MANASLU & TSUM VALLEY TREK in Nepal

Asian Heritage Treks and Travel

Duration: 23 days

Group size: 1 - 25

MANASLU & TSUM VALLEY TREK

Nepal

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Duration: 23 days

Group size: 1 - 25

TsumValley, also known as the hidden valley, is one of the fascinating and isolated destinations in Nepal to look out for. The valley was restricted until the year 2008 and is basically a trekking route that follows the classical Manaslu trekking route. The Tsum Valley and Manaslu area are full of mountains, passes, deep gorges, hamlets, gompas, chortens and mani walls. Most of the population around this region is Tibetan on the northern part and follows the Buddhist religion. These people have their own unique cultural beliefs and traditions. During the journey to Tsum valley, you will be welcomed by the mountain ranges such as Ganesh Himal, SringiHimal, Manaslu, Boudha Himal and so on.

To reach Tsum Valley & Manaslu, we'll be traveling from Gorkha and Arughat towards the south of Manaslu. For some days, we will be exploring the Budi Gandaki valley, lots of forests and the surrounding villages. After leaving the Manaslu trail, we follow the Tsum valley trail and as soon as we enter the valley you will truly feel like you're entering the hidden valley. Along the trail, including both Manaslu and Tsum valley, you'll pass through alpine forests, rivers, glaciers, Buddhist Gompas including the Milarepa's Cave, Rachen Gompa and Mu Gompa among others. The warm hospitality of the ethnic communities will stay with you forever.

Highlights of Manaslu & Tsum Valley Trek are:

Explore the hidden beauty of Tsum Valley
Visit monasteries, Gomba, Chorten, and Manes
Explore the culture, tradition, and lifestyles of ethnic groups
Jawdropping view of mountains
Travel around Mt. Manaslu- 8th highest mountain

LODGING LEVEL

4* Hotels

- Kathmandu: Yatri Suites & Spa

TRIP GRADE

Moderate

MEALS

Daily breakfast

ATTRACTIONS

Larke Pass

MAXIMUM ALTITUDE

5,160m/16,929ft

Day 1
Day 1
ARRIVAL IN KATHMANDU, NEPAL
Welcome to Kathmandu Nepal. Asian Heritage Treks & Travel representative welcomes you at the Airport with your name plate.

After Arrival at Nepal airport, we will transfer you to the Hotel. On the way Airport to Hotel, you will pass by the Pashupatinath Temple, Royal Palace Museum i.e. Narayanhiti, Garden of Dreams and reach Thamel.

Your hotel will be in downtown of Touristic Hub. Our representative will facilitate you and discuss your travel itinerary. There will be enough time to stroll through the street of Thamel.

Accommodation: Overnight in Yatri Suites and Spa or similar

MAXIMUM ALTITUDE

1.400m
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Day 2
Day 2
KATHMANDU TO ARUGHAT (710 M), DRIVING DURATION: 5 TO 6 HOURS

We begin our epic journey to the hidden valley by taking a direct bus to Arughat from Kathmandu. Arughat is a pleasant market along the BudhiGandaki river. On reaching Arughat, check-in to the lodge and have some rest for tomorrow.

Accommodation: Overnight in best available local lodge.
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Day 3
Day 3
ARUGHAT TO LAPUBESI (1008 M), HIKING DURATION: 4 TO 5 HOURS

From Arughat, the road has less traffic so we can either take a jeep to SotiKhola or hike through the Magar and Gurung villages which is a more scenic opportunity. Since the climate is hot in this area, you'll see a lot of rice, maize, and millet growing in the fields while we pass through the villages and farms. On reaching Arkhet, our trekking will begin as we head to Lapubesi, where we spend the night.

Accommodation: Overnight in best available local lodge.
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Day 4
Day 4
LAPUBESI TO TATOPANI (930 M), HIKING DURATION: 5 TO 6 HOURS
Continuing our walk along the river, we pass through the Machhakhola. As we move forward, we will encounter frequent ups and downs ahead. Be careful as the monkeys and langurs are sometimes spotted to throw rocks. Along the path, we encounter a Gurung village and a botanical garden as well.
After passing some ups and downs, we reach Tatopani where hot water spouts that provide a delightful evening shower can be found. These hot water spouts are beneficial from a dermatological point of view. This place is nice and peaceful and guarantees quality time.

Accommodation: Overnight in best available local lodge.
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Day 5
Day 5
TATOPNAI TO PHILIM (1590 M), HIKING DURATION: 6 TO 7 HOURS
The trail will take you across the bridge and then you will be walking through the dense Sal forest. After crossing the Budi Gandaki river, you will reach a place called Khursane. As you leave Khursane behind, the trail weaves up and down throughout your path. You will be passing through two subtropical waterfalls before you reach Labubesi, a Gurung village. From Labubesi, you will cross another suspension bridge and reach MachhaKhola village.
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Day 6
Day 6
PHILIP TO CHUMLING (2360 M), HIKING DURATION: 5 TO 6 HOURS
Your trail will be a bit difficult as it is mostly upward and narrow. After some decent walk, you will reach Tharo Khola and then to KhorlaBesi. You will walk across the hot spring. After a gradual walk, you will cross the suspension bridge over the BudhiGandaki. Followed by a climb to the beautifully crafted staircase, you will reach Dobhan. Upon crossing a suspension bridge over the YaruKhola, you will climb the stone stairs. Then it's a descend towards Tharo Bharyang. Later on, you will cross the west bank of Budhi Gandaki and finally, you will reach Jagat.

Accommodation: Overnight in best available local lodge
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Day 7
Day 7
CHUMLING TO CHHOKANG-PARO (3010 M), HIKING DURATION: 4 TO 5 HOURS
We start our day by crossing a suspension drive and cross a slip, then we ascend along the valley to the east, which offers a splendid view of Ganesh Himal before we reach Rainjam village. Later on, we cross the SerpuKhola and join the trail leading to the upper Tsum valley. After walking for some time, we'll reach the village of Chhokang-Paro.

Accommodation: Overnight in best available local lodge.
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Day 8
Day 8
CHHOKANG-PARO TO NILE (3361 M), HIKING DURATION: 4 TO 5 HOURS
Early in the morning, use your time to explore the village and you might encounter a That (wild goat). Afterwards, we travel in the east direction through some villages before we climb over a ridge to visit Milarepa's cave, a sacred cave for meditation for Buddhists. We then cross the Shiyar Khola, pass through some villages and reach an unusual round stupa before reaching the larger village of Chhule through an amazing entrance gate. As we leave Chhule villages we trek upstream to cross a bridge and ascend to Nile village to spend the night.

Accommodation: Overnight in best available local lodge.
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Day 9
Day 9
NILE TO MU GOMPA (3700 M) & EXPLORE MU GOMPA
Today you'll be exploring the Mu Gompa. After breakfast, we head up on the west bank through a narrow valley. The final climb is through the dry Tibetan countryside with rows of Chotens to each Mu Gompa. At Mu Gompa, you can explore the monastery, an ancient gompa, and Dhephu Doma nunnery. You can also climb to Kalung (3820 m) or Bhajyo (4030 m) passes to have a glimpse of Tibet from the Nepal border.

Accommodation: Overnight in best available local lodge.
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Day 1

ARRIVAL IN KATHMANDU, NEPAL

Welcome to Kathmandu Nepal. Asian Heritage Treks & Travel representative welcomes you at the Airport with your name plate.

After Arrival at Nepal airport, we will transfer you to the Hotel. On the way Airport to Hotel, you will pass by the Pashupatinath Temple, Royal Palace Museum i.e. Narayanhiti, Garden of Dreams and reach Thamel.

Your hotel will be in downtown of Touristic Hub. Our representative will facilitate you and discuss your travel itinerary. There will be enough time to stroll through the street of Thamel.

Accommodation: Overnight in Yatri Suites and Spa or similar

MAXIMUM ALTITUDE

1.400m

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