Trekking in Nepal’s Manaslu region has resumed on both the Manaslu Circuit Trek via Larke Pass and the Tsum Valley Trek following partial repairs to roads, trails, bridges, and teahouse lodges damaged by the October 11, 2026, Budhi Gandaki flood. The Trekking Agencies’ Association of Nepal (TAAN) has issued a safety advisory confirming that trekking routes have reopened, while urging trekkers and support teams to exercise caution and seek updated information from local communities before and during their journeys.
Trekking Resumes After Flood-Damaged Infrastructure Repaired
According to TAAN, trekkers can now travel by vehicle as far as Machhakhola, from where they can begin their journeys toward both the Larke Pass and Tsum Valley routes. Several sections of the trekking trails and bridges damaged by the flood have undergone repairs, allowing trekking activities to resume along the major routes.
An alternative trail approximately 10 minutes long has also been established at Yaru Bagar to bypass a difficult section of the route. The Department of Immigration (DoI) and the Manaslu Conservation Area Project (MCAP) have confirmed that the necessary trekking permits remain open, allowing trekkers to continue their journeys in the region.
Manaslu Larke Pass Route Back in Operation
The Manaslu Larke Pass Trek has returned to full operation over the past few days, with trekkers successfully navigating the repaired sections of the route. Trekkers have been able to continue from Machhakhola through Khorlabesi, Jagat, Philim and Nyakphedi, with groups already reaching Samagaon and Dharmashala.
The reopening provides an important boost to trekking activities in the Manaslu region, which had been affected by the Budhi Gandaki flood. While major sections have been restored, TAAN has advised trekkers to remain alert as some infrastructure and trail sections may still require further improvement.
Tsum Valley Route Reopens After Community-Led Repairs
The Tsum Valley Trek has also reopened following repair and restoration work carried out by local communities. Local residents have installed four new wooden bridges and restored damaged trail sections in and around the Sardi Khola, making it possible for trekkers to continue toward Chhekampar and Mu Gomba.
The community-led restoration has played a crucial role in reconnecting the trekking route after the flood caused damage to bridges and trails. The reopening is expected to support the return of trekking activity and provide renewed opportunities for local communities that depend heavily on tourism.
Trekkers Advised to Exercise Caution
Although trekking has resumed, TAAN has urged trekkers, guides, porters and other support team members to travel with caution because some sections of the routes were recently affected by the flood. Travellers have been advised to consult local residents and trekking agencies for the latest information on trail conditions before proceeding through potentially difficult sections.
The latest route information has been verified with Nima Lama, Chairperson of Chum Nubri Rural Municipality, and Serap Gurung, a local youth leader of Chum Nubri Rural Municipality. TAAN has encouraged trekkers to follow local safety instructions and remain flexible regarding route conditions as restoration work continues in affected areas.
