How long does it take to issue the Manaslu Trekking Permit?
Manaslu Trekking Permits: The Manaslu trekking region is a restricted area, like the Upper Dolpo and Upper Mustang treks. The Manaslu Trek can be combined with the famous Annapurna Circuit trekking and the Tsum Valley Trek. Here, we need 3 different permits to accomplish the Manaslu base camp trek. Normally, issuing the permit should not take that many days, but we need your passport details along with the traveler's picture. All the permits should be applied for online, and sometimes the server might be disturbed, so we have to do them all manually, which takes more time. We need a trekker's original passport to issue the restricted permit. You need to be in a group of 2 or more people to issue the restricted area permit. The restricted area permit is the same for Indians and other SAARC nationals as well.
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The necessary permit for the Manaslu Base Camp trek:
- Manaslu Conservation Entry Permit (MCAP): 30 USD per person and single entry, valid for one month. Once the permit is issued, it is not transferable or changeable.
- Annapurna Conservation Entry Permit (ACAP): 30 USD per person, single entry, and valid for one month, the same as MCAP. Every traveler needs to have an ACAP permit because once you complete Larke (5,106 m), you can descend to Dharapani, which is a part of the Annapurna region. Even though you will trek for only 2 days to get back to Beshisahar and return to Kathmandu,
- Manaslu restricted area permit. There are rules of the Nepali government that every traveler should have a restricted permit. This permit costs 100 USD per person (September to November) for the first 10 days (winter, spring, and summer). The permit costs only 70 USD per person thereafter and 15 USD per day per person. This permit should be issued by a registered trekking company like us.
- TIMS (Trekkers' Information Management System) is another permit that is provided by the registered trekking company. USD 20 per person
Manaslu Circuit Trekking Accommodation:
It is a remote, high-altitude trek, but there are adequate numbers of guesthouses along the trekking trails. The guest room is simple but nice and cozy. The guesthouse comprises a pillow, mattress, bed, and bedsheet. All the guest houses are built with stone walls. The bathroom should be shared, and the room should have a minimum of 4 beds. But most of the time, you can get a room with an attached bathroom as well. You need to book it in advance.
The cost of the accommodation is between USD 10 and 15 for twin-sharing in the EP plan. Hot showers are available with an extra cost.
Transportation to Manaslu Trek
The Manaslu Circuit Trekking starts from Kathmandu to Machhe Khola, which takes a 9-hour bus ride. The local bus costs 10 USD per head. The sharing of public bus transport is always provided in the package. However, if you are interested in having a private Jeep transport to Soti/Machhe Khola, it will cost an additional 170 USD per Jeep for up to 6 people. From Dharapani to Kathmandu by private jeep, it will cost 170/200 USD per jeep. Please visit here for the detailed itinerary for the starting and ending points.
Local Bus
Bus Stop: Balaju
Departure Time: 6:30 am
Arrival Time: 6 PM
Bus Ticket Cost: USD 10
Bus journey: 8 hours
Private Jeep
Departure: From Your Hotel
Departure Time: 7:30 a.m. (after breakfast)
Travel time: 6 hours.
Jeep Cost: USD 170 (6 Pax can be accommodated)
Manaslu Circuit trek side trip:
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Land of Happiness
The Manaslu Circuit Trek is not only physically challenging, but it is also for peace of mind. In every place, we try our best to make a small side trip and visit the monastery and village. As a side trip, visit Birendra Lake, Manaslu Base Camp, and Syala Monastery. There are beautiful Tsum Valley trekking trails where you meet no one along the trek and explore the local culture and amazing terrain. The Tsum Valley trek can be combined with the Manaslu Base Camp trek as well.
The equipment list for the Manaslu Trek
The given list is a guideline for your Manaslu adventure. Also, understand that the items listed below will vary a little according to the season and the trek duration. September is neither a hot nor a cold season. The weight limit for your luggage (including a handbag) is 33 pounds or 15 kg. Remember, there is no porter included in the voucher. However, if you require a porter to carry your trekking baggage, you can hire a porter for an additional cost of 120 USD to share a porter with another person. Make sure that you are taking only the necessary items.
The necessary documents and items to Obtain Permits
- Valid passport with 6 months of remaining validity
- 2 extra passport-size photos
- Separate photocopies of passport, visa form
- Nepal tourist visa with entry stamp
- Cash dollars for purchasing a Nepalese visa at Kathmandu airport, for paying for restaurants and hotels, for gratuities, and snacks, and for purchasing your drinks and gifts
Head
- A bandana or headscarf is also useful in dusty conditions
- a warm woolen hat that covers your ears
- Camp
- Headlamp with extra batteries
- Sunglasses with UV protection
- Prescription sunglasses (if required)
Upper Body
- Polypropylene shirts (2 long sleeves)
- Light and expedition-weight thermal tops
- Fleece wind-stopper jacket or pullover
- Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket
- Down vest and/or jacket
- Gore-Tex jackets are waterproof and breathable
- Hands
- 1 pair of lightweight polyliner gloves.
- 1 pair of lightweight wool or fleece gloves
Lower Body
- Non-cotton underwear briefs
- 1 pair of Hiking shorts
- 1 pair of Hiking trousers
- 1 pair of lightweight thermal bottoms (seasonal)
- 1 pair of fleece or woolen trousers
- 2 pairs of walking trousers
Feet
- 3 pairs of thin, lightweight inner socks
- 2 pairs of heavy poly or wool socks
- 1 pair of Hiking boots with spare laces
- 1 pair of trainers, running shoes, and/or sandals
- Gaiters (winter only), optional, “low” ankle-high version
Sleeping
- 1 sleeping bag (good to -15 degrees Celsius or 20 degrees F)
- Rucksacks and Travel Bags
- 1 medium rucksack (50–60 liters)
- A small daypack/backpack for carrying your valuables,
- 1 large waterproof rucksack cover (optional)
Medical
- Small, personal first-aid kit (simple and light)
- Aspirin, first-aid tape, and plasters (Band-Aids)
- 1 skin-blister repair kit
- Anti-diarrhea pills
- Anti-headache pills
- Oximeter
- Cough and/or cold medicine
- Anti-altitude sickness pills: Diamox or Acetazolamide
- Stomach antibiotics: ciprofloxacin, etc. Do not bring sleeping pills, as they are respiratory depressants.
- Water purification tablets or a water filter
- 1 set of earplugs
- Extra pair of prescription glasses, contact lens supplies
Practical Items
- 1 small roll of repair tape,
- 1 cigarette lighter,
- 1 compass or GPS (optional)
- 1 alarm clock/watch
- 1 digital camera with extra cards and batteries
- 2 water bottles (1 liter each)
- 1 small folding knife
Toiletries
- 1 medium-sized quick-drying towel
- Toothbrush/paste (preferably biodegradable)
- Multi-purpose soap (preferably biodegradable)
- Face and body moisturizer
- Female hygiene products
- Personal Hygiene
- Wet wipes (baby wipes)
- Tissue/toilet roll
- Anti-bacterial handwash
- Extras/Luxuries
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