Mount Manaslu is located in northwestern Nepal in the Gorkha District of Gandaki Province. Mount Manaslu is the world’s 8th highest mountain peak, with an elevation of 8,163 meters. Manaslu Circuit Trek is one of Nepal’s most breathtaking yet less crowded Himalayan giants. Mount Manaslu used to attracts trekkers who loves authentic Himalayan region which is away from mass tourism.
Mt. Manaslu is close to the Nepal-Tibet(China) border which lies approx 64km east of Annapurna. Similarly Manaslu stands in the Mansiri Himal Range. It is surrounded by the dramatic glaciers, deep river valley and high mountain passes.
Latitude of Mt. Manaslu: 28.5497 degree North
Longitude of Mt. Manaslu: 84.5597 degree East
Two major giants mountain region are the side pillar to the Mt. Manaslu. One is Annapurna Region which is in west and another is Ganesh Himal Region which is in east.
How far is Mount Manaslu from Kathmandu?
Mount Manaslu is located approx 160 km north west of Kathmandu which include both road connection and trail. 8-10hrs drive from Kathmandu to Machhi Khola and 7-10 days trekking trail from Machhi Khola to Mount Manaslu Base Camp.
Comparatively Manaslu is not far in distance but due to it’s remote location and rugged terrain made it feel away from world.