Manaslu Circuit Trek Shortest Possible Itinerary

The Short Manaslu Circuit Trek is specifically created for hikers who are mentally and physically capable of completing the high Himalayas trek in the short holiday in Nepal. This option is for fit trekkers. To be physically and psychologically fit, you should be prepared for trekking 6 to 7 hours every day on average. Manaslu circuit trek shortest possible itinerary makes MCT a hard trek.

However, the normal Manaslu Circuit Trek is moderate trekking. To improve your physical fitness; we suggest you to regularly practice yoga, jogging in the morning, hiking with a light pack every weekend, climbing satires frequently (with mask on is recommended), dancing, and performing cardiac exercises, among other outdoor activities.

You must be mentally ready as short itinerary means longer hours of walking during the trek of Manaslu circuit. The short Manaslu Circuit Trek should be finished in 11 days. But if you want to make this trek even shorter – surely possible. But make sure you are ready for tough trekking in Nepalese Himalaya. So as to draft Manaslu circuit trek shortest possible itinerary – feel free to [email protected] or WhatsApp directly to our experts.

Being a tough hiking trip, the Short Manaslu circuit Trek requires decent physical fitness level. Thus, start physical preparation, at least one month before trek start.

The easy way of Manaslu Circuit Trek should be finished in 16 to 20 days. Whereas the tough one – you can finish in a week log trekking as well.

However, 11 days manaslu circuit trek is recommended for shortest possible itinerary. Do not shrink shorter than this, unless you are pro hiker or cyclist or runner etc…

Manaslu Circuit Trek Shortest Possible Itinerary for really fit people

  • Day 1:  Ktm to machhakholaand  trek to kholabesi.
  • Day 2:  Trekking to jagat entrance point for restricted region.
  •  Day 3:  Trek jagat to deng.
  • Day 4: Hiking start Deug to namrung.
  • Day 5: Trip start Namrung to SamaGaun.
  • Day 6:  Trek SamaGaun to Manaslu Base Camp.
  • Day 7:  Trek to Samdo.
  • Day 8:  Trek to Samdo to Dharmashala.
  • Day 9:  Trek Dharmashala to Bhimtang by trekking are Larkey Pass, overnight at Bhimtang valley.
  • Day 10:  Trek started from Bhimtang to Tiliche.
  • Day 11:  Tiliche to Besisahar by jeep and drive to Pokhara by car.

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How many days do I need for Manaslu Circuit Trekking in general?

Basically, Manaslu circuit trek should be finished in the 11 to 20 days, it depends upon your physical fitness, psychological expectation & shape of your body. Choice of trekking guide and trekking agency in Nepal will make difference in succeeding the trek to Manaslu region.

Manaslu Circuit Trek Shortest Possible Itinerary
Trekking trail of Manaslu walks us on these suspension bridges for multiple occasions

What is the best itinerary for manaslu circuit tekking?

There are many types of itineraries such as rapid MCT, shortest possible itinerary & easy Manaslu circuit trekking etc. Also, you could find the different itinerary with different trekking agencies in Nepal or abroad.

Basically, 2 weeks’ time frame is perfect for best experience in Manaslu circuit trekking. However, it depends upon your holiday duration for Nepal visit and your desire to spend the number of days in manaslu circuit & also your holiday budget.

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    Where is the best place to start manaslu circuit trekking?

    There are numerous trekking route alternatives in the Manaslu region. The Manaslu Circuit Trek start point varies according to the undergoing road development. As of 2022 AD Manaslu circuit trekking starts from Machhakhola or soti Khola. BudhiGandaki River valley is what trekkers doing Manaslu will follow all the way to the base camp of Larkey pass.

    Before that – MCT used to typically begin at Arughat Bazaar and concludes in Besisahar at an elevation of 700 meters above sea level. Besisahar is the beginning point of famous Annapurna Circuit Trek. APC is also a two to three weeks trek.

    Manaslu Circuit Trek Shortest Possible Itinerary
    Trekkers on the lower trail of Manaslu circuit route – trail before Larkey pass

    Manaslu Circuit Trek Shortest Possible Itinerary will be your adventurous activities in Nepal.

    Manaslu Circuit Trek is gaining popularity in recent years, as an alternative trek to Annapurna Circuit Trek. With an increasing number of trekkers, many teahouses and lodges are being constructed along the trekking trail of Manaslu Circuit. As the result, Manaslu circuit Trek getting popular to explore the hidden nature, culture, and the Himalayas. Nepalgram Adventure recommends you do MCT earlier than later.

      The local Trekking guides & porter from Nepalgram Adventure will give you the best route, itinerary & taste to explore this beautiful Manaslu region. Manaslu base camp, centuries old monasteries and Buddhist monuments, glacial lake, high pass will fill your thirst of mountain during Manalsu circuit trekking with a local trekking agency in Nepal.

      This short trek we are talking for Manaslu circuit is strenuous. But restricted area of Manaslu offers its best antique value in your trip to Nepal. You cannot trek solo or single in Manaslu circuit trail. You must get a special permit and a licensed trekking guide to do Manaslu circuit trek.

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      I grew up in the mountains & got university education in Kathmandu to become an engineer. But with homely environment of mountains interest me to become a trekking & tour guide, by passion. I have been 6574 meter to the highest & fortunately got chance to explore most of Nepal and bit of abroad.

      Eventually, passion converted to profession and here i am on behalf of Nepalgram - a Trekking agency in Nepal.

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