Manaslu Vs Annapurna Circuit Trek

Nepal trek is one of the most popular trekking destinations in the world; each year 1000 thousands of trekkers come to visit Nepal Himalayas. As well as the Manaslu Vs Annapurna circuit trek is the most attractive trekking route in Nepal. The Manaslu and Annapurna are known for their uniqueness. The trip offers miraculous Himalayan ranges, thrilling landscapes, Hills, rocky, nature, and the traditional lifestyle of the local community.

It’s an opportunity to explore the gorgeous mountain peaks of the world, which are surrounded by the spectacular vistas of the magnificent and incredible Himalayan Glacier Zone. This Manaslu via Annapurna circuit trek is one of the best diversity of trekking routes; you touch the base camp of High Mountain and take pleasure in the beauty of nature. Both of these famous trekking trails lead you to the remote valley of the Nepal Himalayas regions.

This Manaslu Circuit Vs Annapurna Circuit Trek is an amazing environment area and elegant nature attractions, Mt. Manaslu and Mt. Annapurna are the main attraction of this trek. You can choose the best trekking destination to get a lifetime experience.

About the Manaslu Circuit

Manaslu Region trekking is one of the famous trekking routes in the Manaslu Himalayas region, which is a delightful part of the High Himalayas. This trip is a less crowded and quiet area, also it is a controlled area not allowed to do the trek without a Government-registered License holder trekking guide. You need to take a guide for the Manaslu conservation area permit and issue a special permit. Manaslu trek offers the best view of Mt. Manaslu (8163 meters) and the high pass of Larke La (5106 meters) which is surrounded by whole white snow-capped Mountains and delightful Himalaya landscape.

The Manaslu trek is a more varied experience than the EBC and ABC trek, you will see glorious views of Mt. Manaslu the eighth-highest mountain in the world, and visit the typical Gurungs and Tibetans villages, landscape, an ancient Buddhist temple. This Manaslu circuit trek is a classic adventure journey in the Nepal Himalayas region. 

Highlights

• Scenic drive from Kathmandu to Sotikhola.
• Magnificent Himalayan views, waterfall, and landscape.
• Flowing the Budigandaki River, waterfall, and natural hot spring in the Tatopani Village.
• Visit Birendra Lake.
• An all-mountain view like Mt. Manaslu, Naike Peak, Siringi Himal, Ganesh Himal, Samdo Peak, etc.
• Ethnic Gurungs and Tibetan Villages.
• Manaslu Larke La Pass 5,106 meters pass.
• Hike to Manaslu Base Camp 4,400 meters.
• Explore the very ancient Buddhist Gompa at Pungen Gompa.
• Beautiful typical Local Houses and Traditional Hospitality.

Sample Trip Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1350 meters/4,429 feet).

Day 02: Drive from Kathmandu to Sotikhola (730m/2,395 feet).

Day 03: Sotikhola - Machhikhola (869meters/2,851feet).

Day 04: Machhikhola - Philim (1570m/5,150feet).

Day 05: Philim village – Bhimphedi (1990 meters/6,528 feet).

Day 06: Bhimphedi – Namrung Village (2635meters/8,645feet).

Day 07: Namrung Village – Sama Gaon (3525 meters/11,564 feet).

Day 07: Rest Day at Sama Gaon (Exploring Day).

Day 08: Sama Gaon – Dharam Shala (4460 meters/14,632feet).

Day 10: Dharamshala – Cross the Larkya La Pass (5,106 meters/16,751 feet) – Bimtang Village (3590 meters/11,778 feet).

Day 11: Bimtang – Dharapani (1937meters/6,354feet).

Day 12: Dharapani – Besishar (815meters) – Kathmandu.

About the Annapurna Circuit

Annapurna Round Trek is one of the most popular trekking destinations in Nepal with its loveliness which will remind memorable culture and nature. This trek is more difficult than the ABC, Langtang, and Manaslu treks because it is too high also the top of the world's highest pass of Thorong La 5416 meters.

The Annapurna trek route itinerary is we designed best option to discover the Annapurna Himalayas region, where you get to see the beautiful typical villages, Mountains, Hills, landscapes, waterfalls, hot springs, nature, and hidden valley gems. The Annapurna circuit trek allows one to enjoy the atypical flora and fauna, as well as the exciting local culture of Buddhists and Hindus.

Highlights

• The world’s highest Thorong la (5,416m) passes
• Take pleasure in the natural Hot spring at Chame Village.
• Discover the ancient Buddhist Monastery.
• Hiking to Gangapurna Glacier Lake (near the Manang Village).
• Wonderful views of Annapurna II, Annapurna III, Annapurna IV, Mt. Manaslu, Gangapurna, Tilicho Himal, Pisang Peak, Chulu Peak, Dhaulagiri Himal, Nilgiri Himal Tuckche Peak, and many more, etc.
• Explore to Holy Hindu Temple and Buddhist Monastery in Muktinath.
• An amazing small Domestic Airport at Jomsom.

Sample Itinerary

Day 01: Kathmandu – Besishar (790 metres/2,591 feet).

Day 02: Besishar - Bahun Danda (1315meters/4,314feet).

Day 03: Bahun Danda – Chamje Village (1435meters/4,708feet).

Day 04: Chamje Village – Danaque (1900meters/6,233feet).

Day 05: Danaque – Chame Village (2675meters/8,776feet).

Day 06: Chame Village – Pisang Village (3200 meters/10,498 feet).

Day 07: Pisang – Manang Village (3545meters/11,630feet).

Day 08: Acclimatization Day at Manang Village.

Day 09: Manang Village – Upper Yak Kharka (4000 meters/13,123 feet).

Day 10: Yak Kharka – High Camp (4890 meters/16,043 feet).

Day 11: High Camp – Thorong La Pass (5416 meters/17,769 feet) – Muktinath (3750 meters/12,303 feet).

Day 12: Muktinath – Jomsom Village (2725meters/8,940feet).

Day 13: Jomsom – Pokhara - Kathmandu.

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