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Tsum Valley Trekking

Tsum Valley Trekking

Overview And Highlights

Tsum Valley Trekking is wildly beautiful with magnificent mountains and is uniquely rich in culture, lifestyle and festivals. The valley is between 3000-4000m and was a restricted area until it was opened in 2008. Tsum valley is surrounded by Sringi himal to the north, Ganesh himal to the south and Himalchuli and Baudha himal to the west.

For trekkers who are fascinated by Tibetan culture as well as mountains, Tsum Valley offers them the opportunity to witness Tibetan Buddhist people in their villages, monks and nuns in their respective religious orders, and the spectacular views of the Himalayas in an almost pilgrimage like trek into this hidden valley.

Outline Itinerary

Day 01: Arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA) Kathmandu

Day 02: Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing Tour and Trek Preparation

Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Soti Khola(730mt), Drive by Local Bus - 9-10 hrs drive

Day 04: Soti Khola to Machha Khola (930mt), Trek 6-7 hrs

Day 05: Machhi Khola to Doban (1150mt), Trek 6 hrs

Day 06: Doban to Philim (1570mt), Trek 6.30 hrs

Day 07: Philim to Chumling (2386mt) (Lower Tsum), Trek 7 hrs

Day 08: Chumling to Chhokongparo (3010mt) (Upper Tsum), Trek 5 hrs

Day 09: Chhokongparo to Nile/Chhule (3350mt) via exploring MilarepaPiren Phu Cave on the way, Trek 5 hrs

Day 10: Nile/Chhule to Mu Gompa (3700mt) via exploring Dhepyudomma Gompa (4060mt), Trek 4 hrs

Day 11: Exploring Day

Day 12: Mu Gompa to Rachen Gompa (3240mt), Trek 5 hrs

Day 13: Rachen Gompa to Dumje (2440mt), Trek 6-7 hrs

Day 14: Dumje to Philim (1570mt), 6-7 hrs

Day 15: Philim to Tatopani (975mt), Trek 6-7 hrs

Day 16: Tatopani to Soti Khola (720mt), Trek 6-7 hrs

Day 17: Drive from Soti Khola to Kathmandu, Drive by Local Bus - 9-10 hrs

Day 18: Leisure Day

Day 19: Final departure onward destination."Farewell"

If you are not really satisfied with this Itinerary please Customize your own.

Day to Day Itinerary Expand/Collapse All

Day 1 : Arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA) Kathmandu

Food
Dinner
Accomodation
Hotel
Elevation
1350

The representatives from Himalaya Trekking Team will welcome you at Tribhuvan International Airport upon your arrival. We then transfer you to the hotel for the overnight stay.  

 

Day 2 : Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing Tour and Trek Preparation

Food
Breakfast
Accomodation
Hotel
Elevation
1350

Guided Sightseeing of World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu Valley including: Kathmandu Darbar Square, Swayambhunath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa and Pasupatinath Temple. Overnight in Kathmandu hotel (bed and breakfast)

 

Day 3 : Drive from Kathmandu to Soti Khola, Drive by Local Bus - 9-10 hrs drive

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
730

After breakfast, we drive to Arughat Bazaar by Land Cruiser or Local Bus through green hills, a river and farms. Overnight at Hotel

 

Day 4 : Soti Khola to Machha Khola , Trek 6-7 hrs

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
930

Today we walk for 6-7 hours along a local trail to Machha Khola. Machha Khola means Fish River and it’s located just over the stream. Overnight at Tented Camp or guest house or tea house

 

Day 5 : Machhi Khola to Doban , Trek 6 hrs

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
1150

Trek to Yaru Phat, with several steep ascents and descents through countryside, crossing and passing rivers and passing several settlements. Overnight at Tented Camp or guest house or tea house

 

Day 6 : Doban to Philim, Trek 6.30 hrs

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
1570

The trek begins with a rugged trail with up and down to Philim, passing through jungle and dramatically stunning views of Srigri Himal. Philim is a large Gurung village with millet and corn fields. Overnight at Tented Camp or guest house or tea house

 

Day 7 : Philim to Chumling (Lower Tsum), Trek 7 hrs

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
2386

Today the trek continues to the Buddhi Gandaki River. To the left is the Manasulu Trail and to the right the Tsum Valley. We head up the ridge to Ganesh Himal Base Camp and continue to Chumling. Overnight at Tented Camp or guest house or tea house

 

Day 8 : Chumling to Chhokongparo (Upper Tsum), Trek 5 hrs

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
3010

Trek to Chhokongparo along the Upper Tsum Valley. Chhokongparo is an open valley with flat lands and two different villages, Chhokong and Paro. From the valley, the Ganesh Himal range can be seen directly to the south where it provides spectacular views of the Baudha Himal and Himal chuli peaks to the south-west. Overnight at Tented Camp or guest house or tea house

 

Day 9 : Chhokongparo to Nile/Chhule via exploring MilarepaPiren Phu Cave on the way, Trek 5 hrs

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
3350

The trail explores the sacred Milarepa Piren Phu Cave on the way to the north of the Upper Tsum Valley. Nile/Chhule is the last town on the Tsum Valley Trekking trail. Nile is on the western side about 20minutes walk from Chhule. Overnight at Tented Camp or guest house or tea house

 

Day 10 : Nile/Chhule to Mu Gompa (3700mt) via exploring Dhepyudomma Gompa , Trek 4 hrs

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
4060

The trek to Mu Gompa gradually ascends from Nile/Chhule, but before Mu Gompa comes Dhepyudoma Gompa which is the oldest Gompa in the Tsum Valeey. Mu Gompa (3510m) is also the largest monastery in this region and was built in 1895 AD. The monastery houses the history of Avalokiteshwara, images of Guru Tara and Padmasambhava. Overnight at Tented Camp or guest house or tea house

 

Day 11 : Exploring Day

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge

Today we will explore around Mu Gompa and have a close view of Pika Himal, Tibetan peaks and the Ganesh Himal rang.  Overnight at Tented Camp or guest house or tea house

 

Day 12 : Mu Gompa to Rachen Gompa , Trek 5 hrs

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
3240

After 5 hours walking in foothills we arrive at Rachen Gompa which is the largest nunnery from Tsum Valley region, built in 1905 AD. Overnight at Tented Camp or guest house or tea house

 

Day 13 : Rachen Gompa to Dumje , Trek 6-7 hrs

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
2440

6-7 hrs Trek to Dumje, which is a small village with small number of houses. Overnight at Tented Camp or guest house or tea house

 

Day 14 : Dumje to Philim 6-7 hrs

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
1570

The trek continues to Philim passing the most beautiful waterfall, nature and culture. Just before we drop down from Lokpa to Philim it is possible to combine Tsum Valley with the Manasulu Circuit trek. Overnight at Tented Camp or guest house or tea house

 

Day 15 : Philim to Tatopani , Trek 6-7 hrs

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
975

After 6-7 hrs trekking, you will reach Tatopani. This is the location of a natural hot spring and you can relieve your weary limbs in the hot spring. Overnight at Tented Camp or guest house or tea house

 

Day 16 : Tatopani to Soti Khola , Trek 6-7 hrs

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
720

Trek from Tatopani to Soti Khol through beautiful nature and farm land. From here you can drive back to Kathmandu by Land Rover, but only in the good season. Overnight at Tented Camp or guest house or tea house

 

Day 17 : Drive from Soti Khola to Kathmandu, Drive by Local Bus - 9-10 hrs

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Hotel
Elevation
1350

After breakfast, we drive to Kathmandu by Land Cruiser or Local Bus through Nepalese country side that offers green hills, rivers and farms. Overnight at hotel.

 

Day 18 : Leisure Day

Food
Breakfast
Accomodation
Hotel
Elevation
1350

Leisure day in Kathmandu, Overnight at hotel on B/B board basic

 

Day 19 : Final departure onward destination."Farewell"

Food
Breakfast

We Himalaya Trekking Team will drop you at airport before 3 hours your departure time.

Service Includes

  • Transportation to and from the starting and ending points of the trek as per itinerary
  • 3 meals per day during the trek (breakfast, lunch & dinner) including the coffee and tea
  • Accommodation in tea houses or in tents as per itinerary during the trek
  • Accommodation including breakfast at 3 star hotels in Kathmandu
  • Special permit of Manaslu Conservation Area
  • MCAP Permit and TIMS Card
  • Highly experienced Government licensed guide and necessary porters during the trek
  • Proper Insurance of all staff including porters
  • Government / Local taxes, Tourist service charge, guide / porter insurance and salary, general equipment, national park and conservation area fees

Service Excludes

  • International airfares
  • International airport departure tax.
  • Trekking equipment
  • Major meals, lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu
  • Any type of personal expenses, such as alcoholic beverages and drinks, phone and laundry
  • Nepal entry visa fee US$ 30 (duration 60 days from date of issue) - you may easily obtain the visa upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport - Kathmandu
  • Rescue & travel insurance, trip cancellation costs, accident or health emergency, evacuation, loss, theft or damage to baggage and personal effects. We strongly advise you to take out personal travel insurance
  • Tips & Guide & Porter

Altitude Graph

Additional Information

Clothing

  • Sun hat or scarf
  • Fleece jacket with wind-Stopper
  • Waterproof shell jacket
  • Down vest and/or jacket (can hire here in Nepal also)
  • Lightweight gloves
  • Heavyweight gloves or mittens with a waterproof shell outer
  • Light and expedition weight thermal bottoms
  • Fleece or wool pants
  • Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell pants
  • Thick, warm wool hiking socks
  • Hiking boots with spare laces
  • Sunglasses with UV protection

Accessories

  • Sleeping bag rated to zero degrees Fahrenheit
  • Trekking poles (sticks)
  • Headlamp
  • Trek bag-pack 
  • Basic First Aid Kit
  • Daypack (approximately 2,500 to 3,000 cubic inches)
  • Thermo-rest sleeping pad
  • Water bottles
  • Small wash towel

Toiletries

  • Quick drying towel (medium sized)
  • Soap (preferably biodegradable)
  • Tooth brush/paste (preferably biodegradable)
  • Deodorants
  • Face and body moisturizer
  • Nail clippers
  • Small mirror
  • Tissue paper/ toilet roll
  • Anti bacterial Hand wash

Extras

  • Trail Map/Guide book
  • Binocular
  • Reading book
  • Journal & Pen
  • Pencils and small notebooks

01. Nepal Visa

 

You can get a visa in Kathmandu airport upon your arrival at USD 25 (or equivalent in other major currencies) for a 15 days visa, USD 40$ for a 30 days visa and USD 100$ for a 90 days Multiple visa, and you can also extend it later on if you wish. They have newly installed technology (visa machine) which makes it no longer necessary to have a passport photo.


02. Booking your International flight


Since we do not arrange the International flight tickets, Please book your international flight to arrive and depart from Kathmandu International airport. So, if you do not have a regular travel agent then you can check for International flight options at one of these sites. Makemytrip.com, www.kayak.com,  www.vayama.com
After you purchase your international air ticket please contact us to give your flight details for your smooth airport transfer.
Which currencies are accepted in Nepal?
Some major currencies (USD, AUD and EURO) are accepted for both visa and in general. There are plenty of ATM's in both Kathmandu and Namche and credit cards are accepted in limited shops and many restaurants. Please note that only Nepali rupees are accepted on the trek.


03. When and where should you arrive?


You will arrive at Tribhuwan International airport in Kathmandu on the trip starting day or earlier. You will be received outside the Kathmandu international airport terminal gate by our representatives from Himalaya Trekking Team with your Name display board  he will escorts you to at your booking Hotel.


04. How should we make payment?


Down Payment


As per the company's policy, minimum 20% of down payment from the total cost is required to make in advance to secure your spot and to confirm the trip.


05. How to pay your deposit?


     You can choose only two different ways to settle your payment:
a.   Online Payment by credit card and the link to settle the payment is:  http://www.himalayatrekkingteam.com/payment-form.html

  (please do not add cents (.00) while transferring the payment via online)
b.   Bank Transfer:


Bank Details:
US Dollar Account No: 019 06319090013
Account Name: HIMALAYA TREKKING TEAM PVT.LTD
SWIFT CODE: HIMANPKA
Bank Name: Himalayan Bank Limited
Thamel Branch, Kathmandu, Nepal


06. Payment of the Balance


Rest amount can be paid before at least a month of your arrival. If you choose to settle your holiday balance by credit card a handling charge of 4% on the outstanding balance is made if possible better to bring cash. 


07. Cancellation Policy


Cancellation by You:
The scale of cancellation charges detailed below is calculated according to the number of days prior to departure.
•    If cancellation made before 30 days of the trip departure date, 15% of the total trip cost will be charged as cancellation and rest will be adjusted in their next trip or refunded after deducting the processing charge of Nepal Rastra Bank to make a draft.
•    If cancellation made before 15 days of the trip departure date, 25% of the total trip cost will be charged as cancellation. Further will be same as above process
•    If Cancellation made before 07 days of the trip departure date 40% of the total trip cost will be charged as cancellation.
•    If cancellation made within the week of departure or upon arrival in Kathmandu we can't refund.
•    The cost of Climbing Permit/s already purchased is/are not refundable. .


08. Is there an Orientation program?


Generally, the orientation meeting is scheduled in the Kathmandu hotel at 4 or 5 pm and this will be informed by our representatives after your arrival. The tour starts with an orientation meeting and ends up after scheduled trip after the breakfast.


09. How large is each tour group?


For each tour date, there will be several separate groups. Each group will have a maximum of 12 people with its own experienced English speaking guide. During the trek, there will be a suitable number of porters to carry your luggage.


10. How many people in each room?


The cost of our trip is based on the twin-sharing basis so there will be two people accommodated in each room for the duration of the tour. If you prefer private accommodation or you are a solo traveler, you'll find the option for "single supplement". Additional USD 350 will be applicable as a Single Supplementary Charge for the single room during the trip.


11. Who will be leading the tours/treks?


Our local Nepali team is one of the most experienced, hospitable and respected trekking outfits in Nepal. The team is fully licensed and affiliated with the Trekking Agency's Association of Nepal (TAAN), Nepal Mountaineering Association, Nepal Tourism Board, Govt. of Nepal, Sustainable Tourism Network, Himalayan Rescue Association and Kathmandu Environmental Educational Project. You will be provided with the professional and an experienced English Speaking trekking guide with the good knowledge of the place and the trek. The trekking crew is skilled with the experience of over10 years, well-trained, friendly guide and, courteous and helpful porters, assured of a wonderfully memorable experience. 


12. Porters


For the trek, we'll have one porter for two people or necessary Yaks as per group size. The porter will carry 10-12 kg per person luggage during the trek. You need to carry your daypack to keep your personal belongings such as wallet, camera, water bottle, dry snack, head light, gadgets etc , 2 trekkers have one porter.

You can send your enquiry via the form below.

USD 1550 Per Person

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Enquiry Whatsapp 009779866310388

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