Mount Manaslu is the eighth highest mountain in the world at 8,163 metres (26,781 ft) above sea level. It is located in the Mansiri Himal, part of the Nepalese Himalayas, in the west-central part of Nepal. Its name, which means “mountain of the spirit”, comes from the Sanskrit word manasa, meaning “intellect” or “soul”. Mount Manaslu was first climbed on May 9, 1956 by Toshio Imanishi and Gyalzen Norbu, members of a Japanese expedition.

The Manaslu region offers a variety of trekking options. The popular Manaslu trekking route of 177 kilometres (110 mi) skirts the Manaslu massif over the pass down to Annapurna. The Nepalese Government only permitted trekking of this circuit in 1991. The trekking trail follows an ancient salt-trading route along the Budhi Gandaki River. En route, 10 peaks over 6,500 metres (21,300 ft) are visible, including a few over 7,000 metres (23,000 ft). The highest point reached along the trek route is the Larkya La at an elevation of 5,106 metres (16,752 ft).

Set in the northern Himalayan range in the Gorkha District of Nepal, Manaslu is a serrated “wall of snow and ice hanging in the sky”. The three sides of the mountain fall in steps to terraces down below, which are sparsely inhabited with agricultural operations practiced on the land. Apart from climbing Manaslu, trekking is popular in this mountain region, as part of the Manaslu Circuit, a notable path by trekkers in Nepal.

The Manaslu Conservation Area, declared in December 1998 under the National Parks and Wild Life Conservation Act, subsumes Manaslu within it. The area covered under the conservation zone is 1,663 square kilometres (642 sq mi) and is managed by the National Trust for Nature Conservation (NTNC) of Nepal. The status of “conservation area” applied to the Manaslu area or region was with the basic objective “to conserve and sustainably manage the natural resources and rich cultural heritage, and promote ecotourism to improve livelihood of the local people in the MCA region.”

Expedition of Mount Manaslu, as it is popularly known among trekkers, provides views of the snow-covered mountains of the Himalayas and allows close interaction with the different ethnic groups who live in the hill villages scattered along the trek route.

There are two ethnicities mainly inhabiting the Manaslu region; Nubri and Tsum. The branching off of the river at Chhikur divides these two ethnic domains. While Nubri has been frequently visited after Nepal opened itself for tourism in 1950, Tsum still retains much of its traditional culture, art and tradition. In the central hills of the region, Gurungs are the main ethnic group joined the Brigade of Gurkhas in large numbers. Closer to Tibet, the Bhutias (also spelled Bhotias), akin to the Sherpa group, of Tibetan ethnicity dominate the scene as can be recognized from their flat roofed houses, and they are distinctly Buddhists. The region is dotted with strong monasteries, mani walls, chortens and other Buddhist religious landmarks.

The trekking route is through mountainous terrain prone to the consequences of monsoon rainfall, landslides and land falls. Hypothermia and altitude sickness, as well as encounters with passing yaks, are common. Trekking to Manaslu is thus a test of endurance.

• DAY 01 Arrive in Kathmandu (1320m)
• DAY 02-03 Expedition document application, Preparation, briefing for Expedition
• DAY 04 Drive to Aarughat by private vehicle.
• DAY 05 Trek to Soti Khola (775m) 6 hrs.
• DAY 06 Trek to Machha Khola (900m) 5-6 hrs.
• DAY 07 Trek to Jagat (1340m) 6 hrs.
• DAY 08 Trek to Ngyak (2310m) 6 hrs.
• DAY 09 Trek to Ghap (2100m) 6 hrs.
• DAY 10 Trek to Lho (3200m) 6 hrs.
• DAY 11 Trek to Sama Village or Gaon (3500m) 6 hrs.
• DAY 12 Rest day at Sama Gaon for acclimatization
• DAY 13 Trek Sama Gaon to Manaslu Base Camp
• DAY 14-42 Climbing Period of Manaslu Expedition (8163m)
• DAY 43 Trek Base camp to Sama village
• DAY 44 Trek to Namrung village
• DAY 45 Trek to Philim village
• DAY 46 Trek to Machha khola
• DAY 47 Trek to Arughat
• DAY 48 Drive back to Kathmandu
• DAY 49 Rest in Kathmandu
• DAY 50 Departure to your country

COST INCLUSIONS

• Arrival & Departure transfer from Airport and to the airport & hotels by private vehicle.
• 4 nights bed & breakfast accommodation in a 5* hotel in Kathmandu (twin share).
• Teahouse accommodation on full board (breakfasts, lunches & dinners) during the trek.
• Base Camp accommodation with an individual sleeping tent with mattress.
• Freshly cooked meals are prepared by our expert cook at base camp and Camp II.
• Base Camp service (shared with the group) includes a kitchen tent with the cook, kitchen boy, dining tent with tables and chairs, shower tent, toilet tent, storage tent, gas heater, etc.
• All foods and EPI gas for the members and staff for their stay at high Camps.
• Airfare: Kathmandu/ Base Camp/Kathmandu for members, staff and liaison officer.
• 1 Climbing Sherpa for 1 climbing member during the expedition.
• All the Expenses of the liaison officer such as equipment allowance and wages as per instructed by the Nepal Government.
• Expedition Royalty and Climbing Permit of Nepal Government to climb Mt. Manaslu 
• The required number of porters with wages, equipment, medical and accidental insurance.
• Equipment allowance and insurance for the climbing Sherpa's, cooks, and kitchen boys involved in an expedition.
• Helicopter Rescue Insurance for high altitude climbing Sherpa, cook, and staff.
• Baggage allowance of 40 Kg per member which the porters will carry.
• 6 Bottles Of Oxygen with a mask regulator for each member.
• 4 Bottles Of Oxygen For The Climbing Sherpa.
• Medical Kit carried by the guide/ sardar.
• Walkie-Talkie and satellite phone (charges per call).
• Rope Fixing Charge.
• Salary & Load Carrying Bonus For Sherpa (this bonus does not include the summit bonus).
• Farewell Dinner at an authentic Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu.
• Applicable local and government taxes.

COST EXCLUSIONS 

• International Airfare to and from Kathmandu.
• Nepal Visa fee.
• Travel & medical insurance including insurance for emergency rescue & evacuation.
• Lunches and dinners in Kathmandu.
• Personal expenses such as telephone, laundry, bottled water, bar bills, etc.
• Trekking/climbing gear (also available on hire).
• Summit bonus for Sherpa & tips for local staffs ( $1500+300)
• Tips for the staffs as gratitude.
• All other items are not mentioned in the list of ‘inclusions’.