Manaslu is the eight tallest mountain in the world, coupled with a chance to witness the rich local heritage and biological diversity of the region. The complete circuit of Manaslu (8163m) over the the Larke Pass is getting more and more popular as a new trekking destination. The Manaslu trek begins either in the town of Arughat Bazaar or Gorkha Bazaar and ends in Besisahar, which is also the starting point for the Annapurna circuit.The best all-round trek in Nepal and it’s on the Great Himalaya Trail. The Manaslu Trek is now a great tea-house trek. Manaslu is certainly a great alternative to the Annapurna Circuit.
It’s a beautiful trek, with spectacular views of the Manaslu and going through authentic Hindu and Tibetan-style villages. You start walking through green countryside, and passing small Hindu villages. Heading northwards, the valley opens up to small Tibetan-style villages. Eventually the trek reaches Samagaon, the largest and most important village in the region. From here you head west and cross the Larke Pass (5160 m), a classic and tough route linking the Buri Gandaki with the Marsyangdi valley. The descent passes through beautiful alpine meadows at Bimtang, before joining the main Annapurna Circuit route and heading to the trailhead at Besi Sahar.
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