Manaslu · climb
Top guides for Manaslu, ranked by their reviews here: Furtenbach Adventures (★ 5.0, 8 reviews), Elite Exped (★ 5.0, 2 reviews), Pioneer Adventure (★ 5.0, 2 reviews). ExpedReview is a specialist review platform for high-altitude mountaineering. Every review is checked by our team before it's published, and guides cannot pay for a better rating.
Guides listing a price: 5 of 8 (5 updated in the past 12 months). Guide-listed "from" prices: $14,300–$29,919 USD.
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ERTI 4.76 overall
Based in Austria
★ 5.0 · 8 reviews on Manaslu
Last review: Nov 2021
Price: From $29,919 USD · guide-listed package price · last updated Jun 2026
ERTI 3.95 overall
Based in Nepal
★ 5.0 · 2 reviews on Manaslu
Last review: Jun 2020
Price: No recent price listed
ERTI 4.26 overall
Based in Nepal
★ 5.0 · 2 reviews on Manaslu
Last review: Oct 2021
Price: From $16,500 USD · guide-listed price for this location · last updated Feb 2026
ERTI 4.85 overall
Based in Nepal
★ 5.0 · 1 review on Manaslu
Last review: Feb 2025
Price: From $14,300 USD · guide-listed price for this location · last updated Jan 2026
ERTI 4.61 overall
Based in United Kingdom
★ 5.0 · 1 review on Manaslu
Last review: Mar 2021
Price: No recent price listed
ERTI 4.90 overall
Based in United States
★ 5.0 · 1 review on Manaslu
Last review: Sep 2022
Price: From $27,995 USD · guide-listed price for this location · last updated Mar 2026
ERTI 4.61 overall
Based in United States
★ 4.8 · 1 review on Manaslu
Last review: Oct 2023
Price: From $16,850 USD · guide-listed package price · last updated Jul 2026
ERTI 4.30 overall
Based in Switzerland
★ 4.8 · 1 review on Manaslu
Last review: Dec 2019
Price: No recent price listed
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ERTI 4.82 overall
Based in New Zealand
No ERTI yet
Based in Nepal
First ascent by Japanese expedition on May 9, 1956. At 8,163m, the eighth highest peak in the world. The name means "Mountain of the Spirit" in Sanskrit. The Manaslu Circuit trek opened to foreigners in 1991 and remains less crowded than Annapurna or Everest regions.
Manaslu Circuit Trek (14-18 days): Classic teahouse trek crossing Larkya La pass (5,160m). Manaslu Summit Route: Technical climb via Northeast Face, requires special permit. Tsum Valley Extension: Cultural detour into remote Tibetan Buddhist valley. Ganesh Himal Connection: Extended trek linking to Ganesh Himal range.
Weather: During the climbing season, average daily temperatures at the foot of the mountain range from 6 ºC to 10 °C (43 ºF to 50 °F). Temperatures decrease rapidly as elevation is gained. The permanent snow line is found at about 5,000 metres (16,400 feet). During the two climbing seasons, rainfall is less frequent but not uncommon and some snow should be expected in the spring climbing season., Best Time to Visit: April to May, September to October, Average Expedition Length 35 to 40 days
Nepalese Rupee (NPR) is the official currency. Carry sufficient cash - no ATMs on the circuit. Special restricted area permit required ($100/week in high season). Teahouse costs higher than Annapurna due to remote location. USD accepted in Kathmandu for permit fees.
Official: Nepali. Regional: Nubri (Tibetan dialect) in upper valleys, Gurung in lower regions. English spoken by guides and some lodge staff. More limited English than Everest/Annapurna regions - basic Nepali helpful.
Dream Himalaya Adventures
Manaslu · Rated 5/5 · Reviewed
We climbed Mt. Manaslu with Tendy and Karma Sherpa. No doubt, it was a perfect expedition in terms of food, logistic, guides, climbing and so on. Surely we will repeat in the future!
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Summitclimb
Manaslu · Rated 4.8/5 · Reviewed
This wasn’t my first trip with SummitClimb and they lived up to my every expectation, again! This company has safety as one of its highest priorities, balancing it well against other team members’ interests such as reaching the summit, comfort, nice food and good camaraderie in…
By Verified Reviewer
Climbing The Seven Summits
Manaslu · Rated 5/5 · Reviewed
Climbing the Seven Summits (CTSS)/TAGnepal provided world-class expertise and logistical support for a second year in a row in connection with my attempt to become the oldest American to summit Manaslu, including solving a multitude of issues that kept me on the mountain until…
By Donald B.
Furtenbach Adventures
Manaslu · Rated 4.8/5 · Reviewed
As my first high altitude expedition, I was relatively inexperienced, but Lukas and his team were firstly very responsive and reassuring when it came to planning an expedition. It was also great to meet Lukas on arrival in Kathmandu, followed by an expertly Sherpa-led trek into…
By Sahil P.
Furtenbach Adventures
Manaslu · Rated 5/5 · Reviewed
I participated in the Furtenbach Manaslu autumn expedition 2021. The organisation was good, from arrival in Kathmandu and during the whole course of the expedition. The food in base camp, and camp 1, was better than what I had experienced during my earlier expeditions in Nepal.…
By Höddi T.
Furtenbach Adventures
Manaslu · Rated 5/5 · Reviewed
8000m in 3 weeks – it seems impossible, but it is possible – if everything runs smoothly; and with Furtenbach Adventures, everything runs very smoothly, so smoothly that it took us only 12 days from Kathmandu to the summit and 1 ½ days back! The office in Austria was always…
By Eva-Maria R.
Pioneer Adventure
Manaslu · Rated 5/5 · Reviewed
I had an amazing expedition with Pioneer adventures Sept 2021! I felt very comfortable and safe through the climb. The guides tailored the trip to each individual climber. They listened to us an made every attempt to help each climber. We were all given an adequate opportunity…
By Qaisra S.
Furtenbach Adventures
Manaslu · Rated 5/5 · Reviewed
I can unreservedly recommend Furtenbach adventures. The organization before the expedition and on the mountain was perfect. The support on the mountain was incredible. The Sherpas were all experienced and very strong. The catering was great and the accommodation in the base camp…
By Martin S.
Furtenbach Adventures
Manaslu · Rated 4.8/5 · Reviewed
Absolutely fantastic, from start to finish. Great food, services, guides, camps, the whole works.
By Stefan N.
Furtenbach Adventures
Manaslu · Rated 5/5 · Reviewed
FA runs a tight ship - and it's a good one to be on! From pre-expedition prep to a vibrant and healthy Base Camp scene, to the well-oiled on mountain machine, the whole thing is thorough and each detail thought out and considered. Without reservation, I would return to the…
By Matt W.
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