Manaslu Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrive in Kathmandu

Arrive in Kathmandu, Nepal. In the afternoon, we’ll meet at the Yak & Yeti Hotel for an orientation, then enjoy a welcome dinner together in the evening.

*Climbers intending to arrive a day early should inform our office so that we can assist with extra hotel nights.

Day 2 – Gear check & expedition prep

We’ll have a thorough equipment check and enjoy a short tour of Kathmandu before preparing to head into the mountains.

Day 3 – Fly to Samagaon

We’ll depart Kathmandu by helicopter for the village of Samagaon, nestled in the Nubri Valley beneath Manaslu. The flight provides our first close views of the mountain and the surrounding Himalayan landscape.

• Samagaon elevation: 11,024 ft.

Day 4 – Acclimatization Day

We’ll spend the day acclimatizing around Samagaon with optional hikes to nearby lakes and monasteries, allowing our bodies to begin adjusting to the altitude.

Day 5 – Acclimatization hike to Samdo

We’ll hike to the village of Samdo before returning to Samagaon for the night. This higher excursion helps improve acclimatization before we move to Base Camp.

• Route: Samagaon (11,024 ft.) → Samdo (12,401 ft.) → Samagaon (11,024 ft.)
• Elevation gain: +1,377 ft.

Day 6 – Move to Manaslu Base Camp

We’ll leave Samagaon and trek to Manaslu Base Camp, where our camp staff will have everything prepared for our arrival.

• Route: Samagaon (11,024 ft.) → Manaslu Base Camp (15,700 ft.)

Day 7 – Technical climbing skills at Base Camp

Today’s training focuses on climbing techniques, fixed rope travel, and other technical systems that we’ll use during our rotations on the mountain.

Day 8 – Puja Ceremony at Base Camp

We’ll participate in the traditional Buddhist Puja Ceremony, where climbers and Sherpa staff receive a blessing and ask the mountain for safe passage before beginning the climb.

Day 9 – Climb to Camp 1

Our first rotation begins with a climb to Camp 1 before descending back to Base Camp the same day. This allows us to test our systems and become familiar with the route.

• Base Camp: 15,700 ft.
• Camp 1: 18,700 ft.
• Elevation gain: +3,000 ft.

Day 10 – Rest Day at Base Camp

A recovery day at Base Camp before continuing higher on the mountain.

Day 11 – Move to Camp 1

We’ll climb back to Camp 1, this time spending the night as part of our acclimatization strategy.

• Base Camp: 15,700 ft.
• Camp 1: 18,700 ft.
• Elevation gain: +3,000 ft.

Day 12 – Climb to Camp 2

We’ll continue from Camp 1 to Camp 2, reaching a new high point for the expedition before descending back to Base Camp to recover.

• Camp 1: 18,700 ft.
• Camp 2: 20,833 ft.
• Return: Base Camp (15,700 ft.)

Days 13–15 – Rest at Base Camp

Several days of recovery at Base Camp to rest, refuel, and continue acclimatizing while monitoring weather and route conditions.

Day 16 – Move to Camp 1

We’ll begin our second acclimatization rotation, climbing back to Camp 1 for another night on the mountain.

Day 17 – Move to Camp 2

We’ll continue to Camp 2 and spend the night at over 20,000 feet.

Day 18 – Climb to Camp 3

Today’s objective is Camp 3, where we’ll establish another acclimatization high point before descending all the way back to Base Camp.

• Camp 2: 20,833 ft.
• Camp 3: 22,309 ft.
• Return: Base Camp (15,700 ft.)
• Elevation gain: +1,476 ft.

Days 19–20 – Rest & Prep at Base Camp

Additional recovery days at Base Camp while waiting for a favorable summit weather window.

Day 21 – Move to Camp 1

We’ll begin our summit rotation by climbing to Camp 1.

Day 22 – Move to Camp 2

Continue climbing to Camp 2.

Day 23 – Move to Camp 3

Continue climbing to Camp 3 in preparation for our final push.

Day 24 – Move to High Camp

We’ll climb to Camp 4 (High Camp), organize our equipment, and prepare for the summit attempt.

• High Camp: 24,275 ft.

Day 25 – Summit Attempt

We’ll make our summit attempt on Manaslu, then descend to Camp 2 following the climb.

• Manaslu Summit: 26,781 ft.

Day 26 – Descend to Base Camp

We’ll continue descending from Camp 2 back to Base Camp, where the team can recover and celebrate the completion of the climb.

Days 27–32 – Contingency & weather days

These days are reserved for weather delays or additional climbing time if needed.

Day 33 – Descend to Samagaon

We’ll trek from Base Camp back to the village of Samagaon, returning to lower elevations and the green valleys below.

Day 34 – Fly Back to Kathmandu

We’ll return to Kathmandu by helicopter and transfer to our hotel.

Day 35 – Additional Day in Kathmandu

Enjoy a free day to rest, shop, or explore Kathmandu before gathering for a farewell dinner with the team.

Day 36 – Depart Kathmandu

Depart Kathmandu for your journey home.

Itinerary subject to change.

*Lengthy expeditions can be difficult to predict. Please keep your departure date (Day 36) flexible, ensure your airline ticket can be changed if necessary, and avoid scheduling important commitments for at least one week following the expedition.