Manaslu Circuit Trek in May 2027: find trekking partners

Manaslu Circuit Trek in May: what to expect

May is the warmest month before the monsoon. Valleys are hot and humid, afternoon cloud and thunderstorms become common, and haze can hide distant peaks. Early May is still a good trekking window; by late May the pre-monsoon build-up brings rain on some days and flights can be delayed. High routes are mostly free of snow. Trekker numbers fall through the month, so lodges are less crowded. Start walking early each day, carry rain protection, and keep a spare day in your schedule for weather. Mornings are for walking and views; use the afternoons for rest, and do not push a high crossing into the hours when cloud and storms build.

Manaslu Circuit in May has warm valleys and afternoon cloud. Larkya La at 5,106 m is mostly clear, and the Budhi Gandaki road can be hit by early rain. The permit is listed at USD 75 per week from December to August, with a licensed guide required.

General seasonal guidance, not a forecast. Conditions change year to year; confirm weather, flights and trail status with your guide or lodge before you go.