Upper Mustang Tours & Travels

About Manaslu base camp trekking

Manaslu base camp trek is a moderate to strenuous trek that requires a good level of fitness and experience in high-altitude trekking. The route passes through remote villages, lush forests, high mountain passes, and glacial rivers, offering a diverse range of landscapes and experiences.

The Manaslu base camp trek is a challenging and rewarding trek that offers a unique blend of adventure, natural beauty, and cultural experiences. It is an excellent alternative to the more popular treks in the Everest and Annapurna regions, offering a quieter and more remote trekking experience. With proper preparation and guidance from experienced trekking guides, the Manaslu base camp trek is an unforgettable adventure that should be on every trekker’s bucket list.

• Scale the base camp of Mount Manaslu 8,163 meters the eighth-highest mountain in the world.
• Trek through less crowded Manaslu trail with stunning view of Manaslu & Annapurna range of Himalayas.
• Discover the splendor of mountains, valleys, icefalls, glaciers, and alpine pastures .
• Experience wilderness, vibrant ecosystem and beautiful natural scenery of Manaslu trekking route.
• Encounter the local people, lifestyle, unique culture, art, architecture and Buddhist monuments.
• Walk through high alpine valley with distinctive Tibetan style villages in off-the-beaten path of Nepal.
• Discover diverse range of flora, fauna and birds in Manaslu conservation area including rare species.
• Witness impressive mountain view like Ganesh Himal, Lidanai Peak, Himalchuli, Nadi Chuli, Manaslu, Naike Peak & more.

• Day 1 : Arrival day in Kathmandu, Nepal

  Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, Nepal, one of our officials will greet you and transfer to hotel by private vehicle. At the hotel, representative will brief you about program and plan. You can spend rest of the time at your leisure or explore the bustling city of Kathmandu.

  Elevation: 1,400 meters / 4593 feet.

• Day 2 : Kathmandu sightseeing and permits preparation

  City tours, gear shopping and permit preparation is the main task of this day. Kathmandu, the capital city of Nepal, is known for its rich cultural heritage, ancient temples, and beautiful landscapes. Our guide takes you to the Swayambhunath & Boudhanath Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple, Kathmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur Durbar Square for sightseeing. Kathmandu sightseeing trip covers major historical, and cultural monuments that beautifully crafted with various wood, metal, and stonework. After city tours, we will drive back to hotel and conduct Pre-trip meeting. You spent rest of the time at hotel or explore around Thamel.

• Day 3 : Drive to Machha Khola 930 m / 3,051 ft via Arughat by jeep - 8 hours
• Day 4 : Trek to Jagat 1410 meters / 4625 feet
• Day 5 : Trek to Deng 1800 meters / 5905 feet
• Day 6 : Trek to Namrung 2660 meters / 8727 feet
• Day 7 : Trek to Samagaon 3530 meters / 11,578 feet
• Day 8 : Acclimatization day trek to Manaslu base camp 4400m
• Day 9 : Excursion around Punggen gompa back to Lhogaon 3180 meters / 10433 feet
• Day 10 : Trek to Prok 2380 meters / 7808 feet
• Day 11 : Trek to Philim 1590 meters / 5216 feet
• Day 12 : Trek to Machha khola 869 meters / 2851 feet
• Day 13 : Drive back to Kathmandu via Arughat Nepal
• Day 14 : Airport transfer to depart Nepal

  Today we will transfer you to airport 3 hours before scheduled flight to depart from Kathmandu or back home after amazing trip to Himalayas. “Have a safe journey! hope to see you again in future”

• Airports pick up on your arrival day by private vehicle
• Kathmandu sightseeing as per the itinerary
• Transportation from Kathmandu – Arkhet bazaar – Kathmandu
• All meals (Breakfast, Lunch & dinner) 4 cups of hot drink each day on choice
• Tea houses accommodation during Manaslu trekking period
• Professional English speaking guide trained by government of Nepal
• Experience trekking staffs (2 guest = 1 porter basic) to carry your backpack
• All necessary paperwork, special permits, TIMS and local taxes
• Travel and rescue arrangements if require
• Drop you to airport by private vehicle to depart Nepal

• Visa fees / international airfare to and from Kathmandu
• Hotel, Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
• Personal expenses phone calls, mineral water, bar bills, hot shower, battery recharge, extra porters & gears etc
• Tips for guides, porters (Tipping are expected but not mandatory)