Accommodation:
During the Manaslu Circuit Trek, accommodation is provided in traditional tea houses and mountain lodges operated by local families. These lodges offer simple yet comfortable twin-sharing rooms with basic bedding, including a mattress, pillow, and blanket, ensuring a warm and restful stay after each day’s trek. Most tea houses feature shared bathroom facilities, while some lower-altitude villages provide western-style toilets and hot showers for an additional cost. The dining hall is the heart of the tea house, where trekkers gather around a central heater to relax, share stories, and enjoy the peaceful mountain atmosphere. As the trek progresses to higher elevations such as Sama Gaun and Dharmasala, facilities become more basic, but the hospitality and authenticity of the Himalayan lifestyle create a truly memorable experience.
Meals:
All meals during the trek are served at tea houses and include breakfast, lunch, and dinner, providing the energy needed for long trekking days. Breakfast typically consists of Tibetan bread, toast, porridge, pancakes, eggs, and hot drinks such as tea, coffee, or ginger lemon honey. Lunch and dinner offer a variety of freshly prepared meals, with the most popular being Dal Bhat, a traditional Nepali dish of rice, lentil soup, vegetables, and pickles, known for its nutrition and unlimited refills. Other options include noodles, fried rice, pasta, soups, momos, and potato dishes. Vegetarian meals are widely available and recommended at higher altitudes for safety and freshness. Tea houses also offer hot beverages, snacks, and boiled drinking water, ensuring trekkers remain hydrated and energized throughout the journey.