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The Manaslu Tsum Valley trek is an 18-day adventure that gives you a glimpse of the raw beauty of the Himalayas. The following trek showcases the beauty of the Manaslu Conservation Area, along with the remote Tsum Valley. This gives you a total experience of the authentic Tibetan culture, with sacred monasteries located in the region and many more to offer.
Manaslu Tsum Valley trek takes you to one of the most remote regions, circling Mount Manaslu (8,000 meters). There is also the inclusion of the Tsum Valley hike, which is one of the secluded areas, less crowded, and less visited. Being a restricted area with diverse wildlife and untouched natural beauty, the area is preciously protected from heavy tourism.
Tsum is one of the precious hidden valleys. Tons of remote villages following Tibetan traditions and historical monasteries can be seen here. The trek takes you very close to the Tibet region, where you can meet and greet several Buddhist monks and see Milarepa’s Cave, a famous figure in Tibet.
Mount Manaslu is situated at an elevation of 8156 meters and is also the eighth-highest mountain in the world. Plenty of breathtaking scenes can be experienced while trekking near Manaslu. This includes the amazing scenery of various peaks such as Cheo Himal, Himlung Himal, and Himal Chuli.
Tsum Valley trek with Manaslu Circuit gives you an opportunity to explore different kinds of horizons and cultures that you may have never experienced. At the same time, the trek is not very difficult and offers you plenty of stunning views.
One of the things that you’ll observe is that the majority of the people of the Manaslu region are into Tibetan culture, and mostly follow the Buddhist religion.
If you’re short on time and dedicated to visiting Tsum Valley only, then we’ve a specific Tsum Valley trek package which allows you to get a perfect glimpse of this sacred Himalayan valley.
Our groups are small with maximum 14 people. We create groups of independent travelers, friends and families which maintains close interpersonal connection, engage more and get into depth of the journey. Choose a date from the calendar to reserve your spot.
As soon as you land in Kathmandu, one of our Access Nepal representatives will be there to greet you at the Tribhuvan International Airport. He/she will take you back to the hotel in Kathmandu from the airport.
Trek preparations, orientation session, and meet & greet will continue in the hotel, making you all set and ready for the Manaslu Tsum Valley trek.
The Manaslu Circuit Tsum Valley trek route starts from Machha Khola village, which is just a short distance from the village of Arughat. The Manaslu Circuit and Tsum Valley officially begin after a full day’s drive to Machha Khola, and the same path is followed to return.
The path passes through the Budhi Gandaki River, giving you a perfect view of the green hills. Just as you cross a long bridge over the Yaru Khola, you’ll reach Jagat. From this exact moment, the Manaslu restricted area officially begins.
The scenic trail takes you from Jagat to Philim, which is a pretty big village, with great places for having lunch or snacks. We will join the Manaslu Circuit at Deng village as soon as the tour to Tsum Valley concludes.
Chumling village gives the ideal taste of the Tsum Valley culture. And you’ll see plenty of prayer flags, chortens, and a monastery nearby. We travel to Chhokang Paro, also called Chekampar, which is the biggest village of the Tsum Valley. It is situated at an altitude of 3,010 meters (9,875 feet).
We’ll acclimatize at Samagaun, which will be a complete rest day, allowing your body to adjust to the altitude. We start the approach to the Larkya La pass after Samdo. Larke La Pass is definitely one of the highest points of our trekking journey, and this day will be one of the toughest.
Our ascent to Lokpa passes through rhododendrons & pine forests. The moment we enter the Tsum Valley, we will get to see rich Tibetan culture and tradition. The trail also features Mani walls and tons of prayer flags.
One of the main highlights of the trek is the existence of different flora and fauna, ancient monasteries, and the Tibetan lifestyle. To be more specific, we will visit various gompas, including Gumba Lungdang, Mu Gompa, Pungen Gompa, etc.
We will pass through Sama Gaun, Samdo, cross Larkya La Pass, and reach Bimthang. We wrap up our trek by reaching Dharapani and Besisahar. At last, we’ll have a long drive from Dharapani to Besisahar to Kathmandu.
During the Manaslu and Tsum Valley trek, you’ll experience the stunning views of several mountains. Here are some of the mountains that you’ll see:
If you’re interested in booking the Manaslu Circuit Tsum Valley trek, then you must know these things before booking:
Here are some of the gear and equipment, or the packing list, you need for the Manaslu Circuit and Tsum Valley trek. Make sure to pack your daily essentials, but keep them light.
Common Wears
Gears
Other essentials
Toiletries, Hygiene & Skin Care
Important Documents You Should Carry
Food is an essential part of the trek since it gives you the energy & enthusiasm to continue the trek. Our trekking package includes all full board meals (including breakfast, lunch, and dinner) and will be provided at the teahouse where you stay.
These teahouses feature plenty of food options or menus and meals are served based on this. Generally, the meals include popular Nepalese and Tibetan dishes, which are healthy and nutritious at the same time. Alongside, there are some other foreign/western items too, including porridge, pancakes, pasta, etc.
For breakfast, there are plenty of options such as porridge, tea, muesli, pancakes, eggs, Tibetan bread, potatoes, chapatis, etc.
Similarly, there are plenty of lunch and dinner options too, including Dal Bhat (rice, lentil & vegetables), momo, thukpa (noodle soup), noodles, chowmein, and many more.
Hot drinks such as ginger tea, milk tea, etc, are also available for added warmth.
You shouldn’t drink alcohol during the trekking duration. You can bring snacks such as protein bars, chocolate, fruits, dry nuts, etc.
Your overall stay in the Tsum Valley trek with Manaslu Circuit will be in basic teahouses. Despite being basic, it includes comfortable rooms with cozy mattresses, pillows, and blankets. These rooms are well-equipped, and in lower-altitude villages, the facilities are good, including electricity and internet services too.
The toilet facilities are also good at the lower elevations, including the western-style toilets. As you go higher, the facilities may be more basic. In higher altitudes, there are high chances of being traditional squat toilets.
Additionally, the bathrooms may also be outside the teahouse. In the villages such as Namrung and Samagaun, the facilities and the teahouses are much better. You’ll find private rooms, attached bathrooms, too, beds are more comfortable, and meals are of higher quality.
It’s best to carry toilet papers and hand sanitizers alongside you.
Besides all of that, the lodges or teahouses of those areas also provide hot showers and the Wi-Fi facility, however, at an extra cost. The cost may be around USD $ 2 to $5 per shower.
Since the rooms are unheated so the best option is to carry your own sleeping bag for added warmth. Teahouses along the Manaslu Tsum Valley trek are basic and simple yet comfortable and guarantee a good stay.
One of the rules that you’ve to stick to strictly during the Manaslu and Tsum Valley trekking period is drinking enough water and staying hydrated. Hydration is vital when you’re going for high-altitude trekking.
We suggest you carry a water bottle as well as purification tablets. Drink 2 to 3 litres of water every single day. Water purification tablets are easily available in the shops of Thamel.
You should not drink tap water or water from streams in Nepal.
The weather can’t be predicted easily since it lies in the remote region of Gorkha. This is why it is hard to predict the weather. The temperatures are quite mild during the peak trekking season.
Whereas in the summertime, heavy rainfall and monsoon occur in this region, making it extremely tough to trek. In the winter season, cold air blows, and temperatures drop too; extreme cold. Snowfall can also be experienced during this time, making the trail tougher.
One of the most favourable times to go for the Manaslu and Tsum Valley trek is spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November). During these months, the weather conditions remain ideal with clear skies, lush green landscapes, and crystal clear mountain views.
March to May (Spring)
The spring season is one of the best times to do the Manaslu Tsum Valley trek. During the months of March to May, the temperatures are milder and perfectly suitable for trekking. The clear weather also allows you to get the best possible views and is ideal for a photography session too.
You’ll also observe rhododendron and wildflower blooming, dense forests, and lush greenery everywhere. Additionally, the daylight hours are also longer during this time, giving you a pleasant atmosphere to catch breathtaking mountain views.
The temperatures are on the modest side during spring, ranging from 10-20°C in the daytime.
Not only Spring, but Autumn is also an ideal time for the Manaslu Tsum Valley trek. The sky is the clearest, and you’ll catch stunning mountain panoramas. The trail conditions are safe, too; you’ll get the best of the natural beauty.
The air is quite good, combined with clear skies. You can get the amazing, picturesque views of the Manaslu, Himlung, Ganesh Himal, etc. Stable weather also allows you to make the pass crossings way easier.
In the daytime, the temperature reaches up to 20 degrees. At night, it can drop up to 5 degrees.
We do not recommend this Manaslu Tsum Valley trek in winter and in rainy season, the trail conditions are tough, slippery, and the temperatures are worst too with freezing cold, snowfall, and wind blowing.
If you’re keen on the Manaslu Circuit and Tsum Valley trek, then there are several permits that you need to enter this restricted region. These are the Manaslu Restricted Area Permit (MRAP), the Manaslu Conservation Area Permit (MCAP), the Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP), and the Tsum Valley Restricted Area Permit.
Manaslu Restricted Area Permit (MRAP), the Manaslu Conservation Area Permit (MCAP), and the Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) are specifically needed for the Manaslu Circuit. Similarly, the Tsum Valley Restricted Area Permit is mandatory for the Tsum Valley in particular.
Surprisingly, for the single Tsum Valley trek only you don’t require Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP). This is because the trekking path of Tsum Valley doesn’t include the Annapurna region. The trekkers don’t have go that way.
Manaslu Restricted Area Permit (MRAP):
The Manaslu Restricted Area Permit is required to enter Jagat, which is the main gateway for the Manaslu Circuit. It is also the first major checkpoint for the Manaslu Circuit. Permits are checked throughout the areas up to the villages at high altitude.
The cost for the Manaslu Restricted Area Permit is:
NRP 10000 or US$75 approx. for SAARC nationalities.
NRP 14000 or US$100 approx. for other nationalities.
No charges for Nepali citizens.
Manaslu Conservation Area Permit (MCAP):
The following permit is essential for trekking within the Manaslu Conservation Area. The following permit is also checked in major areas (mainly in the Philim). In order to obtain this permit, you have to make the payment in Nepalese rupees.
The cost for the Manaslu Conservation Area Permit is:
NRP 1000 or US$10 approx. for SAARC nationalities.
NRP 3000 or US$30 approx. for other nationalities.
NRP 100 for Nepali citizens.
Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP):
It is required when entering the Annapurna Conservation Area. Some of the major checkpoints of this permit are Bhimthang and Dharapani.
The cost for the Annapurna Conservation Area Project Permit is:
NRP 1000 or US$10 approx. for SAARC nationalities.
NRP 3000 or US$30 approx. for other nationalities.
NRP 100 for Nepali citizens.
Tsum Valley Restricted Area Permit
The following permit is mandatory too and is required for entering the Tsum Valley. It is also mostly checked between Jagat and Dharapani.
The cost for the Tsum Valley Restricted Area Permit is:
Independent trekking is not allowed here (there should be a minimum of two trekkers). All these permits are provided free of cost for children under 10 years of age.
Don’t worry, Access Nepal Tour and Trekking gets all the required Manaslu Tsum Valley trek permits on your behalf. No extra costs needed; the permit costs are already included in your package.
In this section, we will discuss how you can obtain the Tsum Valley Manaslu Trek permits:
All the permits for the Manaslu Circuit, including the Manaslu Restricted Area Permit, the Manaslu Conservation Area Permit, and the Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP), can be obtained from Kathmandu. You can easily get it from the Nepal Tourism Board (open from Saturday to Sunday).
Tsum Valley Restricted Area permit, on the other hand, needs to be applied for by a valid trekking agency of Nepal (can’t be applied for by a person). The trekking agency needs some personal documents that are required to apply.
To obtain the Manaslu Tsum Valley trek permit, you require these documents:
Make sure to get the travel insurance for the Manaslu and Tsum Valley trek; it is a must. When you’re thinking of purchasing travel insurance, make sure it covers the following:
When you book our Tsum Valley trek with Manaslu Circuit package, you are in safe hands, although it isn’t easy to predict safety when trekking at higher altitudes. Thus, it is best to be prepared for unexpected scenarios too.
Even in the worst possible case, your insurance should cover trip cancellations and loss of your items. Thereby, you must go through the policies thoroughly before making the purchase decision.
When you land here, you must bring a valid proof of your insurance certificate.
During the Tsum Valley and Manaslu trek, the internet service will be there if you want to connect and get in touch with your near and dear ones. The teahouses that you’ll stay at include internet facilities, but that will cost you some pennies (extra charge).
Our Access Nepal team also remains in regular touch with you to know about the current status and everything through the main guide. You can also buy a local SIM card in Kathmandu.
In the majority of the teahouses on the Manaslu Tsum Valley trek trail, there will be the facility of electricity. Mostly, the purpose of electricity is to light the rooms, charge devices such as mobile phones, cameras, etc.
However, in villages of higher altitudes, you might have to use power sockets to charge your electronic devices at an extra cost.
Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek is a moderate to challenging graded trek. The trek requires some carefulness and a decent level of preparation. It is quite an adventurous journey, as we explore the most remote parts of the Manaslu Circuit and the Tsum Valley trek.
Even though the Manaslu Circuit and Tsum Valley trek is less hard than other popular treks in the Everest and Annapurna regions, you need an adequate level of fitness and should be in good physical shape. During the Manaslu Circuit and Tsum Valley trek, you must walk for around 5 to 7 hours on a daily basis.
When the elevation gains are more significant, we normally walk far less comparatively, around 3 to 4 hours only.
The maximum altitude that this trek goes to is up to 5,160 meters (16,929 ft). Before booking the Manaslu Tsum Valley trek, you must ask yourself: Are you comfortable enough for the multi-day walking?
Apart from that, we strongly demand that you train your body and mind for an extensive duration. The Manaslu Tsum Valley trek is quite a challenging journey where your physical as well as mental strength will be tested to some limit.
Ranked as the ‘difficult’ trek, it includes walking in high altitudes, remote terrain, and for a good amount of duration, making it ideal for trekkers with some amount of experience.
Get involved in a fitness training session for several months, and you may also come up with your own fitness routine. You should focus mainly on cardio exercises (hiking, walking up staircases, swimming, cycling, running), and leg-building exercises (mainly on thighs, knees, and calves).
You can practice hiking with a backpack. This allows you to get used to similar scenarios on the trek, carrying some weight. Increasing core strength and endurance is vital since the trek takes you to high altitudes.
Apart from physical preparation, mental preparation is also important. You should be mentally ready to go to a remote terrain and embrace the lifestyle you’re going to follow. You can engage in mindfulness practices, including deep breathing exercises and meditation.
You must make up your mind for the challenges ahead so that the Manaslu Tsum Valley trek becomes smooth and stress-free to some extent.
Since the Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek takes you to an altitude of over 5000 meters, there is a high chance of getting altitude sickness. Taking care of that, we’ve designed our itinerary in such a way as to follow proper acclimatization.
The only way to avoid altitude sickness is by acclimatizing properly. It can affect anyone, both experienced trekkers with proper fitness and vice versa.
Altitude sickness is a condition that affects you when you try to ascend or climb higher in a quick pace to a higher elevation. This way, your body can’t adjust properly to the lower oxygen levels at the higher altitude.
It usually occurs when you’re at a higher altitude. Thereby, acclimatization is vital, especially when you go above 2500 meters. Don’t worry, we’ll follow gradual elevation gain; this way, the acclimatization process becomes way smoother. And it ultimately reduces the chances of altitude sickness.
With Access Nepal Tour and Trekking, you are in the right hands, as we prioritize safety very seriously.
When you book our packages, we make sure to feel comfortable in every possible area, from airport pickup, hotel stays, pre-trek briefing, and experienced guides to help you in the worst possible situations.
Since the trek lies in the restricted area, we have experienced, licensed guides so that you feel confident in the journey. To enter this region, licensed guides are mandatory. Our guides are well aware of the region and are trained in first aid and altitude awareness.
They are also used in handling emergency situations if one arises. We have also planned proper acclimatization days into the itinerary, keeping safety in mind. The route is also well-built, and there are no clear signs of danger.
Even though the trek reaches the higher altitudes, we follow precautions to reduce altitude sickness and other risks. We follow the right pace when walking and provide support throughout the trek.
Access Nepal Tour and Trekking offers both a guide and a porter for you on the Manaslu Circuit Tsum Valley trek. They are vital to make any trek experience smooth, relaxing, and memorable.
We have experienced, licensed guides who have proper knowledge about the Manaslu region. They will show you the pathway and maintain safety.
Our porters are physically strong and they can carry heavy weights and walk in higher altitudes. Your backpack and gear can be carried by them.
We provide 1 licensed, English-language-proficient guide for a maximum of six travelers. We offer 1 porter for a minimum of two trekkers for the Manaslu Circuit and Tsum Valley trek. Our weight limit for a porter is 20kg/44 lbs.
A typical day on the Tsum Valley and Manaslu Trek looks like this once you book our package.
We will stay in a comfortable teahouse, wake up early you’ll get a mesmerizing view of the sun rising over the Himalayas. After that, we will have a healthy breakfast such as eggs, Tibetan bread, porridge, etc.
Once breakfast is done, we pack our essentials, check everything before we leave alongside the guide. The walking time begins as we pass through rocky and steep paths on our trek.
As we head ahead, the landscape also begins to change from terraced fields to huge gorges, and in between, you’ll get flashes of the beautiful peaks. The guide will help you navigate the trail and will lead the way, sharing his knowledge.
He/she will show different special monuments, including monasteries, mani walls, and many other visible attractions on the way. In between, you can take tea breaks, stop on the way if you get tired, and click pictures.
Around midday, we will have lunch in a teahouse where there will be plenty of meal options such as noodles, daal bhat, etc. Once the lunch is done, we will walk again, but this time the walk will not be so long and relaxing.
We’ll reach the destination village for the day by late afternoon, allowing your body to rest. You can also explore the surroundings if you want to. Teahouse rooms, though basic, are comfortable and cozy to stay in.
After that, we take off our boots and leave the walking for the next day. We’ll have the dinner served in the teahouse where we will be staying. You can have warm conversations and create a good bond with your fellow trekkers as well as your guide.
Next day’s discussion, trail briefing, and other fun activities are held at night, sitting by the fire. Also, you have to order your breakfast the night before so that it gets ready as you wake up early in the morning.
Glorious mountain peaks, twinking stars in a clear sky, it is a different kind of feeling. In the warmth of our sleeping bags after a tiring day, the sleep will be fantastic.
Our trek packages are always affordable, include no hidden charges, and we provide fair pricing. Group size and other aspects fluctuate the pricing to some extent, but generally, the cost for the Manaslu Tsum Valley trek is USD for an 18-day itinerary.
It is an all-inclusive package, so the cost covers all the essential requirements for the Manaslu Circuit Tsum Valley trek. This includes all the restricted area permits, guides, accommodations, meals, and all other vital aspects.
During the Manaslu and Tsum Valley trek, you’ll get to meet various kinds of people. Basically, there is a huge Tibetan influence, containing people of various castes, mainly Lama, Gurung, Rai, etc.
Each of them has a different culture, language, and traditions. The majority of them follow Buddhism, and in every village you’ll most probably see a monastery. Even the farmers of this region grow crops and vegetables that are most likely to grow in these kinds of conditions.
Booking the Tsum Valley and Manaslu trek package is simple. All you have to do is click on the ‘Book Now’ button that you see on the right-hand side inside the package details section. This will take you to the booking procedure, fill in all the needed details, and there you go.
Make sure to pay 10% of the total amount of the tour cost in advance to book your place successfully. The remaining balance needs to be payed withing 24 hours of your arrival.
We accept wire transfers and card/online payments. Ready to book the Tsum Valley Manaslu trek package? Follow this link: Book the Tsum Valley Manaslu trek package.
We recommend that you carry some extra cash to handle your personal expenses for the Manaslu and Tsum Valley trek. You must withdraw the cash earlier in Kathmandu; once the trek begins, the trail will be completely remote, so you won’t get such facilities there.
These additional charges may be needed for purposes like charging electric devices such as mobile phones, for hot showers, and for Wi-fi service. Keeping all these things in mind, it’s best to carry around NPR 60,000 to 70,000 (USD 450-470) in total.
We, Access Nepal Tour and Trekking, have been in the industry for nearly two decades and have conducted hundreds of successful treks with happy customers. Our trekking guides and team are familiar with the Manaslu region.
On top of that, we provide cost-efficient trek packages, keeping fairness in mind, and also provide the best success rate. Our primary goal is to provide impeccable hospitality, with great support and safety at an affordable cost. There are also other popular trekking packages in the Manaslu region, including the 14-day Manaslu Circuit trek.
Feel free to book our Manaslu Circuit Tsum Valley trek package in Nepal. You will get to see amazing monasteries, scenic views of snowy mountains, and a glimpse of the world’s 8th-tallest peak with an amazing team that you’ll simply love.
The Manaslu Tsum Valley trek is a remote trek in the northern part of, Gorkha district of Nepal. The following trek combines the Manaslu Circuit and circles the stunning Mt Manaslu.
Wonderful Tsum Valley and Manaslu Circuit trip with Access Nepal Oct 2017 • Friends A friend and I recently completed the Tsum Valley and Manaslu Circuit 26-day trip with Access Nepal. From the beginning to the very end of the trip our travel advisor, Sadhana Adhikari, proved very helpful with all our many questions. Every detail was taken care of from our arrival in the Kathmandu airport to our final dinner the last night of our stay. We were well taken care of during the entire trek by our guide Om Prakash Lamichhhane and porter Deepak Magar. A good example of going the distance (literally!) to provide for us was on several occasions after completing our day’s trek, Prakash walked a day ahead and back to arrange lodging when it appeared that rooms in tea houses could possibly be filled before our arrival there. We also felt extremely grateful for our superb driver, Prakash Pokharel, who somehow safely maneuvered us on very long and rough drives to a Tsum Valley trailhead and back to Kathmandu. Even the tour day in Kathmandu proved fantastic with our very knowledgeable guide, Kiran Bhatta, who filled the day with wonderful stops and a breadth of information on the culture of Nepal. I would definitely recommend the company Access Nepal; their dependable staff helped us feel that were in great hands for the duration of our time in their country.
zengoat USA
Tsum Valley and Manaslu Trek Oct 2019 • Solo I did the Tsum Valley and Manaslu Trek through Access Nepal and it was an amazing experience! I am so thankful to my guide, Navaraj Wagle, for making this trip so special as I trusted him completely and truly enjoyed his (and my porter Deepak Majar) company. Throughout the trek, I met a number of different guides and each time I was so happy and grateful that I was with Navaraj. As a 30 year old women travelling alone, I always felt very safe with Navaraj and knew he was looking out for me. I also appreciated that he tailored the trek based on conditions encountered/what made sense instead of always just following the itinerary as this really improves the experience. If you are thinking of trekking in Nepal, I would definitely recommend Navaraj as a guide! Additionally, Sadhana was very helpful and I thought that the trip was laid out well. It was perfect that so many of the details were accounted for so I basically just had to show up and go.
Taylor USA
Manaslu Circuit and Tsum Valley Oct 2019 • Couples Purushottam (Puru) from Access Nepal was an excellent guide for our trek of Manaslu Circuit and the Tsum Valley. He was able to modify our original itinerary always for the better to find us quieter and in my opinion better tea houses and towns to stay in. This also helps to disperse tourist dollars amongst more tea house owners and not just those in the busy towns stopped in on most standard itineraries. This gave us a better experience being able to interact more with the family who owns the tea house as well. Puru also helped us choose rewarding, very scenic and challenging side trips that were less commonly visited by trekkers and within our abilities. Oftentimes these trips required a full day trek in areas without a teahouse available for lunch so Puru backed us satisfying picnic lunches. On the last night of our trek Puru even planned me a birthday party including a beautiful cake from a local bakery, Marigold flower necklases, and dancing to Nepalese music. Our very musically skilled porter even played me Happy Birthday on his flute that was hand made out of a trekking pole! I was able to totally relax on this trip realizing early on that Puru and his team would take care of everything. Sadhana was also very pleasant to interact with over email responding very quickly to our many questions and coming to our hotel before our trek to walk us through the details and answer more of our questions. Highly recommend Access Nepal.
AlexaJ123 USA
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