Tsum Valley Trek - 19 Days
Tsum Valley Trek
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Trip Code HTA-68
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Duration: 19 Days
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Trip Grade Moderate
Trip Highlights
Tsum Valley Trek HIghlights:-
- The scenic drive from Kathmandu to Arughat and Beshisahar to Kathmandu
- Tibetan and Nepalese people's cultural Environment.
- Pristine Budhi Gandaki River valley
- Fantastic views of Mt. Manasalu, Mt. Himchuli, Mt. Ganesh, and others
- Sacred caves and monasteries
- Tibetan culture of Nuri people
- Diversified unspoiled ecosystems
- Walking thru tropical green hills covered(pine & oak forests) at the start.
About Trip:
Tsum Valley Trek:-
Discover the mysterious Tibetan Buddhist world lying on the edge of the most hidden Himalayan valleys. Tsum Valley is one of the most remote Himalayan regions in the world & has recently become a banned province. A trip to Tsum Valley takes you to the most beautiful places in the Ganesh Himal range, the Spring Himal, & the Boudha Himal. The region that was once part of Tibet looks completely different from what you will find elsewhere. The people of Tsum Valley or Tsuma are of Tibetan origin by their ancient forms of language, art, culture & religion. Very few tourists have ever visited this high & mysterious valley, which was an important trade link with Tibet. In the early days, we travel the Around Manaslu Trek or the Manaslu Circuit Trek. Tsum Valley lies in the northern part of Manaslu & used to be a restricted area until 2008. The region has never been more prominent compared to other tourist destinations, with fewer roads & fewer stripes compared to the more popular regions. The people of Tsum have their own way of family life, which is very strange to many outsiders. All the brothers in the family are married to one girl, whom you can call polyandry. The first & last stop is Arughat, a seven-hour drive from Kathmandu. The first part of the trip takes the Buddha Gandaki Valley on beautiful roads with a mixture of dense jungle, lush fields, & rolling hills. As we leave the Manaslu highway to the village of Tsum, we suddenly feel the urge to actually enter the hidden village. Along the way, we pass through mountain forests, cold rivers, & enjoy the warm hospitality of the people. Pass through the lower districts of Buri Gandaki Liding, Machhakhola, Jagat & Pilim. We also visit Gombas in the ancient region such as Rachen Gompa, Mu Gompa, Dephyudonma Gompa.
Outline Itinerary
| S.N.:- | OUTLINE ITINERARY:- |
| Day-01(1,350m.) | Step on Kathmandu |
| Day-02(1,350m.) |
UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE (SIGHTSEEING) |
| Day-03(6,00m.) | Drive Arughat,7-8 hrs. |
| Day-04(700m.) | Soti Khola, 5-6 hrs. |
| Day-05(,870m.) | Maccha Khola, 6-7 hrs. |
| Day-06(2340m.) | Jagat, 6-7 hrs. |
| Day-07(,1660m.) | Chisopani, 4-5 hrs. |
| Day-08(2,386m.) | Chumling, 6 - 7 hrs. |
| Day-09(3,010m.) | Chokhangparo, 4-5 hrs. |
| Day-103,361m.) | Nile, 5-6 hrs. |
| Day-11(3,700m.) | Mu Gompa, 3 hrs. |
| Day-12(3,700m,) | Mu Gompa, sightseeing |
| Day-13(3,245m.) | Burgi Village via Milarepa cave, 5 hrs. |
| Day-14(2,386m,) | Chumling, 5-6 hrs. |
| Day-15(1,570m.) | Philim, 6-7 hrs. |
| Day-16(970m.) | Khorlabesi, 6-7 hrs. |
| Day-17(700m.) | Soti Khola, 6-7 hrs. |
| Day-18(1,350m.) | Arughat to Kathmandu drive 7-8 hrs. |
| Day-19(1,350m.) | Final Departure |
Cost Includes:
- All ground transportation by private vehicles
- Star level hotel in Kathmandu
- All accommodations in tents and suitable Tea Houses during the treks
- Welcome & farewell dinner
- All porterages costs
- All costs for a Himalayan Traverse leader and sherpa assistant. Trek leader helps each individual while on trek
- All necessary paper works and permits
- Travel & Rescue arrangements
- All government and local taxes if necessary
Cost Excludes:
- Nepal Visa fee (bring accurate USD cash and two passport photographs)/ International airfare to & from home city/
- Excess baggage charges
- Lunch & evening meals in Kathmandu.
- Travel and rescue insurance
- Personal expenses e.g. phone calls, laundry, bar bills & extra porters
- Tips for guides and porters.
- Optional trips and sightseeing if extend
Day-01: Step on Kathmandu(1,350M./4,429FT.)
From 1st step off to the land of Nepal, Completing our mandatory custom Formalities -Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu. Himalayan Traverse representative excited full of joy for you at the gate who will lead us to Hotel. Rest of the day taking rest to get recharged after the tiredness of the long flight.
✈1,350m.
☾Hotel Vaishali
〄No Meal
Day-02: UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SIGHTSEEING(1,350M./4,429FT.)
4-landmarks, 3 UNESCO World Heritage Sites Visit with a Professional Licensed Person helping you know Kathmandu even deep historically. (Swayambhunath, Bauddhanath)- Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple, & Kathmandu Durbar Square. With the knowledge gained we make you actually feel welcomed the Night as a part of a family with a warm Nepalese cuisine at a welcome dinner hosted by Himalayan Traverse after knowing the team & getting to know our guides in person.
Overnight in Kathmandu.
INCLUDED MEALS: WELCOME DINNER
✈1,350m.
☾Hotel Vaishali
〄Breakfast, Welcome Dinner
Day 03: Drive Arughat (600m/1,968ft),7-8 hrs. drive
7-8 hour drive from Kathmandu to the mountains west to Arughat via Dadingbesi, the regional capital of Dhading. On the dirt road from Dadingbesi to the green hills, we arrive at Arughat, where we begin our journey. Arughat is the largest city in the region & is divided into two parts & the Buddha Gandaki River flows through it. Overnight at Arughat.
INCLUDED MEALS: BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER
✈600m.
☾Hotel/Tea-House
〄Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 04: Soti Khola (700m/2,296ft), 5-6 hrs.
We cross the bridge crossing the Buddha Gandaki & begin our journey from the western part of Arughat., Following the paved road north through the bazaar. Passing through the power station, rice & grain fields in Mangaltar, & in the forest, we reach Shanti Bazar. Budhi Gandaki village steep & cross Arkhet Khola by the suspension bridge, passing the Arkhet Bazar shops. Descend to the majestic, cascading waterfalls forming a long ridge that rises up the ridge to Kuerepani. After that from here, the trail descended to Soti Khola. Night camp at Soti Khola camp. Overnight in Soti Khola.
INCLUDED MEALS: BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER
✈700m.
☾Hotel/Tea-House
〄Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 05: Maccha Khola (870m/2,952ft), 6-7 hrs.
Cross the bridge & walk through the beautiful forests of Sal, then climb the hill above the great rapids of Budhi Gandaki. The rocky trail then rises & falls, passing two tropical waterfalls on a rocky outcrop, clinging to a cliff. Eventually, it descends & passes through several rice fields, then ascends around the village of Gurung of Labubesi. Climb up behind the rocky cliffs, where it opens a valley with Budhi Gandaki meanders between wide stone bars. Get off the sandy river bed & walk around the round stones before going up the back side. Head back to the river & cross the Machha Khola valley. Overnight at Machha Khola
INCLUDED MEALS: BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER
✈870m.
☾Hotel/Tea-House
〄Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 06: Jagat (2340m/7676ft), 6-7 hrs.
The narrow trail bends slightly & finally crosses Tharo Khola, flows through a rocky ravine, & then reaches Chorlabesi. After a few hikes & sunsets there is a small area of road, where we reach Tatopani. From the hot spring, we climb over another ridge, & then cross the Buddha Gandaki on the suspension bridge. Climb a steep, well-built staircase, & climb a steep slope over the ramp to Dobhan. Crossing the suspension bridge over Dobhan Khola, the trail goes up a mysterious road to Duman. We also climbed Budhi Gandaki, reaching Yaru Khola. Cross the stop bridge over Yaru Khola, climb the stone stairs & cross the river & climb the additional stone steps (Tharo Bharyang). Pass along the west shore of Buddha Gandaki, up the hill, & up the river up to the village of Jagat
INCLUDED MEALS: BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER
✈2,340m.
☾Hotel/Tea-House
〄Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 07: Chisopani (1660m/5,445ft), 4-5 hrs.
After completing the ACAP process, we climb a rocky mountain to Salleri, then disembark at Sirdibas. The valley is slowly growing as the route continues to reach Ghatta Khola. Continue on the bridge that hangs easy to climb. Climb to Pilim, the capital city of Gurung. The town of Pamim is best known for its Japanese school & police station. Pass through Pilim north & through the jungle with views of the small village that reaches Chisopani. Overnight in Chisopani.
INCLUDED MEALS: BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER
✈1,660m.
☾Hotel/Tea-House
〄Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 08: Chumling (2,386m/7,827ft), 6 - 7 hrs.
After Ekle Bhatti crosses the gorge & walks for half an hour on the right side we discover a large & beautiful waterfall & enter the pine forests. Down the road to the village of Tsum. Climb the pine forests & rhododendrons. Enjoy the views of the Himalchuli 7893m & Boudha Himal mountains from Lokpa, a beautiful beautiful city. Pass through Lokpa, down for half an hour to Lungwa Khola & then up the zig zag winding two hrs. north on ramps & rhododendron to Gumlung. Crossing Siyar Khola, you finally reach Chumling, where we can view the Himal Shringi. Visit the old Chumling gompa, & the stone roads of the village.
INCLUDED MEALS: BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER
✈2,386m.
☾Hotel/Tea-House
〄Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 09: Chokhangparo (3,010m/9,903ft), 4-5 hrs.
Transfer the suspension bridge into a separate bank. Enjoy the beautiful views of Ganesh Himal. Pass through Rainjam to Seru Khola & cross another bridge to Gho Village. Another two-hour drive to Tsum leads to the village of Chhokangparo. The weather allows; enjoy Himalchuli views 7893 meters & Ganesh Himal 7140m. Overnight in Chokhangparo.
INCLUDED MEALS: BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER
✈3,010m.
☾Hotel/Tea-House
〄Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 10: Nile (3,361m/11,058ft), 5-6 hrs.
As you climb higher than Chokhangparo, it is best to be aware of the height issues. Walk past the stop bridge at Lamagaon to Rachen Gompa, also known as Nunnery Gompa. We visit a little & cross the Shiar Khola. Continue to the well-run villages of Lar (micro hydropower), Pulbe & Pangdun. Leave the old Buddha's historic Stupa on the road through Chhule Valley, up & down the bridge to finally reach the Nile. If you think we can visit the famous Chhule palace located at the top of this area.
INCLUDED MEALS: BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER
✈3,361m.
☾Hotel/Tea-House
〄Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 11: Mu Gompa (3,700m/12,174ft), 3 hrs.
We are now close to the Tibetan border. Go to the west coast of the valley across the Tibetan plain. Go up to Mu Gompa. We also visit the monastery. After that, we visit Deep Doma Gompa
INCLUDED MEALS: BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER
✈3,700m.
☾Hotel/Tea-House
〄Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 12: Mu Gompa, sightseeing
Today we do sightseeing throughout the district of Mu Gompa. Mu Gompa is the largest palace in the region. Gompa lies in the highest & farthest part of Tsum Valley. After exploring the Mu Gompa area, you can also consider the option of getting to the bottom of the Pika Himal (4865m)
INCLUDED MEALS: BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER
✈3,700m.
☾Hotel/Tea-House
〄Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 13: Burgi Village (3,245m/10644ft) via Milarepa cave, 5 hrs.
Head back to Chhule & Phurbe, on the east bank of Shiar Khola. Finally, we reach the village of Burgi. The town of Burgi is a beautiful village. Climb to the Milarepa Cave The Milarepa Cave (piren phu) is known for its amazing captions of Poshyop Glacier, Kipu Himal & Churke heal.
INCLUDED MEALS: BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER
✈3,245m.
☾Hotel/Tea-House
〄Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 14: Chumling (2,386m./7,827ft), 5-6 hrs.
Continue hiking in the mountains to view the natural vegetation & descend to Chhokang Paro again. From there they proceeded to Gho. Continuing on, we came to a bridge over Sarpu Khola. Walking down the road down the Tsum Valley takes you back to catch Chumling.
INCLUDED MEALS: BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER
✈2,386m.
☾Hotel/Tea-House
〄Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 15: Philim (1,570m./5,103ft), 6-7 hrs.
The route continues to Lokpa. After lunch south on a flat path, we head forward. Enjoy the beautiful Samba Falls. Finally arrive in Pilim after a long or six-hour journey. The route passes through the village of Phillim leading to the Ganesh Himal Base Camp.
INCLUDED MEALS: BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER
✈1,570m.
☾Hotel/Tea-House
〄Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 16:Khorlabesi(970m/3182ft), 6-7 hrs.
The trek starts today from Pilim to Corlabesi via Jagat & Tatopani. Descend down to Sirdibas & finally reach Jagat. The continuous descent takes us to Yaruphant. The dry Tibetan climate is now replacing the green underground vegetation. Continue on to Dobhan. Finally come to Tatopani. There is a hot spring in Tatopani. If you are interested, you can soak in the hot spring & relieve your tired muscles by soaking them in the hot spring. If not, keep walking down the aisle from Tatopani to Corlabesi, our resting place for the day.
INCLUDED MEALS: BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER
✈970m.
☾Hotel/Tea-House
〄Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 17: Soti Khola (700m/2,296ft), 6-7 hrs.
The trail crosses Thaba Khola flowing through a rocky ravine. Go back down the river & cross the Machha Khola valley. Take the Budhi Gandaki River to reach Gurung village in Labubesi. Transfer two waterfalls along a rocky outcrop on the side of the cliff. Then we came to Khursane. Walk along the road above Budhi Gandaki & cross the forests of Sal. Eventually, he crossed the bridge to reach Soti Khola
INCLUDED MEALS: BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER
✈700m.
☾Hotel/Tea-House
〄Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 18: Arughat to Kathmandu (600m/1,968ft): Walk 4 hrs. & drive 7-8 hrs.
Climb the hill of Kyorpani. Go down to a flowing waterfall. Leading up to Arkhet. Pass by Arkhet Khola. We are now leaving the village of Budhi Gandaki. Arrive at Sante Bazaar; pass through the woods to Maltar. Finally, we pass a power plant along the stone roads, reaching Arughat Bazar. Return to Kathmandu on the banks of the Marsyangdi & Trishuli rivers with beautiful views of green hills, mountains, farmland, & villages on both sides of the road. Overnight in Kathmandu.
INCLUDED MEALS: BREAKFAST
✈600m.
☾Hotel/Tea-House
〄Breakfast
DAY-19: FINAL DEPARTURE
Today we will be biding your farewell. Hoping we get to see you back in Nepal again as a family for another adventurous trip. We will take you to the International airport 3 hours before the scheduled flight & finally, you will depart back for your homeland!
Overnight in Kathmandu.
INCLUDED MEALS: Breakfast
✈1,350m.
☾Homeland
〄Breakfast
(Note: Booking must be confirmed 6 months before in advance)
You must bring the important documents mentioned below in your trip.
- Valid Passport with 2 pp sized photos
- Proof of insurance and visa form
- International air tickets
- Enough cash which can be exchanged once you reach Kathmandu
- Credit cards, Bank/ATM/Cash machine cards for withdrawing funds from cash machines (bring a photocopy of your cards), traveler's checks, etc.
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