The 5 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 $1,049Best value

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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