Tsum Valley Trek
DURATION14 Days | ACTIVITYTrekking | MAX ALTITUDE3700 m | TRIP GRADEModerate |
GROUP SIZEMin. 2-14 Pax. | AccommodationTea House | TRANSPORTJeep | BEST SEASONN/A |
Overview
The Tsum Valley trek is the adventurous trekking in Gorkha district. This trekking began in early 2000s to enjoy the natural beauty of Tsum valley. It is least popular trekking route due to lack of promotion and accessibility. The unique culture and diversity of Tsum valley have attracted trekkers from different parts of the world in recent years. Tsum valley Nepal is the hidden valley that offers tremendous beauty in the form of mountains, rivers, glaciers, agricultural land, pastures, monasteries and lovely people. You can explore the Himalayan life and their struggle for livelihood following the off-beaten-track trial.
Tsum valley trek itinerary is 14 days, along with Kathmandu day tour. The starting point of Tsum valley trek is Machhakhola. The bank of Buddhi Gandaki encompasses amazing landscape of Gorkha district, that enhances trekking in the region. Following the bank of Budhi Gandaki, we will trek to Jagat, Lokpa, Chumling, Chekumpar, Nile and Mu Gumpa as major destinations of the Tsum Valley. The wonderful view of Ganesh Himal, Mount Manaslu, Churke Himal and Poshyop glacier from different view point is great to capture. We will enter Tsum valley after passing Philim village. The amazing landscape of the Hidden valley is overwhelmed by Tibetan culture. The small villages with local house, Gurung and Tibetan community, Mane, Chorten, Monasteries and gumba are the best part to explore during the trek.
Mu Gumpa is the last destination on the Tsum Valley Trek itinerary. We will return from Mu Gumpa after exploring the mind-blowing beauty of the place. It is one of the oldest and biggest monasteries that reflects the history of this hidden treasure of Nepal. The trekking route to return downhill will be the same, but we should cover a long distance. In fact, it takes less time to return than to climb up, so the itinerary has been made thoroughly by respecting the average distance one can cover. It takes only three days to reach Machha Khola from Mu Gumpa. Chumling, Jagat, and Machhakhola are the accommodation sites while returning to town by means of transportation.
Mission Summit Treks and Expeditions is here with the Tsum Valley short trek to facilitate our trekkers with the best services at a reasonable cost. We provide a Kathmandu day tour along with trekking in the best valley to explore the culture, religion, and landscape of western Nepal.
Tsum Valley Trek Itinerary
Arrival is the foremost step for trekking in Nepal. Tribhuvan International airport is the initial point to meet our company member. We will drop you to hotel and give a briefing on the trek. In the evening, you will have a welcome dinner in the cultural restaurant.
Kathmandu is the capital city of Nepal and an amazing valley with different UNESCO World Heritage cites. We will visit the Swayambhunath stupa, Boudhanath stupa, Pashupatinath, and Kathmandu Durbar Square during our day tour and taste the special food of Kathmandu. After returning from tour you can do the last-minute shopping for the trek.
Machha Khola is the starting point of the trek. Leaving Kathmandu early in the morning, we will drive towards Soti Khola in a private jeep. It takes around 8 hours to cover the 143-kilometer distance from Kathmandu to Soti Khola. After enjoying the picturesque view of rural Nepal, flowing rivers, forests, and mountains, we will reach Soti Khola. The distance between Machha Khola and Soti Khola is only 10 km, which a vehicle can reach in an hour. Thus, instead of walking, we will drive to Machha Khola as an introduction to the advanced route to Tsum Valley. We can enjoy the amazing views of Manbu and Nyauli on the route to Machha Khola.
The trekking route from Machha Khola to Jagat is moderately difficult with the rocky terrain. The higher the elevation, the greater will be the view of the landscape. Passing through the beautiful Gurung and Magar villages, we will reach Jagat (1410m). We will explore Khorlabesi, Tatopani, Dobhan, Yaruphant, Yarukhora, and Yarubagar on the route to Jagat. It takes around 6 hours to cover the 22.2 km trek distance between Machha Khola and Jagat.
Trekking from Jagat to Lokpa consists of amazing routes through pine and rhododendron forests. The peaceful trekking trial passes through Salleri village, the longest suspension bridge in Nepal at Sirdibas, Nagjet, and Philim village, and diverges towards Tsum valley, passing Ekle bhatti. The beautiful Lokpa village is the first village in the hidden valley of Nepal. The great view of the Manaslu range, mountains, gumba, mane, and chorten is the best to explore in Tsum Valley.
After having breakfast in Lokpa (2040m) we will start the trek towards another village of Tsum valley. We can enjoy the narrow trial of Lokpa villlage and amazing view of Buddha and Ganesh Himal from the trekking route to Chumling. It takes around 5 hours to cover Lokpa to Chumling distance of 11 km. The entire route to Chumling is within Tsum valley.
Chekumpar is a beautiful village in the upper land of Tsum Valley. After enjoying the amazing landscape of Tanju, Ripchet, and Dramba, we will reach Chekumpar. The big prayer mill, chorten, stupa Tibetan villages, and Ganesh Himal on the trekking route to Chekumpar add to the attraction of the attraction of the place. It takes around 5–6 hours to reach Chekumpar from Chumling.
After having breakfast in Chekampar, we will trek towards Chhokang and continue to Lamagaun, passing Kani Gate. The trekking route from Chhekampar to Nile comprises Milarepa Cave, where we can explore the great geology of Tsum Valley. Walking through the Phurbe, Pangdun, and Chule, we will reach Nile. Different stupas and Gompa on the route reflect Buddhism as main religion of the valley
After having breakfast in Nile village, we will trek to Chhokangparo and continue to Rholmi and Mu Gopma for around 3,4 hours. The ancient monastery overwhelmed the culture and religion of the hidden valley of Nepal whereas the amazing landscape of Chhokangparo and ancient landmark of Rholmi creates a lifetime memory. We will explore the architecture of Gompa and stay overnight in Mu Gompa which is the last station of the Tsum Valley trek.
We will return downhill from Mu Gompa. We can cover a longer distance while returning downward, then climbing uphill. After having our breakfast, we will trek downhill, passing Rholmi, Nile, Chhule temple, Manidungkyut gumba, Phurbe, and reaching Rachen gumpa. After having our lunch in Lamabagar, we will continue to chum. The amazing landscape with mountains, waterfalls, rivers, and terraced farmland makes our journey joyful. It takes around 7–8 hours to reach Chumling from Mu Gompa.
After having breakfast in Chumling, we will trek down to Jagat. It takes around 6,7 hours to cover the trekking route to Jagat from Chumling. We will pass Lokpa, Bhangsing, Philim, Nagjet Sridibas bazar, and reach Jagat.
After having breakfast in Jagat, we will trek down to Machhakhola. It takes around four hours to reach Machhakhola, and then we will celebrate the completion of the trek. This is the last day in Gorkha district. The wonderful trek to Tsum Valley remains a lifelong memory.
We will drive back to Kathmandu from Machhakhola. Trekking to hidden valley of Nepal completes after reaching Kathmandu. You will have farewell dinner with company members in the evening. You can also do your shopping in Thamel bazar after reaching Kathmandu.
Our company member will drop you to airport depending on your flight time. You will depart from Nepal after farewell from company members.
COST INCLUDES
THIS TRIP INCLUDES
Airport pickup and drop by private car/Van/Bus Two night **star Category accommodation in Kathmandu on Bed n breakfast
THIS TRIP EXCLUDES
Nepal entry visa fee $40
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FAQs
The Tsum Valley Trek is a 14-day-long trek that includes the arrival, departure, and Kathmandu day tour. It takes two days to drive to and from Kathmandu to Machha Khola.
Yes, Tsum valley is definitely an amazing place that makes a life time memory with its picturesque. You can have best time with the wonderful landscape of Tsum valley Nepal.
We can get to Tsum valley by driving from Kathmandu to Machhakhola. Driving from Machhakhola to Jagat is also possible but consist very difficult road on the bank of Budi Gandaki. Trekking to jagat and then to Lokpa takes you to Tsum Valley. Exploring the valley requires four days within which we can reach Mu Gompa, the last trekking destination.
The altitude of tsum valley ranges between 2000 to 3700m. Mu Gumpa is situated in the highest altitude of Tsum valley trekking route at 3700m.
Yes, it is possible to do Manaslu circuit trek after Tsum Valley. We can continue to Manaslu circuit trek after returning to Chumling from Tsum Valley. Trekking to Deng from Chumling takes us in Manaslu circuit trekking route. Following the trial to Namrung from Deng, and continuing to Sama Gaon, Samdo, Dharmasala, Bhimthang, Tilije and Tal we will complete Mannaslu circuit trek.
More Info
Tsum Valley is plain land between Mount Manaslu and Ganesh Himal. The narrow and small valley, spread between 2000m – 3700m has limited villages for accommodation. The government of Nepal has allowed trekking in Tsum Valley since 2008. It is a restricted area and requires a restricted area permit for trekking. There was an open border between Tibet and Tsum Valley before the Pandamic COVID 19. The local people used to get their goods easily from Tibet, but the inflow of citizens between Tibet and Tsum Valley, Nepal, was almost closed after the pandemic. The valley is bound by Buddhism, which protects nature and its entities with its strict rules. Killing animals and firing is strictly prohibited to protect nature. One should pay RS 50,000 in fines if he/she knowingly sets fire to the forest of Tsum Valley. The wheat is the annual crop, and the rotation of cropping occurs after three years. Farmers sow buckwheat and mustard, replacing wheat in each three-year gap. There is a unique system for harvesting buckwheat during the night. The trekking route conveys the bank of Budigandaki and its tributaries, mountains and villages, farmland, Kati Gate, suspension bridges, and wooden bridges connecting the banks of the river. We can visualize Ghoral and Jharal on the difficult mountainscape.
Accommodation
Tsum Valley is a tea house trek. Therefore, we can get suitable rooms for spending the night. Do not expect luxurious accommodation because it is a remote valley with few settlements. We can get local food and normal rooms during the night.
Food
Tsum Valley Trek packages include three meals a day, i.e., breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Breakfast includes tea/coffee, Tibetan bread, toast, porridge, curry, and eggs or omelets. Similarly, lunch and dinner include Nepali thali, (dal, bhat, curry, pickles, pappad), momo, chowmein, and noodles.
Charging
We can get charging facility in tea houses. You should pay extra charge per gadge for charging. Also, the rate of charging depends on duration of charge.
best time to Trek Tsum Valley
Spring (March, April, and May) and autumn (September, October, and November) are the best seasons to trek Tsum Valley. March, April, May, September, October and November are the best months for trekking in Tsum valley due to moderate temperature and pleasant weather. The temperature remains moderate and we can go trekking easily during these months.
Winter (December, January, and February) remains very cold, with heavy snowfall, on which trekking would be difficult. Similarly, summer season (June, July, and August) is not considered the best season due to heavy rain. The walking trial remains wet and sleepy due to rain. Therefore, autumn and spring are the best seasons, whereas we cannot trek easily during summer and winter in Tsum Valley.
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