Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek Itinerary

Today, we drive about 130 km away from Kathmandu towards the east. Driving along the beautiful Trishuli River, we reach Dhading Besi in a couple of hours. The further drive is accompanied by stunning views of green hills and Nepalese villages. In about seven hours, we will be crossing Arughat and heading to Maccha Khola via Soti Khola.

Meal : Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Accomodation : Tea house

Walking / Driving : 8 hours drive

Get ready for another exciting day in the mountains. We walk along the gorge of Kali Gandaki before heading up to the Khorlabesi. In a short while, we will reach Tatopani (a hot spring made by nature). Then, it’s uphill to the ridge of Dobhan. We further get down to cross another exciting suspension bridge before climbing to Tharo Bharyang. On the way, you might spot some Langur monkeys in the forest. Thereafter, it’s a short walk to Jagat.
Overnight in Jagat

Getting into Manaslu’s restricted region, we complete our paperwork. Then, we walk to Salleri before our path climbs us to Philim. From Ekle Bhatti, we start the ascent to the village of Lokpa. Here, we meet Syar River before we get to the very first village in Tsum. In the evening, we visit the Lokpa, the isolated valley of happiness. Local’s believe that Padmashamva blessed this village centuries ago.
Overnight in Lokpa

We wake up with the mesmerizing Himalchuli and Baudha peak before us. We being the day by walking down to the forest before taking the steep ascent. The classic Tibetan-style local accommodation might delight you.
Overnight in Chumling

This is a relatively easy day on the premises of the Himalayas. In the morning, we start the walk by crossing a suspension bridge. Now, another short walk to Tanju brings us to Gompa that oversees the best view of Ganesh and Baudha Peak. Now we walk for a couple of hours towards the Upper Tsum Valley. As the valley approaches, the magnificent slate views from Chhekampar’s cliffs will welcome us.
Overnight in Chhekampar

On the 9th day, we explore the beauty and culture and the Upper Tsum. On the vast flat land, we head to the north of the valley. Waking via Kaye, we soon get to Lama Gaon and Burji. Now, we visit Milarepa’s Cave, the so-called Pigeon Cave, and Chi Phu before getting to the Nile shortly. The Rachen Nunnery has a little school that prepares little kids for their future.
Overnight in Nile

This is our second day to explore the Tsum Valley. We start with two and a half house walk to Mu Gompa. Mu is an unusual settlement at a very high altitude. After some cultural insight into this Gompa, we get to an 856-year-old Nunnery at 4,000m. Here, the view of Ganesh Himal in the west is stunning. In the evening, we walk back to the Nile.
Overnight in Nile

After amazing days in the Upper Tsum Valley, now is the time to walk downwards. After breakfast, we begin the descent on Phurba and follow Siyar Khola. Soon, we reach the Rachen Gompa areas, an essential part of the visit.
Overnight in Rachen Gompa

Today, we walk on the south, getting closer to the mountain. In the morning, we retrace our path to Chumling. On a rather uphill trail, we reach Gumba Lungdang. We attain the night puja from 6.00-7.30pm and sleep in the Dharamshala. Get to bed early and be prepared for tomorrow’s walk.
Overnight in Gumpa Lungdang

This is the treks’ most strenuous, adventurous, and exciting day. We wake up quite early to join a dusty path above the valley. After a couple of hours, we cross Laudang and enter into a wider Kharka. We continue our footsteps to Ganesh Himal Base Camp. At 4800m above sea level, between the highest mountain, you feel out of the world.
Overnight in Gumpa Lungdang

Since we have already explored the mountain at its base, it’s time to walk towards lower elevation. In the morning, we retrace the same path to Gho. Only then, we walk to the river of Shiar before getting to Dhumje. The course goes up in the pine forest before Gomba Lungdang. On the same day, we will be able to walk down to Lopka village.
Overnight in Lokpa

In the morning, the trail descends to Budi Gandaki before we climb on the forested area. Shortly later, you get to the village of Deng. This traditional Gurung village lies just next to the Bamboo forest. Now, we climb to Bhiphedi, our last stop before rising to Ghap (2160m).
Overnight in Ghap

After breakfast in the morning, we begin to walk in the thick forest, crossing multiple rivers on the way. In a short while, we get to Namrung village that takes us to the Nupri region. Descendants of Tibetan migrants mainly inhabit Nupri. We then walk beyond small Gombas before getting into the tiny Tibetan village of Lho.
Overnight in Lho

We wake up with the stunning Manaslu before our eyes. After breakfast, we start with a relatively easy trail that leads the village of Shyala. Passing along the farms of potatoes, we hike with Himalchuli and Manaslu ahead of us. After a few hours of uphill walk, two rows of houses welcomes us to Sama Gaon. This monastery of Sama Gaon holds a massive significance in the life of locals over the place. We can see that the Tibetan border is quite close to this village.
Overnight in Sama Gaon

This is a fun and relaxing day after weeks of the walk. We encounter Yak and Dzopkyo herds on the way to Kargyu Chholing Monastery. This 500 years old monastery is an example of fine woodwork. We can see the eight temple buildings with an image of Guru Rinpoche. Beyond this, we can walk to Birendra Tal right next to Manaslu Glacier. After some beautiful mountain views from Base Camp, we walk to Pungyen Nunnery. Exploring some caves and rivers, we get to the lodge over Sama Gaon.
Overnight in Sama Gaon

In the morning, we head to the village of Samdo. Walking down the edge, we cross Budi Gandaki one more time. Now, the uphill walk shows us the Larkya Glacier before we get to Salka Khola. After a couple of hours, we walk to the base of Larkya pass, also called Dharmasala. The views of Larkya Glacier and Manaslu still accompany us.
Overnight in Larkya La Phedi

We begin today’s walk to Larka pass very early in the morning. Firstly, the trail goes on the north of the Larke Glacier and rises to Larke Peak. Here, the Larke and Pawar Peak look mesmerizing with the glacier on the north. With dozens of more peaks seen from the top, we stop for a while before getting to the Kechakyu Glacier. From Dangboche Kharka a downhill path leads us to Bimthang, a summer grazing area.
Overnight in Bhimthang

It’s a rather relaxing day in the mountain as we walk beyond the Bimthang on a stony glacier. With the last glimpse of Larke, Manaslu, and Nadi, we walk on the bank of the Dudh Khola. First, we get to Sangura Kharka and walk on a terraced field to the village of Gho. Here, you can witness true Gurung culture among the locals.
Overnight in Gho

After breakfast, we cross the village of Tilje and head to the Marsyangdi Valley. On the west bank of Thonje, we cross the river on a long bridge. Now, joining the Annapurna trek route, we walked on a somewhat leveled path to Dharapani. Since we reach our hotel early, we stroll around the place to enjoy the evening.
Overnight in Dharapani

Meal : Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Accomodation : Tea house

Walking / Driving : 8 hours drive

Firstly, we drive to Besishar, Lamjung’s headquarters, in quite a rough patch. After a short stop in this town, we being our drive to Kathmandu. A fun drive along the riverbank of Marsyangdi and Trishuli lasts about seven hours.

In the evening, the only activity planned is farewell dinner. We enjoy a final meal together and remember the days from the trek.
Overnight in Kathmandu

Meal : Breakfast and lunch

Walking / Driving : 10 hours drive