Tsum Valley Trek cost and itinerary -

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Trekking Route: Arkhet-Jagat-Chhekem-Nile/Ripchet-Tatopani-Arkhet
Best Time: Sep to Nov and March to May
Transport: Bus
Minimum Pax: 2

Tsum Valley Trek cost and itinerary

The Tsum Valley Trek is a fascinating and culturally rich trekking route located in the Manaslu region of Nepal. This relatively remote and off-the-beaten-path trek takes you into the hidden Tsum Valley, renowned for its ancient Buddhist monasteries, traditional villages, and stunning Himalayan landscapes. Here’s some information about the Tsum Valley Trek:

Trekking duration and Permits: The trek usually takes around 18 days, including arrival and departure days in Kathmandu. Tsum Valley is a restricted area, you’ll need a special permit called the Manaslu Restricted Area Permit, in addition to the Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (MCAP) and the Trekker’s Information Management System (TIMS) card.

Trekking Permits  cost

  • USD 70 per person for the first week (September to November)
  • USD 50 per person for the first week (December to August)
  • USD 10 per person per day for each additional day beyond the first week
  • Please note that these permit fees are subject to change, and it’s always advisable to check with the respective authorities or your trekking agency for the most up-to-date information regarding permit costs.

How to go Trek: The trek generally begins from Suti Khola, a small town in the Gorkha district. You can reach Arughat by road transportation from Kathmandu.

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Traditional and Cultural in Tsum Valley Trek:  The main highlight of the trek is exploring the Tsum Valley, which is known for its rich cultural heritage and ancient Buddhist traditions. You’ll visit monasteries such as Mu Gompa, Rachen Gompa, and other Buddhist landmarks along the way. The valley is also home to warm and welcoming ethnic communities, providing insight into their unique lifestyle and customs.

Where Gorkha Tsum Valley: The Tsum Valley Trek is often combined with the Manaslu Circuit Trek, which circumnavigates Mount Manaslu, the eighth-highest peak in the world. By combining the two treks, you can experience a diverse range of landscapes, from lush forests to high mountain passes.

Accommodation Service in Trek: Along the trekking route, you’ll find teahouses and lodges for accommodation. However, the facilities in Tsum Valley may be more basic compared to popular trekking areas like the Everest or Annapurna regions. Camping is also an option in some areas where teahouse accommodations are limited.

Best time to Make plans to make the Tsum Valley trek to Gorkha: The best time to undertake the Tsum Valley Trek is during the spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) seasons. These months offer relatively stable weather, clear skies, and moderate temperatures, providing the best conditions for trekking in the region.

You must go Tsum Valley Trek through a Trekking Agency: It is recommended to go through a reputable trekking agency, hire an experienced guide, and ensure you have the proper gear and equipment for a safe and successful trek. The Tsum Valley Trek offers a unique and enriching experience, allowing you to explore a lesser-known part of Nepal and immerse yourself in its cultural and natural wonders.

Food Items during the trek: Regarding food, the teahouses and lodges along the Tsum Valley trekking route, usually have extensive menus offering a variety of meals to choose from. You can expect a mix of local Nepali dishes, as well as international options like pasta, pizza, fried

Drinking water Tsum Valley Trek cost and itinerary  Most teahouses along the Tsum Valley Trek offer boiled water for a small fee. Boiling water for at least 3 minutes kills most bacteria and viruses. However, ensure that the water has been brought to a rolling boil and allowed to cool before drinking.

Batteries Charging Service in Tsum Valley Grkha: In most of the trekking regions, there is electricity whereby you will be able to charge your iPod and Camera batteries but they charge you extra money 100 to 400 Nepali rupees per hour.

Land Transport Service during the Tsum Valley Trek: Take a Jeep or Local bus to Suti Khola, it takes a 7-8 hour drive from Kathmandu.

Tsum Valley trek cost Per Person  | We require a minimum of 2 pax groups.

Day Destination Altitude Walking Hour Accommodation
1 Arrival Kathmandu and transfer to hotel 1300 One hour drive from airport to hotel Hotel in Kathmandu
2 Day Free in Kathmandu 1300 Free visit Hotel in Kathmandu with B&B Service
3 Kathmandu-Sutikhola Jeep Drive 700 7-hours Lodge
4 Sutikhola to Machhe Khola 890 5-6-hours Lodge
5 Machhe Khola to Jagat 1340 5-6-hours Lodge
6 Jagat to Lokpa | Need Tsum valley especial trekking permit 2240 5-6-hours Lodge
7 Lokpa to Chumling | Need Tsum valley especial trekking permit 2386 5-6-hours Lodge
8 Chumling to Chhekamparo | Need Tsum valley especial trekking permit 3010 5-6-hours Lodge
9 Chhekamparo to Nile | Need Tsum valley especial trekking permit 3361 4-5-hours Lodge
10 Nile to Mu Gompa | Need Tsum valley especial trekking permit 3700 4-hours Lodge
11 Mu Gompa Explore and hike to Dhepyudonna Gompa 4030 5-6-hours Lodge
12 Mu Gompa to Chhekam Paro 3310 5-6-hours Lodge
13 Chhekam Paro to Lokpa 2240 6-hours Lodge
14 Lokpa to Jagat 1340 6-hours Lodge
15 Jagat to Machhe Khola 890 6-7-hours Lodge
16 Machhe Khola to Suti Khola. 700 5-6-hours bus Lodge
17 Suitikhola -Kathmandu by Jeep 1300 Free visit Hotel in Kathmandu with B&B Service
18 Free day at Kathmandu 1300 Free Visit Hotel including with Breakfast.
19 Departure Flying out Flight to Country At Home

Tsum Valley Trekking cost 1370 $ Per Person

cost Includes

  • Arrival & departure transport service.
  • Hotel in Kathmandu with bed and breakfast as per itinerary.
  • A day three times meals-Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner during the trek.
  • 3000 rs per day per person for the meals and lodge accommodations,
  • English- speaking –Government licensed holder trekking guide.
  • Over the 6 Pax group, we will provide you with an experienced mountain Leader, who has the best trained Hotel Management (NATHM) Mountain Leader Course, Component 1-2, Navigation Course, Rock climbing Course, Mountain rescue Training and Basic Mountaineering training, etc.
  • Company paper working and Government taxes etc.
  • Privet Jeep to Kathmandu-SutiKhola-Kathmandu 40,000 Rs
  • Manaslu park fees 2,000 rs.
  • Tsum valley special trekking permit 50 $ per week per person.
  • Porter to carry your bag 2 Member one porter.
  • Experience trekking guide salary & insurance.

Tsum Valley Trekking cost Excludes

  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
  • Personal equipment for Trekking.
  • Your Travels insurance Policy encases accidents and High Altitude sickness.
  • Personal expenses.
  • Tips for Nepali staff.
  • Soft and hard drinks Such as Beer, Coke, Fanta, and Mineral water.
  • Kathmandu entrée visa fee 15 Days 30 US$ and for the 30 Days 50 US$, you can obtain your visa in Kathmandu airport if you have not taken from your country.
  • Please bring 2 passport size pictures.
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What equipment do we need for the trekking?

Normally, you need to bring with you flowing equipment. + walking boot If possible Gore tax boot is better. + Warm socks and Gaiters in case of rain or snow. + Day carry bag and Down Jacket over 4,000 meters. + Sleeping bag and others which are not mansions here.

When is the best time to do Tsum Valley trek?

September to November and March to May

What is the temperature in Tsum valley Trek ?

Day time normal and during Night 3-6 degree.

How much does it cost for the trek?

Tsum valley trek cost 1280: US$ per person minimum of the 2 people in the group

Which permit for the this Trek?

Manasulu National park permit and Tsum valley especial Trekking Permit.

Do we need Guide Porters during the this trek?

Yes, If you take a Guide and porter, cook, and camping gear then very safe trip for this trek. It is better to book your trip with an agency if something happens then easy to solve any problem and full responsibility from the Trekking agency.

How is Accommodations?

Tea house lodge

What kinds of foods?

Chinese, Nepali, Tibetans, Indian and Italian dish.

How long we walk per day?

5/7 hours of walking per day.

Do we see the mountains?

Yes, you can see Manasulu (8,163m), Sarangi Himal (7,161m), Ganesh Himal (7,429m), and many other mountain views including visits to many Gompas.

What documents need for Permit?

Passport photocopy (should be very clear with color scan) and validity minimum 6 months. 2 passport-size photos. Occupation. Home details address. Insurance copy

What is the include in this cost?

Arrival & departure transport service. Hotel in Kathmandu with bed and breakfast as per itinerary. A day three times meals-Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner during the trek. 3000 rs per day per person for the meals and lodge accommodations, English- speaking –Government licensed holder trekking guide. Over the 6 Pax group, we will provide you experience mountain Leader, who has the best trained Hotel Management (NATHM) Mountain Leader Course, Component 1-2, Navigation Course, Rock climbing Course, Mountain rescue Training and Basic Mountaineering training, etc. Company paper working and Government taxes etc. Privet Jeep to Kathmandu-SutiKhola-Kathmandu 40,000 Rs Manaslu park fees 2,000 rs. Tsum valley special trekking permit 50 $ per week per person. Porter to carry your bag 2 Member one porter. Experience trekking guide salary & insurance.

How do we know about mountain sickness?

Feels like hangover & Feeling not good/ Headache/ Shortness of Breath/ Loss of appetite/ Sleep not good/ vomiting/ fevers etc.

Dose it is safe? If females travel alone to Nepal Trekking and Climbing?

Yes, if a woman travels alone to Nepal no problem but you take a guide or porter from a registered trekking agency because the trekking company is fully responsible for trekking and Mountain climbing. Our agency staff always take care of you, and they will provide you a single room single tent during the tea house trek and during the climbing trek. But if you contact freelance Guide then you get many problems they try to make chit for a single woman. Therefore if you book a guide porter with un agency then it is good safe your Holyday travel to Nepal.

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What equipment do we need for the trekking?

Normally, you need to bring with you flowing equipment. + walking boot If possible Gore tax boot is better. + Warm socks and Gaiters in case of rain or snow. + Day carry bag and Down Jacket over 4,000 meters. + Sleeping bag and others which are not mansions here.

When is the best time to do Tsum Valley trek?

September to November and March to May

What is the temperature in Tsum valley Trek ?

Day time normal and during Night 3-6 degree.

How much does it cost for the trek?

Tsum valley trek cost 1280: US$ per person minimum of the 2 people in the group

Which permit for the this Trek?

Manasulu National park permit and Tsum valley especial Trekking Permit.

Do we need Guide Porters during the this trek?

Yes, If you take a Guide and porter, cook, and camping gear then very safe trip for this trek. It is better to book your trip with an agency if something happens then easy to solve any problem and full responsibility from the Trekking agency.

How is Accommodations?

Tea house lodge

What kinds of foods?

Chinese, Nepali, Tibetans, Indian and Italian dish.

How long we walk per day?

5/7 hours of walking per day.

Do we see the mountains?

Yes, you can see Manasulu (8,163m), Sarangi Himal (7,161m), Ganesh Himal (7,429m), and many other mountain views including visits to many Gompas.

What documents need for Permit?

Passport photocopy (should be very clear with color scan) and validity minimum 6 months. 2 passport-size photos. Occupation. Home details address. Insurance copy

What is the include in this cost?

Arrival & departure transport service. Hotel in Kathmandu with bed and breakfast as per itinerary. A day three times meals-Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner during the trek. 3000 rs per day per person for the meals and lodge accommodations, English- speaking –Government licensed holder trekking guide. Over the 6 Pax group, we will provide you experience mountain Leader, who has the best trained Hotel Management (NATHM) Mountain Leader Course, Component 1-2, Navigation Course, Rock climbing Course, Mountain rescue Training and Basic Mountaineering training, etc. Company paper working and Government taxes etc. Privet Jeep to Kathmandu-SutiKhola-Kathmandu 40,000 Rs Manaslu park fees 2,000 rs. Tsum valley special trekking permit 50 $ per week per person. Porter to carry your bag 2 Member one porter. Experience trekking guide salary & insurance.

How do we know about mountain sickness?

Feels like hangover & Feeling not good/ Headache/ Shortness of Breath/ Loss of appetite/ Sleep not good/ vomiting/ fevers etc.

Dose it is safe? If females travel alone to Nepal Trekking and Climbing?

Yes, if a woman travels alone to Nepal no problem but you take a guide or porter from a registered trekking agency because the trekking company is fully responsible for trekking and Mountain climbing. Our agency staff always take care of you, and they will provide you a single room single tent during the tea house trek and during the climbing trek. But if you contact freelance Guide then you get many problems they try to make chit for a single woman. Therefore if you book a guide porter with un agency then it is good safe your Holyday travel to Nepal.

Expand/Close
What equipment do we need for the trekking?

Normally, you need to bring with you flowing equipment. + walking boot If possible Gore tax boot is better. + Warm socks and Gaiters in case of rain or snow. + Day carry bag and Down Jacket over 4,000 meters. + Sleeping bag and others which are not mansions here.

When is the best time to do Tsum Valley trek?

September to November and March to May

What is the temperature in Tsum valley Trek ?

Day time normal and during Night 3-6 degree.

How much does it cost for the trek?

Tsum valley trek cost 1280: US$ per person minimum of the 2 people in the group

Which permit for the this Trek?

Manasulu National park permit and Tsum valley especial Trekking Permit.

Do we need Guide Porters during the this trek?

Yes, If you take a Guide and porter, cook, and camping gear then very safe trip for this trek. It is better to book your trip with an agency if something happens then easy to solve any problem and full responsibility from the Trekking agency.

How is Accommodations?

Tea house lodge

What kinds of foods?

Chinese, Nepali, Tibetans, Indian and Italian dish.

How long we walk per day?

5/7 hours of walking per day.

Do we see the mountains?

Yes, you can see Manasulu (8,163m), Sarangi Himal (7,161m), Ganesh Himal (7,429m), and many other mountain views including visits to many Gompas.

What documents need for Permit?

Passport photocopy (should be very clear with color scan) and validity minimum 6 months. 2 passport-size photos. Occupation. Home details address. Insurance copy

What is the include in this cost?

Arrival & departure transport service. Hotel in Kathmandu with bed and breakfast as per itinerary. A day three times meals-Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner during the trek. 3000 rs per day per person for the meals and lodge accommodations, English- speaking –Government licensed holder trekking guide. Over the 6 Pax group, we will provide you experience mountain Leader, who has the best trained Hotel Management (NATHM) Mountain Leader Course, Component 1-2, Navigation Course, Rock climbing Course, Mountain rescue Training and Basic Mountaineering training, etc. Company paper working and Government taxes etc. Privet Jeep to Kathmandu-SutiKhola-Kathmandu 40,000 Rs Manaslu park fees 2,000 rs. Tsum valley special trekking permit 50 $ per week per person. Porter to carry your bag 2 Member one porter. Experience trekking guide salary & insurance.

How do we know about mountain sickness?

Feels like hangover & Feeling not good/ Headache/ Shortness of Breath/ Loss of appetite/ Sleep not good/ vomiting/ fevers etc.

Dose it is safe? If females travel alone to Nepal Trekking and Climbing?

Yes, if a woman travels alone to Nepal no problem but you take a guide or porter from a registered trekking agency because the trekking company is fully responsible for trekking and Mountain climbing. Our agency staff always take care of you, and they will provide you a single room single tent during the tea house trek and during the climbing trek. But if you contact freelance Guide then you get many problems they try to make chit for a single woman. Therefore if you book a guide porter with un agency then it is good safe your Holyday travel to Nepal.

Expand/Close
What equipment do we need for the trekking?

Normally, you need to bring with you flowing equipment. + walking boot If possible Gore tax boot is better. + Warm socks and Gaiters in case of rain or snow. + Day carry bag and Down Jacket over 4,000 meters. + Sleeping bag and others which are not mansions here.

When is the best time to do Tsum Valley trek?

September to November and March to May

What is the temperature in Tsum valley Trek ?

Day time normal and during Night 3-6 degree.

How much does it cost for the trek?

Tsum valley trek cost 1280: US$ per person minimum of the 2 people in the group

Which permit for the this Trek?

Manasulu National park permit and Tsum valley especial Trekking Permit.

Do we need Guide Porters during the this trek?

Yes, If you take a Guide and porter, cook, and camping gear then very safe trip for this trek. It is better to book your trip with an agency if something happens then easy to solve any problem and full responsibility from the Trekking agency.

How is Accommodations?

Tea house lodge

What kinds of foods?

Chinese, Nepali, Tibetans, Indian and Italian dish.

How long we walk per day?

5/7 hours of walking per day.

Do we see the mountains?

Yes, you can see Manasulu (8,163m), Sarangi Himal (7,161m), Ganesh Himal (7,429m), and many other mountain views including visits to many Gompas.

What documents need for Permit?

Passport photocopy (should be very clear with color scan) and validity minimum 6 months. 2 passport-size photos. Occupation. Home details address. Insurance copy

What is the include in this cost?

Arrival & departure transport service. Hotel in Kathmandu with bed and breakfast as per itinerary. A day three times meals-Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner during the trek. 3000 rs per day per person for the meals and lodge accommodations, English- speaking –Government licensed holder trekking guide. Over the 6 Pax group, we will provide you experience mountain Leader, who has the best trained Hotel Management (NATHM) Mountain Leader Course, Component 1-2, Navigation Course, Rock climbing Course, Mountain rescue Training and Basic Mountaineering training, etc. Company paper working and Government taxes etc. Privet Jeep to Kathmandu-SutiKhola-Kathmandu 40,000 Rs Manaslu park fees 2,000 rs. Tsum valley special trekking permit 50 $ per week per person. Porter to carry your bag 2 Member one porter. Experience trekking guide salary & insurance.

How do we know about mountain sickness?

Feels like hangover & Feeling not good/ Headache/ Shortness of Breath/ Loss of appetite/ Sleep not good/ vomiting/ fevers etc.

Dose it is safe? If females travel alone to Nepal Trekking and Climbing?

Yes, if a woman travels alone to Nepal no problem but you take a guide or porter from a registered trekking agency because the trekking company is fully responsible for trekking and Mountain climbing. Our agency staff always take care of you, and they will provide you a single room single tent during the tea house trek and during the climbing trek. But if you contact freelance Guide then you get many problems they try to make chit for a single woman. Therefore if you book a guide porter with un agency then it is good safe your Holyday travel to Nepal.

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