This is the standard and by far the most commonly climbed route on Manāslu. It is a high-altitude snow and ice route with objective hazards including crevasses, avalanche exposure, and sections that can become steep and icy above the higher camps.
The north side of Manāslu is documented as a serious Himalayan alpine route with sustained snow and ice climbing at extreme altitude. Conditions are highly dependent on snow stability and weather, and the route is exposed to crevasses and avalanche danger.
