Manaslu Circuit Kit List
- LMG Treks & Expeditions
- Jul 15
- 4 min read
If you're already a hiker, you'll probably find the kit list for Manaslu Circuit isn't a massive task to piece together. Below you'll find the full recommended kit list, along with some of my personal recommendations (in italics) for kit to buy, or places to shop for it.
LUGGAGE AND PACKS
□ Holdall – A large 70L duffle bag will be supplied in country. This is likely to hold ALL of your kit when travelling between the UK and Nepal, and just your extras when trekking. (We will be able to leave items safely at our hotel in Kathmandu that are non-essential to the trekking phase.) Upon booking your international flight you will be given a baggage allowance (usually 25kg-30kgs). Your trek duffle bag must weigh no more than 12kgs as this will be carried by a porter. Multiple changes of clothes are not essential as items can be washed on the rest day. Merino products which naturally do not hold odour are ideal on treks, but at the end of the day – we’ll all smell the same!
□ A small combination padlock is advised for use on this pack.
□ 20-30l Rucksack – A comfortable day pack which will just hold your daily walking essentials. The main bulk of the weight in this pack should be water. Use this for all travel essentials when not on trek.
At the time of writing, the Berghaus Freeflow 24 is the best bag I've used for trekking!
FOOTWEAR
□ Walking Boots – A well broken in pair of walking boots. Ankle support preferred but not mandatory if you’re a fit / experienced hiker.
If you find yourself in Keswick, head to Keswick Boot Co for amazing advice and a super set of products to choose from. I've really enjoyed the ASOLO Eldo shoe and the ASOLO Eldo Mid for trekking.
□ Flip Flops / Sandals / Trainers – For use in the evening at the teahouse and also in Kathmandu. Down booties can be bought in Kathmandu for £15-£20.
□ Trekking Socks – Good quality trekking socks. Multiple pairs. Merino socks are the best option.
□ Liner Socks – Liner socks can be useful to prevent friction and aid wicking.
TECHNICAL GEAR
Walking Poles – Highly recommended to help with stability, energy saving and taking pressure off the knees. Check out this blog to find out more benefits of walking poles.
I've had great poles from Leki and Black Diamond over the years. I've always preferred 'z poles' which collapse down like a tent pole and can be stowed inside the bag. They can also go on the outside of your bag depending on the configuration of your side pocket and / or compression straps. I currently use the Black Diamond Distance FLZ from Needle Sports
□ Headtorch – Plus spare batteries if it requires them.
Headtorches are a bit of a minefield, but more often than not you don't need something too snazzy. Check out the basic torch from LightUpU for a lightweight, bright and rechargeable option. For something a bit more substantial, check out the Petzl Swift RL
TREKKING CLOTHING
□ Waterproof Jacket and Trousers – Hopefully rain will not be expected, but these are essential, especially if windy.
Budget, fit, personal taste, and many more things will dictate what waterproofs you go for. I personally really rate the kit in the Berghaus Extrem range.
□ Trekking trousers – A pair or two of lightweight trekking trousers or leggings. With UV blocking capability ideally.
□ Shorts – It can be pretty warm trekking whilst at the lower elevations.
In recent years I've even been using running shorts as they're so lightweight and dry fast.
□ T Shirts – Of technical fabric or ideally Merino. Do not bring cotton T-shirts on the trek.
I LOVE merino products, and they really are the way forward for multi-day treks. We wholeheartedly recommend EDZ Layering. Read more about why I love Merino here
□ Warm Layer – A fleece or power stretch layer
□ Underwear and Socks - Again, Merino is a super choice for these.
□ Thermal Layers - Top and bottoms, good to sleep in, and use for those colder days at altitude.
□ Warm Jacket - A synthetic (primaloft or similar) or down jacket. Perfect for use in the evenings.
HANDWEAR & HEADWEAR
□ Lightweight Gloves – A thin fleece pair of gloves
□ Thicker Gloves – A pair of thicker gloves or mittens
□ Wool Hat or Beanie
□ Sun Hat
□ Buff or Similar
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT
□ Sleeping Bag – A synthetic or down sleeping bag which as a lower comfort limit of at least 0 degrees.
□ Water Carrying – One 1ltr water bottle, plus a 2-3 ltr bladder style hydration system is ideal.
□ Water Purification – We recommend AquaProve—purchase from us for just £10. Chlorine Dioxide or Water Filters also a good choice.
The Aquaprove really is the best stuff I've come across.
All our clients get 20% off their first order at Lifesystems and they sell some of these bits.
□ Sunglasses - Ideally category 3 or 4.
I tend to pack a set of each, which is especially handy should I accidentaly lose a pair.
□ Sunscreen and Lipsalve – Higher the SPF the better.
Don't skimp on this - get proper High SPF cream!
□ Dry Bags for Personal Kit
□ Universal Plug Travel Adapter (Nepal has same voltage as UK)
□ Powerbank - Although charging (to be paid for additionally) is available in places, a Powerbank will help a lot.
□ Snacks – Can be bought in country.
Lake District Biltong has fast become a firm fave, especially given the low protein diet you'll likely eat in Nepal.
□ Books, Kindle, Music, Cards. Electronic charging unit.
□ Wet Wipes, Personal Wash Kit and Hand Sanitiser
□ Camera, spare batteries and memory card
□ Travel Clothes – For travelling and R&R days.
□ Personal First Aid Kit – A small personal kit is recommended even though the trek team will have a more comprehensive kit. Items such as Blister plasters, Rehydration powders, Paracetamol, Ibruprofen, Asprin, Plasters, Zinc Oxide Tape, Immodium Throat lozenges and Diamox (see your GP for this)
Lifesystems have some great pre-made kits which you can just add a few bits to.
□ Money Belt & Spare Wallet
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