The Short Manaslu Trek offers an ideal route for trekkers seeking a quieter hiking experience and constrained by time. This trail is secluded, characterized by its wilderness, remoteness, and restricted access. Trekkers must obtain a special permit to embark on the Manaslu Circuit Trek, Tsum Valley Trek, or any trek within the Manaslu region.
Day To Day Trekking Distance of Short Manaslu Circuit Trek:
KATHMANDU TO MACCHA KHOLA 160KM/99Mile – DRIVE
MACCHA KHOLA TO JAGAT 22KM/13.5Mile – TREK
JAGAT TO DENG 19.9KM/12Mile – TREK
DENG TO NAMRUNG 19.5KM/12 Mile – TREK
NAMRUNG TO SAMAGAON 17.7KM/10.9Mile – TREK
SANAGAON TO DHARMASALA
DHARAMSALA TO BHIMTHANG VIA LARKYA LA PASS 23KM/14Miles – TREK
BHIMTHANG TO DHARAPANI 20.9KM/12.9Miles – TREK
DHARAPANI TO KATHMANDU 210KM/130Mile – DRIVE
OR
DHARAPANI TO POKHARA 140KM/87Mile – DRIVE
Outline Itinerary
Day 01: Drive to Maccha Khola 930m (3,051ft) on a local bus or private jeep – 7-8 Hours
Day 02: Trek to Jagat (checkpoint) 1,410 m (4,626 ft) – 6 Hours
Day 03: Trek to Deng 1,800m (5,905ft) – 6 Hours
Day 04: Trek to Namrung 2,660m (8,727ft) – 6 Hours
Day 05: Trek to Samagaon, the closest village to Manaslu Base Camp – 6 Hours
Day 06: Acclimatization day at Samagaon, Hike to Manaslu Base Camp 4,400 (14,436) and Birendra Lake (3,450m).
Day 07: Trek to Dharmasala 4,470m (14,665ft) – 6 hours
Day 08: Big Day: Cross Larkya La Pass 5,160m (16,929ft) and reach Bhimthang 3,720m (12,205ft) 7-8 Hours
Day 09: Easy Descend to Dharapani 1,910m (6,266ft) – 6 Hours
Day 10: Heading to your destination (Drive to Kathmandu or Pokhara of your choice )
- Bus drive from Kathmandu to Maccha Khola
- Highly Experienced Registered Trekking Guide
- Accommodation throughout the trek
- Restricted Area Permit
- ACAP Permit
- MCAP Permit
- First aid medical kit
- Oxi-Meter to check your pulse rate
- Trekking Pole
- Discover Altitude Trekking Cap
- Jeep Drive from Dharapani to Beshisahar
- Bus drive from Beshisahar to Kathmandu/Pokhara
- Trip Achievement Certificate
- Accommodation in Kathmandu
- Meals during the trek (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
- Personal expenses (WIFI, Hot Shower, Drinks, etc.)
- Tips to Your Guide
