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StrenuousManaslu, Nepal
Manaslu Circuit Trek
A complete Himalayan circuit around the world's 8th highest peak — less crowded than Annapurna, equally stunning, with authentic Tibetan culture and the dramatic Larkya La Pass.
Quick Answer
The Manaslu Circuit trek takes 14–18 days, reaches a maximum altitude of 5,106m, and costs $1400–$2500 total (permits included). It is rated strenuous and best done in spring or fall.
Duration
14–18
days
Max Altitude
5,106m
16,752 ft
Total Cost
$1400–$2500
USD per person
Best Seasons
spring
fall
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Trek Highlights
- Larkya La Pass 5106m
- Birendra Lake glacial lake
- Samagaun village Tibetan culture
- Manaslu BC views (8163m)
- Remote teahouse experience
Permits & Documents Required
Restricted Area Permit
$100/week (Sep-Nov), $75/week (Dec-Aug)Manaslu is a restricted area — must trek with a registered agency (min 2 people)
Department of Immigration, Kathmandu (via agency)Processing: 3-5 business days
Manaslu Conservation Area Permit
$30 (Foreigner)Conservation area entry permit
Conservation office at checkpointProcessing: On the spot
TIMS Card
$20Trekkers' Information Management System card
Nepal Tourism BoardProcessing: Same day
Tip: Get your TIMS card and permits from the Nepal Tourism Board office in Kathmandu or Pokhara before starting your trek. Bring passport-sized photos and a copy of your passport.
Complete Equipment Checklist
🧥Clothing(12 items)
- Moisture-wicking base layers
- Fleece mid-layer jacket
- Waterproof shell jacket
- Trekking trousers (zip-off)
- Thermal underwear
- Warm hat & sun hat
- Gloves (liner + insulated)
- Wool/synthetic hiking socks (4+ pairs)
- Gaiters
- Down jacket (-20C)
- Balaclava / neck gaiter
- Insulated trekking boots
🎒Gear(8 items)
- 60–70L trekking backpack
- Sleeping bag (-10C rated)
- Trekking poles (collapsible)
- Headlamp + spare batteries
- Water bottles (2× 1L)
- Waterproof stuff sacks
- Crampons / microspikes
- UV-protection sunglasses (Cat 4)
🩺Essentials(9 items)
- Passport + permit photocopies
- First aid kit
- Diamox (altitude sickness prevention)
- Sunscreen SPF50+ & lip balm
- Water purification tablets
- Snacks (energy bars, trail mix)
- Cash in NPR (ATMs unreliable on trail)
- Oxygen saturation monitor (pulse oximeter)
- Emergency whistle
📷Optional(7 items)
- Kindle / book
- Playing cards
- Binoculars
- Journal & pen
- Portable charger (10000mAh+)
- Camera with extra batteries (cold drains fast)
- Satellite communicator (InReach)
📖 In-depth guide available
Read our complete day-by-day Manaslu Circuit guide with permit costs, teahouse tips, and altitude acclimatization advice.
Required Permits
- •Restricted Area Permit ($100/week)
- •Manaslu Conservation Permit ($30)
- •TIMS Card ($20)
Requirements
FitnessGood fitness
Difficultystrenuous
Acclimatization2 days
Max altitude5,106m (16,752 ft)
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