This trek was officially opened to tourist in 1991,

The area to the east of the Annapurna are the peaks of Manasalu group. Few visitors trek to this area, which makes a visit here all the more unique and unspoiled. The area is bordered  by River Buddhi Gandaki and to the west River Marshyangdi. This area is marked by  cultural highlights are: Gorkha, which is the ancestral seat of the reigning Shah dynasty, rich of Sherpas, Gurung and Tamang traditional villages and the temple of Manakamana.

Since the trekking in the manasalu region originated at around 1000m. and reach as high as 5200m. the trekker will see a wide range of flora typical of the middle hills and alpine regions of Nepal. Plants to be seen around here are pine, rhododendron, wildlife including barking deer, pika and Himalayan marmots etc... Birds to be sighted in the Manasalu region are pheasant, raven, chough etc… People of Tibetan origin inhabit several villages. Other groups here are Gurungs and Tamangs.

The trekking in Manasalu region requires a special permit and can be undertaken through Government registered trekking agency only.

The journey around these legendary mountains is enjoyable, tough and  it is very rewarding and unforgettable.

Beginning from Gorkha Buri Gandaki valley river, over Larkya La pass 5213m., and descend to the Marsyangdi River, you will trek down to Besi Sahar, from where we will drive back to Kathmandu.