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TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Last updated: October 2026

These Terms and Conditions apply to all trips booked with Manaslu Circuit Treks (MCT), operated by Core Trek Pvt. Ltd., a trekking and tour company licensed by the Department of Tourism, Government of Nepal, and a member of the Trekking Agencies’ Association of Nepal (TAAN).

Please read these terms carefully before booking. By paying a deposit, you confirm that you have read and accepted them.

Giving back to the Himalayas

We are committed to supporting the people of the Himalayas. Through our own non-profit organisation, Helping Hands for Himalayan People – Nepal, 5% of the company’s earnings go directly to communities in need.

1. Booking and deposit

  • To confirm a booking, we need a copy of your passport and a deposit of 25% of the total trip cost.
  • Your booking is confirmed once we receive the deposit and send you a written confirmation.
  • Once your deposit is paid, the price of your trip is fixed, except for the cases in Section 9.

2. Balance payment

  • The remaining 75% is due on arrival in Kathmandu, before the trek starts.
  • If the balance is not paid before the trek starts, we may treat the booking as cancelled under Section 4.

3. Payment methods

Online card payment

You can pay securely by card through our website. Card payments are processed by our payment providers, such as Stripe and PayPal. A 3% card processing fee applies.

Wire transfer / SWIFT

Pay to: Core Trek Pvt. Ltd.
Current A/C: 13201100000222
Bank name: Nepal Investment Mega Bank
Bank street address: Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal
SWIFT code: NIBLNPKT

Note: The client pays all service charges for the transfer. We are not affiliated with any money transfer service and are not liable for charges during transactions.

4. Cancellation by you

  • Cancellations must be made in writing by email.
  • If you cancel at any time, including less than 14 days before departure or as a no-show, a cancellation fee of USD 100 is deducted, and everything else you paid moves to your Lifetime Deposit account.
  • Costs we have already paid on your behalf that cannot be recovered, such as permits and domestic flights, are not transferred to the Lifetime Deposit.
  • We recommend postponing rather than cancelling. You can change your trip dates free of charge once, if you tell us at least 14 days before departure, subject to availability.

5. Lifetime Deposit

  • We do not offer cash refunds. Instead, money moved to your Lifetime Deposit never expires and can be used for any future trip with us.
  • You can transfer your Lifetime Deposit to a family member or friend by telling us in writing.

6. Cancellation or changes by us

  • If we have to cancel your trip before departure because of natural disasters, war, political unrest, government restrictions or similar events outside our control, everything you paid moves to your Lifetime Deposit with no cancellation fee.
  • If we cancel your trip for any other reason, you can choose a full refund or another trip of equal value.

7. Changes during the trek

  • Trekking in the Himalayas depends on weather, trail conditions and your health. Your guide may change, shorten or stop the itinerary for safety reasons, for example because of altitude sickness, bad weather, landslides or closed trails. The guide’s decision on safety is final.
  • If you leave the trek early for any reason, no refund is given for unused days or services. Any extra costs, such as hotel nights, transport, flights or a helicopter rescue, are paid by you or your travel insurance.

8. Flight delays and cancellations

Domestic flights in Nepal, especially mountain flights, are often delayed or cancelled because of weather. We will do our best to rebook you or arrange other transport. Extra costs for accommodation, meals, transport or charter flights are paid by the client. We recommend allowing 1 to 2 spare days at the end of your trip.

9. Price changes

Prices on our website may change because of inflation, exchange rates, permit fees or government taxes. Once your deposit is paid, your trip price is fixed. The only exception is new government fees or permit increases introduced after you book, which we will pass on at cost and explain to you.

10. Last-minute bookings

You can book up to 3 days before departure, subject to availability and permit processing. Last-minute bookings may cost more because of urgent permit, flight and accommodation arrangements.

11. Travel insurance

Comprehensive travel insurance is mandatory. It must cover medical treatment, emergency helicopter evacuation up to the highest altitude of your trek, trip cancellation, personal accident, and loss or theft of baggage. You must give us your policy details before the trek starts.

12. Health and fitness

High-altitude trekking is physically demanding. You must be in good health and fit enough for your chosen trek. Please tell us about any medical conditions before you book. You trek at your own risk and must follow your guide’s advice on acclimatisation.

13. Passports, visas and permits

  • You are responsible for having a passport valid for at least 6 months after arrival and a valid Nepal visa.
  • We arrange your trekking permits. Nepal’s rules for restricted areas such as Manaslu require you to trek with a licensed guide.

14. Promo codes and discounts

Promo codes such as FLAT20 can be used once per booking and cannot be combined with other discounts unless stated. They have no cash value.

15. Personal belongings

You are responsible for your own belongings. We are not liable for loss, damage or theft of personal items. Porters carry a maximum weight per trekker as stated in your trip details.

16. Risks and liability

We operate under the rules of the Department of Tourism, Government of Nepal. We are not liable for injury, illness, loss, delay or extra costs caused by events beyond our reasonable control. These include natural disasters, weather, political unrest, government actions, strikes, flight cancellations, or the acts of third-party providers such as airlines and hotels.

17. Conduct and the law

You must respect local laws, customs and the environment. We may remove anyone from a trip whose behaviour endangers themselves or others, with no refund. We are not responsible for refunds if you have to leave Nepal because of illegal acts.

18. Privacy

We handle your personal information, including passport and health details, under our Privacy Policy.

19. Governing law

These terms are governed by the laws of Nepal, and any dispute falls under the jurisdiction of the courts of Kathmandu.

20. Contact

Manaslu Circuit Treks / Core Trek Pvt. Ltd.
P.O. Box 3763, Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal
Email: info@manaslucircuittreks.com
Phone/WhatsApp: +977 9851179975