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How Much does Manaslu Trek Cost for 2025
This article helps you to figure out the Manaslu Trek cost. Manaslu is a remote region home to Tibetan ethnicity, which practices ancient Tibetan culture and region. The trek is an off-beat trek that takes travelers on an amazing mountainous journey with rough trails. Manaslu Circuit Trek is less crowded as it is less explored. The facilities in this region are limited, but the unspoiled natural beauty, beautiful landscapes, and snow-covered mountains mesmerize the trekkers. While trekking, you will see the stunning views of towering peaks, including Manaslu (8,163m), Larkya Peak, Annapurna II, and more.
Manaslu Trek is undoubtedly a worthwhile trek if it is done with proper planning. Trek cost is an essential factor that determines the overall experience of the trekking journey. Consider factors such as trek duration, trek route, group sizes, trek seasons, trek services, tour operator, personal expenses, accommodation, meals, and transportation types while planning for the Manaslu Trek Cost 2024/25. Wise planning of the Manaslu trek offers a comfortable, fun-filled, and memorable trekking experience to the trekkers.
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Manaslu Trek Cost Factors
| Factors | Cost Breakdown |
| All-inclusive | All-inclusive Manaslu trek (with accommodation in Kathmandu) is slightly more expensive than the exclusive accommodation in Kathmandu. |
| Trek Packages | The Standard package is affordable compared to the Luxury package. |
| Transportation | A public Bus is reasonable compared to a Private Jeep. |
| Accommodation | Trek without a hotel stay in Kathmandu is cheaper than with a hotel stay in Kathmandu. (Both are available.)The teahouses stay is reasonable during the trek. |
| Manaslu Trek Permits | Buy from a trusted company. The cost depends on the policy and the coverage it provides. |
| Foods/Meals | Go for healthy hygienic local vegetable Nepali foods or minimize less in continental foods. |
| Drinking Water | Carry a water bottle and use water solution kits (iodine tablets) rather than purchase mineral water. |
| Trek Seasons | Peak-season treks are slightly expensive but offer fantastic views and the weather is also stable. |
| Tips for Guide and Porters | The standard tipping rate is 10 to 15% of your tour cost. However, tipping is a personal choice, so tip them depending on how satisfied you are with their services during the trek. |
| Tour Operator | Better to choose a local operator over an international operator. |
| Additional expenses | Route, guides and porter services, group sizes, other services, personal, and additional expenses factor determines the increase in cost. |
| Travel Insurance | Buy from a trusted company, the cost depends on the policy and the coverage it provides. |
| Trekking Equipment | Purchase or rent option is available. |
All-inclusive Manaslu Trek
Our all-inclusive Manaslu trek package includes 13% government VAT and official charges, as well as all trek permits, transportation, and accommodation with necessary arrangements. It also includes accommodation in Kathmandu at an additional cost. Hence, it is slightly expensive. Trekkers can book standard Manaslu 12-day treks without a hotel stay in Kathmandu if they are looking for a reasonable Manaslu trek.
Note: All-inclusive Manaslu treks are flexible and have options for selecting means of transportation and accommodation of their preferences.)
Manaslu Trek Packages
We have standard and luxury trek packages for trekkers that they can select according to their preferences and budgets. The Standard package is affordable compared to the Luxury package. The Standard Package includes only 3 meals and accommodation, a guide, a porter, all the trekking permits, and public transport. However, the Luxury package includes private transport, all the Hot and soft drinks, a Hot Shower, Hot water, Wi-Fi, Battery Charge, etc.
Manaslu Circuit Trek
11 Days
Adventure Treks
USD 849 per person
The Cost Breakdown For Manaslu Circuit Trek
Mode of Transportation for Manaslu Trek
Public Bus or Private Jeep are modes of transportation for the Manaslu trek as there is no airways facility. Public Bus is more affordable than private jeep but if travelers seek a comfortable ride, they can opt for private jeep ride.
| Public vehicle (Kathmandu to Machha Khola) | USD 10 per person |
| Private Jeep (Kathmandu to Machha Khola) | USD 250 per person |
| Private Jeep (Tilije – Kathmandu) | USD 400 per person |
Accommodation during the Manaslu Trek
Trek without a hotel stay in Kathmandu is cheaper than with a hotel stay in Kathmandu. Both options are available for trekkers. During the trek, basic teahouses are a means of accommodation. It provides beds, pillows, and blankets, while bathrooms are mostly outside the teahouse. Additional charges apply for hot water, laundry, shower, and internet use. Since Manaslu is a remote region, luxury lodges are not there, and normally, 2 people on a room-sharing basis.
| Standard hotels in Kathmandu cost | USD 50 per night |
| Luxury hotels in Kathmandu cost | USD 200 to USD 250 per night |
| Budget-friendly teahouses cost | USD 5 to USD 10 per night |
Manaslu Trek Permits
3 permits are compulsory for the Manaslu Circuit trek. Ensure you have these permits before setting on your Manaslu Circuit trek to comply with local regulations. The permits are the Manaslu Restricted Area Permit (MRAP), Manaslu Conservation Area Project (MCAP) Permit, and Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) Permit. You can get this permit either from the National Tourism Board in Kathmandu or the entry gate of the Conservation Area.
| Manaslu Restricted Area Permit (MRAP) | December to August Cost: First week: USD 75 per person After 8 days: USD 10 per day September to November Cost: First week: USD 100 per person After 8 days: USD 15 per day |
| Manaslu Conservation Area Project (MCAP) Permit | September to November Cost: First week: USD 100 per person After 8 days: USD 15 per day |
| Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) Permit | USD 30 per person |
Foods/Meals during Manaslu Trek
Trekkers can eat at their preferred places (budget-friendly or luxury restaurants) as food options are varied in Kathmandu. During the trek, teahouses have a menu for Nepali foods, and very limited continental foods prepared in their style. Since most of the locals follow Buddhism, meats are prohibited in many places. So, there is a high chance of getting vegetable meal options only during the trek. It is good to avoid meat regarding health concerns during the trek.
| Food in Kathmandu costs | USD 15- USD 25 (per day)- a normal meal at a budget-friendly place |
| Food in Kathmandu costs | USD 25- USD 40 (per day)- a normal meal at a luxury place |
| Food in teahouses costs | USD 25- USD 35 (per day)- a normal meal (during the trek) |
Note: Prices can go higher as the altitude rises during the trek. Also, an additional charge applies for extra meals or drinks.
Drinking Water for Manaslu Trek
Drinking water is easily available to your preferences. Travelers can purchase mineral water bottles in Kathmandu as well as during the trek. As the elevation rises, the cost per bottle also gets higher. To minimize plastic waste, it is advisable to buy boiled water at teahouses or carry a durable water bottle. Along with it, bring a water filter, iodine tablet, or purification kit for safe water drinking. This can be an alternative way to minimize the cost.
| Mineral water in Kathmandu costs | USD 1 (for 2 bottles) |
| Mineral water costs | USD 1-USD 4 (per bottle)- (during the trek) |
| Boil water costs | USD 1-USD 3 (during the trek) |
Additional Expenses for Manaslu Trek
Additional expenses during any trek are common, but if wisely managed, the overall trek cost easily comes within the budget. The trek duration, trek route, preferred services (mode of transportation, luxury accommodation, and porter), group sizes, personal expenses, and additional expenses during the trek are cost-determining factors during the trek.
Additional Costs
Trek Duration | Personal expenses, Hotel stay in Kathmandu During the trek (hot shower, use of the internet, extended trek days, extra drinks and meals) |
| Trek Route | Extended side treks are possible but add additional expenses |
| Services | Personal expenses, Hotel stay in Kathmandu During the trek (hot shower, use of the internet, extended trek days, extra drinks and meals) |
| Additional expenses | Personal expenses, Hotel stay in Kathmandu during the trek (hot shower, use of the internet, extended trek days, extra drinks and meals) |
| Group sizes | Large group sizes: Trek cost per person is reasonable. |
Travel Insurance for Manaslu Trek
Travel insurance is essential during trekking in Nepal’s mountains. Make sure to choose a reliable company that covers medical emergencies, emergency evacuation, and high elevations above 5,000m. Travel insurance includes the mentioned coverage between USD 100 and USD 200.
Trekking Equipment for Manaslu Trek
The right trekking equipment is essential since Manaslu Trek is an off-beat trek. Trekking on the rough trails, walking long hours daily, and experiencing elevation gain during the Manaslu trek are challenging for the trekkers. Thus, we recommend purchasing only essential equipment and gear that can be used for future treks, too.
Trekkers can hire other trekking equipment and gear that might be required during the trek to minimize the trek cost. It is the best option to hire equipment and gear if the trekker’s budget is tight. Check the equipment and gear carefully before hiring.
Manaslu Trek Seasons
Spring (Mar-May) and Autumn (Sep-Nov) are the best times for the Manaslu Circuit Trek as they amaze trekkers with phenomenal views, and the weather is mostly stable. However, the trek cost during the peak season is slightly higher, and room-sharing is mostly common. Off-season treks are reasonable compared to peak-season treks, and there is a high chance of discounts on trek packages.
However, off-season treks (winter and rainy seasons) are not recommended for the Manaslu trek as it is an off-beat trek in a remote region. With proper planning and preparation, experienced trekkers can go for this trek during off-seasons if they wish to.
Manaslu Trek Tips for Guides and Porters
Manaslu Trek requires a compulsory professional licensed guide to do the trek as it lies in a restricted region. Guides are there to navigate you and take care of all your necessities during the trek. Overall, to make your trek more memorable, a guide plays a vital role. Likewise, hiring a porter is not compulsory, but we recommend hiring as carrying heavy luggage on rough trails is challenging.
12 Days Manaslu Circuit Trek from Kathmandu
We have just got back from an amazing 12 day Manaslu circuit trek organised incredibly quickly by Harka. He was super responsive and kept us updated at every point. Our guide, Mr Jayaram was amazing – he had incredible insight into the area, was always enthusiastic and checked in with us about our welfare regularly. Mr Jayaram was great at setting a good pace, ensuring we could take in the sights and save enough energy for the high pass. He also altered the itinerary to give us a slightly shorter day which had the benefit of a better view of Manaslu. Our porter, Shiva, was a great guy teaching us the ways of Nepalese rummy. To note; the public bus to Soti khola is little short on leg room but we had a sofa bus on the return which was comfortable. Absolute 10/10 experience all round, thank you!
Again, wonderful experience
Thanks to Himalaya Trip going to Nepal feels like going home. I completed the Manaslu Circuit trek two weeks ago, just after the protests in the Kathmandu valley. That has been my second trek in Himalayas with Himalaya Trip, and again it was an awesome experience: exploring extraordinary places, foods, culture and traditions. My guide, Ramesh took excellent care of me and made sure I would see off-the-beaten-track places, forgotten villages and that I would try local specialities tourists normally do not have chance of trying. Everything was well thought of and organized and I felt completely satisfied and safe. It is the best time to go trekking now, as the skies are clear, weather is favourable and the life has come back to normal in the Kathmandu valley after the demonstrations. I am looking forward to booking my next trip with these guys next year!
guide, Jay was a really nice guy
Myself and three other guys who usually trek independently got together and used Harka’s company to organise aspects of our trek in Tsum valley. He responded to email enquiries promptly and did everything that was asked of him. He was personable and straightforward and immediately proved his worth before even leaving KTM when one of our group lost his passport and all his cash on the first day! Harka was able to sort out the issues with the Embassy and bank and made what could have been a total hassle a lot easier. Our guide, Jay was a really nice guy – professional, likeable and easy going. If you’re looking for a company to organise your trek, I can wholeheartedly recommend this one.
UK, April 2014
Manaslu circuit trek and Tsum valley
Harka provided us a confident and great guide for the Manaslu circuit trek and Tsum valley. We were 23 days in the mountains which was amazing. our guide was very reliable and helped with the meals and homestay accommodation. We also found him fun and a good companion for the journey. Overall we highly recommend Manaslu circuit and Himalaya Trip
UK, April , 2016
Excellent trekking company and guide Jayandra
We recently completed a 4 week trek in Manaslu and Tsum Valley with Himalaya Trip and Jayandra Gurung as our guide. Jayandra was very responsive to our email queries and got back to us quickly. On the trek, Jayandra was very conscientious about doing a good job and keeping us safe. He was patient and flexible with our suggestions. We specified wanted a guide who was flexible and responsive to our ideas and suggestions and Jayandra was excellent. Decisions were made together. He is easy going and very pleasent to be around. Jayandra went above and beyond by carrying fresh fruit for our dessert each night. What a treat! We were also able to visit Jay’s home in Kathmandu and his village while on the trek to meet his family. We really appreciated this opportunity. The head of the company, Harka, was also very helpful, and kept the communication flowing when Jay was out trekking with other clients. We had an excellent trek. No complaints at all.
Canada, Dec 2016
Lifetime memory thanks to Himalaya Trip / Guide / Porter
I did quite a bit of research for a reputable agency for my 16 day Manaslu Circuit trek. I emailed a number of different agencies, and got price quotes that ranged quite a bit. I decided to go with Himalaya Trip because the price was great, the communication was excellent, and equally important, the fixed prices quoted for things like a private jeep were exactly what the cost should be — this agency was not trying to hike up prices and make money off me like so many other agencies tried to do. I felt like I can trust these guys.
Our guide Jay, and porter Deep, were two really great guys. We shared a lot of laughs with them and they were near the top of the list of why this excursion was so great.
Jay was always looking out for us, making sure we’re ok, and safety was always his top priority. Our agency recommended crampons for the pass, and they came in handy. Most others that we passed on the trail did not have them.
If you’re looking to book a trekking trip or any other tour in Nepal, you will not go wrong with this company. Just email them and you will see … the communication alone will put you at ease.
FYI – many people like to “shop around” in Kathmandu for agencies because they will find a better price. We met some people who did that, and the price we paid with this agency was significantly lower than they ended up paying.
USA, March 2017
Magnificent Manaslu
The trip of a lifetime on one of the best treks in Nepal, professionally organized by Harka and his team at Himalaya Trip and especially my expert guide Shyam.
On arrival in Kathmandu Harka had all my permits ready. What followed was 17 days of pure adventure. Thanks to Harka. Himalaya Trip get a five star rating. Will be back again soon.
Ireland, Oct 2017
We just finished the Manaslu Circuit
We just finished the Manaslu Circuit. We booked with Harka and his team and it was perfect. The organization was very efficient: Harka is very responsive, and he answered all our (many!!) questions in no time.
Our guide Jayandra was the best. He is a wonderful guide, never trying to hurry, always being flexible and calm. We wanted the itinerary not to be too strict, as we like to take our time and walk as far as we get, not as far as the itinerary tell us. He helped us a lot, always showing us to the nicest locations in the villages and some great spots for our breaks. He always knew if there would be another good overnight option a little further down or if it was better to stay and most importand: He obviously always knew where to get the best Dal Bhat 😉 No request was ever too much trouble. We had a great trek!
Thanks a lot for the unforgettable time.
Germany, Nov 2017
Manaslu Circuit Trek was a Wonderful experience
The whole Manaslu Circuit trek was a Wonderful experience! We enjoyed it thoroughly. Our guide Om an our porter Ram were just pefect in assisting, organizing and telling us everything we wanted to know. The weather at the beginning of October was also perfect. Not to forget Harka, who organized everything very well from Kathmandu. I can highly recommend Himalaya Trip ! Rainer Goetzelman
, October 26, 2018
Manaslu trekking with Surpa (Guide-porter) and Min (porter)
We had a fantastic time doing the Manaslu trekking with Surpa and Min. Surpa was really knowledgable and always tried to find the best places to stay for us. His help and support were necessary to bring us up to the top of Larkya La pass while one of us had altitude sickness. Min, our porter, was also fantastic. Always happy and ready to play card games when done with the day. Not only it was a physical experience but also a human one. Thank you Himalaya Trip for that time. Highly recommend!
French, April 2019
Wunderfull and unforgettable views and experiences Manaslu trekking including Larka pass 5106 meters.
We, father and son, did the 14 Days Manaslu Trekking in may 2022. We have very good experiences with Harka and Jay. They are very helpfull to make you a good time. From beginning to end they are pleased to help you to make up youre plans.
Germany, May 2022
Manaslu Circuit Trek with Himalaya Trip
We did the Manaslu Circuit Trek with Himalaya Trip and it was quite awesome. We had quite some luck because monsoon season was bit longer as usual. But it almost did not rain.
Big thanks to Jay our guide and Mesak our porter. They did a great job and were really flexible, so we could have influence in the program. Also open to all the question we had about Nepal and especially the valleys we were in.
Switzerland, September 2023Hiring a porter is a wise decision. Tipping is a personal choice, but the standard tipping rate is 10 to 15% of the trek’s overall cost. Travelers can tip depending on their satisfaction level with their services or on their budget.
Manaslu Trek Tour Operator
Nepal’s regions are home to local tour operators; hence, they are familiar with the geography and culture in detail. International tour operators hire local operators to provide services to the trekkers, but the cost they charge is higher. It may not cover some essential services such as meal packages. However, local tour operators provide all services at a lower cost than them, which is a good deal for travelers.
Manaslu Trek with Himalaya Trip?
Manaslu trek packages with Himalaya Trip are best sellers as per trekkers’ preferences, but the trek package that sells the most is the standard 12-day Manaslu Trek, which costs from US749 to USD 849 per person. It is affordable to everyone and, hence, the most popular. Trekkers have the flexibility to choose their accommodation and other services at an additional cost.
Conclusion
Manaslu Trek in Nepal allures trekkers and treats them with an unforgettable adventure through challenging passes and remote, authentic villages. The beautiful views of snow-capped peaks, ancient Tibetan culture immersion, and basic teahouse lifestyle during the trek are truly an enriching experience for trekkers. With proper preparation and maintaining good physical fitness, the Manaslu Trek is achievable. We guarantee trekkers a rewarding and memorable Manaslu trek journey with their wise and appropriate budgeting.
