MANASLU EXPEDITION
Eight highest peak of the world standing at 8,164 m (26,781 ft), Manaslu is located in central west part of Nepal, in the mansari himal range. The name Manaslu (mountain of spirit), is derived from the Sanskrit word Manasa meaning “intellect” or “soul”. The long ridges and valley glaciers of the mountain offer possible approaches from all directions but the one from the south is hard hitting while the northeast face route is the most common. The mountain was first climbed in 1965 May 9th by Toshio Imanashi from Japan and Gyalzen Norbu Sherpa.
Our expedition will be led by Lakpa Rita Sherpa and his teammates who have made several summits to Mt. Everest and Mt. Manaslu. Khangri Experience will provide a one to one guide to climber ratio with supplemental oxygen for summit day to enhance the success of the expedition.
Our trip will begin with a short flight from Kathmandu into Samagoun on a heli-ride included in the price of the expedition. After spending a few days acclimatizing, we will head up to base camp. We will also review technical skills at base camp before we begin climbing to higher camps.
MT. MANASLU
28.5497° N, 84.5597° E
Samagaun, Nepal
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Difficulty Level: Extreme
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Duration: 37 Days
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Fitness Level: High
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Elevation: 8,163 M / 26,781 FT
PRICING AND SCHEDULING
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Manaslu
Date: TBD
Guide: Lakpa Rita Sherpa
Cost: US$25,500
Deposit:
A non-refundable deposit of US$10,000 is payable to secure a place on the expedition.
Balance:
The balance of US$15,500 is due April 26, 2023.
Remaining balance that are not received within the 121 day deadline, risk forfeiture of their place and deposit on the expedition.
All payments are due 121 days before the departure
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Manaslu Refund Policy:
Please note that the deposit is non-refundable. This is highly due to heavy costs that we must bear for our clients before their arrival in Nepal. This includes foods and gear that must be bought months in advance and shipped to Nepal for a successful expedition.
There are also no refunds on expeditions that conclude without reaching or making progress towards expedition objective, such as summit, due to route conditions, weather, or any other factor outside the control of Khangri Experience.
Our refund policy also protects other climbers that have dedicated their time and capital to the expedition.
Trip Cancellation Insurance:
We highly advise our clients to take out trip cancellation insurance with your travel agent if you wish to be covered against cancellation due to personal or medical reasons.
This may be the only way to receive your non-refundable deposits.
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Airport pick up
Welcome dinner in Kathmandu
Accommodations in Kathmandu (2 night) before the expedition, and (1 night) after the expedition
All ground transportation in Nepal
Nepalese climbing and trekking permits
All group equipment needed to climb the mountain: tents, cooking equipment, fuel, stoves, ropes, radio communications, oxygen cylinders, medical supplies, etc.
Air transportation from Kathmandu to Samagoan
All meals during the trek and climb
Lodges will be provided during the trek, and tents will be provided during the climb
All group climbing gear including minimum of 3 bottles of oxygen per climber
Sherpa guides, Sherpas, porters, liaison officer, camp staff and mountain guides
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Nepal visa fee
Bank or Wire Transfer Fees, if applicable
International round-trip airfare to Kathmandu
Tips for guides and staffs and summit bonus $1,000 per climbers to sherpa guide
Food or Dining in Kathmandu and hotel expenses
Personal gear (see Gear List)
Personal expenses
Expenses incurred in the event of early departure (evacuation fees, transport, etc.)
Trip cancelation insurance or the required medical evacuation insurance
Charges and costs incurred as a result of delays beyond the control of Khangri Experience, LLC
Climbing Equipment:
Ice AxeAccessory Cord (3mm 30ft)Crampons4 non-locking large carabiners2 locking carabinerAlpine climbing harnessBelay deviceTrekking polesAscender
Technical Clothing:
2-3 Base layer tops2-3 Base layer bottomLong sleeve sun shirt2-3 Synthetic T-shirtTrekking pantsSoft shell pantsHard shellSoft-shell jacketMid-layer topHardshell jacketInsulated hooded jacketInsulated down parkaExpedition down parkaExpedition down pantsDown suit (substitute for down parka and pants)Insulated synthetic pants
Footwear:
High altitude all in one bootCamp bootsInsulated camp bootiesLight hiking boots or trekking shoes4-5 Wool or synthetic socksLiner socks
Hand-wear:
Traveling:
COVID-19 vaccination cardNegative PCR test resultsTravel Clothes
Head-wear:
Climbing helmetBuffSun hat2 Balaclava systemWool / Synthetic ski hatGlacier glassesSki googlesHeadlampBatteries
Personal Equipment:
-40 degrees fahrenheit down sleeping bag-20 degrees fahrenheit down sleeping bagSmall pack55 liter climbing packInflatable sleeping padFoam padThermosBowl2 Water bottle parkas2 Water bottleMugSporkPee bottleKnifePee funnel for women3 Trash Compact3 Large duffel bagsToiletry bagSteripenSunscreenLip-screenRunning shoesSmall personal first aid kitHand sanitizersFace masksHand warmerToe warmerSmall duffel