Manaslu Tsum Valley Trekking “Adventure around magnificent Tsum within the Valley of happiness with great scenery Explore high Tsum valley villages of the immense and interesting culture of Buddhism religion Enchanting forest of tall rhododendron-magnolia, oaks, pines, birch to arid and barren country Visiting high impressive villages of great interest offering traditional value of ancient culture From remote high Gorkha areas towards a remote isolated country with grand views of peaks In between massive Ganesh and Manaslu range of peaks with fabulous walks with daily views”
Manaslu Tsum Valley Trekking is probably the wildest and most exotic destination in all Himalayan regions where the journey takes you time to forgotten villages hardly ventured into and visited by trekkers and explorers at the marvelous country which is a mere distance to the Tibet border. Manaslu Tsum Valley Trekking, a unique adventure into the valley of happiness as the name translated from the Tibetan origin language known as ‘Beyul Kyimolung’, is certainly a country of charm and grace as the walk leads you to explore its isolated villages with a similar culture and traditional life of South West Tibet people. Tsum Valley Trekking leads you to unforgettable adventure and long-lasting memories away from the maddening crowd and world of modern civilization a completely hidden world of its own feel that you are another planet. Starting this wonderful and exciting journey to Tsum Valley trekking, where the drive from Kathmandu leads you to warmer hills and the valley of Gorkha district, the original home of ancient Shah royals who ruled Nepal till last few decades. An interesting drive that ends at Arughat and then follows the glacial Buri-Gandaki River upstream for a few days on the same trail of Manaslu trek, as the walk follows through lovely farm villages of Philm-Jagat and then leaving the main trail for absolute wilderness towards remote It Tsum valley hidden it between massive Manaslu and Ganesh Himal.
As the walk progresses head higher into cooler hills and valleys with grand scenery of Manaslu and Ganesh Himal with Shingri peaks, where the walk follows towards isolated Mu Gompa on the final and highest spot of the adventure, here with time to visit its monastery of past glory enriched with ancient colorful art and crafts with idols of Buddha and another important saint of Buddhism religion.
After a wonderful and most impressive time around Mu and Rachen Gompa the main monasteries of the area, where walk leads back into the low warm land back at Soti-Khola and Arughat for the scenic drive to reach into hustle and bustle busy life of Kathmandu with timeless memories and exciting adventure on Manaslu Tsum Valley Trekking. If you want a short Manaslu Circuit Trek Package here.
Guideline Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu 1,345 m and then transfer to respective Hotels
Day 02: Kathmandu preparations for the trek.
Day 03: Drive to Machha-Khola 9300 m via Arughat – 07 hrs.
Day 04: Trek to Jagat 1,410m – 06 hrs.
Day 05: Trek to Lokapa 2,2400m – 05 hrs
Day 06: Trek to Chumling 2,386 m – 06 hours.
Day 07: Trek to ChekamPar 3,010 m – 05 hours.
Day 08: Trek to Nele 3,361m with a visit to Milarepa cave – 06 hours.
Day 09: Rest Day for a short hike and exploration of Mu Gompa 3749 M
Day 10: Trek back to Chumling 2,386 m – 06 hours.
Day 11: Trek to Philim 1,590 m – 07 hours.
Day 12: Trek to Machha – Khola – 06 hours.
Day 13: Drive to Kathmandu and transfer to your hotels – 06 hrs.
Day 14: International departure for homeward bound or to respective countries.
Note: For the Manaslu Trekking, we need special Permits, do we need a Passport for this so that you should be in Kathmandu a day before starting the Trek?
Trip Details Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu and then transfer to respective Hotels
- Distance : 7 Km
- Duration : 30 Minutes transfer to hotel
- Max. Altitude :1,345 m
On reaching Kathmandu via respective airlines well received by company guides and staff for a short drive in the hub of Kathmandu city where your hotels are located. After checking into your lovely rooms and getting refreshed join in at the Hotel lobby for a group briefing regarding treks and other useful information to make your stay in Nepal enjoyable and pleasant.
- Accommodation: 3 Star Hotel
- Meals Include:
Day 02: Free day in Kathmandu to prepare the permits
- Distance : Explore day
- Duration : Full Day
- Max. Altitude :1,345 m.
We will collect your passports and photos to prepare your immigration permits. Original permits are needed to collect Nepal immigration permits. You can explore the town on your own. We will have a trip briefing and introductory program with your guide after the permits are collected.
- Accommodation: 3 Star Hotel
- Meals Include: Breakfast
Day 03: Drive to Machha - Khola via Arughat
- Distance : 180 Km
- Duration : 8 to 10 Hours
- Max. Altitude :900m.
Start our fabulous adventure to Tsum Valley trekking taking a long and exciting overland journey to reach warmer areas of Gorkha district at Arughat a moderate size town with sub-tropical temperature, where our drive continues on the road for an hour to reach our first overnight stop at Machha -Khola a small farm village, slowly turning into a town due to motorable road facilities.
- Accommodation: Tea house
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 04: Trek to Jagat
- Distance : 21 Km
- Duration : 6 to 7 hours
- Max. Altitude :1,400 m
From these fishing villages, the morning leads following the Buri-Gandaki River upstream for a few hours, as the walk leads past Khorla Beshi a small farm village, and on a winding trail to reach Tatopani village with natural “Hot Spring,” as per time permits enjoy the warm refreshing bathe then walk uphill to Jagat village for other overnight stops. This is a nice village with many shops and stores including a fair number of simple good lodges to stay in.
- Accommodation: Tea house
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 05: Trek to Lokapa
- Distance : 18 Km
- Duration : 5 to 7 hours
- Max. Altitude :2040 m
With a wonderful overnight stop and a pleasing time at Jagat, the morning walk leads towards our destination heading to Tsum High Valley, as the walk continues towards high areas through many small farm villages and then a short climb with a downhill crossing over the suspension bridge to reach Nagjet and Philip, a large village with scattered farmhouses. Philip walks into farm areas with golden fields of wheat and barley, as he heads to a climb toward a rocky ridge within the bamboo forest to reach Dyang village. From here onward leave the main trail of the Manaslu trek, where our trail leads further north towards remote Tsum valley areas as the walk progresses within the isolated country then reach Lakuwa village with cooler air for the overnight stop.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 06: Trek to Chumling
- Distance : 11 Km
- Duration : 4 to 5 Hours
- Max. Altitude :2,386 m
From Lakuwa village after leaving Buri-Gandaki River for the week, as morning walk leads into a more interesting village of Tsum areas which is known as the valley of happiness with views of Manaslu and Ganesh Himal. The walk leads further North East heading into the narrow gorge with a short down and uphill climb entering a forest of rhododendron and pine trees and then walking past a few scattered farm villages where the climb leads above Lungwa Khola (stream) towards an overnight stop at Chumling village right in Tsum Valley.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 07: Trek to Chekapar
- Distance : 12 km
- Duration : 5 to 6 Hours
- Max. Altitude :3,010 m
After a pleasant overnight stop at Chuling morning walk gains, much altitude as our route leads behind North of Ganesh Himal, venturing within the country, the walk leads as tree lines drop towards arid and barren landscapes where villages are similar to Tibet traditions and culture as it this area is close to Tibet border once an ancient Trans Himalayan Salt Trade trail. Slowly walk leads into windswept terrain and then crosses a bridge over Smatiking Khola, with views of Ganesh Himal, which locals call Yangra of Tibetan origin, that towers high above 7,422 m, as the walk continues to reach at Chokhan-Paro village for the other overnight stop.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 08: Trek to Nele 3,361m with the visit of Milarepa cave
- Distance : 11 Km
- Duration : 5 to 6 hours
- Max. Altitude :3,361m.
From Chokan-Paro onward adventure gets nearer and higher into upper Tsum areas as the walk leads past Nele (Ne-lay), and then the climb leads into a scenic wide and open valley within a dry and arid country. Walking uphill from here onwards with grand views of snow-capped peaks as the walk leads to Nele with time for the short interesting visit to an old cave of saint Milarepa a popular and famous poet, singer, tantric Buddhist guru of the 11th Century, where Tibetans still retain his folk-tales, poetry, and songs. After an interesting tour and visit to Milarepa holy meditation cave another hour of good walking brings you to Nele for the overnight stop in this quaint sleepy village.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 09: Rest-Day for a short hike and exploration.
- Distance : Rest Day
- Duration : Rest Day
- Max. Altitude :3750 m.
Today which is a short day’s walk to Mu Gompa the highest spot of the adventure, the morning walk leads to a climb into wild terrain similar to the Tibetan plateau of dry windswept country. After a scenic high-altitude walk reach the remote and isolated small village of Mu Gompa area, situated on route Tibet border. At Mu, with time to visit, an impressive old monastery enriched with ancient treasures of idols of various Gurus and Buddhas includes age-old scripts and religious books with fine Thangka paintings on the walls and ceiling of the monastery. where less number of trekkers often visit this amazing wild country, hike to scenic viewpoints and make friends with locals, and explore time-forgotten villages.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 10: Trek back to Chumling
- Distance : 18 Km
- Duration : 6 to 8 hours
- Max. Altitude :2,386 m
With a marvelous time around remote and almost forgotten areas of upper Tsum within a valley of happiness in the harmony of pristine wilderness and tranquility, the morning leads to a long downhill to reach Chumling village back into tree lines this will be the last overnight stop around Tsum valley.
- Accommodation: Tea house
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 11: Trek to Philim
- Distance : 16 Km
- Duration : 5 to 6 hours
- Max. Altitude :1,590 m
From Chumling village, walk with a long descent into the warmer country back into green farm fields as our route leads downhill following the same river downstream with views of waterfalls, and then walking past Samba, Tingling Chhupyang village to reach Philip a large farm village for the overnight stop. Philip a typical hill farm village with a primary school supported by Japanese (Mt. Manaslu was first summated by the Japanese and this village around route Manaslu is a favorite and popular among Japanese travelers)
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 12: Trek to Machha Khola
- Distance : 25 km
- Duration : 7 to 8 hours
- Max. Altitude : 970m.
Morning walks descend back into much warmer places and paddy fields, as our journey leads down to Tatopani following the raging Buri Gandaki River downstream past many widespread farm villages of Nugget, Sidibas Bazaar, and Jagat. Walking further past Yaruphant, and then back into sub-tropical places within a green forest and farmland a dramatic change in vegetation and landscapes with the warm climate.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 13: Drive to Kathmandu and then transfer to your hotels
- Distance : 180 Km
- Duration : 8 to 10 hours
- Max. Altitude :1400m.
After a marvelous experience and adventure on high hills and the remote isolated village at Tsum Valley, where morning drive brings you back to Kathmandu, at Kathmandu where our wonderful adventure concludes, with an afternoon free at leisure or last day shopping souvenirs and handicrafts.
- Accommodation: 3 Star Hotel
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Farewell Dinner
Day 14: International Departure for Homeward Bound.
- Distance : 7 km
- Duration : 30 Minute transfer to Airport
- Max. Altitude :
Last day in Nepal in the country of high Himalayan mountains with fascinating culture, after a memorable experience and great scenic adventure on Tsum Valley trekking, as per your international flight time our staff will transfer you to the airport for the flight homeward bound or to your next port of call and respective countries.
- Accommodation:
- Meals Include: Breakfast
Cost Details
THE PACKAGE INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING SERVICE
- Airports pick up and drop off, upon arrival and departure in Kathmandu.
- Pre-meeting before the trek.
- 3 Night hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast (3 Star hotel )
- Helpful, knowledgeable, friendly, well English speaking trained, government license holder guide with all his salary, food, drinks, accommodations, and insurance
- Meals on full board ( Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner ) with 3 times tea/coffee during the trek
- A strong, helpful porter with proper equipment (one porter for two people – porter will carry a maximum of 25 kilos )
- Seasonal fresh fruits as Available
- Guesthouse accommodation during the trek.
- 1 Well Plan Trekking T-shirt
- Kathmandu – Macha -Khola – Dharapani – Kathmandu transportation on a public vehicle
- Manaslu Special trekking permit fee.
- Manaslu Conservation Area entrance permit fee.
- Annapurna Conservation Area entrance permit fee.
- Manaslu Trekking Map
- Duffel bag
- Worst case, help with all rescue and evacuation arrangements.
- First aid medical kit, Oximeter to check pulse, heart rate, and oxygen saturation at higher altitudes.
- All applicable taxes are as per the government rules and regulations.
- Well Plan Trekking trek achievement certificate after the successful trek
- Farewell dinner in Kathmandu at a cultural restaurant
OPTIONAL ADDONS(Available during check-out)
THE PACKAGE EXCLUDES THE FOLLOWING SERVICE
- International airfare
- Nepal entry visa fee (you may easily issue the visa upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport – Katmandu).
- Travel insurance, which has to cover emergency high-altitude helicopter rescue and evacuation in addition to medical expenses (compulsory)
- Your personal expenses. (Phone call, Wifi, Laundry service, bar bills, battery recharge, a bottle of water or hot water, Mineral water, Hot shower, etc.)
- All the alcoholic drinks and bar bills.
- Extra Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival or late departure. early arrival from the mountain (due to any reason) Than the scheduled Itinerary.
- Services not mentioned in the ‘Services Includes’ section ( Please ask us if you are confused about any services )
- Kathmandu lunch and Dinner
- Tips for the guide and porter.
Equipment’s
RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT LIST
This list is a guide to help you pack for your trip. This is not intended to be a comprehensive clothing and equipment list; rather it is intended to act as a reminder of those items that we feel necessary for your comfort and convenience .we also suggest that you pack only what is necessary.
Head
- A warm hat that covers your ears
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Headlamp with extra batteries
Upper body
- T-shirts
- Fleece jacket or sweater
- Fleece wind –stopper jacket
- Waterproof shell jacket
- Down vest and /or jacket (optional)Hands
- Lightweight gloves (water /windproof)
- Heavyweight gloves or mittens with a waterproof shell outer
Lower body
- Underwear
- Hiking trousers
- Fleece or woolen trousers
- Lightweight thermal bottoms
- Lightweight cotton pants
- Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric )shell pants Feet
- Thin lightweight inner socks
- Heavy poly or wool socks
- Hiking boots with spare laces
- Camp shoes (sneakers and sandals)
Sleeping
- Sleeping bag (good to -10 degrees C de 14 degrees F)
- Fleece sleeping bag liner (optional)Toiletries
- Toothbrush /paste
- Multi-purpose soap
- Nail clippers
- Deodorants
- Medium-sized quick-drying towel
- Face and body moisturizer
- Small mirror
- Female hygiene products
Personal hygiene
- Wet wipes (baby wipes)
- Tissue/toilet roll
- Antibacterial hand wash
Medical
- Small, personal first-aid kit (simple and light)
- A cough and /or cold medicine
- Anti –altitude sickness pills; Diamox or acetazolamide
- Stomach antibiotic
Extras /luxuries
- Reading book
- Trail map /guidebook
- Journal and pen
- Travel game(chess, backgammon, playing cards etc)
- Modest swimsuit
- Binoculars
- Camera
Trip Map
FAQ
Why Manaslu Tsum Valley Trekking with well plan trekking Pvt. Ltd?
- Expertise and Experience: Well Plan Trekking Pvt Ltd is likely to have experienced guides who are knowledgeable about the Manaslu region, its trails, culture, and potential challenges. Their expertise ensures that you get the most out of your trekking experience.
- Safety: Trekking in high-altitude and remote areas comes with inherent risks. A professional trekking company prioritizes your safety, providing well-trained guides, necessary medical supplies, and emergency evacuation plans if needed.
- Logistical Support: Organizing a trek involves managing permits, transportation, accommodations, meals, and more. Well Plan Trekking Pvt Ltd can handle these logistics seamlessly, allowing you to focus on enjoying the trek.
- Cultural Insights: Professional guides can provide valuable insights into the local culture, traditions, and history of the regions you pass through. This enhances your overall experience and understanding of the area.
- Customized Itineraries: Trekking companies can offer customized itineraries to suit your preferences, fitness level, and schedule. This flexibility ensures that your trek aligns with your personal goals and expectations.
- Group Dynamics: If you prefer to trek in a group, Well Plan Trekking Pvt Ltd can facilitate this, providing a chance to meet and bond with like-minded adventurers. Group trekking can also enhance safety and provide a supportive environment.
What type of accommodation is Manaslu circuit trekking?
In Kathmandu, we use the deluxe hotel to ensure a comfortable stay and a relaxed environment before and after your adventure. All breakfasts are included at the hotel in Kathmandu. Rooms are generally twin share – depending on group size and room availability, the triple share may be offered at your request. A single supplement room is available at an additional cost. On request single supplement will be charged US$200.well plan trekking will arrange clean and comfortable rooms with attached washrooms; however, teahouses in some places only have shared washing and toilet facilities. also, note that single rooms are available in the trekking regions at the lower elevations but it might be difficult to find them at higher elevations.
Physical condition & experience requirements?
For a physically fit person of all ages with sound health who has done moderately to strenuous walking and activity before or at present. This type of trek involves long ups and downs and the length of walking will be from 5 – 7 hours every day with rest and breaks in between. The whole trip goes from a week to two weeks or more in the high altitude. This trip is for well-experienced people who have done previous long high hills or mountainous trekking in and around the Himalayas or other mountainous areas on rough terrains, this trip involves walking in snow and ice conditions sometimes and encountering high of over 4,000 meters passes, as for moderate people can join on this type of trips as long they are super physically fit and a mind with positive and determinations. Past hiking experience is a must but no technical skill is required for this trip .participants with pre-existing medical conditions such as heart, lung, and blood diseases should inform well plan trekking before booking the trek. we also recommend that you consult your doctors before the trip.
What type of Meals during the trek?
In the city, only breakfast is included in the trip itinerary. While on the trek, we provide good quality food in sufficient quantities from Tea Houses/Mt. lodges. We provide all meals on full board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and tea & coffee) from the teahouse menu during the trekking period. Various meals include noodles items, soups, bread, rice items, curries, spaghetti, pizza, egg items, potato items, pasta, the fresh vegetables so overall you have a different choice of food on the trek.
What about the drinking water?
Staying hydrated is important when undertaking any physical activity but particularly so at the altitude where it is generally recommended to drink at least 3-4 liters per person per day. We strongly encourage you not to buy bottled water on the trek as this contributes to the growing problem of plastic pollution in Nepal’s trekking areas. All tea houses will provide cold water free of charge if requested. Although this should not be drunk untreated, we recommend bringing a reusable bottle with a wide opening (Nalgene or similar) and using a SteriPEN to treat it. A Steripen is a handheld UV water purifier – small, lightweight, and battery-powered so it is easy to pack for a trek. In Nepal’s trekking regions, most of the bottled water isn’t strictly ‘mineral water’ anyway but is UV-treated, so it’s the same technology. It’s quick to use, far more effective than purification tablets, and the water is ready immediately. It’s fine to use a SteriPEN on non-boiled water so long as it isn’t cloudy or full of sediment (which is uncommon in these regions).
What about the Climate and Weather Manaslu circuit trekking?
The climate of Nepal is as varied as its geography. The low-lying Terai has a sub-tropical monsoonal climate. The Himalayan foothills, where most of our treks occur, are best in the cool dry season from September to May. The traditional trekking season in Nepal is from late September to May, with October and November generally recognized as having the best weather. Spring is also a popular time of year with warmer weather and the advantage of seeing spring flowers and rhododendrons in bloom. The visibility is good, and the days are pleasantly warm, although nights can be cold, and snow is possible above 3,000 meters.
What is the best season Manaslu Circuit Trekking?
- Autumn (September to November):
- Weather: Clear skies, stable weather, and moderate temperatures.
- Visibility: Excellent mountain views and vibrant landscapes.
- Festivals: Experience local festivals like Dashain and Tihar.
- Popularity: High season, so trails and teahouses can be busier.
- Spring (March to May):
- Weather: Mild temperatures, stable weather, and blooming rhododendrons and wildflowers.
- Visibility: Clear views of the mountains and beautiful, colorful landscapes.
- Wildlife: Higher chances of spotting wildlife as animals are more active.
- Popularity: Also a high season, so expect more trekkers on the trail.
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Wonderful winter Manaslu circuit Trek
Our guide Raju and his brother are lovely and made our trip wonderful. They were very helpful and experienced, took care of everything and even cooked for us sometimes. They know a lot about the Manaslu region and their knowledge really enhances the experience. Highly recommend them if you are thinking about doing the Manaslu circuit trek . Source Tripadvisor