Plan a Trip
Travel Time
7-8 Hours
Distance
140km
Vehicle Type
Van
Driver
Included
Group Size
1-6 people Pax
Max. Altitude
1200 Metres
Best Season
Spring
Activity
Day Tour
Accommodation
Not Included
Highlights of Kathmandu to Soti Khola
- Epic Views: See the rise of mountains and rivers rush on the 126-km Kathmandu to Soti Khola ride—yours for USD 200.
- Your Schedule: Pick your start. Stop when you want. This jeep runs on your time.
- Trek Shortcut: Skip three days of hiking. Hit Soti Khola in 6-8 hours, or Machha Khola for USD 50 more.
- Rough Road Buzz: Feel the jolt past Arughat—dirt, gravel, and twists make it a wild ride.
- Village Vibe: Catch Nepal’s rural pulse—locals, teahouses, and river hum at Soti Khola.
- Hot Springs Dip: Add USD 50 to reach Machha Khola. Hike 30 minutes to soak in Tatopani’s warm pools.
- Fresh Start: Step out at the trek’s edge—Soti Khola or Machha Khola—ready for Manaslu’s trails.
Introduction of Kathmandu to Soti Khola
Ready to tackle the Manaslu Circuit? Skip the packed buses and early trudges.
This private jeep package takes you from Kathmandu to Soti Khola for USD 200, with an optional ride from Soti Khola to Machha Khola for just USD 50 more.
It’s your fast lane to Nepal’s wild trails. Roads stretch beyond the old Arughat start, slicing three days off the trek.
You’ll cover 126 kilometers from Kathmandu to Soti Khola, soaking in raw mountain views.
Add the 14-kilometer Machha Khola leg, and you’re steps from the action.
Pick your time. Set your pace. Solo or with friends, this deal offers comfort and freedom.
Book now—your Manaslu journey starts here.
Includes & Excludes
What is included?
- Vehicle: Private 4×4 jeep
- Meet-Up: Your chosen Kathmandu spot
- Driver: Local expert, English-speaking
- Extras: Pre-trip briefing
What is not included?
- Permit- We can arrange through Alpine Luxury Treks Pvt Ltd
Trip Information
Trip Glance
This package puts you in a private jeep built for Nepal’s rough roads. At USD 200, the ride covers Kathmandu to Soti Khola.
For USD 50 extra, extend the trip from Soti Khola to Machha Khola. You decide when to roll.
You choose where to stop. No bus crowds—just your group and a skilled driver.
If you add it, the trip hits 126 kilometers to Soti Khola in 6-8 hours, plus 14 more to Machha Khola in 1-2 hours. Land fresh and trek-ready.
- Base Price: USD 200 (Kathmandu to Soti Khola)
- Add-On: USD 50 (Soti Khola to Machha Khola)
- Duration: 6-8 hours to Soti Khola; 1-2 hours extra to Machha Khola
- Capacity: Seats 6-7—split the cost with your crew
Kathmandu to Soti Khola Route
The jeep pulls out of Kathmandu on the Prithvi Highway. Pavement hums beneath you. Hills climb fast.
The Trishuli River glints past Malekhu. Villages roll by—kids wave, goats scatter.
At Arughat, 90 kilometers down, dirt takes over. The last 36 kilometers jolt you—valleys deepen, peaks sharpen.
The Budhi Gandaki River shines. Soti Khola marks your start.
- Distance: 126 km (78 miles)
- Time: 6-8 hours with breaks
- Sights: Trishuli rapids, Arughat bustle, valley drops
Road Realities
The highway starts wide and smooth. Past Arughat, it gets rugged.
Narrow tracks twist. Potholes bump. Gravel crunches. The jeep grips where buses slip.
Monsoon months—June to September—bring mud and landslides.
We check ahead. If rain blocks the way, we stop at Arughat.
You trek 6-7 hours to Soti Khola. Dry seasons—October to May—run cleaner. The driver picks the safest line.
- Best Time: October-November, March-May
- Rain Plan: Arughat drop if needed
Soti Khola to Machha Khola: Push Further
Why end at Soti Khola? Add USD 50, and the jeep takes 14 kilometers more to Machha Khola.
This extension cuts trek time, landing you closer to the Manaslu Circuit‘s core.
The ride saves your energy for the big climbs ahead.
The Stretch
The Soti Khola to Machha Khola ride hugs the Budhi Gandaki River.
Dirt paths wind through the forest. Rocks test the jeep’s bounce.
Ganesh Himal peeks out. Lububesi hits in 1-2 hours—10 kilometers down. Then you trek.
The trail starts easy. Streams splash underfoot. Fields glow green.
Machha Khola’s stone homes rise after 3-4 hours. You’re in deep now.
- Time: 1-2 hours jeep, 3-4 hours trek
- Views: River bends, forest walls, peak hints
Road and Trail Notes
Tracks to Lububesi stay rough. Monsoon mud slows us.
Dry months kick up dust. The jeep powers on. Past Lububesi, trails take over—firm but rocky. Steep spots test your step.
Small bridges span streams—boots might get wet.
The USD 50 saves strength for later.
- Challenge: Lububesi cutoff, trail rocks
- Tip: Light pack, grippy shoes
Permits
No permits tag along for the Kathmandu to Soti Khola or Soti Khola to Machha Khola jeep rides.
Trekking past Soti Khola needs them. We point you to Kathmandu offices for these:
- Manaslu Restricted Area Permit (RAP): USD 70-100 for restricted zones.
- Manaslu Conservation Area Permit (MCAP): USD 30, starts at Philim.
- Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP): USD 30 for the trek’s end.
Why Book This Package?
This Jeep deal gives you the upper hand. The USD 200 Kathmandu to Soti Khola ride skips bus hassles.
Add USD 50 for Soti Khola to Machha Khola, and you save trek hours. You pick the start. You choose the stops.
The driver knows Nepal’s roads are cold. Roll past wild scenery and land fresh.
Soti Khola’s village life and Machha Khola’s springs add kick.
It’s made for trekkers who want ease and control.
- Solo: Full jeep, complete freedom
- Group: Split it—USD 33 each for six
Prep for the Ride
Pack light—30L bag max. Layer up—fleece, rain jacket. Boots grip best. Bring cash—USD or rupees. Train a bit—walk 5 km weekly.
We brief you, but the trek tests you later. Hydrate. Rest up. You’re ready.
- Essentials: Boots, water, small pack
- Fitness: Light hikes pre-trip
Book Your Jeep Now
The Manaslu Circuit waits. This private jeep package—USD 200 to Soti Khola, USD 50 more to Machha Khola—gets you there.
No crowds. No rush. Just you, the road, and Nepal’s wild call. Contact Nepal Vehicle Hiring Pvt Ltd in Kathmandu. Pick your day.
We roll when you say. Your trek starts strong.
- Call: Our Kathmandu team
- Pay: USD 250 total for both legs
- Go: Adventure begins
Frequently Asked Question (FAQ’s)
The Kathmandu to Soti Khola trip takes 6-8 hours, covering 126 kilometers. Stops can stretch it—your call.
Add 1-2 hours for the 14-kilometer Soti Khola to Machha Khola leg. It’s USD 50 more to save trek time.
USD 200 gets you from Kathmandu to Soti Khola. Tack on USD 50 for Machha Khola. Split it with a group—six pay USD 33 each for the base ride.
Yes. You set the start. There is no fixed schedule—tell us when to roll from Kathmandu.
Monsoon mud might stop us at Arughat. You’d trek 6-7 hours to Soti Khola. We check conditions ahead.
It’s a 4×4—Toyota or Mahindra—built for rough roads. Seats 6-7, with a local driver who speaks English.
There are no permits for Kathmandu to Soti Khola or Soti Khola to Machha Khola. You’ll need them past Soti Khola for the trek—grab them in Kathmandu.
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