Manaslu Expedition

The eighth highest mountain in the world, Manaslu (8,163m), also famous as Kutang, is one of the most difficult  eight-thousanders (due to the presence of deep pitches and knife-edged ridges) in the world to climb. Beautifully located in the west-central part of Nepal in the Gorkha massif, Manaslu is also the highest peak in the Lamjung district of Nepal. This “Mountain of Spirit” as per the Sanskrit word ‘Manasa’ (the name Manaslu is derived from this word), was first climbed by the members of Japanese Expedition: Toshio Imanishi and Gyalzen Norbu on May 9, 1956.

The Manaslu Expedition: This expedition in total is a 48 day expedition, in which 24 days are set aside as a climbing period. The expedition starts with a drive from Kathmandu to Arughat (606m). In just 11 days the elevation gradually rises to 4,750m (the Manaslu base camp). Starting the village of Arughat,  trekking route passing through the beautiful villages, terrace farms, narrow gorges, rhododendron forest, local pastures and enter into the Tibetan-influenced higher alpine country. The base camp is set at the lateral moraine of the Manaslu Glacier. Manaslu can be approached from many routes; however, we will be using the standard route (up the Northeast face), the route used by the Japanese expedition team in 1956. 3 high camps: C1 (5,500m), C2 (6,300M) and C3 (7,300m) will be set above the base camp. The climb out of base camp towards the summit is basically is straightforward and requires you to cross glaciers, crevasses, seracs and steep snow steps. Also, after the third high camp and before the ascending the final pyramid slope, you need to cross three separate tiered plateaus. After, crossing these plateaus, we climb the steep slope to reach the summit. The top greets you both with the feeling of great achievement and the heavenly view.

Now, planning your expedition with Amigo Treks and Expedition allows you to enjoy a hassle-free expedition. The company will make all the required arrangements, including necessary permits, climbing documents, travelling logistics: airfares, ground transportation and porter; food (3 meals a day and 24 hours hot and cold drinks) and accommodation (full board during the trek and climb and bed and breakfast in Kathmandu). Moreover, we provide expedition quality tents, dining tents, kitchen tents, toilet facilities, portable shower facilities and tent accommodation for our staff. For communication we provide internet access, satellite telephone and solar panel in order to charge your batteries.

Late spring and autumn are the best seasons to attempt this mountain. Bring a group and enjoy a special group discount. This standard package can definitely be customized to your requirements. Moreover, this expedition also allows you to enjoy the beautiful landscape, culture, religion, and the lifestyle of people in the west central part of Nepal, which definitely is a feast to your eyes. However, we also provide specialized service if you are interested in our other expedition packages like ­Pumori Expedition, the Everest Expedition or even the Annapurna Expedition