Manaslu Circuit Trek Cost
Manaslu Circuit Trek 11 days package costs ranges from USD 1500 to USD 1800 and includes all transfers, accommodation, meals, permits, and even the hotel stay before and after the trek.
Internet, Wifi, Sim cards and staying Charged
If you’re looking to stay connected while trekking the Manaslu Circuit, the options are fairly limited.
WIFI: WIFI is available at some guesthouses in places such as Samagaun, Samdo and Lho. There is however normally a charge for using the internet, and with slow speeds, you may end up wishing you hadn’t bothered. If there’s nothing urgent, our advice would be to wait until you get back from the mountains. Costs anywhere from $4 to $6 to use WIFI at the guesthouses.
Sim Cards
4G sim cards and packages can be bought at the airport, or from numerous vendors in the Thamel area of Kathmandu. They’re great in the city but as soon as you leave the coverage is patchy. We recommend Nepal Telecom and Ncell for 3G/4G coverage. It’s safe to say that in the mountains, neither are really any good.
Electricity: You will have to pay anywhere from $3 at low elevation to $5 to charge your power banks, cameras, and phones. The key is to get a fat power bank. Pay to charge that then charge everything from your power bank. Your power bank lets you charge your phone and camera batteries. Most of the places you stay let you charge your gear for an extra cost.
Passport and Visa
You need to carry passport valid for at least 6 months. You will get on arrival visa at Kathmandu-TIA airport. The multiple entry-Nepal visa costs USD 40 for 15 days and USD 50 for 30 days.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is necessary for this trek. We will not sell travel insurance but happily recommends the insurance company. Please, make sure that your travel insurance policy will cover emergency helicopter rescue and evacuation and medical expenses in the hospital. Hence, purchase a higher tier of travel insurance which covers a high altitude sickness up to 6,000 meters.
Equipment Lists for 11 days Manaslu Circuit Trek
Please travel lighter and carry only the necessary trekking equipment. We recommends the below trekking gear list for 11 days Manaslu Circuit Trek.
General
All season sleeping bag and down Jacket.
Duffle bag or rucksack.
A wind and waterproof thin layered jacket.
Daypack
Head
A warmer hat that covers the ears
Sunglasses
Neck-warmer
Sunscreen (35 to 60 SPF)
Headlamp and an extra set of batteries
Hands
A pair of warm gloves for walking poles(if you prefer)
Warmer shell gloves and liner
Upper Body
Long sleeve t-shirts
Thermal tops
wool jacket or pullover
Sports bras for women and girls
Water and windproof shell jacket
Lower Body
Thermal underwear (especially trousers)
windproof and waterproof trousers
warmer trousers
Comfortable trekking pants
Extra casual sport pants
Footwear
A pair of good waterproof trekking boots
Pair of sandals
4-5 pairs of woolen socks
Sock liners
Light shoes and sneakers
First Aid Kits and Medicines
Assorted adhesive bandages (fabric preferred)
Blister treatment cream or similar
Insect / anti-itch ointment
Ibuprofen or other pain-relief medication
Diamox (125mg to 250mg tablets for altitude sickness)
Warps, splints, and wound coverings butterfly bandage
Water purifying pills
Miscellaneous
4 passport size photos with original passport
Water bottle and filter
Flight Ticket(please make a copy and leave at our office in KTM because in case you want to change your flight date)
Bathroom kit such as toilet paper, plastic bags, hand wipes, towel, and soap, etc.)
Extra things
Comfortable trekking poles
Quality energy dry foods
Power bank and music players
Camera (memory card, chargers, and extra batteries)
Drinking Water
The Manaslu Circuit is physically demanding and drinking plenty of water is a must. Drinking lots of water helps you acclimatize. Please drink at least three liters of water while trekking each day. Use an effective sterilization method to make sure your water is safe to drink. Purification tablets (we always have a few strips of these as a backup) and the Steripen is a perfect means sterilization the drinking water. Bottled water and hot water is available to buy throughout the trek, the cost ranges from USD 3 to USD 5 per liters.
Money Matter
Everything is payable in the local currency, Nepalese Rupees (NPR).Take plenty of small denomination notes as change is not readily available on the trail, particularly at higher altitudes. Also beware that ATM have max withdrawal amounts, and your bank may have a max daily withdrawal limit, so you may not be able to withdraw the total amount that you need all in one day.
The amount of money you need to take on the Manaslu Circuit Trek will depend on whether you’re on an inclusive tour or not. If you are on an inclusive tour then you’ll only need money for any snacks or drinks over and above what’s included in your package. If you are paying as you go, then you’ll need to have enough cash to cover all costs: accommodation, food, drink, etc.
Length of Manaslu Trek
The Manaslu Circuit Trek typically takes around 9 to 16 days to complete, depending on the itinerary and the pace of the trekkers. It includes acclimatization days and allows for a more enjoyable and safe trekking experience.
Necessary permits for Manaslu Circuit Trek
The special trekking (restricted area) permit are required for 11 days Manaslu Circuit Trek. These permits are obtained through a registered trekking agency and you must be accompanied by a licensed guide.
Difficulty Level of Manaslu Circuit Trek
The 11 day Manaslu Circuit Trek is considered a moderately difficulty trek. It involves long and steep ascents and descents on high altitude and rugged terrains. Previous trekking experience and a good level of physical fitness are helpful.
Seasons for Manaslu Circuit Trek
The best time to do the Manaslu Circuit Trek is during spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November). These months offer stable weather, clear skies, and favorable trekking conditions. Remember , the better prepare, the more enjoyable your trek.
Accommodation during Manaslu Circuit Trek
You will be accommodated in 3-star hotels in Kathmandu. You will be staying at lodges/ teahouses. There are tea houses available along the Manaslu Circuit Trek route. However, the infrastructure is less developed and basic compared to other popular trekking region in Nepal. It is recommended to carry some cash and be prepared for basic facilities. You may find comfortable and better quality teahouses at lower altitudes. It should be noted that at higher elevations the quality of accommodation may not be as good, with more basic rooms with the bare necessities.
Guide for Manaslu Circuit Trek
The licensed guide is mandatory for Manaslu Circuit Trek. The guide ensures your safety, help to navigation. Also, provide cultural insights and supports the local economy too.
Meals on 11 days Manaslu Circuit Trek
In Kathmandu, hotel includes breakfast, whereas all meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) will be provided during the trek. A staple food in trekking are potatoes, oats, buckwheat, Sherpa stew and Tibetan bread. There is a limited choice of food at higher elevations and except many potato dishes. Potatoes are high in carbohydrates – an excellent source of energy needed at high altitudes.
Physical fitness
The trek is challenging where you have to walk 6-8 hours a day. You don’t need previous trek experience but if you have, it is always helpful. We meet people from all walks of life, shapes, and sizes who have completed the trek. The difficult part of the trek is high altitude sickness and the effect that seems on your body. Tt is good if you prepare yourself physically by increasing your stamina and oxygen intake.
Transportation
The private transports will be there for the airport to hotel pick and drop off. There will be the bus transport from Besisahar to Kathmandu to Soti Khola. From Dharapani to Besishahar, you will travel by sharing jeep.
Porter for Manaslu Circuit Trek
On client’s request, we provide a porter for every two trekkers to carry luggage. The luggage is about 20 kg ( 10 kg for each trekkers). An experienced guide and porter will make the difference between success and failure of the trip. They save you from taking unnecessary risks in a poor weather conditions.
