The 10 Best Manaslu Circuit Treks from Kathmandu

1.Manaslu Circuit Trek (15 Days)

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

Trek from Kathmandu through the Budi Gandaki Valley to Samagaon, Samdo, and across Larkya La Pass. Expect licensed guides, porters, teahouse stays, permits, and small-group support. The remote route suits fit hikers who want fewer crowds and close contact with mountain communities.

“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 incr”

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2.16 Day Private Manaslu Circuit Trek from Kathmandu

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

Travel privately from Kathmandu around Manaslu with a licensed guide, local lodges, mountain villages, Birendra Lake, Manaslu Base Camp options, and the 5,106-meter Larkya Pass. Guides such as Bashu and Kumar have led past departures, while meals, permits, gear, and transport are included.

“This trek was an absolute hit – we couldn’t have imagined a better experience. We are extremely happy that we chose a route that includes Serung Gumpa Monastery, as it was an experience in itself.”

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3.Manaslu Circuit Trek 13 Days

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

Trek from Machha Khola through Gurung and Tibetan villages to Larkya La Pass, then descend to Besisahar and return to Kathmandu. Expect a licensed English-speaking guide, public transport, permits, teahouse stays, long days, and striking views of Manaslu. Guides may include Hem, Pradip, Kumar, or others.

“I did the 2 week Manaslu circuit trek with a friend Maddy and we had the most incredible time! Our guide Kumar was incredibly charismatic and caring which really made our experience. It’s so important to have a good guide on these kind”

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4.10 Days Manaslu Circuit Trek in Larke La Pass

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

Trek from Machha Khola through Gurung villages, Sama Gaon, and Dharamsala to 5,160-meter Larke La Pass. You get tea-house lodging, permits, meals, a licensed guide, porter support, and daily oxygen checks. Guides Narayan and Gopal are named in past trip feedback.

“This was the group joining tour I did with Himalayan Scenery in October. I never did such a high altitude trek, but my guide Gopal had such a gut feeling by which he always used to motivate me. I am so happy to get this trekking of Manaslu Circuit done. I am surely coming back to Nepal next year to find some more challenges and thrill in my life.”

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5.Manaslu Circuit Trek 8th Highest in the World

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · from $1,600

Spend 14 days circling Manaslu, the world’s eighth-highest mountain, from Kathmandu to the Larkya La Pass. You’ll trek through river valleys, Tibetan-influenced villages, juniper forests, and high pasture with a registered guide and porter team. Roshan, Dil, and Samir are among the guides praised for careful support.

“The trek to Manaslu is challinging but full of fun. I did manaslu trek alone with a guide Porter. The selection of the company, guide and Porter are excellent. I highly recommend this company.”

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6.Dancing in the Manaslu Circuit Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · from $1,390

Join a private 12-day Manaslu Circuit trek from Kathmandu with a certified English-speaking guide, full board meals, twin-share rooms, permits, and transport. You’ll cross Larkya La at 5,100 meters, visit monasteries and villages, and have an acclimatization day for Manaslu Base Camp or Birendra Lake.

“The entire trekking (Manaslu Circuit and Tsum Valley Trek) was a life-experience!”

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7.Manaslu Circuit Trek to the Beauty of 8th Highest Mountain

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $365Best value

You’ll trek from Machha Khola to Bimthang across forests, Tibetan-style villages, and the 5,160-meter Larkya La Pass. Bold Himalaya provides a licensed English-speaking guide, permits, meals, shared transport, and a rest day at Samagaon. Guide names may include Sirjan or Suren Tamang.

“I recently completed the Manaslu Circuit trek, organized by Bold Himalaya. I went solo, so our team was just the porter, my guide, and me—a truly VIP experience!”

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8.Manaslu Trekking

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $1,900

You spend 17 days circling 8,163-meter Manaslu, from Kathmandu’s temples through Gurung villages, forests, high valleys, and Larkya Pass. The $1,900 package includes airport transfers, Kathmandu hotels, teahouses, meals, permits, guides, porters, and a private group arrangement.

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9.Manaslu Circuit Trek – 14 days of Himalayan Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $1,099

This 14-day private trek links Kathmandu with the Manaslu Circuit, from Maccha Khola to Larkya La Pass and Bhimtang. Expect Buddhist villages, suspension bridges, Manaslu views, porter support, permits, meals, and guides such as Santosh or Pradip. Moderate fitness is required.

“What an amazing time i had doing Manaslu circuit with Wonder Himalaya agency! I was really lucky to talk to Niranjan who gave me the best offer according to my preferences. I was setup with a great guide @adventurewithpradip who”

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10.Private Manaslu Circuit Trek at Himalayas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $1,500

Spend 13 days crossing Nepal’s Manaslu Circuit from Machha Khola to Dharapani. You’ll trek with a private group, licensed guide, tea house lodging, permits, meals, and transport included. Guides named Yaka, Laxman, and Raj are associated with the route, known for careful pacing and altitude support.

“We had such an incredible time doing the Manaslu circuit with Yaka and Laxman. Yaka was such an incredible guide - so knowledgeable, caring and kind. Laxman was great company too and we really appreciate him carrying our bags! They”

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