Tsum Valley Trek

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Tsum Valley trek 10 days

We can offer the short Tsum Valley trek on a 1o days trip if you have a lack of time. the itinerary follows the lower Manaslu trail. Our trek starts from Arughat [530m/1739ft], a place about seven hours of drive from Kathmandu city. Most of the time during the initial phases of the trek, you’ll find yourself surrounded by lush forests of Rhododendrons, Pines, and Oak.

The green atmosphere inevitably elevates your mood, ultimately forcing positive vibes into your body, Thus making it the best week of your lifetime. With friends or your family, or even with newly made acquaintances, the trip proves itself unregretted and leaves no residue to grief over. Apart from the Buddhist culture, the Tsum Valley 10-day trek offers its travelers fantastic views of mountains like the Ganesh Himal Range, Sringi Himal, Buddha Himal, and Himalchuli.

The stunning views of these mountains will make your journey unforgettable. The sunrise and sunsets in the sacred mountains of a virgin place are to die for. So, if you want to take a break from your daily stressful life and enjoy some time in peace, Then, the Tsum Valley trek is perfect for you.

Tsum valley trek cost

Our full board Tsum valley trek cost for 10 days is USD 1650. We can offer the seasonal cost also September, October, November, March, April, and May are the best seasons to experience the trek. During this time, the weather is very comfortable; neither very cold nor scorching. This is the best Tsum valley trek route to get cultural values. Consequently, bringing new energy and fresh perspectives to your life. So, the Tsum Valley Trek is one of the best treks in the country. If you travel in the off-season, we have a special discount on the cost.

Packing list for the trek

The journey to Tsum valley trek  area is a long and high-altitude trek so we need to pack accordingly. The main thing to remember is you need enough warm clothing for this trek. The total luggage you can make is 15 kg for our porter per person. Porter carries 30 kg total. You can use our duffle bag if you don’t have one or if you have more luggage you can store it in a Kathmandu hotel. you need a small day pack to carry your daily usage items such as water, a camera, sun lotions, and extra layers.

• Trekking or hiking boots with good ankle support and a nice sole.
• Rucksack or duffle bag for a porter
• Good sleeping bag with -20 degrees Celsius and sleeping bag liner
• Base layers of light, wicking material (Long & Short sleeve)
• Mid-layer shirt or light fleece
• Mountain fleece/light Primaloft or down jacket
• Waterproof jacket and trousers (lightweight)
• Shorts 2 pairs for the lower part of the trek
• Trekking Socks Wool socks (bring a few pairs of varying thickness)
• Three-quarter length or full-length trekking trousers (mid-weight)
• The thermal inner base layer
• Warm gloves and hat
• Good quality sunglasses
• Sunblock and lip salve
• Sunhat, and woolen cap for the night
• Trekking poles/sticks
• 2 Drinking Water Bottle (1 liter) – the bottle will be filled each day
• Water purification tablets/iodine
• Small first aid kit e.g. plasters, paracetamol, antiseptic wipes, etc
• Extra clothes and trainers after, this is helpful while you make an evening walk from the lodge.
• Flashlight, with spare batteries
• In addition, it’s useful to have a pair of training/approaches or other comfortable shoes for walking around the city.

Some additional items

• Hand Sanitizer
• Face/Body Wipes
• Small Locks
• Portable Charger
• Biodegradable bar soap
• Face/body wipes
• Biodegradable washing liquid
• Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, floss, etc.)
• Extra passport photos and photocopies of your passport

Why trekking in Tsum Valley?

Tsum Valley trekking is the best way to explore the hidden Mountains of Nepal, You get the best opportunity to get connected to nature and also get to explore the lifestyle of the local people of this little world. This has always been quite a famous to date. It is highly rich in natural beauty and bio-diversity. One can enjoy the beautiful sceneries of mountains, rare plants, and wildlife, green, and pollution-free environments are enough to add memories to your life.

Spectacular mountain views

The mountain views are stunning and so adorable in Tsum valley trek.  You just want to look at them. The days are sunny and bright and there is no presence of clouds, so it makes it easier for you to get amazing views of the mountains.

The Tsum valley trek route is comfortable and exciting at the same time. It is surrounded by flowers and rare plants. The entire way is surrounded by fantastic sceneries and mountain views. It keeps your trek interesting and memorable.

Basic local accommodations and a variety of local food.

You can get comfortable and cozy accommodations to take a rest. Most such accommodations have a great view in them. Also, you will get to enjoy a variety of local food. You also get to enjoy the rarest flora and fauna during this Tsum valley trek.

Trekkers can get views of that amazing and rare wildlife, birds, and plant species. This is another major reason, why people go on a trek to Tsum Valley trek. It is just a peaceful place. You will be surrounded by nature in its various forms. It is the best place to have clean and fresh and not-at-all polluted water.

Waterfalls and rice terraces

There are many waterfalls along the way. You can just take a break and jump in those waterfalls. Plus they had a lot of beauty in your pictures. While you are trekking in the summer and rainy season You can enjoy the waterfalls. You can chill and relax in these so beautiful waterfalls and forget any kind of stress.

Some attractions along the Tsum Valley trek

Shiar Lookout

The line of Shiaar Gorge Lookout overlooks the spectacular Ngak cliffs. which is at the bottom of the gorge flows the roaring Budhi Gandaki. The lookout is an hour’s walk from the junction of the trail leading to Manaslu.

Lokpa

This is the first village on our Tsum valley trek when we enter during our journey. Before the construction of the Philim-Chhekampar trail, the path to Chhekampar used to pass over the mountains through the village of Anga Sejong. Some settlements have emerged along with parts of this trail. The people here are mostly farmers and grow potatoes, Gucchi mushrooms, and soya beans.

Sardi Gorge

The small two streams of the Sardi Khola and Shiar Khola meet about 200m downstream from a wooden bridge. The alder-covered banks of the river provide peaceful noon resting place or overnight campsite under overhang cliffs.

When we cross the bridge, the trail starts ascending to the Sardi Danda. Sardi DandaThe old trail to Sardi Danda ascends through dense forest with many varieties of rhododendron. We can also get the best view from here which is the Thieastern views of the Sringi Himal range.

Ghumlung

This is the forest name and here we can find the old trail meets the new trail. Afterward, we will trek to the Chumchet village, Chyata Khola, and Ripchet, a settlement of about 50 households. Along the trail, we can get spectacular views of Baudha Himal (to the west) and Ganesh Himal (to the east).

Lungbhu

This small place of Lungbhu lies at the base of a vertical cliff along the Dhamja Khola in Tsum valley trek. If you are planning camping here this is the best place which is scenic and wide open.

Accommodation

Accommodation during the Tsum valley trek is a basic lodge/ tea house trek. If we compare the tea house in Everest and Annapurna regions it is much more basic here. You will sleep in a basic room with a bed, mattress, bed cover, and pillow. You need your sleeping bag and better to have a sleeping bag liner also.

The facilities are quite basic at the lodge. In some places, there is no electricity but they have solar power in the dining room. You can charge your battery for cell phones and cameras at an extra cost.

Health and Fitness

The main things to do on the Tsum valley trek in Nepal need your positive thinking and you need to be able to walk 5/6 hours on the rocky trail. You can be fit for the trek before you arrive here by doing small exercises in your home country. The more stamina you built up is easier it is to trek in this region.

To boost your stamina you can do running, cycling, Zumba, or some yoga practices. You will be walking 5 to 7 hours a day so be prepared for your legs. The best exercise you can do in-home is squats and lunges.

Trekking Dates: You can do this Tsum valley trek on any date. The best time for Tsum valley trek is from  Feb, March, April, May, June, Sept, Oct, November, and December for a group of 2 to 12 people. the rainy season is not that good for the trek as the views are not great and sometimes landslides can happen.

Your trekking luggage: You will have 1 porter for 2 trekkers basis to carry your luggage. the maximum weight per trekker is 15 kg as we never overload our porters. however, you only carry your valuables in your backpack., including your sleeping bag, and down jacket; other items not required on a trek can be stored in our office or your hotel in Kathmandu or Pokhara.

Equipment Renting and Buying: We advise you to bring all of your clothing and gear from home, however, in Kathmandu, there are many shops to buy and rent trek-related equipment. We advise you to bring all of your clothing and gear from home, however, in Kathmandu, there are many shops to buy and rent trek-related equipment.

Manaslu Tsum valley trek

For an extension, you can combine the Manaslu Trek with Tsum Valley Trek so that you have ample days to enjoy your holidays further and explore additional spots that change your perspective beyond your daily life limits. Also known as Manaslu Circuit Trek, this route takes 2 weeks of your life and adds a noble experience to your timeline for lifelong.

People have never regretted getting into the Manaslu region, but in fact, have asked for another trek around even more beautiful places that exist in the country. This trekking package of ours is completely organized and has been well–planned.

Booking the trip is just a click away, and there is nothing that you should be worrying about thereafter discover the unique lifestyle in Nepal inspired by the Tibetan Buddhists in the deepest valleys of the country where cultures are still well–preserved.

The Tsum Valley Trek takes to some of the most isolated places in the country and through remote settlements meant for relaxation purposes. As you get into the community, you’ll find everything else and yourself with a completely different experience.

The ambiance seems out of the world, unlike any place on Earth. There are a thousand reasons why the Tsum Valley Trek has been one of the most alluring trekking packages in the country. Nepal is rich in all kinds of natural beauty. From lush vegetation forests to rough rocky trails, developing crowded cities to isolated settlements, rain shadow areas to the land of snow and ice, everything is a part of the country that makes its visitors delighted to have the options.

Tsum Valley is the best trek in the Manaslu region

The Tsum Valley trek  is situated in the Manaslu region, high up near the Tibetan border, the whole area has a definite Tibetan Buddhist feel to it and is quite different from the surrounding countryside. The Tsum Valley trek  was a restricted area until 2008, Tsum Valley is relatively un-trekked by hikers, yet the starting point is only a 7-hour drive from Kathmandu.

Most of the days have trekked at altitudes over 3,000m. This is a moderate-grade difficulty trek With the altitude and walking days stretching from 5 to 7 hours, a fairly good level of fitness is required for this Tsum valley trek.

We will trek through pine forests, along raging rivers with cascading waterfalls and incredible suspension bridges. It gives us immense pleasure trekking through fascinating villages and to several gompas, monasteries, mani walls, and stupas, not to mention Milarepa’s Cave. Enjoy the best view of Mount Himalchuli (7,893m), Ganesh Himal (7,140m), Manaslu (8,163m), Churke Himal, and the Poshyop Glacier.

If you are fascinated by Tibetan culture as well as the mountains, Tsum Valley trek offers them the opportunity to witness Tibetan Buddhist people in their villages. There are monks and nuns in their respective religious orders and spectacular views of the Himalayas in an almost pilgrimage trek into this hidden valley. We can arrange the Tsum Valley trek separately or can do Tsum Valley with the Manaslu trek if you are having more time.

Trek Permit

You will also have to have a special permit for this Tsum valley trek. And it costs USD 40 for all foreigners and SAARC members. It is also free for internal tourists.

However, this cost might change in some months. Also, there might be fluctuations in certain seasons. So, if you need the price on an exact day. Please do contact us and we will provide you with the information as soon as possible.

However, the general average cost of the Manaslu Trekking permits costs around USD 30 to USD 35 daily. It covers your food, accommodations, and travel costs. If you want to know any major details, please do let us know, so that we can customize it for you and provide you with the most affordable cost.

Why Trekking in Tsum Valley?

Tsum Valley trek  is a new trekking route with fewer tourists and a more culturally rewarded trek. It has only a few trekkers on the trail. The trek starts and the endpoint is Soti Khola, an Eight hours drive from Kathmandu. The starting part of the trek ascends the Budhi Gandaki Valley on good paths through a mix of dense forest, terraced fields, and hill villages. While we will meet the main Manaslu Trail for the Tsum Valley, We will start entering truly into the hidden valley.

During the walking , We will pass through the alpine forests, and glacial rivers, and enjoy the warm hospitality of ethnic people. On our Tsum Valley itinerary, we will walk in the lower Buri Gandaki regions of Liding, Machhakhola, Jagat, and Philim. We can visit different ancient Gombas of the region such as Rachen Gompa, Mu Gompa, and Dephyudonma Gompa.

Walking through the off-the-beaten-path of the Manaslu region to get a deeper insight into the less explored Tsum Valley.
visit different Chortens, monasteries, and Gompas which reflect the direct influence of Tibetan Buddhism. Enjoy the best panoramic views of Hiunchuli, Ganesh Himal, Manaslu, Churke Himal, and the Poshyop glacier. Passing through the cascading rivers, waterfalls, and many suspension bridges. Encounter with the locals of the region, lamas, and know about their unique way of life.

The religion of Tsum Valley

The Tsum Valley trek  is a Buddhist village that has a long history of Buddhism. People believe the Th Buddhist saint Milarepa did a meditation in the caves of these mountains. The valley was called ‘Tsum Tso Chuksum’, which means thirteen provinces ruled as a single territory.

We can also visit these ancient remains of the Tsum Kingdom now. As this is a remote part of the country and not easily accessible. As the development and other facilities are just starting here, As a result, They can still have a unique culture and lifestyle not touched by Western influence.

Climate

The Tsum Valley trek has four distinct climatic zones: sub-tropical (between 1000m and 2000m), cool temperate (between 2000m and 3000m), sub-alpine (between 3000m and 4000m), and alpine (above 4500m). So we can get a big difference in the Temperatures between these zones. Winters are very cold from December to February.

The temperatures in the upper subalpine, and alpine regions drop below freezing and snowfall occurs for up to six months. While the down part of the trekking trails sub-tropical and cool temperate regions are quite warm. Summers are hot in the lower regions, with daytime temperatures between 22°C and 34°C.

However, summer temperatures in the sub-alpine and alpine regions rarely go above 10°C. The monsoon is starting in June and stays until the last week of September. The rest of the year Tsum Valley trek areas are mostly dry. The average rainfall is around 1900mm per annum. It has more rain in the southern part of the valley and is generally wetter than in the upper[part of the valley. Clear skies from October to December and April to June provide magnificent views of the surrounding mountains.

Tsum Valley Trek Route Map

While you are on the trail of Tsum Valley trek  having a good trekking map is essential. Manaslu Tsum Valley is a spectacular remote trek in Nepal. The Manaslu Tsum Valley trek map provides detailed information and major things insight and clear pictures of the mountains. You can buy a different map for this trek most popular one is the map of The Himalayan Map House, Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek map, which can be purchased in Kathmandu, Pokhara, or online.

The Tsum valley trek trail map route follows the banks of the Budhi Gandaki, spectacularly tracking back and forth across the river through spidery suspension bridges to the Tsum Valley threshold. For the longer-time itinerary, we can add the route map of the Nar Phu Valley Trek or Annapurna Circuit Trek. Enjoy the best route in the Western part of Nepal in a beautiful hidden valley nestled in Nepal’s western Himalayas. Tsum Valley was opened for tourists only in 2008.

Best Time for Tsum Valley Trek

Weather and temperature are the most important factors to take into consideration for the best season trekking in Nepal. March to May and September to November is the busiest season for the Tsum Valley trek. Heavy snowfall in the winter season from December until February closed the lodge at Mu Gumpa, From June to August is the rainy season. We do not recommend trekking in the winter and rainy seasons to anyone.

March to May – Spring

This is the best time of the season to trek in the Tsum Valley Trek. The weather is very favorable throughout the trek. Stunning views of Mt. Manaslu and glaciers will be seen. From Mid-March temperatures start increasing to hot and with clear skies, snow mountains will be seen at their best.

In April & May, the low land starts getting hot, and high in the mountain is neither cold nor hot in the daytime. Nighttime is comparatively colder than daytime. this is the main season for an expedition in Nepal and for Mount Manaslu. On the journey, the rhododendron flowers will be blooming at their best with a variety of colors.

September to November – Autumn

This is also one of the perfect seasons for the Tsum Valley trek. This season is the main trekking season in Nepal due to the favorable weather. When the monsoon slowly ends, a perfect trekking climate sets itself. The temperature goes up to 20 degrees in the daytime and falls to 5 degrees during the nighttime.

During this time of the year, we can enjoy the clear sky and an amazing view of the mountains on our Tsum valley trek. It is highly recommended as it’s the best time for the Tsum Valley trek, usually between mid-September and to end. This is the festival season also in Nepal as the main festival of Nepal Dashain and Tihar lies in October and November.

As winter slowly begins, snowfalls begin in the Manaslu region and it is eventually tough to trek. Nights will start to get colder. Until November the trail is busy it is the clearest month with sparkling days. The daytime temperatures are warm and stable. In mostly early morning we can get a view of the clear blue sky and the mountain is phenomenal. Colder in the mountain started in December, the temperature starts to get cold, and begins to snow.

We can still get the best view in December and it is a good time for the trek and great for Christmas and New Year’s break in Tsum valley trek.  January and February are really cold and need to think about a higher-altitude trek. As the weather is very cold and snowing, some high pass trails can be blocked. It is always hard to predict mountain weather and the temperature may change quickly from day to night.