- Trip Duration:18 Days
- Trip Grade:Moderate
- Start Point:Kathmandu
Manaslu Region is fast growing as one of the most exciting and popular trekking destinations due to its isolation and remoteness. It is gradually gaining a name as the most thrilling trekking and mountain adventures in the entire world.
Manaslu region offers the best experience of venturing into the land so remote and cut off areas that you obtain similar episodes of getting romanticized with additional knowledge and insight into a different world beyond the existing one. Tsum valley, located in the Manaslu region and in the Northern side of Gorkha, is one of the remotest Himalayan valleys in the world. Trekking in the valley has been open for outsiders in the very recent years only. Nonetheless, it is attracting hundreds of tourists every month during the seasons.
Tsum valley is popular for its enchanting beauty that has been untouched by modernization for such a long time, it is pilgrimage sites that are sacredly reflecting the cultural and religious wealth. Distinct culture and significant religious heritage, that mirrors Tibetan essence is the main highlight along with the pure natural beauty. Similarly, it is famous for sacred mountain caves where several Buddhist monks meditate in different times. Tibetan ethnic Buddhist followers visit this valley as a pilgrimage site. This trek will give you a great insight into the secret lives of local cultures residing in the most concealed areas.
Tsum valley trek will take you to the paradise land surrounded by beautiful Mt. Ganesh range including Mt. Sringi and Mt. Boudha. The valley is located in such a difficult terrain that it does not receive many travelers. Very few outsiders have been able to reach this promised land and thus many things about the valley are still mysteries. The off the beaten trail offers you a walk of the lifetime on one of the most difficult trails, you will pass through dense forests, crossing raging rivers, amazing waterfalls, mythical villages.
This beautiful trek starts from Arughat as the trails follow through alongside the spectacular river of Budhi Gandaki, passing through dense forests and fascinating villages you walk towards the hidden valley of Tsum. There are small hotels with basic services and facilities. The beauty of the wide landscapes and the cluster villages, however, is something beyond the ordinary.
Outline Itinerary
- Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
- Day 2: A full day tour in Kathmandu
- Day 3: Drive to Sotikhola
- Day 4: Trek to Maccha Khola
- Day 5: Trek to Jagat
- Day 6: Trek to Chisapani
- Day 7: Trek to Chumling
- Day 8: Trek to Chokhangparo
- Day 9: Trek to Nile
- Day 10: Day trip in Mu Gompa
- Day 11: Trek to Chhekamparo
- Day 12: Trek Gumpa Lungdang
- Day 13: Trek to Ganesh Himal Base camp
- Day 14: Trek to Jagat
- Day 15: Trek to Lapubesi
- Day 16: Trek to Arughat
- Day 17: Drive back to Kathmandu
- Day 18: Final departure
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
Welcome to the land of Mountains. Our representative will greet and collect you at the airport and drive you to your respective hotels.
Day 2: A full day tour in Kathmandu
Kathmandu Valley full day sightseeing. Swayambhu Nath, Boudha Nath, Pasupati Nath, Kathmandu Durbar square
Day 3: Drive to Sotikhola
Early drive to Sotikhola.
Day 4: Trek to Maccha Khola
Cross the first bridge and trek through dense forests. Ascend Labubesi, and descend to the river and reach Machha Khola.
Day 5: Trek to Jagat
Trek today pass Tatopani and ascend to a ridge then cross Budi Gandaki River and reach Dobhan. Ascend further on the uneven trail followed by stone-stairs and then head towards Jagat village.
Day 6: Trek to Chisapani
Ascend towards Salleri through a rocky ridge. Then descent to Sirdibas then continue following the valley Ghatta Khola and head towards Chisapani.
Day 7: Trek to Chumling
Start with crossing the gorge before descending towards Tsum Valley. Pass Lokpa village and descend further through the forest to reach Chumling crossing Siyar Khola.
Day 8: Trek to Chokhangparo
Start again crossing a bridge and walk past Rainjam. Cross some more bridges then GHo village to reach Chokangparo village.
Day 9: Trek to Nile
Hike to Lamagau then to Rachen Gompa. Continue the walk through some more villages. Pass Chhule village and ascend upstream to cross the bridge for Nile.
Day 10: Day trip in Mu Gompa
Excursion close to Tibetan border and later visit Mu Gompa and Dhephu Doma gompa. Sight -seeing around the area.
Day 11: Trek to Chhekamparo
Walk pass Lar village. Ascend the low steep areas for an easy walk for the day and reach Chhekamparo.
Day 12: Trek Gumpa Lungdang
Descend deom Chhekamparo to Gho. Crossing the bridge at Dumje. Visit local monastery there and arrive at Gumpa Lungdang.
Day 13: Trek to Ganesh Himal Base camp
A challenging hike today on one of the tough terrain and rigid trail. Cross Langdung river and ascend to the steep ridge. The altitude of basecamp is 4200m thus be careful not to get altitude sickness.
Day 14: Trek to Jagat
Start the descent early. Passing through the rhododendron forest, reach the Manaslu trail and then to Philim village and finally arrive at Jagat.
Day 15: Trek to Lapubesi
Descend from Jagat, cross a suspension bridge to Dovan, Tatopani and reach Lapu Besi
Day 16: Trek to Arughat
Descend further to Arughat for the day.
Day 17: Drive back to Kathmandu
Day 18: Final departure
You will be accompanied in a ride to the airport for the final departure.
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