Tsum Valley Trek

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Start & End Point
kathmandu | kathmandu
Duration
18 days
Best Time
March- May and Oct - Nov
Grade
Challenging
Activity
Trekking

Tsum Valley Trek

Tsum Valley Trek is a remote valley exploration in the Manaslu region of the Himalaya. The adventure takes you to the area of the eighth highest mountain in the world – Manaslu (8,156m). Tsum Valley in the region is an isolated remote valley that has incredible natural and cultural riches.

The wonders of Tsum Valley came out to the world only in 2008 after the area was opened for trekking. The valley has been attracting trekkers since its opening to explore the remoteness, untouched culture and natural wonders. The mountain view of Ganesh Himal, Sringi Himal, and many other peaks is dumbfounding. Tsum Valley practices Tibetan Buddhism for ages and most of the people living in the region are of Tibetan origin. It’s a sacred valley of Buddhist spirituality and culture. Many different timeless monasteries stand in the valley casting immense spiritual vibrations making the cultural life of the valley a wonderful one.

Explore the unexplored region; see the unseen; and expect the unexpected cultural, natural and spiritual riches in the valley.

 

Why We Trek Nepal for Tsum ValleyTrek?

Since you are already in our Tsum Valley Trek page, we want you to know why you should do this trip with us.

We have good reasons for you to choose us from the crowd in the market. Highly committed and experienced team of We Trek Nepal stands out in the market for unparalleled service we provide to our clients. We know no compromise while it comes to your safety and satisfaction.

Our style of small group trek operation in the mountains makes it quite easier for us to pay individual attention to the group members. While the destination in itself is impressive, it is the unrivaled experience of our professional service and attention that makes Tsum Valley Trek a special one with us.

 

What do you see on the trek?

  • Explore a pretty much unexplored region
  • Budhi Gandaki River valley
  • Timeless villages and Buddhist cultural wonders
  • Restricted region of Tsum Valley
  • Beautiful view of the mountains like Ganesh Himal and Sringi Himal
  • Cultural sightseeing of Kathmandu

Your Itinerary

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Day 01: Kathmandu (1,400m)

Day one of the trip is your arrival day in Kathmandu, Nepal. When you arrive at Kathmandu airport, We Trek Nepal representative will welcome you and transfer to hotel. It will take more or less 20 minutes to reach hotel depending upon traffic. We will let you know about our trip briefing schedule and other essentials on your arrival at the hotel. You stay relaxed and try to adjust with the new atmosphere as a traveller. We will talk about any questions you may have at our trip briefing meeting.

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Day 02: Acclimatization and Exploration Day in Kathmandu (1,400m) -Breakfast

We are at the elevation of 1,400 meters from sea level and are going well above 5,000 meters on the trip. We will take this day as our acclimatization and preparation day before we head up towards the mountains. Instead of staying idle in hotel, we will take you for a wonderful day tour of Kathmandu valley. Exploring UNESCO’s cultural heritage sites in Kathmandu is the best way to know about historical, cultural and spiritual aspects of this 2 millennia old city. We will visit Swoyambhunath popularly known as the Monkey Templethat is oldest monument in Kathmandu valley, Kathmandu Durbar Squarethat is one of the medieval palace squares in Kathmandu valley, Boudhanaththat is the largest Buddhist stupa and Pashupatinaththat is a Hindu temple premises with open Hindu cremation platforms on the bank of River Bagmati. Once we are back to hotel in the afternoon, we will go for last minute gearing up for our trekking adventure.

 

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Day 03: Drive to Sotikhola Trek to Machha Khola (710m) - Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

We are leaving Kathmandu behind today and driving to Soti Khola in the Budhi Gandaki River valley to start the trekking. The highway and countryside drive takes us 139 west of Kathmandu. We will be able to see the Nepalese countryside as we drive along the highway; cross the River Trishuli and drive towards the destination for the day. We prepare for the trek and take rest to wear off the long day driving tiredness.

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Day 04: Trek Machha Khola to Jagat (870m) – Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

We are all set to leave on the trekking adventure along the river valley today. On the first day of our Manaslu Circuit Trek, we will walk to Machha Khola. The distance between Soti Khola to Machha Khola has several wonderful nature and rural lifestyle. Treking along the trail that goes opposite the Budhi Gandaki River course has so much to offer that every next thing is a wonder. We reach Machha Khola and check into a teahouse to stay overnight.

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Day 05: Trek Jagat to Chisapani (1660m) – Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

We will continue the trekking journey towards Dovan. We trek past beautiful Kholabesi to Tatopani. Tatopani translates as hot water and the names suggests of the presence of natural hot spring here. We will have to walk across suspension bridges several times along the trail. The beautiful surroundings of the trail ease our effort on the trail. Once we reach Dovan, we will have time to soak into the beauty of the place surrounding it.

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Day 06: Trek Chisapani to Chumling (2386m) – Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Our trek to Tsum Valley takes us to Philim today. We are still following the trail that also takes us towards Larke Pass in Manaslu Circuit Trek. The walk for the day takes us past Sirdibas to the destination. We will have to cross several suspension bridges along the trail. Once we reach Philim, we settle into a teahouse and spend time at leisure.

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Day 07: Trek Chumling to Chhokang (3010m) –Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

We will head towards Tsum Valley from today leaving behind the trail towards Larke pass. We will walk to Ekle Bhatti where the trail divides into two. We will take the trail towards Tsum Valley and walk towards Chumling village to stay overnight. Tracing the peaceful trail full of natural wonders, we reach the beautiful village of Chumling where we can see wonderful rural lifestyle. Chumling village is a perfect place to observe the life in lower Tsum valley.

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Day 08: Trek Chhokang to Paro (3,030m) – Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

It’s the day to enter upper Tsum valley today when we trek to Chhokang Paro. The wonders of Tsum valley start appearing along the trail. Although the trekking in the lower part of the river valley was equally wonderful, we can feel and experience a different landscape and cultural lifestyle as we trek higher and deeper into the valley. Once we reach Chhokang Paro, we spend relaxing time around the place.

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Day 09: Trek Paro to Nile (3,360m) – Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

We are walking even deeper into the valley. We will continue our trek and walk towards Nile as our destination for the day. We will come across an ancient cave where a Tibetan Buddhist saint, Milarepa, meditated. We visit the Milarepa cave and walk further towards the destination. We reach Nile to enjoy the cultural wonders of the village.

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Day 10: Trek Nile to Mu Gompa (3,700m) – Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

We will trek to Mu Gompa today in the upper Tsum valley. Mu Gompa is the highest settlement in the Tsum valley. The trail goes past several wonders of the remoteness of the valley. We reach Mu Gompa and explore the surroundings. This place is a small but incredibly beautiful settlement where Tibetan Buddhist dwellers have been living for ages. Although they follow Tibetan Buddhism, people here belong to Gurung ethnicity. This village is a beautiful example of upper Tsum valley culture and lifestyle. We will also go to explore Dhephyudonma Gompa that stands at spectacular 4,180 meters above sea level.

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Day 11: Trek Exploration Day at Mu Gompa – Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

We have an extra day here at Mu Gompa to explore the surroundings. We may go to Nguladhojyang pass standing at 5,093 meters above sea level. The pass brings the view of Tibetan plateau and Nepal Tibet border along with beautiful mountain surroundings. This is totally optional trip. If we choose not to go on a long day hike, we will stay at Mu Gompa exploring the surroundings.

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Day 12: Trek Mu Gompa to Rachen Gompa (3,240m) – Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

After spending beautiful time at Mu Gompa and its surroundings, we will trek to Rachen Gompa today on our return trek. Rachen Gompa is another beautiful Tibetan Buddhist village where the upper Tsum valley culture and lifestyle wonders are at plenty. We will come across Ghongey Gompa along the way where we spend some time to explore it. When we reach Rachen Gompa, we spend time at leisure.

 

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Day 13: Trek Rachen Gompa to Dumje (2,460m) – Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

We will trek back to Dumje descending towards lower Tsum. The peaceful trail brings us past lower Tsum wonders. Dumje is just a small settlement of many in the region. We stay overnight at Dumje today.

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Day 14: Trek Dumje to Philim (2386m)– Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

The day will bring us back to Philim to stay overnight today. We retrace the trail and reach Philim via Ripchet.

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Day 15: Trek Phillim to Tatopani – Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Trek back to Tatopani past Jagat village. Stay overnight there.

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Day 16: Trek Tatopani to Soti Khola – Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

The last day of trek, we will trek back to Soti Khola. The lower Budhi Gandaki river valley trail feels more comfortable after exploring the remote Tsum Valley. We stay overnight at Soti Khola.

 

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Day 17: Drive from Sotikhola to Kathmandu By Jeep Or Bus service- Breakfast

We will drive back to Kathmandu today via Arughat Bazar. This will be a pretty much long day drive. Once we are in Kathmandu, we will have easy time relaxing and wearing off the tiredness of walking and driving. Yet, the memory of peaceful walking adventure remains deeply attached to our mind and heart.

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Day 18: Breakfast & Departure to onward your destination to home

We have come the final day of the big Tsum Valley Trek and we hope that you enjoyed the adventure. Now, it’s the time to say a departing goodbye for this time with the hope to see you soon for next adventure. We will drive you to airport 3 hours before your flight schedule.

Include/Exclude

Cost Includes
  • Pick up and drop off on your arrival and departure
  • Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on twin sharing basis
  • Basic teahouse accommodation in the mountains
  • All breakfasts for the trip
  • All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) during the trek
  • Three cups of tea a day during the trek
  • A farewell dinner in Kathmandu
  • All overland transportation required
  • A guided sightseeing tour of Kathmandu
  • A professional trekking guide and necessary number of porters with their insurance
  • All necessary permits for the trekking
Cost Excludes
  • International airfare and travel insurance
  • Any kind of drinks except three cups of tea a day during the trek
  • Gratuities to the guide and porters
  • Cost raised by any unfortunate, unforeseen and uncontrollable situations
  • Any other cost not mentioned in the ‘Includes’ section

Date & Price

Here, we have published our small group guaranteed departures dates for this trek. If the published date does not fit your travel date, write to us with your date, and we will be very pleased to organize this trek at your desired date and time requested.

If you do not want to join our small group departure, we will be very happy to organize a private departure date to this trek to you and your group. Please write to us with your proposed travel date to this trek with us.

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