Manaslu Tsum Valley Trekking Introduction

Manaslu Tsum Valley Trekking 

Manaslu Circuit Trek is one of the most renowned and highly-rated treks in the world. It is located in the north-central part of Nepal’s Gorkha District. The word “Manaslu” is derived from the Sanskrit word Manasa, meaning “soul” or “spirit“; thus, it is named “Mountain of the Spirit.” It is about 126 kilometers (78 miles) northwest of Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal. It lies pretty close to the border separating Nepal from Tibet, China, sharing a good deal of cultural and geographical features with the Tibetan plateau.

Stunning Mountain Views

The trek focuses on Mount Manaslu, the eighth highest mountain in the world, reaching a height of 8,163 meters (26,781 feet). You will see breathtaking views of snow-capped peaks such as Himalchuli, Ganesh Himal, and Annapurna ranges throughout the trek.

1. Himalchuli (7,893 metres)

Himalchuli mountain is very close to Mount Manaslu, Himalchuli is the second-highest peak in the area and is known for its huge, glacier-carved ridges.

2. Ngadi Chuli (Peak 29) (7,871 m)

Ngadi Chuli is also called Peak 29. It is a very beautiful mountain with steep, rough sides which can be seen from many places along the trail.

3. Ganesh Himal Mountains

The Ganesh Himal Mountains flank the Manaslu region to the east. Many of its peaks, including Ganesh I 7,422 m and Ganesh II 7,118 m, are visible during the early parts of the trek.

4. Shringi Himal (7,161 meters)

Shringi Himal is small in size compare to other mountains but the beauty of this mountain stands out in the lower Manaslu range, especially from villages like Ghap and Namrung.

5. Larke Peak is 6,249 meters high.

This mountain is visible from Larkya La Pass this peak offers a very dramatic view of the background of this rugged pass and surrounding Glaciers.

6. Annapurna II (7,937 meters)

Near the end of the hike, the Annapurna range can be seen, and one of the highest peaks visible from the trail is Annapurna II.

7. Himlung Himal (7,126 meters)

You can see this peak from higher places, especially around the Larkya La Pass, which makes the views more dramatic.

8. Buddha Himal (6,674 meters)

Buddha Himal is situate near the Tibetan border, this mountain is another visually striking feature of the trek.

Why Trek to Manaslu and Tsum Valley?

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.

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. The ancient age traditional rituals are still follow, and people are being call around by it.

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

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. 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.