Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek 19 Days
Duration
19 Days
Max Altitude
5,160 m. / 16,929 ft.
Difficulty
Difficult
Group Size
1-16 Pax
Meals
Accommodation
- Guest house
- 3 star hotel
Transportation
car/Jeep
Activities
- Trekking
- Driving
- 1 personUS$ 1675
- 2 - 3 personUS$ 1525
- 4 - 10 personUS$ 1325
- 11 over 9999 US$ 1265
Total Cost:
US$ 1675
Talk to Travel Expert Samundra Rimal (+977-9843127084)
Introduction of Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek 19 Days
The Manaslu Tsum Valley trek is known for its extraordinary trekking experience in Nepal where stunning natural beauty meets a rich cultural heritage filled with ancient art and picturesque villages.
The Tsum Valley trek with Manaslu circuit provides an intriguing and very peaceful atmosphere that attracts many adventurers every year. 1991 saw the opening of the Manaslu circuit trek, but it was not until 2008 that the Tsum Valley trek was revealed to the world.
The Manaslu Tsum Valley trek will take you to the Gorkha district of Nepal in its northern corner along the course of the Shiyar Khola. The Tsumbas, the original inhabitants of the Tsum valley fondly call their home the hidden Valley of Joy and Happiness.
This community has very deep-rooted unique age old Tibetan Buddhist customs who have their own distinct dialect, and attire. They practice a polyandry marriage system but the youths are now steering away from this traditional custom.
Saka Dawa, Lhosar, and Dhacyhang are their main festivals, and they are celebrated in the numerous remnants of historic Buddhist monasteries, stupas, and chortens.
The entire 19 days Manaslu Tsum Valley trek route traverses the deep jungles of Manaslu Conservation area that shelter several rare and endangered wildlife species.
Thus, the region’s distinctiveness, culture, inhabitants, and wildlife have led to its designation as a restricted area that needs a special permit to regulate the number of visitors each year.
Our 19 days Manaslu Tsum Valley trek itinerary will direct you from Kathmandu to Machha Khola. The progressive days will be followed by a series of activities such as hiking, sightseeing, and exploring remote communities.
From Chumling onward, you will find yourself deep in the remarkable environment of the Tsum Valley. You will discover the Mu Gompa, founded by the venerated Bhutanese Lama Drupa Rinpoche, Rachen Gompa- the all-nunnery monastery, the cave of Milarepa, and numerous other architectural treasures.
Once you complete the Tsum Valley trek, you will then move onward along the Manaslu circuit route starting from Lokpa, following the Budhi Gandaki River.
The journey will at last take you atop the 5106 m high Larkya La Pass after which you will exit the Manaslu trail and walk for a short while along the Annapurna trail of Dharapani from where you will transport to Kathmandu.
Don’t disappoint mountain lovers as the Manaslu Tsum Valley trek route will offer you exclusive mountain views through the journey that will thoroughly please you.
You will be able to directly look at Annapurna Himal (8091 m), Cheo Himal (6820 m), Manaslu (8163 m), Gorkha Himal (6092 m), Himlung (7126 m), Shringi Himal (7187 m), Ganesh Himal (7422 m), Himalchuli (7893 m), Naike (6211 m), Larke Peak (6249 m), Kanguru (6367 m), Pang Chuli (5663 m), and Ngadi Chuli (7871 m).
Thus, our Manaslu Tsum Valley trek is a complete adventure in itself which is moderate in nature and perfect for those who are searching for adventure as well as a stronger connection with the culture and nature.
Trip Highlights
- A guided hiking journey through the Manaslu and Tsum area
- Cultural exploration of the ancient Buddhist custom of the Tsumbas
- Extraordinary clear and huge visual of Manaslu along with other Himalayan titans throughout the journey
- Discovering the majestic site of Birendra Lake and the base camp of Manaslu
- Journey over the Larkya Pass, one of the high passes around the world
- Exploring the chance of Rachen and Mu Gompas
- Low tourist surge and the secluded mysterious trekking trail
Detail Itinerary of Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek 19 Days
Day 01: Driving Journey Starts from Kathmandu to Machhakhola
An early morning wake up and we will set forth to begin our incredible Manaslu Tsum Valley trek. We will leave the bustling capital of Kathmandu in a private jeep and drive through Kalanki, Thankot, and follow the expansive Prithvi Highway to Malekhu.
The west-turned Highway will journey us down to Trishuli and for a while follow the course towards Pokhara. Later, our driver will turn us north to Dhading. The tarmac road of the Highway will now conclude thereby taking us along the narrow dirt track to Dhading Besi.
Slowly, the white heads of Ganesh, Manaslu, Annapurna, and Langtang can be seen emerging above the hills as we proceed to the Arughat Bazaar of the Gorkha district.
We will travel further north and traverse the attractive small villages of Maltar, Shante, Arkhet, and Kyoropani before reaching Soti Khola. Before the motor road, it used to be the resting spot of travelers heading to Manaslu.
But the road has advanced further so we will drive for around 2 hours further through Khursane and Labu Bensi to finally rest at Machha Khola. Here, we will enjoy the hospitality of Sarki, Damai, Chhetri, Tamang, Brahmin and Gurung community.
Activity: 8-9 Hrs Drive
Max. Altitude: 930m/3,051ft. Machhakhola
Accommodation: Guest House
Day 02: Trek up from Machha Khola to Jagat town
Today, we will set off on the first hike of our Manaslu Tsum Valley trek itinerary towards the town of Jagat. After Machha Khola, we will climb our way up through Thado Khola to cross our first hanging metal bridge over the enormous Budhi Gandaki River.
The remarkable Ganesh Himal will be watching over us as we progress to Khorla Besi. The path forward will then direct us to the warm natural spring of Tatopani (1040 m).
From here on, Shringi Himal will begin to guide us from the distance. We will continue to walk up steadily through Dobhan Khola Valley towards the Yaru Khola Valley where we will have to walk over a 92 km long steel bridge.
Now, the path will meander through Thulo Dhunga and lead us to the Gurung hamlet of Jagat which grants us entry into the new environment of the Manaslu Restricted Conservation Area.
Activity: 5-6 Hrs Trek
Max. Altitude: 1,340m/4,396ft. Jagat town
Accommodation: Guest House
Day 03: Trek up from Jagat to Lokpa Village
From Jagat, we will progress to its border where we will stop at the checkpoint of Manaslu Restricted Conservation Area for the review of our papers.
Once finishing the formalities, we will continue on the open road of the shore of Budhi Gandaki. Soon, we will find ourselves at Salleri from where we will hike past numerous beautifully flowing waterfalls to arrive at Sridibas Village.
Now, the typically hung bridge will usher us forward to the Philim settlement (1600 m). here a refreshing waterfall will cool our tired feet and prepare us for the steady ascent to Ekle Bhatti.
The winding forest path will now take us to the Lokpa Hamlet of the lower Tsum Valley. It rests calmly at the joining point of the Siyar Khola and Budhi Gandaki River. Gajung Kang and Shringi Peaks are the two astounding attractions of this locality.
Activity: 5-6 Hrs Trek
Max. Altitude: 2,240m/7,349ft. Lokpa Village
Accommodation: Guest House
Day 04: Trek up from Lokpa to Dumje Village
From Lokpa, we will go down through the dense jungle of the Sardi Khola ridge, up and down again to Gadhkhola. The secret Tsum Valley will now stretch temptingly before us.
After a moment of rest, we will now descend for around 30 minutes to the shore of the Lungwa Khola which will take us along the narrow gorge to Gumlung (2130 m).
The path just ahead will now steepen taking us up to Ripchet Village (2470 m) in about an hour. We will then be directed along the path to Chumling (2386 m) which crosses the Siyar Khola by a wooden bridge.
Ganesh and Baudha Peaks shimmer in the horizon, if we like, we can take a moment to discover the Mani Dhungyur, Gurwa, and Panago Gompas of the village.
From here the paths will be lined with artistic chortens and Mani walls made of thousands of stones decorated with deities and prayers. We will crossover one more hung bridge and start to walk straight through the rich agricultural land of corn and potatoes of Dumje.
Activity: 5-6 Hrs Trek
Max. Altitude: 2,460m/8,071ft. Dumje Village
Accommodation: Guest House
Day 06: Trek up from Dumje to the Nile- Chule Village
After leaving Dumje, we will come across the two trail: one that goes up to the base camp of the Ganesh Peak and the other that leads up to Lar. We will take the one to Lar and follow the course of Serpu Khola. We will soon arrive at Gho village from where we will direct our path to green Yak pasture.
We will walk across the Serpu Khola and climb for about 2.5 hours to the large settlement of Chhokang Paro (3035 m). We are now in the land of Upper Tsum Valley part of the inner Himalayan range.
We will now hike to the east and climb over a ridge passing Lamagaon (3202 m). A little further up, we can find the Rachen Gompa (3240 m)- an all female nunnery equivalent of the Kopan Monastery in Kathmandu.
Ascending trail will lead us up toward Piren Phu, a small cave at the base of the rugged ridge near Burji Village. We will now walk over the Siyar Khola and traverse Phurbe (3250 m) and Pangdun (3258 m) hamlets before we reach the Chule Village.
We will continue upstream and then start to climb towards Nile which is just an hour afar. The locals in these two settlements are the Tsumbas who understand little Nepali and not much used to the western tourists.
Activity: 6 Hrs trek
Max. Altitude: 3,361m/11,027ft. Nile- Chule Village
Accommodation: Guest House
Day 06: Trek up from the Nile- Chule to Mu Gompa
We will wake up next to the amazing profiles of Saula Himal, Shringi Himal, Ganesh Himal, Ngadi Chuli, Manaslu, Simnang Himal, Naike Peak, and Himal Chuli.
After enjoying the morning, we will now climb up steadily to Mu Gompa which is the largest one in the Upper Tsum Valley. The dry Tibetan countryside with series of chorten will guide our trail for around 4 to 5 hours.
The Mu Gompa has may be over 100 monks and its old building was once visited in 1956 by David Snellgrove. The old monastery was built in 1895 AD and now contains numerous religious books, a life-size statue of Avalokiteshwara, and images of Guru Padmasambhava and Tara.
On one side, we can see the tantalizing panorama of Ganesh, Himalchuli, Shringi, and Baudha peaks while on three sides, the Tibetan border stretches before our eyes.
On the clearest weather, we may also look at Ngula Dhojyang or Mailatasachin Pass, 5093 m to the east and Thapla Bhanjyang, 5104 m to the west.
We will secure a room for our sleep in the Gompa and then move on to chat with the monks.
Activity: 4-5 Hrs Trek
Max. Altitude: 3,710m/12,172ft. Mu Gompa
Accommodation: Guest House
Day 07: Exploration and Acclimatization at Mu Gompa
We can quietly observe the desolated surroundings of the Mu Gompa. Later in the day, we can then walk a little bit higher to the west toward the Dhephyu Doma Gompa, located in the rugged mountains. Or, we can also walk up toward the base camp of Pikey Peak (4865 m).
After returning to Mu Gompa, we can then engage in the daily ritual of the monks.
Activity: Rest
Max. Altitude: 3,710m/12,172ft. Mu Gompa
Accommodation: Guest House
Day 08: Trek back down from Mu Gompa to Rachen Gompa
From Mu Gompa, we will hike back down towards the Rachen Gompa, a nunnery. We will descend through the wide valley again to Chule. Then, taking the eastern bank of the river as our guide, we will walk through Pangdun, Phurbe, and Burji Village towards the nunnery.
Nestled alongside the Siyar Khola on the foothills of high mountains, the Gompa is among the largest one in the Tsum Valley. It was founded in 1905 AD and belongs to the Ngak-pa sect, so animal slaughtering is not allowed here.
We can find thousands of statues of Avalokiteshwara made from clay, a throne, and a huge prayer wheel.
Activity: 5-6 Hrs Trek
Max. Altitude: 3,240m/10,630ft. Rachen Gompa
Accommodation: Guest House
Day 09: Trek back down from Rachen Gompa to Chumling
Today, we will descend further back towards Chumling. Continuing towards the south, we will meet a small bridge that will lead us back to the western shore of the river.
We will then again pass back through Chhokang Paro, Gho, and Dumje to reach Chumling Village.
Activity: 7-8 Hrs Trek
Max. Altitude: 2,385m/7,825ft. Chumling
Accommodation: Guest House
Day 10: Trek down from Chumling to Deng
A little further from Chumling, we will make our way through Tsum Valley gate and then undertake the trail that will advance us around Manaslu.
We will walk past Lokpa Village and then further we will connect with the trail coming from Philim. Here, we will head right, walk across one of the stunning bridges spanning above Budhi Gandaki, and reach Ekle Bhatti.
Now, a path running through the thick bamboo jungle will direct us to Nupri, where we will traverse several wooden bridges before finally arriving at Deng.
Activity: 4-5 Hrs Trek
Max. Altitude: 1,860m/6,102ft. Deng
Accommodation: Guest House
Day 11: Trek up from Deng to Namrung
From Deng, we will traverse the long hung bridge after which we will take on the short sharp ascent. We will then gently walk along the inclined slope and reach Rana Bridge.
The left bank of the river will be our guiding path leading us to Bihi Phedi. The valley now widens marked by the several tiny monasteries. Again, a considerable climb will be followed through the deep bamboo and rhododendron thickets directing us to Ghap and then to Prok Villages.
Namrung is on the horizon consisting of a Buddhist monastery, a checkpoint, and a shop. We can also see the clear features of Saula Peak (6235 m), Pang Phuchin (6335 m), and Manaslu.
Activity: 6-7 Hrs Trek
Max. Altitude: 2,360m/7,743ft. Namrung
Accommodation: Guest House
Day 12: Trek up from Namrung to Lho Village
From Namrung, we will go down to a river which we need to cross. Now, a beautiful forest trail will lead us to the entry gate of Lihi Village (2900 m).
From this village, we will further climb for around 45 minutes till we are at lovely Sho Village (2950 m). A relatively gentle track will now take us to Lho which is the largest settlement in the valley.
The entrance to the village has two enchanting gates where we can find a very huge prayer wall. We will also see the high Himalayas of Naike, Manaslu North (7157 m) and Manaslu itself (8163 m).
Activity: 6-7 Hrs Trek
Max. Altitude: 3,180m/10,433ft. Lho Village
Accommodation: Guest House
Day 13: Trek up from Lho to Samagaun
We will begin our today’s journey with a long descent towards the Thusan Khola. We will then ascend along its narrow gorge till we are at Shyaula Village.
This relatively new village is home to Tibetan refugees who continue to travel to Samdo. Now an additional an hour and a half walk will take us to Samagaun.
The path traverses a vast plain, and the village itself is situated in a natural bowl. Himalchuli and Peak 29 look specially impressive from here.
Activity: 5-6 Hrs Trek
Max. Altitude: 3,500m/11,483ft. Samagaun
Accommodation: Guest House
Day 14: Day off at Samagaun Village
Wake up next to the remarkable visuals of Saula Himal, Ganesh Himal (7422 m), Shringi Himal (7155 m), Manaslu, Ngadi Chuli (7879 m), Himalchuli, Simnang Himal (6158 m), and Naike Peak (6211 m).
After a delicious morning breakfast, we will look at the numerous possibilities to spend this day. We can walk to the 3460 m high Birendra Lake named after much- beloved late king Birendra.
We can also further climb towards the 4800 m high base camp under Manaslu where we will be immersed in the glacial world of the mountain. Or, we can also take somewhat a longer walk to 3900 m high Pung Gyen Gompa situated on the slope of the Numla Khola.
Activity: Rest
Max. Altitude: 3,500m/11,483ft. Samagaun Village
Accommodation: Guest House
Day 15: Trek up from Samagaon to Samdo Village
From Samagaun, the forest trail will take us on a gentle climb. Now our route will pass by the Budhi Gandaki River and head northwest. We will then meander the yak pasture of Kermo Kharka where we will also encounter long Mani Walls.
We will face around 150 m of steep ascent till we are at Samdo. After lunch, we can also make a short excursion to 51700 m high Samdo Ri Peak.
Activity: 4-5 Hrs trek
Max. Altitude: 3,860m/12,664ft. Samdo Village
Accommodation: Guest House
Day 16: Trek up from Samagaon to Dharamsala Village
Today we will be heading to our last overnight stop before we take on the Larke Pass. We will have to take a relaxed pace as we will have to climb around 600 m today.
The lush green highlands will at first direct us next to the Larke Glacier from where we will make our way to Salke Khola. Now, the track will move up the river and soon we will find ourselves at Dharmasala.
This bare rugged land used to be the protective refuge for the ancient Tibetan exiles. Thus, the site is also called the Refugee Camp but the locals know it as Duwang and the tourists know it as Larke Phedi, the base camp for the enormous Pass.
A new lodge has been built here for the comfort of the trekkers beside the amazing views of Manaslu, Samdo (6335 m), Naike, and Larke Peaks along with the cold Syacha Glacier.
Activity: 4-5 Hrs Trek
Max. Altitude: 4,480m/14,698ft. Dharamsala Village
Accommodation: Guest House
Day 17: Ascend the Larke pass (5106 m) trek down to Bhimtang
The time of a big trek over the Larke or Larkya La Pass of our Manaslu Tsum Valley trek has arrived. We will rise early and head out while it’s still dark as a good part of the pass may still be under snow and so the descent can be tricky and slow.
Our pass trail begins gently along the eastern side of the Larke Glacier. Soon, the trail will be steep and rocky. The final stretch of about 100 meters will be a bit challenging, but reaching the top will be totally worth it.
The Kanguru, Himlung Himal, Gyaji Kang, Nimjung Peak, Cheo Himal, and Annapurna I and II will offer their impressively attractive views atop the pass. Now, we will have a bit of one more uphill climb to the second pass.
Next, a long steep descent of around 600 m awaits us after which the trail will level out. Walking along the moraine wall, we will pass through the expansive grasslands of Larke Kharka and then make our way to Tanbuche Village (3900 m) by the Salpudanda glacier.
We will eventually be at Bhimtang, our overnight stop for tonight where the northwestern side of Manaslu seem very beautiful to see.
Activity: 7-8 Hrs Trek
Max. Altitude: 5,160m/16,929ft. Larke pass
Accommodation: Guest House
Day 18: Trek down from Bhimtang to Dharapani Village
From Bhimtang, we will walk down across a bridge and reach Hampuk Village. Now meandering through Jangli Kharka, Sangure Kharka, and Puktu Kharka, we will be at 2700 m high Karche Village.
We will have to move up to the Karche Pass (2715 m) and then descend towards Yak Kharka. The familiar jungle trail will take us to Tilje (2300 m) where we will walk across Dudh Khola and reach the Marshyangdi valley.
Following the northern bank, we will make our way to Thongje village. We will cross a bridge twice that will end us up on the right bank of the Marshyangdi Khola.
After passing the check post, we will continue on to the Annapurna region and reach Dharapani.
Activity: 7-8 Hrs Trek
Max. Altitude: 2,300m/7,546ft. Dharapani Village
Accommodation: Guest House
Day 19: Drive back from Dharapani to Kathmandu by private Jeep,
Ending our 19 days Manaslu Tsum Valley trek itinerary, we will now board the private jeep ad travel back to Kathmandu. We will transport through Bhulbhule, Khudi, and Besisahar where we will eat lunch and resume our drive along the Prithvi Highway towards Kathmandu.
Activity: 8-10 Hrs Drive
Max. Altitude: 1,350m/4,429ft. Kathmandu
Accommodation: Hotel
Trip Route Map
Includes & Excludes
What are included with package?
Accommodation
- Twin-sharing/double accommodation in a 3-star hotel for 2 nights in Kathmandu including breakfast (Private room accommodation can be organized at an extra cost)
- Best available accommodation Tea house/lodge accommodation during the trek
Meals & Drinking Water
- All your standard meals during the trek 3 meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) in a guest houses.
- A farewell dinner on the last night in Nepal
- Purified drinking water during the trek using Water Filter or water purification tablets.
Transportation
- All (international and domestic) airport transfers on a tourist vehicle
Transportation by private jeep from Kathmandu to Machha Khola (trekking starting point) and at the end from Dharapani to Kathmandu
Guide and Staff
- Experienced, first-aid trained, government licensed, English speaking, and locally recruited Nomad Adventure’s trekking guide (2 guides for group size more than 7 people)
- Porters during the trek for carrying luggage (1 porter for every 2 clients)
- Wages, accommodation, meals, gear, insurance and medications for all staff
Medical Assistance
- Assistance in arranging rescue operations in case of complicated health conditions (funded by travel insurance)
- Medical kits, including an oximeter to monitor blood oxygen saturation levels in high altitudes
Permits
- TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management System) card
- Annapurna Conservation entry permits
- Manaslu Conservation entry permit.
- Restricted Manaslu Trekking Permit.
Benefits and Takeaways
- Sleeping bags and down jackets, duffle bag (one for every two trekkers) if you do not have your own
- company’s T-shirt & Cap
- Trip completion certificate
Administrative & Taxes
- All administrative expenses and government taxes
What are not included with package?
Price Excludes
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
- International flight fare and airport departure tax
- Nepal Entry Visa (Visa can be acquired easily after your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu with a fee of USD 30 for 15 days visa, USD 50 for 30 days visa and USD 125 for 90 days visa)
- Extra night accommodations in Kathmandu due to early arrival or late departure, early return from the trek or other itinerary changes
- Travel insurance along with high-altitude emergency evacuation coverage
- Medical check-ups, vaccinations, or medications required for the trek are not included.
- Any beverages including bottled and boiled water
- Tips to trekking staff and driver
- Personal trekking gear and equipment
- Any expenses other than the Price Include section
- Personal expenses (shopping, snacks, boiled bottle water, hot (Tea/ Coffee) and cold drinks, hot shower, alcohol, Wi-Fi, telephone call, battery re-charge fee, extra porters, etc
- Personal clothing and gear
Note:
If you have a private group and prefer a personalized experience, we can organize a custom trip tailored to your requirements and group size, running it any day you choose.
Detail Information about Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek 19 Days
Why Tsum Valley and Manaslu are designated as Restricted Regions?
The Nepalese government has classified the Manaslu circuit and Tsum Valley as restricted areas for important reasons. These stunning areas are habitats for endangered animals like the rare snow leopard and the charming red panda, along with numerous unique plant species.
Additionally, the region is very near to Tibet border from where the illegal crossing can take place. The Nepal government is also focused to preserve the authentic culture of the innocent Tsumbas who are not that attached to outside world.
The over development, and mass tourism in the area can lead the region to the similar fate as of Everest and Annapurna. Thus, the restriction in trekking to these areas are in place to control the flow of visitors every year.
Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek: Best Season
You will change dramatic change of climate in our 19 days Manaslu Tsum Valley trek. You will feel the charm of the tropical climate in the lower areas while the mid-elevated areas will give you a temperate climate.
The higher zone on the other hand will offer you the coolness of the alpine weather. Thus taking into view of these variations, the best trekking time for the Manaslu and Tsum valley trek is the season of autumn/fall.
September, October, and November bring in the pleasant heat of 15 to 20 degree Celsius accompanied by the brightest blue sky. March, April, and May introduces spring in Manaslu and Tsum Valley with heat of 25 degree Celsius and vibrant colors in every jungle and landscape.
The rain starts to wet the Tsum Valley and Manaslu in June, July, and August and places like Larkya La Pass often get a lot of snow with the directing trail turning into a wide river.
On December, January and February, a lot of frost and heavy snow cover the Tsum Manaslu area which makes the pass difficult to cross.
Tsum Valley Trek with Manaslu Circuit: Difficulty Level and Challenges
The Tsum Valley with Manaslu Circuit Trek is of category three level which means the trek is of moderate nature. However, there will be incredible heights to overcome between the journey including the 5106 m elevation of Larkya La Pass.
Therefore, altitude will be one of the important factor playing the significant role in this adventure. The Manaslu Tsum Valley trek route is also a mix of steep inclines, slopes, ascents ad descents which need a particular attention of hikers.
Another element to be considered is the duration of walking that can span up to 8 hours sometimes. You should also expect temperature variations, as sunny weather can quickly turn into chilly winds, rain, or even snow.
However, the Pass crossing and the ascents will be gradual not requiring any technical expertise. But, remember that overnight accommodations in the villages may not be as comfortable or luxurious as you are used to in Everest or Annapurna.
Eligible Participants of 19 Days Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek
The Manaslu Tsum Valley trek is suitable for all individuals who are in good health, regardless of their experience with high-altitude trekking. The route does not need the expertise of technical knowledge nor any gear.
In addition, the walking track although not asphalted has been made well by the efforts of the local populace and the authorities. They are also well signposted so there is no way you will get lost.
The approaching route to the Larke Pass is also carved along the cliff that is commonly used by the locals for their mules. So it is pretty manageable, however, the duration of trekking will be quite hard for you.
All in all, the Manaslu Tsum Valley trek route is well suited to beginners and experienced hikers.
Acute Mountain Sickness/AMS/Altitude Sickness and Acclimatization
Altitude sickness is main concern on our 19 days Manaslu Tsum Valley trek itinerary. There is a rapid transition to the altitude of over 4500 m which can be tough on human body as it tries to adjust to less oxygen air.
Our 19 days Manaslu Tsum Valley trek itinerary includes important acclimatization breaks, like a rest day at Mu Gompa (3710 m) during the Tsum Valley trek and another at Samagaun on the Manaslu circuit.
We have also planned shorter walking hours in the days before reaching the pass so it will be easier for you to tackle its height without any discomfort.
However AMS can effect not all hikers but some manifesting the minor signs of headaches, dizziness, vomiting and fatigue. Diamox and a lot of water intake can help you fight these symptoms.
Please let our guide know about your discomfort so he can monitor your condition and take you to a lower altitude if the symptoms persist.
Preparation and training for walking the Manaslu Tsum Valley trek route
If you wish to walk the Manaslu Tsum Valley trek route with ease and comfort, then you should boost your fitness, strength, and endurance through aerobic activities such as cycling, stair climbing, jogging, weight lifting, hiking, swimming, running, and leg exercises.
You should engage in these activities 45 to 60 days before the beginning of our Manaslu Tsum Valley trek. If available, you can also go for some low-elevation hikes in your town.
Accommodation, Food, and Transportation
During your Manaslu Tsum Valley trek, you will get to end our day in charming mountain tea houses where you will find a cozy little room with two to three single beds, along with mattresses, pillows, and blankets. Some basic furniture may also be available. The restrooms are usually shared and set up in a squatting style.
As for meals, dinners, lunches, and breakfasts, plus tea or coffee and fresh fruits after every dinner will be at your service. Try to taste various dishes that incldes muesli, porridge, pizza, eggs, noodles, pasta, momos and of course Dal Vat.
In terms of transportation, the private jeep will transport you from Kathmandu to Machha Khola and back from Dharapani to Kathmandu.
Guidelines and Permits for the Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek
Being the restricted area, please understand that to be able to trek in the Tsum Valley and Manaslu circuit, you must be a participant in a group tour (consisting of at least two individuals and a local guide) through a certified travel agency like ours.
For this trek, the must-have permits include the Gorkha Tsum Valley Area permit, the Special Restricted Area Permit for Manaslu (Manaslu RAP), the Manaslu Conservation Area Project (MCAP), and the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP).
We will be responsible for the needed costs and the process for applying for the permits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I require travel insurance for your Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek?
Yes, please understand that travel insurance is not only advisable but also a compulsory requirement for our trek to acquire the special permit. It will ensure that you are safe in the mountains should any undesirable event occur. Please ensure you have included emergency air evacuation up to 5200 m elevation in your insurance.
What kind of WiFi/internet and telephony services will be accessible on this trek?
You can have cellular communication via Ncell or NTC. Their SIM cards are available at various locations in Kathmandu or Jagat. WiFi is available in Namrung, Samagaon, Lho, Samdo, Bhimtang and Dharapani. In Tsum Valley, the WiFi will be unreliable. Expect to pay additional fare for the service.
Why is there no accommodation and dining arrangement by you in Kathmandu?
It is because our past travelers loved having the freedom to choose their own lodgings ad dining. Since Kathmandu is already so diverse that with this freedom, our guests can pick up any hotel the like based on their budget and liking.
If I am already going to Manaslu, then why should I also go to Tsum Valley?
For the unadulterated nature, people and their customs that are becoming more rare and rare to find these days.
What will be the maximum height I will reach during your Tsum Valley trek with Manaslu circuit?
When you are at Larke Pass at 5106 m.
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- 2 - 3 personUS$ 1525
- 4 - 10 personUS$ 1325
- 11 over 9999 US$ 1265
Total Cost:
US$ 1675
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