Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu to Machha Khola
You'll start with a scenic drive from Kathmandu through rural Nepalese countryside, heading toward Machha Khola where the trek officially begins. The route takes you through river valleys and small communities, and by afternoon you'll arrive at this riverside village that serves as your trekking base.
- Start point
- Kathmandu, Bagmati Province, Nepal (From your Kathmandu Hotel)
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic drive through the Nepalese countryside
- Travel to Machha Khola, the trek's starting point
Landmarks Machha Khola - Day 2
Machha Khola to Jagat
After getting settled, the trek kicks off with a walk through gorges alongside the Budhi Gandaki River. You'll cross several suspension bridges on narrow forested trails, and the day offers consistent river views and traditional landscape. By evening you reach Jagat village where you'll stay the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek along the Budhi Gandaki River through narrow gorges
- Cross suspension bridges over forested trails
- Reach Jagat village
Landmarks Budhi Gandaki River Jagat - Day 3
Jagat to Philim
This day takes you through villages like Salleri and Philim as the landscape becomes noticeably more remote. Tibetan influences start showing up in the architecture and culture here. Waterfalls line the trail and ridge views open up as you push deeper into the region.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through Salleri village
- Trek through Philim village
- Experience Tibetan-influenced landscape
Landmarks Salleri Philim - Day 4
Philim to Higher Altitude
You'll trek through sections of bamboo forest and negotiate steep rocky paths as elevation gains accelerate. The scenery shifts toward alpine characteristics, and the cultural richness intensifies with each kilometer. This is where the mountains really start dominating your views.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through bamboo forests
- Climb steep rocky trails
- Experience cultural landscape at higher altitude
- Day 5
Entry to Nubri Region
The Nubri region appears now, and Tibetan Buddhist culture becomes the dominant feature. You'll visit monasteries in Lho village and get your first real look at Mount Manaslu's impressive presence. The eighth highest mountain in the world commands the landscape from here.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Enter the Nubri region
- Visit monasteries in Lho village
- Experience Tibetan Buddhist culture
- View Mount Manaslu
Landmarks Mount Manaslu Lho - Day 6
Lho to Sama Gaon
Today brings a gradual climb with panoramic mountain views expanding around you. Later in the day you arrive at Sama Gaon, a village that feels like stepping back in time with its traditional stone houses and Buddhist gompas set against dramatic high peaks.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Gradual ascent with panoramic mountain views
- Reach Sama Gaon village
- Visit traditional stone houses and gompas
Landmarks Sama Gaon - Day 7
Acclimatization Day in Sama Gaon
This is your acclimatization day at altitude, which means flexibility in how you spend your time. You can either hike up to Manaslu Base Camp or visit Pungyen Gompa monastery, each offering different perspectives and excellent views. Either choice gives you cultural and scenic rewards.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Hike to Manaslu Base Camp
- Visit Pungyen Gompa monastery
Landmarks Manaslu Base Camp Pungyen Gompa - Day 8
Sama Gaon to Samdo
You'll move through alpine scenery and past yak pastures on a short but gradual route toward Samdo village. This settlement sits close to the Tibetan border and shows traditional herding practices that have persisted for generations. High-altitude landscapes dominate the entire day.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through yak pastures
- Reach Samdo village near Tibetan border
- Experience alpine scenery
Landmarks Samdo 
- Day 9
Samdo to Larkya Phedi
This shorter day covers challenging terrain as you ascend to Larkya Phedi, also called Dharamsala, which serves as base camp for the pass crossing. The altitude makes this feel harder than the distance suggests. You'll rest early tonight since tomorrow requires an early start and serious effort.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Larkya Phedi, base for Larkya La Pass
Landmarks Larkya Phedi - Day 10
Crossing Larkya La Pass to Bimthang
The most demanding day arrives as you cross Larkya La Pass at 5,160m, one of the trek's toughest sections. After reaching the top, you descend steeply into the peaceful Bimthang valley where panoramic views reward your effort. This is the climactic moment of the entire trek.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cross Larkya La Pass
- Steep descent to Bimthang valley
Landmarks Larkya La Pass Bimthang - Day 11
Bimthang to Dharapani
You'll descend through rhododendron forests and alpine pastures on your way down to Dharapani, where the trek officially concludes. After two weeks of trekking, this final stretch allows time to reflect on everything you've accomplished and experienced in the Manaslu region.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Descend through rhododendron forests and pastures
- Reach Dharapani, trek ending point
Landmarks Dharapani - Day 12
Dharapani to Kathmandu
The return journey takes you by vehicle from Dharapani back to Kathmandu via Besisahar, passing through valleys, forests, and small villages along the way. You'll spend the drive thinking about the trek, the mountains, and everything the Manaslu region showed you over these past two weeks.
- End point
- Kathmandu, Bagmati Province, Nepal (To your Kathmandu hotel)
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic drive back to Kathmandu via Besisahar
Landmarks Besisahar
