Tsum Valley Trek
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Kathmandu
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Kathmandu
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Medium
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Guest House, Lodge
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Mar, Apr, May,Sep, Oct, Nov & Dec
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Bus and Jeep
About Tsum Valley Trekking:
Tsum Valley Trek is the virgin trekking trail for the intrepid trekkers which offer the pristine opportunity to discover the ancient hidden treasure of Nepal. Ringed with the towering white mountains like Himalchuli (7,893 m) and Boudha Himal (6,672 m) to the west, Ganesh Himal (7,429 m) to the south, and Sringi Himal (7,187 m) to the north, Tsum Valley still maintains its unique culture, art and precious tradition among the world. Entering in Tsum region was totally restricted to the tourist for a long time. In 2008 the government of Nepal released such restriction and opened to the group tourists to explore and taste the ancient culture of Tsum Valley.
Attached with Tibetan Border, Tsum Valley is situated on the northwest side of Kathmandu Valley in Gorkha District of Nepal. "Tsum" originates from the Tibetan word "Tsombo", which means "vivid". People inhabitant in Tsum Valley is influenced by Tibetan Culture and Tradition.
Tsum Valley Trekking route cater you a lifetime opportunity to experience the two different cultures together, Nepalese and Tibetan where the brothers of a family marry a single lady. Tsum Valley journey begins from Sotikhola, seven hours drive from Kathmandu. Enjoying the gorge Budi Gandaki River, hiking through the wonder alpine forest, and small Gurung villages reach Tsum Valley. Observe the village and surrounding lofty White Mountains then, exit the trek from its entrance, Sotikhola.
15 Days Trekking Itinerary:
- Day 01: Drive Kathmandu to Sotikhola.
- Driving: 7/8 hrs.
- Trail Attractions: Trisuli River, Budhi Gandaki River
- Max. Altitude: 700 m (Sotikhola).
- Meals: Lunch and Dinner.
- Overnight: Teahouse/Lodge
- Day 02: Trek to Maccha Khola.
- Walking: 6/7 hrs.
- Trail Attractions: Budhi Gandaki River, Waterfalls, Rocky Trail, Gurung Village, and Suspension Bridge.
- Max. Altitude: 900 m (Machha Khola).
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
- Overnight: Teahouse/Lodge
- Day 03: Trek to Jagat.
- Walking: 6/7 hrs.
- Trail Attractions: Hotspring and Stone Stairs trail.
- Max. Altitude: 1,410 m (Jagat).
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
- Overnight: Teahouse/Lodge
- Day 04: Trek to Lokpa.
- Walking: 7/8 hrs.
- Trail Attractions: Green vegetation, views of Ganesh Himal and Shringi Himal.
- Max. Altitude: 2,240 m (Lokpa).
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
- Overnight: Teahouse/Lodge
- Day 05: Trek to Chumling.
- Walking: 3/4 hrs.
- Trail Attractions: Waterfall, Pine and Rhododendron Forest, views of Himalchuli and Boudha Himal. Visit Ghumling Gompa.
- Max. Altitude: 2,386 m (Chumling).
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
- Overnight: Teahouse/Lodge
- Day 06: Trek to Chokangparo.
- Walking: 4/5 hrs.
- Trail Attractions: Suspension Bridge, views of Himalchuli and Ganesh Himal.
- Max. Altitude: 3,010 m (Chokangparo).
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
- Overnight: Teahouse/Lodge
- Day 07: Trek to Nile.
- Walking: 5/6 hrs.
- Trail Attractions: Rachen Gompa, and Hydro Power at Lar.
- Max. Altitude: 3,361 m (Nile).
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
- Overnight: Teahouse/Lodge
- Day 08: Trek to Mu Gompa.
- Walking: 3/4 hrs.
- Trail Attractions: Tibetan Landscape, Mu Ghompa, and Dhephu Doma Gompa.
- Max. Altitude: 3,700 m (Mu Chompa).
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
- Overnight: Teahouse/Lodge
- Day 09: Mu Gompa.
- Attractions: Explore Mu Gompa.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
- Overnight: Teahouse/Lodge
- Day 10: Trek to Burgi.
- Walking: 5/6 hrs.
- Trail Attractions: Visit Milarepa Cave, views of Poshyop Glacier, Kipu Himal, and Churke Himal.
- Max. Altitude: 3,245 m (Burgi Village).
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
- Overnight: Teahouse/Lodge
- Day 11: Trek to Chumling.
- Walking: 5/6 hrs.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
- Overnight: Teahouse/Lodge
- Day 12: Trek to Philim.
- Walking: 6/7 hrs.
- Max. Altitude: 1,570 m (Philim).
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
- Overnight: Teahouse/Lodge
- Day 13: Trek to Khorlabesi.
- Walking: 6/7 hrs.
- Max. Altitude: 970 m (Khorlabesi).
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
- Overnight: Teahouse/Lodge
- Day 14: Trek to Sotikhola.
- Walking: 6/7 hrs.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
- Overnight: Teahouse/Lodge
- Day 15: Drive back to Kathmandu.
- Walking: 7/8 hrs.
- Meals: Breakfast and Lunch.
- Drop to your hotel.
- Tsum Valley Trek Trip finished here!
Trek Cost Includes:
- Kathmandu to Sotikhola by sharing Bus.
- Twin Bed Sharing Teahouse/Lodge accommodation.
- Breakfast. Lunch, and Dinner during Trekking.
- An English speaking trekking guide.
- One porter for two trekkers.
- Sotikhola to Kathmandu by sharing Bus.
- All required park permits.
Trek Cost Excludes:
- Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu.
- Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner at Kathmandu.
- International Flight Fares,
- Bar Bills like Mineral Water, Beer, Whiskey etc.
- Extra expenses occurred in case of landslides, political unrest, strike etc.
- Rest of all that are not mentioned in cost includes list.
- Tsum Valley Trek - Related Infos
- 15 days
- 3700 meters
- Nepal
- 1-16
- 6 hrs / day