16 days tour

Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek 16 Days

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Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek 16 Days

This tour includes:

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Manaslu special permit to travel within the Conservation Area and Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) fees Water purification tablets for safe drinking water Snacks (cookies) and Seasonal fresh fruits every day All government, local taxes, and official expenses Assistance in arranging rescue operations in case of complicated health conditions such as altitude sickness (funded by travel insurance) Souvenir - Sherpa Trekking & Expeditions t-shirt Tsum Valley trek special Permit Use of sleeping bag, down jacket, duffel bag, and walking poles (if you donโ€™t have your own, to be returned after the trip is completed). Sherpa Expedition and Trekkingโ€™s certificate of appreciation & completion after the successful trek

Meals

All standard meals (lunch, dinners & breakfast) during the trek.

Accommodation

Best possible teahouses, lodge accommodation (generally twin share rooms)- during the trek

Transport

Transportation from Kathmandu to Machhakhola and from Besisahar to Kathmandu via public bus. Transportation from Dharapani to Besisahar by Sharing Jeep

Guide

Government licensed holder English speaking trek leader (10 or more trekkers an assistant guide)

Not included:

Insurance

Personal travel insurance

Flights

International Flight fare

Optional

Strong experienced Sherpa helpers [porters] with meals, accommodation, salary, and insurance

Others

Nepal Entry Visa Fees for multiple Entries on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport- (15 days - $25-30, 30 days- $40-50 and 90 days- $100-110) Extra nightโ€™s accommodation in Kathmandu due to early arrival or late departure or early return from the trek. Personal expense (shopping, snacks, thermos, hot and cold drinks, hot shower, alcohol, Wi-Fi, telephone calls, battery re-charge fee & extra porters if required Personal clothing and gear Travel insurance which has to cover emergency high-altitude rescue and evacuation (compulsory) Tips for guide and porters (recommended in our culture โ€“ and well deserved too!) Additional costs or delays caused by events beyond our control, for example, landslides, severe weather conditions, itinerary modification due to safety concerns, illness, change of government policies & strikes. All the costs and expenses which are not listed in "costs include" will be counted as exclusions.

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Itinerary of your trip Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek 16 Days

  • Day 1 Drive From Kathmandu To Machhakhola (870M) Duration 7-8 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Drive From Kathmandu To Machhakhola (870M) Duration 7-8 Hours.

      Today we drive from Kathmandu to Soti Khola driving through Dhading Beshi and Arughat. The road deteriorates and is quite rough and bumpy from Dhading to Arughat. This afternoon we follow a trail through the woods heading upriver along the banks of the Budhi Gandaki River and then across the mountains from where we have frequent views down to the river far below. Tonight we will stay at a guesthouse at Machha Khola.

  • Day 2 Trek From Machhakhola To Jagat (1340M) Duration 6-7 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Trek From Machhakhola To Jagat (1340M) Duration 6-7 Hours.

      Today we cross the Machha Khola River and pass Khorlabesi (920m) before arriving at Tatopani, famous for its therapeutic hot springs. The trail then passes through a forested area as we make our way to the Dovan Khola (river) and to the Budhi Gandaki Valley. As we head higher you will notice a change in the vegetation right up until we arrive at Jagat Village where we will stay at a guesthouse overnight.

  • Day 3 Trek From Jagat To Lokpa (2,390M) Duration 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Trek From Jagat To Lokpa (2,390M) Duration 5-6 Hours.

      Today we head off on a 6-hour trek, first reaching Salleri where we have magnificent views of Mount Sringi before descending to Sirdibas, a traditional Buddhist village. The trail continues until we reach Lokpa Village, just north of Philim and then go through Ekle Bhatti and climb to a ridge along a trail through a pine forest. We come to a junction where we take the trail heading to Tsum Valley. We stay the night at Lokpa.

  • Day 4 Trek From Lokpa To Chumling (Called Lower Tsum) (2,390M) Duration 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Trek From Lokpa To Chumling (Called Lower Tsum) (2,390M) Duration 5-6 Hours.

      Today we have a 5-hour trek ahead of us to Tsum Valley. The first sights of Tsum Valley appear as we head down to along with mountain Chumling Village. We then climb up to Ripchet and a short time later reach the authentic Buddhist village of Chumling, well known for its ancient monastery, traditional Tibetan style houses, prayer flags, mani walls, and its stone-paved streets. We stay here overnight.

  • Day 5 Trek From Chumling To Chokhangparo - Upper Tsum Valley (3,010M) Duration 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Trek From Chumling To Chokhangparo - Upper Tsum Valley (3,010M) Duration 5-6 Hours.

      Today we start our 5-hour trek by crossing a suspension bridge where we have amazing views of the Ganesh Himal. The trail continues and takes us past Rainjam and across Seru Khola before arriving at Gho Village. After a total of 5 to 6 hours trekking, we reach Chokhangparo Village from where we have views of Himalchuli (7893m) and Ganesh Himal (7140m). We stay here tonight. Breakfast, lunch & dinner included.

  • Day 6 Trek From Chokhangparo To Nile/Mu Gompa (3,361M) Duration 6-7 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Trek From Chokhangparo To Nile/Mu Gompa (3,361M) Duration 6-7 Hours.

      Todayโ€™s trek of 6 to 7 hours follows the trail to Rachen Gompa and to the Shir Khola (river). After leaving the river we pass by Phurbe and Pangdun villages before arriving at Nile where we stay the night. Mu Gompa is the largest monastery in the region and the highest point in the Tsum Valley. Breakfast, lunch & dinner included.

  • Day 7 Trek From Mu Gompa To Chokhangparo (3010M) Duration 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Trek From Mu Gompa To Chokhangparo (3010M) Duration 5-6 Hours.

      From Gompa, the descent begins. We descend to Rachen Gompa, then Chhule and reach Phurbe. Rachen Gompa lies in the border area of Nepal and Tibet, and it sits surrounded by humongous mountains. But the destination for this day takes you through a forested area and finally at Chhokangparo.

  • Day 8 Trek From Chhokangparo To Chumling (2386M) Duration 6-7 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Trek From Chhokangparo To Chumling (2386M) Duration 6-7 Hours.

      After breakfast, we descent from Chhokung Paro continues as we reach Gho. You will be crossing a suspension bridge near Gho and hiking forward to reach Rainjam Village. We leave Rainjam village, descend to Tsum Valley and finally reach Chumling - our destination for the day.

  • Day 9 Trek From Chumling To Deng (1,860M) Duration 6-7 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Trek From Chumling To Deng (1,860M) Duration 6-7 Hours.

      Today we have a 6 to 7-hour trek ahead of us as we descend from Chumling to Lokpa after first crossing a suspension bridge. The trail follows a rocky ridge where we have a great view of Sringi Himal. We then pass through Ghatta Khola passing by farms growing maize, millet, potatoes, and vegetables. As we continue we follow the trail along the bank of the Budhi Gandaki passing through a bamboo forest before coming to the Deng River. Tonight we stay at Deng next to the river.

  • Day 10 Trek From Deng To Namrung (2630M) Duration 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Trek From Deng To Namrung (2630M) Duration 5-6 Hours.

      Today we initially have a steep climb and then have to head back down to the Budi Gandaki River. The trail heads through the valley and past several small settlements. As we get nearer to Namrung you will see Mani stones (stones with carved with Tibetan mantras) a reminder that we are venturing into territory occupied by Tibetan Buddhists. In the afternoon we will take a short and interesting detour to Prok village (2 hour round trip) and then follow the trail to Namrung for our overnight stay at a guesthouse.

  • Day 11 Trek From Namrung To Samagaon, (3,530M) Duration 6-7 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Trek From Namrung To Samagaon, (3,530M) Duration 6-7 Hours.

      We is like stepping back in time today as we walk between the Mani stone walls of Lho Village, a place where there are few signs of modernity. From Lho we can see the snow capped peak of Ngadi Chuli (7871m aka Peak 29). Another short detour takes us up to the Pungen Glacier from where we have stunning close-up view of Mt. Manaslu. We will stay overnight at a guesthouse in Samagaun.

  • Day 12 Acclimatization Day At Samagaun
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Acclimatization Day At Samagaun

      This morning we cross several rivers before coming to Larkya Bazaar, a village that survives as a trading post for traders heading down from Tibet. From here we climb up a steep trail until we come to Dharamsala where we will stay overnight in a guesthouse.

  • Day 13 Trek From Samagaon To To To Dharamsala (4,460M) Duration 4-5 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Trek From Samagaon To To To Dharamsala (4,460M) Duration 4-5 Hours.

      This morning we cross several rivers before coming to Larkya Bazaar, a village that survives as a trading post for traders heading down from Tibet. From here we climb up a steep trail until we come to Dharamsala where we will stay overnight in a guesthouse.

  • Day 14 Trek To Bimtang (3,720M) Via Larkya La Pass (5,106M) Duration 8-9 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Trek To Bimtang (3,720M) Via Larkya La Pass (5,106M) Duration 8-9 Hours.

      We have a tough day ahead of us as we take the trail via Larkya La Pass (5106m/17,121 ft) to Bhimthang. We first have to climb to Cho Chanda and then up to the steep snow covered pass. The views of many surrounding peaks are truly exceptional from this high altitude vantage point. The Himalayan mountains of Himlung Himal (7126m), Cheo Himal (6820m), Gyaji Kung (7030m), Kang Koru (698m) and Annapurna II (7937m) are clearly observable from the pass. We then descend a steep trail and trek across moraines until we come to Bhimthang Village where we will stay at a guesthouse overnight.

  • Day 15 Trek From Bhimthang To Dharapani (1,900M) Duration 6-7 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Trek From Bhimthang To Dharapani (1,900M) Duration 6-7 Hours.

      Today we descend from high pasture land and then cross the Dudh Khola (river) on a suspension bridge. Along the trail we head through rhododendron (flowering in spring) and oak forests. After trekking for 6 to 7 hours we come to Dharapani in the Annapurna region. This is also a common gateway to the Annapurna circuit trek. If you are thinking of extending your trek, then we can head along the Annapurna trail. Tonight we stay at a guesthouse in Dharapani

  • Day 16 Drive To Kathmandu From Dharapani Duration 8-9 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Drive To Kathmandu From Dharapani Duration 8-9 Hours.

      This is our final day on the trail of our Manaslu Circuit trek. Across the river, we will take a local jeep to Besisahar and then a bus back to Kathmandu where you will be taken back to your hotels.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 10 / Max: 90

Age range allowed for this experience.

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