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Expeditions to the 8000 metre Peaks

Manaslu

Altitude 8,161m/26,774ft » Duration 44 Days » Grade 4E

The eighth highest mountain in the world and a fine alternative to Cho Oyu

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Manaslu Photo: © Tomaz Jakofcic

Introduction

Looking for the complete 8,000m climbing adventure? Look no further than Manaslu (8,163m), which offers an alternative to Cho Oyu for those who want to climb a more varied and challenging 8,000er. We organised our first expedition to Manaslu in the 2008 post-monsoon season. Despite heavy snowfall, our team made a herculean effort, pulling out all the stops to summit on 4 October. This was a very successful expedition, which put twelve Jagged Globe team members on top. We will build on the experience of our 2008 expedition in 2009, when we aim to return to the mountain in the spring.

Experience Required

The Manaslu expedition is suitable for experienced mountaineers. To join us on Manaslu, you need to be fully conversant with mountaineering techniques. Ideally, having completed Alpine climbs equivalent to AD and have prior altitude experience of 6,000m or above.
This expedition is graded 4E... read more about grades
Our Scottish Winter Courses and our Alpine Courses provide good skills preparation for an expedition.

Team Composition

Leaders assigned to our 2009 expedition are yet to be confirmed. The expedition leader is supported by a number of hand-picked Sherpas. We provide a Sherpa for every two team members on Manaslu... read more about leaders

Expedition Itinerary

Day 1: Depart London. For those joining the expedition in the UK, fly London to Kathmandu on Qatar Airlines via Doha...read more

Pre-Expedition Meeting

Prior to all our expeditions, we host a Pre-Expedition Weekend in North Wales... read more

Equipment

To join the Manaslu expedition you need the following specialist equipment... read more
We have a comprehensive Equipment Hire Service

Insurance

Special travel insurance is available from us which provides a wide range of cover... read more

Additional Information

If you wish to discuss any aspect of the expedition or your suitability for it, please contact us by telephone:
  • +44 (0) 845 345 8848
Alternatively, you can contact us by email

First Expedition
Sep 2008
Summits
1
Total
1
Latest Reports & Photos (Oct '08)
Camp 2Adele out in front in search of camp 2Party time!
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Dates

Click to book a place online
Sat 18 Apr - Sun 31 May '09
Pre Expedition meeting
6-8 Feb '09

Prices (choose currency)

UK full cost
price without taxes
£8,995
£8,768
Kathmandu£8,290
Single Trip Insurance£375
Annual Insurance Cover [more]£425

Courses

To get the most from your expedition, Jagged Globe offer courses to make sure you have all the skills and the fitness you need [more]

Other Trips at this Grade

These expeditions have a similar grade and might also suit you. For more information on grading [click here]

Expedition nameGrade
Everest South Col4E
Denali Traverse3E
Everest North Ridge4E
Denali West Rib5E