Manaslu conservation area has two popular treks, Tsum Valley and Manaslu Trek. The combination of these two treks is Tsum Valley Manaslu Trek. This trek is a longer version of the cultural and natural observation of the Manaslu region. And it’s the best trekking for those who are looking for a deep cultural and natural connection.
Tsum valley is an isolated territory inside the Manaslu conservation area. Offers the unique culture and folklore of the people who are living there. Classic trekking trails into the dense wilderness and typical villages to reach Mu Gumpa; the last place where people are living in Nepal side. And a few hours walk from Mu Gumpa to reach the border with China (Tibet) and Nepal.
The symbolic Buddhist religion in the Tsum valley has so many different monasteries, Stupas, Mani walls. Every day in every house they worship Guru Rimpoche and other Buddhist deities. All the rituals in that locality are a bit similar to Tibetan and Buddhism. More interestingly there is a culture one women marry all the brothers in a family. However, this tradition is changing nowadays because people are getting educated and living separately.
Manaslu area again provides the dynamic trek experience in the Himalayas of Nepal. Walking on local townlet to access daily lifestyle, culture, and tradition. Beautiful natural sources such as landscapes, rivers, and the views of the mighty Mt. Manaslu and other snowy mountain peaks. Larke Pass 5106m to reach the Annapurna Circuit Trekking region. So the combination of these two treks is called Tsum Valley Manaslu Trek.
Tsum Valley Manaslu Trek Itinerary.
| Day 1 | Drive from Kathmandu to Sotikhola. |
| Day 2 | Solitkhla to Khorlabesi |
| Day 3 | Khorlabesi to Jagat |
| Day 4 | Jagat to Philim |
| Day 5 | Philim to Lokpa |
| Day 6 | Lokpa to Chumling |
| Day 7 | Chumling to Chhokong Paro |
| Day 8 | Chhokong Paro to Mu Gumpa |
| Day 9 | Explore Mu Gumpa |
| Day 10 | Mu Gumpa to Chhokong Paro |
| Day 11 | Chookong Paro to Chumling |
| Day 12 | Chumling to Deng |
| Day 13 | Deng to Namrung |
| Day 14 | Namrung to Lho Gaun |
| Day 15 | Lho Gaun to Samagaun |
| Day 16 | Rest day |
| Day 17 | Samagaun to Samdo |
| Day 18 | Samdo to Dharmasala |
| Day 19 | Dharmasala to Bhimtanv via Larke La |
| Day 20 | Bhimtang to Sortikhola |
| Day 21 | Sortikhola to Dharapani |
| Day 22 | Dharapani to Besisahr and Kathmandu drive |
This itinerary is based on how I did the trek and it can be change as your time and places you want to visit. After completion of the Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek. If you want to do Annapurna Round Trek then you can continue to hike Manang and Pass Throng La. Even possible to hike up to the world’s highest Lake Tilicho Lake. Ice Lake, Milarepa Cave, Gangapurna Lake. Moreover, Nar Phu Trek can combine with Tsum Valley Manaslu Trek.
Mandatory Permits for this trek.
Manaslu Conservation Area Permit (MCAP) $30
Tsum Valley Restricted Area Special Permit $40 per week per person from September to November. $7 per person per day beyond a week. December to August $30 per person per week and $7 per person per day after a week.
Manaslu Restricted Area Permit Special Permit
September to November $100 per week for per person and $15 per person per day after a week. December to August $75 per person per week and beyond a week $10 per day per person.
Best time to do Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek
Spring season – March, April, and May
Autumn – September, October, and November
These two seasons are the best time to do this trek because of the best weather and perfect temperatures in the Himalayas.
