Manaslu Trekking

Field notes & trail knowledge

Manaslu trekking guides

Clear, locally informed planning notes for a more confident walk through Nepal’s quieter giant.

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Three essential reads before the trail.

Planning guide

The complete Manaslu Circuit trekking guide

A practical route companion covering permits, timing, altitude, trail rhythm and the cultural landscape of Nubri.

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Planning guide

How to prepare for Larkya La

Build a calm, realistic training plan for the circuit’s highest day and learn how to pace yourself above 5,000 metres.

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Planning guide

Manaslu packing list: what earns its place

The layers, footwear and small essentials that make long days, cold lodges and changing mountain weather more comfortable.

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Trail status

Manaslu updates

Road, weather and route notices from our local operations team. Conditions change quickly; always confirm before traveling.

  1. The Manaslu Base Camp route is currently closed due to weather conditions.

  2. Hiking Manaslu is not recommended in July because monsoon rain affects roads and trails.

  3. Budi Gandaki road conditions are being monitored after intermittent rainfall near Soti Khola.

  4. Tea houses in Samagaun remain open with limited solar charging during cloudy afternoons.

  5. Larkya La snow conditions are softer in the morning; early starts remain essential.

  6. Restricted area permit processing continues as normal for confirmed autumn departures.

  7. Pungyen Gompa side trail is clear and suitable for acclimatization walks from Samagaun.

  8. Spring rhododendron colour remains visible on the lower forest sections near Deng.

  9. Machha Khola to Jagat trail bridges are open and in good condition.

  10. All regular Manaslu Circuit tea houses are welcoming spring trekking groups.

Updates are reviewed before every departure.