Tsum Valley Trek
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Trip Duration
21 Days |
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Region
Manaslu Treks |
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Country
Nepal |
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Group Size
2 To 15 Person |
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Arrival On
Kathmandu |
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Departure From
Kathmandu |
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Best Season
March To May And Sept To Nov |
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Max Altitude
4460M |
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Difficult Trekking is both moderate and difficult. Altitude you reach is around 4000-5500 meters. Hike about 6 hours per day and requires to be physically fit and acclimatization is required.
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Activities
Nepal Trekking
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Tsum Valley Trek Overview
Tsum Valley Trek is popular for gompas (Buddhist monasteries), Tsortens and mani walls, mountains, beautiful varied landscapes, and different flora and fauna and wonderful. This part is also incomparable beauty and a rich blend of Tibetan and Nepalese culture offers a true adventure for visitors to Nepal. Here you will find the mountains and valleys covered with diverse and pristine ecosystems.
Tsum Valley offers tourists beautiful snow mountain peaks like Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, and Annapurna with Tibetan and Nepalese culture and amazing landscapes. Tsum Valley is also called Hidden Valley because of covered by snow mountains.
In the west Himalchuli, Buddha Himal, In the south Ganesh Himal, and in the north Singri Himal. According to legend Tsum words come from the Tibetan word Tsombo which means vivid. You need a special Tsum Valley permit for the trek because it is restricted trekking in Nepal. Legal trek agency with government authorization and at least 2 people required to go trekking to Tsum Valley.
Near to the Tibetan border and east of Manaslu Tsum Valley is situated. Because of the indigenous ethnic groups of Tsumbas living there, this valley is named Tsum Valley. Tsum Valley has been open for tourists since 2008 AD. Lots of Buddhist Monastery Ancient villages can be explored during the Manaslu Tsum Valley trek.
The largest Monastery Mu Gompa situated around 4000m is the main attraction of this trek. You can stay even in the teahouses or in the homestay during this trek. Please be prepared for trekking in the remote region can be facilities not similar in the city. Sometimes you need to eat similar food like local people eat, Dal Bhat curry, Chapati, Noodles or so on.
This trek starts after a 6-7 hours drive from Kathmandu to Arughat. First4 days were similar to the Manaslu circuit trekking until Philim after there the way separated to Lokpa called lower Tsum Valley. After spending 1 week at Tsum Lower and Upper Valley. Upper valley not like Lower Tsum.The village is wide in the Nile. Then you can explore Mu Gompa and join again the Manaslu trekking and Larke-pass.
Tsum Valley is moderate trekking according to the categories of Trekking in Nepal. The good physical condition necessary for this trek is 25 days normally required for this trekking if you try the Tsum Valley and Manaslu circuit. Autumn and spring are the best time for the Tsum Valley trek.
But according to the trekker’s choice, Mission Himalaya Treks And Expeditions Pvt Ltd customize your itinerary according to your holiday schedule and duration the whole of the year. Tsum Valley Manaslu circuit, Tsum Valley Larkya Pass, and only Tsum Valley back the same way, Tsum Valley Manaslu Trek and Rupinala pass is the different option you can choose in your Tsum Valley trek.
Trip Highlights:
- Supernatural Majestic view of Boudha Himal, Sringi Himal, Himalchuli and Ganesh Himal.
- The hidden treasure land of Milarepa Gomba Lungdang, and Rinpocheuse several caves for meditation. An inhabitant of Tsumbas and Tibetan which are geographically and culturally Fascinating.
- Numerous Monasteries, Nunnery, and Mani walls with chortens.
- Traditional house and several bridges in Gudi Gandaki river valley.
- Astonishing Himalayan views of Himalayas.
- Mu Gompa ancient Buddhist monastery.
- Pure traditional Tibetans and Nepali culture.
Tsum Valley Trek Itinerary:
Day 1. Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.
Day 2. Kathmandu valley sightseeing and trek Preparation.
Day 3. Drive to Barpak(2000m).
Day 4. Trek from Barpak to Larpak(2200m){6-7 hours trekking}.
Day 5. Trek from Larpak to Khorla Besi{875m}(7-8 hours trekking).
Day 6. Trek from Khorlabesi to jagat{6 hours trekking}[1410m].
Day 7. Trek from Jagat to Phillim(1590m) {3 hours trekking}.
Day 8. Trek from Phillim to Chumling (2363m){6-7 hours trekking}.
Day 9. Trek from Chumling to Chokhangparo{3010m}.
Day 10. Trek from Chokhangparo to the Nile via Milarepa cave{3361m}.
Day11. Trek from Nile to Bhajyo(4030m).
day12. Rest or acclimatization day at Bhajyo.
Day 13. Bhajyo to Rachen Gompa.
Day14. Rachen Gompa to Chumje(3230m).
Day15. Trek from Chumje to Bihi(3130m).
Day 16. Trek from Bihi to Namrung(2540m).
Day 17. Trek from Namrung to Lho.(2540m).
Day 18. Lho to Samagaun:(3530m).
Day 19. Samagaun to Samdo:(3860m).
Day 20. Trek from Samdo to Highcamp(4460m).
Day 21. Trek from Highcamp to Bhimthang(3590m).
Day 22. Trek from Bhimtang to Dharapani (1860m).
Day 23. Drive to Besishahar by jeep and drive to Kathmandu.
Day 24. Shopping Departure or Extend your Holiday.
Note. The duration of trekking can be customized according to your holiday duration. For more packages for short trips contact us.
Best Time for Tsum Valley Trek:
In Nepal, there are four distinct seasons all year long. [Spring{March, April, and May}, Autumn{September, October, and November}, Summer{June, July, and August}, Winter{December, January, and February}]. In Nepal, the best seasons for trekking are spring and autumn since nature provides the clearest and greatest picture of the snow-capped Himalayan peaks at this time.
Stable weather means you don’t have to worry about summertime rain or wintertime snowfall, allowing you to trek freely without concern for the environment. Also, It’s not that cold this season.
Furthermore, this season receives low rainfall, with the exception of June, July, and August. Thus, you can see the breathtaking view of the Himalayan peaks along with Nepalese landscapes in the spring, fall, and winter.
The typical temperature for walking in Tsum Valley in the spring ranges from 8 to 18 degrees. Given that the mountain is frigid, the current weather conditions are bearable. It’s comfortable to trek Tsum Valley in the spring because it’s hot in the day and you may spend delightful evenings at tea houses. The rhododendron, which is Nepal’s national flower, is in bloom during this season, so you can see it while walking in lower elevations.
The second-best season for trekking in Tsum Valley is autumn. The range of temperatures is -5 to +20 degrees. little colder than in the spring, but still rather hot when you hike during the day. In guesthouses, you relax at night.
As stated by Mission Himalaya Treks, Experience, and visitor reviews, trekking in Tsum Valley is most enjoyable in autumn, when the snow-capped Himalayas are visible and the weather is stable. However, depending on your vacation period and the amount of snow at Larkya la Pass, Mission Himalaya Treks and Expeditions can organize this journey at any time of year.
Required experience and physical Condition:
Tsum valley trekking is suitable for those kinds of adventure lovers who are physically fit and able to trek 6 to 7 hours within a day with their light day pack. Depends on terrain and altitude the distance of trekking is vary every day. Mission Himalaya Treks and Expedition suggest you practice little prior experience before you join this trek.
Food in Tsum valley trek:
Mostly Tsum valley treks every lodge to prepare the food in their own kitchen. the food is hygienic and prepares instantly. Mostly vegetarian food is most fresh. In Kathmandu, you can get a western restaurant but in trekking, the foods are basic like Pasta, Noodles, Spaghetti, Dalbhat, Bread, Potato egg, and vegetables.
According to the tea house rule and regulation dinner and breakfast you need to eat where you sleep. Lunch we can provide on the way middle of your trekking.
Shower facilities in Tsum Valley trek:
Every lodge they have a hot shower for a bath whether somewhere you need to pay but somewhere is free of cost. we can get either a solar shower, Gas shower or boiling water in the bucket depends on the lodge and altitude.
Drinking water in Tsum valley trek:
In the city, of Kathmandu, you can buy mineral water plastic bottles. During the trek also many parts you can get a mineral water bottle. But Mission Himalaya Treks and Expedition suggest you top buy chlorine drops or iodine Tablets to purify the water. It helps to protect the environment from pollution. Normal water we can get free of charge so you can put medicine there. or you can buy Boiled water. this can be better at high altitude drinking because of the cold water freezing.
Tsum Valley Trek Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel
Walking Hours: 30 Minutes Driving
Meals Included: Welcome Dinner
Accommodation: 3 Star Standard Hotel
Max. Altitude: 1355M
From the Tribhuvan International airport, you will enter Nepal. Mission Himalaya Treks And Expedition one representative welcomes you at the arrival gate with your name card. them you will be transferred to the hotel.
After some rest, we will brief you about trekking and in the evening we will welcome you with a typical Nepali local dish in a Traditional restaurant in Thamel with a Cultural dance show. We spent overnight in Kathmandu.
Day 2: Kathmandu valley sightseeing and trek Preparation
Walking Hours: 6 Hours Sightseeing
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: 3 Star Standard Hotel
Max. Altitude: 1355M
Today you will visit some Capital city Kathmandu UNESCO”S World heritages sites. WE with sightseeing tours in Pashupatinath temple Biggest Hindu Temple in Nepal. Boudhnath stupa(the Biggest stupa in the world), Swyambhunath temple (the Self-existent one stupa according to Nepali Buddhism), and Old royal Palace( Durbar Square).
These sightseeing Points are Religious and Historical Importance between Nepali people as well as Hindus and Buddhists around the world including a sightseeing lover. We can be shopping for some gear and necessary trekking goods and preparation for all trek documents today.
Day 3: Drive from Kathmandu to Sotikhola
Walking Hours: 7 Hours Driving
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, And Dinner
Accommodation: Tea House / Lodges
Day 4: Trek from Soti Khola to Macha Khola
Walking Hours: 4 Hours Trekking
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, And Dinner
Accommodation: Tea House / Lodges
Day 5: Trek from Macha Khola to Jagat
Walking Hours: 7 To 8 Hours Trekking
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, And Dinner
Accommodation: Tea House / Lodges
Day 6: Trek from Jagat to Lokpa
Walking Hours: 7 To 8 Hours Trekking
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, And Dinner
Accommodation: Tea House / Lodges
Day 7: Trek from Lokpa to Chumling
Walking Hours: 5 To 6 Hours Trekking
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, And Dinner
Accommodation: Tea House / Lodges
Day 8: Trek from Chumling to Chokhangparo
Walking Hours: 6 To 7 Hours Trekking
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, And Dinner
Accommodation: Tea House / Lodges
Max. Altitude: 3010M
After Chumling we will cross the bridge we can enjoy the view of Ganesh Himal then we pass Rainjham to Serpu stream or Khola. From Serpukhola we enter today the hidden Valley Tsum. We make a difficult climb that leads us to the Chokhangparo. IF the weather is excellent we can explore the mesmerizing view of Himal Chuli. overnight we spend there.
Day 9: Trek from Chokhangparo to the Nile via Milarepa cave{3361m} to Mu Gompa
Walking Hours: 7 To 8 Hours Trekking
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, And Dinner
Accommodation: Tea House / Lodges
Day 10: Trek from the Mu Gompa. to Chekampar via Rachen Gompa
Walking Hours: 5 To 6 Hours Trekking
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, And Dinner
Accommodation: Tea House / Lodges
Day 11: Chekampar to Lokpa
Walking Hours: 6 Hours Trekking
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, And Dinner
Accommodation: Tea House / Lodges
Day 12: Trek from Lokpa to Bihi
Walking Hours: 5 To 6 Hours Trekking
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, And Dinner
Accommodation: Tea House / Lodges
Max. Altitude: 3130M
After breakfast in Chumje, we will trek through the Northern trail to the lower Tsum Valley. Then we pass to Dorgen Kharka and reach to Rana Village. After crossing the suspension bridge again over the Budhi Gandaki river we walk further to Bihi village and spend one night there.
Day 13: 5 To 6 Hours Trekking
Walking Hours: Breakfast, Lunch, And Dinner
Meals Included: Tea House / Lodges
Accommodation: 2540M
In the beginning, we will trek the Flat trekking trail uphill; climbing. After walking in the forest we reach Namrung we can enjoy the Majestic Himalayan view include the beautiful Manaslu. we spend overnight there.
Day 14: Trek from Namrung to Lho (2540m) to Samagaun
Walking Hours: 7 To 8 Hours Trekking
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, And Dinner
Accommodation: Tea House / Lodges
Max. Altitude: 3530M
Today we follow Budhigandaki riverside through the forest. Short climbing to Tibetan plateau and further reach to the village Shyala. From there we can see the majestic Himalayan view of Himal Chuli, Ngadi Chuli, Ganesh Himal, Manaslu, and other lots of glaciers.
Further, we trek to Sama village. At the far end of the village, we can see Monastery they make the valley more beautiful. On the base of Manaslu Samagaun looks beautiful. Here mostly Tibetan inhabitants welcome all of us. spend Overnight there.
Day 15: Rest day in Samagaun
Walking Hours: Stroll Around 3 Hours
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, And Dinner
Accommodation: Tea House / Lodges
Max. Altitude: 3530M
Can explore Manaslu Base camp or Pungain Gompa exploration day or leisure at Birendra Lake.
Day 16: Samagaun to Samdo
Walking Hours: 5 To 6 Hours Trekking
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, And Dinner
Accommodation: Tea House / Lodges
Max. Altitude: 3860M
From Samagaun Village we descend to Budi Gandaki river and reach the suspension bridge and cross the small stream. We will trek Larkya la Trekking trails passes numerous Chortens and prayer flags. After passing the forest descends to the river and crosses the river reach to Samdo. It is a big settlement of around 40 houses in higher elevation. we spent overnight at Samdo.
Day 17: Trek from Samdo to Dharmashala
Walking Hours: 5 To 6 Hours Trekking
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, And Dinner
Accommodation: Tea House / Lodges
Max. Altitude: 4400M
Trekking through the river and cross it and start climbing. After cross two streams amazing view of Larkya glacier can be seen. We cross the valley and reach Dharmashala. It’s a guest house In Larkya Phedi. we stay there in High camp to prepare for the next day pass. spend overnight there.
Day 18: Trek from Dharmashala to Bhimthang
Walking Hours: 5 To 6 Hours Trekking
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, And Dinner
Accommodation: Tea House / Lodges
Max. Altitude: 3590M
Today we need to cross Moraines of the glacier so start early trekking. First, gradually climb and later steep downwards today. We enjoy the panoramic Himalayan Vistas of Kanggru, Himlung, Cheo, and also Annapurna from the top of Pass. The trekking is long but enjoys downwards treks and the view of Manaslu makes us easy.
Day 19: Trek from Bhimtang to Dharapani
Walking Hours: 5 To 6 Hours Trekking
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, And Dinner
Accommodation: Tea House / Lodges
Max. Altitude: 1860M
Again we trek long descends today. we trekking through Burdin Khola and pass the rhododendron forest until Karche. Then we trek to Gho Village. trekking north bank of the river reaches Tilije. After crossing to Dudh Khola over a suspension bridge, we proceed to Dharapani. spend overnight there.
Day 20: Drive to Besishahar by jeep and drive to Kathmandu
Walking Hours: 8 Hours Driving
Meals Included: Breakfast And Lunch
Accommodation: 3 Star Standard Hotel
Max. Altitude: 1355M
Today until Beshishahar our driving way is not so good because its a muddy and stony way. it takes around 3-4 hours to drive there. Besishahar is also a trekking starting point of the Annapurna circuit trek. after Besishahar, we will drive to Kathmandu around 5-6 hours and ended the trip.
Day 21: Shopping Departure or Extend your Holiday
Walking Hours: 30 Minutes Driving
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: None
Today is a free day for you. either you can massage or shopping. You can share your experience with our company representative. he will provide you a certificate of your trekking. Then we will drop you at the airport 3 hours prior to your flight according to Nepal airport rules or according to your check-in time.
Tsum Valley Trek Cost
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Airport Pick up and drop services during your international arrival and departure.
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Deluxe 3 star category accommodation in Kathmandu inclusive of breakfast according to the itinerary.
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Kathmandu to Barpak drive by local bus.
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Besishahar to Kathmandu drive by local bus.
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Beautiful and clean accommodation at guest houses/lodges during the trek.
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Meals of the full board during the trek (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner with a cup of hot drinks).
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one trekking guide is highly experienced, friendly, English-speaking, government licensed, ministry of tourism trained with his salary, meals, accommodation, transportation, and insurance.
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one very strong porter with salary, meals, accommodation, transportation, and insurance.
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Manaslu and Tsum valley permits, Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) permits. And the Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) permits.
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Down jacket, Four – seasonal sleeping bag, Duffel bag, and trekking map (duffel bag, down jacket, and sleeping bag, have to be returned after trip completion).
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Complimentary welcome or farewell dinner in a typical Nepali cultural restaurant.
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All necessary paper works, Government tax, and office services charges.
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Assistant trekking guide if your group size 6 or more than 6 persons with salary, meals, accommodation, transportation, and insurance.
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First AID medication and medicines with your guide.
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certificate of your trekking signed by the company manager and your trekking guide.
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Kathmandu city lunch and dinner (also not include in case of early returns, late departure than the scheduled itinerary).
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International airfare to and from Nepal.
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Travel, medical insurance, Emergency Evacuation.
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Items of personal Nature (Hot shower, alcoholic beverages, Telephone, laundry, personal snacks, Internet, electronic or battery charging, hot water, cold drinks).
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Extra accommodation in Kathmandu rather than an itinerary.
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Nepal visa fees (two passport photographs, US$ 25 for multiple entry 15 days, US$ 40 multiple entries for 30 days, US$ 90 multiple entries for 3 months) Can be issued upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport.
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Gratitude for your guide and porter.
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City monument fees and other costs arising from mishaps, natural calamities.
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Services that are not mentioned in the service include sections.
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Tsum Valley Trek Related Information
We provide 3-star category accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast. But in trekking, we can find basic tea houses or lodges with an inside blanket and mattress. But we sill suggest you bring your own sleeping bag for trekking. If you don’t have one we can help you to rent a sleeping bag and down jacket. you can back after your Tsum Valley trek is complete.
Tsum Valley Trek Reviews
Excellent service for our 2 friends and me trekking Tsum valley Nepal. Very polite and skillful guide with strong porters. Give us the best opportunity of learning trekking remote region in Nepal with different Tibetan culture. Thank you, mission Himalaya we are appreciated from that.
There was no problem with my trekking in Tsum valley Nepal and the Scorpio turned up on time and were clean and comfortable. Guide and porter very reliable.
As usual, trek to learn the local culture, mountain, tradition, and landscape.it was really nice to be welcomed by a polite & courteous Manager at Tribhuvan International Airport, that time the young Guide Chandra pleasing sense of humor and helps us complete the Tsum valley and Manaslu Circuit trekking.
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