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Licensed by the Nepal Department of Tourism, Nim has led treks on the Manaslu Circuit since 2009 and is trained in wilderness first aid and altitude sickness response. He last walked the full Manaslu Circuit in spring 2025 to check lodges and trail conditions.
The best places to visit in the Manaslu region, from Lho and Pungyen Gompa to Birendra Tal, Bhimtang and Mu Gompa in Tsum Valley, with altitudes, hike times and how to fit them into one trek.
Lho, also written Lho Gaon or Lo Gaon, is a Tibetan Buddhist village on the Manaslu Circuit. It sits at 3,185 m (10,449 ft) in Nepal’s Gorkha district, inside the Manaslu Conservation Area. Trekkers walk …
A fire broke out at Hotel Good Luck in Dingboche (4,410 m) on the Everest Base Camp route on 30 October 2026. Guests and staff were evacuated, with no casualties reported.
The Tsum Valley trekking route has reopened after the October 11, 2026 Budhi Gandaki flood. Four wooden bridges now carry trekkers past Sardibhir to Chhekampar and Mu Gompa.
Every Nepal trekking permit for 2026: TIMS, park and conservation fees, Restricted Area Permit costs, the new solo trekker rule and Upper Mustang’s daily fee.
Where is Manaslu mountain located? In the heart of Nepal, closer to Tibet than to any city. Mount Manaslu is the eighth-highest mountain on Earth, yet it hides behind its own ridges and you cannot …
The wind whipped around me, carrying the scent of snow and thin mountain air. Below, the world fell away in a dizzying display of jagged peaks and emerald valleys. Standing at the top of Larkya …
The Himalayas beckon with their majestic peaks and hidden valleys, each offering a unique adventure. But if you crave a trek that’s off the beaten path, steeped in culture and breathtaking beauty, then look no …
Trekking in the Manaslu region requires specific permits. This page provides essential information on obtaining the Manaslu Restricted Area Permit (MRAP), the Manaslu Conservation Area Permit (MCAP), and the Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP). Find …
Manaslu Circuit Trek, nestled around the world’s eighth-highest mountain, Mount Manaslu (8,163 meters), is an epic adventure. But with proper planning and streamlining, you can maximize your enjoyment and minimize hassles. This guide helps to …