The Manaslu Circuit Trek is considered a challenging trek due to its high altitude, rugged terrain, and long duration. Trekkers should be physically fit and have some prior trekking experience. Proper acclimatization and a slow, steady pace are essential to successfully complete the trek.

The Manaslu Circuit Trek typically takes around 14 to 18 days, depending on the chosen itinerary, trekking pace, and acclimatization days. This duration includes travel to and from the trailhead and time spent exploring Kathmandu.

Accommodation on the Manaslu Circuit Trek ranges from basic teahouses to more comfortable lodges. Teahouses offer simple rooms with shared bathroom facilities, while some lodges may have private rooms with attached bathrooms. It's advisable to bring a sleeping bag for added warmth and comfort.

You can find a wide variety of Nepali and Western food as well as drinks during the Manaslu Trek. Bottled water is available along the trail until the last village. You can buy boiling water from the lodge or restaurant or you can use Iodine or water-purifying medicines. All the lodges and hotels provide free drinking natural spring water.

We consider our guides and porters to be the backbone of our company and go above and beyond to ensure they are treated with respect. All of our staff members are paid higher wages than is the industry minimum and our team members are all provided with training and educational opportunities. We view our porters as being an integral part of our team and know our consistently good feedback is because of the great work our team do.

Tipping is a way of showing gratitude for a job well done, it is not their salary, it is a bonus on top of what the team have already earned. We also want to stress that in the unlikely event that you are unhappy with the level of service received from your team, you are not obligated to tip.

As a general rule of thumb, the average tips given to your team (guides and porters) are 12-15 US $ per member per day would be a kind and respectful amount to pay to your team. If you are trekking in a group this money is divided among all of the guides and porters, if you are trekking privately the tips can be given directly to you guide and porter.

Manaslu Booking Your Trip:
Minimum Group Size: 2 person
Maximum Group Size: 15
Confirmation: Send a deposit and receive an invoice or email. Final details are locked in!
Price Changes: Once confirmed, no price changes unless requested by you or due to unforeseen circumstances.

Deposits and Payments:
25% Deposit: Secure your spot with a minimum deposit.
Remaining Payment: Pay anytime before or after your trip.
Cancellation Policy: Get a full refund up to 40 days before! Refunds decrease the closer you get to the trip.

Payment Methods:
Bank Transfer: We'll provide details.
Direct Money Transfer: Use Western Union or MoneyGram.
Credit Card: Pay in Nepal with MasterCard or Visa (4% extra charge).
or CASH is also accepted. 

Cancellations:
You can cancel anytime.
Get a full refund up to 50 days before your trip.
50% refund up to 30 days before.
25% refund up to 20 days before.
No refund after 15 days or after the trip starts.

Risks and Liabilities:
We strive for a smooth journey, but some things are beyond our control (weather, government restrictions, etc.).
You'll cover any extra costs due to these circumstances.
We're not responsible for losses caused by other parties or travel insurance issues.

Medical Conditions and Requirements:
Tell us about any medical conditions, allergies, or dietary needs.
Last-minute information may lead to cancellation without a refund.
Some trips may not be suitable for everyone. Let us know your limitations.

Travel Insurance:
Mandatory! Get travel insurance to cover medical expenses, evacuation, etc.
We don't include it in our prices.
Choose a "Trip Cancellations and Medical Insurance Policy."
We'll help with insurance companies, but ultimately you're responsible for any unpaid bills.

Flight Delays and Itinerary Changes:
Mountain weather is unpredictable. Flights may be delayed or canceled.
We're not responsible for costs due to flight cancellations.
Alternative arrangements, like helicopter flights, come at your own cost.
We'll help with missed flights and expired visas as much as possible.

Injuries and Evacuation:
Get travel insurance to cover injuries and evacuation (including helicopter).
We're not responsible for your health or injuries.

Responsibility:
Follow the tour leader's instructions and avoid unlawful behavior.
Disruptive behavior may lead to expulsion without a refund.

Extra Days:
Consider adding extra days for buffer, especially in remote areas or off-season.
You'll cover your own accommodation and food costs if flights are canceled before or after your trip.

During your Manaslu trekking, you'll get telephone access in lower section and internet access will be available in almost all places except for unusual weather situations that may disturb the internet connection. Each hotel has the wifi where you need to buy a card from Everest Link and you can access the internet. The telephone and internet costs would be the additional cost for your trip. Most of the lodges/ guest houses take an additional charge for battery charging. There is no electricity in all the places in Manaslu Trek. There is electricity or solar power where you can recharge your camera batteries, laptop, mobile, etc. that costs you need to pay extra. But, the facilities will be there to recharge your gadgets and devices.