Tsum Valley Trek – 14 Days

Meeting upon arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel. After checking in, relax or meander through the bustling streets of Thamel. In the afternoon, we’ll convene for a briefing session where we finalize details for your trek, including necessary permits and paperwork.

Following an early breakfast you depart for the start point of the trek, the small town of Arughat, with a scenic drive from Kathmandu. The rest of the journey winds through verdant valleys, steppe fields and rural hamlets, offering amazing vistas of the mountains. After reaching Arughat you will overnight at a local guesthouse for one night to get you rested before starting your trek.

After a filling breakfast, you will start your trek from Arughat to Soti Khola which is approximately of 6-7 hours of walk. The route passes innumerable suspension bridges as it finds its way alongside the Budhi Gandaki River, crossing terraced fields and quaint Gurung villages. The path includes majestic views of the mountain backdrop and green shrubbery. You will also traverse through dense woods, where the abundant green foliage and birdsong create a tranquil atmosphere.

The time it takes to trek gets shorter, and the scenery drastically changes when you reach Soti Khola due to the increasing altitude. The village itself is a site of stunning hills and steep slopes. When you arrive, you’ll stay at a basic tea house where you’ll have a well-earned dinner then get ready for the next day’s hike.

You will walk along the Budhi Gandaki River today, as the trail passes through rocky paths, dense forests and waterfalls. This adventure takes you to the prettily riverside located small village named Machha Khola. The trek also entails numerous climbs and descents as you walk through settlements like Khorlabeshi and Labubesi, where you’ll have a chance to witness the lives of local people.

You’ll continue to enjoy this view of green woods, rolling hills and the river below throughout the hike. The trail sometimes steep and rugged but local people said that the amazing views compensate the challenges. At Machha Khola you overnight at a local guesthouse and relax by the river before dinner.

Today, your hike brings you deeper into the dense heart of the Manaslu Conservation Area. After Machha Khola the route follows this trail across the Tharo Khola and into forests and terraced fields until reaching Jagat, a tiny village at the entrance to the Manaslu Conservation Area. The hike on this day is actually pretty long, but the trail runs through fantastic views of hills and valleys to either side.

Kicking off from the budhi Gandaki River, you'll be greeted by micro settlements throughout villages and noN other than tibetan settlement with their own stone houses and monastery for philim. The region is rich in Tibetan culture, and you might encounter practitioners of Buddhist rituals during your journey. After reaching Jagat, you can settle at a decent stop for the night.

You will hike from Jagat to Chisapani for about 5-6 hours. You continue along the Budhi Gandaki River, and the altitude increases so you gradually make your ascent. As you continue East towards Philim, the landscape will become more rugged and remote, and you will start to notice the effects of higher elevations. The trail is lined with pleasant forests, rocky cliffs, and wildflowers that dot the terrain with color.

Today is the day you will officially enter pristine Tsum valley an outlaying area of beautiful Nepal. From Chisapani, the trail takes you through deep gorges, terraced fields and traditional Tibetan villages. The trail is a little more interesting, winding through steep woodlands and over bridges. The highlight of the day, and the arrival in the Tsum Valley, where you'll be welcomed by the amazing views of the Himalayas and the unique Buddhist monasteries and stupas that fill the valley.

The Tsum Valley in culturally rich and you will start to observe more Tibetan influence in the architecture and lifestyle of people. The area is also steeped in spirituality, and you’ll walk past sacred sites, including several monasteries.

The next two days will be devoted to touring the gorgeous Tsum Valley and surroundings. You will hike to Mu Gumba, the largest monastery in the valley, where you can participate in local Buddhist rituals. The trek also provides a 360-degree view of other surrounding peaks like Sringi Himal, Boudha Himal and Ganesh Himal.

You’ll get to know the local people, discover their way of life, and experience the ancient Tibetan Buddhist culture that decorates the valley during these two days. Though Tsum Valley is one of Nepal's lesser-known attractions, so you will be soaking in pristine natural beauty and tranquility.

After exploring the Tsum Valley, you’ll return to Chhekamparo, where you’ll stay overnight. Today is mostly downhill, so the trail is also more forgiving, and you can enjoy the beautiful scenery, at a more relaxed pace. The journey through forests, across streams and Tibetan villages.

Once in Chhekamparo you can take your time, process your experience and enjoy the immersion into the everyday life of the village.

You’ll descend again from Chhekamparo back to Arughat, where the trek began. Over these two days you take a series of steps down, back the way you came, over forests, bridges and hamlets. In between you’ll have moments where you can reflect on what lies ahead and enjoy some final views of the mountains and landscapes around you.

After what will be a nourishing trek, you’ll return to Kathmandu, where your evening will be free to either relax or explore. The drive is beautiful, and you can use the rest of that day to shop, or explore areas of the city like Thamel or Durbar Square.

Drive to Tribhuvan International Airport for your departure flight on your last day. If time permits, you could take a stroll around Kathmandu in the morning before your flight, or simply relax over breakfast before departing Nepal.