Trekkers statistics ( Number of Foreign tourists in the Manaslu Region according data of Manaslu Conservation Area Project)
- 2018/2019: 7655 tourists
- 2019/2020: 5338
- 2020/2021: 194 ( due to COVID-19)
- 2021/2022: 2284
- 2022/2023: 7705
- 2023/2024: 9782
- As of 2025 May 12,259 international tourists trek to Manaslu.
Top foreign visitor nationalities on Manaslu in 2024
- France: 1335
- Germany: 1181
- USA: 796
- India: 156 trekkers
What's new and unique on the Manaslu Trek (2026)?
Manaslu remains a jewel for trekking in the Himalayas, celebrated for its raw natural landscape and authentic cultural immersion. But for those seeking something beyond the classic experience, and looking for up-to-date information about Manaslu. There are exciting changes, developments, and unique angles to highlight the Manaslu Circuit TrekPackage for the 2025 and 2026 seasons.
New Starting Point & Road Updates of Manaslu
- Machha Khola: The new gateway and popular route for the Manaslu Circuit Tsum Valley Trek. Previously, the trek started from Soti Khola, but the infrastructure upgrades. Machha Khola has emerged as a new trailhead Point of the Manaslu Region Trek.
- Road Construction: while road construction is ongoing. Specifically, Jagat onward, providing improved access, a deep remote feature of the Manaslu Area remains untouched outside of the main access. Accessibility to Manaslu is improving, and the essence of the remote trek is still preserved for the majority of the hiking route.
Enhance Comfort and Connectivity: Tea house and 4G Access on Manaslu Hike
- Upgraded Tea House: Many lodges and tea houses on the Manaslu Trek have been updated, offering more comfortable accommodation and a hygienic, great variety of food. Villages like Samagaon, Shyala, and Samdo, where new tea houses are added. This significantly improves the trekker's durability and hassle-free hike to Manaslu in both the spring and autumn seasons.
- 4G connectivity in the High Altitude: Villages of Manaslu is updated with Nepal Telecom 4G antenna network. Trekkers can enjoy the smooth internet and network coverage, enhancing safety and communicating with their loved ones.
Deep Culture Dives and Alternative Routes
- New Monasteries & Cultural Richness: Beyond numerous monasteries and stupas along the trail of Manaslu. A newly built monastery in Samagaon further enriches the local cultural experience. It accesses the opportunities to engage with Tibetan-influenced Buddhist Culture.
- Tsum Valley Extension Route: for those who have enough travel time and are seeking an even more profound cultural dive, along with an off-the-beaten-path adventure on Manaslu, the Tsum Valley Trek extension. This sacred valley of Manaslu highlights the ancient monasteries like MU Gompa, Rache Gompa, and truly untouched Tibetan Heritage. It is a fantastic way to extend the Manaslu Adventure and differentiate the Trek Package.
Other alternative routes: mentioning other less-explored alternatives in the Manaslu region, like the Ganesh Himal Trek, the Lower Manaslu Trek with different timeframes and fitness levels. Positioning your trek as comprehensive.
Sustainable Tourism and Responsible Trekking
- Conservation Focus: The Manaslu Conservation Area (MCAP) actively promotes eco-tourism. Established in 1998 AD, it is a beacon of integrate, conservation, and sustainable development. The conversation focuses on several points:
- Protecting Biodiversity
- Community-led sustainable tourism
- Responsible waste management
- Cultural Preservation
Guide and Permit Rule Update on Manaslu Circuit Trek
A Registered license experience guide is mandatory with Manaslu Restricted Area Permit (MRAP), Manaslu Conservation Area (MCAP), and Annapurna Conservation Area fees directly go to Conservation Projects, community developments, and trail maintenance. This update isn’t new, but it is a crucial aspect of responsible and legaltrekking in theManaslu Region. Make sure that your booked package handles all these permits and guide procedures.
If you are confused about the trekkers' rule in the Manaslu Circuit, a minimum of two trekkers is required. You should issue two restricted permits, along with a Conservation area and a local municipality permit.
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