MANASLU CIRCUIT TREK Table of Contents Trip overview ............................................................................................................................................. 3 Trip Highlights .......................................................................................................................................... 3 Trip Facts ................................................................................................................................................... 4 Why Nepal Sanctuary Treks? ............................................................................................................... 4 Detailed itinerary ...................................................................................................................................... 5 Inclusion ................................................................................................................................................... 13 Exclusion .................................................................................................................................................. 13 Terms and Conditions .......................................................................................................................... 14 Visas and Entry Requirements ........................................................................................................... 18 Customs ................................................................................................................................................... 20 Temperature ............................................................................................................................................ 20 Accommodations ................................................................................................................................... 22 City Hotels ............................................................................................................................................. 22 Tea house Lodge ................................................................................................................................. 22 Meals ......................................................................................................................................................... 23 1. Meals at Teahouse ....................................................................................................................... 23 2. Meals at Hotels ............................................................................................................................. 23 3. Cater meals ................................................................................................................................... 23 4. Meals Package ............................................................................................................................. 23 Drinking Water ........................................................................................................................................ 24 Health ........................................................................................................................................................ 24 Safety and Security ............................................................................................................................... 25 Vaccination .............................................................................................................................................. 26 Travel Insurance ..................................................................................................................................... 26 Local Flights ............................................................................................................................................ 26 Laundry ..................................................................................................................................................... 26 Money Exchange .................................................................................................................................... 26 Bank Hours .............................................................................................................................................. 27 Language .................................................................................................................................................. 27 1 Got questions? Write to an expert [email protected] Tel: +977 1 4426721, 4431610, 4434542 Website: https://www.nepalsanctuarytreks.com/ Communication ...................................................................................................................................... 27 Time Zone................................................................................................................................................. 27 Tipping information ............................................................................................................................... 27 Optional activities .................................................................................................................................. 28 Additional Costs ..................................................................................................................................... 28 Hotel Transfer on Arrival ...................................................................................................................... 28 Stay alert from scam porter at airport .............................................................................................. 29 International and Domestic Departure ............................................................................................. 29 Feedback Form ....................................................................................................................................... 29 Blog ............................................................................................................................................................ 29 Cultural and Environmental Considerations .................................................................................. 29 Environment ............................................................................................................................................ 30 Economy .............................................................................................................................................. 31 Cultural Code of Conduct ................................................................................................................ 31 Social ..................................................................................................................................................... 32 Sustainable Practices when visiting National Park/ wildlife habitat ........................................ 32 Transportation ........................................................................................................................................ 34 Clothing Etiquette .................................................................................................................................. 34 Packing Checklist .................................................................................................................................. 35 Clothing and Equipment Rental ......................................................................................................... 37 Purchasing branded trekking clothing ............................................................................................. 38 Recommended Restaurants ................................................................................................................ 38 Clinic .......................................................................................................................................................... 39 Recommended Reading List ............................................................................................................... 39 Background Reading ............................................................................................................................ 39 Illustrated ................................................................................................................................................. 40 2 Got questions? Write to an expert [email protected] Tel: +977 1 4426721, 4431610, 4434542 Website: https://www.nepalsanctuarytreks.com/ Trip overview The Manaslu Circuit Trek is one of the unexplored trails that encompass peaceful, natural and beautiful experience which is ideal for those seeking a getaway from bustling life. It is getting popular as a new trekking destination. Mt. Manaslu is the eighth highest mountain in the world; it is in the very center of the Nepalese Himalaya and to trek around the base of this giant mountain along with its isolated trail is probably one of the best treks. The trail traverses through pristine areas where you will witness the beauty of nature and picturesque village of mixed settlements with their unique culture. The Manaslu region is well-known for its high altitude glacier lakes, diverse range of flora and fauna and cultural charming region. This trek suits best to those who are looking for the challenging trekking in a remote area of the Nepal Himalaya. The highest point of this trek is Larkya La pass (5,135m/16,847ft) and trekking