Deng to Samdo on the Manaslu Circuit covers 4 stages, via Namrung, Lho and Samagaun. It goes from about 1,860 m to about 3,860 m, a net gain of roughly 2,000 m. Total walking time is about 15 to 20 hours.
Quick facts
- Start: Deng, about 1,860 m
- End: Samdo, about 3,860 m
- Change: a net gain of roughly 2,000 m
- Stages: 4
- Total time: about 15 to 20 hours of walking
- Hardest stage: moderate to hard
Stage by stage
- Deng to Namrung: 6 to 8 hours (moderate to hard)
- Namrung to Lho: 3 to 4 hours (moderate)
- Lho to Samagaun: 3 to 4 hours (moderate)
- Samagaun to Samdo: 3 to 4 hours (moderate)
How to split it
This is more than a day of walking, so trekkers usually break it into stages and sleep along the way. The route passes through Namrung, Lho and Samagaun. Lodge availability changes by season, so confirm night stops with your operator.
Altitude and health
This route reaches about 3,860 m. Altitude sickness is possible above 3,000 m, so walk slowly, drink water and tell your guide about headaches, nausea or poor sleep. Altitudes vary by a few tens of metres between maps and guidebooks.
Reverse direction
Walking Samdo to Deng is the same route in reverse. It is mostly downhill and usually quicker, but a long descent is hard on the knees, so poles help.
Common questions
- How long is Deng to Samdo? Total walking time is about 15 to 20 hours, depending on pace and stops.
- Which places are on the way from Deng to Samdo? The route passes Namrung, Lho and Samagaun.
Plan it
Back to all route information or see the Manaslu Circuit guides.
