Manaslu Expedition

50 days

Duration

Extreme

Trip Level

Group Size

8163 m

Max-altitude

Manaslu Expedition is one of the technical peaks with a height of 8163 meters. The size of Manaslu is similar to the Dhaulagiri. Both are the 5^th highest mountains in Nepal and the 8^th highest in the world. The Manaslu expedition is a pre-practice climb before climbing Everest. Mount Manaslu lies beautifully in the Manaslu Conservation Area. The summit offers spectacular scenery of the mountain ranges all around. Still, proper acclimatization and mental alertness are mandatory for the climb, along with a need for previous mountain climbing experience and a good physique.

The Manaslu Expedition starts through Arughat since the trekkers observe the experience of the Manaslu circuit trek until Sama Gaon and then into the Manaslu Base Camp. Besides that, the base camp and four other camps must be set up to climb the mountain. The Manaslu Base Camp lies at 4665 meters while the 1^st Camp is at 5500 meters. The 2^nd and 3^rd Camp is at altitudes of 6300 m and 6700 m, respectively, while the 4^th Camp lies at 7300 meters. The Base Camp is in a comfortable position but is susceptible to winds and snowfalls.

The way from 1^st Camp to 2^nd Camp requires passing through steep snowfields with the danger of slipping. Also present are massive icefalls that need to walk upon with precautions. 2^nd to 3^rd Camp is slippery, followed by trekking up through the ice bulges into the fourth Camp. It is a comparatively challenging climb to the summit from 4^th Camp, although it requires mental alertness. Finally, the same path is retraced to end this beautiful expedition or complete the Manaslu circuit.

Manaslu Expedition: Highlights

Trek to basecamp experiencing the unique culture of Nepal off the beaten path

A fully supported expedition to Manaslu, the eighth highest mountain in the world

Perfect training peak to prepare for a future attempt at Everest

Incredible opportunity for mountaineers to explore the beaten path of the Manaslu region

Manaslu Expedition itinerary

Days	Program	Altitude in Meters	Distance
1.	Arrival day	1350
2-4.	Trek preparation	1350
5.	Kathmandu – Arughat by jeep	710	6h00
6.	Lapu Besi	970	6h00
7.	Dovan	1050	6h30
8.	Philim	1530	6h30
9.	Bihi Phedi	1870	6h00
10.	Namrung	2630	7h00
12.	Sama Gaon	3530	7h00
13-43	Climbing period of the Manaslu Expedition
44-47	Sam Gaon – Arughat
48.	Drive back to Kathmandu
49.	Leisure day
50.	Final departure

Day 1: Arrival day (1,300 m)

Upon arrival at Kathmandu, you will greet and welcome by our agency’s representative in front of Arrival gate with Display board of Himalayan Exploration Treks then transfer to your Hotel.

Day 2 - 4: Free day and Expedition preparation.

Today, you are almost free and give you an opportunity to visit the heritage site of Kathmandu. Prepare for the expedition and short briefing will conduct by Ministry of Tourism, Nepal for the Expedition leaders regarding the upcoming adventure then the permit will be issued by authorities.

Day 5: Kathmandu – Arughat (710 m) 8h00 drive.

The day of the departure to the Arughat is by local bus. A regarding drive through the countryside of Nepal will enjoy mountain scenery, forests, beautiful landscapes, and villages and get Arughat in the late afternoon.

Day 6: Arughat – Labubensi (900 m): 6h00 walk.

The First day of the trek, walking through the new construction rough road to Sotikhola. Then we cross a bridge trek through the forests along the Budi Gandaki River passing by several villages, rice fields, and waterfalls and get Labu Bensi.

Day 7: Labubensi – Khorla Bensi (970 m) 6h00 walk.

After the breakfast in the morning we head to Khorla Bensi passing by rocky trail, descend to Budi Gandaki river bank, walk along the sand then climb aside and down to cross a suspension bridge to reach Machhakhola and some up and down get Khorla bensi.

Day 8: Khorla Bensi – Jagat (1400 m)

The trail goes to along the Budi Gandaki River Bank few more ascends and descends come to a small Hot spring in Tatopani. After crossing a suspension bridge take over another ridge and get Dovan and Yaru Phant. We cross a suspension bridge of yaru Khola then climb up the well-managed stone stairs. Finally, we get Jagat in the lap of the river.

Day 9: Jagat – Deng (1,804 m): 6h00 walk.

After checking the entry permit, the trail goes to Deng traversing several villages, settlements, waterfalls and crossing suspension bridges along the trail.

Day 10: Deng – Namrung (2630 m) 6h00 walk.

As usual as other days, we head to Namrung. After a short walk crosses a suspension bridge in Deng crossing over small settlements Rana and Bihi and pleasant walk to Ghap. We further cross Budi Gandaki River several times it comes across many monasteries in the trail. Finally, cross over a bridge a little walk to climb up to get Namrung.

Day 11: Namrung – Samagaon (3530 m) 6h00 walk.

Early morning, after the breakfast, we left the Namrung, an important viewpoint for Ganesh Himal and Siringi Himal in Nupra valley. The trail leads to Samagaon passing by several Tibetan villages with their primitive culture and peoples, Chhortens, monasteries as well as massif views of Manaslu en route.

Day 12: Samagaon – Acclimatization day!

Samagoan is an ancient Tibetan village, where we spend a day for rest and acclimatization. The village is enriched in culture and typical settlements. It is considered first base camp for Manaslu expedition. This day you allow exploring Birendra Lake, Pungen monastery and village.

Day 13 - 43: Climbing period of Manaslu Expedition.

Manaslu Expedition period begins now on heading to Base Camp from Sama Goan. We don’t force to provide day by day activities from Base camp onwards due to the flexible period for summit base on the condition of climbers, Sherpa, and another support team. The team will determine the summit period that depending on the weather condition. Normally, the team spent the time in base camp for acclimatization purpose, hike much time up and down from different high camp altitude and set up the camp to facilitate for the summit and its management. Once, the team determines that it is all in the conditioning approach to making the summit. After the successful ascension of the Mount Manaslu, the team retraces same way back to Sama Goan.

Day 44 - 47: Sama Gaon – Arughat Bazaar.

Retraces all the way back to Arughat Bazaar from Sama Goan while trekking to the Manaslu Expedition.

Day 48: Arughat Bazaar – Kathmandu (1350 m) 6h00 drive

This is scenic drive passing through the several villages, rice fields, vegetation, the river as well as beautiful mountains and gets in Kathmandu in the afternoon.

Day 49: Free day in Kathmandu

A full leisure day! rest, relax and last minutes shopping.

Day 50: Final departure

You will be transferred to airport 3 hours before your scheduled flight to your home country.

DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION

Kathmandu International Airport

DEPARTURE TIME

Please arrive at least 3 hours before the flight.

INCLUDED

Airport transfer

Accommodations

Meal during the trek

Nepal government royalty fees

Mananslu Expedition permits

Land transport in Nepal

All expedition staff: cooks, porters

All kitchen equipment

All necessary climbing gears

Oxygen cylinder: 4ltr -3 bottle each member 2 bottle each Sherpa

Experiences climbing Sherpa 2:1

Professional guide & porters

A First Aid Kits

Applicable Government Taxes

NOT INCLUDED

International Airfare

Nepal Visa fees

Meals in Kathmandu

Personal Expenses

Travel Insurance

Emergency rescue Evacuation

Personal climbing gears

Personal beverages

Summit bonus of climbing Sherpa

Guide & Porter gratuity

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