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From the Everest trail to the hidden valleys of Manaslu — choose where your journey begins.
Why Choose Us
Founded by elite Nepali mountaineers, Manaslu Trail is the definitive partner for transformative Himalayan journeys.
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The Manaslu Circuit Trek is a remote Himalayan trekking route in Nepal that circles Mount Manaslu
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The Manaslu Circuit Trek is a remote Himalayan trekking route in Nepal that circles Mount Manaslu
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The Manaslu Circuit Trek is a remote Himalayan trekking route in Nepal that circles Mount Manaslu
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The Manaslu Circuit Trek is a remote Himalayan trekking route in Nepal that circles Mount Manaslu
BEST-SELLING TRIPS
Every itinerary below is built specifically for the Manaslu Conservation Area and Tsum Valley restricted region, nowhere else.
Find your adventure
From teahouse treks to peak climbs — pick the experience that calls you.
Choose Your Manaslu Adventure
Journey into the heart of the Nepalese Himalayas on the legendary Manaslu Circuit Trek, one of the world's most rewarding high-altitude adventures. Follow ancient trading routes through lush forests, cascading waterfalls, and traditional Gurung and Tibetan villages. You will pass through the dramatic glacial valleys before conquering the iconic Larkya Pass.
Surrounded by the majestic presence of Mount Manaslu (8,163m), every day reveals breathtaking landscapes, warm local hospitality, and a deeper connection to Himalayan culture. If you're looking for an authentic trekking experience away from the crowds, the Manaslu Region promises adventure, solitude, and unforgettable memories at every step.
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Choose Your Tsum Valley Adventure
Step beyond the main trekking route and discover the mystical Tsum Valley. This is a hidden Himalayan sanctuary where ancient Tibetan Buddhist traditions continue to shape everyday life. Wander through peaceful stone villages, centuries-old monasteries, colorful prayer walls, and pristine alpine landscapes that remain largely untouched by modern development.
Known as the "Hidden Valley of Happiness," Tsum offers more than spectacular mountain scenery. It invites you to experience spiritual heritage, authentic local culture, and genuine hospitality in one of Nepal's most secluded regions.
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Why Manaslu Trails?
Local, Restricted-Area Specialists
We don't run treks across twelve regions of Nepal; we run treks across one. Every guide on our team has walked the Budhi Gandaki gorge and the Tsum trail dozens of times and knows the region's permit rules (RAP, MCAP, ACAP) inside out.
Permits Handled, Start to Finish
Manaslu and Tsum are restricted areas; you cannot trek here without a licensed guide and the correct paperwork. We arrange your Restricted Area Permit, MCAP, and (where the route requires it) ACAP before you land, so there's no scrambling in Kathmandu.
Small Groups, Real Teahouses
No mega-groups, no rushed itineraries. We keep group sizes small and build in acclimatization days around Samagaon and Lho, so Larkya La is a highlight, not a gamble.
2026 Access Update
As of the current season, solo trekkers can now obtain a restricted area permit for Manaslu. The mandatory licensed-guide requirement still applies. We stay current on these rules so your paperwork is never the thing that goes wrong.
Best-selling expeditions
Hand-picked routes our trekkers love most — fully guided, fairly priced.
Planning a Manaslu or Tsum Valley Trek?
Feel free to ask us anything about permits, timing, fitness levels, or route choices before you book. We respond directly, not through a call center.
How we get you there
End-to-end services so you focus on the journey, not the logistics.
Trekkers, in their own words
Real stories from adventurers who walked these trails with us.
I had a pleasure to have BASANTA as a guide for Manaslu Circuit Trek, which we did on the middle of May 2026.Basanta or how we called him Santa. Is the most chills and cool guide in the whole Nepal. Sometimes we heard from other trekkers that their guides is really strict and he is unhappy when you ask the same question two times. Santa has an unlimited patience. And I did try to break it with my milion questions with the worse possible scenario. I walked with my boyfriend and one guy joined our group. Trust me when I said that boys really did try to break Santa patience. We felt that Santa is just another member of our group and that’s how we feel it should be. Santa wasn’t scared to let us walk ahead when we wanted to just walk with our own thoughts for a while.Another great side of Santa is that he is incredibly funny and he is not scared to make fun of you. We laughed the whole circuit.Santa also always picks the best tea house on the end of the village for two reasons: one is to be able to watch the stars and second is to have easier start of the next day. Which proves how thoughtful is Santa.My boyfriend and I had also porter with maximum of 22 kg. We noticed that other porters have three times more than our porter. It’s because other companies try to reduce the cost of porters. So they have to carry more than it’s their limit (one person carries for two porters). Luckily Nepal Holiday treats porter as human beings.Also I would like to mention that Santa’s price is absolutely amazing.It was my first time doing something so extreme. I am not a hiker. He was super supportive and he explained me everything. He was checking on me constantly during the trek and supporting me with words of encouragement. He was definitely there for me during the whole journey.If you are reading it, this is your sign to book with Santa! Highly recommended!
Adéla K
Australia
The cultural tour exceeded all expectations. The access we had to local festivals was amazing.
Sarah Wilkins
Photographer
Great value for money and excellent local insights. Highly recommended for solo travelers.
Robert Moore
Backpacker
Field notes & trail stories
Guides, tips and tales to prepare you for the mountains.
Places Machhakhola
Machhakhola is a riverside village in Nepal's Gorkha District, sitting at roughly 869–890 meters on the banks of the Budhi Gandaki...
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Adventure Travel Manaslu Circuit Trek Distance
The Manaslu Circuit Trek distance covers approximately 177 kilometers (110 miles) of trekking trail, spread across 10 active trekk...
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