Tsum Vally Trek

Tsum Valley Trek is the walking trip to the hidden spiritual valley of Manaslu Region of Nepal Trekking. The trip will not only become the walking adventure but also becomes the awakening journey. Imagine yourself being at the place where Milarepa Monk and 8^th Eons Monks meditated! It is truly a magnificent place to be at least once in a lifetime. Roving Nepal Trek offers the 10 days and 12 days itinerary of Tsum Trekking for the trekkers to relish the swashbuckling natural beauty and cultural grandeurs of the region.

What is Tsum?

The word Tsum is derived from the Tibetan word Tsombo that means bright. Yes, the place is bright and happening in terms of natural solace. The place is the valley surrounded by the lofty Himalayas. Noticeably, Ganesh Himal, Sringi Himal, and Bouddha Himal surround the valley. Ancient myth is that during the time of famine, people survived in the valley for years! Therefore, the place holds the special place in the heart of people as well. If you visit the place, the vibes and aura around you will only become positive all the way.

Difficulty in Tsum Valley Trek

Trekking in Nepal is both tiring and adventurous. You can find the trekking routes ranging from arduous to easy. However, Tsum Valley Trek is moderately easy trekking trail in the Manaslu region of Nepal Trekking. The maximum altitude during the trek is 3500 to 3700 m from sea level. Therefore, the high altitude risk is lower. Moreover, you need to walk at least 6 – 7 hours a day. Walking and maintaining the stamina is the challenging aspect.

Altitude Sickness & Travel Insurance

The highest altitude on this trek is 3700 m. The risk of altitude sickness is from three thousands meter altitude. Therefore, there is a risk of altitude sickness but it is not heavily risky too. The trekking is of gradual ascent. Our trekking guides take note of every action that you take while trekking. So, trek without worries. Exploring the Tsum Valley is relatively easy in comparison to the Manaslu Circuit Trek.

Food & Accommodation

The food during trekking in Nepal is standard. Wherever you go for the trekking trekkers can enjoy local delicacies to the continental as well as Chinese cuisine. Most of the trekkers order from the menu. Like in all trekking routes of Nepal, the more higher you go the lesser the choice of items become. Therefore, expect basic foods. Accommodation is Spartan. Don’t expect luxury lodging.

Manaslu Circuit Trek Vs Tsum Valley Trek

Both of these trekking routes are within the Manaslu Region of Nepal. Therefore, things to remember and requirements are similar. In most of the cases the trail is the same. However, Tsum is relatively easier trekking trail of the region. During Manaslu Trekking, trekkers have to cross the high altitude mountain pass the Larke La (5106 m) but it’s not in Tsum. The final destination is also within the limit of the altitude sickness. The people looking to explore the Manaslu region without the risk of altitude sickness can choose the Tsum Valley Trek. However, for more adventure combine these two trekking trails into one. The final trekking trip would be Manaslu Circuit Tsum Valley Trek.

Typical Day to Day Itinerary of Tsum Valley Trek

There are numerous itineraries of Tsum Valley Trekking. Some prefer to do the trekking for 14 days or some prefer to do it for 17 days. However, elongating the number of days is not an issue. The Roving Nepal Trek always conducts the trekking trips in order to provide the authentic experience to the trekkers. We are always trying to create the sustainable tourism in Nepal. Therefore, our itinerary focuses on lesser days but more activities. Tsum Trekking is all about cultural exploration and relishing the natural wonders.

The first day’s activity on this trek is the experience of drive from Kathmandu to Machha Khola. The Machha Khola is a small river side hamlet with few teahouses on the bank of Budi Gandaki River. You may choose to make Lapubeshi as the trailhead. However, traditional Tsum Valley Trek is from either Soti Khola or Machha Khola. After the construction of rural highway, it is possible to reach Machha Khola in just 6 – 7 hours of drive in a jeep from Kathmandu.

2^nd, 3^rd, and 4^th day’s hiking is well below 2500 m from sea level. Trekkers traverse through the villages of Jagat, Lokpa, and Chumling. These villages are densely habituated by Gurung people. However, as we trek higher from 5^th day onwards, you will start to see the Nepalese Tibetan origin people. There are numerous monasteries and Mane Walls where trekkers can find the inner peace.

The final destination during the Tsum Valley Trek is Monastery of Mu Gompa. At an altitude of 3700 m, the monastery is truly magnificent. The surrounding scenery makes it more jovial too. Therefore, all the hardship endured during the trekking will become fruitful once we make it to the Mu Gaon. Trekkers retrace back to Machha Khola via Chhekamparo village. Finally, a jeep will take trekkers back to Kathmandu.

Choose Roving Nepal Trek for the outstanding cultural and natural excursion of Manaslu Region. Tsum Valley will offer the great experience of Nepal’s authentic rural environment. Please don’t miss out to understand the diverse culture of Nepal along with its natural diversity.