Circuit · Nepal
Langtang, Manaslu & Rolwaling
Quieter big-mountain treks north of Kathmandu.
- Places
- 3
- Altitude
- 700–5,106 m
- Fly / train to
- Kathmandu
- Daily spend
- about ₹3,500
When to go
- ❄︎Jan
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- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- ❄︎Dec
Best for most places here: Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov. Each place here needs 8–14 days on the ground; places in one circuit share travel days, so pair two or three.
Places in this circuit
Langtang Valley
A glacier valley north of Kathmandu, rebuilt after 2015, ending at the Kyanjin Gompa monastery.
Manaslu Circuit
A restricted-area circuit around the world's eighth-highest mountain, over Larke Pass (5,106 m).
Tsho Rolpa
One of the largest glacial lakes in Nepal, at 4,580 m at the snout of the Trakarding glacier.
What to pack for Langtang, Manaslu & Rolwaling
Everything the places in this circuit call for, most widely needed first. Each place's page has its full list with reasons.
- Fleece or light sweater
- Thermal inner wear (top and bottom)
- Down or padded jacket
- Woollen cap that covers the ears
- Woollen socks, 2–3 pairs
- Waterproof gloves
- Neck gaiter or balaclava
- Hand warmers
- Quick-dry trekking pants, 2 pairs
- Quick-dry T-shirts, 2–3
- Sun cap or hat
- Rain jacket or poncho
- Trekking shoes with ankle support
- Microspikes
- Gaiters
- Camp sandals or floaters
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Langtang, Manaslu & Rolwaling: questions people ask
Which places are in the Langtang, Manaslu & Rolwaling circuit?
The Langtang, Manaslu & Rolwaling circuit in Nepal covers Langtang Valley, Manaslu Circuit and Tsho Rolpa. They share a gateway, so two or three are usually combined in one trip.
What is the best time to visit Langtang, Manaslu & Rolwaling?
March to May and October and November suit most places in Langtang, Manaslu & Rolwaling. Individual places differ, so check each one.
How do you reach Langtang, Manaslu & Rolwaling?
Travel to Kathmandu, then continue by road.
How much does a Langtang, Manaslu & Rolwaling trip cost per day?
About ₹3,500 per person per day on the ground for a mid-range trip, averaged across the places in this circuit.
Which is the easiest place in Langtang, Manaslu & Rolwaling, and which is the highest?
Langtang Valley is the easiest (moderate). Manaslu Circuit is the highest at 5,106 m.