Mount Manaslu is the eighth-highest mountain in the world, standing tall at 8,163 meters (26,781 feet) in the Mansiri Himal range of the Nepalese Himalayas. With its serrated “wall of snow and ice hanging in the sky”, Manaslu is a coveted peak among mountaineers and is known for its beauty and technical challenges. The three sides of the mountain fall in steps to terraces down below, which are sparsely inhabited with agricultural operations practiced on the land. The peak is often considered an achievable 8000m peak with minimal objective hazards, and the climbing route follows a relatively straight line to the summit without any significant technical sections.
Despite its relative ease of ascent, the Manaslu expedition requires technical skill, physical fitness, and mental toughness. The expedition usually lasts for several weeks and involves negotiating steep snow and ice slopes, crevasses, and challenging ridges. Climbers need to be proficient in using ice axes, crampons, and other technical climbing gear. The peak is often considered a great alternative to Mount Cho-Oyu, with a more diverse landscape and challenging climbing, and is sometimes used as a training peak for those aiming to climb Mount Everest. The peak is also known as the Jewel of the Middle West of Nepal because of its incomparable beauty, offering stunning views of the surrounding Himalayan peaks.
Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu (1,400 m)
Arrival in Kathmandu. Rest and recover after your flight.
Day 2: Official Formalities & Sightseeing Tour of Kathmandu
Complete necessary permits and paperwork. Afternoon sightseeing tour of Kathmandu.
Day 3: Drive to Besisahar (760 m)
Drive from Kathmandu to Besisahar (approx. 6-7 hours).
Day 4: Drive to Dharapani (1,865 m)
Drive from Besisahar to Dharapani (around 4-5 hours).
Day 5: Trek to Tilije (2,300 m)
Start the trek from Dharapani to Tilije (approx. 5-6 hours).
Day 6: Trek to Bhimthang (3,725 m)
Trek from Tilije to Bhimthang (approx. 7-8 hours).
Day 7: Rest and Acclimatization
Rest day in Bhimthang for acclimatization.
Day 8: Trek to Samdo via Larke Pass (3,600 m)
Trek from Bhimthang to Samdo, crossing the Larke Pass (approx. 8-9 hours).
Day 9: Trek to Samagaon (3,540 m)
Trek from Samdo to Samagaon (approx. 4-5 hours).
Day 10: Rest and Acclimatization
Rest day in Samagaon for acclimatization.
Day 11: Trek to Manaslu Base Camp (4,750 m)
Trek from Samagaon to Manaslu Base Camp (approx. 4-5 hours).
Day 12-14: Prayer Ceremony, Preparation, and Training at Manaslu Base Camp (4,750 m)
Spend three days at the base camp for prayer ceremonies, preparation for the climb, and training for mountaineering skills and techniques.
Day 15-29: Climbing Period
The climbing period begins. These days are dedicated to the ascent of Manaslu, with the team making multiple attempts to summit based on weather conditions, acclimatization, and team strength.
Day 30: Manaslu Base Camp – Cleaning (4,750 m)
After the climbing period, cleaning the base camp and preparing to return.
Day 31: Trek Back to Samagaon (3,540 m)
Descend from the base camp back to Samagaon (approx. 4-5 hours).
Day 32: Trek Back to Samdo (3,600 m)
Trek from Samagaon back to Samdo (approx. 4-5 hours).
Day 33: Trek Back to Bhimthang (3,725 m)
Trek from Samdo back to Bhimthang (approx. 7-8 hours).
Day 34: Trek Back to Dharapani (1,865 m)
Descend from Bhimthang back to Dharapani (approx. 6-7 hours).
Day 35: Drive Back to Kathmandu (1,400 m)
Drive from Dharapani back to Kathmandu (approx. 6-7 hours).
Day 36: Final Departure
Final day in Kathmandu. Transfer to the airport for your departure.
Day 37: Extra Days (Contingency)
Extra days reserved in case of bad weather or other unforeseen delays during the trek
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