Solo Manaslu Trekking 2024

Manaslu trekking region is among the geographically hinterland yet enriched with adventure, nature and cultural just east of Annapurna. Exploring this adventurous Circuit Manaslu trekking trail is only possible with group, leading by guide with Nepalese trekking company. To sum up, Solo Manaslu Trekking is not possible.

Although you have previous good experience, well preparation, mountain fitness and strong commitment, Solo Manaslu Trekking is impossible. Even you are not legitimate for Manaslu Trekking until you fulfill few legal barriers as government of Nepal.

Manaslu Trekking in Short

Manaslu Trekking area is emerging as the best alternative to the over popular crowed and commercialize Annapurna Circuit Trek. Pristine nature with 8000ers high mountain, Tibetan influencing culture, festivals, lifestyle and religion makes Manaslu Trekking the best.

Similarly, the offbeat circuit trekking trail featured with multi ethnics people enjoying their day to day life adds the heat. The trail itself start from 8000m and reach the ultimate height of 5106 m at Larkya La Pass. During the hike, you will experience the true meaning of wilderness of topology. Also the climate, temperature and vegetation changes as we gain the altitude. Even touch the few different trekking area like Ganesh Himal Trek, Tusm Valley Trek and another best Annapurna Circuit Trek.

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The alluring views of Mount Manaslu, eighth highest of the world with sky touching hight of 8163m makes your views always great with other peaks like Larkya, Samdo, Buddha, Peri and more. Likewise, the region is full of antique buddhist monasteries, architectures, artistry stupas and mani wall which make Manaslu the best trekking in Nepal. This novel circuit trekking in Nepal passes along the Budigandaki river valley through untouched villages with its untouched feature. In short, Manaslu Trekking is the full package to experience Mountains, isolated nature, culture, religion, people and adventure.

Is Solo Manaslu Trekking is Possible?

Unfortunately No! you can’t take Solo Manaslu Trekking. Solo Manaslu Trekking is banned by Nepal Government. We called it restricted area trekking in Nepal which is not permitted without a professional guide. Even you need a trekking group and a registered local company like Trekking Trail Nepal.

Since Manaslu trek belong to restrict trekking zone, you have few government rules and policy which you need to follow.

The first and important rules is Solo Manaslu Trekking is prohibited. In short Manaslu Trekking without Guide is Not Possible. Every travelers must have professional trekking guide. Similarly, Trekking permits only can be issue though the register and legitimate trekking company of Nepal. In the same vein, at least 2 travelers are must to issue the permits. This means solo trekkers are not able to get the Manaslu Trekking permits, even with guide.

In short, three condition you must pass to explore the Manaslu Trekking as Nepal Government just to apply for the permits.

• Minimum of 2 trekkers in a group. Doesn't count trekking guide and porter.
• Must have a Licensed trekking Guide or Porter.
• Only then the legitimate local trekking company can apply for the Permits.

Why Manaslu Trekking Area is Restrict Trekking.

The Manaslu trekking, mostly the part of Manaslu Conservation are is declared as a restricted trekking area. The major purpose of it to preserving the nature, culture and historical assets as it is. it also helps to continuing the quality of serenity, rusticity of the area. Similarly, restrict policy control the numbers of traveller in the area, to stop the human activities which impact the region.

Cost of Manaslu Trekking Guides and Porters

As we make clear there is no possibility for Solo Manaslu Trekking, minimum you have trekking guide or porter. Guides are not only the person who navigate and leads the trail for you. They are you travel companion, waiter, photographer, paramedic, translator. S/he not only recommend you the best food, drinks and place but also cooks some days especially for you. In short they are the physical Trip-Advisor and even porter for emergencies.

Cost of Manaslu Trekking guide and porter has no big difference. Obviously guides and porter cost extra than Solo Manaslu Trekking. But here we are showing the best alternative that you can be limit into your budget.

Experienced Trekking Guide Cost € 19-22 Per Day

Hiring experience and excellent trekking guide is the best way to explore the Manaslu Trekking. The value of Manaslu trekking with guide cannot be expressed in words. You will be always in safe hands not only from getting lost but also with lots of unseen threats from people, nature and weathers. However, trekking guide will not carry your

Trekking Porter Cost € 15-18 Per Day

If you are not habitual to carry your own trekking gears trekking porter is the best alternative. They will help you to carry your luggages for the entire trip of Manaslu Trekking. They will carry about 22 Kg of backpack happily even with smile as high as Manaslu.

Porter-Guide Cost € 15-18 Per Day

Manaslu Trekking can be done with Porter-Guide. If you are an explorer and need just a friend to help in all part of trek, Porter-Guide is the best option. Here you can minimize the cost of Manaslu Trekking.
They are certified guide but with very little experience, less local knowledge and very basis comminution skills. However they only carry the luggage below 10-12 Kgs. In short they do the both job of Guide as well as porter.

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All the above mention cost are including of fooding, lodging, insurance even transportation as itinerary. But if any cost arise due to changes to the original package you have to bear the extra cost.

Best Months for Manaslu Trekking

As you know you are not permitted for Solo Manaslu Trekking you have to hire guide, at least a porter. On the other hand, you have to select the best months form Manaslu trekking, no matter you have guide or not. Choosing the best month for short Manaslu Circuit trekking or with Tsum Valley offers you the beautiful views of mountains, clear sky, crops full fields even featured with local festivals.

Autumn and Spring season are the best season for Manaslu trekking, similar to other trekking in Nepal. Since Manaslu Trekking Permits cost less for spring season, it even best for budget travelers to trek in the month of March, April and May. In short, the months of March, April, May, September, October and November are best months for Manaslu Trekking.

Spring season is the months of March, April and May in Nepal. This season is best as it featuring with new greenery of forest even decorating with magnolias and rhododendron flowers. In the same vein, white mountain with blue sky in the background, warm temperature gives you the best experience on Manaslu trekking.

Autumn is the another best season to trek for Manaslu Trekking. The festivals fever, clear blue sky with white mountains together with light snowfall are the feature of September, October and November. However the morning and evening might be chilly but calm wind makes Autumn season one best time for Manaslu trek.

Required Permits for Manaslu Trekking and Cost

Most of the popular Trekking in Nepal require permits. Especially restricts area trekking needs few different permits like Manaslu Trekking. Normal areas trekking permits can be issue at the Nepal Tourism Board, related conservation area or at the trail heads. However you need to get all permits for Manaslu Trekking in Kathamndu and it cost is different. Even the rate of restrict area trekking permits cost changes with months.

1. Restricted Area Permits:

- US $ 70 for first 7 days. And US $ 10 per additional days during the best seasons for Manaslu Trekking. These months are September, October, and November.

US$ 50 for first 7 days. And US $ 7 per additional days in for low season for the month, from December to August. However the spring season ( March, April and May ) is another best season / months for Manaslu as well all trekking in Nepal.

2. Manaslu Conservation Area Permit (MCAP):

- Foreign Nationals: NRS 3000 US $ 26

- SAARC Nationals : NRS 200 US $ 1.75

3. Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP):

- Foreign Nationals: NRS 3000 US $ 26

- SAARC Nationals : NRS 200 US $ 1.75

4. Tsum Valley Trekking Permit:

You need Tsum valley trekking permit if you are only combine Tsum Valley with Manaslu Circuit Trek. The area of Chhumling, Chhekampar, Chunchet, Nile, Chhule and Mu-Gompa can be explore with Tsum Valley trekking permits.

- US $ 35 for first 8 days. And US $ 5 per additional days during the best seasons for Manaslu Trekking. For the months of September, October, and November.

- US$ 25 for first 8 days. And US $ 3 per additional days in for low season for the month, from December to August.

Am I fit for Manaslu Trekking? How Difficult is it?

• Manaslu Trekking Tsum Valley Trek or Even Short Manaslu Circuit Trek including a acclimatization day is a moderate trek. However this newly popular wilderness trekking trail has some feature of difficult treks.
• Itself the question Am I Fit for Manaslu Trekking is difficult to answer. Since there is on physical measuring rod to measure the How Difficult is Manaslu Trekking? However we Trekking Trail Nepal comes with some points regarding How Difficult is Manaslu Trekking, so you can compare and get the answer of Am I Fit for Manaslu Trekking.
• The highest pass is 5106m and the highest point where you spend the night is about 4450m which is similar to moderate trek. Similarly the pass does not need any technical skills to cross. Everyday hike between the camps is not long as marathon.
• Everyday you just need 6-8 hours hike including shorts breaks. However some section fo the trek is so steep as full of heart pumping but they are short. Every trekkers need some breaks and patience to overcome this.
• One most challenging day is the Larkya La Pass day in which we cross the highest point of Manaslu Trek. The is long but not difficult in terms of trails. The thin air along the 5000 meters altitude and long camp without proper lunch and brunch makes it little tough. But as we start to descent form the top we get more energize with more oxygen as well the glory of Manaslu Trekking success.

Meanwhile, we have to say everyone is not fit for Manaslu Trek. Especially for first time trekkers who are heading for Himalayas trekking trails in Nepal. But if you have few experiences of weeks long adventure hiking in the wilderness area Manaslu Trek probably fits for you. Similarly the phisycal fit jobs like policeman, army, fire brigade, runner, swimmer… are normally fit for Manaslu Trekking.

In short, Manaslu Trekking is not for everyone, But can complete with well preparation, strong mental power, dedication, patience together with good Itinerary and guide.

5 Best Tips to Hire The Best Trekking Guide / Porter

The most important topic for Manaslu Circuit Trek is a certified trekking guide. Please check the credential of guides before you make your leader. Ensure that S/he has original licensed including few years of experience.

• Make sure his fluency and accent of English. Although this is an adventure trip not business meeting. But it is important to your guide can speak properly and understand well. It must be okay that you both will not get any misunderstood while communicating thought the Manaslu Circuit Trek.
• Check the review of Guide as well trekking company. Always opt for Best trekking company in Nepal not Big.
• Guides and Porter do not required trekking permits. As our experience some trekking agency show the estimated cost including guides and porters. If you find so, please dump them there at the moment.
• Tipping is not mandatory but expected. Roughly USD 5 per day for guide and porter from one guest is the industry average. Most importantly, you hav to evaluate the quality of job, service and care they reflects on their work. We Trekking Trail Nepal suggest you to tip them well so they get motivated for their job.

Possible Outcome if you don not Hire Experienced Guide.

• Could not dal with the situation of Illness, Injury and Evacuation.
• Possibility of getting lost and ruin the Manaslu Trekking
• Communication Barrier not helps you to experience the local culture.
• Challenges to find Accommodation as well perfect food and drinks.

Final Verdict on Solo Manaslu Trekking

The pristine and wilderness natural beauty of the region drives 1000s of trekkers each years opt for Manaslu Trekking despite the condition. Even surprisingly the numbers are increasing every years. Ever since Nepal Government has open Region some distinct barriers are there for Manaslu Circuit Trekking for all foreign adventure travelers. So Solo Manaslu Trekking is impossible, You cannot opt for it individually . In short Manaslu circuit trek is only possible as group trekking, minimum two travelers under the guidance of certified trekking guide with permits issued through local company like Trekking Trail Nepal.

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