The Tsum Valley and Manaslu circuit trek is an exhilarating journey that takes you through a variety of landscapes, ranging from semi-tropical to pure alpine regions. Throughout the trek, you'll encounter numerous waterfalls, dense forests of Pine and Rhododendron, towering mountains and peaks, and thread-like suspension bridges that hang perilously over roaring rivers. The trek will also take you through high passes, monasteries, and prayer-flag-adorned settlements, where you'll be warmly welcomed by the locals and their mules and yaks, which transport essential goods to remote areas. The region is abundant with wildlife, and you may get lucky enough to spot some during the trek.
What's unique about this trail is that it is located near the Tibetan border and is influenced by the Tibetan Buddhist culture, which you'll experience firsthand by staying in local homestays and lodges and trying out traditional food such as Dal Bhat, Chapatis, and noodle soup. Although this route was only opened in 2008, it is quickly gaining popularity among trekkers and can be reached after just a 7-hour drive from Kathmandu.
Itinerary
- Day 01 Arrival at Kathmandu.
- Day 02 Kathmandu | trek preparation, Permits Procedure
- Day 03 Kathmandu to Soti Khola (710m) from Kathmandu; 7-8 hrs drive.
- Day 04 Soti Khola to Maccha Khola – 930 m / 3051 ft – 6 hrs
- Day 05 Maccha Khola to Jagat – 1340 m /4396 ft – 6 hrs
- Day 06 Jagat to Lokpa – 2240 m / 7349 ft – 5 hrs
- Day 07 Lokpa to Chumling – 2386 m / 7828 ft – 5 hrs
- Day 08 Chumling to Chhokangparo – 3031 m / 9944 ft – 6 hrs
- Day 09 Chhekamparo to Nile – 3361 m / 11026 ft – 6 hrs
- Day 10 Day Trip to Mu Gompa – 3700 m / 12139 ft – 6 hrs
- Day 11 Nile to Chhekamparo – 3031 m / 9944 ft – 5 hrs
- Day 12 Chhekamparo to Gumba Lundang – 3200 m / 10498 ft – 6 hrs
- Day 13 Day Trip to Ganesh Himal Base Camp – 3670 m / 12040 ft – 8 hrs
- Day 14 Trek from Gumba Lungdang to Lokpa 2240/7-8 hours
- Day 15 Trek from Lokpa to Ghap 2300m/7-8 hours
- Day 16 Trek from Ghap to Lho 3180m/5-6 hours
- Day 17 Trek from Lho to Samagaon 3520m/3-4 hours
- Day 18 Trek from Samagaon to Samdo 3875m/3-4 hours
- Day 19 Trek from Samdo to Dharamsala 4460m/3-4 hours
- Day 20 Trek from Dharamsala to Bimthang 3590m/7-8 hours via Larkya-La Pass 5160m
- Day 21 Trek from Bimtang to Dharapani 1860m/6-7 hours
- Day 22 Dharapani to Kathmandu 1400/8-9 hours
- Day 23 Final departure
Cost Details
- Airport/Hotel/Airport pick up and transfer by private vehicle
- Accommodation in twin bed sharing basis with breakfast Hotel in Kathmandu.
- Meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
- Lodge to lodge accommodation in lodges during the trek.
- 1 experienced helpful and friendly guide, porters (1 porter for 2 persons), their food & accommodation, bus ticket, salary, equipment and insurance.
- Manaslu Conservation Area Permit.
- Tsum Valley Restricted Area Permit.
- All transportation by private vehicle.
- All necessary permits.
- First Aid Medical Kit box.
- Office Service charges.
- All Government Tax.
- Any meals (Lunch and Dinner) in Kathmandu other than breakfast.
- Optional day tour in Kathmandu
- Travel insurance.
- International air fare to and from Nepal.
- Nepal Tourist Visa fee.
- Items and expenses of personal nature.
- Any kind of alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry, phone call, internet.
- Personal Trekking Equipment like sleeping bags, jackets (can all be hired in KTM).
- Emergency Evacuation (Helicopter Rescue).
- Any costs which arise due to a change of the itinerary, because of landslides, political disturbance, and strikes etc.
- Any other costs whatsoever, that is not mentioned in the cost included.
- Horse renting and additional porters due to natural calamities during the trek.
- Tips for guide, porters, driver...