Manaslu Circuit Trek Cost 2026/27: Full Budget Breakdown

How much does the Manaslu Circuit Trek really cost in 2026/27? Package prices, permit fees, daily trail spending and a complete budget breakdown.

The Manaslu Circuit Trek costs between USD 975 and USD 1,080 per person for a standard guided 12-day package, depending on group size. Budget an additional USD 100–150 for the local Chumnubri fee and personal spending on the trail. This guide breaks down every cost line so there are no surprises at checkout or on the mountain.

Trekking Guide Team Adventure Package Prices (2026/27)

Our Manaslu Circuit Trek 12 Days package is priced by group size:

Group Size	Price Per Person (USD)
1 person (solo)	1,080
2–4 persons	975
5–8 persons	890

These prices are fixed for the 2026 trekking season. All permits, licensed guide, accommodation, meals, and

Larke Pass sign at 5,106 metres decorated with prayer flags on the Manaslu Circuit Trek — Larke Pass (5,106 m) — the high point of the Manaslu Circuit, reached on day 9 of our itinerary.

ground transport are included. See the full inclusions list below.

What Is Included in the Package Price?

Included

All permits: Manaslu Restricted Area Permit (RAP), Manaslu Conservation Area Permit (MCAP), Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP)
Licensed and experienced trekking guide (English-speaking)
Teahouse accommodation throughout the trek (twin-share)
All meals on trek: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Ground transport: sharing bus Kathmandu to Macchakhola (or equivalent starting point) and return
Farewell dinner in Kathmandu
All government and conservation area fees
First aid kit

Not Included

International flights to/from Kathmandu
Nepal visa (USD 30 for 15 days, USD 50 for 30 days — obtain on arrival at TIA)
Travel insurance with helicopter evacuation cover (required, not optional)
Chumnubri local area fee: about USD 8 (NPR 1,000) per person, paid at the checkpoint
Personal spending: hot showers, wifi, device charging, bottled drinks, snacks
Tips for your guide and porter
Porter hire (available as an add-on)
Private jeep upgrade (available for an additional cost)
Extra nights in Kathmandu before or after the trek

Trekkers in a village on the Manaslu Circuit with Manaslu peak behind — Our trekkers on the Manaslu Circuit, with Manaslu (8,163 m) behind.

Permit Costs for Manaslu Circuit Trek 2026

Permits for the Manaslu Circuit are more complex and more expensive than for open trekking routes. Here is what is required:

Permit	Cost	Notes
Manaslu RAP (Sep–Nov)	USD 100 for the first 7 days + USD 15/day after	Peak season rate
Manaslu RAP (Dec–Aug)	USD 75 for the first 7 days + USD 10/day after	Off-peak rate
MCAP (Manaslu Conservation)	NPR 3,000 (~USD 22)	Same all year
ACAP (Annapurna Conservation)	NPR 3,000 (~USD 22)	Same all year
Chumnubri local fee	NPR 1,000 (~USD 8)	Paid at checkpoint, not in package
Total permits (approx, peak season)	~USD 150–180 pp	Already included in our package price

Two rules catch people out. First, the Manaslu RAP has traditionally required at least two trekkers on the same permit, and the rules for solo trekkers have been changing — message us and we will confirm the current position and sort it for you. Second, a licensed guide is mandatory by law — there is no legal way to trek Manaslu independently. Our package includes the guide so this is handled automatically.

Our package price covers all the permits listed above except the Chumnubri local fee, which you pay directly at the checkpoint on the trail. Permit fees are set by the Government of Nepal and can change, so we always confirm the current rate when we process your permits.

A village on the Manaslu Circuit Trek with snow-capped peaks behind — One of the villages along the Manaslu Circuit, dwarfed by the surrounding peaks.

Daily Spending on the Manaslu Circuit

The package covers accommodation and three meals per day. Additional spending depends on your habits. Here is a realistic guide to extras:

Item	Lower Villages (e.g. Macchakhola)	Mid Route (e.g. Namrung)	Upper Route (e.g. Samagaun, Samdo)
Hot shower	NPR 200–300 (~USD 1.50)	NPR 300–400 (~USD 2.50)	NPR 400–500 (~USD 3.50)
Wifi (per day)	NPR 200–300	NPR 300–500	Limited or unavailable
Phone charging	NPR 100–150	NPR 150–200	NPR 200–300
Bottled water (1L)	NPR 80–100	NPR 120–150	NPR 150–200
Coke / Fanta	NPR 150–200	NPR 200–250	NPR 250–350
Snickers / chocolate bar	NPR 200–300	NPR 300–400	NPR 350–500
Extra tea/coffee	NPR 80–120	NPR 100–150	NPR 150–200

Everything gets more expensive as you climb. Items are carried up by mule or porter, so a bottle of water that costs NPR 80 at Macchakhola costs NPR 150–200 at Samdo. Budget around USD 15–25 per day for extras if you like hot showers and wifi.

Full Budget Summary: Manaslu Circuit Trek 2026/27

Cost Category	Budget Range (USD pp)	Notes
Package price (2–4 pax)	975	Includes permits, guide, meals, accommodation, transport
Chumnubri local fee	8	Paid at checkpoint
Travel insurance	80–150	Must include helicopter evacuation to 6,000 m
Trail extras (12 days)	150–250	Hot showers, wifi, drinks, snacks
Tips (guide)	80–120	Customary range for a 12-day trek
Tips (porter, if hired)	50–80	Per trek, per porter
Kathmandu extras	50–150	Extra nights, visa, airport meals
TOTAL ESTIMATE	1,350–1,700	Excluding international flights

How to Save Money on the Manaslu Circuit

Travel in off-peak season

The Manaslu RAP is cheaper outside the September–November peak window (USD 75 instead of USD 100 for the first week). If you can trek in December–February or March–May, permit costs are lower and teahouses are quieter. Note that Larkya La can have snow in winter — check trail conditions with your guide.

Choose a larger group

Our pricing drops from USD 1,080 (solo) to USD 975 (2–4 pax) to USD 890 (5–8 pax). If you are travelling as a couple, you already get the group rate. If you are solo, joining a scheduled departure brings the cost down significantly.

Take the sharing bus, not a private jeep

The sharing bus from Kathmandu to Macchakhola is included in the package. A private jeep upgrade is more comfortable but adds to cost. For most trekkers, the bus is perfectly fine — it is 7–8 hours and the road is decent.

Use water purification, not bottles

A UV pen or filter (Sawyer Squeeze, Steripen) costs USD 25–40 before you leave home and eliminates bottled water costs for the entire trek. At USD 1.50–2.00 per litre at altitude, it pays for itself in a few days.

Manaslu peak glowing at sunrise on the Manaslu Circuit trek — Manaslu (8,163 m) at sunrise — the view that makes every rupee worth it.

Is Manaslu Circuit Good Value?

Compared to EBC, Manaslu costs less in total (EBC adds Lukla flights at USD 180–200 each way), the trail is far less crowded, and the permit system means every trekker has a licensed guide — which significantly improves safety. For the price of a well-run EBC package, you get a more remote and technically comparable trek with dramatically fewer people on the trail. See our EBC vs Manaslu Circuit comparison for the full side-by-side.

For a personalised quote or to check departure dates, see our Manaslu Circuit Trek 12 Days page or send us a message on WhatsApp.