Manaslu
Nepal · Khumbu
Commercially guided 8000er expedition frequently sold as a less crowded Everest alternative.
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Commercially guided 8000er expedition frequently sold as a less crowded Everest alternative.
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Routes for Manaslu and nearby objectives
Manaslu Circuit Trek Route
The drive from Kathmandu to Machikhola takes around 8 hours and the return drive from Besisahar to Kathmandu takes around 7 hours. The trek ascent is for 9 days, which includes two full days rest / acclimatisation which stay at the same overnight village, to the last settlement. After one day climbing up and over the high point of Larkya La at 5160m with excellent panoramic views of Himlung Himal, Cheo Himal, Kang Guru and Annapurna II, the descent is then another 3 days.