Manaslu Annapurna Circuit Trek is a combined 27 days trek to Manaslu and Annapurna Circuit trek offers a challenging and rewarding adventure trek in Nepal. The trek traverses high-altitude passes-Larkya La (5,160m) and Thorong La (5,416m), and offering iconic mountains views of Manaslu (8,163m) and Annapurna (8,091m). The 27-day Manaslu Annapurna Circuit Trek combines two renowned trekking routes: the Manaslu Circuit and the Annapurna Circuit, offering a diverse range of landscapes and cultures.
You will trek through lush forests, arid high-altitude deserts, and quaint villages. On the way of trekking, you encounter diverse ethnic communities, including the Tamang, Gurung, and Nubri Tibetan cultures. The trek also bring opportunity to explore ancient monasteries and traditional villages.
The Manaslu and Annapurna Circuit Trek is considered challenging due to its high altitudes, long distances, and rugged paths. The Spring (March to May) and Autumn (September to November) are the best times for trekking to Manaslu Circuit and Annapurna Circuit Trek in Nepal. The trek begins in Kathmandu, with a drive to Machhakhola, the starting point of the Manaslu Circuit, and the trek concludes in Pokhara after the Annapurna Circuit Trek.
You’ll need a TIMS (Trekkers Information Management System) card, MCAP, ACAP and Manaslu Restricted Area Permit for the Manaslu and Annapurna Circuit Trek. Please, take time for acclimatization to the high altitude. Also, pack appropriate trekking gear for cold and high-altitude conditions. Hire, experienced guides and porters for a safer and more enjoyable trek.
Manaslu Annapurna Circuit Trek is a long length trekking in Nepal to trek around Manaslu and Annapurna massif with Larkya Pass and Thorong pass above 5000m. Annapurna and Manaslu Circuit are two most beautiful treks in Nepal that is geographically spectacular and culturally fascinating. The biggest difference between Manaslu and Annapurna circuit trek are the number of foreign trekkers. The longest and highest alpine trekking in the world. The more commitment you need to do this trek as there is no alternative route.
During Manaslu Circuit and Annapurna Circuit Trek, you will experience both Hindu and Buddhist culture, protected wildlife, rhododendron and wild flowers. The trekking landscape is incredibly varied ranging from green countryside and lush forests to spectacular high altitude pastures. Manaslu is a restricted area, so a special RAP trekking entry permit require and the MCAP and ACAP entry permits are also necessary. It is also possible to make the trip shorter and longer as per clients trekking time frame.
Manaslu and Annapurna Circuit are beautiful trekking destination in the world. The classic trek from Manalsu to Annapurna Circuit goes through beautiful forests, gorges and narrow canyons. You will also past ancient gompas and a century old villages. The Annapurna Circuit has driest area in Nepal. The Upper Mustang and Manang Valley lies just to the east.
Manaslu Annapurna Circuit Trek 27 days Itinerary
Day 01:Kathmandu Airport
Day 02:Kathmandu – Arughat Bazzar (550 m, 207 kms, 8 hours drive) and again 2 hours jeep ride to Soti Khola (700 m)
Day 03:Soti Khola (700 m) – Machha Khola (930 m, 12 km, 6 hours)
Day 04:Machha Khola (930 m) – Jagat (1340 m, 11km, 5-6 hours)
Day 05:Jagat (1340 m) – Deng (1860 m, 12km, 6 hours)
Day 06:Deng (1860 m) – Namrung (2630 m, 15km, 7-8 hours)
Day 07:Namrung (2630 m) – Samagaon (3530 m, 15km, 7 hours)
Day 08:Rest day Samagaon (3530 m); visit Pungyen Gompa and glacial lake Birendra Tal (6 hrs roundtrip)
Day 09:Samagaon (3530 m) – Samdo (3865 m, 6km, 4 hours)
Day 10:Samdo (3865 m) – Dharmasala/Larkya Phedi (4460 m, 7km, 4 hours)
Day 11:Dharmasala/Larkya Phedi (4460 m) – Bhimtang (3590 m) via Larkya La pass (5125 m, 18km, 8-10 hours)
Day 12:Bimtang (3590 m) – Dharapani via Gho (2515 m) or Tiliche (2300 m, 15km, 6 or 7 hours)
Day 13:Dharapani to Chame (2,700m, 13km, 6-7 hours)
Day 14:Chame to Pisang (3,190m, 13km, 5-6 hours)
Day 15: Pisang to Manang (3,500m) 13km, 5-6 hours)
Day 16:Rest and acclimatization day in Manang (3,500m)
Day 17:Manang to Yak Kharka (4,090m, 11km, 5-6 hours)
Day 18:Yakkharka to Thorong Phedi (4,490m 13km, 5-6hours )
Day 19:Cross the Thorong La pass (5,400m) and to Muktinath (3,800m, 15km, 7-8 hours )
Day 20:Muktinath to Kagbeni (2,800m, 12km, 5-6 hours)
Day 21:Kagbeni to Jomsom (2,670m, 10km, 3-4 hours )
Day 22:Jomsom to Tatopani(1100m, 14km, 6-7 hours ) by bus drive.
Day 23:Tatopani to Ghorepani(2800m, 14km, 6-7 hours)
Day 24:Ghorepani to Tikhedhunga(1800m, 10km, 5 hours)
Day 25:Tikhedhunga to Pokhara(850m, )
Day 26:Pokhara to Kathmandu ( 200km, 6-7 hours)
Day 27:Kathmandu Airport
