Introduction of MT. MANASLU EXPEDITIONS
Mt. Manaslu Mountaineering Expeditions with Loong Adventures leads you to one of the most spectacular adventure destinations. Mt. Manaslu Expeditions involves an exciting overland journey towards Nepal’s Midwest, around the district of Gorkha. The walk begins in a low subtropical climate, following the Budhi Gandaki River upstream to its glacial source. Where the massive glaciers of Manaslu and its satellite peaks feed the Budhi Gandaki River. The walk follows nice farm villages, an opportunity to witness the impressive cultures. The route leads to dramatic changes in the landscapes, temperatures, vegetation, and various ethnic tribes of the Midwest of Nepal.
Nepal has two major religions, Hinduism and Buddhism. The high hills and mountainous regions are Buddhist. Trekkers will encounter villages steeped in a strong Buddhist religion, adorned with prayer monuments and monasteries.
The natives of Upper Manaslu Valley are the Bhotias tribe, of Tibetan origin. Migrated from Tibet around the 16th Century or even earlier, the native name for Manaslu is Kutang. It translates as a flourishing country for high-altitude crops of barley, buckwheat, and common wheat. The name Manaslu comes from ancient Sanskrit, meaning mind, soul, or mighty spirits. Which is also similar to the holy Lake Manasarover near Mt. Kailash, located in Southwest Tibet. The people of Upper Manaslu still retain the traditions and trade across the border in Tibet. The upper Gorkha and Manaslu fall on the old Trans Himalaya Salt Trade Route to Tibet. The trek progresses from warmer to cooler hills and climbs over steep ridges through lovely forested trails. Then, towards the picturesque upper region and valley of Manaslu from Jagat village to Namrung and Lo Gaon. The walk is along scenic views of majestic Mt. Manaslu as it towers above the Manaslu Valley towards Sama Gaon. The major village of Upper Manaslu gateway to the Tibet/China border and towards Mt. Manaslu base camp.
Spending an extra day at Sama Gaon for acclimatization and to explore its traditional cultural village. Then head towards the south of Manaslu Valley, walking past a beautiful Birendra Tal (lake). The trek leads you beneath the towering North Face of Mt. Manaslu, where base camp is located.
Trip Highlights
One of the most straightforward routes to the summit of Mt. Manaslu. The mountain has a more than 75% success rate than other 8,000 m peaks. Climbers can enjoy climbing over manageable technical routes to the summit. Mt. Manaslu is considered the mind and soul of a god, the mountain of spirits. Manaslu is a combination of picturesque scenery and colorful cultures. The best and most favored choice for beginners and veteran mountaineers
- Climb the 8th highest peak in the world – Mt. Manaslu (8,163m), a true high-altitude mountaineering challenge.
- Less crowded 8000-meter peak – Offers a more remote and peaceful experience compared to Everest.
- Stunning Himalayan views – Panoramic scenery including Manaslu, Annapurna, Ganesh Himal, and more.
- Rich Tibetan-influenced culture – Encounter ancient monasteries and unique local traditions during the approach.
- Scenic Manaslu Base Camp – Surrounded by glaciers and mountains, perfect for acclimatization and rest.
- Technically demanding climb – Involves glacier travel, fixed ropes, and multiple high camps for summit success.
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Itinerary of MT. MANASLU EXPEDITIONS
Day 1 Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to a hotel.
On arrival at Kathmandu Tribhuwan International Airport, the Loong Adventures guide and staff receive you with a warm welcome. A short transfer to your hotels in the heart of Kathmandu city. After checking into your rooms, getting refreshed, our guide briefs you with information regarding Mt. Manaslu Mountaineering Expeditions. Includes information on hotels, lodges while trekking and climbing, with dos and don’ts with welcome dinner.
Activity
Arrival
Distance
2-3 km
Max Altitude
1400m
Overnight Stay
Kathmandu
Meals
Welcome Dinner
Accommodation
3 star hotel or similarDay 2 In Kathmandu, preparation for the Mt. Manaslu Expedition.
We have reserved two free days in Kathmandu to relieve you from jetlag with long flights, on this day one can book for sightseeing tour around world heritage sites within Kathmandu visiting Old Durbar (palace) Square, and ancient stupa of Swyambhunath, after a tour head back to hotel with preparations for Everest Expeditions and trek to base camp.
Activity
Preparation
Max Altitude
1400m
Overnight Stay
Kathmandu
Meals
B/L/D
Accommodation
3 star hotel or similarDay 3 In Kathmandu, preparation for the Mt. Manaslu Expedition.
In Kathmandu, optional tour and expedition preparations, and group briefing from our lead guide and team leader, on this day, completing all formal documentations for the climb of Mt. Manaslu and packing.
Activity
Preparation
Max Altitude
1400m
Overnight Stay
Kathmandu
Meals
B/L/D
Accommodation
3 star hotel or similarDay 4 Drive to Machha Khola 900 m / 2,952 feet approx. 8 hours.
Start the long overland journey early morning after breakfast. The drive leads beyond Kathmandu valley and down to low, warm paddy farm villages. Then heading towards the high hills around Gorkha district to Arughat town, located on the shelf of the Buri-Gandaki River.
From Arughat, on the same four-wheel drive, for another few hours to Machha Khola. A small farm village for an overnight stop, the name Machha Khola means a fishing stream nearby.
Activity
Land Transportation
Distance
72 KM
Max Altitude
900m
Overnight Stay
Machhakhola
Meals
B/L/D
Accommodation
LodgeDay 5 Trek to Jagat 1,340 m -06 hours walk.
After a pleasant overnight at Machha Khola, the walk leads north towards Jagat
village. The trail follows through several farm settlements and villages, and within
a forest of Sal trees and bamboo. Reaching Tatopani, a place with natural hot-
spring, from here climb to cooler hills and finally end the walk at Jagat.
A nice, large village populated with mixed tribes of hill people and a culture of both Hinduism and Buddhism. Transfer into a nice, simple lodge, and the rest of the day, explore the local village life.
Activity
Trek
Max Altitude
1340m
Overnight Stay
Jagat
Meals
B/L/D
Accommodation
LodgeDay 6 Trek to Deng 1, 850 m via Philim 1,570 m - 06 hrs
From Jagat, a morning walk leads to higher areas past scattered farm villages with a short climb and downhill to cross over a bridge to reach Nagjet and Philim, a large farm village with spread-out houses. After Philim, the walk leads through farm terraces of golden fields of wheat and barley, then a climb on a rocky ridge top into a bamboo forest area, and towards our overnight stop at Deng village.
Activity
Trek
Max Altitude
1570m
Overnight Stay
Deng
Meals
B/L/D
Accommodation
LodgeDay 7 Trek to Namrung 2,630 m- 05 hrs
After a pleasant stop in Deng, a morning walk leads to a cooler region as the altitude gains slowly to enter a nice forest of pine and rhododendron.
The trail continues towards higher areas, and then a short downhill to a river at Bihi Bazaar, a small village by a riverside. From Bihi, the walk follows the Buri Gandaki River, then crosses a river to a small farm village and cultivated farm fields of barley, wheat, and millets. The walk then ends on reaching Namrung village with close views of Mt. Manaslu’s North Face and adjoining peaks.
From Namrung, amidst strong Tibetan influence of similar Buddhist culture and traditional life, the starting point towards the high Manaslu Valley.
Activity
Trek
Max Altitude
2630m
Overnight Stay
Namrung
Meals
B/L/D
Accommodation
LodgeDay 8 Trek to Lo-Gaon 3,180 m - 05 hrs
After an overnight stop at Namrung, walk heads towards farm fields within Yak herder huts and shelters. The high Manaslu valley villagers mostly engaged in farming during the summer times. From here, the walk leads to a high and scenic valley to Lo Gaon for an overnight stop, one of the nicest villages within the Manaslu valley. Lo Gaon situated in the close shadow of the towering Manaslu North Face, after checking into a nice lodge. Time to visit the monastery with numerous Chorten and Mani walls includes views of Ganesh Himal towards east.
Activity
Trek
Max Altitude
3180m
Overnight Stay
Gaon
Meals
B/L/D
Accommodation
LodgeDay 9 Trek to Sama-Gaon 3, 520 m / 11,548 feet - 05 hours
From Lo-Gaon reaching a wide valley, and on the main trail of the Manaslu circuit, as the walk continues within high country. On leaving Lo-Gaon, vegetation changes and tree lines fade for a few short juniper bushes and some willow trees.
The walk leads on a nice path with views of snow-peaks, and then finally the day walk completes, reaching Sama-Gaon for an overnight stop.
A large settlement and one of the main villages of the Upper Manaslu area.
The route leads to Manaslu base camp and Larke-la pass as well as towards the Tibet / China border.
Activity
Trek
Max Altitude
3520m
Overnight Stay
Sama Gaon
Meals
B/L/D
Accommodation
LodgeDay 10 At Sama-Gaon, rest day for acclimatization and a short hike
A rest day at Sama-Gaon village to support with acclimatization before heading higher terrain towards Manaslu Base Camp. Enjoy the two free days with time to explore around scenic hills, as well as visit the village’s old Monastery of Buddhism. The rest of the day planning and preparation, and checking personal climbing gear.
Activity
Rest day
Max Altitude
3520m
Overnight Stay
Samagaun
Meals
B/L/D
Accommodation
LodgeDay 11 Sama Gaon for acclimatization
Activity
Rest day
Max Altitude
3520m
Overnight Stay
Sama Gaun
Meals
B/L/D
Accommodation
LodgeDay 12 Trek to Base Camp 4,400 m / 14,435 feet. Approx. 5 hours
Activity
Trek
Max Altitude
4400m
Overnight Stay
Manaslu base camp
Meals
B/L/D
Accommodation
CampDay 13-14 At Base Camp, climbing preparation and acclimatization
Today after collecting all the necessary climbing gear from the porters and mules, getting busy sorting out the equipment and planning. As well having practice climb before heading for the big climb to the summit of Mt. Manaslu.
Full two days dividing equipment and rations of food for further high camps, as well as having rest, enjoying practice climbing using the climbing gear.
A final meeting, information on the climb and obstacles to encounter, as well as for safe descent.
Activity
Preparation
Max Altitude
4400m
Overnight Stay
Manaslu base Camp
Meals
B/L/D
Accommodation
CampDay 15 Climb to Advance Camp 5,980 m / 19,619 feet. Approx. 05 hrs.
From the base camp, climb to cross a high plateau and then skirt around a ridge of lateral moraine. As the climb continues to the foot of towering Mt. Manaslu, after a steep climb reaching a moraine and glaciated areas, and then set up the High or Advanced Camp. From here, the real adventure begins, with enough time to explore the wilderness. Enjoying the close view of Mt. Manaslu and surrounding dramatic scenery. At the Advanced Base Camp, final preparation for the long haul to the summit of Mt. Manaslu. Within a full 15 days for checking the equipment and ferrying loads to higher camps.
The leader and main climbing guide will set up the plan for further camps before the summit day. Depending upon the favorable weather forecast, the expedition leader will control the daily routine of the expedition.
Activity
Climbing
Max Altitude
5980m
Overnight Stay
Advance Camp
Meals
B/L/D
Accommodation
CampingDay 16 to 30 15 Days for preparation and final summit bid
The Mt. Manaslu Expedition’s 1st and 2nd camps, located in a safer flat area. It lies at an elevation of 6,400 meters above the icefall, with a snowy terrace. The climbing route from Camp I to Camp II is a strenuous and hard climb where the team ascends moderate-angled snow slopes on the lower reaches,
Summit to Mt Manaslu requires setting 5 camps with Base Camp, the route ascends at moderately angled snowy slopes in the lower parts, while the slopes start getting steeper above Camp I. Until Camp III is reached, the steep sections continue, tackling some technical sections in a few places.
As the climb gets tougher, reaching the summit on a small snow plateau.
Enjoy the breathtaking panorama of Annapurna-Lamjung and Ganesh Himal with adjoining peaks of Manaslu range, Boudha, and Himal Chuli. After feeling in high spirits and enjoying the glorious views, descend to the advanced base camp on the same day. This will depend on snow conditions and members’ fitness.
Activity
Mt Manaslu Summit
Max Altitude
8162m
Overnight Stay
Mt Manaslu
Meals
B/L/DDay 31 to 32 Back to Base Camp
Climb and descend finally ends reaching Base Camp, where all staff and members should be at the base camp. Have a day to pull up the energy and prepare for a return journey to low, warm farm areas.
Activity
descend
Max Altitude
4400m
Overnight Stay
Manaslu BC
Meals
B/L/D
Accommodation
CampingDay 33 Clean up and pack
On carrying all the remaining equipment from all camps, pack all the gear for porters and pack animals to be carried. Leaving nothing at the camp, carrying all the garbage, and leaving only the footprints.
Activity
Cleaning
Max Altitude
4400m
Overnight Stay
Manaslu BC
Meals
B/L/D
Accommodation
CampingDay 34 Trek to Sama Gaon- 05 hrs
A leisurely and pleasant walk brings you back to civilization at Sama Gaon, enjoy the party after checking your rooms in a nice local lodge.
Activity
Trek
Max Altitude
3530m
Overnight Stay
Samagaun
Meals
B/L/D
Accommodation
LodgeDay 35-39 5 days for the return trek to Machha-Khola
The return journey to Maccha-Khola takes about five days or less of leisure and walking downhill with a few steep ups. The route leads to lovely Lo-Gaon and then to Namrung, Deng, and Jagat villages. Enjoy the last day walk of the adventure heading downhill to Machha-Khola for the last overnight stop around Manaslu and the Gorkha district.
Activity
Trek
Max Altitude
900m
Overnight Stay
Machha khola
Meals
B/L/D
Accommodation
LodgeDay 40 Drive from Machha Khola to Kathmandu
Having an early breakfast at the lodge in Machha-Khola, board a vehicle for an exciting drive to Kathmandu. The road follows the Buri-Gandaki River to Arughat town, and then the drive climbs towards Dhading district to reach the main highway to Kathmandu at Malekhu town. The drive continues following the Trisuli River for a few hours, then drives up to enter Kathmandu valley and the city.
On reaching Kathmandu, transfer back to your hotel after a long, interesting drive.
Activity
Land transportation
Max Altitude
1400m
Overnight Stay
Kathmandu
Meals
B/L/D
Accommodation
3 star hotel or similarDay 41-42 In Kathmandu, a free day for individual activities
Two full rest days in Kathmandu after a tough, hard adventure climb of
Mt. Manaslu, enjoy the day relaxing or join for sightseeing tour of Kathmandu-Patan and Bhaktapur.
On this spare day, the leader and guide will hand the expedition reports to the Nepal Government Tourism department, and in the evening, enjoy the farewell group dinner.
Activity
Free day
Max Altitude
1400m
Overnight Stay
Kathmandu
Meals
Farewell dinner
Accommodation
3 star hotel or similarDay 43 Final International Flight Departure for Homeward Bound.
Last day in the country full of amazing adventures with high Himalayan peaks, after a wonderful experience, with fond memories of the Mt. Manaslu Mountaineering Expedition. Our guide and staff transfer you from the hotel to the airport as per your international flight time for your final departure, homeward bound, or to your respective destination.
Activity
Departure
If you are not happy with our itinerary, you can request for the modification as per your need
Includes/Excludes
What's Included?
- All Arrival and Departure Transfer from the airport to the hotel and vice versa.
- Twin sharing rooms at Tourist Standard Hotel or a 2-3-star Hotel in Kathmandu on a Bed / Breakfast basis. (Includes welcome and farewell dinner).
- Chartered vehicles to Machha-Khola and back before and after the expeditions.
- Full board trekking on lodge basis till Sama-Gaon includes B-L-D with twin sharing room basis.
- Applicable Climbing and MCA (Manaslu Conservation Area Fees and permits with Garbage deposit fees.
- Wages, transportation allowance, and insurance for trekking and camping staff, as well as porters, including a Yak man.
- High altitude guide, staff, and potters, special wages, and equipment and a special allowance.
- Climbing guide insurance, allowance with peak bonus, including climbing equipment. Medical Kits and ropes, and oxygen for the staff and guides only.
What's not Included?
- Personal Medical / Travel Insurance.
- Single room supplement in Kathmandu Hotel and on trekking in local lodges at extra cost.
- In Kathmandu hotel on a bed and breakfast basis, no lunch or dinner except for welcome and farewell.
- Personal expenses, laundry, tipping, soft/hard drinks, and extra meals on treks.
- Emergency evacuation by any means of transportation or using a helicopter service.
- Camping Services, including tents and food above Camp-I on own arrangement.
- Early return from expedition due to personal reasons or problems as well being sick, etc. The money will not be refunded by the company for all expenses to be borne by oneself.
- Personal oxygen and medical kit and royalty fees for Mt. Manaslu.
- Personal trekking and climbing gear, including sleeping bags, down jackets.
- Tipping of trekking/camping staff, cook, kitchen staff, and porters, and of climbing guides.
Trip Information of MT. MANASLU EXPEDITIONS
The best times for the trek and climb of Mt. Manaslu are spring and autumn/fall seasons. Spring begins from March to May, and autumn begins from September and ends in November. Springtime, with longer sunshine, is the best season for treks and mountaineering adventures. For stunning views of the Himalayan mountain ranges, cold mornings, and in the shade, including the nighttime. Late afternoon can get overcast with snowfall sometimes. Autumn starts from September and ends in November, another best seasons for treks and climbs. Most days are clear for views and pleasant walks, as well as for climbing, but days are short. It gets dark soon by 5 p.m. with late sunshine from 6 a.m. Days are much clearer with sunshine for pleasant walks and climbs, Can expect snowfall sometimes above 3,000 m high on walks and climbs. Cold mornings, in shades, and the night times, but with clear starry nights.
Mt. Manaslu and its range fall within the Mansiri Himalayas, also known as the Gorkha Massif. Mt. Manaslu at 8,163 m / 26,781 ft. Listed as the world’s 8th highest peak. The first ascent was on May 9th, 1956, by the Japanese Expedition with the support of a Nepalese mountain guide, Gyalzen Sherpa. From Jagat Village, towards Upper Manaslu was closed for outside visitors since Tibet was annexed by mainland China.
Then opened for all foreign visitors from 1991 onwards, but remains a Restricted Area. All trekkers and mountaineers require a special permit to enter the Upper Manaslu, including a fee for the MCA (Manaslu Conservation Area). The most prominent peaks of Manaslu Himal are Himal Chuli (7,893m/25,896 ft.), Ngadi Chuli (7,871m/25,823 ft), Boudha Himal (6,672 m/ 21,889 ft).
After spending overnights in simple, nice local lodges, from Sama Gaon onwards spending overnights in a tented camp. Until the climb is completed, and then the return treks overnight in lodges till Maccha Khola, where the trek concludes.
The climb to the summit of Mt. Manaslu offers several options and routes. The standard and most favored trail is also the original route, where the Japanese expedition climbed in 1956 from the Northeast face. The climb is straightforward from PD (Per Difficult) to TD (Technical Difficult), in a few sections to the summit. Although the climb of few technical efforts, climbers should take care of the sudden avalanches. Which occurs quite frequently from Base Camp onwards to Camp I and III.
For 8,000-meter peaks, three higher camps are required besides the Base Camp at 4,400 m/14/435 feet. Advance Camp at 5,980 m / 19,619 ft. From the Advance Camp, the real adventure begins for the summit bid. Camp I is between 5,600 m and 5,700 m, Camp II is at 6,300 m to 6,400 m. Camp III at 6, 900 m to 7, 300 m. The terrains to come across vary from obstacles crossing over glaciers, to steep snowy steps. All climbers will be on fixed ropes for safe and successful ascent and descent from the summit to Advance Camp. The success rate at the general level is 60 % to 70 %. The rest is due to unfavorable and bad weather. Includes the health conditions of the mountaineers and safety measures.
Manaslu is regarded as relatively accessible in comparison to other peaks above 8,000 meters with a well-established trekking route to base camp. The climb to Manaslu summit does not have major technical difficulties than a few other 8000-meter peaks. It makes a good option for beginners and mountaineers, as well as experienced climbers. Due to its accessibility in negotiating technical challenges. Most of the success rates are slightly higher during the pre-monsoon of May to June. As well post-monsoon of September.
Climbers with more times in Nepal can enjoy the trek after the climb, heading towards Sama Gaon. Then trek towards Larke Phedi or Dharmasala via Samdo Village. Cross Larke-La Pass 5,106 m high and descent to Bhimthang/Bhim Phedi and end the trek at Dharapani Village around Manang district.
From Dharapani a long drive back to Kathmandu via Bhesishar Town around Lamjung areas.
Equipment List for MT. MANASLU EXPEDITIONS
| S. No. | PARTICULARS | Q, T. |
| 1. | Sleeping Bag (-30*)training (-40*) Expedition | 1 |
| 2. | Sleeping Bag Liner) | 1 |
| 3. | Down or Feather Jacket (training) (Father suit) expedition | 1+1 |
| 4. | Gore-Tex Suit | 1 |
| 5. | Personal First Aid Kit | 1 |
| 6. | Woolen Hat | 1 |
| 7. | Fleece Hat | 1 |
| 8. | Gore-Tex Gloves Down globe | 1+1 |
| 9. | Thin Gloves (With Gore-Tex and Fleece) | 3 |
| 10. | Fleece Jacket | 1 |
| 11. | Fleece Trouser | 1 |
| 12. | Rock Climbing Trouser (Flexible) | 1 |
| 13. | Trekking Boot | 1 |
| 14. | Camp Shoe (Sport Shoe) | 1 |
| 15. | Sandal | 1 |
| 16. | Woolen Shocks (Thick) | 2 Pair |
| 17. | T-Shirt | 3 |
| 18. | High neck | 2 |
| 19. | Rain Punch | 1 |
| 20. | Carry Mattress | 1 |
| 21. | Snow Gaiter | 1 |
| 22. | Thermos | 1 |
| 23. | Snow Glass (100 % UV Protect) Show googols expedition | 1 |
| 24. | Sun Glass (UV Protect) | 1 |
| 25. | Head Torch | 1 |
| 26. | Battery Enough for 30 days – Extra Bulb | |
| 27. | Water Bottle | 1 Lt. |
| 28. | Pocket Knife | 1 |
| 29. | Washing Soap, Towel, Toothpaste, Tooth Brush, etc. | |
| 30. | Sun Lotion Enough + 30 -40 SPF | |
| 31. | Lip Guard Sun Block. |
