Tsum Valley Trek

Arrive Kathmandu & Transfer to Hotel ( 1,300 m/4,264 ft).

Upon your arrival in the Kathmandu airport (TIA) you will be greeted by a representative from Everest View Treks & Expedition. After completing your custom formalities (Visa, etc) pick up your luggage and look for our representative with a Everest View Treks & Expedition display board at the arrival gate. You will be then transferred to Hotel Shanker or a similar category hotel. After checking in, you will visit EVT office, meet your trekking leader as well as other participants and make final preparations for the trip. In the evening, there will be a welcome dinner hosted by EVT. For dinner, you will be served excellent authentic Nepalese cuisine which will introduce you to the Nepalese food culture. include B/B.

Drive from Kathmandu to Sotikhola (710 m)

We  take private Jeep service to reach Arughat Bazar. Half of this road is Offroad and little bit rugged trail. We pass through many zig zag road, lots mountain and severl small big rivers including Budi Gandaki Gorge. A lot of ascending and descending through the forest and village we reach arughat bazar on the beach of Budi Gandaki River then continue drive 1 hour to sotikhola overnight at Guest house include meal B/L/D.

Sotikhola to Machha khola (870m):

Sotikhola to Machha Khola (900m), trekking through beautiful sal forest to the ridge, the route is a bit precarious as it passes over a big rock and crosses a stream, rocky trail weaves up and down. Pass the terraced rice fields to Gurung village, climb behind a rocky outcrop to School and drop to the Machha khola. The narrow trail passes a waterfall and makes some minor ups and downs to rocky ravine Machha Khola. Overnight at Guest house include meal B/L/D.

Machha Khola to Jagat (1410m ):

the valley is streamly steep and the trail climbs over a small ridge then descends to Tatopani (hot spring). There are a lot of ups and downs for the day; crossing the bridge over Buri gandaki and some other river as well rocky trail passes big landslide, Dhovan Duman, Yuru khola Tharo bhanjyang to Jagat. overnight at Guest house include meal B/L/D.

Jagat to Lokpa (2040 m)- 6 to 7 hrs.

We make an entry into restricted region of Manaslu and Tsum Valley by registering the Permit in checkpoint at Jagat. We climb over a ridge to Salleri. We walk a bit along the riverbank, cross the Budhi Gandaki River on a long suspension bridge. As we continue to walk , the valley widens heading towards Philim. As we pass by Ekle Bhatti, trail get separated toward Tsum and Manaslu. Pass through the welcome board and hike up toward Lokpa. We meet few villages. Rivers become narrow as we meet to the confluence of the Syar Rivers from Tum vallley. We turn right from Tsum valley to reach Lokpa village, first village in Tsum valley that provides a chance to see Manaslu range. From Lokpa, slaughtering of animal is strictly prohibited, it’s complete isolation hidden valley of happiness blessed by Padmashamva centuries ago. Stunning view of Himalchuli and Boudha Himal can be observed from Lokpa village. We spend Overnight at Guest house include meal B/L/D.

Lokpa to Chumling (2386 m)- 4 to 5 hrs.

After having had breakfast, we start walking from Lokpa village- entrance to wild route to Tsum valley. In the route from Lokpa to Chumling on the clear day, the view of Baudha Himal(6672m) and Ganesh Himal VI is seen very clearly. Trial descends to Lungwa river valley, then climb up through silence tropical forest of dense rhododendron and pine to Gumling. No villages are passed on the way between Lokpa to Gumling. Trial separates at Gumling. We cross again Syar Khola and arrive at the village of Chumling. Late afternoon, side trip to upper part of Chumling to visit monastery is the best for view of Ganesh Himal. Chumling has three monasteries of Panago Gumba, Mani Dhungyur and Gurwa Gumba. There is a telephone service and health post too. Overnight at Guest house include meal B/L/D.

 Chumling to Chhokangparo (3,010 m)- 5 to 6 hrs.

Today, we enter to upper valley, part of the Inner Himalaya. The trial continues along the Syar River down to Domje and then rises over 500 metres to the largest city in Tsum valley. A pretty village of Gho has unusual Gomba. From there we will continue our uphill climbing and then trek to arrive at Chhokangparo. On a clear day we can have magnificent views of Himalchuli and Ganesh Himal from Chhokangparo. From Chhokangparo, where we will have the opportunity to have hospitality of local people (Tibetan group “Tsombo”) welcoming with traditional Tibetan Chiya (butter tea) and local meal. We spend Overnight at Guest house include meal B/L/D.

Trek to Nile (3361 m) via visiting Visit Milarepa Piren Phu Cave on the way- 4 to 5 hrs.

We walk relatively shorter than previous days. Nile, on the western, sun-side of the Shikhar Khola, about 20 minutes walk across from Chhule, is the last village heading north in the upper Tsum Valley. As we go up, the valley becomes fertile, narrow, and we see people busy in farming. After passing Lamagaon, there is Piren Phu cave of St. Milarepa where his footprint is still preserved and noticeable in the rock. Piren Phu(pigeon cave) is one of the most sacred caves in the Tsum valley on the side of a rugged cliff mountain, with great views of the valley from the cave monastery, near the village of Burji. There are two separate Gumbas attached to the rocky cave. Richly painted Buddhist murals, excellent artistic scripts carved on stones, long prayer flags and significant Buddhists paper scripts make this cave one of the most important socio-cultural asset in the valley. Then, we head towards the crossing of the suspension bridge over Shiar River and continue our trek through several villages to finally cross a bridge and arrive at Nile. We spend. Overnight at Tea house include meal B/L/D.

Trek to Mu Gompa (3700 m), Day hiking (4060 m)- 3 to 4 hrs.

A short walk from Nile along the west bank of the valley close to Tibetan border reaches easily to Mu Gompa, the highest point of Tsum valley trek. We hike up through yak pastures through typical dry and arid Trans Himalayan Terrain. The monastery has rows of Chortens and beautiful mountain views and houses. The historical Dephyudonma monastery connected with the dawn of Buddhism run by Lama, on the lap of the rugged mountains, is one of the oldest monasteries in the Tsum. There are few drinking facilities. Back to Nile We spend. Overnight at Monastry  include meal B/L/D.

Trek to via Rachen Gompa chumchet (2740 m): 3 to 4 hrs.

Continue south until a bridge crosses to the west bank then descend again to Chhokangparo. Drop below Chhokangparo on the previous trail for about 2hrs, until a small gompa is reached at Gho (2485m). Then taking the northern route in the lower Tsum Valley, we finally arrive at Chumje via Yaju.Overnight at Basic Tea house include meal B/L/D.

Chumje for Bihi (3130 m/10,266ft): 4/5 hrs:

From Chumje, we continue on the northern route in the lower Tsum Valley.  Pass the village of Dorjon Kharka just before reaching Rana. Crosss the large suspension bridge in the main valley of the Manaslu Budhi Gandaki River. If interested, walk further up to the village of Bihi.Overnight at Guest house include meal B/L/D.

Bihi to Namrung (2540 m/8331 ft): 6 hrs.

The initial part of today's trek is on a relatively flat terrain. Soon, the trail moves uphill through the forest path. Thus we arrive at Namrung while enjoying at the same time the magnifiscent views of Manaslu, among others. Overnight at Guest house include meal B/L/D.

Trek from Namrung to Lho (3180 m/10,430 ft): 4 hrs.

Namrung to Lho (3180m), 6 hours trek. Still we follow the same valley of Buri Gandaki by turning left to right/ right to left, climbing up and down across the terraced field. Buddhist mani stones are increasing which shows that we are in the home land of Tibetan culture. Pass the village Namrung, Lihi and sho before reaching Lho. overnight at Guest house include meal (B/L/D).

Trek from Lho to Samagaon (3530 m/11,578 ft): 5/6 hrs:

The Budi Gandaki is far down but we follow a small tributary instead. Walking in the shady fir forest is very enjoyable. A short climb to a plateau and the village Shyala. Huge mountains surround us, Himal Chuli and Peak 29 (Ngadi Chuli) to the left, Manaslu and large glaciers straight ahead, other snow summits to the right, at the far end of the valley we have just come from stands Ganesh Himal. At the far end of the village, overlooking the valley stands the well-known monastery of Sama. Sama Gaon is a village inhabited mainly by the Tibetans and lies at the foot of Manaslu. Overnight at Guest house include meal B/L/D.

Trek from Sama to Samdo (3860 m/12,660 ft): 4/5 hrs:

Descend to the Budi Gandaki, that has turned north, and follow it to a bridge over a side stream. The trail to the left leads to the Manaslu Base camp. The Larkya la Trail passes several mani walls as the valley begins to widen. It is an easy trail on a shelf above the river passing the juniper and birch forests of Kermo Kharka. We drop off the shelf, cross the Budhi Gandaki on a wooden bridge and climb steeply onto a promontory between two forks of the river. From a stone arch we can see a large white kani, finally passing through the kani we find Samdo.Overnight at guest house include meal B/L/D.

 Samdo to Dharamsala (4480m), 4 hours trek. Samdo to Dharamsala (4480m.

4 hours trek. A fine old mani walls marks the starts of the climbing to Larkya La, climb gently opposite the Larkya glacier becomes an indistinct. On the way you will see troupes of blue ships, yak pasture and beautiful landscape and mountains. Overnight at Basic Tea house sharing bed include meal B/L/D.

Dharamsala to Larkya pass (5213 m): Dharamsala to Larkya pass (5213 m).

and descending to Bimthang (3630m), 8.5 hours trek. The day is very demanding, we have to start very early in the morning in order to pass safely. The trail goes through sloppy, grassy fields, rocky moraines to the pass which is very long to Larkya La. The descending is also very steep down hills for a long time, eventually the valley becomes larger and the trail heads down to a large meadow, a Mani wall and some tea house is Bhimtang. Overnight at Guest house include meal B/L/D.

Bimthang to Dharapani (1890m): Bimthang to Dharapani (1890m).

cross the glacial stream and follow the ancient salt trade route of Dudh khola. The valley is very impressive full of oak, rhododendron, blue pine, hemlock, birch and bamboo forest. Pass the pasture field, old Gho village and follow the descending valley to Tilche Gurung village to Annapurna classic route Dharapani. Overnight at Guest house include meal B/L/D.

Drive from Dharapani by Jeep (5 hr) via Beshisahar to Kathmandu (10-11hr):

After breakfast we start our 185 km drive back to Kathmandu better to hole on the left pane of the vehicle to enjoy the scenery through the route. To celebrate the successful completion of our journey, we will have a farewell dinner at Nepali typical restaurant/ bar and back to hotel. include B/B and farewell dinner.

Fly home farewell friend

You are saying good bye to the mountains as your journey in Nepal. Comes to an end today we hope you enjoyed the tour with us, and are sure you will be back in your trip somewhere in the Himalayan again. Approximately 3 hour before your scheduled flight a representative from Everest View Treks And Expedition will transfer you to the airport on your way home you ll have plenty of time to plan your next Adventure in the wonderful country of Nepal.

Note: In case of emergency during the trip, Helicopter will be arranged by Everest View Treks  & Expedition . The charges must be paid by the insurance or clients themselves.