Manang, at about 3,540 m, is the largest village in the upper Marsyangdi valley and the main acclimatisation stop on the Annapurna Circuit before Thorong La. Stone houses with flat roofs face the glaciers of Gangapurna and the Annapurna range across the valley.
Quick answer: Manang (about 3,540 m) is reached on the Annapurna Circuit, or by jeep from Besisahar. Spend 1–2 nights acclimatising with hikes to Gangapurna Lake, Ice Lake or Praken Gompa. It is the base for Tilicho Lake.
Manang at a glance
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Altitude | About 3,540 m |
| Trek | Annapurna Circuit |
| Acclimatisation hikes | Ice Lake, Gangapurna Lake, Praken Gompa |
| Side trip | Tilicho Lake |
| Best time | October–November, March–May |
Things to do
- Hike to Ice Lake (about 4,600 m).
- Walk to Gangapurna Lake.
- Climb to Praken Gompa for a blessing.
- Attend an altitude-sickness talk if available.
Trips and guides
Plan your visit
Manang is where the Annapurna Circuit pauses before the big pass. Contact us and our Kathmandu team will help you plan it.