


Arrival in Kathmandu
Upon arrival, our representative will meet you, transfer you to the hotel, and initiate your permits. Evening free to stroll around Thamel, gear shops, tea houses, and last-minute buys.
Kathmandu to Machha Khola (900 M) - 8–10 hrs drive
Have breakfast and start the drive from Kathmandu to the village of Machha Khola on the Kathmandu-Pokhara highway. The drive takes you along rural villages, small towns, green terraces and beautiful hillsides with views of Annapurna, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal and Langtang Himal. The trail takes you through forests, rice fields, ridges, gushing streams and the rapids of Budhi Gandaki River. The trail takes you to Khursane on a rocky trail past tropical waterfalls on a steep, rocky trail clinging to the side of a cliff eventually descending to the beautiful Gurung village of Labubesi. Following this the trail climbs to a valley which wides next to a river that takes you over a suspension bridge to the village of Machha Khola. Overnight in tea house in Machha Khola.
Machha Khola (900 M) to Jagat (1370 M) - 22 km, 7–8 hrs
Today we will trek along a gorge and continue up the river. The trail has a series of ascends and descends eventually crossing the Tharo Khola to reach Khorlabesi eventually reaching a hot spring which is a good place to break. The trail then climbs over a ridge to cross the Budhi Gandaki on a suspension bridge. After crossing the west bank of the river the trail climbs over another ridge towards the village of Jagat. Overnight in teahouses.
Jagat (1370 M) to Deng (1804 M) - 19–20 km, 7–8 hrs
Today we will trek across various landscapes, dense forests, small rivers and classic villages to reach the village of Deng. The trail enters a steep gorge and then to grassy slopes eventually through a wide valley and bamboo forests to the Deng Khola river.
Deng (1804 M) to Namrung (2630 M) - 18–20 km, 7–8 hrs
Today's trek will take you across the Budhi Gandaki river and climb up to the bridge taking you up a valley passing through lush forests, alpine vegetation and lovely villages that host ethnic groups of Manaslu region this making this a culturally important section of the trek. You also get to witness major peaks that appear in the distance.
Namrung (2630 M) to Lho (3200 M) - 10–12 km, 4–6 hrs
Shorter, deliberate gain for acclimatization. Move through oak and rhododendron to Lihi and the side valley of Simnang Himal; continue via Sho to Lho. Expect your first close, commanding views of Manaslu and Himal Chuli with chortens and barley fields framing the skyline. Overnight in Lho.
Lho (3200 M) to Samagaon (3530 M) - 9–12 km, 5–6 hrs
From Lho, traverse to Shyala with 360° mountain theatre—Manaslu massif, Peak 29 (Ngadi Chuli), glaciers fanning out above the valley. A gentle final approach leads to Samagaon, a large Sherpa village under Manaslu’s south face. Tea-house stay.
Rest Day at Samagaon (3530 M)
Rest Day at Samagaon. The day can be used to explore Birender Lake, Pungin Gompa & people who wish to explore Manaslu Base camp can plan for the same. Local exploration with a packed lunch. Overnight stay in a tea house in Samagaon.
Samagaon (3530 M) to Samdo (3875 M) - 8–10 km, 4–6 hrs
Descend briefly to the Budhi Gandaki and follow long mani walls as the valley widens. Sparse juniper and birch give way to drier alpine slopes near the Tibetan frontier. A short, steady climb lands you in Samdo—a windswept trading village.
Samdo (3875 M) to Dharamsala/Larkya Phedi (4460 M) - 11–12 km, 4–5 hrs
Skirt the old Larke Bazaar trade route, drop to the Budhi Gandaki and cross a wooden bridge. Glimpses of Larkya Glacier appear as you curl into the Salka Khola valley. The day is short by design—rest, hydrate, and prep for the pass.
Dharamsala (4460 M) to Bimtang (3590 M) via Larkya La (5135 M) - 24 km, 9–10 hrs
Alpine start. Traverse beneath Cho Danda and Larkya Peak onto the moraine. A steady grind over the final ramp puts you on Larkya La with vast views—Himlung, Cheo, Kangguru, Annapurna II on a clear day. A careful, long descent over scree and glacial flats leads to Bimtang. Big day, big reward.
Bimtang (3590 M) to Dharapani (1900 M) - 24–26 km, 8–9 hrs
Drop to the Dudh Khola on a moraine ridge with sunrise views back to Manaslu and Lamjung. Roll through alpine pastures into dense rhododendron and maple. Pass Yak Kharka, Goa, and Tilije without halting overnight, and continue all the way down to Dharapani in the Marshyangdi valley—where you intersect the Annapurna Circuit roadhead. This longer push replaces the earlier Syange halt.
Dharapani to Kathmandu - Drive: 9–10 hrs
Jeep out via Besisahar to the highway and on to Kathmandu. Evening at leisure. Hot shower, real bed, big meal.
Depart from Kathmandu
Trip ends. Buffer for flights recommended in case of mountain weather delays on previous days.
Our batch sizes are capped at 15 for smaller treks with the trek leader and trekker ratio of 1:8. This ratio, in our years of experience, has proven to deliver the best trekking experience for individuals as well as groups. Capping the size of the group ensures individual attention to each trekker so that no signs of distress or need during the trek go unnoticed. It also helps to form a more cohesive cohort with better group energy which helps define the rhythm and pace of days on the trek. As you go higher up on the BRS scale, since the stakes are higher, expeditions have an even smaller group size with the ratio of expedition leader to climber set at 1:2.
We follow a rigorous regime of hiring and training our experts in the field. Each trek leader is a certified mountaineer with years of experience in the field. In addition to their qualification, they also go through practical and situational training to tackle any and all kinds of sudden conditions that may present themselves on the ground. Being unpredictable is the core nature of the mountains but being ready for any circumstance as best as possible is a controllable asset that we try to nurture. Our field experts are also trained in basic medicine and first-aid response. Watch: Forerunners - The Making of A Trek Leader At Bikat Adventures
Since Bikat Adventures is a learning-based organization, we help you climb up the ladder of difficulty within the sphere of outdoor adventure systematically. Our on-ground training modules are designed to handhold you through the upskilling process so that you are ready to take on bigger challenges.
All the gear used on our treks and expeditions is tried and tested, maintained for good quality, and is overall top-notch in quality and condition. We are continually looking to obtain the best of everything there is in the market so as to ensure optimum safety.
Along with the staff you see on-ground, we have a team of superheroes working in the background to give you the best experience possible. Our background team also comprises local staff from each area who know the region best. Having local support helps with studying the area, pre-planning, execution, and in receiving timely support in case of emergencies in these remote locations.
Our on-field staff is in constant contact with our teams based in primary locations so as to eliminate any avoidable delay in reaching additional help and support when required. We try to use the best tools for communication available, including satellite phones, in regions where they are not restricted.
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