8 hours Base camp hike.
Hike distance: 16km round trip.
Elevation gain: 900m.
Difficulty level: Challenging ascent Base camp.
Food: Pack lunch.
Accommodations: Comfortable guest house.

Day – 10: Trek to Samdo (3875 M) 4 hours.

Easy trekking day with wonderful valley trails to Samdo village and good for the acclimatization.

Altitude: 3875m, Samdo village.
Time duration: 3-4 hours.
Trails distance: 8km.
Elevation gain: 375m.
Difficulty level: Easy trails and short.
Food: Choice from Menu.
Accommodations: Basic Tea – House.

Day – 11: Trek to Dharmashala (4400 M) 4.5 hours.

A day to Dharmashala, last tea house before Larke-La pass, the altitude of 4440m overnight, one of the highest sleeping during the Manaslu circuit trek.

Altitude: 4400m, Dharmashala.
Time duration: 4-5 hours.
Trails distance: 8.5km.
Elevation gain: 525m.
Difficulty level: Altitude challenging.
Food: Basic food.
Accommodations: Basic huts and tent.

Day – 12: Trek over Larke- La (5160 M) to Bhimthang (3750 M) 9-10 hours.

Most challenging and highlights of the day for whole Manaslu circuit trekking. Over 5106m crossing Larke-la is memorable achievement in lifetime.

Altitude: 3750m, Bhimthang via Larke-La.
Time duration: 8-10 hours.
Trekking distance: 17km.
Elevation gain: 700m ascend and 1570m descend.
Difficulty level: Most challenging day.
Food: Pack lunch and chose menu at dinner.
Accommodations: comfortable teahouse.

Day – 13: Trek to Goa (2515 m) 7 hours.

just easy trails descent to the Goa, where overnight with beautiful village and comfortable guest houses.

Altitude: 2515m, Goa village.
Time duration: 6hours.
Trip distance: 14km.
Elevation loss: 1235m Descending.
Difficulty level: Easy way to Goa.
Food: Choose from the Menu.
Accommodations: Comfortable tea house.

Day – 14: Trek to Tilje and Drive to Besisahar 6-7 hours.

Trek to Tilje village where jeeps stand and from Tilje drive to Besisahar and further drive to Kathmandu.

Altitude: 760m, Besisahar.
Time duration: 7-8 hours altogether.
Distance: 5-7km from Goa to Tilje walk and about 73km from Tilje to Besisahar off-road drive.
Elevation descent: 1755m.
Difficulty level: Moderate.
Food: Basic Dal-Bhat lunch and order dinner from Menu.
Accommodations: Comfortable lodge.

Day – 15: Drive back to Kathmandu 6-7 hours.

Time duration: 6-7 hours drive.
Road distance: 175km.
Difficulty level: Easy smooth road trip.

Day – 16: Final departure:

After all, complete your Manaslu circuit trek, our team will manage you to drop Trivuwan international airport for your journey back home.

We hope you are leaving Nepal with beautiful memories of mountains, our hospitality and Nepalese cultures. Namaste and we wish you a safe Travels, we are looking forward to welcoming you again for another adventure journey to Nepal Himalayas.

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Best Time for Manaslu Circuit Trek:

Autumn (September to November) and Spring (March to May) is the best time for trek, with beautiful views, stable clear weather, pleasant temperature makes the Manaslu trek best time.

Altitude & Acclimatization Tips

Above the 3000meters altitude, should be get altitude sickness in the Himalayas. There are no boundary, who will get altitude sickness. Any one – any time can get altitude symptoms. It’s depending on how you can adjust the environment.

Here are Some step to avoid altitude sickness,

Walk slowly where you are above 3500 meters altitude around Samagaun – Samdo – Dharmashala and over larke-la, area.

Drink enough water (3-4 litters) recommend.
Stop drinking alcohol and smoke.
Eat plenty and hygienic food, instead of junk food.
Don’t sleep at daytime.
Pack a Diamox for the emergency case.
Walk high and sleep at low elevation.
Use proper acclimatization.

Which Permits Needed for Manaslu trek?

Trek permits & Cost:

These permits are required for your dream adventures journey to Manaslu circuits trek:

Special permit	September – November for a week	usd 100/-
	Beyond a week, per day extra	usd 15/-
Special permit	December – August.	usd 75/-
	Beyond a week, per day extra.	usd 10/-
MCAP	All the season	Npr. 3000/-
ACAP	All the season	Npr. 3000/-
Local government fees	Each enter to the restricted area	Npr. 1000/-

Accommodation & Tea Houses in Manaslu route:

The accommodations along Manaslu region trek are most of the place basic small guest houses but cozy and running by the local families. It is no luxury and never aspect comfortable but the warm hospitality, basic rooms with simple materials are welcoming you on the Himalaya.

Rooms on the trails:

Normally all the tea – houses are twin sharing rooms found. Simple foam mattresses, pillows and one blankets are available, but which is not enough in the high elevation, we Ascend hikes always recommend taking a warm sleeping bag during the trekking in the Himalaya.

Dining hall:

Every guest house has their own small dining hall, where you will get your dinner, lunch and breakfast. In the high altitude they will make a fire at evening to keep it warm, where our food serves here.

Facilities:

Electricity is available most of the village except Dharmashala. Charging gadgets are cost extra. Wi-Fi and mobile network is poor but must of the place its available.

Toilets and Showers:

Hot gas/bucket shower is available with extra charge. Toilets are some guest houses available inside of the room, but most of the guest house you should use common toilet and bathroom, some guest houses have western toilets and some of them just basic toilets depending on the village.

Why Carrying a Map and how its Helps?

Why carrying trekking map, because when heading to the mountain, it is more than paper, it tell you the trails, destination, planning the trip and safety exploration.

Here is the reason to why take trekking map important:

Navigation and safety in the mountain.
Understanding the terrain and location.
Planning the daily routine as your paces.
Emergency case, possibility and backup.

Do I need a map for the Manaslu Circuit trek?

Yes, if you have map, there are more safety and easy to discover the regions what is possibility. It is always best to have one during the trekking in the Himalayas.

Can I trek Manaslu without a guide?

No, there are no possible to trek Manaslu without guide, because Manaslu is restricted area trek route and where without guide forbidden for solo to trek. Find the best local agency for Permits and guide, the company always responsible for all.

Conclusion:

Whether you’re planning your first trek to Manaslu circuit or a Himalayan adventure, the Manaslu circuit Trek map will be your ultimate guide to explore this hidden gem of Nepal without any hindrance to complete your dream adventure.

Choosing a best reliable local agencies, find a friendly guide and porter is most important to make this trekking memorable and enjoyable way to complete. Remember we Ascend hikes is friendly and family base trekking company to assistance you in the journey to Nepal.

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