19 Day Manaslu Circuit Trek Cost 2026/2027
The total cost of the 19-Day Manaslu Circuit Trek starts from USD 1,799 per person, depending on your group size. The final price may vary depending on your preferred itinerary and customization options, such as hotel upgrades, additional activities, extra nights in Kathmandu, or choosing to trek without a porter. We are happy to customize the package to suit your preferences, budget, and travel plans.
Best Time for the Manaslu Circuit Trek
The best months to trek the Manaslu Circuit are late March to May (spring) and late September to November (autumn). These two seasons generally offer the most stable weather, comfortable trekking temperatures, and clearest mountain views, making them the favorite times for most trekkers.
That said, if you prefer a quieter trail and a different Himalayan experience, we also organize off-season Manaslu Circuit treks during June to August and December to February. These trips are available on special request for trekkers who understand the additional challenges of trekking during the monsoon and winter seasons.
Spring (March to May)
By early March, snow at higher elevations gradually begins to melt, and trekking conditions generally improve as the season progresses. By mid-March and April, many sections of the trail become more accessible. The weather gets warmer, and the lower parts of the Manaslu region come alive with colorful wildflowers, making the trekking experience even more beautiful.
Temperatures can range from around 20°C to 0°C, depending on the elevation, with colder conditions at higher altitudes. Spring is an excellent time to enjoy comfortable trekking conditions, blooming landscapes, and spectacular Himalayan views.
Autumn (Late September to November)
Autumn is another reliable season for the Manaslu Circuit Trek, offering generally stable weather, clear mountain views, and excellent trekking conditions. Temperatures can range from approximately 25°C to 0°C, depending on the elevation and time of day.
As autumn is the transition period between the monsoon and winter, you can enjoy fresh mountain air, clear skies, and beautiful landscapes. This season also coincides with several major Nepali festivals and local harvest activities. Along the trail, you may get opportunities to experience traditional celebrations, village gatherings, and the daily agricultural life of Himalayan communities.
Off-Season Trekking (June to August and December to February)
Although spring and autumn are the most popular seasons, the Manaslu Circuit can also be explored during the off-season with careful planning.
Summer/Monsoon (June to August): Heavy rainfall, slippery trails, landslides, and road disruptions can make trekking more challenging, particularly at lower elevations.
Winter (December to February): Heavy snowfall, freezing temperatures, and possible closure of Larkya La Pass can affect the trekking itinerary. Crossing the high pass may become difficult or unsafe.
We organize off-season treks on special request, depending on weather conditions, trail accessibility, and the safety of our guests. Our experienced local team will help assess the conditions before confirming your journey.
Travel Insurance for the Manaslu Circuit Trek
Travel insurance is essential and non-negotiable for the 19-day Manaslu Circuit Trek. Since this is a remote, high-altitude adventure involving challenging mountain trails and the crossing of Larkya La Pass (5,106 m), you must have comprehensive travel insurance that specifically covers high-altitude trekking and emergency evacuation.
Your travel insurance policy should explicitly cover:
Trip Cancellation and Delays: Protection against unexpected trip cancellations, travel delays, interruptions, and lost or delayed baggage.
High-Altitude Medical Coverage: Medical expenses for illnesses and injuries during trekking, including high-altitude trekking coverage up to at least 6,000 meters. Standard travel insurance policies often exclude activities above certain elevations, so check the conditions carefully.
Emergency Helicopter Evacuation: Coverage for emergency helicopter rescue in case of altitude sickness, serious illness, or injury in remote mountain areas. Helicopter evacuation can be extremely expensive without adequate insurance.
Accidents and Injuries: Coverage for trekking-related accidents, hospitalization, medical treatment, and related expenses in Nepal or abroad.
Medical Repatriation: Coverage for emergency transportation back to your home country if you experience a serious medical condition requiring specialized treatment.
Key Travel Insurance Tips
- Check the maximum altitude covered by your policy and ensure it includes trekking up to 6,000 meters.
- Confirm that emergency helicopter evacuation from remote Himalayan areas is explicitly included.
- Check whether your policy covers altitude sickness, trekking accidents, and emergency medical treatment.
- Keep a digital copy of your insurance policy on your phone and carry a printed copy during the trek.
- Purchase your travel insurance before departing for Nepal and make sure it covers your entire travel period.
Our recommendation: Do not choose travel insurance based on price alone. Make sure your policy provides adequate high-altitude medical coverage and emergency helicopter evacuation for the Manaslu region. Your safety and peace of mind are worth the investment.
Logistics - Manaslu Circuit Trek Permits 2026/27
The Manaslu Circuit Trek requires three main trekking permits, and individual trekkers cannot obtain them independently. You must arrange your permits through a registered trekking agency in Nepal, accompanied by a licensed trekking guide.
Here is a breakdown of the required permits and fees:
1. Manaslu Restricted Area Permit (MRAP)
This is the main permit required for the Manaslu Circuit Trek. The cost varies depending on the trekking season and duration of your stay in the restricted area.
September to November: USD 100 per person for the first 7 days, plus USD 15 per person per additional day.
December to August: USD 75 per person for the first 7 days, plus USD 7 per person per additional day.
2. Manaslu Conservation Area Permit (MCAP)
Cost: USD 30 per person.
This permit is required to enter and trek through the Manaslu Conservation Area.
3. Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP)
Cost: USD 30 per person.
This permit is required because the Manaslu Circuit route continues through parts of the Annapurna Conservation Area after crossing Larkya La Pass.
4. Local Government Entry Fee
Cost: NPR 2,000 per person.
A local entry fee may also apply, payable to the relevant local government authority along the trekking route.
Important: At Advent Himalaya Treks, we arrange the necessary trekking permits and documentation for our guests as part of the trekking package. Permit fees and regulations may change, so we confirm the applicable costs before your departure.
NOTE: If you have specific dietary requirements, food allergies, or preferences, we can arrange a dedicated cook guide to accompany you throughout the trek. They will prepare your meals according to your needs, helping ensure that your dietary requirements are carefully considered at every meal along the trail.
This logistics part is why going with a licensed local operator rather than trying to do it yourself makes the whole process a lot smoother.
Altitude Sickness - What to Know for Manaslu Circuit Trek
Since this trek takes you above 5,000m at both base camps, every trekker should prepare for altitude sickness and take it seriously. Common symptoms of Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) include headache, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, fatigue, weakness, dizziness, and difficulty sleeping.
HAPE (High-Altitude Pulmonary Edema) is a serious condition in which fluid builds up in the lungs. Warning signs include: Shortness of breath, even when resting
Persistent cough, sometimes with pink or frothy sputum
Chest tightness or a feeling of congestion in the lungs
Blue or grey lips or fingernails
Unusual or extreme fatigue and difficulty walking
HACE (High-Altitude Cerebral Edema) is another life-threatening form of altitude sickness caused by swelling of the brain.
Warning signs include:
- Severe or worsening headache
- Confusion or unusual behaviour
- Difficulty walking straight or maintaining balance
- Loss of coordination
- Extreme drowsiness or reduced consciousness
HAPE and HACE can develop when the body does not adjust properly to high altitude. Rapid ascent and inadequate acclimatization increase the risk. Alcohol and overexertion can also make altitude-related problems worse. Proper acclimatization, a gradual ascent, and listening to your body are essential throughout the trek.
What to Do If Symptoms Appear?
- Stop ascending immediately if you develop symptoms of altitude sickness.
- If symptoms are mild, rest at the same altitude and inform your guide. Do not continue higher until symptoms have completely resolved.
- If symptoms worsen or do not improve, descend to a lower altitude with assistance.
- If HAPE or HACE is suspected, descend immediately. Do not wait until the next morning or wait to see whether medication works.
- Seek urgent medical assistance. Oxygen and appropriate medication may be needed, but they must not delay descent when serious symptoms are present.
Our Guides' Role in Altitude Safety
Our guides carry a pulse oximeter and regularly check trekkers' oxygen saturation and pulse during the journey. These readings can help monitor your condition, but they cannot diagnose or rule out altitude sickness on their own. Your symptoms and overall condition are always important.
We explain altitude safety to every trekker on the first day. If your guide advises you to stop ascending or descend for safety reasons, please follow their instructions immediately. Your health and safety always come before reaching the next village or either base camp.
Medication, Insurance and Emergency Evacuation
Some trekkers use Diamox (acetazolamide) to help prevent altitude sickness. We strongly recommend discussing its suitability, dosage and possible side effects with your doctor before travelling. Do not start or change medication without appropriate medical advice.
In a serious emergency, helicopter evacuation may be possible from suitable locations along the route, depending on weather, visibility and operating conditions. This is why comprehensive travel insurance is essential. Make sure your policy specifically covers high-altitude trekking, emergency helicopter evacuation, and medical repatriation.
Medical Disclaimer: This information is provided for general awareness and preparation. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Consult your doctor before undertaking this high-altitude trek, especially if you have any existing medical conditions or concerns. Always follow qualified medical advice and your guide's safety instructions during the trek.
Important safety point: HAPE and HACE are medical emergencies. A trekker showing signs of either condition needs immediate assisted descent and urgent medical attention. A pulse oximeter reading that appears normal should never be used as a reason to ignore serious symptoms.
Accommodation on the Manaslu Circuit Trek
Don't expect luxury services on the Manaslu Circuit Trek. The teahouses along the Manaslu Circuit are simple, and that's what makes it feel more real. Rooms are basic, usually just twin beds and a shared bathroom down the hall, and you're sharing the space with whoever else is on the trail that night. Most teahouses have a communal dining hall where you'll actually spend your evenings talking about your day and discussing the plan with your guide for the next day. This is honestly the best part of most nights on this trek; getting to know about your guide, porters and other fellow trekkers in a warm room.
Electricity for charging and WiFi are available at most stops now for a small cost of USD$2-5, though don't expect fast or reliable connections the higher up you go and pack a power bank with you as it saves your expense as well as comes in hand in case there is no electricity in your stop.
Also, hot showers are available at the lower trails for a small fee of around USD$2-5 and almost get scarce as you climb higher. Our guides always recommend not to take much shower the higher you climb, especially on the day before your pass crossing.
Remember that the tea houses don't really accept cards or USD$. So, it is always the best to exchange Nepali currency in Kathmandu enough for your expense in the trail as you won’t find an ATM on the remote trails, and even if you find one, it doesn’t really work.
One thing to be ready for: rooms get cold at night, especially the higher you climb. A good sleeping bag isn't optional up here - it's essential. Though the teahouses do provide you with a blanket, it’s always recommended to carry your own sleeping bag as well.
Food and Meals on the Manaslu Circuit Trek
The food along the Manaslu Circuit is simple yet filling, and honestly better than what most people expect from teahouses. Dal bhat; rice, lentil soup, and a couple of curries is the trail staple, and it's the classic meal eaten by all your guides and porters in Nepal. It is genuinely the best fuel for long trekking days as “Dal Bhat Power, 24 Hour” is a famous saying in Nepal. Beyond that, you'll find noodles, pasta, soups, breads, pancakes, eggs, and potatoes cooked pretty much every way possible, along with snacks to keep you going between meals.
For drinks, tea, coffee, hot lemon, and soft drinks are available at most stops. Hot lemon is especially a trail favorite for a lot of trekkers, as it tastes really good, and is the best thing to have to stay warm and hydrated at the high altitude.
Why Trek Manaslu Circuit with Advent Himalaya Treks?
Anyone can take you to Kanchenjunga North and South Base Camps. What really matters is who you travel with and the experience you have along the way.
- A family-run company, not a franchise. Advent Himalaya Treks was started by Babu and his family and is still run by the same family. When you contact us, you speak directly with Babu, who knows the trails and the journey you are planning.
- Experience our family hospitality. Before or after your trek, join us at home for a hands-on momo-making session. Learn our family recipe, cook together, and enjoy an authentic Nepali meal.
- Experienced guides and a trusted team. Your trek will be led by an experienced guide who has completed the Kanchenjunga route 9–10 times, including at least five times as the main guide. Our guides and porters are part of our extended family, including Dawa, who has been with us for 19 years.
- Private airport pickup and drop-off. Babu, Meera, or both will personally welcome you at the airport and arrange your private transfer.
- Flexible, tailor-made itineraries. The itinerary is a starting point. We can adjust the route, pace, and arrangements to suit your interests and group.
- We take care of the details. From permits and flights to weather delays and gear arrangements, our team handles the logistics so you can focus on enjoying the trek.
- Personal pre-trek briefing. Meet Babu or your assigned guide before departure to discuss the route, altitude, equipment, and any questions you may have.
- Gear and dietary support. We can provide sleeping bags and down jackets, help arrange other equipment for purchase or rental, and accommodate dietary needs. For groups with specific food requirements or allergies, we can arrange a cook guide when needed.
With Advent Himalaya, you're not just booking a trek; you're joining a local family that genuinely cares about your Himalayan experience.
