Manaslu Expedition
- 38 Days
Adult
Description
Duration
38 Days
Group Size
1-10+
Manaslu Expedition Overview
Mount Manaslu is the eighth highest peak in the world. Its name means "the mountain of the spirit," promising not only an unbelievable adventure but also an eye-opening experience. This trek is not an easy one – both physically and spiritually. We recommend it to skilled climbers who want to prepare for the Mount Everest ascent. Make sure you have Cho Oyu and Shishapangma under your belt before you Climb Manaslu. The routes to its summit lie through the long ridges and broad glacier valleys. There are six ways to ascent Manaslu, and the South Face is the most challenging for Manaslu Climb.
Included
- To ensure your safety and provide a smooth arrival experience, Asian Adventures offers complimentary airport pick-up and drop-off services for both international and domestic arrivals and departures.
- Representatives of Asian Adventures will be waiting for you at the airport with an Asian Adventures banner and your name placard for easy identification. The representative will also carry an official company ID card for verification.
- According to the trekking package itinerary, Asian Adventures arranges three nights of accommodation in Kathmandu in your selected hotel category, ranging from tourist-standard to five-star hotels.
- Asian Adventures provides experienced, government-authorized (licensed) high-altitude trekking guides throughout the trekking period.
- Surface transportation required during the trek and in major cities, as specified in the itinerary, is included.
- As per the itinerary, Asian Adventures arranges regular domestic flight tickets from Kathmandu to Lukla and Lukla to Kathmandu for trekking members and guides.
- During the trek, Asian Adventures provides comfortable accommodation in carefully selected tea houses (excluding chain hotels).
- Most lunches are taken along the trekking route, while breakfast and dinner are served at the tea house where you stay overnight. Asian Adventures provides clean and freshly prepared breakfast, lunch, and dinner, along with tea or coffee, from the tea house menu throughout the trek.
- To ensure your comfort and protection from cold weather, we provide clean and warm down jackets and sleeping bags during the trek.
- Asian Adventures allows up to 15 kg of personal trekking equipment per person, carried by porters, yaks, or mules during the trekking period.
- Since Everest Base Camp lies within the Sagarmatha National Park area, Asian Adventures provides all required national park permits.
- The Trekkers' Information Management System (TIMS) permit is mandatory for trekking in the Everest region. Asian Adventures arranges this permit for all trekkers.
- First-aid medical kits are provided for both trekkers and staff to ensure health and safety during the journey.
- Communication is an important safety factor in remote Himalayan regions. Therefore, Asian Adventures equips trekking guides with satellite phones for emergency situations.
- During your trek, Asian Adventures ensures clean, nutritious, and freshly prepared meals at tea houses.
- The quoted package price includes all official service charges, government fees, taxes, and VAT. There are no hidden costs beyond the stated price.
- Before departing Kathmandu, we invite you to join us for a farewell dinner at a traditional Nepali restaurant with a cultural performance. This provides a wonderful opportunity to experience Nepali culture and traditions.
- As a souvenir of your Himalayan adventure, Asian Adventures will present you with an Asian Adventures T-shirt, Pashmina, and company brochure before your departure.
Excluded
- Kathmandu offers a wide variety of high-quality restaurants serving Nepali and international cuisine. Therefore, lunch and dinner in Kathmandu (except the farewell dinner provided by Asian Adventures) are not included in the package cost and must be arranged by the client.
- Personal expenses such as snacks, packed foods, chocolates, energy bars, mineral water, soft drinks, energy drinks, alcoholic beverages, and cigarettes during the trek are not included. These items can be purchased individually according to personal preference.
- Expenses related to personal trekking equipment, laundry services, gratuities (tips), telephone calls, mobile services, internet usage, walkie-talkies, satellite phone usage, and other personal communication services are not included in the package.
- Trekking in the Himalayas is an adventurous activity conducted in remote mountain regions. For your safety, all participants must obtain comprehensive travel insurance before arriving in Nepal. The insurance policy should cover emergency helicopter evacuation, medical treatment, hospitalization, and other related expenses.
- International airfare to and from Nepal and the Nepal tourist visa fee are not included in the package cost and must be arranged by the traveler.
- Any additional expenses arising from unforeseen circumstances beyond our control, including natural disasters, adverse weather conditions, landslides, political disturbances, strikes, flight delays or cancellations, and changes in government regulations, are not included in the package cost.
- Costs associated with additional staff or services requested beyond those specified in the package are not included and will be charged separately.
- Any services not specifically listed under the "Package Includes" section will be considered additional services and will incur extra charges.
- Tipping is not included in the package price. Tipping guides, porters, and support staff is a customary practice in Nepal's trekking industry and is greatly appreciated as recognition of their hard work and service. The amount is entirely at the discretion of the client.
Travel Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrival in Kathmandu Airport and transfer to hotel (1350m/ 4430ft)
Arrival at Kathmandu airport. Transfer to request category hotel; accommodation in Kathmandu (1350m/4,430ft)
Day 2 - Preparation in Kathmandu with briefings, shopping, and formalities
Preparation and Briefings at Departments of Tourism, last minute shopping.
Day 3 - Drive from Kathmandu to Besisahar (823m/ 2,700ft, 6-7hrs).
Drive from Kathmandu to Besisahar (823m/27,000ft) 8hrs. Lodge accommodation.
Day 4 - Drive from Besisahar to Dharapani (1,860m/ 6,102ft, 5-6hrs).
Drive from Besisahar to Dharapani (1,860m / 6,102ft, 5-6 hrs). Tea house/camping
Day 5 - Trek from Dharapani to Gowa (2,510m/ 8,235ft, 5-6hrs).
Trek from Dharapani to Gowa (2,510m / 8,235ft, 5-6 hrs). Tea house/camping
Day 6 - Trek from Gowa to Bhimthang (3,590m/ 11,778ft, 5-6hrs).
Trek from Gowa to Bhimthang (3,590m / 11,778ft, 5-6 hrs). Tea house/ camping
Day 7 - Rest and acclimatization day at Bhimthang (3,590m/ 11,778ft).
Rest and acclimatization day at Bhimthang (3,590m / 11,778ft). Tea house/ camping
Day 8 - Trek to Dharamsala (4,460m/ 14,632ft) via Larkya La Pass (5,106m/ 16,752ft, 8-10hrs).
Trek from Bhimthang to Dharamsala (4,460m / 14,632ft) via Larkya La Pass (5,106m / 16,752ft, 8-10 hrs). Tea house/ camping
Day 9 - Trek from Dharamsala to Sama Gaon (3,520m/ 11,549ft, 5-6 hrs).
Trek from Dharamsala to Sama Gaon (3,520m / 11,549ft, 5-6 hrs). Tea house/ camping.
Day 10 - Rest and acclimatization day at Sama Gaon (3,520m/ 11,549ft).
Rest and acclimatization day at Sama Gaon (3,520m / 11,549ft). Tea house/ camping
Day 11 - Trek from Sama Gaon to Manaslu Base Camp (4,800m/ 15,748ft, 4-5 hrs).
Trek from Sama Gaon to Manaslu Base Camp (4,800m / 15,748ft, 4-5 hrs). Camping
Day 12-33 - Climbing period for Mt. Manaslu (8,163m/ 26,781ft).
Climbing period for Mt. Manaslu (8,163m / 26,781ft). Camping
Day 34 - Trek from Manaslu Base Camp to Sama Gaon (3,520m/ 11,549ft, 4-5 hrs).
Trek from Manaslu Base Camp to Sama Gaon (3,520m/ 11,549ft, 4-5 hrs).
Day 35-36 - Helicopter flight to Machha Khola/ Arkhet and drive to Kathmandu (7hrs drive).
Helicopter flight from Sama Gaon to Machha Khola/Arkhet and drive back to Kathmandu (7hrs drive).
Day 37 - Leisure day in Kathmandu and cultural dinner in evening before departure.
Free day, relax and shop in Kathmandu. Farewell celebration dinner with cultural program in the evening.
Day 38 - Final Departure
Drop at the airport for final departure. (service: Airport drop service )
Maps
Frequently Asked Questions
Climbing Mount Manaslu is an extreme adventure – not something to attempt without prior climbing experience. If you haven’t already climbed other 7,000 m or 8,000 m peaks, it’s wise to build up your skills and fitness first. Manaslu is moderately technical mountain with PD+ to AD (Alpine grading)and carries significant objective dangers. Mt. Manaslu is regarded as one of the deadliest 8,000ers due to terrain and avalanches.
Before you plan an expedition, ask yourself some honest questions: Am I physically fit enough? Do I have the technical skills to handle the terrain and conditions I’ll face? Am I mentally and emotionally prepared for the stresses of a high-altitude expedition?
Climbers may choose the Mount Everest expedition for fame that comes with standing on the highest point on Earth. In contrast, an expedition to Mount Manaslu is a journey of self-discovery and something profoundly personal. Climbing Manaslu is not about commercial success, but about true mountaineering and tests competence not endurance.
Manaslu is a good preparation peak for Mt. Everest, Mt. K2, or Mt. Dhaulagiri and also climbed by those who want to climb all fourteen 8,000ers climb Manaslu.
If a Sherpa guide gets sick or is unable to continue at any point during the expedition, we will immediately replace him/them with one of the additional Sherpa guide(s) in the team. We also maintain a pool of highly experienced backup Sherpa guides who can step in at any time. This ensures that each climber continues to receive personalized 1:1 support during the summit attempt.
Even in the case that an issue arises during the summit push, the expedition leader can act as your personal climbing Sherpa guide. This is the main reason why we always include 1-2 additional Sherpa guides beyond the number required, to ensure safety, support, and flexibility throughout the expedition.
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