--- title: "Lho on the Manaslu Circuit: Altitude, Lodges and Trail Notes" description: "Lho, around 3,180 m, is a high Manaslu Circuit village with monastery life and wide views of Manaslu." canonical: "https://www.nepaltibetbhutan.com/manaslu-circuit/lho-manaslu" last-updated: "2026-08-21T00:00:00+05:45" --- Village guide # Lho on the Manaslu Circuit: Altitude, Lodges and Trail Notes Lho is a high Manaslu Circuit village at about 3,180 m, known for its monastery setting and broad mountain views. The day from lower villages can feel demanding because sleeping altitude is rising, so arrive with daylight, drink normally, eat, check symptoms and keep the next stage flexible. Lodge services are basic and weather-dependent. **3,180 m**Reference altitude **Teahouse**Typical stay **Cash**Preferred **Variable**Facilities DB **By [Dinesh Bhusal](/author-dinesh-bhusal)**2 min read **✓ Reviewed 21 Aug 2026** Information checked against current official and local sources. Fees, access, permits and transport can change. [Sources & methodology →](/data-methodology) Current information ✓ Last checked: 21 Aug 2026 Permits, fees, flights, border rules and operating conditions can change. We use official and current sources whenever possible and recommend reconfirming time-sensitive details before travel. [Official sources ↗](https://ntb.gov.np/mount-manaslu)[What to recheck →](/data-methodology) Details and source context Status Planning guidance reviewed Applies to Manaslu Circuit Trek Last checked 21 Aug 2026 On this page ## Why this stop matters Monastery village with major Manaslu views. For Lho on the Manaslu Circuit, the practical experience changes with season, lodge operation and road or trail conditions, so the guide should confirm availability before arrival. ## What to expect - Simple teahouse accommodation where available. - Cash payment and limited charging/connectivity. - Cold nights increase rapidly with altitude. - Early meal order in busy periods. ## Next-stage preparation For Lho on the Manaslu Circuit, refill or treat water, place shell and warm layer at the top of the daypack, and review the next day’s elevation gain, lunch point and weather before sleeping. ## Make the village more than a photograph Lho's monastery and village lanes offer a useful cultural pause, but visitors should ask before entering religious spaces or photographing people. Walk quietly, follow local instructions and give residents and worshippers room. Clear views are possible, not guaranteed, especially when afternoon cloud builds. The route toward Namrung continues to gain altitude and can include exposed sections, stone paths and changing weather. Use the evening to confirm the next sleeping village, start time, water supply and the guide's plan if anyone develops symptoms or the trail slows. - Ask before photographing the monastery or residents. - Keep warm and waterproof layers ready as temperatures fall after sunset. - Carry cash for meals, charging and small village purchases. ## Treat Lho as an altitude checkpoint A headache, nausea, unusual fatigue, dizziness or a clear decline in walking ability deserves an early conversation with the guide. The route should not be pushed simply because the next lodge is booked. A lower sleeping option or a slower day may protect the rest of the circuit. Rooms, bathrooms, hot water, power and internet vary with season and supply. Order food early in busy periods, keep medication and a headlamp in the day bag and protect water from freezing overnight. The higher route rewards a calm evening more than a late extra excursion. - Check health before committing to the next ascent. - Ask what the package includes at the high lodges. - Keep a weather and route buffer before Larkya La. ## Make the safety decision early Before you book or set out for lho on the manaslu circuit, keep these details visible in the plan: Reference altitude: 3,180 m; Typical stay: Teahouse; Preferred: Cash; Facilities: Variable Agree on the point at which the plan changes. For Lho on the Manaslu Circuit, a lower route, a rest day, a different transfer or an early return is a normal planning option when symptoms, weather or conditions change. - Ask what the guide or operator will do if the main plan cannot continue. - Keep medication, documents, communication and warm layers accessible. - Check the current source and insurance wording before relying on a safety claim. ## What changes the plan For lho on the manaslu circuit, agree the change point before departure. For Lho on the Manaslu Circuit, a lower route, rest day, different transfer or early return is a normal option when symptoms, weather or access change. The operator should explain who makes that decision and how the group stays together. For Lho on the Manaslu Circuit, keep the safety plan practical: name the next lower sleeping point, local contact, transport option and insurer process. Do not rely on a helicopter, phone signal or fixed schedule as the only response to a problem. - Save emergency contacts, insurance details and medication information offline. - Tell the guide early when health, weather or footing changes. - Treat a safe change of plan as part of the itinerary, not as a failure. Continue planning ## Related planning guides [Related guide ### Samagaun on the Manaslu Circuit Samagaun, around 3,530 m, is a key acclimatization and resupply stop on the Manaslu Circuit. Use it to rest, assess health, explore gently and prepare for Samdo, Dharamsala and the Larkya La stages.](/manaslu-circuit/samagaun)[Related guide ### Shyala on the Manaslu Circuit Shyala, around 3,500 m, is a high Manaslu Circuit settlement with open mountain views and a short, supply-sensitive lodge season. Arrive early, check weather and health, and prepare for the more remote stages toward Samagaun.](/manaslu-circuit/shyala-manaslu)[Related guide ### Birendra Lake on the Manaslu Circuit Birendra Lake (~3,690 m) is glacial lake side trip from samagaun. Use this guide for arrival planning, facilities, acclimatisation context and the next trail stage.](/manaslu-circuit/birendra-lake) Useful answers ## Frequently asked questions What should I know before starting this section of the Manaslu Circuit?+ Lho (3,180 m) is monastery village with major manaslu views. Use this guide for arrival planning, facilities, acclimatisation context and the next trail stage. Are licensed guides mandatory on the Manaslu Circuit?+ Yes. For Lho on the Manaslu Circuit, manaslu is a restricted area: the Nepal Department of Immigration requires foreign trekkers to travel with a licensed guide through a registered agency, in a group of at least two. One guide may lead a maximum of 7 trekkers, so larger groups add another guide. The same guide rule applies across Nepal's restricted areas, including Upper Mustang and the Tsum Valley. How do teahouse accommodations and meal ordering work here?+ Teahouses offer twin-share rooms and home-cooked meals (dal bhat, soups, porridge, noodles). In peak season, dinner orders are placed in the late afternoon for timely service. What altitude precautions should be followed on this route?+ For Lho on the Manaslu Circuit, ascend gradually, maintain good hydration, and immediately report symptoms such as persistent headache, nausea, or dizziness to the guide. How high is Lho?+ Lho is approximately 3,180 m, although map figures can vary slightly. It is high enough for acclimatization and symptom monitoring to matter. What is worth seeing in Lho?+ The village setting, monastery context and views toward Manaslu are the main draws. Ask before entering religious spaces or taking close photographs, and remember that cloud can hide the mountains. Should I spend an extra night in Lho?+ It depends on the itinerary, symptoms, pace and the next sleeping-altitude gain. Ask the guide whether an extra night improves acclimatization or whether a gentler schedule elsewhere is more useful. ## Sources & methodology Use the dated sources below for the claims they support. Recheck time-sensitive permits, fees, transport and border procedures before booking. [**Nepal Tourism Board — Mount Manaslu** ↗](https://ntb.gov.np/mount-manaslu) Continue planning ## Related Manaslu Circuit guides [Village guide ### Machha Khola on the Manaslu Circuit Read the Machha Khola on the Manaslu Circuit guide →](/manaslu-circuit/machha-khola)[Village guide ### Jagat on the Manaslu Circuit Read the Jagat on the Manaslu Circuit guide →](/manaslu-circuit/jagat-manaslu)[Village guide ### Philim on the Manaslu Circuit Read the Philim on the Manaslu Circuit guide →](/manaslu-circuit/philim-manaslu)[Village guide ### Deng on the Manaslu Circuit Read the Deng on the Manaslu Circuit guide →](/manaslu-circuit/deng-manaslu) Personalised planning ## Plan Your Manaslu Circuit Journey Tell our Kathmandu-based planning team your travel dates, group size and preferred pace. We will help you shape a realistic Manaslu Circuit itinerary with clear inclusions and proper acclimatization buffers. [Plan with Amigo Treks →](/contact#planning-enquiry)[Ask on WhatsApp ↗](https://wa.me/9779851136878?text=Hello%20Amigo%20Treks%2C%20I%20need%20help%20planning%20a%20Manaslu%20Circuit%20journey.)[Back to Manaslu Circuit](/manaslu-circuit) Plan with context ## Custom Himalayan Route Planning Our Kathmandu operations team arranges itemised itineraries, verified permits, and private transport matched to your travel dates and pacing. [Request custom itinerary →](/contact#planning-enquiry)[WhatsApp a trip planner ↗](https://wa.me/9779851136878?text=Hello%20Amigo%20Treks%2C%20I%20need%20help%20planning%20Lho%20on%20the%20Manaslu%20Circuit.)[← All Manaslu Circuit guides](/manaslu-circuit) Talk through the next decision ## Ask a trip planner about Lho on the Manaslu Circuit. Share your name, contact details and one short question. The planning team will use the page context to start in the right place. Your request goes directly to [Amigo Treks & Expedition](https://www.amigotrekking.com/), our Kathmandu-based trekking and tour team. The submission includes technical attribution such as IP-derived location, device type and pages visited before sending. See the Privacy Policy. [Read the Privacy Policy.](/privacy-policy) - Route and pace fit for your dates - Practical trade-offs and fallback options - A reply from the local planning team Usually replied to within 1 business day. This is not an emergency channel or medical assessment. **Send a short planning request**Name and a short message are required. Add an email or phone number so we know where to reply. Your name * Email (or phone; one required) Phone (or email; one required) Short message *At least 10 characters. Do not send passport, payment or medical documents. I agree that Amigo Treks & Expedition may use my message and related technical attribution to reply to my request. [Read the Privacy Policy.](/privacy-policy) * The submission includes technical attribution such as IP-derived location, device type and pages visited before sending. Community Insights ## Route Experiences & Field Updates Recent field reports, route conditions, and practical observations shared by travellers and local leaders. [Explore Community Discussions](https://www.nepaltibetbhutan.com/manaslu-circuit/lho-manaslu#discussion)[Sign in](https://www.nepaltibetbhutan.com/login?redirect=%2Fmanaslu-circuit%2Flho-manaslu%23discussion)[Create an account](https://www.nepaltibetbhutan.com/register?redirect=%2Fmanaslu-circuit%2Flho-manaslu%23discussion) Verified accounts share firsthand field notes; new submissions are moderated for accuracy. ```json {"@context":"https://schema.org","@graph":[{"@type":"Organization","@id":"https://www.nepaltibetbhutan.com/#organization","name":"Himalayan Travel Guide","description":"A practical, source-aware travel planning library for Nepal, Tibet, Bhutan, Mount Kailash and the wider Himalaya, published at nepaltibetbhutan.com.","url":"https://www.nepaltibetbhutan.com/","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https://www.nepaltibetbhutan.com/#logo","url":"https://www.nepaltibetbhutan.com/_next/static/images/himalayan-travel-guide-logo.webp"},"founder":{"@id":"https://www.nepaltibetbhutan.com/author-dinesh-bhusal#person"},"parentOrganization":{"@id":"https://www.amigotrekking.com/#organization"},"sameAs":["https://www.amigotrekking.com/"],"address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Kathmandu","addressCountry":"NP"},"contactPoint":{"@type":"ContactPoint","contactType":"editorial corrections","email":"info@amigotrekking.com"}},{"@type":"Organization","@id":"https://www.amigotrekking.com/#organization","name":"Amigo Treks \u0026 Expedition","url":"https://www.amigotrekking.com/"},{"@type":"WebSite","@id":"https://www.nepaltibetbhutan.com/#website","name":"Himalayan Travel Guide","url":"https://www.nepaltibetbhutan.com/","publisher":{"@id":"https://www.nepaltibetbhutan.com/#organization"},"inLanguage":"en"}]} {"@context":"https://schema.org","@graph":[{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https://www.nepaltibetbhutan.com/manaslu-circuit/lho-manaslu#webpage","url":"https://www.nepaltibetbhutan.com/manaslu-circuit/lho-manaslu","name":"Lho on the Manaslu Circuit: Altitude, Lodges and Trail Notes","description":"Lho, around 3,180 m, is a high Manaslu Circuit village with monastery life and wide views of Manaslu. Use it as a pacing and acclimatization checkpoint before Namrung, Samagaun and the higher sleeping stages.","isPartOf":{"@id":"https://www.nepaltibetbhutan.com/#website"},"dateModified":"2026-08-21T00:00:00+05:45","mainEntity":{"@id":"https://www.nepaltibetbhutan.com/manaslu-circuit/lho-manaslu#article"}},{"@type":"Article","@id":"https://www.nepaltibetbhutan.com/manaslu-circuit/lho-manaslu#article","headline":"Lho on the Manaslu Circuit: Altitude, Lodges and Trail Notes","description":"Lho, around 3,180 m, is a high Manaslu Circuit village with monastery life and wide views of Manaslu. Use it as a pacing and acclimatization checkpoint before Namrung, Samagaun and the higher sleeping stages.","url":"https://www.nepaltibetbhutan.com/manaslu-circuit/lho-manaslu","mainEntityOfPage":{"@id":"https://www.nepaltibetbhutan.com/manaslu-circuit/lho-manaslu#webpage"},"inLanguage":"en","dateModified":"2026-08-21T00:00:00+05:45","author":{"@id":"https://www.nepaltibetbhutan.com/author-dinesh-bhusal#person"},"publisher":{"@id":"https://www.nepaltibetbhutan.com/#organization"}},{"@type":"Person","@id":"https://www.nepaltibetbhutan.com/author-dinesh-bhusal#person","name":"Dinesh Bhusal","jobTitle":"Director \u0026 Co-Founder, Amigo Treks \u0026 Expedition; Editorial Lead, Himalayan Travel Guide","description":"Himalayan travel professional and licensed trekking operator with over 15 years of field operations experience leading and managing routes across Nepal, Tibet, Bhutan, and Mount Kailash.","url":"https://www.nepaltibetbhutan.com/author-dinesh-bhusal","worksFor":{"@id":"https://www.amigotrekking.com/#organization"},"knowsAbout":["Himalayan trekking logistics","High-altitude acclimatization planning","Nepal trekking permits and regulations","Everest Base Camp route management","Annapurna Sanctuary \u0026 Circuit operations","Manaslu restricted-area access","Langtang Valley trekking","Mount Kailash \u0026 Lake Mansarovar pilgrimage logistics","Tibet overland travel permits","Bhutan Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) planning","Mountain safety \u0026 emergency response"],"sameAs":["https://www.amigotrekking.com/blog/author/admin/","https://www.amigotrekking.com/about-us"]},{"@type":"BreadcrumbList","@id":"https://www.nepaltibetbhutan.com/manaslu-circuit/lho-manaslu#breadcrumb","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Himalayan home","item":"https://www.nepaltibetbhutan.com/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Manaslu Circuit guides","item":"https://www.nepaltibetbhutan.com/manaslu-circuit/guides"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":3,"name":"Lho on the Manaslu Circuit","item":"https://www.nepaltibetbhutan.com/manaslu-circuit/lho-manaslu"}]},{"@type":"FAQPage","@id":"https://www.nepaltibetbhutan.com/manaslu-circuit/lho-manaslu#faq","mainEntity":[{"@type":"Question","name":"What should I know before starting this section of the Manaslu Circuit?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Lho (3,180 m) is monastery village with major manaslu views. Use this guide for arrival planning, facilities, acclimatisation context and the next trail stage."}},{"@type":"Question","name":"Are licensed guides mandatory on the Manaslu Circuit?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Yes. For Lho on the Manaslu Circuit, manaslu is a restricted area: the Nepal Department of Immigration requires foreign trekkers to travel with a licensed guide through a registered agency, in a group of at least two. One guide may lead a maximum of 7 trekkers, so larger groups add another guide. The same guide rule applies across Nepal's restricted areas, including Upper Mustang and the Tsum Valley."}},{"@type":"Question","name":"How do teahouse accommodations and meal ordering work here?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Teahouses offer twin-share rooms and home-cooked meals (dal bhat, soups, porridge, noodles). In peak season, dinner orders are placed in the late afternoon for timely service."}},{"@type":"Question","name":"What altitude precautions should be followed on this route?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"For Lho on the Manaslu Circuit, ascend gradually, maintain good hydration, and immediately report symptoms such as persistent headache, nausea, or dizziness to the guide."}},{"@type":"Question","name":"How high is Lho?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Lho is approximately 3,180 m, although map figures can vary slightly. It is high enough for acclimatization and symptom monitoring to matter."}},{"@type":"Question","name":"What is worth seeing in Lho?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"The village setting, monastery context and views toward Manaslu are the main draws. Ask before entering religious spaces or taking close photographs, and remember that cloud can hide the mountains."}},{"@type":"Question","name":"Should I spend an extra night in Lho?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"It depends on the itinerary, symptoms, pace and the next sleeping-altitude gain. Ask the guide whether an extra night improves acclimatization or whether a gentler schedule elsewhere is more useful."}}]}]} ```