Tsum Valley Trek

Located north to Manaslu trail, Tsum valley trek was first opened as trekking region at the request of local in 2008. It lies at Himalayan border of Nepal and is believed to be one of most scheduled region of Himalaya in Nepal. Very little has changed and you will be amazed to encounter the lifestyle of bygone era.

Trekking to Tsum valley takes you to into the vicinity of gigantic mountain rage of Ganesh Himal, Siringi Himal and Boudha Himal range. The valley once used to be the part of Tibet looks completely different to what you find elsewhere in Nepal. People of Tsum valley belongs from Tibetan origin where people still practice traditional culture and ritual and speaks ancient dialect. It used to be an important trade link with Tibet.

Tsum Valley Trek is relatively less-beaten and remote trail comparison to other trail in Nepal. Tsumbas have their own family life, which may sound quite interesting and surprising for others. All the brother in the family marry single, which is called polyandry system in Nepal. 

Tsum Valley Trek comprises frequent uphill and downhill walking; making it fairly demanding trek- good fitness is required. The unique architecture of chortens, clustered stone houses and religious centers with gigantic mountain range of Ganesh and Baudha Himal are the major highlights of the trek. The Rachen and Gumba Lungdang Nunneries of the valley welcomes visitors where you stay overnight and attend evening puja.

Day01: Arrival at Kathmandu (1,300m) and transfer to the hotel

Day02: Sightseeing of Kathmandu valley including UNSECO designated world heritage site and preparation for the trek

Day03: Kathmandu – Arughat (670m) – Soti Khola (710m) – 8/9 hour drive

Day04: Soti Khola – Machha Khola (890m/6-7 hours trek)

Day05: Machha Khola – Dobhan (1,000m/6-7 hours trek)

Day06: Dhoban – Philim (1,590m/6-7 hours trek)

Day07: Philim – Chumling (2,360m/6-7 hours trek)

Day08: Chumling – Chhekampar (3,010m/5-6 hours trek)

Day09: Chhekampar – Nile (3,480m/4-5 hours trek)

Day10: Exploration day: Nile – Mu Gompa (3,709 m) – Chhekampar (3,010m) – 6/7 hours trek

Day11: Chhekampar – Gumba Lungdang (3,200m/5-6 hours trek)

Day12: Gumba Lungdang – Ripchet (2,470m) – Lokpa (2,240m/7-8 hours trek)

Day13: Lokpa – Sirdibas (1,430m/5-6 hours trek)

Day14: Sirdibas – Khorlabesi (970m/5-6 hours trek)

Day15: Khorlabesi – Soti Khola (710m/5-6 hours trek)

Day16: Soto Khola- Arughat – Kathmandu (1,300m/8-9 hour drive)

Day17: Transfer to airport for final departure

Cost Includes

• All domestic flights (Kathmandu – Pokhara / Pokhara – Kathmandu)
• Accommodation at Kathmandu and Pokhara on B & B basis
• City tour by private transportation
• All ground transportations as per itinerary
• All necessary paper works and permit (Annapurna Conservation Area Permits (ACAP) and TIMS)
• An experienced and government registered guides and local porters
• Guide and porter: salary, insurance, transportation, accommodation and food
• All meals during the trek
• Supplementary snacks (cookies, energy bars and fresh fruits)
• Pokhara – Kathmandu by tourist bus
• Medical kits
• All local and government taxes

Cost Excludes 

• City entrance fee at Kathmandu
• Tour guide
• Hot shower during trek
• Boiled water
• Personal nature expenses: alcoholic beverages, laundry, telephone bills and more
• Tipping for guides and porters (not compulsory but expected)
• Travel insurance and emergency evacuation
• Nepal entry visa fee
• International flights