Complete Expense Breakdown
These are typical ranges; agencies may bundle prices.
🎟️ Permits (2026 estimate)
- Manaslu Restricted Area Permit (RAP): USD 100 (7 days) + USD 15/day
- MCAP (Manaslu Conservation): NPR 3,000 (~USD 25)
- ACAP (Annapurna Conservation): NPR 3,000 (~USD 25)
- TIMS: Sometimes included (agency handles)
🚐 Transport
- Kathmandu → Machha Khola: NPR 2,000–4,000 (varies)
- Dharapani → Kathmandu: Similar range
🧑🦯 Guide & Porter
- Licensed Guide (mandatory): NPR 3,000–5,000 / day
- Porter (optional): NPR 2,000–3,000 / day
🍛 Food & Accommodation
- Teahouse / guesthouse: NPR 600–1,800 / night
- Meals: NPR 1,200–2,500 / day
🧾 Miscellaneous
- Tea / Coffee: NPR 150–400
- Charging devices: NPR 200–500
- Wi-Fi: NPR 300–800
💰 Estimated Total Cost (13–14 Days)
- Budget package: NPR 120,000–160,000 (~USD 950–1,200)
- Mid-range guided trek: NPR 170,000–230,000 (~USD 1,300–1,700)
- Comfort package: NPR 240,000+ (~USD 1,800+)