Where is Manaslu Trek located?

Manaslu Trek is one of the closest trekking trails from the main city of Kathmandu, which leads us to the base of Mt. Manaslu (8153 meters). Manaslu trek borders with Annapurna Conservation Area to the west and Tibet to the east and north. Above all Manaslu Trek is to the north of Nepal boarding with Tibet.

How long is Manaslu Circuit Trek?

Manaslu Circuit Trek can be customized according to the time-limit and interest of any traveler; this can be from a 10-14 days trek to make a circuit around the Manaslu region.

What is the altitude of Manaslu Circuit trek?

Manaslu Circuit Trek which can be from 10-14 days will take us to the elevation of 5106 meters which is Larke La Pass but the highest overnight stay will be Dharamsala 4460 meters. This makes trekkers explore above 5000 meters of the Himalayas, without any altitude difficulty.

Can solo trekkers do Manaslu Circuit Trek?

Manaslu region is a restricted area in Nepal, this makes trekkers take special permits of the restricted area. Further, solo trekkers are forbidden to trek Manaslu, a minimum of two trekkers and government registered trekking guide is mandatory for Manaslu Circuit Trek.

How difficult is Manaslu Circuit trek?

Manaslu Circuit Trek is one of the popular off-the-beaten trekking trails in the restricted foothill of Mt. Manaslu (8153m). Manaslu Circuit Trek is a moderately challenging trek will less crowd but trekkers need to be physically and mentally fit for this trek.

Is Manaslu Circuit trek dangerous?

Manaslu Circuit trek is an exciting journey into the foothill of Mt. Manaslu, which is also a restricted area, where minimum of two trekkers are required to obtain a special permit to trek the Manaslu area. It is an off-the-beaten trail where fewer trekkers try to take challenges to complete the Manaslu Circuit not because of its difficulty but because of its remoteness into the Manaslu region.

Do I need special permit for Manaslu Circuit trek?

Manaslu is a restricted area in Nepal, which means trekkers can trek through special restricted permit along with ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Permits) and MCAP (Manaslu Conservation Area Permit) permits

How much does it for Manaslu Circuit trek?

Manaslu Circuit trek price varies on the trekking point, number of days, the season of the year, and also the best services available. The nominal price for the Manaslu Circuit trek starts from 1200 USD to 1800 USD.

What are the highlights of Manaslu Circuit trek?

Manaslu Circuit Trek will lead us to the jaw-dropping beauty of the remote Himalayas of Nepal. As the trail is less crowded because of restriction for trekkers, the Manaslu trail is rich in vegetation, flora and fauna, rivers, waterfalls along with numerous monasteries, and also welcoming and friendly local Sherpa community.

When is the best time for Manaslu Circuit trek?

Manaslu Circuit Trek can be accomplished throughout the year because of low altitude and moderate trekking trails. Every season of the year has its own value and beauty but to speak the truth September, October and November is regarded as the best time of the year for Manaslu trek because during this time of year the weather remains crystal clear with blue sky and the temperature neither too hot nor too cool, making the best for trekkers to accomplish the Larke La Pass (5123m) where the snow remains stable to make the trail easy going.

What is the distance of Manaslu Circuit trek?

The distance of Manaslu Circuit Trek differs from the itinerary, which is the starting point and the ending point which trekkers want to prefer. Normally, the distance to accomplish Manaslu Circuit Trek will be 180 km (112 miles).

Budget Manaslu Circuit Trek, Itinerary and Cost 2024-2025

Budget Manaslu Circuit Trek is a unique off-the-beaten trail into the forbidden land of Nepal. This will be a sensational journey to the highest pass of Larkey La (5,123M) and to the base of the 8th tallest mountain in the worldMt. Manaslu (8153M/26749ft) which is one of the famous trekking destinations of the Manaslu region. Budget Manaslu Circuit Trek is a challenging adventure for those who prefer challenges on the ultimate off-the-beaten trail.

Budget Manaslu Circuit Trek is an adventurous and challenging off-the-beaten trek in the sense that fewer trekkers dare to go because it is a restricted area/ protected area, due to its remoteness and the border with Tibet.

This trek is untouched by modernity, however, the history of the Manaslu region is as old as the history of Nepal which will lead you to one of the ancient trade routes of Tibet and also the highest pass of the region Larke La Pass (5,123M/ 16,807Ft).

Officially opened for trekkers in 1992, the Manaslu region has its uniqueness and provision to follow. However, single trekkers are forbidden to enter the Manaslu region due to safety and security reasons.

Manaslu region offers a unique opportunity for trekkers to view the untouched trekking trail of Nepal. Mixed with culture and nature, the Manaslu trek offers variation in terms of view, mixed with the Indo-Aryan settlement at the beginning of the trail will lead you to Tibetan–Burmese settlement at a higher elevation, this diversification can only be seen in the Manaslu Trail.

Furthermore, the trail starts from the lush green forest to the dry Tibetan plateau inhabitants of Brahmin and Chettri in the low land to Rai, Limbu, Gurung, Tamang, and Sherpa communities in the highland making it a rewarding trail of the Manaslu region.

In addition to other trekking trails, Manaslu (8153M/26749Ft) is becoming popular among trekkers, as the region has a variety of treks to offer and trekkers, there is always a choice to choose from; as Manaslu hike will take you to two popular regions of Nepal i.e. Annapurna and Manaslu region.

Mt. Manaslu is one of the 8th tallest mountains and offers a variety of flora and fauna along with three eight-thousander Himalayas i.e. Annapurna, Manaslu, and Dhaulagiri.

The main attraction of this trail is nature and culture, mainly mixed with Hinduism and Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism. The praying flag hanging all the way, the Mani (praying wheel), and the Monastery are the center of attraction.

Above all, trekkers can arrange some time to explore the Manaslu Base Camp, which is something trekkers always dreamt of. So for trekkers practicing meditation and spiritualism will be an extra asset at the base of Mt. Manaslu and also the surrounding monasteries of the trail.

Furthermore, a conversation with the monk at the Samagaun monastery will help you learn more about the age-old customs, practices, and religion of the area.

Not only religion but the Manaslu region offers its richness in culture and bio-diversity, so for trekkers, this will be a research-based and photogenic trek without being disturbed by a crowd of trekkers throughout the trail along with Larkey La pass hike and Manaslu Base Camp hike.

Discover Altitude has a specially designed Budget Manaslu Circuit Trek Itinerary with frequent field visits by our professional staff to make sure the program goes according to the itinerary mentioned below.

For the convenience of our client minute detailed itinerary, price, highlights, pictures, and the map have been provided. As it is a medium trek below the Himalayas, trekkers can visit this trail every season of the year.

Regarding Budget Manaslu Circuit Trek Price, it varies from the number of days and several trekkers and also from the starting point/ending point. The itinerary can be customized according to the limitations of your time and interest.

Still need some changes in the number of days, we do have another itinerary for fit trekkers to accomplish the Manaslu Trek in just 10 Days. However, make sure you can hike longer and need to be a bit fit for that follow Short Manaslu Circuit Trek to check our most demanded package for Manaslu Trek.

Moreover, for additional support to our trekkers, we have well-documented details about the entire tips for Manaslu Trek that guide you throughout the trek and can work accordingly, please read the blog A Complete Guide to Manaslu Circuit Trek.

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Start DateStart: SaturdayOctober 19, 2024	End DateEnd: WednesdayOctober 30, 2024	StatusGuaranteed	PriceUS$695
Start DateStart: ThursdayOctober 24, 2024	End DateEnd: MondayNovember 04, 2024	StatusGuaranteed	PriceUS$695
Start DateStart: WednesdayOctober 30, 2024	End DateEnd: SundayNovember 10, 2024	StatusGuaranteed	PriceUS$695

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If you want to experience true, kind Nepali hospitality and a great trek, don’t look for another agency.

I had the incredible opportunity to complete 4 different treks with Discover Altitude: Three Passes, ABC, Annapurna Circuit and Langtang. Each time, the experience exceeded my expectations! The owners, Kumar and Santosh, along with their guides are exceptionally professional, knowledgeable and attentive to every detail. Everything was very well planned for all treks, and I felt safe even at the highest altitudes, thanks to their friendly and supportive guides.

There are many agencies to choose from, and I visited many, but when I met Kumar and Santosh the quality of their personalities quickly became evident. They treated me as a friend they genuinely wanted to support, not just a client, caring only about the money. Even if I hadn’t signed up, they would have treated me the same, not as potential or lost business. This authenticity is why I chose them! This was the only agency where I had that gut feeling, which turned out to be correct. They always went the extra mile. Before each trek, they spent a lot of time going through all the details with me to ensure I had everything I needed and was ready to go. They also checked up on me along the way. During all these times, they truly became my friends!

If you want to experience true, kind Nepali hospitality and a great trek, don’t look for another agency. They are also very competitively priced for both solo and group trips! I cannot recommend them highly enough!

Mustang - Kagbeni, Muktinath 6-day tour

We chose a 6-day course that tours Kagbeni and Muktinath, the gateway to Mustang from Kathmandu. It takes 3 days to actually walk, so it's a safe course even for beginners.

Fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara. Fly from Pokhara to Jomsom (30-minute flight), then hike 3 hours to Kagbeni. Hike 5-6 hours to Muktinath. Return to Jomsom via a different route. Take a lunch break at Rupna on the way. Fly to Pokhara. Fly back to Kathmandu.

It was late May before the rainy season, but we were blessed with clear skies and were able to see the beautiful mountain ranges of Nilgiri and Annapurna. The desolate landscape of Mustang was very beautiful, and it was a very interesting experience to get a glimpse of the life of the villagers in Kagbeni.

It was quite hot during the daytime walks in late May. Short sleeves are fine. If you don't want to get sunburned, wear thin long sleeves. Since it gets cold in the mornings and evenings in Muktinath, I wore a light down jacket, but if you layer up a warm long sleeve jacket, you can wear a hiking jacket instead of a down jacket.

Our trekking guide, Amar, was very kind and not only guided us on hiking but also carefully explained the history and people's lives. (In English) He always took care to make the trek comfortable, and the walking pace was adjusted to suit our physical strength, so we were able to enjoy it without any strain.

Kumar handled advance reservations and questions, and he responded to emails very quickly. After arriving in Kathmandu, I visited the office and Kumar gave me a brief explanation of the schedule. In Kathmandu, Santosh handled my communications and accompanied me to the transfer between the hotel and the airport. Both of them were cheerful and kind.
During the tour, I asked to change my plan to stay in Pokhara for two nights after the trek (of course, the additional hotel fee was at my own expense), and I am grateful that he quickly and readily responded to my request, such as changing my flight on the return trip.

A short walk from Jomsom to Muktinath.

We had great dealings with Kumar and the team at Discover Altitude. Kumar was our initial contact, and Santosh was our day to day contact on-the-ground. Their communication was great, and everything went smoothly.

Before departing for Nepal, we emailed Kumar about what we had in mind, and he presented us with different options. We settled on a short trip from Jomsom to Muktinath - flying from Kathmandu to Pokhara and on to Jomsom the next day to commence our hike. (We took the same air-route in reverse on our way back.) In total, the trip was six or seven days, with three days hiking. (This worked out well due to our schedule, but next time we might spend a few more days walking.)

Our guide on the trip was Amar Magar. We really recommend him. (Ask for him by name!) He was thoughtful, organised, and provided clear information on what we were doing each day. His patience and pleasant manner made the trip really enjoyable.

The hike itself was good. The area from Jomsom to Kagbeni (where we stopped for the first night) was primarily along the road and the riverbed, and the scenery was primarily the dry and desolate scenery one might expect of the Mustang area. Kagbeni was a nice village to rest. (There are a number of tea houses, and an interesting temple where one of the monks showed us around.) The walk up to Muktinath the next day was a little bit tough - being a climb of about 1,000 meters. (Not 'technically' tough; more of a challenge due to low fitness levels!) After resting, we visited the Hindu pilgrimage site, which was quite an interesting experience as it attracts a lot of visitors. We stayed the night at a tea house in Muktinath, and then walked back to Jomsom via a different route, stopping at a village called Lupna on the way back. The route from Muktinath to Lupna was probably the highlight of our trip, with much more diverse terrain, including great alpine scenery, fantastic rocky cliffs and forests, and the picturesque village of Lupna itself, with a very old temple and some caves used for solitary retreats.

If you have limited time, then I would recommend the approach we took. It provides a glimpse of the Mustang region (without getting in to the Upper Mustang region, which requires more time and an expensive permit), and a taste of walking in the region. On our walk, we met a number of people who had walked the Annapurna Circuit, taking around two weeks. We might plan better and aim to do that next time!

In terms of practical considerations, noting it was mid-May, we found that we were able to walk in t-shirts and long pants. We carried a lot of warm clothing with us, but didn't need really it. (We were a bit cold briefly after arriving at Muktinath, but generally we didn't use our warm clothing. It would be smart to take something - but no need to take too much.) The bedding provided in the rooms was more than adequate, and we didn't need our own sleeping bags. (Taking a sleeping bag liner might suffice from a cleanliness perspective if this is a concern.)

A Once-in-a-lifetime EBC Trekking Trip

What a once-in-a-lifetime trek to EBC! Waking up at midnight to dogs barking or in the morning to birds chirping and singing and the sound of rushing river, looking out the window and seeing the mountain so close as if within reach, roaming around Namche Bazaar and checking out the local markets, setting off in the sound of school children's morning drill, crossing rivers and valleys over the suspension bridges, passing the mani stones in the villages and the stupas on the trail, watching porters with oversized load strapped on their heads stepping to the lively beat of loud Nepali songs, navigating rocks uphill inside the dark clouds and white-out snow, trekking on the winding trail through dusty forests, misty mountain passes, wide open scrub land, and rugged and rocky barren land, with the famous and mysterious mountain peaks seemingly around every corner or suddenly elusive behind the wandering clouds, and flying down in helicopter provided every moment to admire the mountainous landscape and appreciate local life in this harsh environment. It’s been almost two weeks since I came back yet the sceneries and sounds on the trail still linger.

The EBC trek was also grueling - the long distance, the high elevation, the thin air at times mixed with dust or animal smell, the coldness at night, the completely unpredictable weather that could change by the minute – and every little inconvenience could pile on the exhaustion from a long day of trekking, but the thoughtful services by my guide Krishna made all these bearable. Every day after arriving at the tea house he made sure food was ordered and I had a spot to sit next to the stove to warm up. Every morning before we leave the tea house, he made sure bill was paid and everything was packed and ready. On the trail he was patient, watchful, and protective when the yaks and horses approaching. My tour company Discover Altitude was very flexible and allowed me to change my trekking schedule on the fly, including booking tea houses during peak season and securing single room occupancy. In fact, the three unplanned tea houses in Jorsalle, Phungi Thenga, and Dughla, allowed me to enjoy the real serenity near nature and away from crowds. The company also booked a helicopter, outside of my original plan, to fly me out back in Kathmandu in time. Their flexibility was crucial for me to have a successful and enjoyable EBC trekking trip.

Thank you Krishna for your kind-hearted service.

And thank you Santosh for showing me the street food, the hidden temples, and the vibrant life around the old town of Kathmadu.

EBC with Amar, the best guide!!

I did the Everest Base Camp trek (8 days to reach EBC, Day 9 was to Kala Patthar). Started at the end of April and finished in May. We had great weather that time of year. The early days in the trek were warm enough for leggings and a lightweight shirt. A few people were in shorts. Day 7 was the first day I needed to wear down clothing items, gloves or a warm hat. Other days could be done with a baseball cap and a few layers - started the day with a windwall jacket and would switch to a vest or just my long sleeve dry fit top while trekking. The cardio keeps you pretty warm. Taking altitude sickness medication is key. Start taking it a day before you leave. We had no issue with altitude sickness but several people at the tea houses were not as lucky.

Kumar, the owner of Discover Altitude, organized everything for us and it was planned perfectly. He booked the best tea houses for us and everything was so well-organized that all we had to think about was making it to the top. Amar was our AMAZING guide. His brother Shukla was the porter. They were the nicest, most professional duo. Amar took very good care of us and it was obvious that he was one of the most well-respected guides on the trail. He knew everyone and was so experienced that we had a lot of tips and guidance that I don’t feel everyone else had on the mountain. Definitely request amar as your guide. We quickly realized how important the planning is and who your guide is for success on this trek.

Great experience and recommend doing Kala Patthar early the next morning for sunrise views of Everest!

Awesome 10 day EBC trekking experience

I’m towards the tail end of my 10 day EBC trek arranged by Discover Altitude. Overall, I’ve been very happy with the trip so far. Santosh did his best to make sure my trip went according to plan. He was also extremely accommodating to my request for alterations to itinerary during the trip. Always ready to help, no questions asked.

I also wanted to take this opportunity to thank my guide, Sandip Lama. He is an energetic and hardworking young man that went above and beyond to make me trip as comfortable as possible. He’s also flexible in accommodating my last minute change request. For example, when I saw Ama Dablam for the first time, I was blown by its beauty and came up with the idea of doing a side trip to its base camp. It’s require at least half a days time. Sandip agreed without any hesitation and helped with the trip planning. In the end, the side trip didn’t happen simply because I ran out of steam. As a guide, Sandip’s main responsibility is leading me with the trip. But he also offered to carry my bag when I got very tired. This is what I call above and beyond. Again, thank you Sandip and I hope we’ll embark on my adventures in the future!

Discover Altitude is the best!

Discover Altitude is the best trekking guide / tour operator in Nepal. Two days ago my friend and I reached Everest Base Camp on May 4th (trekking day 8).

On day 9, helicopter picked us up at Gorakshep - last tea house before EBC. Helicopter transported us back to Kathmandu via Lukla — 2.5 hour stop for refueling and other logistics. Hiking back down 3 extra days is not for everyone.

Reaching EBC was a small miracle for me. I was the biggest person (XXL) trekking. I trained for over a year… lost significant amount of weight to even attempt EBC. Everything had to go perfectly and it did. Planning was key. Some days were incredibly challenging and required very-very slow / steady pace.

At every step my guide was right there to support as needed. On some hills my guide was 12 inches behind me in case I lost balance from exhaustion.

We were blessed to have Amar as our guide and his younger brother, Shukla, as porter. They did everything for us … from finding bathrooms, ordering meals, dealing with hotels, first aid, and fun to talk with too. Multiple times during the trek other guides whispered to us that Amar is one of the best guides in the region.

We opted for the luxury tour with nicer hotels + helicopter ride to Lukla to start + helicopter return from the top. Paying extra for luxury tour is worth every penny. We met some hikers not having a good experience. Painfully obvious they chose the wrong guide / tour operator.

If you are in perfect shape and you’ve trekked Nepal many times before- maybe having the best guide isn’t as critical. But for us we relied on our guides for every decision … even down to what to eat and drink at different altitudes.

TIPS:

1- take diamox right from the start (1 day before starting the trek)

2- take helicopter to/from Lukla. If you don’t take helicopter, be prepared to sit around for days waiting on weather to clear for airplane flight. People stuck at the airport waiting multiple days to get out aren’t having a good time.

3- go vegetarian. You’ll love ra-ra noodle vegetable soup

4- bring tons of electrolyte packets and drink 5 liters/day

5- pack for very cold days at the end (EBC). Both outer-wear gear and warm jackets for nights at the hotel. Be prepared for extremely dry air at night. Bring nasal spray to help breath through your nose.

6- get plenty NPR cash in Lukla or Kathmandu. In a pinch, tea house hotels can run your CC to give you NPR cash… will cost 10% extra charge.

7- tip your guides as generously as you can

8- don’t bring huge camera unless you are ok lugging the extra weight. Newer iPhone or Android do fantastic job.

9- go slow. Don’t skip rest (acclimatizing) days.

10- Book your trip with Discover Altitude. Kumar will email you immediately with details to help you customize your trip. He will work through every question / idea with patience. We had at least a dozen unusual requests including special activities in Kathmandu after the trek. Kumar and our guides made them all happen. Remember to request booking at nicer hotels.

11- go with friend or family you really enjoy being with for two weeks. Having someone to motivate you and just hang out together makes the trip so much better.

12- day 2 to Namche might be your hardest day, particularly after Hillary Bridge… 1-2 hours straight uphill at the end. Don’t give up. Go slow and ask for help (horse available if can’t make it up that hill).

Great Service from begining to end!

We reached out to a number of treking companies, quite last minute when the opportunity came up to go to Nepal. We got a lot of responses but in the end, Discover Altitude had exactly what we were looking for and very helpful along the way. When we arrived in Kathmandu we met at their office and they went into detail about what we could expect and answered all our weird questions!!(first timers!)
We were picked up by an excellent driver, met our guide ahead of time( that was the only confusion was if we were getting a guide/ a guide/porter or a guide and porter, it all worked out very well despite zero training on our part. On the last day we hiked up out of Namche,to the helicopter that took us over base camp with a short landing on Kala Patthar before returning back to Lukla and then Kathmandu where Discover Altitude picked us up and generally looked after us from start to finish including a couple of day tours around Kathmandu. It was spectacular , Santosh and Kumar were very caring and you could tell how proud they were of their company and employees.

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Budget Manaslu Circuit Trek 12 Days

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Day 1:A day Drive from Kathmandu to Machha Khola

Day 2:Hike from Machha Khola to Jagat

Day 3:Hike from Jagat to Deng

Day 4:Hike from Deng to Namrung

Day 5:Hike from Namrung to Sama-Gaun

Day 6:Rest day hike to Manaslu Base camp.

Day 7:Hike to Samdo.

Day 8:Hike to Dharamsala.

Day 9:Hike from Dharamsala to Bhimthang via Larkey pass.

Day 10:Trek down to Dharapani.

Day 11:Drive from Dharapani to Beshisahar.

Day 12:Drive to Kathmandu.

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