Independent Cost Guide 2026

Manaslu Circuit Trek Cost & Budget

Estimate expenses for Larke La Pass (5,106m), Manaslu Restricted Area Permit (RAP), MCAP, ACAP, mountain jeeps, and remote teahouse lodging.

1. Manaslu Trek Details

Duration (Days)

14

Trekkers2

Guide Option

Porter Option

Lodging Tier

Include Kathmandu-Machha Khola 4x4 Jeep ($80/person)

2. Estimated Cost Output

PER PERSON

$0

GROUP TOTAL

$0

Restricted Permits (RAP + MCAP + ACAP)$0

Guide & Porter Daily Fees$0

Teahouse Lodging & Meals$0

Kathmandu-Machha Khola 4x4 Jeep$0

Estimate only — actual costs vary by season, provider and travel conditions.

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🏔 Best Time to Trek

Seasonal Guide

✅Best Months

Oct-Nov | Mar-Apr, Sep

Clear skies, stable weather, best mountain views and trail conditions.

🔵Good Alternative

May (spring end), early Dec

Manageable conditions — fewer crowds but check local weather reports.

⚠️Difficult Months

Jun-Aug (monsoon), Jan-Feb (Larke La closure risk)

Not recommended — heavy monsoon, extreme cold, or pass closure risk.

Monthly Overview

Jan

Avoid

Feb

Avoid

Mar

Best

Apr

Best

May

Good

Jun

Avoid

Jul

Avoid

Aug

Avoid

Sep

Best

Oct

Best

Nov

Best

Dec

Good

Best

Good

Avoid

💡

Larke La Pass (5,106m) can close in heavy winter snowfall. September is excellent with clear views.

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Manaslu Circuit Trek Cost & Budget Guide 2026

Calculate Manaslu Circuit trek cost. Restricted Area Permit (RAP), MCAP, ACAP permits, Larke La pass guide rates, 4x4 mountain jeep transport, and teahouse budget.

How much does the Manaslu Circuit trek cost?

A 14-day Manaslu Circuit trek costs between $1,000 and $1,500 USD per person including RAP restricted permit ($100/week autumn), MCAP ($23), ACAP ($23), mandatory licensed guide ($32/day), porter ($22/day), mountain jeeps ($80), and teahouses.

Can I trek Manaslu solo without a guide?

No, Manaslu is a restricted area. Nepal law mandates a minimum group of 2 foreign trekkers accompanied by a licensed guide via a registered Nepal agency.