Which is better, the Manaslu Circuit Trek or the Manaslu Circuit Trek with Tsum Valley?

Manaslu Trek with Tsum Valley provides profound value to the trek. It takes you to the natural wonders of the Himalayas and explores the region’s spiritualism. It is better for those with extended time and desire to explore cultural insights deeply. The Manaslu Circuit trek is a better option for those who have limited time and are interested in standard trekking. It focuses more on the adventure and the natural beauty of Manaslu.

How can I charge my devices?

You will get access to electricity during your stay in guesthouses as well you can carry a power bank if you prefer to be more reliant on yourself as there is no certain possibility of wet enough electricity to charge your electric appliances. Also based on seasons, some of the guesthouses can charge some extra amount for charging the electric appliances due to the limited electricity in the region.

What are the permits required for the Manaslu Circuit Trek?

Three permits are required to trek in the Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek: Manaslu Conservation Area Permit (MCAP).<br /> Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP).<br /> Special Restricted Area Permit (SRAP).

How can I get internet access through data during the trek and what is the condition of wifi there?

You can buy a SIM card from Ncell or NTC for data packages during your trip. It will offer you a variety of different data packages with different amounts of charges. You only need a photocopy of your passport and a pp-size photo to get the SIM from any seller. For data packages, Ncell: *17123# NTC: *1415# The WIFI services, it is available during the stay in guesthouses. Remember all the guesthouses may not have a WIFI connection with them and again those who have can charge you some extra amount for the WIFI connection provided to you. It is due to the expensive internet service there and too difficult to manage a proper connection.

What to do if you suffer from altitude sickness?

If you or somebody is suffering from mountain sickness, immediately inform the guide. There are various ways to deal with the situation and they are professional in this regard. Besides consulting with the guide, one can descend to a lower altitude to acclimatize. However, if the condition is worse, it is crucial to evacuate from the location for professional medical attention. There are emergency helicopter rescue services available for such cases and our company will assist trekkers in arranging the service

What documents are necessary to get a Restricted Area Permit?

To get a Restricted Area Permit, you need to submit, your scanned passport size photo, trekking schedule, and a passport number.

Will somebody come to pick me up at the airport upon my arrival?

One of our airport representatives will be at the airport to welcome you. He will be carrying the <strong>Hike Holiday Treks </strong>placard with your name underneath. He will take you to your hotel and help you to check in.

Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek – 21 Days

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21 Days

Trip Duration

Difficulty

Moderate

Activities

Nepal Treks

Group Size

min 2 People

Max. Altitude

5220m./17126ft.

Destination

Nepal

Best season

March to May and Sept to Nov

Meals

21 Breakfast
18 Lunch
18 Dinner

Accommodation

3- star hotel at Kathmandu
Guesthouse during trek

Transportation

Private Vehicle

Highlights of Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek – 21 Days

The journey between unspoiled nature and tranquility
Journey through several ancient villages and ethnic settlements
Spectacular view of mountain peaks and the following ranges
The magnificent beauty of landscapes of high hills, valleys, and mountains in a frame with all the combination of the nature
Witnessing rare species of flora and fauna
Witnessing the diverse and strange culture of ethnic communities of Himalayan people
Stunning views of sunrise and sunset from the high altitude perspective
Experience of teahouse trek
Taste of different local food items and dishes in different places
Sightseeing tour of Kathmandu which covers the historical, cultural, and traditional values
Witnessing the off-world places over the lap of the mountains
Experiencing the traditional living style

Trip Overview of Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek – 21 Days

Manaslu Region is an immense and diverse Himalayan region in the mountains of Nepal. It is home to the most tranquility and unspoiled nature. The region has recently opened to outsiders, so, it is also the least traveled other trekking regions of Nepal. It holds several trekking trails while covering nature and the ecosystem at the lap of the mountain. Among the most well-known and traveled by trekkers, Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek stands as an exceptional journey to cover the adventure and the beauty of the Himalayas.

Manaslu region has its name from the eighth highest peak in the world Mt. Manaslu with an elevation of 8163m. So, the region of the peak holds the proper mountain elevation and its ecosystem to be on the bucket list of most travel enthusiasts. It drives them to the majestic landscapes of the upper mountain region of Nepal and its diverse combination of flora and fauna. The region is also very popular for holding the ethnic cultures that are preserved by the people residing there for a long ago.

So, the trek of Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek is designed by focusing on the elements of traveling that are found inside the region. It is more concentrated on the point of a very beautiful valley called the Tsum Valley which lies between the laps of high hills and some of the highest peaks in the world. The valley is so enormously beautiful making itself the highlight of the region. And this trek also relies on the same basis to cover the immense beauty of the Manaslu Region.

Here, we brought you the package of this trek properly planned and with a separate itinerary to cover mentioning and highlighting features that we can find inside the region. The itinerary follows the 21 days of continuous traveling which follows the trail and the routes inside the Manaslu region to form an exceptional traveling journey. Stick within here to have the detailed itinerary below.

Detail Itinerary of Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek – 21 Days

Day 1: Arrival In Kathmandu Valley , Altitude: 1400m

The itinerary of this trek all starts upon your arrival at the airport. You will find one of our office representatives waiting for you or our staff to pick you up from there at TIA (Tribhuvan International Airport). They will pick you up from the airport and take you to the hotel. From there you can have some time for refreshment or use the remaining time to explore the streets of the Kathmandu Valley and try out some of the local foods out there.

You will get your overnight stay in a hotel in Kathmandu.

Activity & Duration

30 mintues drive

Highest Altitude

1400m. (Kathmandu)

Meals

Breakfast included

Accommodation

Overnight at 3-star Hotel

Day 2: Sightseeing tour of Kathmandu, Altitude: 1400m

On the second day of this itinerary, you will get a sightseeing tour of Kathmandu Valley. It is itself a very diverse course of traveling as it holds enormous sites that mention the historical and traditional values in themselves. So, we are only focusing on some of the UNESCO-listed sites in the World heritage.

You will get a visit to the Pashupatinath Temple, a very holy and sacred place for Hindu people. There you will see Hindu devotees from all over the world having pilgrimages, and very strange rituals. After the Pashupatinath, you will be taken to the Kathmandu Durbar Square, which is an ancient city. There you will get the sight of old palaces and temples, which were built by different rulers and kings in the past. There you will witness the amazing culture of the Newari people and the ancient architecture.

After Durbar Square, the sightseeing tour moves to the Swayambhunath temple, a very devoted stupa of Buddhists. It is located at the hillock from where you can have the sightseeing panorama of the whole Kathmandu valley. There you also see the different art and crafts at the sale around the temple.

Activity & Duration

3-4 hour sightseeing tour

Highest Altitude

1400m. (Kathmandu)

Meals

Breakfast included

Accommodation

Overnight at 3-star Hotel

Day 3: Kathmandu To Maccha Khola, Altitude: 1400m to 900m Duration: 8 hours of drive

On this day after breakfast, we will be moving to Maccha kh0ola via drive through the mid-hill road of Nepal. It approximately takes us the drive time of about 8 hours from Kathmandu Valley to get there in Maccha Khola.

The road passes through places like Arughat, and Teri Besi to get bumpy roads to reach Maccha Khola.

Your stay will be in Maccha Khola.

Activity & Duration

7-8 hours drive

Highest Altitude

900m. (Machha Khola)

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Accommodation

Overnight at Guesthouse

Day 4: Maccha Khola to Jagat, Altitude: 900m to 1290m Duration: 5 to 6 hours of trek

From today, we will begin our actual trekking journey as we will move towards Jagat, after breakfast. The trail goes ascending and descending alongside the Khorlabesi and through the Tatopani. In Tatopani, you can have a look at the decent natural hot spring.

After crossing the Budhi Gandaki through the suspension Bridge, you will get a forest trail that again goes through Dovan Khola, which takes us to the Budhi Gandaki Valley, and have some ascend to get there in Jagat.

There is Jagat, you will get your overnight stay.

Activity & Duration

5-6 hours hike

Highest Altitude

1290m. (Jagat)

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Accommodation

Overnight at Guesthouse

Day 5: JAGAT to Chisopani, Altitude: 1290m to 1660m Duration: 5 hours of Trek

With the fresh morning bin Jagat, we will start the journey from there after having a local breakfast. The trail starts to get a little rocky and rough on its way to Chisopani. The beginning ascend takes us to the Salleri and another descent from there takes us to the Sirdibas and goes up to the Ghatta Khola.

Through the Ghatta Khola, we will ascend to Philim, a very beautiful and pretty large Gurung village, from where you will get a stunning view of Sringi Himal. After some another ascend we will arrive at the Chisopani.

The overnight stay will be there in Chisopani.

Activity & Duration

5 hours hike

Highest Altitude

1660m. (Chisopani)

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Accommodation

Overnight at Guesthouse

Day 6: Chisopani to Chumling, Altitude: 1660m to 2386m Duration: 6 hours of trek

Another ascend will be waiting for us from Chisopani to Chumling. So, after breakfast, we will begin our journey towards Chumling. The trail crosses through the gorge, where after that it goes through the waterfall. You will also get a journey out of rhododendron and pine forest.

We continue our trek to get there in Lokpa Village, from where we descend via Gumlung to get there in Chumling. It is also known as Lower Tsum Valley.

Overnight stay will be there in a local guest house in Chumling.

Activity & Duration

6 hours hike

Highest Altitude

2386m. (Chumling)

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Accommodation

Overnight at Guesthouse

Day 7: Chumling To Chhokangparo, Altitude: 2386m to 3010m Duration: 4 hours

After chumling, our next point will be to get there in Chhokangparo. It is the way to open up the way to Upper Tsum Valley. From there with a little ascend we will drive up to the Tsum Valley in our footsteps. Upon arriving at Tsum Valley, we will get to see a flat land with a small settlement of ethnic people of the Himalayas. It is comparatively a small flat land between two big hills of Chhekam and Paro.

From there you can have a stunning view of Ganesh Himal, with the spectacular following range of Himal chuli. More amazingly, what you can witness is the ethnic community living there with limited resources along their culture. They also rely on farming at such altitudes with the traditional methods. It is one of the best and the most beautiful valleys among the settlements in the mountain region of the Himalayas.

After some time there, we will be following our footsteps towards Chhokangparo exploring the valley. After having some ascending path we will arrive at the Nile/Chhule. It lies along the western side of Shiar Khola. There at a little distance, we can have a Piren Phu cave which is also popularly known as Pigeon Cave. It is believed to be a sacred cave for the people of Tsum Valley. It is located on a rough cliff near the village of Burji. A very famous Tibetan saint is believed to have meditated here in the past.

After the cave, the trail follows us to several local gompas, murals, and mane walls to get there in Chhokangparo. While arriving there you will witness the massive prayer flags on the way.

The overnight stay will be managed at the village of Chhokangparo.

Activity & Duration

4 hours hike

Highest Altitude

3010m. (Chhokangparo)

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Accommodation

Overnight at Guesthouse

Day 8: Chhokangparo to the Nile, Altitude: 3010m to 3361m Duration: 6 hours of trek

On the morning of the eighth day of our itinerary, we will ascend from the Chhokangparo, for our next destination of the Nile. Through the small village and several tiny settlements, we will head towards the ridge of Chortens. Until there you will already have a massive and magnificent view of the landscapes of mountain geography. On the arrival of Lama Gaon, you will witness the farming field above the altitude of 3000m. From there in distance, we will arrive at the Rache Gompa. From there we will cross the Shiyar Khola, passing through the Phurbe and Pangdun. After that, the larger village will arrive. It is the villahge of Chhule.

From there we head towards the Nile. Throughout the way, you will see the people and children all wearing traditional dresses. While arriving at the Nile we will be still at the touch part of Tsum Valley.

The overnight stay will be at Nile.

Activity & Duration

6 hours hike

Highest Altitude

3361m. (Nile)

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Accommodation

Overnight at Guesthouse

Day 9: Nile to Mu Gompa, Altitude: 3361m to 3770m Duration: 5 hours of trek

From the Nile, the trail starts to ascend towards the biggest monastery of the Manaslu region. The monastery of Mu Gumpa. It holds a large sum of historical and religious significance. It was established in 1895 AD. It is also located in the remotest part of Nepal, with the images and spiritual values of the Himalayan people. We will be visiting the monastery.

The overnight will be there in Mu Gompa.

Activity & Duration

5 hours hike

Highest Altitude

3770m. (Mu Gompa)

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Accommodation

Overnight at Guesthouse

Day 10: Mu Gompa to Ranchen Gompa, Altitude: 3770m to 3240m Duration: 5 hours of trek

With the morning breakfast at Mu Gompa, we will head towards the Ranchen Gompa trail crossing the Shier Khola. We will be walking beside the Tibet border. Until there is arrival in Ranchen Gompa, we will be crossing through several terrains and rocky cliffs. Ranchen Gompa is the largest nunnery in the Region.

You will have your overnight there in Ranchen Gompa.

Activity & Duration

5 hours hike

Highest Altitude

3240m. (Ranchen Gompa)

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Accommodation

Overnight at Guesthouse

Day 11: Trek to Deng, Altitude: 3240m to 1860m Duration: 8 hours of trek

From Ranchen Gompa we will be having a massive descent in altitude to get there in Deng. The trail is full of stunning scenery and the spectacular beauty of mountain geography. To descend to Deng it nearly takes us a trek of about 8 hours from Ranchen Gompa.

After arriving in Deng, we will manage an overnight stay in a local guesthouse.

Activity & Duration

8 hours hike

Highest Altitude

1860m. (Deng)

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Accommodation

Overnight at Guesthouse

Day 12: Trek To Namrung, Altitude: 1860m to 2900m Duration: 5 hours of trek

Overnights at Deng will be the midpoint of this trek as we are at the halfway point to finish the itinerary. So, after breakfast, we will begin our trek to the next point on our map for the village of Namrung. To get in the Namrung, the trail is full of mane walls, prayer flags, prayer stones, and carved stones with the Holy Scriptures, so this day is going to be more spiritual.

After the spiritual ascending route we will arrive at the village of Namrung.

Activity & Duration

5 hours hike

Highest Altitude

2900m. (Namrung)

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Accommodation

Overnight at Guesthouse

Day 13: Namrung to Lho Ghan, Altitude: 2900m to 3180m Duration: 4 hours of trek

From Namrung, we will head towards the Lho Ghan, after breakfast. The trail goes inside the alpine forest through the uphill climb. You will start to get the massive and stunning glimpse of Manaslu, from there. It will take us to get there between 4 hours of trek.

The overnight stay will be there in Lho Ghan.

Activity & Duration

4 hours hike

Highest Altitude

3180m. (Lho Ghan)

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Accommodation

Overnight at Guesthouse

Day 14: Trek To Samagaon, Altitude: 3180m to 3500m Duration: 6 hours

After the Lho Ghan, the samagaon will be waiting for us. So, we will start our trek after breakfast. Again the trail is full of Mani walls and the prayer flags. You will also witness the Pungen Glaciers on the way to the Samagaon. After some distance, we will arrive at Samagaon.

We will be staying there at Samagaon for a night.

Activity & Duration

6 hours hike

Highest Altitude

3500m. (Samagaon)

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Accommodation

Overnight at Guesthouse

Day 15: Acclimatization Day at Samagaon, Altitude: 3500m

Today we will be staying at the Samagaon for the acclimatization for the higher altitude. From the next day after leaving the elevation starts to climb up above the elevation of 4000m plus from the sea level. So, the rest of the day can be used as refreshment and the rest on its own. You can also explore the ethnic village of Samagaon. There is a wide choice of local foods and dishes to try out for. It would be an amazing experience to have the test of the local food in their origin places.

And after the afternoon we will conduct a short hike to Birendra Tal to see the glaciers with it. Birendra Tal is another beautiful lake, which sits at the lap of Mt. Manaslu. It will be a great view to have a fresh lake down the glacier of Manaslu.

The overnight will be at a guesthouse.

Activity & Duration

rest day

Highest Altitude

3500m. (Samagaon)

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Accommodation

Overnight at Guesthouse

Day 16: Trek to Dharmashala, Altitude: 3500m to 4450m Duration: 7 hours of trek

After breakfast, we will continue our trek with the gradual climbing of the uphill trail. The trail comes with a majestic view of the mountain peaks. It will take us to the Samdo, which is a Tibetan refugee village.

After having some further walks and crossing the streams and some rough paths we will arrive at the Larkya Bazer. It was a trading point with the trade with Tibet. From there with more further ascend of an hour we will arrive at the Dharamshala.

The night stay will be there in Dharamshala in a guesthouse.

Activity & Duration

7 hours hike

Highest Altitude

4450m. (Dharmashala)

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Accommodation

Overnight at Guesthouse

Day 17: Trek to Bhimphedi, Altitude: 4450m to 5220m Duration: 8 hours of walk

Today the walk will be a little longer than the other days as we will pass through the proper Himalayan terrains. The trail through the terrains offers us a panorama view of Himlung Himal, Cheo Himal, Gyagi Kung, Kang Koru, and Annapurna Himal. We will have a massive ascend and descend to get there in Bhimphedi.

The overnight walk will be there at Bhimphedi in a local guest house.

Activity & Duration

8 hours hike

Highest Altitude

5220m. (Bhimphedi)

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Accommodation

Overnight at Guesthouse

Day 18: Trek To Tilije, Altitude: 5220m to 2300m Duration: 5 hours of trek

Today there will be a massive fall in altitude as we will be de3scentring towards the Tilije. It covers nearly 3000m of altitude to get there in Tilije. The trail is full of forest downhill, through the Rhododendron and pine forest. The journey of this day will be of a great passing through several natural features.

The overnight stay will be at the Tilije in a guesthouse.

Activity & Duration

5 hours hike

Highest Altitude

2300m. (Tilij)

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Accommodation

Overnight at Guesthouse

Day 19: Trek to Chamje, Altitude: 2300m to 1410m Duration: 7 hours of trek

Today will be the last walking trek of this Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek. After the local breakfast in Tilij, we will again descend to Chamje. The trail for today goes through the ridges. The trail will be stone-paved to Dharapani. Until there several small settlements and villages arrive in the way. We will also walk across the Thonje village crossing the Dhud koshi.

After the Dudh Koshi, we will enter the Annapurna Sacutarary, another diverse region of Nepal for trekking. From there we will arrive at the Karte village, and with some further walking, we will cross the popular Marshyangdi River. Recently after crossing the river, you will see the village of Tal and a beautiful big waterfall coming down the mountain region, then we will arrive at the Chamje.

We will stay there for the overnight.

Activity & Duration

7 hours hike

Highest Altitude

1410m. (Chamje)

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Accommodation

Overnight at Guesthouse

Day 20: Drive to Kathmandu Altitude: 1410m to 1400m Duration: 8 hours of driving

Today our itinerary will be at the end with the drive back to Kathmandu. We will walk a little from Chamje to Beshisahar. From there you will get a pick from a private vehicle to get there in Kathmandu.

It will take us 8 hours of driving to get there through the mid-hill road. You can enjoy the view and the great scenery while you are at drive.

After arriving in Kathmandu, you will be dropped at the hottest. There you can have some rest or have some fun at Thamel nightlife before your departure.

In the evening you will join the farewell dinner orgainsed by Hike Holiday Treks.

Your overnight stay will be at a hotel In Kathmandu.

Activity & Duration

8 hours drive

Highest Altitude

1400m. (Kathmandu)

Meals

Breakfast and Dinner included

Accommodation

Overnight at 3- star Hotel

Day 21: Departure

You will get a farewell in the morning in your Hotel and you will be picked up from there to get you to the TIA (Tribhuvan International Airport). From there you are ending your trek officially and get your departure from there.

Activity & Duration

30 mintues drive

Highest Altitude

1400m. (Kathmandu)

Meals

Breakfast included

Includes and Excludes

What is included?

All airport/hotel transfers are included
Three nights’ accommodation with breakfast at a 3-star category hotel in Kathmandu
A full day sightseeing tours
Full board meals with tea/coffee (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) during the trek
Best available twin sharing lodge to lodge accommodation during the trek
One highly experienced, helpful, and friendly guide, porter (1 porter for two people), and their food, accommodation, salary, equipment, and accidental insurance for all staff
Surface transfer from Kathmandu – Arughat by private jeep and Arughat to Machha Khola by local jeep. Similarly, transport from Dharapani – Beshisahar by public jeep and Beshisahar – Kathmandu by private car
Manaslu and Tsum Valley special trekking permits and Annapurna and Manaslu conservation fees.
Hike Holiday Treks Down jacket and sleeping bag use while trekking and Duffle bag for trekking
A farewell dinner after the completion of trekking
First aid medical kit
Government taxes and office service charges

What is excluded?

Meals not specified in the ‘Meal Inclusions’ in the itinerary
Travel Insurance
International airfare
Nepal Entry Visa: You can obtain a visa at ease upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu. (A multiple-entry tourist visa suitable for 30 days can be obtained by paying US $ 50 or equivalent foreign currency. Similarly, multiple-entry tourist visas for 90 days can be obtained by paying US $ 125. Please bring two copies of passport-size photos.)
Cold drinks, bottled or boiled water, snacks, and other personal expenses
Hot shower during the trek
Personal Trekking Equipment
Tips and gratuities for trekking staff and drivers

Trip Information

Best Time

The best time to trek over the trail of Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek depends upon your personal choice. It is not possible to pick any specific time as the best time as it is more of a personal interest and the features which you want in your trekking journey. So, by considering the choice and the features most of trekkers and travelers, the season of spring and the season of autumn are said to be the best seasons for this trek. This season offers diverse features as well as the best advantages to the trekkers.

In spring, all the flowering wildflowers will be blooming at the trail giving a very scenic walk throughout the route. The days will be longer, which gives you the chance to spend more time there. As well the weather will also be in a stable condition. The visibility will be clearer as the pre-monsoon rain washes all the dust in the air and provides the refreshing tranquility of the Himalayas. So, during Spring, the trail gets scenic, and a refreshing journey will be a great advantage.

And during Autumn, the trail gets very colorful, due to the changing phase of dry leaves. And the warm hue also adds more flavor to the journey. You will get the most stable weather of the year, and the most cleare4st visibility to enjoy the magnificent views and scenery of the Manaslu region. It makes the journey more mesmerizing after it gets the wind of the Himalayas. So, during the Autumn, the journey will get more mesmerizing and a scenic one to do trek in Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek.

Accommodation of Food And Drinks

The accommodation for this trek of Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek comes with the basic logistics. The services that are needed in a basic form are all covered by this package. The meal comes with the structure of Breakfast Meal and Dinner. All the stays are managed with the proper guesthouses. All the basic logistics will be covered.

The menu for foods will be more concentrated with the local foods which consist of Dal Bhat Tarkari, momo, chow mein, eggs, and other varieties of items. All of them are provided with the planned schedule. You will not that often get any of your favorite Western dishes as Manaslu is still a new trail in the trekking world and there are no such restaurants that provide services related to Western dishes.

The external expenses related to any kind of food drinks and beverages will be excluded or do not come inside the package. It includes services like sweets, desserts, ice cream, beverages, bars, etc. For more details, check the cost section or the exclude section.

Do compromise with the basic services provided to the lodges there in the Manaslu Tsum Valley trek as they all run with limited resources. All the goods are transported with the help of animals as there are no means of road transport there. So, they are unable to provide you with standard services like what you get inside the Kathmandu Valley.

Also, the prices of products and goods can be found more expensive than their marked price, so we recommend you not to get into arguments with locals as they also have very limited opportunity to earn some money and you know all the goods are taken by humans and animals.

The overnight stays will be all managed at the guesthouses during your travel.

Preparation and Fitness

As we talked about above, this trekking of Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek is a very diverse journey as well as more remote. So, you need to have prepared for the journey itinerary of about 21 days. So, it is not only heeded, it is necessary to stick with a proper plan and preparation before the trek.

Always prepare with the clothing as you are going to have a long journey over the remote part of Nepal. You may need more clothing than you think. So plan properly and carry as much as you think can hold you for a whole journey. But do not carry unnecessary amount clothing or any of the essentials as it may increase the weight of the backpacks and the essentials which can ruin your trekking experience.

Carry all the materials that you will need personally such as trekking poles, water bottles, electric appliances, and what you think you need the most during your journey.

Carry the first aid kid with some of the basic medical support materials as the Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek is a diverse and remote trek that carries the possibilities of unfortunate accidents, and in such cases, basic medical support can be a great help.

You need to be in good shape to do this trek as it covers proper mountain geography and ascending and descending terrains over cliffs. So, it is a necessary requirement for your personal experience to be in good shape to do this trek properly.

For better fitness during your journey, you can do some basic physical and breathing exercises about a month before the itinerary for best results.

Permits

You will need to get some permits to get access inside the Manaslu region as it is a protected area by the government of Nepal. You should take them from the government representative offices or the tourism board. All should be filled with the legal information of the issued person. Below are the permits to get before the Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek.

TIMS (Trekking Information Management System)
MCAP( Manaslu Conservation Area Permits)
ACAP(Annapurna Conservation Area Permits)
MRAP(Manaslu Restricted Area Permits)

All of the above should be taken with the government-issued stamps and the legal information filled in. Otherwise entering inside the premises of the national park without the permits is considered to be an illegal act and can be taken under the legal actions according to the circumstances.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a visa to get into Nepal?

Yes, you need a visa to visit and travel around Nepal. You need to have a valid passport too. You need a tourist visa to get inside Nepal. It can be issued upon your arrival at the airport. Indian citizens do not need a passport or visa to travel to Nepal or to do any kind of trekking activities.

What is the difficulty level of this trek?

This trek of Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek can be considered to be moderately hard as it goes indie the proper Himalayan terrains and the rough routes at some points and it also goes through some of the remotest parts of Nepal. But it also depends upon your experience in the trekking. So, if you are an experienced trekker you will find this trekking moderate and if you are a beginner then this could be a bit hard for you. But hardness is the way to have a great adventure.

Do I get a potter and a Travel guide along with this package?

Yes, you will get the travel guide and the potter along with this package. You do not need to worry about it. All the staff belonging to this itinerary of Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek are government-licensed and experienced in their field.

Is this trek suitable for beginners?

Yes, the trek is suitable for the beginner. But if you are an absolute beginner in this trekking world then we recommend you to try some short trekking or hiking before you choose to do such diverse trekking, as a hard trek can ruin your experience and leave you negative marks towards trekking. If you are a beginner and have done some short treks before then it is a good time to try out some more adventurous treks over the landscapes of the Himalayas.

Can I upgrade my accommodation facility to luxury during my stay in Kathmandu?

Yes, you can upgrade to a luxury class during your stay in Kathmandu. You need to have concerns with the trekking management. But during the trip, it is not possible as there is no availability of any luxury resorts or hotels in the Manaslu region over 3 star or nearer to it.

How do I recognize the staff or the representative waiting for me?

They will be waiting for you carrying a board or a template with your name written over or the company logo to get easy recognition. From there you will get a pick service from there in a private vehicle to the hotel.

What are the permits required for the Tsum Valley with Manaslu Trek?

Three permits are required to trek in the Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek:

Manaslu Conservation Area Permit (MCAP).

Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP).

Special Restricted Area Permit (SRAP).

What is the Manaslu region famous for?

Manaslu region is famous for its off-the-beaten-path surrounding the 8th highest mountain in the world, Mount Manaslu (8,163m). A diverse flora and fauna with a blend of authentic and remote ambiance is another attraction of the region.