Explore the Enchanting Beauty of Manaslu Tsum Valley Trekking

Manaslu and Tsum Valley trekking is a mix of nature, culture, and adventure and therefore an experience for a lifetime. Both the valleys are located in off-the-beaten but scenic regions of Nepal. The participants in the trek get some unmapped wilderness and glimpses of the bygone Tibetan Buddhist culture. Whether the individual would be suitable for any class or group of any age either as a trekker or as any other individual which would never find him/her alone, Manaslu and Tsum Valley is one such location where the individual could live his entire life. Overview of Manaslu and Tsum Valley Trek

Manaslu Tsum Valley trek is the blend of two of Nepal’s best trekking routes, i.e., Manaslu Circuit and Tsum Valley. Both the valleys are situated in Nepal’s offbeat districts of the west rim of the northwest rim of the Kathmandu Valley. Manaslu Circuit trek is a most sought-after trek of the Nepal treks and for the scenery of the eighth-highest mountain of the world, Mt. Manaslu (8,163m). The climbers will have to climb on unmapped ridges, rocky trails, and crosses-too-tall passes going upward.

Though Manaslu trek is chilly, no one penetrates Tsum Valley, or “Hidden Valley,” and it’s an off-the-map, not-touristy secret trek. It’s a Himalayan sacred valley of Tibetan past and present culture not touched to a great extent by modernization. Combo trek Manaslu and Tsum Valley is nature’s best and adventure, and culture.

Why Trek to Manaslu and Tsum Valley?

The virgin trekking destination concern is Manaslu and Tsum Valley trek.
Manaslu and Tsum Valley trek is off-the-beaten-path trek to remote postcard-snapped destination. Snake-humped top ridges with razor-edge ridges of Manaslu and the surrounding peaks provide r imperial view, with forest, flowering multicolored rhododendron, grassland, alpine, and faraway village making up the jumbled landscape. From jungle subtropical to trekking in middle of alpine cover over valleys, there is extreme change and contrast in landscape.

Trekkers can experience the magnificence of trekking here and experience serene and tranquil beauty so much crazy mad tour of crazy mad trek like Everest or Annapurna Circuit.

1. Unspoiled Natural Beauty

Tsum Valley itself offers to us a glimpse of Tibetan Buddhist society. The ancient monasteries, chortens, and stupas are seen all over the valley where even the ancient age traditional rituals are still followed, and people are being called around by it. The earliest settlers of Tsum Valley are the Tsumbas, even today maintain the tradition of the Buddhist culture, and the majority of them till the land, graze the cows, and even spin.

The trek would have Lokpa, Chkekampar, and Nile villages to trek through with life in front of your nose. Religion would be around the corner of each road to the point, and it was, and there would be times the trekkers would find themselves caught up in one of the festivals or enveloped by just the serenity that was occupying the air.

2. The Adventure and Challenge

Difficulty of trekkings is Strenuous to Moderate and 5,160 meters at Larkya La Pass. And now it’s your turn, to be old hand in rough and a challenge on borderline but, of course, depending on your good-fitness-level and experience individual.

Larkya La passes, trekking summit with bird’s eye view of behemoth mountains like Manaslu, Himlung, and Ngadi Chuli. Crossing the pass at that altitude and sense of achievement at that point cannot be surpassed. Sama Gaon and Tsum Valley are two of the other idyllic spots with bird’s eye view of the trek.

3. Geography & Location of Tsum Valley

Tsum Valley altitude ranges from 1,900 meters (6,233 ft) to more than 5,000 meters (16,404 ft) in Manaslu conservation area. It nestles with its exterior on the banks of Syar River in the shadow of lofty Himalayan ranges Ganesh Himal, Sringi Himal and Boudha Himal. Even through their connection to the surrounding shallows, the swamp operated as thrall for fish south of the river, so much so that though the banks of the river could elaborate, the swamp became so retentive that it held, as distinct from the different adjoining shorts polluted by commonplace expend, in its crude state to a substantial rate.

4. Culture & Religion of Tsum Valley

The valley is dominated by the Tsumba, a Tibetan tribe, who are Buddhists with such a wonderfully colourful culture. The valley is dotted with ancient monasteries and chortens and mani walls (inscriptions of mantras).

Among the most religious significant sites are:

Mu Gompa which is the largest of all me(not refurbished) which monks stay and maintain religious Buddhist scriptures – 3700. Rachen Gompa(3,240m) – nunnery, Tsum’s a prolific part of spiritual.. Milarepa’s Cave – Tibetan saint Milarepa’s meditation cave.

5. Trekking in Tsum Valley

This is a restricted zone trek and one needs pass to enter to Tsum Valley Treks. It will take you 14 to 21 days; Soti Khola or Machha Khola. She crosses the forests, dwellings on suspension bridges and in the high villages of Chumling, Chhokangparo and Nile.

This route is less travelled than those in Nepal, a more authentic Himalayan experience: homestays and guesthouses, not big teahouses. That was considered the good trekking times weather and climate wise.

6. Wildlife & Nature in Tsum Valley

It’s more biodiverse. Himalayan tahr, blue sheep, musk deer and snow leopard inhabit the national park. Instead of lifeless high-altitude plateaus, it has rhododendron forest, waterfalls and grasslands.

Manaslu and Tsum Valley Trek Daily Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu

Your trekking journey starts right from the day you travel to Kathmandu, the capital city of Nepal. Acclimatization and pre-trek preparations will be taken care of with sufficient time. Kathmandu is a culturally advanced and prosperous city and boasts of some of the world heritage monuments like the UNESCO World Heritage monument of Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple), etc.

Day 2: Drive to Soti Khola

7-8 hours by car from the starting point of trek Soti Khola. Scenic village landscape and meandering river vista. Overnight guesthouses stay.

Day 3: Machha Khola Trek

Four-day trek to Machha Khola is an extremely easy one, following the Budhi Gandaki River. It goes through villages, a series of leveled field terraces, and a forest. There are different rises and falls on the trail but easy for the majority of the tourists to access.

Day 4: Jagat Trek

Walk and work, but Budhi Gandaki River valley and hill country so heavenly views around that any ruggedness is o.k. You pass through a chain of suspension bridges, and Philim village on route to Jagat.

Day 5: Trek to Lokpa

Lokpa is Tsum Valley, then dry but ethnically diverse trek. Dry plains are bordered by green forests of the valley.

Day 6-9: Tsum Valley trek

Your odyssey. You look upon sacred Tsum Valley, strolling between Nile villages and Gumba Lungdang Monastery at Chkekampar. White prayer flags, profitable Tibetan commerce, and monks bargaining over their day’s transactions.

You can also stroll on the hills and valleys nearby on such a day. The trek to the foot of the Pika Himal and other lower peaks is filled with scenery and snapshots.

Day 10: Trek to Samagaon

When you were coming from Tsum Valley, you were on Manaslu Circuit and trekking to Samagaon. Base village of Mount Manaslu is a gem of visual beauty and peaceful quietness. Rest and acclimatization are so simple.

Day 11: Rest Day at Samagaon

Acclimatization day today before we move to higher altitude. You may either trek the village, to Pungyen Monastery, or just rest at the village for the entire day. There is acclimatization today so you will not be bothered with the altitude sickness.

Day 12: trek to Larkya Phedi

Larkya La Pass is climbed to Samagaon. Hard but hard. Way back down, one gets the pleasure of beholding and beholding the rear side imagined in your mind with snow-white peaks of Manaslu, Ngadi Chuli, and Himlung Himal in front of your eyes.

Day 13: Larkya La Pass is descended to Bimthang

Highest pass is Larkya La Pass, and believe me, it is not worth the trouble to get there. You descend from the pass to Bimthang, and there you actually have the choice of having a rest stop and just slow up take it easy, and also rest after a perilous day’s walking. Scenery surrounding mountains is pleasant enough.

Day 14: Dharapani trek to

Fourth-day hike is Bimthang to Dharapani. Altitudinal transition is observed from alpine grassland to closed canopy rain forest and cultivated paddy rice on reversing slope on hillslope.

Day 15: Back to Kathmandu

Your trekking here comes to an end by a return trek to Kathmandu where you relax and enjoy the pleasure of your good time.

Trekking on Tsum Valley Tips

• Permits: Manaslu and Tsum Valley area restricted area permits – Manaslu Conservation Area Permit (MCAP), Tsum Valley Restricted Area Permit (RAP), and Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP). Pre-booking with a registered trekking agency.
• Acclimatization at Altitude: Acclimatize as the trek is to high-altitude regions. Rest and do not overexert yourself, especially when trekking upwards.
• Light Pack: Don’t take so much as needed at one time. Then take light also. The trek will be a small walk of two or three days, and light packs will give a light walk.
• Guide and Porter: Guide and porter reservation facility is not that strict in case of easy trekking. They are not extra help while sightseeing but can even provide cultural and historical information.
• Health and Safety: Be health-conscious in order to undertake the trekking and adequately immunized. Take a first-aid kit along and never downplay altitude sickness symptoms.

Conclusion

Manaslu and Tsum Valley trek is gem of heaven for trekking. It has also been termed as serene ambiance, high-altitude pass, and unadulterated betan Buddhist culture. Manaslu trek will be longest trek ever conducted in Nepal, geographically varied and altitude attained. But still, for whatever reason you are planning to have a trekking tour here, trekking here would be once in a lifetime. If you dare plan trekking holidays or a trek as a single-person search expedition within the Himalayas, then in front of you there’s a Manaslu and Tsum Valley trek if you dare tread through unleashed Himalayas. Contact us today at Happy Mountain Nepal, Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok. 

FAQs

1. Why is Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek better than  other treks in Nepal?

Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek, Nepal 6,573 — The Manaslu region of Nepal has been closed to trekkers for decades, until just recently. For this reason, it is a much more remote and unspoilt trekking route than that of the more commercial routes that you could consider, such as Everest Base Camp, or the Annapurna Circuit, and it has by far a better overall spiritual trekking experience.

2. How difficult is the Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek?

This is also a moderate-to-strenuous hike. Expect big ups, high passes (the 5,160m Larkya La Pass, for example) and all-day hikes. Good physical fitness is necessary, and prior trekking experience preferable. To be successful, you must adjust and prepare!

3. Do I need some sort of special permit required to trek there?

Yes, trekkers will need several permits, as the Manaslu and Tsum Valley regions are restricted areas:

• Tsum Valley Permission Restricted Zone
•  Manaslu Conservation Area Permit (MCAP)

The permits should be acquired through a certified trekking agency and it’s impossible to trek independently.

4. What Is the Best Season for the Manaslu & The Tsum Valley Trekking?

The best months of the year to trek are:

• Spring (March-May): Clear days, blooming rhododendrons and sun-kissed temps
• Autumn (September–November): Stable weather; good mountain views. Comfortable temperatures.

Trial in these areas can ideally be initiated in the monsoon from June to August and the winter from December to February as heat can also harm the rain and landslide.

5. How long does the trek take?

The trek runs 14 to 21 days, depending on your itinerary and acclimatization days. Sample Itinerary for Tsum Valley Trek Some general itinerary might be Exploring Tsum Valley, trading for Larkya La Pass and falls to the Annapurna district.

6.How is the accommodation on this trek?

Trekkers stay in teahouses and guesthouses with basic rooms with shared bathrooms. Here in Tsum Valley, a local-style homestay accommodation provides a lot more cultural experience. You won’t encounter sprawling lodges on this trail as on more popular routes, and hot showers (and with it charging services) may be a luxury.

7. What kind of food is available on the trek?

Along the Manaslu route, meals are mainly traditional Nepali dal bhat — rice, lentils and vegetables, served at tea houses. Also, Tibetan-inspired dishes like momo and thukpa will be offered; Now in deepest of places you would see a very limited number of variety of food available, but there you will find pasta as well in India, It is also available in pancakes and eggs western food.

8.What wildlife will I encounter while trekking?

Manaslu Circuit trek takes you deep into Manaslu Conservation Areas and lets you see different kinds of animals. These animals are:

•  Snow leopards
• Himalayan tahr
• Blue sheep
• Musk deer
• Red Panda is seen in the forest done pathway, lower elevations.
• Bird-watchers keep one eye on Himalayan monals and eagles.

9. How do you acclimatize for altitude?

To prevent altitude sickness, trekkers should:

• Drink more waterAvoid drinking alcohol

• Resting/Sorting Acclimatization naturally as in higher elevation areas Samagaon.

• Instead of racing to the top, keep a nice steady slow over the first few days at altitude.

• Take Diamox pills if you need the same take

10.Do I have to take guide and porter?

Above all, we have to hire registered guides because we are trekking in restricted area. On the other hand, installed on guides process the navigation but handle the travel permit and guide very well including cultural diverse. We are also used to hiring porter: thus, even a small group will save you from loading physically. Travel is then relaxed and not anxious.