Manaslu Expedition

Overview

Manaslu which is also known as Kutang with the altitude of 8163m is the eighth highest peak in the globe. The literal meaning “Mountain of Spirit” comes from the Sanskrit word Manasa which means “intellect” or “soul”. Situated in the edge of one of the most isolated Himalayan valleys in the central western Nepal in the Mansiri Himal; Manaslu is the 4th most dangerous 8000m peak. Mt Manaslu expedition can also be done as the alternative of Cho Oyu expedition as some climbers say that Manaslu expedition is better option for mountaineering than Cho Oyu for training to get accustomed for Everest expedition in next trip.

Manaslu with its long ridges and glaciers valleys offers feasible approaches from all directions that lead us to the peak. ToDay   there are at least six different routes to Manaslu among these south face has the toughest climbing history. The climbing route is relatively basic to the summit along with some technical sections. Though the first attempt to the peak was made in 1953; it was successfully summated in 1956 by a Japanese team.

Generally, four camps are set up during Manaslu expedition after Advanced Base Camp. After base camp the climber has to pass through series of steep climbing and crevasses from Camp I to Camp II. From Camp II the path is slippery and a bit of snow climbing is required to Camp III. From Camp III to Camp Iv the path is quite challenging and you may face avalanches.

While walking here, ten peaks of over 6,500m are visible, including peaks of over 7,000m. as you conquer the summit all the physical and mental stress seem to be petite against the absolute delight of the experience.

Itineray

Day  1: Kathmandu arrival and transfer to Hotel.

Day  2: Kathmandu sightseeing; this includes Pashupatinath, Boudhhanath, Swoyambhunath and Kathmandu Durbar Square. In the evening you will be attending the briefing about the trip.

Day  3: early in the morning after having breakfast catch a drive from Kathmandu to Arughat(950m) which takes around 6hours. Stay overnight in camp.

Day  4: Trek from 5hours from Arughat to Khanchok(950m). Stay overnight in camp.

Day  5: Trek for 5hours from Khanchok to Soti Khola(1165m). Stay overnight in camp.

Day  6: Trek for 5hours from Soti Khola to Machha Khola(1330m). Stay overnight in camp.

Day  7: Trek for 6hours from Machha Khola to Jagat(1350m). Stay overnight in camp.

Day  8: Trek for 5hours from Jagat to Ngyak(2300m). Stay overnight in camp.

Day  9: Trek for 6hours from Ngyak to Namrung(2250m). Stay overnight in camp.

Day  10: Trek for 5hours from Namrung to Svalla village (3150m). Stay overnight in camp.

Day  11: Trek for 7hours from Svalla village to Sama Gaun(3780m). Stay overnight in camp.

Day  12: Get rest and acclimatize with the enduring environment condition in Sama Gaun.

Day  13: Trek for another 6 hours from Sama Gaon to Manaslu Base Camp (4700m). Stay overnight in camp.

Day  14-42: Climbing period from Base Camp to the summit of Mt Manaslu(8163m).

Day  43: Get rest in Base Camp enjoying extravagant natural beauty.

Day  44: Retrace your path back to Sama village from Base Camp which takes around 5hours.

Day  45: Trek back from Sama Village to Namrung which takes around 5hours.

Day  46: Trek for 4hours from Namrung to Philim village (2300m). Stay overnight in camp.

Day  47: Trek for 6hours from Philim village to Machha Khola(1330m).

Day  48: Trek for 5hours from Machha Khola to Soti Khola(1165m).

Day  49: Trek for 4hours from Soti Khola to Arughat(950m).

Day  50: Enjoy a 7hours of scenic drive from Arughat to Kathmandu by a tourist bus. Stay overnight at hotel.

Day  51: Free Day   in Kathmandu. Get relaxed and pamper yourself by visiting some spa or do some family shopping in the afternoon. In the evening we will organize a farewell celebration with some cultural program.

Day  52: Transfer to airport for your onward journey.