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Following persistent lobbying by the Trekking Agencies’ Association of Nepal (TAAN) and other tourism stakeholders, who claimed that the ban on solo trekkers was impeding tourism and discouraging independent travelers, the decision was made at the department level on Sunday.
Previously only granted to groups of two or more, the Department of Immigration (DoI) has changed its policy regarding trekking permits for restricted areas to allow individual foreign tourists to obtain permits.
Simplified, that statement means the following:
Why this is important
Thirteen districts—including Upper Mustang in Mustang, Upper and Lower Dolpa in Dolpa, the Manaslu and Tsum Valley regions of Gorkha, and the Nar and Phu valleys of Manang—are subject to the updated regulations.
Manaslu Circuit Trek Itinerary Details
Day 01: Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA), Kathmandu & Transfer to Hotel
Your adventure begin after landing at tribhuvan international airport in kathmandu. One of the representatives from Himalayan Sanctuary Adventure will be waiting to receive you at the airport terminal gate holding your name.
Than you will head towards the hotel in Thamel. After some rest, We will introduce you to our staff and guides for the Manaslu Trek.
Overnight at Kathmandu.
Day 02: Trek Preparation and Explore Kathmandu Valley(4 – 6hr)
Today, you will explore some of UNESCO world heritage sites in Kathmandu. Sightseeing include the Swyambhunath Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, Patan Durbar Square and, many other places. It will be a mesmerizing moment here in Kathmandu to witness the beauty of nature, and different cultures with different temples, architecture, and monuments. End of the day you will be well prepared for the Manaslu trip with the required stuff needed during the trip.
Overnight at Hotel
Day 03: Drive to to Machha Khola (930 m / 3,051 ft)8 – 10 hrs.
It will take about seven hours to reach Arughat from Kathmandu. Our journey will begin early in the morning after breakfast. You’ll drive along the Highway to Arughat than to machhakhola through beautiful paddy fields, Warm villages following the Budhi Gandaki River, and climb over and down Kyoropani to the Budi Gandaki junction and the Soti Khola to machhakhola. Although the path is rough, you will the witness the stunning scenery of the countryside view that will be more engaging.
Driving Distance – 160 km / 99 miles
Overnight at a Teahouse/lodge
Day 04: Machha Khola to Jagat (1,340 m /4,396 ft):
We resume our journey from Machha Khola following Tharo Khola through the narrow path and finally to Khorla Besi. After a few times will reach the most popular hot spring, Tatopani. We can relieve our stress and tiredness by taking a hot bath in Tatopani. Then we will cross the Suspension bridge of the Budhi Gandaki River to reach Thado Bharayag. Walking along the river we will reach Jagat village.
Trek Distance – 14 km / 8.6 miles
Overnight at a lodge/teahouse
Day 05: Trek toward Deng ( 1,804 m / 5,918 ft)
Resuming our trek, initially, we climbed a rocky cliff towards Siribas and continued toward Ghatte Khola. Crossing the suspension bridge we’ll reach Philim village, the settlement of the Gurung community. You will have lunch and continue your journey from grassy slopes and some cliffs to cross over Budi Gandaki to reach a small village called Deng. We will rest for the day here.
Trekking Distance – 19.9 km / 12.3 miles
Overnight at a Teahouse/lodge
Day 06: Deng Village to Namrung (2,630 m / 8,628 ft)
We begin our trip by crossing over the Budhi Gandaki Bridge to climb a bit far to join the trail from Bhi. Headed through the forest, green valley, and houses of ethnic groups of the Manaslu region. The trail was then processed to Ghap through several landscapes.
Trekking Distance: 20 km / 12 miles
Overnight at a Teahouse/lodge.
Day 07: Namrung to Shyala (3575m/11730ft
After breakfast in the morning around 7 at our teahouse in Namrung, we start hiking which is framed by stunning mountains views.
As we travel toward Shyala , we will have the majesty of these mountains. To get to Lihi (2,920m), we then hike a strenuous trail through a jungle. As you pass through Namrung, the vegetation will start to change and become more alpine. Tibetans make up a large portion of the population in the region before Namrung. Barley-filled fields and captivating chortens can be seen in Lihi. You can see the Lho settlement and Mount Manaslu (8,163m) on the way and you can have Lunch before heading to Shyala. While on Sayla we will witness the views of Nadi Chuli, Manaslu, Himalchuli, Manaslu, Nike Peak, Siring Himal, and more.
Trekking Distance: 14 km
Overnight at a Teahouse/lodge.
Day 08: Shyala(3575m/11730ft to Samagaun(3.530 m/11,581 ft)
After Breakfast we will have pack lunch as there is no place to have lunch along the way. we start our trip from Shyala to Pungen Gompa takes us nearly 2-3 hour to get there. which is nearly 400 years old and famous for stunning mountain view. Continue our trek, We’ll reach Samagaun in the afternoon for Lunch.
Trekking Distance: 12 km
Overnight at a lodge/Teahouse
Day 09: Acclimatization ( Manaslu Base Camp through Birendra Lake)
Trekking Distance: 11 km / 6 miles
Overnight at a lodge/Teahouse
Day 10: Samagaun to Samdo (3,865 m / 12,680 ft):
Resuming today’s trek descends towards Budi Gandaki. The journey is relatively easy and it lies above the self above the Gandaki River. You will get to see the stone arch and plane granny land before you enter the village.
Trekking Distance: 10 km / 6 miles
Overnight at a Teahouse/lodge
Day 11: Acclimatization Day
Day 12: Samdo to Dharmashala (4,460 m / 14,632 ft): 3 – 4 hour
We start our day trek by crossing over the Budi Gandaki River after some ascending hike you will be seeing a glimpse of the Larkya glacier. Visiting around the valley and a way upward again to reach the Dharmashala.
Distance: 7 km
Overnight at a lodge/teahouse
Day 13: Dharmashala to Bimtang via Larkya La (5106m) 7-9hr
After breakfast we will head toward Larkya glacier in the north direction offer a clear view of Larkya Peak and Cho Danda. From here we start the trek to reach Larkya La Pass which is the highest point of our whole trek. The climb is challenging and in some steep sections, you should follow the instructions of the guide properly. One can have a panoramic view from the Pass. After some time here, we’ll start our long descent to Bimthang. Rest for the day after reaching Bimthang village.
Trek Distance –24.7km / 15.3miles
Overnight at a lodge/teahouse
Day 14: Bimtang to Gho (2,550 m). Trek time: 5 – 7 hrs
The trek must have been difficult yesterday, but you can rest easy knowing that it won’t be too taxing today. In order to reach Karche, a farmed area close to the top of the Budhi Gandaki valley, you must first descend to the Budhi Gandaki River and cross it to enter the rhododendron forest. To get to Gho,
Trek Distance –16 km
Overnight at a lodge/teahouse
Day 15: Gho (2,550 m) to Dharapani (1,910 m) and Drive to Besisahar
Today, we descend to Dhud Khola. We cross through the forest full of Rhododendron and pine to reach Dharapani, we will catch a Jeep from Dharapani to Besisahar. As the last walking day of the Manaslu Circuit, you will have plenty of scenery to enjoy throughout the trail.
Trek Distance – 6 km
Overnight at a teahouse/lodge
Day 16: Drive Back to Kathmandu from Besisahar(760M)6 – 8 hr
We will catch a Local Bus from Besisahar to Kathmandu. After the successful trek, we will transfer you to your hotel. Rest for a while and join us for a farewell dinner. Share some stories and feedback as well for the team.
Driving Distance – 175km
Overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 17: Departure Day
On your last day in Nepal, head out for a brief souvenir shopping session near the hotel in Thamel Market. We will pick you up from the hotel and transfer you to TIA before the departure. The Manaslu circuit will remain with you forever alongside the lifelong memories and experiences from the trek with Himalayan Sanctuary.
The department has also implemented a guide-to-trekker ratio, which permits one guide to lead up to seven trekkers, in order to improve monitoring. According to officials, this will enhance oversight and safety in isolated and delicate areas.
Additionally, the DoI has made the permit application procedure digital. Applicants from overseas can now use their valid Nepali visa numbers to apply, and they can use a “Application Submission” to pay the permit fees in advance.