Manaslu Circuit Trek Cost & Itinerary 2026/2027 trekking season
Are you wondering about the right amount for Manaslu Trek in Nepal? If you are confused in planning and budget for the trek then this is the right blog to refer. 2025 became the most iconic time to do the Manaslu Circuit Trek in Nepal. The trail started to receive more trekkers since 2023 and 2025 is at the peak. Therefore, lots of people are inquiring about the Manaslu Circuit Trek Cost for the 2026 – 2027 trekking season in Nepal. This blogger is the leading trekking guide and travel planner of the Adventure Hikers Pvt. Ltd. Therefore, I have jotted down the realistic Manaslu Circuit Trek Cost & Itinerary in this blog.
Basic Outline Itinerary of Manaslu Circuit Trekking in Nepal
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu Nepal 1400 m./4592 ft.
Day 02: Drive to Machha Khola 930 m./3050 ft.
Day 03: Trek to Jagat Village 1410 m/ 4625 ft.
Day 04: Trek to Deng Village 1800 m./5904 ft.
Day 05: Trek to Namrung Village 2660 m./8725 ft.
Day 06: Trek to Syala Gaon 3520 m./11545 ft.
Day 07: Acclimatize hike to Pungen Gumba 4000 m/13120 ft. and trek to Samagaon 3530 m./11778 ft.
Day 08: Trek to Samdo Village 3875 m./12710 ft.
Day 09: Trek to Dharmasala (Larke Phedi) 4470 m./14662 ft.
Day 10: Trek to Bhimthang 3720 m./12202 ft. crossing via Larke Pass 5106 m./16748 ft.
Day 10: Trek to Dharapani 1860 m./6100 ft.
Day 11: Drive to Besisahar 760m./2493 ft.
Day 12: Drive to Kathmandu 1400 m./4592 ft.
This is the basic outline itinerary of the Manaslu Circuit Trek but you should always ask for customization. Customize your trek for better trekking experiences! If you don’t have any idea about customizing the trip then contact the travel planners of the trekking agency which you have chosen as your trek operator. Find alternatives and come up with the best customized trekking itinerary of the Manaslu Trek. Don’t forget to ask for recommended trek options and suitable itinerary as per your requirements.
Cost breakdown to Budget for Manaslu Trek
People plan for the trip with their friends and family most of the times. However, the trip realization never happens. It is the universal fact. The biggest hindrance for an ideal budget planning is the hidden costs and core costs knowledge. While planning or budgeting for the Manaslu trek you should not overlook the accommodation costs, meals costs, permit costs, guide – porter costs, and transportation costs. These are the core costs. Besides these costs, you need to allocate fund for miscellaneous costs like insurance, tips, gear & equipment, personal shopping, and emergency fund.
The Manaslu Circuit Trek Cost goes deeper beyond the set price. Let’s find out in precise about the cost breakdown on core cost for Manaslu Trek:
How much does it cost to hire jeep to Machhakhola from Kathmandu and Tilje – Besisahar Jeep?
Machhakhola is the trail head for the Manaslu Circuit Trek. Nowadays, some trekking trips start from Jagat as well. The cost to hire a private jeep from Kathmandu to Machhakhola ranges from 160 $ to 190 $ depending upon the trekking season and road conditions. There is an availability of using the local bus from Kathmandu as well which costs about NRs. 1600 to NRs. 2400 for the round trip. However, the local bus may not be suitable for the smooth following of the Manaslu Circuit Trek Itinerary.
Besides Kathmandu to Machhakhola, trekkers have to take the road trip from Tilje to Kathmandu via Besisahar as well. The cost of the jeep from Tilje to Besisahar starts from NRs. 10000 to NRs. 12000.
What is an average expense on meals during Manaslu Trekking in Nepal?
Do you know that you can find cuisines from across the globe? Yes, you can find menu choices of Indian, Chinese, continental, and Nepalese cuisines in almost all the trekking tea houses and eateries present in the Manaslu Circuit Trek route. In an average, trekkers must allocate 35 $ to 50 $ for meals during the Manaslu Trekking in Nepal. If you choose to eat an item per meal then the cost significantly drops to 35 $ to 39 – 42 $ per day for three meals a day.
What is the cost of accommodation in Manaslu Trekking route?
There are many styles of lodging establishments in the Manaslu Circuit Trek route. As the number of trekkers increased, the construction of lavish resorts has gained momentum. For 2026 – 2027 trekking season, you may have to use the basic and classical accommodation in the trekking route. Therefore, the price may not fluctuate! Allocate 5 $ to 15 $ for an accommodation in the Manaslu Circuit Trek route.
Where do I get Manaslu Trekking Permits & how much should I plan for permits?
Don’t forget that the Manaslu region is under the restricted area of Nepal. Trekkers have to fulfill certain criteria to do trek in the trekking routes of the Manaslu region. Solo trekker is not allowed and independent trekking is strictly prohibited. You need at least two trekkers in a group to do the trek spearheaded by the trekking guide assigned by the registered trekking agency.
Special Restricted Area Permits, ACAP permit, MCAP permit, and Tsum Nubri Rural Municipality Entry Permit are required to do the trek. Please surf through our permits blog to know about the exact prices for the permits. ACAP, MCAP, and SRAP permits are available in Kathmandu where conservation area permits are issued by Nepal Tourism Board and special restricted area permit is issued by immigration department of Nepal. Similarly, Tsum Nubri Rural Municipality Entry permit is available at Jagat Village.
How to get best price for Manaslu Trek in Nepal?
An ideal hack to get the best price for Manaslu Trek in Nepal is by buying the trekking package from the leading trekking agency based in Kathmandu. Compare and surf through internet before finalizing the trek. Always ask for includes and excludes of the trekking package from your trekking agency. Leave all hassles to your trekking agency regarding the trek logistics and management. You simply relish your time in an abode of the world’s 8th tallest mountain Mt. Manaslu (8163 m).
What is an average salary of trekking guide and porter in Manaslu?
The salary of the trekking guide and porter is very crucial in determining the Manaslu Circuit Trekking Cost. You can’t overlook this cost as it is one of the core costs of the trek alongside transportation, lodging, permit, and food costs. A guide salary ranges from 35 $ to 55 $ per day. It depends upon the experience and language proficiency of a guide. Please note that you need to pay 25 $ to 30 $ per day for a porter and he/she carries 18 kilograms to 22 kilograms only. Normally, two trekkers are given a porter. Therefore, pack lightly for the trek. You can leave your unnecessary belongings here at the trekking agency office or hotel in Kathmandu.
2026 Travel Deals and Discounts on Manaslu Trek
2026 is going to be the best time to do trekking in Nepal. The nation is celebrating tourism promotional year. Therefore, most of the hotels and tea houses cater tourists from the POV of a trekker or tourist. Contact the travel planners of the Adventure Hikers Pvt. Ltd. for the best 2026 – 2027 travel deals. The agency has discounts plan for Manaslu Trek if you are in a group of at least 3 – 4 persons. Book the trek with 5 – 10 % discounts. It will surely strengthen your understanding about the Manaslu Circuit Trekking Cost.
Budget and Cost Information: Manaslu Circuit Trekking vs Annapurna Circuit Trek
As the senior columnist and blogger for the Adventure Hikers’ trekking blogs, I always get question regarding the need of ACAP permit alongside MCAP and SRAP permit to do the Manaslu Circuit Trek. The basic answer is that upon crossing Larke La Pass (5106 m), trekkers enter the Annapurna region of Nepal especially the trekking route of Annapurna Circuit Trek. There is no denying in the fact that both of these trekking trails are equally popular. However, the Annapurna Circuit Trek is one of the oldest trekking routes of Nepal. If you have time then you can continue the Manaslu Circuit Trek with the Annapurna Circuit Trek itinerary.
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