Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek - 25 Days

This is an extra day in Kathmandu that will let you relax after your long flight to Kathmandu. If it's your first time in Nepal You might do sightseeing by yourself at a few monuments like Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath, Boudhnath Stupa, etc. And today, you will prepare for the trek. In the afternoon, you meet with the trek guide, and he will let you know about further trek plans. If anything is missing for the trek, your trek guide will help you to shop.  

After having breakfast, you will drive for six hours from Kathmandu to Barpak. The drive will take you to the western part of Nepal. Upon reaching a place called Baluwa, you will take a local jeep and continue driving towards Barpak. This place is home to Gaje Ghale who is a 2nd world war veteran and received Victoria Cross from the Queen of Britain.

The trail from Barpark moves towards Budhi Gandaki River valley in the east. After a few hours of ascending, you reach Gupsi Dada (3,000m) from where you can enjoy wonderful views of mountains like Ganesh Himal, Shringi Himal, Langtang range, etc. Further, the trail descends and takes you to Laprak. 

Today, the trail heads toward Manaslu valley. From Laprak, you descend and cross a suspension bridge. From here, the trail steeply ascends and passes Singla village. On the way, you can see stunning views of Mt. Manaslu and other Himalayan mountains. Further, continue descending through forested paths and reach Khorla Besi.

The trail ascends and descends before taking you to Tatopani, where you can enjoy a natural hot spring. The trail then ascends to a ridge and crosses Budhi Gandaki river on a suspension bridge. From here onwards, the trail ascends to Dobhan and crosses another suspension bridge over Dobhan Khola. Further, crossing another bridge over Yaru Khola, you ascend towards Jagat.

The trail today enters the restricted region of Manaslu and Tsum Valley. You will register your permit at the checkpoint and continue ascending towards a ridge called Salleri. From here, the trail moves along a riverbank and crosses Budhi Gandaki River over a long thrilling suspension bridge. As you move further, the valley widens and leads you to Philim. 

Passing by Ekle Bhatti, you ascend to Lokpa. The trail then passes by small villages and narrow rivers. From Lokpa onwards slaughtering animals is strictly prohibited. The trail offers stunning views of Mt. Hiunchuli, Mt. Manaslu, Boudha Himal, Ganesh Himal VI, etc. Further, the trail descends to the Lungwa river and ascends through lush forests till Gumling. The trail then crosses Syar Khola and takes you to Chumling. 

The trail today enters in the upper valley section of the inner Himalayas. The trail moves along the Syar river and descends to Domje. From here, the trail ascends to Chokhang Paro, offering wonderful views of Ganesh Himal and Mt. Himalchuli. In this village, you will get to witness ancient Tibetan culture and tradition.

The day begins ascending north in the upper Tsum valley. The trail further becomes narrow and passes by Lamagaon. On the way, you will see the Piren Phu cave of St. Milarepa and the Piren Phu cave. Likewise, you will visit old monasteries and stupas, where you can see murals, scripts, prayer flags, etc. Further, crossing a suspension bridge over the Shiar river, you reach the Nile for night stay.

The trail is so close to the Tibetan border. Walking along the west bank, you get to witness the Tibetan landscape. The trail ascends to Mu Gompa and continues towards Bhajyo for a night stay.

Today is a rest day at Bhajyo. You will explore nearby areas and hike to the closest viewpoint. If the weather is clear then you can see stunning glaciers of Yamdro valley as well as magnificent views of Ngula Dhojyang Pass. 

The trail from Bhajyo descends to Rachen Gumba. It is one of the oldest nunneries in the Shiar Khola Valley, established in 1905. Inside the Gompa, you can see ancient murals and paintings.

Crossing a bridge, the trail descends back to Chokhangparo. Further, the trail continues descending towards a small gompa at Gho village. From here, you trek on the north in the lower Tsum Valley. The trail passes by Yaju and takes you to Chumje for a night stay.

The trail descends to Dorjon Kharka and takes you to Rana. Further, crossing a large suspension bridge over Budhi Gandaki River, you will move towards Bihi Phedi.

The trail today follows a flat path and ascends through the lush forest. Enjoying stunning views of Mt. Manaslu and other mountains, you will reach Namrung for a night stay.

The trail from Namrung onwards ascends to Lihi. On the way, you can see superb views of Ganesh Himal. Before reaching Lho village, you pass by small settlement areas.

Following a small stream, you pass by dense forest. The trail then ascends to Shyala from where wonderful views of Peak 29, Mt. Manaslu, Mt. Himalchuli, etc can be seen. After reaching Samagaon, you will visit old Sama monastery.

The trail descends to Budhi Gandaki and crosses a bridge over it. Further, the trail leads to the Manaslu Base Camp. Trekking through the dense forest of juniper and birch, you descend and cross a wooden bridge. From here, you ascend steeply to Samdo.

Crossing a river, the trail descends and then ascends towards Dharmasala. You will cross two ravines walking on narrow tracks. Further, the trail gradually ascends towards Dharmasala, offering beautiful landscapes.

Today, you will begin trekking early in the morning. Walking on a steep rugged path, you move towards the top of Larkya La Pass. The climb will be tough. Upon reaching the pass, you get to witness outstanding views of Cheo Himal, Annapurna II, Himlung Himal, Mt. Kangguru, etc. Further, the trail descends to Bimthang, where you will be spending the night.

Today is a rest day for you. After long trekking days, this day will help you relax your muscles and bones. You can go on a hike and explore the nearby areas of the village.

The trail drops down to Burdin Khola. Further, trekking through the lush forest of rhododendron, you reach Karche and head towards Gho village. The trail then passes by Tilje and crosses Dudh Khola twice before reaching Dharapani.

After having breakfast, you will take a jeep and drive to Besisahar. Here, you will change the vehicle and drive to Kathmandu, enjoying scenic views. Upon reaching Kathmandu, you are free to relax. In the evening, you will have a farewell dinner with other team members.

This is your last day in Kathmandu. As per the flight departure time, our team members will drop you at the Airport and bid you our last goodbye.