Trip Type
Mountaineering
Difficulty
Very Severe
SKILLS PROFILE
No Requirements
ACCOMMODATION
Tea House
DESTINATION
Nepal
Start / End Point
Sotikhola / Tilje
Region
Manaslu Region Treks
Duration
50 days
Elevation
8156 M
Seasons
Sep-Nov
Group Size
2 - 7
Popularity
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| GUARANTEED DEPARTURES | PRICE | AVAILABILITY | |
| Aug 2, 2025 - Sep 20, 2025 | $14500 | High | |
| Sep 24, 2025 - Nov 12, 2025 | $14500 | High | |
| Mar 8, 2026 - Apr 26, 2026 | $16500 | High | |
| May 2, 2026 - Jun 20, 2026 | $16500 | High | |
| Aug 1, 2026 - Sep 19, 2026 | $16500 | High |
Trek Highlights
- Manaslu was first climbed on May 9, 1956, by Toshi Imanishi and Gyalzen Norbu, members of a Japanese Expedition.
- Just as the British consider "Everest" their mountain, Manaslu has always been a Japanese mountain.
- Unlike many other regions, this valley is a sanctuary to many highly endangered animals, including snow leopards and pandas as well as unique floras and faunas.
- The region is rich in the unique cultures and traditions of Tibetan Villages and also rich in Mani walls, Monasteries and prayer flags.
- The principal peaks we will see on this first part of our trek are Himal Chuli, Cheo Himal, and Himlung Himal.
- The region is rich in eco-diversity and also includes 19 types of forests and other forms of dominant vegetation.
Why This Trip ?
Manaslu Expedition proffers its trekkers a lifetime experience of deep satisfaction that includes the beautiful memories of Himalayan views, unique floras, and faunas, endangered animals which also includes snow leopards and pandas, glacier climbing a steep section of snow and ice, Mani walls, Buddhist monasteries, and prayer flags, alluring landscapes along with the interesting nature of Nepal.
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Short Itinerary
Day
1
Arrival in Kathmandu
Day
2
Final Preparation
Day
3
Drive to Arughat
Day
4
Trek to Macchakhola
Day
5
Trek to Jagat
Day
6
Trek to Bhi Phedi
Day
7
Trek to Namrung
Day
8
Trek to Syala
Day
9
Trek to Sama Gompa
Day
10
Acclimatization
Day
11
Acclimatization
Day
12
Trek to Manaslu Base Camp
Day
13
Day 13 -41 (climbing period)
Day
42
Celebration at Sama Gaon
Day
43
Trek to Samdo
Day
44
Trek to Dharamsala
Day
45
Trek to Bhimtang
Day
46
Trek to Tilije
Day
47
Drive to Besi Sahar
Day
48
Drive to Kathmandu
Day
49
Kathmandu Sightseeing
Day
50
Departure
Comprehensive Trek Guide
Situated at the edge of one of the most secluded Himalayan valleys in the central-western Nepal Himalaya's Kali Gandaki valley 40 miles east of Annapurna, Manaslu is the world's eighth-highest mountain.
Manaslu expedition offers an alternative to Cho Oyu for those who want to climb a more varied and challenging 8,000. Manaslu's long ridges and valley glaciers provide feasible approaches from all directions culminating in a peak that towers steeply above its surrounding landscape. At least six different routes to Manaslu exist today of which the south face is the toughest in climbing history. The first attempt at Manaslu was made in 1953 by a Japanese team from the Budhi Gandaki Valley, however, the first ascent was made only in 1956.
This area has always had relatively few trekkers compared to other more popular regions of Annapurna and Khumbu region. Together with the stunning scenery around Manaslu, this trip is one of the classic yet unspoiled trekking adventures in the Himalayas. It extends from the crop cultivation area to the area permanently covered with snow and ice; hence it looks like a serrated wall of snow and ice hanging in the sky.
The mountain’s long ridges and valley glaciers offer feasible approaches from all directions and culminate in an Expedition that towers steeply above its surrounding landscape and is a dominant feature when viewed from afar. Manaslu Mountain is not for the debutantes; this expedition, demands a high level of climbing proficiency on steep, exposed, and technical skill and altitude experience of 7000 m. 5+ rock and Ice climbing experience, capable of 6/7 hour walk a day and for the Summit day 8/10 hours walk.
The climbing route follows a relatively straight line to the summit, which has few technical sections. Normally, four camps are set up during Manaslu climbing. A few stretches of steep climbing and crevasses from Camp I to Camp II. Slippery snow climbing is required from Camp II to Camp III. Possibility of avalanches from Camp III to Camp IV.
Itinerary
Day1
Arrival in Kathmandu
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel
After you arrive at Kathmandu Airport, our representative will already be there to pick you up from the airport to the hotel without any problems. In the evening, we will discuss the detailed itinerary of the whole trip, trekking permits, and TIMS.
Day2
Final Preparation
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel
We have the whole day to prepare fully for our journey to the Himalayas. We have enough time to shop and also the formalities are done today. The briefing and final preparation are done.
Day3
Drive to Arughat
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge
In the morning, we gear up for adventure waiting for us. We take Jeep and drive all the way to Arughat. From Arughat, we pass through Hydroelectricity Project, well-cultivated rice/millet fields until Maltar. After a certain walk, Buri Gandaki Valley appears with the narrow and steep trail crossing through Arkhet Khola and finally reach Soti Khola where we stay for the night;
Day4
Trek to Macchakhola
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse
After walking for a short from Soti Khola, we reach Labu Besi (a Gurung Village). We rest there and explore the place for a while and continue our further journey to Machha Khola (900m) from where we can access the area of Ganesh Himal where we stay for that night;
Day5
Trek to Jagat
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse
Leaving Machha Khola and passing through Khola Besi, we reach a hot spring called Tatopani. Here we can relax for some time and continue our trek to Jagat (1410m ) following the deep forest then reaching Dovan, below which flows the massive Budi Gandaki. As the elevation increases, the rapids and the scenery undergoes a complete transformation. We rest at Jagat after reaching there;
Day6
Trek to Bhi Phedi
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse
On the sixth day, we make mind for Bhi Phedi. After ascending to a terraced hill of Saguleri with the alluring view of Sringi Himal (7,177m), we continue toward Sirish Gaon. Gandaki Valley narrows from here. After ascends and descends walk from Sirish Gaun, finally we reach Bhi Phedi. We stay at Bhi Phedi and rest there for that night.
Day7
Trek to Namrung
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse
The trails from Bhi Phedi crosses Buri Gandaki to the south and cross the forest. After crossing the wooden bridge over Budhi Gandaki, we follow the path lined with houses that are interspersed with cultivated fields. At Namrung, there is a police check post again. We cross through that point and walk through the village trail and reach Namrung which is the endpoint for today;
Day8
Trek to Syala
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse
From Namrung, we depart for the scenic village of Syala. Syala is a beautiful village that offers a 360-degree view of Panorama. The trail to Syala is beautiful with the scenic views of natural landscapes and unique village of the area. After some hours of walk, we reach Syala and rest there;
Day9
Trek to Sama Gompa
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse
We wake up early in the morning to see the beautiful sunrise view from Syala. After our morning breakfast, we leave behind Syala and move forward for our today's destination; Sama Gompa. The trail to Sama Gompa is beautiful with its natural beauty along with the Buddhist Gompas and Monasteries. We stay at Sama Gompa tonight;
Day10
Acclimatization
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse
Today is the acclimatization day so we do not have to walk further on this day. We rest at Sama Gompa and roam around the place to get our bodies used to be in higher altitude with thin air. Acclimatization is the key for success trek so today, we rest there for our good trek further.
Day11
Acclimatization
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Accommodation: Tea House
Meanwhile, we are acclimatizing our bodies we explore the nearby places. We hike up to Pung Gyen Gumba situated beneath the east face of Manaslu. Alternatively, we can relax and make exploration around the busy village and Gompas of Samagaon;
Day12
Trek to Manaslu Base Camp
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Accommodation: Camping
Today, our trail transverse through glacier moraine and beautiful glacial 'Birendra Lake'. The lake is situated at the foot of the glacier which reflects the beauty of the Manaslu through the reflection. Our Sherpa crew will go in advance to set up campsite at the Base Camp;
Day13
Day 13 -41 (climbing period)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner,
Accommodation: Camping
From today, our actual climbing period starts. These climbing days includes trekking and acclimatizing activity that together makes our climbing successful. We cross through different Campsites and finally reach the summit of Mount Manaslu after our great effort. We are then left behind with the spectacular views of Nepal landscapes and the alluring panoramic views of Nepal Himalayas. After we surmount Mount Manaslu, we then descend back to the Base Camp;
Day42
Celebration at Sama Gaon
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse
After conquering the summit of Majestic Manaslu, we return back to Sama Gompa. Making a relaxed start, we begin to retrace our steps on the same trail that descends through the glacier moraine. We trek back to reach Sama Gaon for spending our overnight. In the evening, we celebrate with our team;
Day43
Trek to Samdo
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse
From Sama Gompa, we head towards Samdo via Kargyu Chholing Gompa and pass through different rivers, juniper and deep forest and stone huts of Kermo Kharka. From Kemo Kharka, trail gets rough as we cross through Buri Gandaki and after a long walk, we reach Samdo (3860m). We rest there at Samdo this night;
Day44
Trek to Dharamsala
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse
Today, we descend on the wide trail from Samdo passing through many fields, rivers and reach Dharmsala(4470m) which is our ending point for this day. We stay at Dharmashala tonight;
Day45
Trek to Bhimtang
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge
Today, the trail is going to be gentle climb beside a moraine. The trail becomes rough and indistinct as it crosses through a moraine to the south steep & grassy slope. We cross through the Larke Pass (5213 m) and reach Tauhuche. Later, we head towards Bhimtang to spend the night.
Day46
Trek to Tilije
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse
The trail drops from Bimtang and crosses the glacier stream. After climbing over the glacier, we enter rhododendron forest to reach Hompuk (3430m). We pass through Karache, Gho and finally reach Tilije( 2300m) to spend our night;
Day47
Drive to Besi Sahar
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel
We now end our trekking session and hop onto the jeep and move towards Besi Sahar of Lamjung. After reaching Besi Sahar, we fresh up and rest there at Besi Sahar;
Day48
Drive to Kathmandu
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel
From Besi Sahar, we head back to Kathmandu which will take us about 6-7 hours of drive. We pass through Trishuli River and picturesque villages on the way to Kathmandu. We stay at the same hotel in Kathmandu;
Day49
Kathmandu Sightseeing
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel
We have our further trip to roam around Kathmandu valley. Our city guide will take you to the important places within the Kathmandu Valley for sightseeing. You’ll be acquainted with historical &cultural places as well as the Hindu and Buddhist shrines including Swoyambhunath Temple, Boudhanath Temple, Durbar Squares inside the Valley, Pashupatinath Temple and other important temples and monuments. We return back to the hotel after our city tour and fresh up and rest there at the hotel
Day50
Departure
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation:
This is the last day of the entire trip. Our representative will escort you to the airport 3hrs prior to the departure
What's Included
- Airport transfers;
- Standard/Deluxe rooms on twin sharing in Kathmandu on a B/B basis;
- One day sightseeing in Kathmandu (Swayambhunath, Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, and Durbar Square);
- Local English-speaking guide;
- Necessary staff including experienced guide and porters (2:1) during the trekking and climbing;
- All trekking and camping equipment like camp furniture, kitchenware, dining tents, guest tents, etc
- 3 meals a day (Breakfasts, Lunch, and Dinners with tea or coffee) along with available accommodation at a Hotel/Lodge/Guest Houses or tents for members and staff during trek and climbing on a sharing basis
- Per person 30 kg baggage allowance during trekking-up carrying by porter and 20 kg baggage allowance while returning from Base Camp after climbing the peak
- Trekking permit and local permit
- Climbing permit for Manaslu Expedition;
- Oxygen bottles for climber and sherpa with mask and regulator;
- Experienced Sherpa guide;
- Required experienced, trained and government-licensed climbing guide(s) during the climbing period as per the size of the group
- All wages, equipment, medical and accidental Insurance for all involved staff
- First aid medical kits for the group and the staff;
- Appropriate food for high altitude and all climbing crew at base camp and above as required;
- Required fixed and dynamic rope during the climbing period;
- All necessary paper works, office service charges, and Government Taxes levied in Nepal
- Complete pre-departure information, flight ticket reconfirmation, and visa extension procedure services (if necessary)
What's not Included
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu;
- Travel and rescue insurance;
- International flights, visa fee;
- Personal climbing equipment;
- All kinds of personal expenses;
- Icefall fees garbage deposit (sharing with another member) if applicable;
- Wakie talkies & filming permit;
- Any other expenses which are not mentioned in 'Price Includes' section;
- Personal climbing guide if requested;
- Optional trips and sightseeing if extended;
- Tips for guides and porters (it’s encouraged to tip);
- Excess baggage charges (if you have more than 15 kg of luggage, a cargo charge is around $1.5 per kg).
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Frequently Asked Question
1. Will somebody come to pick me up at the airport upon arrival
Yes, our representative will be there to receive you at the airport and you will be directly transferred to your hotel.
2. Is there an Orientation program
Yes, we will invite you for dinner in a cultural restaurant on the night of your arrival for briefing the itinerary and small orientation program will be held by the tour leader and guides before we embark on our adventure.
3. What is the overnight accommodation like
For nights in cities, we use standard/superior standard/deluxe rooms whereas, during the trek we use lodges/tea houses/guesthouses/home stay for our clients, whatever is available and accessible. We also arrange sleeping bags for our clients, as per their request.
4. How big are the groups
We believe in operating small intimate group to provide personal attention and services to our guests. Small groups can enjoy the trek hassle free and enjoy the customized trip according to their need and suitability. We do not incorporate more than 14 People in a group, unless we get special requests from our clients.
5. How do you rate the difficulty for this mountain, on a scale of 1 to 10, compared to other over 8000 m high mountains
This is certainly one of the highest mountains in the world. In terms of technical difficulty, we'd rate 'Manaslu' as 8.
6. Who can climb Manaslu
Only mountaineers who have adept mountaineering skills, adequate strength and previous experience in high mountains can climb this mountain.
7. What about security during climbing
We make sure to take security measures during climbing to make your expedition successful. We hire experienced and authorized guides/Sherpa's to safeguard your life in the mountains. We strongly recommend that you follow the guide’s instruction with utmost care.
8. What sort of food can I expect during this expedition
During Camping, our expert Camping cooks prepare a wide range of delicious meals empowering you with enough strength for your strenuous climbing. All the cooking materials will be carried by our porters.
9. Can we get drinking water during climbing
Yes, you will get purified, filtered water in many tea houses. You can also get a hot water during camping.
10. What mode of transportation do you use
We use a private vehicle for sightseeing inside Kathmandu Valley. And we Jeep, bus, car whatever suitable to transfer Arughat and come back to Kathmandu from Besi Sahar.
11. What is the best season for Mount Manaslu expedition
August to November and March to May are two climbing season in Nepal.
12. Will I be taken care of during emergency
Before coming to Nepal, make sure that you are totally insured. In case of emergencies, like altitude sickness, dehydration or any medical conditions, let your Guide know about your problem and subsequently, as soon as we are informed of a situation, we'll send a emergency helicopter rescue team. You will be transferred to the hospital for the treatment.
13. What are the appropriate outfits we should possess
Climbing is a hard and tiresome activity that requires a lot of physical movement so pack your active wears and trekking pants for at lower altitudes. Weather at high altitude is unpredictable, so carry a lightweight waterproof jacket along with thick down jacket, pant and thermal inner wear to escape the severe cold. Needless to say that, Good shoes are very important for climbing in rough and snowy terrain, so invest in good quality shoes or rent it from us at a minimum price. For mountaineering, you will require special clothes that can be bought or hired from us.
14. Is it possible to alternate or change the day trips
Most of the times, not. But in emergency cases, yes. Still, We customize the trip according to your preference, but if you need to change plan during the trek consult the guide and company.
15. How long will it take to complete the expedition
It will take almost 2 months to climb it and to return only a few days, so to complete this mountaineering you need at least 60 to 70 days in total, to finish this trip.
16. Are your Sherpas reliable and certified
Yes, Our Sherpa's are trekking experts and also authorized license holders from Nepal Government. The Sherpas know the climbing route like the back of their hand and use their expertise in ensuring your safety in the mountains.
17. Do I need climbing permit
Yes, you need climbing permit. It's not legal to climb without it.
18. Is there any possibility of telephonic - communication while we are on this expedition
Yes, for the first few days, it's possible to have telephonic communication. In some villages, you can make local and international calls from telephone provided by the guesthouse owner after paying the price directly. For higher altitude climbing, we usually have satellite phones with our Sherpa's.
19. Can I add extra days to my trip
If you need extra day to complete the trekking, you'll need to inform the guide in advance and the guide will let the company know. Adding a day to trekking can result in many changes in other arrangements such as transportation, guides' schedule, flight details, hotel bookings and all, so we really don't recommend this to our clients unless there's an emergency cases. But it's true that those changes could be made but it will cost extra. The best way to do it is to inform the agent company about it.
20. What immunizations will I need
Before coming to Nepal make sure you are covered for diphtheria & TB, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, malaria, typhoid, polio and tetanus. Make sure you are in best shape to complete the trekking without any complications.
21. How will my booking be processed
To confirm your booking, a deposit of 15% of total trip amount is required if you are booking at least a year in advance before trip departure date. If booking is made between 100-364 days before the trip departure, you'll need to pay 20% to confirm the trip. If payment is made between 99-60 days, 25% of the total trip amount will need to be paid and if booked between 59-30 days, 50% of the total trip amount needs to be paid and finally, if you are booking 29 days prior to trip departure, then 100% payment should be made. The payments can be easily made by the bank transfer. The due balance is payable on arrival in Kathmandu with cash (preferably USD/EURO) or card on POS/credit card machine. Please note that non refundable fee is 10% or $200 whichever is greater.
22. Can we use the credit card during the climbing
No, you cannot use the credit card during the climbing. you have to exchange the money in Nepali Rupees before you start the trip. You can use credit card only in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
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