Manaslu & Tsum Valley Trek

Manaslu Region Cultural Trek
Tsum Valley
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Trip Facts

Duration

20 Days / 19 Nights

Difficulty

Moderate

Max Altitude

5,160 m

Best Season

Spring / Autumn

Group Size

Up to 1 Person

Transportation

Private jeep / shared Jeep

Accommodation

Hotel , Tea house / Lodge

Meal Plan

Breakfast , lunch , Dinner , Tea & coffee

About This Journey

Trip Overview

Manaslu and Tsum Valley Trek is an exceptional Himalayan adventure combining the remote beauty of the Manaslu region with the spiritual and culturally rich Tsum Valley in Nepal. The journey takes you through dramatic mountain landscapes, ancient villages, Buddhist monasteries, deep gorges, pine forests and traditional Himalayan settlements, with spectacular views of Mount Manaslu (8,163 m).

Tsum Valley feels like a journey back in time. Its isolated villages, centuries-old monasteries, chortens, mani walls and Tibetan-influenced traditions offer a rare opportunity to experience an authentic Himalayan way of life. As the trail continues into the Manaslu Valley, the landscape becomes increasingly rugged and alpine, eventually leading to the spectacular Larkya La Pass (5,160 m) before descending towards the lower valleys.

The Manaslu and Tsum Valley Trek is ideal for travelers looking beyond Nepal’s more crowded trekking routes and seeking a cultural and scenic trekking experience in Nepal. It combines breathtaking Himalayan scenery, ancient Buddhist heritage and authentic mountain communities, making it one of the most rewarding off-the-beaten-path treks in Nepal.

Why This Trek Is Special

Manaslu and Tsum Valley Trek

Why Explore this Trek.

Spectacular views of Mount Manaslu (8,163 m), the world’s eighth-highest mountain.

Explore the sacred Tsum Valley, one of Nepal’s most remote and culturally preserved valleys.

Discover ancient Buddhist monasteries, chortens, mani walls and prayer flags.

Experience traditional Himalayan villages and Tibetan-influenced mountain culture.

Trek through diverse landscapes, from subtropical forests and terraced fields to alpine terrain.

Follow the dramatic Budhi Gandaki Valley, with deep gorges, waterfalls and rushing rivers.

Cross the spectacular Larkya La Pass (5,160 m), the highest point of the trek.

Experience the spiritual atmosphere of Tsum Valley, with its centuries-old Buddhist traditions.

Enjoy an authentic off-the-beaten-path trekking experience, away from Nepal’s busier trails.

Admire panoramic Himalayan scenery, including Manaslu and surrounding snow-capped peaks.

Meet local mountain communities and experience their traditional lifestyle and hospitality.

Enjoy a scenic private Jeep journey between Kathmandu, Machha Khola and the trek’s return point.

Day-by-Day Journey

Trek Itinerary

Package Information

Included and excluded

What's Included

Airport transfers by private vehicle, both on arrival and departure.

Hotel in Kathmandu +BB , as per the itinerary.

All meals during the trek: breakfast, lunch, dinner, tea & coffee.

Accommodation during the trek in Tea house / Lodge

All necessary trekking permits and national park entry fees.

Private / Shared Jeep Transportation as per the Itinerary

Experienced Licensed English- or French-Speaking Trekking Guide

Porter Service – 1 porter for every 2 trekkers

Accommodation, meals, insurance for the Nepali trekking staff accompanying the group.

80-liter waterproof trekking bag, provided by the agency for the duration of the trek.

Emergency Search & Rescue Assistance

Welcome dinner in Kathmandu.

What's Excluded

Nepal visa Fees

Personal travel and medical evacuation insurance — mandatory.

Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu are not included.

Personal expenses, including alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, bottled water and other personal purchases.

Personal trekking equipment and clothing.

Tips and gratuities for guides, porters, drivers and other support staff.

Any expenses or services not specifically mentioned under “Price Includes.”

Dates

Departure

No departure dates scheduled at this time. Please contact us for custom dates.

Trail Route

Route map and elevation

A clear look at the Manaslu & Tsum Valley Trek route, including the main villages, high passes, and altitude changes across the trek.

Route Map

Manaslu & Tsum Valley Trek

Moderate 20 Days

Route Type

Moderate

Major Passes

Larke la Pass 5160m

Elevation Profile

Elevation Journey

Altitude journey

Manaslu & Tsum Valley Trek elevation profile

A route-style altitude chart showing the elevation journey and major milestones along the Manaslu & Tsum Valley Trek.

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0m 1,000m 2,000m 3,000m 4,000m 5,000m 1,400m 930m 2,240m 2,386m 3,031m 3,361m 3,361m 2,241m 1,800m 2,630m 3,180m 3,530m 4,460m 5,160m 3,590m 2,550m 1,400m Day-1 Day-3 Day-4 Day-5 Day-6 Day-7 Day-8 Day-9 Day-10 Day-11 Day-12 Day-13 Day-15 Day-15 Day-16 Day-17 Day-18 ALTITUDE Cho La Pass 5,420m

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