Gokyo Lakes vs Manaslu Circuit
Pick Gokyo Lakes for
a similar experience — decide on dates and access.
Pick Manaslu Circuit for
peace and quiet, fewer people
| Gokyo Lakes | Manaslu Circuit | |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Nepal, Solukhumbu | Nepal, Gorkha, Gandaki |
| Highest point | 5,357 m | 5,106 m |
| Difficulty | Difficult | Difficult |
| Trek distance | about 120 km | about 177 km |
| Days on the ground | 11–13 | 12–14 |
| Best months | Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov | Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov |
| Snow likely | Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar | Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar |
| Crowds in season | Moderate | Quiet |
| Daily spend | about ₹4,500 | about ₹4,000 |
| Gateway | Kathmandu (Lukla flight) | Kathmandu |
| With kids | Not advised | Not advised |
| With seniors | Not advised | Not advised |
| Permits | Sagarmatha National Park + Khumbu local area fee. Check current guide rules. | Restricted Area Permit + MCAP + ACAP + TIMS. Must go through a registered agency. |
Gokyo Lakes: when to go
- ❄︎Jan
- ❄︎Feb
- ❄︎Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- ❄︎Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely
Manaslu Circuit: when to go
- ❄︎Jan
- ❄︎Feb
- ❄︎Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- ❄︎Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely