Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek - The Ultimate Trekking Experience In Nepal

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The stunning Manaslu Tsum Valley lies in the Manaslu mountain region northern part of Gorkha district. Tsum valley is beautifully stacked at the magnificent backdrop of stunning Ganesh Himal, Himal Chuli and Buddha Himal range. Manaslu Tsum Valley holds the great significance of Tibetan Buddhist art, culture and religion. Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek is one of great trek in Nepal that takes you the wild vicinity of Himalayan range and to the area where the developments are surpassed over centuries.

It is also the place where polyandry system still exists. All the brothers of the family are supposed to marry a single girl. Beside this unique system, people of Tsum Valley have their own culture, tradition and language that is totally unique from outer world. The culture and history of the Tsum Valley highly resembles to that of Tibet. As the nature and culture of Manaslu region is highly fragile, Manaslu Tsum Valley Trekking is wilderness and restricted area trekking in Nepal.
Trip Facts of Manaslu Tsum Valley Trekking
Trip Name: Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek
Trip Days: 24 Days
Destination: Tsum Valley
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... Country: Nepal
Max Altitude: 5,160m (Larkya La Pass)
Difficulty: Medium
Activities: Trekking & Sightseeing
Accommodation: Hotel and Teahouse
Transportation: Private Vehicle/ Van/ Bus all Ground Transportation
Best Seasons: Feb to May/ Sept to Dec
Highlights of Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek in Nepal
Staying overnight at local homestay at Bihi that lies about 20 minutes off the main trekking route.
Staying overnight at Ranchen Gompa and visiting the entire area and interacting with local and helping them to learn an English.
Staying at typical Mu Gompa in a Lama’s room and climbing to highest viewpoint
Exploring the quaint village Samdo that lies at the backdrop of Himalaya. People living here are very hospitable and honest.
Crossing the Larkye La Pass, the highest point of the trek. It is the best highlight of Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek. Crossing serves the incredible views of glacier, rock, peaks and lakes.

Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek is the great alternative to classical Annapurna Circuit Trek. The trail to Manaslu Tsum Valley is less-crowded and maximally follows the beaten off path

Exploring a turquoise Lake with glacier fed by Mt. Manaslu, just a short hike from monastery in Samo

Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek is reached overland. You don’t need to take a domestic flights

The first section of the trail follows the Buri Gandaki gorge, a long and deep river gorge with many suspension bridge across

There is dramatic change in altitude from subtropical jungle at low elevation to alpine high, cold and challenging crossing of the Larkya La above 5,100m/17,000 ft
Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek Permits
Since, Manaslu Tsum Valley Trekking is restricted area trekking, trekkers need to obtain permits to enter the region.

Travelers must accompany the registered trekking agency in Nepal to go for the trek
RAP $70 for 1st week and $10 for every additional week. In case of non-touristic season, permit fee declines to $50 and $7 thereafter. The checkpoint is in Jagat and checkpoint out is at Dharapani.
Travelers must be at least in a group of 2 people and must accompany a registered guide or porter
MCAP & ACAP permits – RS 2,000 each. MCAP is for Manaslu Conservation Area Project and ACAP is for Annapurna Conservation Area Project
TIMS card is not needed for restricted area trekking in Nepal. If you travel at non-restricted area, you must get TIMS.
Best Season for Tsum Valley Trek in Nepal
September, October & November in autumn and March, April, May in spring are best month of the year to visit Manaslu Tsum Valley. Limits are at monsoon (June to September) and winter snow and lodge closure (Larkya Phedi, Bimtang) from December to late February.
What to Pack for the Trek
Guidebook
Manaslu Route Map
Sleeping Bag
Down Jacket
Sun Glasses (UV protected)
Head Torch
Sunscreen
Trekking Poles
Hand Sanitizer
Medical Kit with first aid and Diamox
Wide Brimmed Hat
Hand Sanitizer
Water bottle and water purifier
Camera with extra battery
Power Bank
Trekking Shoes
Rain Jacket
Wind Jacket
Casual Shirts
Loose Paint and trouser
Physical Condition & Experience Requirements for Manaslu Tsum Valley Trekking
Trekkers have to walk for at least 6-8 hours every day at Manaslu Tsum Valley Trekking. You need good physical strength and determination to complete the trek successfully. The major problem might be altitude sickness (AMS). You need to acclimatize properly and trek in slow pace to stay away from altitude sickness.Trekking skills and pervious trekking experience are not required.

Training for Trekking
Jogging for at least 3 weeks carrying the rucksack of 14kg weight
Leg cardio, running, swimming and other physical exercise for at least 1 month prior the trek
Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek after Earthquake
Manaslu Tsum Valley Trekking trial was destructed by the earthquake followed by landslide at the lowe part of Manaslu Valley. Still the Upper part is safe and there was very few destruction. The swing bridges and teahouse are operating safely these days.
Manaslu region has sustained damage caused by earthquake and landslides and the trail and lodges have been repaired and many trekkers have successfully completed the trek in 2016.