Overview

 Overview

• Mountain Name: Mt. Manaslu (8,163 meters / 26,781 ft)

• Location: Gorkha District, Central Nepal

• Rank: 8th Highest Mountain in the World

• First Ascent: 1956 by a Japanese team

• Region: Manaslu Conservation Area

• Best Season: Spring (April–May) and Autumn (September–October)

• Duration: 35–45 days (including acclimatization and weather window)

• Climbing Grade: Moderate to Difficult (less technical than Everest, but still requires mountaineering skills)

Why Manaslu?

• Ideal preparation climb before Everest or other 8,000m peaks

• Fewer crowds than Everest

• Culturally rich region with Tibetan-influenced villages

• Beautiful trek through the Manaslu Circuit (remote and less touristy)

• Lower climbing royalty fees compared to other 8,000ers

 Manaslu Expedition Itinerary

Trek + Climb + Return

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,400m) – Expedition briefing
Day 02: Expedition Preparation, Gear Check, Permits
Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Machha Khola (870m)
Day 04: Trek to Jagat (1,340m)
Day 05: Trek to Deng (1,860m)
Day 06: Trek to Namrung (2,630m)
Day 07: Trek to Sama Gaon (3,530m) – Acclimatization begins
Day 08: Rest and Acclimatization in Sama Gaon
Day 09: Trek to Manaslu Base Camp (4,800m)
Day 10–35: Climbing Period – Rotation climbs, camp setup, summit push

• Camp I: ~5,700m

• Camp II: ~6,300m

• Camp III: ~6,800m

• Camp IV: ~7,400m

• Summit: 8,163m

Day 36: Return to Base Camp
Day 37: Clean-up and pack down Base Camp
Day 38: Trek to Sama Gaon
Day 39: Trek to Namrung
Day 40: Trek to Jagat
Day 41: Drive back to Kathmandu
Day 42: Free Day in Kathmandu and Farewell Dinner

Expedition Includes

Climbing permit and all conservation area fees
 Kathmandu hotel (3–4 nights) with breakfast
 All ground transportation (jeep/bus)
 All meals and accommodation on the trek
 Base Camp tents and dining/kitchen tents
 High-altitude tents and gear ferrying support
 Certified IFMGA/experienced climbing Sherpa guide
 Liaison Officer expenses
 Medical kit, oxygen bottles (optional), and satellite phone
 Porters, cook, and kitchen crew
 Garbage disposal & expedition insurance for staff

Not Included

• International airfare

• Nepal visa fee

• Personal climbing gear (sleeping bags, crampons, etc.)

• Travel and rescue insurance

• Alcoholic beverages, snacks, and tips

• Emergency evacuation (if required)

• Extra days in Kathmandu