Manaslu at 8163 meters (26, 775') is the 8th highest peak in the world and is located near to the border of Nepal and Tibet. The name Manaslu means "The Spirit-Mountain" in the local dialect, referring to the benevolent and strong deity, which dwells within. Trekking in Manaslu is one of the most delightful adventures. Manaslu trek was officially opened in 1991 which is lies between the two big rivers, the Budi Gandaki and the Marshyangdi. This area offers a combination of rich cultural heritage, unsurpassed beauty and biological diversity. Trekking in Manaslu region is one of the most spectacular treks in the Himalaya which is located in the eastern part of Nepal offering impressing natural scenery. Manaslu was attempted by Japanese expeditions every year from 1952 until 1956, when the first ascent was made then its became known as a '”Japanese Mountain”

Manaslu trek begin from the historic centre of Gorkha after a 6-7 hrs drive from Kathmandu. The trail heads up the valley of the Buri Gandaki River through wild and unexplored country inhabited mainly by members of the Gurung ethnic group. The trail circumvents interesting Manaslu peak (8156m) crossing Larkya pass at (5100m) and then joins the river valley of the Dudh Khola and finally emerges onto the Marshyangdi river valley along the main trail of Annapurna circuit. You will have two options as where to conclude your trek. Continue trek further to Jomsom at Kali Gandaki river valley crossing which is another high and arduous hike through Thorong-La pass at (5416m) and conclude the trek by flying down to Kathmandu via Pokhara, or you can also avoid a flight by walking down to Pokhara from Jomsom following the Annapurna trail in 4-5 days. Along the way you will be rewarded with magnificent views of the Annapurna Massifs and Dhaulagiri peaks.

  Manaslu Circuit Trekking via Thorong-La – 29 Days (Crossing Larkya-La (5135m) & Thorong-La (5416m)

   Highlights of the trip

• Kathmandu city tour.

• Scenic dirt road driving to Gorkha Bazar from Kathmandu.

• Visit the legendary town Gorkha

• The Himalayan Range of Manaslu

• Experience the Nepalese and Tibetan mixture culture.

• Villages of Mid hill peoples and their living

• Terraces of crops field

• Less visited and restricted area of Nepal

• Visit ancient monastery in Sama Gaon

• Crossing Larkya-La over 5215 meters.

• Pristine mountain views

• Join main trail of Annapurna circuit at Dharapani

• Visit to old Buddhist monastery in Braga

• Explore beautiful Manang Village

• Stunning mountain views

• One of the world's most popular high pass journeys (Thorong-La) offering views of Lamjung Himal, Annapurna Himal family (I,II,III,IV), Machhapuchhre Himal, Manaslu Himal, Dhaulagiri range, Dhaulagiri ice-flow, Tilicho peak, Tibetan ranges etc

• The Pilgrimage town of Muktinath

• The area less visited and restricted area of Nepalese Government as it is fragile land Larkya pass.