Tsum Valley Trekking in Nepal

Tsum Valley Trek 19 days

  • Duration: 19 Days
  • Diffculty Level: Strenuous 
  • Destination: Nepal
  • Best Time: mar-may | sep-oct
  • Activity: Trekking
  • Max. Altitude: 3700m

Highlights

  • Manaslu Conservation Area
  • Rachen Gompa
  • Mu Gompa
  • Dephu Doma Gompa
  • Milarepa Cave
  • Views of Manaslu, Pika, Himalchuli, Singachuli, and several other peaks in the Manaslu massif

Tsum Valley Trek is an 18-day trek in the Manaslu Region to explore the hidden Tsum Valley. This trek gets us close to the local multi-ethnic groups here in and around the Manaslu Region.

“Tsum Valley Trek – Explore Nepal through hidden valleys”

The Tsum Valley Trek starts with a long drive along the Prithvi Highway to Arughat and then till Soti Khola. The road conditions after Dhading Bensi might get a little rough. The trek starts the next day as we hike along the Budi Gandaki River before descending through a Sal forest to make it to the village of Khursane. An uphill hike from Khursane takes us to Lapurbesi and subsequently, to Machha Khola. Keep on the track along the Budi Gandaki River to get past Tatopani and Dobhan. The hike will eventually lead us to Jagat. This marks our entry at the Manaslu Conservation Area, which is home to over 33 species of mammals and over 110 species of birds. Get on the rocky trails to make it to Salleri. Descend to Sirdibas and hike uphill again to Philim. From Philim, it’s an easy hike downhill to Chisapani.

We’ll reach Chumling the next day after crossing Kungwa and Siyar Khola. Similarly, we’ll make it to Chokhangparo after passing over the Serpu Khola. On the 10th day of our trek, we’ll arrive at the village of the Nile. But, before getting there, we’ll come across the Rachen Nunnery, established in 1936 by Drupa Rinpoche. An easy uphill hike from the Nile will see us at Mu Gompa. Explore the Mu Gompa and the Dephu Doma Gompa. Also, learn more about the local culture and tradition of the village. We’ll trek to the Burgi village next. En-route, we’ll explore the Milarepa Cave or Pigeon Cave. This cave was used as a resting place by the Tibetan saint, Milarepa. He is considered one of Tibet’s most famous yogis and spiritual poets. Hike back to Philim through Chumling before trekking back to Soti Khola. Get to Arughat through local markets and end the trip after a long drive to Kathmandu.

This trek is designed for those who want to explore Nepal through the hidden valleys of the country.

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Itinerary

  • Altitude1310m
  • AccommodationHotel
  • MealsBreakfast

Get to Kathmandu, Nepal, and transfer to your hotel. Freshen up and meet with the company rep to get briefings of the upcoming Tsum Valley Trek. The company guide will suggest the things you can do during your free time in Kathmandu. Overnight at a hotel.

  • Altitude1310m
  • AccommodationHotel
  • MealsBreakfast

Wake up to the hustle and bustle of the capital city. Today, we’ll explore Swoyambhunath, Pashupatinath, Bouddhanath, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Bhaktapur Durbar Square, and Patan Durbar Square, all of which are UNESCO listed world heritage sites. Overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu.

  • Altitude570m
  • AccommodationTea House
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Drive along the Prithvi Highway in a six-hour-long trip to make it to Arughat. En route, we’ll pass through the town of Dhading Bensi. Road conditions after Dhading Bensi might get a little rough. If the time persists, we’ll drive to Soti Khola.

  • Altitude900m
  • AccommodationTea House
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Follow the Budi Gandaki river and descend through a forest of Sal to arrive at the village of Khursani Bari or Khursane. This village is called Khursane since it produces the highest number of red chillies (Khursani) in the region.

  • Altitude890m
  • AccommodationTea House
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Get out of the village of Khursane and hike uphill along the lush forest to arrive at the village of Lapurbesi. Keep on the hike and we’ll get to Machha Khola. We can get directly to Machha Khola by jeep if you want a shorter trip.

  • Altitude2340m
  • AccommodationTea House
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Hike along the Budi Gandaki River through the forest to get past the village of Tatopani. From here, an easy trail uphill takes us to Dobhan and then to Jagat. Our arrival at Jagat marks our entry at the Manaslu Conservation Area.

  • Altitude1660m
  • AccommodationTea House
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Hike along the rocky trails to make it to the village of Salleri before descending towards Sirdibas. Keep on hiking uphill and we’ll reach Ghatta Khola. Cross the suspension bridge before ascending towards Philim. From Philim, it’s an easy downhill trek to Chisapani.

  • Altitude2386m
  • AccommodationTea House
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Get out of the village of Chisapani to make it to Ekle Bhatti. Descend and cross the Budi Gandaki River. A climb uphill from here will take us to the village of Lookpa and then to Gumlung. Pass the Kungwa and Siyar Khola to get to Chumling.

  • Altitude3010m
  • AccommodationTea House
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Hike along the narrow hills to make it to Rainjam village. An uphill climb and across the Serpu Khola will see us at Gho. After a couple of hours of hiking, we’ll be at Chokhangparo. This village offers some of the best views of Himal Chuli, Sriringi, and Ganesh peaks.

  • Altitude3361m
  • AccommodationTea House
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Out of the village of Chokhangparo will see us at Lamagaon. An easy trek will take us towards the Rachen Gompa, a Nunnery Gompa. Continue hiking uphill to get past the villages of Lar and Phurbe, and eventually reach Nile.

  • Altitude3700m
  • AccommodationTea House
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner

An easy uphill trek from the village of Nile will mark our arrival at Mu Gompa. This village is filled with mani walls, chortens, and prayer flags.

  • Altitude3700m
  • AccommodationTea House
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today, we’ll explore the village and get close to the traditional and cultural values of the people of Mu Gompa. Explore the Mu Gompa. Also visit, Dephu Doma Gompa. Learn local words and get in touch with the lifestyle of local people.

  • Altitude3245m
  • AccommodationTea House
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner

While leaving Mu Gompa, we’ll head to the village of Chhule. From here, we’ll follow the trails to Burgi village. Today, we’ll explore the Piren Chu AKA Pigeon Cave. This cave, which is also called Milarepa Cave was used as a resting place by the Tibetan saint, Milarepa. During our trip today, we’ll be able to enjoy the views of Ganesh, Manaslu, Himalchuli, Pika, and other peaks.

  • Altitude2386m
  • AccommodationTea House
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Get past the villages of Chokhangparo and Gho to make it to Rainjam. From here, we’ll drop downhill and cross the Budhi Gandaki to arrive at Chumling.

  • Altitude1570m
  • AccommodationTea House
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner

An easy trek out of the village of Chumling will see us at Lokpa village. A descend pass Ekle Bhatti and Gumling will see us at Philim.

  • Altitude970m
  • AccommodationTea House
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Hike downhill to the village of Sirdibas and continue on the descent to make it to Jagat and Yaruphat. From Yaruphat, we’ll first trek towards Tatopani and then to Khorlabesi.

  • Altitude710m
  • AccommodationTea House
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Get out of the village of Khorlabesi and cross the Tharo Khola. Keep on hiking downhill before continuing towards Machha Khola. Trek along the Budhi Gandai River to arrive at Lapurbesi. From here, it’s an easy hike till Khursane and then to Soti Khola.

  • Altitude1310m
  • AccommodationTea House
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner

An uphill climb from Soti Khola will see us at Kyorpani. Keep on hiking to make it to Arkhet and to Sante Bazaar. We’ll arrive at Arughat after we pass through a hydropower plant. After lunch here, we’ll drive back to the capital city. Overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu.

  • Altitude1310m
  • AccommodationHotel
  • MealsBreakfast

The 19-day trip to the hidden Tsum Valley has officially come to an end today. Move on to your next destination or travel back home safely. Adieu!

Trip map

What's Included
  • Transportation via local bus from Kathmandu to Arughat to Soti Khola (trek start) and from Tal to Besisahar (trek end) and then back to Kathmandu.
  • During the trek, all standard meals are provided
  • Best Teahouse, lodge accommodation (often twin-sharing room)
  • Government-licensed English-speaking trek leader, guide, and porter to assist trekkers with their luggage. (2 trekkers:1 porter; maximum weight per trekker: 9 kg)
  • Guides and porters' meals, insurance, salaries, accommodation, transportation, and other essential equipment are all covered.
  • Fees for the Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) and the Manaslu Special Permit with Conservation Area Permit
  • All federal, state, and local taxes, as well as official expenses
  • Assistance in planning a rescue operation in the event of a medical emergency (funded by travel insurance)
  • Farewell Dinner will be served at the end of the journey.
What's Excluded
  • International flights.
  • Fees for multiple entries into Nepal upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport are as follows: (15 days - $25-30, 30 days - $40-50, and 90 days - $100-110)
  • Charges for excess baggage (Limit is 9 kg per Person)
  • Meals not included in the package
  • Early arrival or late departure, or early return from the trek, necessitates an extra night in Kathmandu.
  • Personal costs (shopping, food, boiling bottle water, hot and cold drinks, hot showers, alcohol, Wi-Fi, phone calls, battery recharging fees, etc. ), extra porters, etc.
  • Laundry, phone calls, bar bills, beverages, and snacks are all personal expenses.
  • Clothing and equipment for personal use
  • Mandatory travel insurance that covers emergency high-altitude rescue and evacuation.
  • Tips for porters and guides (Recommended by the Culture)
  • Additional costs or delays resulting from events outside management's control, such as a landslide, bad weather, itinerary changes due to safety concerns, illness, changes in government regulations, strikes, and so on.
  • Excludes are all fees and expenses that are not listed in the "cost includes" section.

Additional Info

Meals and Accommodation

Yolo Hike always cares about the heath, meals, and accommodation of the travelers willing to explore besides their habitant. You can either stay overnight in a tea house or a lodge, depending on availability. With a shared room and a common washroom, either choice provides basic services. In some communities, you may be able to receive services such as a hot shower and charging stations, although you may have to pay a little fee. Similarly, you spend the night in the best available tourist-grade hotel in cities.

During the journey, you will be fed three times a day. Although the meals are not as savory as in big cities, you do have a number of selections to choose from. All of the meals are delectable, healthy, and hygienic. There is a mix of Nepali, Tibetan, and Western cuisine on display. For snacks, many types of teas, coffee, and soups are also offered. Because the area is so remote, we recommend not to drink alcoholic products and bring plenty of snacks and bars to eat along the trip. Enjoy your trek as always making your journey a beautiful experience.

What you can explore

You are moving towards a beautiful journey and experience that will change your travel experience your whole life. Tsum Valley offers you plenty of scenic natural mountain vistas, flora, Tibetan cultural people walking happily around working their daily life, a diverse cultural experience, as well as ancient art, religion, and breathtaking mountain views. you can experience the lifestyle of Gorkha, Nepal, which is a sacred Himalayan pilgrimage valley located in the trans-Himalayan region. The Buddha Himal, Ganesh Himal, Sringi Himal, and other mountain ranges provide a magnificent backdrop to the Valley.

FAQs

  • Q1. How difficult is Tsum Valley Trek?

    Tsum Valley Trek is Nepal’s lesser-traveled trekking route, still, beautiful mountain vistas and crystal-clear skies make it a pleasure for trekkers. The trek is rated as moderately challenging, so anyone in good physical shape should be able to complete the Trek. If you have no trekking experience yet, make sure that you have all the essential gears and equipment in your Backpack.

  • Tsum Valley, located in northern Gorkha, Nepal, is a sacred Himalayan pilgrimage valley. The Larke-La, at an elevation of 5,106 meters, is the highest peak reached along the Tsum Valley journey route. If you are traveling along make sure to have all precautions, you might set an altitude sickness due to high altitude.

  • Tsum Valley is one of Nepal's lesser-traveled trekking trails due to the restricted area which was just recently opened to trekking in 2008. Many international trekkers go to this secluded spot. Tsum Valley is home to a traditional Tibetan way of life, a well-known Buddhist pilgrimage trail, and stunning Buddhist monasteries which can provide a solitary and adventurous outdoor experience.

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