
Eugene C
United StatesFor those with prior high altitude, and/or long distance backpacking experience (i.e. 15-20 miles a day) I highly recommend 7-day Short Manaslu Circuit with Mount Mania. I just got back an amazing solo trip with Nima as my guide, and absoluetly recommend him. Initially I was unsure if the guides could keep up with the long hiking days, yet Nima handled it like a champ, and was able to set a good schedule and pace. His English is good, with a bit of an accent. I felt he was genuinely looking out for my safety and wellbeing the whole time.
My only critique with the front office, wish they could have been a bit more proactive with the communication. It would have been better to not find out last minute, that my tight schedule + arrival during Diwali/Tihar - would recommend hiring of private jeep transportation($). Yet in the grand scheme of things, this is small nitpick. I am extremely happy with my experience with Mount Mania, and the fact they delivered what they promised. I cannot recommend Mount Mania w/ Nima enough for those looking for a shorter Manaslu circuit hike.
