There is no any option for Manaslu without guide, as government of Nepal had declared Manaslu region as restricted area region trekking and no foreigner are allowed to attend Manaslu circuit without guide. So there is no any doubt you definitely need guide for Manaslu Circuit Trek. No one is allowed to trek solo in Manaslu circuit.
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