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  • Duration17 Days
  • Difficulty LevelModerate
  • Max Altitude42,00 M (13,780ft)

Tsum Valley Trekking is an amazing trek in the unspoiled region of the Tsum valley, near the Manaslu region. The journey takes the trekkers in the rural mystic region of northwest Nepal. Tsum Valley has diverse features, that comes from the Tibetan word Tsombo. This trekking is highly rewarded with the Tibetan style Buddhist lifestyle, and during the trek, our guests can explore several monasteries, chortens and mani walls. Buddhist devotees like to visit this place because Buddhist saint Milarepa is believed to have meditated in this valley.

The Tsum valley is beautifully surrounded by the Himalayan region. They are the Boudha Himal (6672m), Himalchuli (7893m), Ganesh Himal (7422m) and Sringi Himal (71). This hidden valley at the same time is significant for preserving ancient monasteries and virtual Buddhist customs. One of the distinct beliefs of the villagers is that they believe in the existence of Yeti the snowman and some of the old people report that they have seen it. The trek to Tsum valley begins from the Soti Khola and heads along the trail of the Manaslu Circuit Trekking. It crosses many ethnic villages as Jagat, Philip, Mu Gompa, Dumje, Tatopani, and others. There is a natural hot spring in the Tatopani village. It is a wonderful reward in the Tsum Valley trekking trip, which is also a cure for several skin diseases. The trail is rugged and it goes through the lush forests of oak, rhododendron, and pines. This trail was restricted for foreigners for a long time and opened lately. The well preserved and sacred Tsum Valley is a great destination in Nepal.

If you are looking for a short Tsum Valley then we arrange lower Tsum valley Trek, check the outline trip plan. Short Tsum Valley Trek

What makes this tour very interesting

  • World Heritage sites visit in Kathmandu.
  • Ancient traditional Tibetan village and houses.
  • Ancient Monasteries, Gompa.
  • Amazing river valley with stone staircases.
  • Gorge with waterfalls and rainbows.
  • The Stunning Himalayas, Typical lifestyle, food, and People.
Rugged Trails Nepal

Short Tsum Valley Trek

Culturally, historically,  and naturally beautiful Tsum valley is situated in northern Gorkha District. Very few people have been on this trek route and also called off the beaten path of Nepal. To learn Tibetan Buddhism and to explore the Oldest Buddhist Monastery Tsum Valley is one ...

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Itinerary

  • Day: 1
    Arrival in Kathmandu, Nepal.

    Upon your arrival at the Kathmandu airport, you will be greeted by a representative from Rugged Trails Nepal who will take to your hotel. Welcome drinks upon arrival at the hotel, free time until 6 pm. Evening welcome dinner in a traditional Nepali Restaurant with authentic Nepali cuisine and cultural program.Overnight in Kathmandu Hotel. If you arrive late at night then your dinner will be on the next day.

    • Hotel
    • NA
    • Dinner
    • 1300 M
    • Kathmandu
  • Day: 2
    Kathmandu valley sightseeing.

    After breakfast proceeds our short guided sightseeing tour at the Swayambhunath Temple. After the Swayambhunath temple, we will visit another UNESCO World Heritage sites Patan Durbar Square, and Buddhist shrine (Bouddhanath), which is also one of the largest stupas in the world.

    After sightseeing drives back to the hotel and briefing of our rest of trip plan. At the same time if you have to buy any trekking gears or things for the rest of the days Guide will help take you to the trekking equipment store in Thamel.

    Today we will arrange the special trek permits and Manaslu Conservation permits. It takes one working day to prepare the permits.

    • Hotel
    • 2-3 Hour Walk
    • Breakfast
    • 1350 M
    • Kathmandu
  • Day: 3
    Kathandu to Aarughat (670 m) trek to Soti Khola.

    Our Guide will come to your hotel in the morning and a scenic drive through local villages, towns, rivers. We will stay at Soti Khola and start walking the next day.

    • Lodge
    • 8-9 Hour Drive
    • Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
    • 710 M
    • Soti Khola
  • Day: 4
    Sotikhola Trek to Tatopani.
    • Lodge
    • 6 Hour Walk
    • Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
    • 900 M
    • Tatopani
  • Day: 5
    Tatopani Trek to Philim.


    • Lodge
    • 7 Hour Walk
    • Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
    • 1570 M
    • Philim
  • Day: 6
    Philim Trek to Chumling.


    • Lodge
    • 7 Hour Walk
    • Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
    • 2386 M
    • Chumling
  • Day: 7
    Chumling Trek to Chokhang Paro.


    • Lodge
    • 5-6 Hour Walk
    • Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
    • 3031 M
    • Chokhang Paro
  • Day: 8
    Chokang Paro Trek to Nile.
    • Lodge
    • 5-6 Hour Walk
    • Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
    • 3361 M
    • Nile`
  • Day: 9
    Visit Mu Gompa 3,700 M (12,140 ft) Trek back to Chhokang Paro via Nile.
    • Lodge
    • 6-7 Hour Walk
    • Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
    • 3361 M
    • Nile
  • Day: 10
    Chhokang Paro Trek to Gumba Lungdang.


    • Lodge
    • 5-6 Hour Walk
    • Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
    • 3200 M
    • Gumba Lungdang
  • Day: 11
    Visit Ganesh Himal Base Camp 42,00 M (13,780ft) and back to Gumba Lungdang.
    • Lodge
    • 7-8 Hour Walk
    • Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
    • 3200 M
    • Gumba Lungdang
  • Day: 12
    Gumba Lungdang Trek to Lokpa via Ripchet 2,470 M (7,348 ft)


    • Lodge
    • 7-8 Hour Walk
    • Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
    • 2240 M
    • Ripchet
  • Day: 13
    Lokpa Trek to Sirdibas.


    • Lodge
    • 5-6 Hour Walk
    • Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
    • 1420 M
    • Sirdibas
  • Day: 14
    Sirdibas Trek to Tatopani.
    • Lodge
    • 6 Hour Walk
    • Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
    • 900 M
    • Tatopani
  • Day: 15
    Tatopani Trek to Soti Khola.


    • Lodge
    • 6-7 Hour Walk
    • Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
    • 710 M
    • Soti Khola
  • Day: 16
    Soti Khola drive back to Kathmandu.

    Here we are saying bye-bye to the Manaslu Conservation and Tsum Valley Trek after our breakfast. A scenic drive back to Kathmandu, check-in hotel in Kathmandu. Evening Farewell dinner with Rugged Trails Nepal team and it's provided by the company.

    • Hotel
    • 8-9 Hour Drive
    • Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
    • 1300 M
    • Kathmandu
  • Day: 17
    Final Departure.

    Transferred to the international airport on your flight schedule and if some have extra days in Nepal they will continue with other activities. If any help is needed for further plans feel free to contact Rugged Trails Nepal team.

    • NA
    • NA
    • Breakfast
    • NA
    • NA

What's Included

  • Full Board (breakfast, lunch, and Dinner) in Trekking
  • Accommodation during the trek (local lodge).
  • The government registered English speaking local expert guides, porters.
  • Manaslu / Tsum valley Permits.
  • Special trekking permit.
  • Accommodation at standard hotel in Kathmandu on twin sharing with breakfast.
  • Guided Tour in the city with an expert tour guide.
  • Welcome and farewell dinner in the city
  • Equipment clothing for porter & staff.
  • Insurance for all staff & porters.
  • Private transportation to and from the starting and ending points of the trek
  • First Aid Kit for Tsum Valley Trek
  • Tsum Valley Trekking Map for Each Member
  • Salary, allowances, expenses & insurance for all staff including porters

What’s Excluded

  •  Nepal visa - Multiple Entrée 30 days - USD 40
  • Lunch & dinner during hotel stay in Kathmandu
  • Extra baggage charges
  • Personal gears & clothing (available on hire)
  • Table drinks, snacks while walking
  • Personal Travel insurance.
  • Service other than mention above.
  • Expenses incurred due to accidents, landslide, strikes, political unrest, etc...
  • International airfare and airport taxes,
  • Hot shower, battery charge (during the trek), telephone, etc….
  • Items of personal nature expenses such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry, mineral water, Tips
  • Entrance fees during sightseeing in the city.

Useful Information

  • If you want to extend your trip with Tsum valley and Manaslu then visit this page Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek
  • Rugged Trails will arrange permit sharing if you are single.