'The summit will wait': Weather closes Manaslu season, Dhaulagiri climbers retreat
Summary
Persistent rain and snowfall have forced Seven Summit Treks to close the 2026 Manaslu climbing season, with climbers and Sherpas returning from higher camps for safety. Dhaulagiri expeditions have been paused at base camp as unstable weather and a Bay of Bengal cyclone threaten the route.
Key Points
- Seven Summit Treks has officially closed its Manaslu 2026 season after persistent snowfall and unstable weather made summit attempts unsafe.
- Climbers and Sherpas have returned from higher camps, while local officials in Samagaun reported prolonged rain and heavy snow accumulation.
- Dhaulagiri expeditions have paused at base camp, with teams retreating after reaching only Camp II and waiting for weather to improve.
- The Department of Tourism says 493 climbers from 41 teams had obtained Manaslu permits this autumn, generating $1.479 million in royalty.
