Cultural Riches of Gurung Communities

This trip is an amazing cultural riches of the gurung communities. You will enjoy the delightful panorama of the Manaslu, Annapurna, and Ganesh Himal ranges. You will have outstanding experience of crossing the majestic Larkya La Pass (5106m). Explore the Manaslu Base Camp and Pung Gyen Gompa will make your trip memorable.

Duration: 12 days
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights

Drive to Machha Khola (690m./2277ft.) – 10 hours /180km./190km.

Manaslu - The adventure begins with a bus ride along the Prithvi Highway from Kathmandu. A smooth journey on a paved road leads to Dhading Bensi, where the road ascends to Gola Bhanjyang and then descends to Ankhu Khola. At Arughat, the Budhi Gandaki River is crossed, and the drive…

What's Included
  • MCAP, ACAP, Local Entry fee, and Manaslu Special permit
  • One professional guide and required porters and their all expenses
  • Public Liability Insurance
  • Government Tax and service charge
  • A trek map, Oxygen meter, duffle bags, first aid and water purification
  • Hotel /Lodge accommodation in Kathmandu and during trek
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Assistance…
What's Not Included
  • Hard and soft table drinks as tea/coffee, alcoholic drinks, bar bill, hot water, hot shower etc
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for guide/porters
  • Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu.
Location
Nepal Alternative Treks & Expeditions
भगवान बहाल मार्ग
Reach Bahagawan Bahal Temple just in front of Chhayadevi complex then take right street to west about 200 meter ahead. We are on 3rd. floor, house number 125.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Michaelha5017ay
Jan 4, 2026
Amazing Manaslu Trek! - My wife and I did the Manaslu Circuit Trek and were very impressed under the guidance of Nauser, who was very knowledgable about the culture and mountains along the trek. It was my wife’s first long trek but we were all able to complete the trek with success. Nauser and our porter, Ram, kept us entertained along the way and made us feel comfortable in the middle of winter. Highly recommend them if you are planning on a trek in Nepal.
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992skyeg
Dec 27, 2025
Life-changing experience - My friend and I did the 17 day trekking Manaslu Circuit with Tsum Valley. It was absolutely amazing !! We were extremely well looked after by Tej and his team, and the walk was incredible. We could not recommend more.
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Lisade3151ez
Dec 24, 2025
Manaslu Circuit Trek 2025 - We did the Manaslu Trek over a total of 12 days, with 10 days of hiking – and it was an unforgettable experience. The landscapes along the way were absolutely stunning: from lush valleys and remote mountain villages to snow-covered peaks, every day offered something new. The trails were not too technical, but the high altitude definitely made them challenging. The accommodations were very simple, which is to be expected at these elevations – but that simplicity added to the authenticity of the trek. The highlight of the journey was crossing the Larke Pass at 5106 meters, a moment we’ll never forget. A huge thank you to our guide Raj and our two porters, Yona and Amrit, who took such great care of us throughout the trek. When I got injured, they were incredibly kind and made sure I got down the mountain safely. Overall, it was a truly amazing experience – physically demanding but deeply rewarding. If you’re looking to experience Nepal beyond the usual tourist trails, the Manaslu Circuit is an absolute must.
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Kaushambim2025
Nov 15, 2025
Very well organized Manaslu Circuit Trek! - Alternative Trekking Nepal and Mr. Tej Gurung have been thoroughly professional and dealt with our Manaslu Circuit Trek program very well. Every aspect was explained in detail. The guide assigned to us, Dilal was very energetic and had clarity on how to conduct the Trek. The team of Guide, Dilal and the porters were very courteous, helpful and smiling. They ensured all our needs were met and our queries were answered. We had a great, successful Trek and we are thankful to this team.
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D5662jdnickp
Oct 31, 2025
Incredible 12 day Manaslu Circuit Trek - We had the most amazing trip with Nepal Alternative Treks and Expeditions! Our guide Lax and porter Ram took fantastic care of us from start to finish. They always found us the best accommodation each night and offered great advice throughout the trek — especially when it came to food recommendations! The trek itself went far beyond our expectations. The scenery was incredibly varied, and each day became more beautiful as we got closer to the mountains. We can’t thank Lax, Ram, and the whole team at Nepal Alternative Treks enough — it truly was the trip of a lifetime!
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Elliej526
Oct 28, 2025
Best 12 days ever! - What an experience! This trip has been on my bucket list for a while and I couldn’t have asked for a better company or guide&porter. Lax and Ram were a great, they made us feel so welcome and took the trip at our pace. Everything was very well taken care of and organized from the moment we landed, it was all stress free. I’m still in awe of the scenery this trek had to offer! If you’re thinking of doing the Manaslu circuit trek, do it! And with this company, we will be back! Thank you 🙏🏼
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Vivianeh352
Oct 16, 2025
Hike of a lifetime :))) - I'm very happy to have found Alternative Trekking. It was by far the cheapest price, which first made me suspicious, but turned out perfect! I went with a friend and someone else joined, too (after we agreed - it seems like other agencies sometimes add people to the group without asking, but Tej made sure we're okay with a third person joining). We had the trip of a lifetime, memories we'll never forget. I've been hiking in Austria, Italy, Portugal and Peru before, but the views we had here were exceptionally beautiful (especially on Larke Pass Day). A huuuge thanks goes out to our guide Raj. He always checked how we're doing, noticed every detail and gave us the confidence we needed to do this hike (even without Diamox). He always knew what to do, even when we felt at our lowest. Thank you to our great porters, too: Yona and Amrit. I'm so impressed by the job you did and thankful for the kindness and relaxed vibe you spread! 10/10 can recommend ❤️
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Shadowmyv
Aug 29, 2025
Truly Memorable Experience - I recently completed the Manaslu Circuit Trek with Nepal Alternative Treks & Expeditions, and I can honestly say I wouldn’t have been able to do it without them. From start to finish, everything was so well taken care of. A huge thank you to Amar, our head guide. He made the trek not only safe and comfortable, but also so much more meaningful. I love being curious on the trail always asking “what’s this peak?” or “what does that mean in the local culture?” and Amar was able to answer every question with so much knowledge and patience. His English is excellent, he explains things clearly, and he has this calm way of making sure everyone feels looked after. He always made sure we had good food, felt safe on the trail, and were comfortable after long days. Truly an incredible guide. The porters were also amazing. Their strength, support, and positivity kept us moving forward every single day. There were moments I felt like I couldn’t push anymore, and it was their help that made it possible. I have so much respect and gratitude for them. And behind the scenes, Tej was incredible, from picking us up at the airport, organizing all the details, to making sure we were dropped off at the end. Everything felt seamless. I didn’t have to worry about logistics for a single moment, which made the whole experience even more enjoyable. This trek was one of the most meaningful journeys I’ve ever taken, and a huge part of that is thanks to Nepal Alternative Treks & Expeditions and their wonderful team. If you’re considering trekking in Nepal, I can’t recommend them enough. You’ll be in the best hands.
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Timos448
Apr 26, 2025
Great experience with Alternative Nepal - Great experience with Alternative Nepal. Together with a friend we booked the Manaslu track for 11 days. Alternative Nepal was professional and fast in communication before the start of the track and helped us with the preparations. During the track, Laxman was a great guide and handled everything along the way, e.g. rooms at accommodations, food and water, etc. In addition, Laxman also updated us on the days to come and checked in with our personal health. We would book again with Alternative Nepal!
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W8100ymrichardk
Apr 9, 2025
Best Nepal trekking company - Even though i couldnt finish Manaslu circuit trek and had to be rescued by helicopter. I can confirm high quality service from this company especially the owner Tej and my guide Sanjay. I couldnt imagine better service and assistance. So if you plan to do trekking here or any other activites, you can definetly choose this company and be in safe hands. :) Richard
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Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).