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Himalayan Outdoor Project

Manaslu Expedition

Follow the path of myths to the foot of the sky.

Manaslu Expedition

Follow the path of myths to the foot of the sky.

The Manaslu Ascent: A Journey to the “Mountain of the Spirit”

The air crystallizes. Each step is a deliberate act of will as you ascend the final seracs toward Manaslu’s summit ridge, the world reduced to the rhythm of your axe and the frozen slope. The predawn darkness holds a silence so profound it rings in your ears. Then, at 8,163 meters, the sun fractures the horizon and you stand on the roof of the world. The Annapurna range ignites below, and the Tibetan plateau unfolds into forever. In that thin, brutal air, all effort dissolves into a staggering, silent awe before the spine of the earth.

After the summit, the mountain releases you. A careful descent leads back to the stone and wood of Samagaon, where the steady turn of prayer wheels and the low chant of monks in the monastery weave the high-altitude trial back into the fabric of the earth. Here, in the enduring calm of the Nubri Valley, the expedition finds its true end: not on the peak, but in the settled quiet within.

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33 days

Itinerary

  • Day 1

    Arrival in Kathmandu & Transfer to the Hotel

  • Day 2

    UNESCO sightseeing, checking up gear and briefing

  • Day 3

    Kathmandu to Besishare by Drive -7 hrs

  • Day 4

    Besishare to Dharapani by Drive - 4 hrs and than trek to Gowa

  • Day 5

    We trek from Gowa to Bhimthang

  • Day 6

    We trek from Bhimthang to Samdo via Larke La Pass

  • Day 7

    We trek from Samdo to Samague

  • Day 8

    We trek from Samague to Base Camp

  • Day 9 - 20

    From Base Camp we start our rotation (Camp I, Camp II, Camp III, Camp IV and back to Base camp) - Duration - 12 Days

  • Day 21 - 29

    From Base Camp we start our Summit Push (Camp I to Camp III - Summit and Back to Base Camp) - Duration 9 Days

  • Day 30

    We trek from Base camp to Samague

  • Day 31

    We take a Heli ride from Samague to Kathmandu

  • Day 32

    We chill and go for shopping in Kathmandu and a farewell party

  • Day 33

    Fly back Home

Brief Information

Cost includes:

  • All arrival, departure transfers as per the program by private vehicle. 
  • 33 days full board Lodge trek with all meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) with accommodation in a tea house lodge.
  • 4 nights tourist standard hotel in Kathmandu including breakfast and government taxes. 
  • Flight for kathmandu to Luka and back.
  • Service of fluent english speaking guides and porters.
  • Accommodation, meals, insurance, equipment, and allowances of guides and porters.   
  • Expedition Royalty and a permit fee from the Nepal Government to climb Mt. Everest, NMA permit to climb Lobuche Peak, Sagarmatha National Park and Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality entry permit and fee.
  • Transportation for all arrival and departure transfers by private vehicle as per the above itinerary. 
  • Cultural tour in Kathmandu with local guide, transport but entry fee is extra. 
  • TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management System) fee. 
  • All applicable government taxes (13% VAT and 10% tourism service charges)
  • Ground handling charges and necessary government taxes. 
  • Farewell and welcome Dinner with the whole trek team. 
  • Himalayanoutdoorproject merchandise (Cap or Hoodie)
 

Cost excludes:

  • Lunch and Dinner whilst staying in Kathmandu. 
  • Entry fee while cultural visit in Kathmandu. 
  • International flights to Nepal. 
  • Bottled drinks (mineral water, any cold drinks, and alcoholic drinks) whilst on trek. 
  • Your travel insurance.
  • Expenses of personal nature such as tips for guide, porter and driver, laundry, bar bill, telephone calls etc.
  • Nepal visa fee for 30 days.
  • Any additional activities not in the itinerary.

Things to consider while in Nepal and before coming to Nepal:

  • Roads can be unpredictable and bumpy in Nepal be patient and trust the journey.
  • Forgetting personal medications is risky pack enough for the entire trip as pharmacies are non-existent in these remote areas.
  • There’s little to no internet here disconnect and enjoy the timeless beauty of the wilderness.
  • Drinking untreated water can ruin your adventure. Always use purification methods.
  • Never overpack.
  • Leave footprints not traces.
  • Have healthy mind set to respect local culture.
  • Remote areas mean minimal facilities embrace the adventure over comfort.
  • Switch off everything and soak in the moments.
  • Carry enough cash because sometimes ATMs and other form of payments could not work.
  • Dont forget your permits and all the other required documents.
  • Stay calm in unexpected situations; panicking never helps, and solutions are always around the corner.
  • Don’t rush to the finish line; the magic is in enjoying every step of the journey.
  • Stick with the group; wandering off isn’t just unsafe, it’s unnecessary in such vast landscapes.
 

WHAT TO BRING: 

  • Hat/Cap
  • Beanie/Headband
  • Sunglasses
  • Neck Buff
  • Sunscreen
  • Light Base Layer
  • Insulating Layer (Fleece or Down)
  • Down Jacket
  • Raincoat
  • Gloves (Warm and Lightweight)
  • Trekking Pants (Quick-dry)
  • Thermal Bottoms (Optional)
  • Trekking Boots
  • Camp Shoes/Flip Flops
  • Wool Socks (Multiple Pairs)
  • Head Torch (with Extra Batteries)
  • Water Bottle (Up to 2L)
  • Personal Medications
  • Camera
  • Power Bank/Charger
  • Trekking Poles
  • Snacks/Protein Bars
  • Toilet Paper/Wet Wipes
  • Personal Hygiene Items
  • First Aid Kit (Basic)
  • Map/Guidebook
  • Backpack (Daypack for trekking)
  • Positive vibes