Manaslu Expedition 2024
Elevation:
8163 m
Location:
North/West Nepal (Gorkha)
First Ascent:
Manaslu was first climbed on May 9, 1956, by Toshio Imanishi and Gyalzen Norbu, members of a Japanese expedition.
Climbing Season:
Autumn is the best and Spring
Expd. Duration:
35 days (typically)
Climbing duration:
15-22 days (typically)
Group Size:
02-12 persons per Group
Manaslu is the eighth-highest mountain in the world at 8,163 metres (26,781 ft) above sea level. Manaslu is located on the north side of Gorkha district along the Budi Gandaki valley. Manaslu Mountain was previously known as Keaton l. 'tang' being the Tibetan word for flat place, thereby describing the mountain's general summit. Manaslu was then renamed Manaslu, which comes from the Sanskrit word "Manasa" meaning "intellect" or "soul". Many consider the three peaks of Manaslu as Japanese peaks, as they were the first to reach its summit in 1956. There exist half a dozen different routes on Manaslu today. The Manaslu south face of this ‘Mountain of intellect’ is arguably the toughest in climbing history as well as peak 29 is very famous located in this area too.
Manaslu was first climbed on May 9, 1956 by Toshio Imanishi and Gyalzen Norbu, members of a Japanese expedition.
The main trekking route to Manaslu Base Camp, caravan route, takes off at Samagaon. There are two routes, either come from over the high Larke pass start Besisahar or from start Sotikhola - Jagat to Samagau.
From Samagau head up to Manaslu Base Camp at 4750 m. Asian Hiking Team made Manaslu Expedition Camp I at 5700 meters at the bottom of the North Peak right above the glacier in a protected area. Expedition Camp II is located in the safe section of the climb in a relatively flat area at 6400 meters, although at this campsite there can be a lot of snow accumulation. Climbing from Camp II to Camp III is one of the shortest days and only takes around 3 hours. We make our Camp III at the elevation of 6800 meters just below the col to avoid the very strong winds, so we ensure that all our tents are anchored properly. The route continues up the remaining glacier climbing steep sections of snow and ice with safety towards Camp IV at 7400 meters, which is the last camp on our Manaslu expedition. Finally, we have to traverse past, sadly exposed remnants of former expeditions, smashed tents and dumped rubbish to reach the Summit, a tiring day involving a 6 to 8 hour climb. Nowadays, the climbers are attracted to climbing this beautiful mountain and from the summit you can see many mountains of Annapurna and Ganesh Himal range as well as Tibetan dry land.
Asian Hiking Team well organized Manalsu Expedition who have led experience climbing Sherpa. The trekking route we mentioned drives from Kathmandu to Sotikhola, trekking all the way to Samagau you can stay at a hotel or lodge and head to Manaslu base camp. After ascending Manaslu either you can pass over the Larke La pass or you can continue the trek to Sotikhola. But we have both itinerary, so you can start trek clock side as well.
Day by Day Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport, meet our staff then transfer to Hotel (B).
Day 02 - Day 03: Kathmandu free day-Official works for expedition and briefing by officer of the Ministry of Tourism (BB).
Start Trekking
Day 04: Kathmandu to Arughat Bazar (620m), continues to Sotikhola to Machha Khola (870 m) by Jeep/ Local Bus 9-12 hours, overnight hotel (B/L/D).
Day 05: MachheKhola to Jagat (1340 m), 5-6 hours, Overnight Lodge /Guest house (B/L/D).
Day 06: Jagat to Deng (1860m), 5-6 hours, Overnight Lodge /Guest house (B/L/D).
Day 07: Deng to Namrung (2630m), 5-6 hours 2300m, Overnight Lodge /Guest house (B/L/D).
Day 08: Namrung to Lho (3180m), 4-6 hours, Overnight Lodge /Guest house (B/L/D).
Day 09: Lho to Samagaou (3360m), 4-5 hours, Overnight Lodge /Guest house (B/L/D).
Day 10: Acclimatization rest day in Samagaou, Overnight Lodge /Guest house (B/L/D).
Day 11: Samagau to Manaslu Base camp (4900m), 3-5 hours, meet our staffs, overnight at camp (B/L/D).
Day 12 to Day 28 - Start Climbing
That is acclimatization and climbing period.
Base Camp 4900m
Camp I - 5700m
Camp II - 6400m
Camp III - 6800m
Camp IV - 7400m
Manaslu Summit 88163m
End Climbing
Day 29: High Camp / Base Camp – Sama Gau, overnight at Hotel/ Guest house (B/L/D).
Day 30: Trek from Samagau to Namrung 5-6 hours, Overnight Lodge /Guest house (B/L/D).
Day 31: Trek from Namrung to Jagat, 8-10 hours, Overnight Lodge /Guest house (B/L/D).
Day 32: Jagat to Machhekhola Overnight Lodge /Guest house (B/L/D).
Day 33: Machha Khola to Sotikhola continues to Kathmandu drive by tourist coach 7-9 hours, Overnight Hotel (B/L).
Day 34: Kathmandu free, overnight hotel, (BB).
Day 35: Last minute, transfer to the airport for your onward journey (B).
Note: It is possible after summit return over the Larky Pass or take a Helicopter.
Optional Trekking itinerary over the Larkya Pass
Others days are same (itinerary to reach the Samagau)
Day 04: Kathmandu to Besi Shahar continue to Dharapani (1860m) by Bus/Jeep, 9-12 hours, overnight at hotel (B/L/D).
Day 05: Trekking to Tilje (2360m), 4-6 hours, overnight at hotel/Lodge (B/L/D).
Day 06: Trekking to Bhimtang (3590m), 4-6 hours, overnight at hotel/Lodge (B/L/D).
Day 07: Over the Larkya Pass 5213m, trek to Dharmasala 4900 m, 8-14 hours, overnight at Lodge (B/L/D).
Day 08: Dharmasala to Samagau 5-7 hours, overnight at hotel (B/L/D).
After Samagau we follow the itinerary as above.
Cost and payment details
The cost is depending on group size, affected due to the requirement of number of guides and porters, requisite of Hotel in Kathmandu, method of land/air transport. The itinerary is changeable and modifiable as per needs and time frame of trekkers. Cost will be re calculated if the itinerary is changed or modified. Additional activities may be added as per trekkers request with appropriate additional cost. For Total Tour cost, EMAIL US, we will send you within 24 hours as your requirements.
Total Expedition cost US$ 12,500
Service Cost Includes:
- All arrival and departure airport transfers with Asian Hiking Team Assistance.
- Hotel in Kathmandu as itinerary with breakfast (3/4-star hotel on request).
- Land transport to/from trek start/end point for members/ cargo fees as itinerary.
- Land transport to/from trek start/end point for Liaison Officer and our staffs as itinerary.
- Expedition royalty and climbing permit fees.
- National Park/ Conservation fees or permits.
- Government appointed Liaison Officer.
- Expedition/Mountaineering insurance for Liaison officer, our guide and staffs.
- Accommodation during the trekking as best available Guest house / Hotel as itinerary.
- Base Camp single tent with mattress and pillow for each member, climbing Sherpa, BC staff and Liaison Officer.
- High altitude tents for all members and climbing Sherpa’s.
- All camping equipment like camp furniture (table, chairs), kitchenware, kitchen, dining, guest, shower and toilet tents in Base camp.
- Major Meals during the trekking (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) by Guest house /Hotel menus and cooked 3 meals with tea or coffee by professional cook in Base Camp.
- One high altitude Climbing Sherpa per climber to assist the member during climb and summit attempt.
- All high food and fuel for Base Camp and higher camps during expedition.
- Baggage/ Equipment allowance for trekking up and down is maximum 30-40 kg per person.
- Base Camp Manager, Base Camp cook, necessary staffs.
- Emergency Oxygen (3 bottles per member) with mask and regulator.
- Common climbing equipment (necessary rope, ice bars, ice screws, etc.).
- Wages, meals, accommodation, equipment, medical and accidental Insurances for Sherpa guide and other staffs.
- Solar panel/generator at Base Camp for light and charging small electronics (e.g. mobile phones, amateur digital cameras and handheld video cameras).
- Rope fixing fee.
- Satellite phone carrying by Guide for communication and available for members with nominal cost.
- First Aid medical kits.
- Our service charge and Government Taxes.
- Fair well dinner.
Service Cost Excludes:
- International airfare from / to your country.
- Nepal's entry visa fee (can be obtained at the airport upon arrival).
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu as itinerary.
- Hotel accommodation beyond itinerary (as per itinerary) stay in Kathmandu.
- Personal trekking and climbing gears.
- Personal insurance such as travel, accident, medical, emergency evacuation, and lost luggage.
- Expenses of a personal nature such as hard and soft drinks, laundry, postage, telephone, email, internet etc.
- Applicable customs duty and import licence fees for all personal expedition goods arriving in Nepal by air/road as cargo.
- Personal solar pack (if any) for charging heavy electronics (laptops, professional camera, batteries, etc.).
- Summit bonus (For Everest $1800, For others mountain US$1000) / staffs Tips/ Donation.
- Gifts, souvenirs.
- Any other item not mentioned in “THE PACKAGE COST INCLUDES” section.