- Explore UNESCO Heritage Sites
- Enjoy the rich culture and traditions
- Explore ancient monasteries, gompas, and chortens
- Be enriched by the scenic beauty of the Manaslu area
- Pass by Larkya La Pass
- Hike to Manaslu Base Camp
- Witness the stunning views of the great Himalayas, with Manaslu Himal
- Experience Tibetan Buddhist culture in the Tsum Valley
- Trek through diverse terrain
Tsum Valley with Manaslu Trek
- DestinationNepal
- Duration21 days
- Group TypePrivate Trip
- GradeModerate
- ActivitiesTrek
- AccommodationHotel | Tea House
- Max. Elevation5106m.
- Group SizeMin. 2 Pax
- VehicleFlight | Private Vehicle
- MealsBreakfast Lunch & Dinner (BLD)
- Activity Per DayApproximately 3-8 hours walking
- Best SeasonMar – May, & Sep – Nov
- DestinationKathmandu
Highlights
Trip Overview
The Tsum Valley with Manaslu Trek takes you close to Manaslu Himal, the world’s eighth-highest peak. Trek through the wonderful valley, Tsum Valley, also called the Hidden Valley of Happiness. Tsum Valley is dominated by Tibetan Buddhist culture, and you can see many old monasteries, chortens, mani walls, and stone houses of villages. As this is pretty far from city crowds, the beauty of this location is pure and spectacular.
Trek through diverse landscapes, explore the raw natural beauty, and pass by several small villages. Observe, the unique culture and practices of the people who inhabit here make more memories in this trekking tour. While on the trek, the mountain surroundings impress you. The trek from Lark La Pass, the highest trekking point of this trek, offers panoramic sights of the high Himalayas.
The 21-day Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek is best for an individual who wants to have an off-the-beaten-path trekking adventure in secluded Nepal. Cultural experiences and high-altitude adventure are offered by the trek. The off-the-beaten-path Himalayan adventure is becoming one of Nepal’s popular yet less crowded trekking destinations.
Route Description
The 21-day Tsum Valley with Manaslu Trek begins when you reach Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu, Nepal. After preparing yourself and completing paperwork formalities, you start your drive to Machha Khola, where you pass some villages, steep hills, and rivers. Then the trek officially starts as you leave Machha Khola, following the Budhi Gandaki River. And start your trek toward Jagat, passing terraced farm fields, green hills, and crossing local settlements. Complete your permit work and start your trek walking through the Manaslu Conservation Area, cross Chisa Pani, and then go into Lokpa, the gateway to Tsum Valley. From here, the landscapes became more remote and pristine.
Leave the Manaslu Circuit Trail and start trekking towards Tsum Valley, a holy and least explored Himalayan village. As you ascend your trail, pass through a rhododendron forest, walk over several wooden bridges, and reach Chumling and then Chokhangparo. You start noticing the dominance of Tibetan culture: there are rock houses, prayer flags fluttering above, and you spot old chortens. Mu Gompa is the most religious and highest monastery in the valley with extended Himalayan views, such as Ganesh Himal and Hiunchuli Himal, and the spiritual environment makes trekkers' bodies and minds relaxed.
Trek down to Chumling after visiting Tsum Valley via the same route, and trek to Deng. Trek via green forest trails and pass through a series of Buddhist villages like Bihi Phedi and Namrung. Namrung provides breathtaking views of Ganesh Himal, Hiunchuli, and Siringi Himal. At higher elevations, you start experiencing the changes in vegetation, and the air thins. You are offered an incredible view of Manaslu Himal (8,163 m) as you continue ahead, going through Lhi, Lho, and Shyala. See the Lho Monastery and enjoy the peaceful vistas of prayer flags fluttering in the air and mani walls.
Rest at Sama Gaon for a day and acclimatize at high altitude by going around the areas, or trek to Manaslu Base Camp or Phungen Monastery. Highly recommended. Be amazed by the glorious views of glaciers, icefalls, and the huge Manaslu Massif. Having had their fill, go ahead and trek to Samdo and then to Dharamsala or Larkya Phedi. A step more to Larkya La Pass, the trekking summit. It is no easy walk over Larkya La Pass, but the view from the summit is well worth the walk. You have the broad Himalayan vistas of the Himlung Himal, Manaslu Himal, Kangguru, and Annapurna II. Feel the inexplicable grandeur of the Himalayas and the surrounding hills, and then descend to Bhimtang and proceed further via the rhododendron forests to Goa and Tilije. Drive back from Tilije to Kathmandu and complete your Manaslu and Tsum Valley Trek.
This Tsum Valley with Manaslu trek not only offers an adventurous trek in remote Nepal, but it also offers you the chance to get closer to the Tibetan-influenced culture and lifestyle of the rural Nepalese people.
Short Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,355 m / 4,445 ft)
Day 02: Kathmandu Valley UNESCO Sites Sightseeing and Preparation Day
Day 03: Drive to Machha Khola (900 m / 2,952 ft) | Distance: 160 km (99.4 miles) | Duration: 5-6 hours
Day 04: Trek from Machha Khola to Jagat (1,340 m / 4,396 ft) | Distance: 20.5 km (12.7 miles) | Duration: 6-7 hours
Day 05: Trek from Jagat to Chiso Pani (1,600 m / 5,249 ft) | Distance: 9 km (5.5 miles) | Duration: 4-5 hours
Day 06: Trek from Chiso Pani to Chumling (2,386 m / 7,828 ft) | Distance: 8 km (4.9 miles) | Duration: 4-5 hours
Day 07: Trek from Chumling to Chokhangparo (3,010 m / 9,875 ft) | Distance: 10 km (6.2 miles) | Duration: 4-5 hours
Day 08: Trek from Chokhangparo to Nile (3,361 m / 11,026 ft) | Distance: 12 km (7.4 miles) | Duration: 5-6 hours
Day 09: Trek from the Nile to Mu Gompa (3,700 m / 12,139 ft) | Distance: 6 km (3.7 miles) | Duration: 3-4 hours
Day 10: Trek from Mu Gompa to Chumling (2,386 m / 7,828 ft) | Distance: 28 km (17.3 miles) | Duration: 7-8 hours
Day 11: Trek from Chumling to Deng (1,860 m / 6,102 ft) | Distance: 17 km (10.5 miles) | Duration: 7-8 hours
Day 12: Trek from Deng to Namrung (2,660 m / 8,727 ft) | Distance: 19.5 km (12.1 miles) | Duration: 6-7 hours
Day 13: Trek from Namrung to Shyala (3,500 m / 11,482 ft) | Distance: 11.4 km (7 miles) | Duration: 5-6 hours
Day 14: Trek from Shyala to Sama Gaon (3,530 m / 11,581 ft) | Distance: 6 km (3.7 miles) | Duration: 3 hours
Day 15: Exploration Day
Day 16: Trek from Sama Gaon to Samdo (3,860 m / 12,664 ft) | Distance: 8.6 km (5.3 miles) | Duration: 4 hours
Day 17: Trek from Samdo to Dharamsala (4,460 m / 14,632 ft) | Distance: 11 km (6.8 miles) | Duration: 5-6 hours
Day 18: Trek from Dharamsala to Bhimtang (3,710 m / 12,171 ft) via Larke-la Pass (5,106 m / 16,752 ft) | Distance: 24.5 km (15.2 miles) | Duration: 7-8 hours
Day 19: Trek from Bhimtang to Goa (2,560 m / 8,398 ft) | Distance: 17 km (10.5 miles) | Duration: 6-7 hours
Day 20: Trek from Goa to Tilije (2,300 m / 7,545 ft) | Distance: 6 km (3.7 miles) | Duration: 3 hours, then drive to Kathmandu (1,355 m / 4,445 ft) | Distance: 230 km (142.9 miles) | Duration: 8-9 hours
Day 21: Farewell
Trip Itinerary
An airport representative from Nepal Intrepid Treks will come to pick you up once you arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu. He’ll greet you with a big smile and a warm hug. He'll drop you off at your hotel, which is your accommodation.
Join a short meeting where you’ll meet your guide and interact with them. Discuss the trekking days and essential gear. Interact with fellow trekkers and plan for the days. If time permits, stroll around Thamel and enjoy the vibrant city.
Included/Excluded
- All ground transportation in a private vehicle, including airport pickup and drop-off
- Three nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu at a 3-star category hotel on a BB basis.
- Kathmandu city tour including all entry fees, a tour guide, and a private vehicle
- Best available twin-sharing lodge-to-lodge accommodation during the trek
- Three times daily full board meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) with a cup of tea during the trek
- Manaslu and Tsum Valley trekking special permit (the Manaslu region is in a restricted zone; we need a special permit to visit this area).
- All necessary staff with an experienced English-speaking guide (require porters: two clients, one porter), including their food, salary, accommodation, insurance, etc. (Personal Sherpa guide provided upon request with extra charge)
- Seasonal fruits during the trek
- Required permits include the TIMS, Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP), and Manaslu Conservation Area Project (MCAP) permits
- Nepal Intrepid Treks T-shirt, duffle bag, and trekking map
- Sleeping bag and down jacket during the trek
- Trip Achievement Certificate as a token of their successful journey, recognizing their accomplishment and endurance
- First aid kit with the provision of an oximeter to monitor oxygen level and heartbeat.
- Oxygen cylinder and mask on request with an extra charge
- Government taxes and office service charges
- Nepal entry visa fee
- International airfare
- Travel Insurance
- Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu
- All cold drinks, water, and any beverages are not included in your trip price.
- We provide such service with an extra charge (Note: Our optional excursions are cost-competitive: festival trips, monastery meditation with lamas and monks, bird watching, farming trips, and other things as per the client’s interest).
- Trekking Equipment: (Note: Clients have to arrange personal trekking equipment such as trekking poles.)
- Tips for the driver, guide, and porters are not included in the cost of your package.
Others:-
- Personal expenses such as phone calls, Internet, laundry, bar bills, and extra porters
- Costs arising out of landslides, road blockages, rescue of any form, cancellation of flights, or reasons beyond our control
- Any other expenses that are not mentioned in the price include sections
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The standard itinerary is 21 days, including arrival, sightseeing, acclimatization, and the trek itself.
Traveller Review
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I was amazed by the monasteries we visited; the entire region was fantastic. The ancient villages perched on the hills surprised us with their unique history and architecture. The variety of colorful paintings and decorations left a lasting impression.
I want to sincerely thank Nepal Intrepid Treks for supporting our trek, as well as our guide and Lal Gurung, Managing Director of Nepal Intrepid Treks.
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I completed the Manaslu Circuit Trek in April 2025 and want to sincerely thank the entire Nepal Intrepid Treks team for their support in helping me complete this trek. The views of Mount Manaslu were absolutely stunning, making this one of the best experiences of my life.
Special thanks to Lal Gurung and the guide for their excellent service and care throughout the journey.
Highly recommended!
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From the very beginning, their top-notch service truly impressed me. I never imagined I could enjoy coffee, pizza, and snacks at such high altitudes. The hotel accommodations were surprisingly comfortable and the hospitality was outstanding.
What stood out the most were the breathtaking views of Mt. Everest, especially from Everest Base Camp and the iconic Everest View Hotel. Having breakfast with such a view was an unforgettable moment.
My guide and porter were extremely helpful and friendly throughout the trek, making the journey safe and enjoyable.
Special thanks to Lal Gurung, Managing Director of Nepal Intrepid Treks, for organizing everything so well. His team made sure everything went smoothly from start to finish.
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Man, this trek was absolutely amazing! I never imagined the Everest Base Camp Trek could be so luxurious and successful. It completely exceeded my expectations.
If this incredible journey was possible, it is only because of Nepal Intrepid Treks, especially the Managing Director Lal Gurung and my fantastic guide and porter. Their support, organization, and hospitality made everything smooth and enjoyable.
The helicopter ride with the stunning views from the top was something I will never forget. Having breakfast at the Everest View Hotel while admiring the world’s highest peak is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
The people along the way, the warm hospitality, and the diverse culture of the Himalayas were the top highlights for me. I felt deeply connected to the place and its spirit.
Thank you so much to the entire Nepal Intrepid Treks team. Highly recommended for anyone dreaming of the Everest trek with a touch of luxury and personalized care.
Manaslu Circuit Trek – The Closest Mountain Experience
I believe the Manaslu Circuit Trek offers the best mountain experience with an up-close view of the peaks with our naked eyes. Thanks to Lal Gurung, Managing Director of Nepal Intrepid Treks, for suggesting this incredible trek.
During this trek, I got to see Mount Manaslu very closely. I have also completed the Annapurna Circuit and Annapurna Base Camp treks, but among these, the Manaslu Circuit stands out for how near the mountain feels.
Special thanks to Lal Gurung for being a wonderful guide and providing excellent service throughout the journey.
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