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Manaslu Circuit Trek – Everything You Need to Know

If you’re planning a trek to the Manaslu Circuit, there are a lot of things that you need to know. Everything from permits to transportation, accommodation and more!

This trek is less popular than the Annapurna Circuit but offers a more challenging yet scenic path. It’s an excellent option for those looking for something off-the-beaten-path in Nepal!

1. Permits

Manaslu Circuit Trek is one of the best treks in Nepal and has a reputation for being less crowded than other trails. However, it’s not for the faint-hearted and requires tour bookings through a local agency and a Restricted Area Permit.

You’ll need three permits to trek Manaslu: the Annapurna Conservation Area (ACAP), the Manaslu Conservation Area Permit (MCAP), and the Manaslu Restricted Area Permit (MRAP). Also, if you decide to merge the Manaslu Circuit and Tsum Valley into one long trek, you’ll need an additional permit for that as well.

The cost of these permits will vary depending on the season and the trekkers’ nationality. The government has issued special restrictions in this region to protect the wildlife and keep it safe for visitors.

2. Transportation

The Manaslu Circuit Trek is a beautiful, challenging trek that offers stunning views of Mount Manaslu and Ganesh Himal. It also gives you the chance to experience a unique and authentic culture.

The trek is remote and less crowded than other well-known trekking routes in Nepal. This makes it a more genuine and enjoyable experience.

The trek takes you through various landscapes, including lush forests and terraced fields. It also passes through high mountain passes, such as Larkya La Pass.

3. Accommodations

A relatively less crowded trek than the popular Annapurna Circuit or Everest Base Camp, Manaslu Circuit offers a stunning mix of landscape and cultural experience. The route passes through many Tibetan villages and takes you up and around Manaslu, the world’s eighth highest mountain.

The remote trek wades into real virgin territory. Thankfully, tea houses have made this trek easier from the perspective of accommodation and food needs along the way.

Most of the trek takes place in lodges or teahouses, which are run by local families. These accommodations are clean and comfortable and offer private rooms, outside toilets, and heating in the dining area.

4. Food

As with any trek in Nepal, food is a major factor to consider. It’s not difficult to find restaurants and cafes in important towns along the route, but the choice of food is less varied as you move higher up the hill.

In lower altitudes, you’ll often find buffet style dining with a selection of western dishes. You can also find a few more traditional Nepali options like Dal Bhat (lentil soup and rice), omelets, French fries, momos, and sandwiches.

But as you get higher, the menu gets more limited and the prices increase. It’s worth asking the staff at your guesthouse what they have available before deciding on a meal. You might even find a local family in a village that offers an authentic Nepali meal experience.

5. Health

Whether you are an experienced trekker or not, it’s important to prepare yourself for the physical challenge that Manaslu Trek offers. This challenging Himalayan trek takes you to high altitudes, ranging from 700m to 5106m.

The first few days of the trek take you up and down steep cliffs, through thick forests and along river banks. This can lead to altitude sickness, which is why it’s important to acclimatize properly.

You’ll have an opportunity to see a more remote side of the Himalaya, and to experience Nepali culture in the villages you visit. The journey also includes spectacular vistas of Mt. Manaslu, Shringi Himal, Ganesh Himal, and other Himalayan peaks.

Richard Maxwell

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