Manaslu-Tsum Valley trek

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Wonderful trek experience, my favorite part was the Tsum Valley extension - walking through the pine forest, with rhododendrons in bloom and surrounded by birdsong, was lovely, particularly with the reduced levels of donkey traffic relative to the main route! Crossing the Larkya La in perfect weather made for a stunning climax to the trip.

Harry Ingleby | Traveled in April

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19 daysDuration

Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining

10 peopleMaximum group size

2 peopleMinimum to book

5 - 79 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

5100mHighest point reached

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Kathmandu, Nepal

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Highlights

Spectacular views of Ganesh and Mt Manaslu, the world's eight highest mountain

Refreshing bath in a natural hot spring.

Local life and Culture, 1905m in Lhokpa to over 5093m at Ngula Dhojhyang pass.

The day of crossing the Larke pass with its 5100 meters

Itinerary

Step into Nepal’s best-kept secret with the Manaslu-Tsum Valley trek, a 25-day odyssey for young adults and experienced travelers craving exclusivity and cultural depth. Begin in Kathmandu and travel through an astonishing range of landscapes, from lush valleys to the formidable heights of Larke Pass (5,100m).

Explore the mystical Tsum Valley, where legends of the Abominable Snowman linger and vibrant Buddhist culture thrives. Highlights include visits to sacred monasteries, a natural hot spring in Tatopani, and meetings with a Buddhist Lama for ceremonies and meditation. The valley is a haven for wildlife, protected by Buddhist prohibitions on hunting.

The trek’s unique selling point is its rare combination of untouched wilderness, spiritual immersion, and genuine hospitality, making it the absolute highlight of Nepal for those seeking a profoundly meaningful trekking experience in a restricted area.

day 1Drive Kathmandu to Machhakhola (930m)

Drive Kathmandu to Machhakhola (930m)

Meals

Lunch, Dinner

day 2Trek from Macha Khola to Jagat(1340m)

day 3Trek from Jagat to Lokpa (2,240m)

day 4Trek from Lokpa to Dumje (2,460m)

day 5Trek from Dumje to Nile- Chule (3,361m)

day 6Trek from Nile- Chule to Mu Gompa (3,710m)

day 7Exploration and Acclimatization at Mu Gompa

day 8Trek from Mu Gompa to Rachen Gompa (3,240m)

day 9Trek from Rachen Gompa to Chumling (2385m)

day 10Trek from Chumling to Deng (1860m)

day 11Trek from Deng to Namrung (2630m)

day 12Trek from Namrung to Lho (3180m)

day 13Trek from Lho to Samagaun (3500m

day 14Acclimatization at Samagaun

day 15Trek from Samagaon to Samdo(3860m)

day 16Trek from Samagaon to Dharamsala (4480m)

day 17Cross the Larke pass (5213m) trek down to Bimtang (3720

day 18Trek from Bintang to Dharapani(2300m)

day 19Drive from Dharapani to Kathmandu by private Jeep.

What's Included

Three meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during the trek.

Tea house (Lodge) accommodation during the trek.

A highly experience, helpful, knowledgeable, friendly, English speaking well trained, Government license holder guide with all his salary, food, drinks, accommodation, transport and insurance.

Strong, helpful porters with proper safety equipment and walking equipment his salary, foods, accommodation and insurance (one porter for two people).

ACAP, MCAPand Manaslu and Tusm valley restricted area permit.

Private Jeep Kathmandu- Machhakhola and back to Kathmandu from Dharapani.

First aid kit.

Use of sleeping bag, down Jacket and walking Poles (if you don’t have your own, To be return after trip completed). Using these 3 items you pay $10 USD each as maintenance and washing charge.

Government taxes and official expenses.

Worst case, arrangement of Emergency Helicopter service, if needed (paid by your Travel insurance).

Nepal Eco Adventure T-shirt and cap.

Manaslu- Tusm valley trekking map.

Oxymeter to check your pulse and oxygen saturation and heart rate twice daily (Very useful to check Altitude Mountain Sickness(AMS) symptoms).

Assistant guide group size above 6+ person.

Optional Add-ons Available during check-out

What's Excluded

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Itinerary

day 1Drive Kathmandu to Machhakhola (930m)