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Manaslu Circuit Trek — Requirements

Permits + restricted area rules.

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🎟️ Permits & Guide Rules

Restricted Area Trek (Manaslu)

Manaslu Circuit lies inside Manaslu Conservation Area + a Restricted Area Zone. A licensed guide is mandatory and typically minimum 2 trekkers are required for the restricted permit.

🇳🇵 Nepali Trekkers

  • MCAP: NPR 3,000
  • ACAP: NPR 3,000
  • Restricted Area Permit (RAP): Varies by season (agency handles)
  • Guide: Mandatory

🌏 Foreign Trekkers

  • Restricted Area Permit (RAP): USD 100 (7 days) + USD 15/day (estimate)
  • MCAP: NPR 3,000
  • ACAP: NPR 3,000
  • Guide: Mandatory (licensed)

🧾 What You Need to Apply

Documents & Details

Carry these to avoid delays.

  • Valid ID — Foreigners: Passport / Nepali: Citizenship
  • 2 passport-size photos
  • Permit fees (cash or bank payment)
  • Trek route details (Manaslu Circuit)
  • Licensed guide details (mandatory for restricted area)

📍 Where & How to Get Permits

Permit Offices & Agencies

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Nepal Tourism Board — Kathmandu (Bhrikutimandap)
Main office for trekking info and permit guidance.
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Nepal Tourism Board — Pokhara
Helpful if you are starting from Pokhara side.
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Through Registered Trekking Agencies
Most trekkers use an agency for RAP + guide + logistics.
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Himalayan Trekking Path Pvt. Ltd.
Registered agency option.
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Nepal Trekking Experts Pvt. Ltd.
Registered agency option.
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Green Valley Nepal Treks
Registered agency option.

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