Manaslu Circuit Trek: A Less-Crowded Alternative to Annapurna with Outstanding Scenery

Embark on the Manaslu Circuit Trek, a less-crowded alternative to Annapurna, offering outstanding scenery and a remote, culturally rich experience. Discover icy turquoise rivers, snowbound passes, and breathtaking mountain views.

Duration: 14 days
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights

Kathmandu to Soti Khola (Drive)\n\nSoti Khola - You can take a bus or a bus/ local jeep combo to the starting point of the trek. A private jeep is also an option you might want to consider as the road is long, dusty, and bumpy. The local buses and jeeps will stop on the highway for lunch and toilet breaks. Your own jeep is more flexible, of course.

What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Meals covered: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
  • No extra fees - all taxes and charges included
What's Not Included
  • Hotel in Kathmandu
  • Porter
Additional Information

Regarded as one of Nepal’s finest hikes, the roundabout route around Manaslu offers a quieter alternative to the popular Annapurna Circuit Trek. The journey from the balmy rice terraces in the lowlands to the snow-capped Larkya La Pass near Tibet is physically demanding. The trek, despite its isolation and difficulty, has a rich cultural experience and…

Location
Magical Nepal (P) Ltd.
Thamel Marg
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Aimeew25
Mar 11, 2025
Absolutely magical! - Had the most amazing time in Manaslu, away from all the hustle and bustle from the city. We found the calmness of the mountains. Had super weather and company. The trekk is so beautiful, full of small villages, beautiful nature and not crowded at all. I really recommend, both the trekk and the company! They took really good care of us. And of course a special thanks to our wonderful and so caring guide Narayan and also thanks to the always smiling porter Ayous. They are absolutely the best, made the trekk even better than expected. Can’t wait to do a trekk with them again! :).
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Petermf4802uu
Feb 8, 2025
Tsum Valley & Manaslu circuit - From start to finish, our journey with Magical Nepal exceeded all expectations, and I couldn’t be more satisfied with the outstanding service provided by the agency. We booked the Tsum Valley and Manaslu Circuit trek with them in November 2024, and the entire process from the initial communication to the completion of the trek was nothing short of magical :) . The first thing that stood out to us was the excellent communication we received from Pradeep, who was the point of contact throughout the process. From the very beginning, Pradeep was incredibly responsive and provided all the information we needed. The itinerary was tailored to suit our preferences and our schedule. Booking the trek was seamless, thanks to the clear and prompt communication. Our airport pick-up in Kathmandu was smooth with a driver waiting for us right outside the arrivals area. The driver was friendly and provided useful insights about Kathmandu. We received a detailed itinerary with all the necessary information, including accommodation, food, and the logistics of the trek. Pradeep even provided us with suggestions on how to prepare for the trek, including recommendations for gear and advice on altitude acclimatization. The beauty of the Tsum Valley and the Manaslu Circuit was simply breathtaking, and the itinerary created by Pradeep allowed us to fully experience both the culture as well as nature of this part of Nepal. Our guide Dinesh, who met us at the hotel and also dropped us of at the hotel at the end of the trek, was really nice, always in good mood during the entire trek. We felt well taken care of at all times. Safety was always a priority, and Dinesh kept a close eye on our well-being, making sure we are adjusted to the altitude. Every detail was taken care of, from permits to accommodations, allowing us to focus on enjoying the adventure. I highly recommend Magical Nepal to anyone planning a trek in Nepal. Their dedication to quality service truly made our trip extraordinary.
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Green_goats
Dec 24, 2024
Magical Nepal Manaslu Hike - 5/5 Magic Nepal are fantastic to work with. Our guide, Dil Man was the perfect guide. Easy going and very knowledgeable. He went out of his way to give us the best experience possible. The whole experience far out exceeded my expectations for the whole hike. The hike was amazing, incredible sights and amazing food along the way. Would use Magic Nepal again for further trips. They even handled my bag transport from Kathmandu to meet me at the end of the hike as I was going to Chitwan after. Couldn't ask for a better tour group to work with.
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Go58313294662
Dec 24, 2024
Good views - I had such a wonderful time on this trek. Everything was very easy to organize and well communicated. Dilman our guide is a delight to be around and made the trip very special. When I got sick and had to be evacuated of the mountain I felt incredibly supported and comfortable. I was checked in on a number of times by both Dilman and Pradeep from Magical Nepal to make sure I was okay while in hospital and upon departure. Magical Nepal is a great company and I highly recommend Dilman as your guide!
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297danteb
Dec 24, 2024
Treasured Himalayan Experience with Magical Nepal - Magical Nepal is the best in the business. Everything ran seamlessly and was made so easy for us. This allowed us to enjoy our trek to the maximum, and all I can say is the next time I am trekking I will be using Magical Nepal. Special shout out to our guide, Dil Man, he is truly one of a kind. If you’re looking for an engaging, energized and expert guide, request Dil Man and he will deliver.
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Fellowtraveler772225
Dec 6, 2024
Spectacular Manaslu Views on this trek! - Amazing trip! One of the best treks we have been on. KP our guide was very accommodating and knowledgable and our porter Toya was a legend.
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Heidibp9421em
Dec 1, 2024
Truly was magical! - My brother finished a trek with Magical Nepal on the Manaslu circuit in September 2023 and had so many great experiences that my friend and I booked the same adventure with Magical Nepal for my birthday in November of 2024. This trek has been one of my most favorite travel experiences. From the start, the owner Pradeep was quick to respond and very helpful with logistics. He went above and beyond when we were dealing with cancellations with our airline. Even though the flight isn’t part of Magical Nepal’s responsibility,, Pradeep even answered the phone at 2 am to help us navigate new flights. Once we arrived, we were taken care of seamlessly. All the transportation, permits and lodging was booked and made it possible for us to thoroughly enjoy ourselves. Our guide Mitra is one of the most kind and knowledgeable guides I have ever met. He taught us about the plants, customs, mountains and was so patient with our many questions. He was flexible and tailored the trip for us perfectly. We were very interested in the local communities and monasteries, and Mitra would take the extra time for side trips. He engaged with deep kindness in every conversation would interpret conversations for us tirelessly. We also wanted to see as much of the mountains as possible, and Mitra would lead us on amazing side treks. Everyday of the trek we said “best guide ever”. An example would be that we were crossing a stream with icy rocks. While other guides led their clients across, Mitra took the extra step by carrying sand and placing over the icy rocks for better traction. He was so thoughtful in every way and made Nepal that much more magical. I would highly recommend this company to anyone!
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Trail703749
Nov 26, 2024
Unforgettable experience - I had the absolute best time doing the Manaslu Trek with KP & Dil Man! They were the best guides!! Especially for a large group of people! (which we were) I joined a large group as a solo traveler and it was the best decision. Everything was very well organized so that we were able spend the majority of the time together as a group. They catered well to various hiking speeds, and abilities to make sure we all had a great/safe experience. Going to Base Camp and Larke Pass was absolutely breathtaking. Always great communication about any questions I had leading up to the trip. They helped many of us get last minute gear rentals etc. so none of us were ill prepared. 10/10 recommend!
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677danellep
Nov 24, 2024
The most incredible vacation I have ever taken!! - We had the most amazing experience with Magical Nepal and our guide, Mitra, “Best Guide Ever!” we kept calling him. Pradeep (co-owner of Magical Nepal), was incredibly professional and responsive, even in the middle of his night when our flights got cancelled the day before our departure to Nepal. He met us the evening we arrived and prepared us wonderfully for our trek the next morning. From the first moment with our guide, Mitra, until the last day in Kathmandu, we received the highest level of individualized, fun and professional care. Mitra quickly identified our specific interests and went out of his way to cater to them (breaks for meditation/awe-inspiring viewpoints, as well as appropriate advice for acclimation along the trail, support to go at our own pace within the bounds of safety, communication with local craftspeople, introduction to proper and respectful Buddhist and local cultural practices, recalling meal preferences, attending to us on the trail and in the tea houses but also providing an abundance of quiet, contemplative time). Mitra carried extra fresh fruit through the entire trek, and always had a few extra trail treats should we need an energy boost. I have never said this about an international adventure before (because there’s so much of the world to see), but I will definitely book another trek with Magical Nepal in the future, and request Mitra- Best Guide Ever! Pradeep made all the logistics easy- organizing, and even changing as needed, airport transport both ways. Now, I’ll always want to do a trek with a local guide, since this experience was so enriching, educational, and supportive. I can’t recommend Magical Nepal, Manaslu circuit, and Mitra enough- unparalleled experience!
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Andrewmm2117lg
Nov 23, 2024
Magical Nepal - Manaslu Circuit Trek - 5* craic 5* service - This was a very well organised and executed trek on the part of Magical Nepal. Myself and 3 friends were met by Pradeep on the first day and he was able to assist us with booking hotels and paying off some extras that we had decided on last minute. This was no hassle to the Magical Nepal team and was an easy process to get all of this sorted out. The trek was absolutely beautiful. Our expert guides, KP and Dilman, briefed us on what to expect each day at the previous days dinner, giving us reasonable expectations of what was to come. KP and Dilman sorted out all food and accommodation, and no task was too small for them such as helping to serve food or sorting out any medical issues which would have arrived. KP and Dilman would split evenly across the group, with either one leading or trailing the group to ensure nobody was left behind or nobody was struggling. Health and Safety was clearly paramount to the two as as soon as there was an issue, they were over to help and assist with anything. As a big group of 14, we had an absolute blast with Magical Nepal. Our guides would give us running commentaries of things which were interesting along the trail such as the heights and names of mountains surrounding or questions about the local wildlife. KP and Dilman were extremely knowledgeable on everything in the area and were extremely easy to carry conversation in, making the long days hiking seem shorter. I unfortunately became quite ill the day before Larkya Pass, but this truly showed where Magical Nepal shined. From the moment I was sick, KP and Dilman were attending me with everything I could possibly need. I was given re-hydration salts and hot water to try and bring me round to a bit of normalcy. KP and Dilman sat with me for what I was told were a number of hours (as I was feverish and didn't really have a clue what was going on) to ensure that I was okay, and as a personal touch they somehow managed to wrangle me into a sleeping bag and find me a duvet to try and keep me warm as I was extremely cold. I had to come off the mountain via helicopter unfortunately as I was only getting worse, and KP and Dilman were able to organise and liaise all of this with Magical Nepal's base of operations, sorting out permits and bookings in order to allow me to get off of the mountain. Their professionalism and duty of care was astounding to see as they ensured I was comfortable and okay while this was all sorted out. When I arrived back in KTM at the hospital, within a minute of entering, Pradeep from Magical Nepal was there with me in the room to ensure that I was okay and to help me with any queries I had. Magical Nepal liaised with the Helicopter company, hospital and my own travel insurance to sort everything out. I had to do nothing and Magical Nepal ensured that everything was sorted for me in terms of care so that I did not have the extra worry of having to claim through insurance whilst in hospital. Overall, I cannot vouch enough for the professionalism of Magical Nepal in anything you may need. Nothing is too small or large for them to sort, and I extremely appreciated the care I was given both on the mountain with the guides and back at base with Pradeep and the Magical Nepal team. I would challenge anybody to find a company like this to provide the level of customer service me and my friends received. Many thanks to Magical Nepal for a great 2.5 weeks :)
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