Manaslu Tsum Valley trek

Our agent will pick you up from the airport and drive you to your accommodation. If you have the time, we can show you around Thamel and assist you in purchasing any equipment you might need for your journey.

Today, we go through Dhading Beshi and Arughat on our way from Kathmandu to Soti Khola. The road deteriorates and is quite poor and bumpy from Dhading to Arughat. This afternoon, we follow a road through the trees that leads upriver along the Budhi Gandaki River’s banks before crossing the mountains, from which we frequently get views of the river far below. We’ll be staying at a guesthouse in Machha Khola tonight.

Today we pass the Machha Khola River and pass Khorlabesi (920m) before arriving to Tatopani, known for its therapeutic hot springs. The trail next travels through a forested area as we make our approach to the Dovan Khola (river) and to the Budhi Gandaki Valley. As we climb higher you will notice a shift in the environment right up until we get to Jagat Village where we will stay at a guesthouse overnight.

Today we go off on a 6-hour hike, first reaching Salleri where we have amazing views of Mount Sringi before going to Sirdibas, a traditional Buddhist village. The trail continues till we reach Lokpa Village, just north of Philim and then travel via Ekle Bhatti and rise to a ridge along a trail through a pine grove. We get to a junction where we pick the trail headed to Tsum Valley. We spend the night at Lokpa.

Today we have a 5-hour hike ahead of us to Tsum Valley.  As we descend to the mountainous Chumling Village, the first views of Tsum Valley emerge.  We next walk up to Ripchet and a short time later reach the true Buddhist settlement of Chumling, well known for its historic monastery, traditional Tibetan style dwellings, prayer flags, mani walls, and its stone-paved streets.  We sleep here overnight.

Today we start our 5-hour hike by crossing a suspension bridge and we have great views of the Ganesh Himal.  Before reaching Gho Village, the trail continues past Rainjam and across Seru Khola.  We hike for five to six hours before arriving at Chokhangparo Village, where we can see the Ganesh Himal (7140m) and Himalchuli (7893m).  Tonight, we remain here.  Included are breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

The six to seven-hour walk today follows the path to the Shir Khola (river) and Rachen Gompa. After exiting the river, we go via the towns of Phurbe and Pangdun before reaching the Nile, where we spend the night. Mu Gompa is the highest peak in the Tsum Valley and the biggest monastery in the area. Included are breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

From Gompa, the decline begins. We make our way down to Rachen Gompa, Chhule, and finally Phurbe. Rachen Gompa situated in the border area of Nepal and Tibet, and it rests surrounded by huge mountains. But the objective for this day takes you through a forested area and finally reaches Chhokangparo.

Following breakfast, we continue to descend from Chhokung Paro till we get at Gho. To go to Rainjam Village, you will need to cross a suspension bridge close to Gho and continue hiking. We leave Rainjam village, descend to Tsum Valley and finally reach Chumling – our target for the day.

We must first cross a suspension bridge before descending from Chumling to Lokpa, which will take six to seven hours. We have a fantastic view of the Sringi Himal as the trail winds around a steep peak. Next, we travel through Ghatta Khola, passing by farms that cultivate vegetables, potatoes, millet, and maize. We go along the Budhi Gandaki’s bank, passing through a bamboo forest until arriving at the Deng River. Tonight we stay at Deng adjacent to the river.

Today we initially have an uphill trek and then have to descend back down to the Budi Gandaki River. The trail heads through the valley and past several tiny towns. As we approach Namrung, you will notice Mani stones, which are etched with Tibetan mantras and serve as a reminder that we are entering Tibetan Buddhist country. In the afternoon we will take a short and interesting detour to Prok hamlet (2 hour round journey) and then follow the trail to Namrung for our overnight stay at a guesthouse.

Walking between the Mani stone walls of Lho Village, a location with little indications of civilization, is like traveling back in time. The snow-capped summit of Ngadi Chuli (7871m, also known as summit 29) is visible from Lho. We take a quick diversion up to the Pungen Glacier, where we can see Mt. Manaslu in breathtaking detail. We’ll spend the night at a Samagaun guesthouse.

Before attempting climbs to greater elevations, it is required to acclimate to these higher altitudes for at least one day. Health doctors urge that you move about and don’t sit idly. A nice approach to stay active is to explore the gompa at Pugyen(4070m), a one day climb that exits the path between Syaula and Sama. If time permits, it is possible for you to proceed on up this valley to the difficult rocks and terrain of the Pugin glacier. A journey to the lake at Birendra Tal (3450m) and a strenuous climb to Manaslu Base Camp (4900m) are two more options. Milarepa’s Cave (renowned Buddha) is thought to be located north of Birendra Tal and is said to have served as a meditation retreat for the Buddhist saint. Lunch, supper, and breakfast.

Before arriving at Larkya Bazaar, a settlement that endures as a commercial post for traders traveling down from Tibet, we cross a number of rivers this morning. From here we ascend up a hard trail till we reach to Dharamsala where we will stay overnight in a guesthouse.

We have a challenging day ahead of us as we travel the trek across Larkya La Pass (5106m/17,121 ft) to Bhimthang. We must first ascend to Cho Chanda before reaching the high, snow-covered pass. The vistas of numerous surrounding peaks are very excellent from this high altitude vantage point. The Himalayan mountains of Himlung Himal (7126m), Cheo Himal (6820m), Gyaji Kung (7030m), Kang Koru (698m) and Annapurna II (7937m) are vividly observable from the pass. After that, we hike past moraines and descend a difficult trail to Bhimthang Village, where we will spend the night at a guesthouse.

Today, we cross the Dudh Khola (river) on a suspension bridge after descending from high grazing area. Along the trail we walk past rhododendron (flowering in spring) and oak trees. We reach Dharapani in the Annapurna region after a six to seven-hour hike. Additionally, this is a popular starting point for the Annapurna circuit hike. If you are thinking about extending your walk, then we can head down the Annapurna trail. Tonight we stay at a guesthouse in Dharapani.

Today marks the last day of our walk over the Manaslu Circuit. Across the river, we will take a local jeep to Besisahar and then a bus back to Kathmandu where you will be brought back to your lodgings.

You will leave Nepal, but will never forget this fantastic trip and the laughs you shared on your tour to some of the world’s most stunning peaks. We’ll drop you off to the airport.