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Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek

18
Days
17
Nights
Group Discounts Available
  • 1 - 2 pax
    US$ 1,400
  • 3 - 8 pax
    US$ 1,350
  • 9 - 15 pax
    US$ 1,300
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Destination
Nepal
Activities
Nepal Trek
Group size
Min 1+
Max. elevation
3,700 m / 12,139 ft
Difficulty
Moderate
Best season
Mar - May, Sep - Nov
Starts and ends
Kathmandu / Kathmandu
Transportation
All ground transportation as per itinerary
Accommodation
star category hotel in Kathmandu, teahouse lodge during trekking
Meals
Breakfast in Kathmandu & 3 meals during the trekking

Overview

This once-in-a-lifetime splendid trekking experience submerges you into the less explored valleys of the Manaslu region, which remains tucked away in its serenity. The 14-day trek will take you on a picturesque journey along the Tibetan border with the tete-a-tete with the eighth-highest summit of the world- Mt Manasalu at 8,163m above sea level. Through the hidden valley of Tsum, you will embark on your trekking while also coming across some of the glorious snow-capped mountain tops. This magnificent trekking route actually opened up its access to the public in the late 90s which makes it quite a gem.

This extraordinary trek that takes you through the beaten yet less traveled trails, despite being a wondrous experience is a demanding one with average day lengths of around 7 hours. For you adventure seekers out there this must be one experience you just can’t say no to.

As a matter of fact, the daunting and daring Himalayan escapade guides you through the thundering waterfalls and rivers with the amazingly challenging rocky trails hugging the steep cliffs along the way.

The best time to embark on your journey to the region would be Autumn(September to November) to Spring(March to April). During your trip, you would be included in a group of two or more people. Your accommodation would be in a lodge or homestay.

Entering the Manasalu Tsum region requires a special permit which you can acquire by contacting us. Moreover, tourists are barred from entering the region without a proper licensed guide’s assistance. You have to be accompanied by at least one guide to enter the region.

The trek along with the lush forests, serene waterfalls, windy and chilly weather, rocky terrain, and snow-capped mountains sure will make your journey along the Tsum valley a mesmerizing one. 

Trip Itinerary

As you land at the Tribhuwan International Airport and make your way through customs and immigration, you are greeted by the hospitable representative of our company. The staff shall then drop you at the designated hotel in a private vehicle. After settling down and getting refreshed at the hotel you shall have plenty of time to get acquainted with the city of Kathmandu or get some rest, as per your liking. However, you would have to explore the city on your own or pay for the required guide to assist you with the proper exploration of the city.
Your second day in Nepal is all about exploring the splendid sights of the historic city of Kathmandu. After your breakfast, you shall witness the artistry and culture surrounding the UNESCO world heritage sites such as Boudhanath, Pashupatinath, and Monkey Temple. These heritage sights are among the few places you would get a chance to live the history and culture of for the day. Boudhanath is the oldest stupa in the country which holds a major significance to the Buddhist population and Nepal in general due to the gigantic prestige it holds for the country and its religious harmony. Pashupatinath is the holiest temple of Hindus all around the world. A temple is a sacred place where Shiva the destroyer is preached. Although Pashupatinath is home to a lot of monkeys, The Monkey Temple a.k.a Swayabhunath Temple is a whole other story. The vicinity which integrates Hindu and Buddhist deities to create one whole religiously intertwined worship place provides an overall enriching experience to the visitor in the valley of Kathmandu. The temple’s perfect harmony can also be witnessed through the harmonious co-existence of the monkeys and humankind. Although these are the major attractions in the wondrous valley of Kathmandu, your experience doesn’t come to an end just there. There is a huge plethora of experiences this city is yet to offer you. In between, there are a variety of stops that are equally if not the most valuable part of the trip. During these stops is where you can get a real taste of the way of the Nepali people while getting a firsthand experience of their culture and lifestyle.

After breakfast on the third day, the Manaslu trek begins with a scenic and adventurous drive by 4WD jeep to Machha Khola (869 m). The journey takes about 6 hours, passing through Dhading and Gorkha districts with beautiful landscapes and challenging roads. A lunch stop is made at Arughat, a busy transit town, before continuing onward. Upon reaching Machha Khola, a small hillside village, enjoy views of Annapurna and Ganesh Himal, experience local Sherpa culture, and relax with campfires and social time with locals and fellow travelers.

We shall be climbing upwards to a more high-altitude destination while approaching the Machhakhola which is 1340m above sea level. The track along the picturesque vista takes you 6 hours on average to trek to your destination. It is in this region that you find the best views, due to the high elevations. Also, the hot spring in Khola Besi, helps you relax and unwind through all that adventure you embarked upon in your trekking.
As you leave Jagat you are confronted with a suspension bridge of Budi Gandaki. Crossing the bridge over the rapids of the river will provide you with a highly daunting experience. This is exactly the point in the trek when you enter the entrance to the hidden valley of Tsum. Getting to the destination of Lokpa, located at an altitude of 2240m, will take you 6-7 hours of trekking through the unstoppable splendid sights and off-beaten pathway.
The trek from Lokpa to Chumling situated 2386m above sea level demands 7 hours of your day. While on the journey you get to experience even crispier views as Lokpa is the first village in the Tsum valley. You get to witness the majesty of the peaks like Baudha Himal(6672m) and Ganesh Himal while going about on the rocky yet serene pathways. As you reach Chumling you are submerged into a whole other cultural plateau with monasteries like Panago Gumba, Mani Dhungyur, and Gurwa Gumba. If camping is your preference Chumling also provides great campsites.
As we head to a higher altitude the weather pattern starts to change and so does the terrain. With mostly chilly weather you come across a rocky pathway leading you to your 3031m high destination of Chhokanpoaro. Actually, this region is the upper part of the Tsum valley, so you get a closer glimpse of various mountain peaks. The hospitality of the people in this region is widely acclaimed among tourists. The Tibetan Tea and the local cuisine inclusive of homegrown potato, mushroom, and soya beans is bound to be a splendid experience for the visitors. The 6 hours of the trek would surely prove to be worth it as you get to witness the magnificent vibe of the place.
From Chhokang Paro, we trek for 6 hours to the village of Nile (also famous as Chhule). As a matter of fact, this is the last village in the Tsum valley located 3361m above sea level. The sublime village actually is situated on the western sun-faced side of Shiar Khola. A blend of uniqueness and magnificence is provided by the views of the Local Gumbas and the Shair river that flows nearby the village.
Mu Gompa located 3700m above sea level boasts itself as one of the oldest monasteries in the region which has carried on the history and culture of the region for years on end. The history of the monastery actually dates back to the very dawn of Buddhism in the area. As you walk for about 4-5 hours from the Nile you would get to acknowledge yourself with the culture, relics, and artistic mastery reflects through the monastery of Mu Gompa. As a matter of fact, Mu Gompa is the highest point of your trek
You will spend the day enjoying the vicinity of the historic monastery that is Mu Gompa. While indulging yourself in the awesome religious, cultural, and artistic vicinity of the Gompa your trip as well as your soul would be utterly enriched. You also get the chance to explore the beautiful sceneries in the surrounding areas which include snow-capped mountains, remote settlements, and most importantly local and friendly people.
On day 12 your descent from the highest point of the trek is underway. Although you are making your journey back, there are a lot of awesome stops that the treks still have in store for you. You will be heading towards the village of ChhokangParo which would take about 6-7 hours of walking through the familiar terrain. Not to worry folks, we get to experience the refreshing views of mountains like Ganesh Himal Range, Baudha, and Himchuli along our way down. However, the Milerpa Cave along the way undoubtedly would be the highlight of the day as it offers visitors a highly daunting experience. The cave is also referred to as Piren Phu, which means the cave of pigeons. The cave got its name, Milerpa because the saint of the same name is believed to have meditated there for quite a while. As the cave holds major religious and cultural value, it is filled with astounding Buddhist mural paintings, oozing artistic scripts, long prayer flags, and splendid Buddhist scripture.
We then make our trip to the Gumba Lodand, which is a 6-7 hour uphill trek from Chhokanparo. The trek commences from the beautiful village of Domje. The monastery situated at an altitude of 3200m is one of the most significant holy places in the area where locals come to pay their homage. We are greeted by priests of the monastery who guide us and educate us on the significance of each and every aspect of the amenities present in the Gumba.
The trek that takes you to the splendid serenity of Ganesh Himal Base Camp is undoubtedly one of the major highlights of the journey. After embarking on a short hike through a forest you reach the first stop of Langtang Khola. After this, you take on a more adventurous journey towards the Torogumba Glacier. As we walk some 2-3 hours after meeting up with the otherworldly glacier we reach our final destination, Ganesh Himal Base Camp. We would enjoy our nights in the footsteps of Ganesh Himal in tents.
The descent from this point on becomes more fierce. Yet, there is no way you would be missing out on the adventure or the dazzling views that the nature-hugging locality has to offer. You get to jog your memory of the wondrous views that met your path during the ascend while on a 6-7 hours trek leading you back to the village of Lokpa.
The trail gradually descends to a lower altitude while we reach the village of Philim. You would enjoy lunch in the serene vicinity of the local village and cross the Budi Gandaki River through the aforementioned suspension bridge. As you go through a lot of up and down terrain along the Budi Gandaki river you reach Jagat.
The day actually is the wrap-up of the monumental trekking expedition we embarked upon for quite a while. Yet, that doesn’t mean that there would be any compromise on the adventure or the beautiful views. During our trek along Budi Gandaki river banks, we pass some beautiful lush green forests, tranquil waterfalls, and beautiful charming villages. We make our last night's stay at the Gorkha district before we head out to Kathmandu.
After having breakfast at Soti Khola, you head back to Kathmandu. You would be transported via a private jeep to your respective hotel in Kathmandu. The 10 hours drive to Kathmandu also has some stops along the way.
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Route Map

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Includes

  • Airport pick-up/ drop in a comfortable private vehicle
  • 2-night hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
  • All ground transportation in a comfortable vehicle as per the itinerary
  • Tea House twin-sharing accommodation during the trek
  • 3 Meals Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner with tea and coffee
  • One English speaking highly experienced trekking guide with government-license
  • Porter to carry luggage (2 trekkers: 1 porter) – their expenses including salary, food, accommodation, accident insurance, equipment
  • All necessary paperwork, Special 2 permit for Manaslu and Tsum Valley, Manaslu Conservation Area permit
  • TIMS Fee-trekker’s management system (2 pp size photo needed)
  • First aid medicine kit box
  • Necessary Govt. and local tax

Doesn't Include

  • Nepalese Visa fee
  • International airfare to Kathmandu and out
  • Personal expenses phone calls, bar bills, bottled water, WiFi internet, battery charges, hot shower
  • Personal trekking equipment
  • Snacks and dessert
  • Entrance fees at Kathmandu sightseeing point
  • Extra night accommodation and meals in the city
  • Travel and rescue insurance
  • Tips and appreciation for trekking staff and drivers

Upcoming Departure Dates

Your Start Date is the day you land in Nepal, and your End Date is when you fly home.

If the set Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek group dates don’t suit your schedule, we can offer alternative dates upon request.

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