Go by jeep! Manang

Until around 2008, reaching Manang required about one day by car followed by six days of trekking on foot. However, with the construction of a new road, you can now travel from Kathmandu to Manang in as little as two days.

The road conditions are very rough, and even a short walk can register over 10,000 steps on your pedometer in a single day. The journey includes many sharp curves with cliffs and waterfalls, which can be mentally and physically exhausting. If you have a fear of heights, this trip may feel particularly intense.

Despite the challenges, it’s highly recommended for those with limited time who want to experience the foothills of the Himalayas or for adventure enthusiasts looking for an exciting journey.

Example itinerary

Additional information about the itinerary

1. Outward journey: We plan to leave Kathmandu on the day after entering Nepal on an international flight and head towards Besisahar, but if you use an international flight that allows you to enter Nepal by around noon, it is possible to travel from Kathmandu to Besisahar on the same day. The way of planning will change depending on the international flight you use to Nepal, so please consult us.
2. With the above itinerary, you will not have a chance to acclimatize to the altitude before arriving in Manang, and you may suffer from altitude sickness. If you have time, it is a good idea to add an extra day and spend an extra night at Chame (2,713m) on the way there.
3. The tour will generally only be held during the dry season (October to May), as there are dangers associated with landslides and flash floods occurring in various locations during the rainy season (June to September), and snowfall and accumulation in the winter (late December to late February) can make roads slippery and pose the risk of falling off cliffs.
4. The number of days you need to stay in Nepal is the number of days for trekking plus 3 nights and 4 days. However, the way you plan your trip will change depending on the international flight you use to get to Nepal, so please contact us for more information.
5. From March to April, you can enjoy the view of the rhododendron, the national flower of Nepal, blooming all over the mountain. 
6. From mid- to late November, you can see Himalayan cherry blossoms, which are said to be the origins of Japanese cherry blossoms, in full bloom in various places. And beyond them are the Himalayas. It’s a view that Japanese people can’t resist.

Minimum number of participants

From 1 person.

We do not offer shared tours with other customers, so you can walk at your own pace.

Fee

[Scheduled for October 1, 2024 to August 31, 2025]

For appointments prior to this time, please contact us for pricing.

For single participants, please contact us for pricing.

During the rainy season and winter, overland travel by car can be very dangerous, so the service may be suspended.

• Please contact us for rates for 2 or more people. Because the cost of the car is high, if you plan to have up to 4 people, the cost per person will be reduced. However, if there are 5 or more people, there may not be enough space to accommodate them and 2 jeeps may be required.
• The listed prices may be subject to change. 

What is included in the price

1. 3 nights at the lodge
2. Meals during the trip (lunch on the first day to lunch on the last day)
3. Drinks during breaks
4. Hot water for drinking
5. Private Jeep (Kathmandu – Manang round trip)
6. 1 guide (salary, insurance, accommodation, and meals included)
7. Annapurna Conservation Area (National Park) Entry Permit
8. (If necessary) Altitude sickness prevention medication and pulse oximeter rental

What is not included in the price

1. Personal expenses (charging, shower, luxury items: alcohol, soft drinks, desserts), bottled water
2. Your own insurance
3. Emergency rescue costs (helicopter fees, etc.)
4. Clothing and equipment rental
5. Porter
6. TIMS permit (no longer required since the COVID-19 outbreak)
7. Tips for guides and drivers

Drinking water in this area

The sale of mineral water is restricted in this area, and it is not sold beyond New Bridge/Tilkedhunga. The only water you can buy is not mineral water, but plain water (spring water or river water that has been boiled and cooled) or water that has been filtered through a special filter. Both are sold in 1 liter plastic bottles, just like mineral water.

They are sold at almost every lodge and rest stop during the trek, but if you are unsure, you can always buy chlorine or bromine tablets.

We recommend that you prepare the tablets beforehand. (We do not provide tablets.)

Expenses other than trekking

The above trekking fees do not include the following:

1.  Travel between Kathmandu and Pokhara
   → We can arrange tourist buses, chartered cars, or domestic flights. Domestic flight prices　　are listed on this page.
2. Hotels in Pokhara, Kathmandu　
   →The hotels we arrange are of intermediate level or higher. Our opinions on hotels　　are posted on this page.
3. Guide accompaniment fee outside the trekking period
   →In addition to trekking, a guide can also accompany you on your journey between Kathmandu and Pokhara.

About Tipping

Please see the following page for our views on guides and porters.

>>　Our opinions on guides and porters

About Tipping

Please refer to the next page.

>>　Things to know during trekking　→ 5. Tips

Trekking during the rainy season

Please refer to the next page.

>>　Best season for trekking

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