Manaslu Expedition

Manaslu Expedition

  •   Nepal
  •   Mountaineering
  •   Extrme
  •   38 Day
  •   8,163m/26,781ft

Manaslu Expedition
  • Manaslu Expedition

Trip Facts

  • Activities

    Mountaineering

  • Starting Price

    14000-30000USD

  • Accommodation

    Camping

  • Max. Altitude

    8,163m/26,781ft

  • Best Season

    Autumn

  • Trip Hours/Day

    5 to 6 Hrs

  • Trip Grade

    Extrme

  • Group Size

    4 to 10

Highlights & Attractions

  • Summit the 8th Highest Peak: A lifetime achievement with panoramic views of Annapurna, Ganesh Himal, and more
  • Scenic Diversity: Traverse lush forests, glacial moraines, and the iconic Larkya La Pass (5,215m).
  • Cultural Immersion: Trek through Tibetan-influenced villages like Samagaon and Lho, adorned with monasteries and prayer flags.
  • Less Crowded: Compared to Everest or Annapurna, Manaslu offers solitude and pristine landscapes.
  • Helicopter Return Option: Save time by flying back from Base Camp to Kathmandu
  • Trip Itinerary
  • Include & Excludes
  • Trip Notes
  • Reviews

Trip Itinerary

  • Phase 1: Arrival & Preparation (Days 1–3)
    Day 1–2: Arrive in Kathmandu, gear check, and government formalities.
    Day 3: Drive to Dharapani (1,963m) via scenic Prithvi Highway..
  • Phase 2: : Trek to Base Camp (Days 4–12)
    Day 4–7: Trek through villages like Tilje, Bimthang, and Samdo, acclimatizing en route.
    Day 8–9: Cross Larkya La Pass (5,215m) and descend to Sama Gaon (3,780m).
    Day 10–12: Rest at Sama Gaon, then hike to Manaslu Base Camp (4,750m).
  • Phase 3: : Summit Push (Days 13–30)
    Rotation Climbs: Acclimatize by moving between Camp 1 (5,700m), Camp 2 (6,400m), Camp 3 (6,800m), and Camp 4 (7,450m).
    Summit Day: A grueling 15–17-hour climb from Camp 4 to the summit (8,163m), starting at midnight
  • Phase 4: : Return (Days 31–38)
    Descend to Base Camp, then trek or fly back to Kathmandu.

Package Includes

  • Expedition Logistics & Permits
  • Guide & Support Team
  • Accommodation & Meals
  • .Oxygen & Medical Support
  • Transportation & Flights
  • Training & Acclimatization
  • Equipment & Gear Support

Package Excludes

  • Expedition Logistics & Permits
  • Guide & Support Team
  • Accommodation & Meals
  • .Oxygen & Medical Support
  • Transportation & Flights
  • Training & Acclimatization
  • Equipment & Gear Support

Trip Notes

Challenges 

  1. Altitude: Risks of AMS, HAPE, or HACE above 5,000m.

  2. Technical Sections: Steep ice slopes, crevasses, and fixed-rope sections.

  3. Weather: Unpredictable storms and temperatures as low as -30°C.

  4. Avalanche Risk: Especially on the upper slopes.


Why Choose Manaslu?

  • Training for Everest: Ideal for climbers preparing for higher 8,000m peaks 36.

  • Cultural & Natural Beauty: Combines mountaineering with Himalayan culture and biodiversity

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