Manaslu Expedition

Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu (1,350 m / 4,429 ft). Our AltiPro Adventures team will greet you and transfer you to a 4-star hotel in the city. In the evening, we host a welcome dinner along with a full briefing on the Manaslu Expedition 2027, covering the itinerary, safety protocols, and team introductions.

A full day in Kathmandu dedicated to expedition preparation. Our team handles all official paperwork including the Manaslu Climbing Royalty, MCAP, and Restricted Area Permit, while you complete a thorough gear check with our climbing leaders. There will also be time for last-minute shopping in Thamel for any final supplies before heading to the mountain.

A scenic 7–8 hour drive from Kathmandu to Soti Khola, where the road ends and the trek begins. As we enter the Budhi Gandaki Valley, the landscape opens up to terraced hills and the river that will guide our approach to Manaslu. Overnight at a local Lodge.

The first trekking day takes us along the Budhi Gandaki River, crossing several suspension bridges and entering wild valley terrain. The trail winds through subtropical forest with cascading waterfalls and small farming villages.

We enter the Restricted Area zone today, marked by the village of Jagat. The trail passes dramatic gorges, hidden waterfalls, and small Gurung settlements. Permits are checked here at the official entry point.

The Budhi Gandaki valley narrows and deepens as we ascend. Tibetan Buddhist culture begins to appear in the form of mani walls, prayer wheels, and chortens. The transition from Hindu to Buddhist landscape is gradual but striking.

Mani walls, gompas, and prayer flags become more frequent as the altitude rises. The trail today passes through pine forests and small Buddhist villages, with peaks of the Manaslu range beginning to peek through the gaps.

Manaslu appears fully for the first time above the valley — the dramatic Northeast Face dominant overhead. Lho village is home to a beautiful gompa and offers some of the first uninterrupted views of the mountain we have come to climb.

A short but spectacular trekking day with breathtaking views of Mt. Manaslu and the Manaslu Himal from every bend in the trail. Shyala sits in a wide alpine meadow surrounded by towering peaks — one of the most scenic stops on the entire approach.

A short trek brings us to Sama Gaun, the main village of the Nubri Valley. This Tibetan-influenced settlement is home to ancient Buddhist monasteries and serves as our gateway to Manaslu Base Camp. We acclimatize and explore the village.

A full acclimatization day with a visit to Pungyen Monastery and an acclimatization hike above the village toward the glacier. Active rest at altitude is critical here — gaining elevation during the day and returning to sleep low helps the body adapt.

The final approach day brings us to Manaslu Base Camp, fully established by the AltiPro advance Sherpa team. Tents, dining mess, kitchen, communications, and the AltiPro Café are all ready and waiting. You’ll be welcomed with hot drinks and a warm meal.

A traditional Buddhist Puja ceremony is held at Base Camp to bless the climbing team, equipment, and route. This is followed by a comprehensive route briefing, gear inspection, oxygen system checks, and rope-work review led by your Climbing Sherpa.

A full rest and acclimatization day at Base Camp. The Expedition Doctor conducts a medical baseline check including oxygen saturation review. The 6-hourly summit weather forecast service is now active, providing the team with critical conditions data.

The first acclimatization rotation begins. We climb from Base Camp to Camp I on the Northeast Face, navigating the first glacier and icefall passage using fixed ropes. After an overnight stay at 5,500 m (18,045 ft) — your initial 5,000m+ exposure — we descend back to Base Camp to rest and recover.

Two full rest days back at Base Camp. The Expedition Doctor conducts post-rotation oxygen saturation reviews, while our Sherpa teams ferry loads up to the high camps in preparation for the second rotation.

The second rotation moves us higher up the Northeast Face. We climb from Camp I to Camp II at 6,300 m (20,669 ft), navigating steep snow steps and crevasses above C1, for our first overnight stay above 6,000 m (19,685 ft). We then descend back to Base Camp for full rest and assessment.

Two full days of rest at Base Camp focused on hydration, nutrition, and medical checks. Route conditions above Camp II are assessed daily by our climbing leaders, and the Sherpa team continues stocking the upper camps.

The final and most demanding acclimatization rotation. We push from Camp II to Camp III at 7,300 m (23,950 ft), climbing the full upper Northeast Face — your first exposure to the Death Zone. After overnight stay, we descend to Base Camp where the Expedition Doctor begins individual summit medical clearance assessments.

Three full rest days at Manaslu Base Camp. Final gear checks are completed, and oxygen caches are verified at all high camps. Our weather team closely monitors the summit window, looking for the optimal favorable forecast period before launching the summit bid.

The summit push officially begins. We move from Base Camp up to Camp I on the Northeast Face, retracing familiar ground from the rotations. Early arrival allows full rest and hydration before continuing the next day.

Climb from Camp I to Camp II on the Northeast Face. We arrive early, rest, and prepare for an early sleep — the final climb cycles begin tomorrow with strict pre-summit timing protocols.

Climb from Camp II to Camp III at 7,300 m (23,950 ft). The Death Zone begins here. Supplemental oxygen is now confirmed active, and a pre-summit briefing covers final timing, partner pairings with Climbing Sherpas, and emergency protocols.

The shortest but most critical move — to Camp IV at 7,800 m (25,591 ft), the final high camp before the summit attempt. The team eats, hydrates, and rests as much as possible during a final summit ridge briefing. Pre-midnight wake and departure begins tonight.

Pre-midnight departure from Camp IV. We climb the upper Northeast Face via the summit ridge, navigating cornices and exposed sections on fixed ropes, to reach the summit of Mt. Manaslu at 8,163 m (26,781 ft) — typically with sunrise views of Annapurna I, Dhaulagiri, and Ganesh Himal. Long descent of 10–14 hours back to Camp III or Camp II.

Full descent from the upper mountain to Manaslu Base Camp. A post-summit celebration awaits the team at the AltiPro Café — hot food, hot drinks, and a moment to reflect on the achievement with the full Sherpa team.

A full rest day at Base Camp for physical and mental recovery after the summit push. The team takes time to enjoy the AltiPro Café, share stories, and begin to wind down from the climb.

The team works alongside Sherpa staff to take down the Base Camp setup. All equipment is packed and prepared for porter and yak transport down the valley. Leave No Trace principles are strictly applied.

The descent begins. Body recovers rapidly below 4,000 m (13,123 ft) and the comforts of Lodge life return. Sama Gaun’s monasteries and warmer altitude make this a welcome first night back in the valley.

The lush valley returns — forest, birds, and lower altitude clarity. The contrast with the upper mountain is immediate and rejuvenating. Namrung’s traditional architecture and warmer climate signal a real return to civilization.

The final descent through the deep Budhi Gandaki gorge. Subtropical vegetation returns and the air grows noticeably warmer and richer with oxygen. The trail retraces the same magical path we ascended weeks earlier.

The last trekking day in the Manaslu Region. We pass through Jagat one more time and continue down to Soti Khola — the trailhead where vehicles meet us for the return journey to Kathmandu.

A 7–8 hour drive back to Kathmandu through the Nepal countryside. Transfer to your hotel for hot showers, comfortable beds, and a full evening of well-earned rest in the city.

A celebratory farewell dinner with the AltiPro team in Kathmandu. We present official Manaslu summit certificates and conduct a full expedition debrief — a chance to share stories, photos, and reflect on what was achieved together.

Six dedicated buffer days are built into the itinerary to absorb potential weather delays, allow for a second summit window, or accommodate road disruptions on the Soti Khola route. These days ensure the expedition has flexibility to maximize the chance of summit success.

Our team transfers you to Tribhuvan International Airport for your onward flight. Farewell, and congratulations on completing the Manaslu Expedition 2027.