Manaslu Circuit Trek Permit Requirement and Cost:
Do you need permits to trek Manaslu region?
Manaslu is restricted area where you need three different permits to enter Manaslu region for Trek. All the three permits are strictly required and compulsory to bring guide. For the permits you have to join local agency, and the agency will prepare your entire documents for Manaslu Circuit Trek. And it only allows the group trekking.
What is the Manaslu Circuits trek permits requirements and cost?
To enter Manaslu Circuits Trek, you need four different permits and guide. At least two people group and have to join local agency to prepared restricted areas permits.
Here is the permits and its cost in details:
PERMITS AND ITS COSTFOR MANASLU CIRCUITS TREK:
- Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) Permit: Npr 3000/- per person
- Manaslu Conservation Area Project (MCAP) Permit: Npr 3000/- per person
- Special Permit (Restricted): USD $ 100/- per person in spring for a week/after that USD $10 per Day extra
- Special Permit (Restricted): USD $ 75/- per person in Autumn for a week/after that USD $10 per Day extra
- Local government permit fee: Npr. 2000/- Per person per entry
And need guide and porter insurance USD $ 100/- per enter. Booking is open for Autumn season 2025, feel free to contact via WhatsApp or email.
Where to book Manaslu circuit Trek?
In Nepal, there are more than 3000 local agencies where you can book your trip to Manaslu Circuits Trek. But you have to be careful while choosing the agency. Some of the agency might be unregistered and unreliable. Here, we Ascend Hikes Pvt Ltd company is registered company under government. Holding the trekking licenses no. 6327 and the company register number 350736/81/82 is highly working in the tourism industry such a long experience. You can do trekking, tour, peak climbing and expeditions with our export and friendly helpful team. We are reliable trekking agency since 2005. We have experienced an expert team that will make your journey enjoyable and memorable one. For more details, contact us via email or WatsApp.
How to know the local agency are register or not?
To know it first you have to check their website before booking the trip. If possible, ask them government certified certificates or documents. You will be sure then. You can also contact the main person of the agency. On the website all the documents are published.
Where can we get good services?
For the good services you have to look every detail of the agency you are looking. Every agency has their own service of excluding and including for the trip. Some might be cheap, and some can be expensive too. Most of the companies are before booking check your services like including, excluding and professional guide. Be sure you are in reliable and affordable agency where you will be satisfied for the trip.
Our team are expert with long term experience in this tourism fields. They will take you in your adventure trip safe and sound. Don’t forget to look at Ascend Hikes Pvt. Ltd for your trip destination to Himalayas. We are able to manage only the best experience guide and all paperwork also. Ascend Hikes always open and flexible for your time duration, health and safety topic. If you are seeking only hire a guide or fully services both are available with us.
Is Manaslu expensive than Everest Base Camp trek?
Comparison between Everest Base camp trek and Manaslu circuits trek. If you used local transportation, then Manaslu Circuits Trek is cheaper than Everest Base Camp Trek. The problem in Everest is flight where it depends on weather. As for Manaslu Circuits Trek, you have vehicles services from the starting point. Manaslu Trek is also one of the best treks if you have fixed time.
We Ascend Hikes organizing Everest base camp trek for two person Kathmandu to Kathmandu 12 days Trekking with the cost for 2-person usd $ (1275*2) = $2850/- Similarly Kathmandu to Kathmandu 14 days Manaslu trek 2-person usd $ 3000/– including all Ascend hikes services. So, there are not so different between Everest Base camp trek and Manaslu circuits trek price.
Is Manaslu Circuits Trekking permits expensive than Everest Base Region?
Manaslu Circuits trekking permits are expensive comparison to Everest region. Manaslu is the restricted area, so you need to take different permits. Everest region permits are only National Park fee and the local government fee. For the Everest region permit fee is given like this:
- National Park Permit fee per person Npr. 3000/- (three thousand only).
- Local government permit fee per person Npr. 3000/- (three thousand only).
In the main season, Everest region is heavy crowed comparing Manaslu circuits trek. For more details, please log on Ascend hikes website.
Which is the best trekking destination Annapurna circuit or Manaslu Circuits?
Both Annapurna and Manaslu Circuits Trekking destinations are best for exploring and viewing. Both of them are amazing places for the trek. Annapurna Circuits has the amazing views of the Himalayas and its natural beautiful landscapes. Manaslu Circuits is less crowding trekking trail comparing to Annapurna Circuits with breathtaking views and local traditional cultures. Manaslu Circuits is a bit of more expensive than Annapurna Circuits because of the4 permit fee. You just have to extend your time to visit both of them. If you have time Manaslu permits, you can do Annapurna circuits too, but Annapurna Permits you can’t do Manaslu trek.
For more details, visit our site Ascend Hikes.
Why only Manaslu Circuits Trek need special permits but not for Annapurna Circuits?
Yes, Manaslu Circuits trek requires special permits because Manaslu is the restricted area. Its area covers both Annapurna and Manaslu and you need both permits for entry. Annapurna is only a conservation area, so it doesn’t need special permits for the trek. If you have Manaslu Circuits trek permits, then you can do Annapurna Trek too.
Which kind of permits need for Annapurna Circuits Trek?
For Annapurna Circuits trek, you need TIMS and Conversations permits which you can get in Tourism Board in Kathmandu and Pokhara. The cost for the above permits:
- TIMS (Trekking Information Management System): USD 20/- PER PERSON
- ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area project): NPR 300/- PER PERSON
Which trekking areas are not required permit?
All other Nepal’s trekking trails required permit compulsory. Pikey Peak and lower Solukhumbu Valley trekking trails doesn’t need permits till now. This both trekking trails are beautiful too.
Why are Manaslu Circuits Trek cost expensive?
First of all, Manaslu is the restricted areas. It needs permit for the entry. Manaslu Circuits has the most beautiful valley, their local cultures and traditions. The Tchum Valley which is known as Hidden Valley beyond the Himalaya, is also a non-violence area. The 50 years non-violence ceremony in 2023 was amazing.
The Manaslu Circuits Trek cost expensive because it contributes the local needs. So, it will be worth visiting once in a lifetime.
Summary:
A magnificent journey around Mount Manaslu (8,163m), the eighth-highest mountain in the world, will be offered by the Manaslu Region Trekking. You will pass through isolated villages, verdant forests, rushing rivers, and breathtaking mountain scenery on this off-the-beaten-path trek. Compared to the well-traveled Everest and Annapurna trails, it is less crowded and is famous for its rich cultural history, especially the influence of Tibetan Buddhism.
Usually beginning in Machha khola, the trek passes through the difficult Larke La Pass (5,106m) and ends in Dharapani. With stunning views of peaks like Manaslu, Himalchuli, and Ganesh Himal, you will travel through beautiful Villages like Samagaun,Jagat, Philim and Namrung.
The Manaslu trek, which keeps its pristine and tranquil environment by requiring a special permit and a certified guide, is perfect for hikers looking for seclusion and genuine Himalayan beauty.
Massage from the company:
To ensure safe travel to the Manaslu Circuits Trek, Ascend Hikes Pvt. Ltd. has been creating special itineraries for our incredible clients. A porter and an expert guide who will give you guidance and support while introducing you to the region’s diverse cultures are part of our standard Manaslu circuits itinerary. We know the best places for local services and activities because of our extensive experience in the Manaslu region. Therefore, if you’re considering trekking in the Manaslu region, contact us and we’ll assist you in planning an unforgettable trip, Thank you and Namaste!!!