Manaslu and Tsum Valley Trekking, around mighty 8163 meter high Mt. Manaslu and hidden Shangri-La of Tsum Valley are extraordinarily well-liked among wilderness explorers today. Manaslu region was opened for the trekkers only in 1995 and Tsum was also just opened in 2008. Manaslu and Tsum Valley Trek in this geographically extra spectacular and culturally most fascinating area, offers the trekkers to explore ultimate nature and cultural heritage and experience the mountain life style Tsum and Manaslu. The inhabitants of upper Bhudi Gandaki, a region known as ‘Nup Ri’ meaning Western Mountain are direct descendants of Tibetan immigrants and they settled here during early 16th century. Consequently their speech, dress and customs are exclusively similar to Tibetans in the North of Nepal. The Mountain Views in Nup ri are magnificient and iconic that you can’t find anywhere in the world. The experience of Larke Pass after visiting Tsum Valley is fantastic.
Tsum valley is yet being explored and right place to trek for the passionate explorer. The Himalayan Buddhist pilgrimage site is located in northern part of Gorkha district, Nepal. ‘Tsum’ meaning vivid against the majestic backdrop of the Ganesh Himal, Sringi Himal and Boudha Ranges. This serene Himalayan valley is rich in ancient art, culture and religion. It is said that the Buddhist saint Milarepa meditated in the caves of these mountains.The valley is home of some unique and historic monasteries, including Rachen Gompa and Mu Gompa. Mani and prayer walls which lie on a pretty highland nestled in the lap of the valley and Gompa Lungdang, situated at the base of a conical hill against the main slope of Ganesh Himal. The tribes here celebrate many Buddhist festivals, perfume ritual burning of juniper sense to purifier the air, place prayer flags for happiness of all the sentient living beings install Mani Walls. The centuries old culture still prosper in this valley.
Itinerary 01
Day 01: Kathmandu – Arughat 600m, 7/8 hours by bus or jeep
Day 02: Arughat – Lapubesi 882m. Approx. 4-6 hours walk.
Day 03: Lapubesi – Tatopani 990m, 6-7 hours walk
Day 04: Tatopani – Philim 1570m, 5-6 hours walk.
Day 05: Philim – Chhumling 2386m, 6-7 hours walk
Day 06: Chhumling – Chhekampar 3011m, 6-7 hours walk
Day 07: Chhekampar – Mu Gompa 3700, 7-8 hours walk.
Day 08: Mugompa – Chhekampar via Rachen Goma, 6-7 hours walk
Day 09: Chhekampar – Lokpa 2240m, approx. 5-7 hours walk.
Day 10: Lokpa – Bhi Phedi 1990m, approx. 5-6 hours.
Day 11: Bhi Phedi – Lhi 2920m, approx. 5-6 hours.
Day 12: Lhi – Sama Gaun, 3520m, approx. 6 hours walk.
Day 13: Rest day, Hike to Birebdra Tal/Pungyen Gompa/ Manaslu Base camp
Day 14: Sama Gaun – Samdo 3780m, 3 hours walk
Day 15: Samdo – Larke Rest home/Dharmasaala 4460m 3-4 hours hike
Day 16: Larke Rest Homes – Bimtang 3750m, via Larkey Pass/5100m, 8-9 hours.
Day 17: Bimtang – Dharapani 1963, 6-7 hours walk
Day 18: Dharapani – Jagat 1300, 6-7 hours walk
Day 19: Jagat – drive to Besisahar- drive to Kathmandu
Note: This trip can be personalized as per your requirements that meet your time frame. The trip price will be according to Deluxe, Standard, Budget and group size so please kindly provide us your details for tailor made program.
Note: This trip can be personalized as per your requirements that meet your time frame. The trip price will be according to Deluxe, Standard, Budget and group size so please kindly provide us your details for tailor made program.
Total Duration | 23 Days |
Trek Duration | 19 Days |
Difficulty | Moderate |
Group size | Min 2 |
Best Season | Spring and Autumn |
Max Altitude | 5135 M |
Accomodation | Local Guesthouse |
Transportation | Local Bus and Jeep |
Destination | Manaslu Tsum Valley |
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