tsum valley trek
TSUM VALLEY TREKKING
“a marvelous adventure on the mid west Himalaya around remote valley of Happiness of Tsum”
Highlights:
“A marvelous journey at the end of Nepal Mid West, a hidden Shangri-La of Himalaya
On the least explored and unspoiled areas of Tsum known as valley of happiness
Sandwiched between towering Manaslu and Ganesh Himal range of mountains
A remarkable scenic adventure on the hidden pockets of Himalaya of interesting culture
On the high trail to remote and isolated Mu Gompa close to Tibet border.
Trip Summary:
Accommodation: On Hotels & Lodge / Home stay or camping.
Trekking Grade: Moderate and Adventurous with touch of high altitude experience
Activities: Guided tour - overland drive, scenic and cultural walk.
Trek duration: 14 Nights & 15 Days (Upper and Lower Gorkha area)
Maximum Altitude: 3,700 m at Mu Gompa (monastery).
Total Trip: 17 Nights & 18 Days (Kathmandu / Kathmandu)
Season: April to June and September to early December
Introduction:
Tsum Valley Trekking leads you to amazing Himalayan destination, truly a Shangri-La on the hidden pockets of Nepal North and Mid West Himalaya, a fascinating journey with daily views of mountains and experiencing local and ancient culture of Tsum people with lovely isolated village, unspoiled and untouched by modern civilizations.
Where World Trail Finders Adventure Trek will lead you to witness this wonderful Shangri-la hidden behind high massive peaks of Ganesh and Manaslu Himal range of mountains, on the least trekked country of Tsum by other flow of visitors and still remains a virgin country within pristine natural surroundings of snowcapped peaks, green valley and rolling hills.
Tsum of Tibetan origin known as “Beyul Kyimolung” meaning “Valley of Happiness”, certainly a country of purity of pristine nature untouched and undisturbed by outside world, retaining its culture and custom as it was past hundreds of centuries living life of old medieval period time very rare to find in this part of the globe.
Our exciting journey leads towards inner and high areas of Tsum valley at highest point of the walk at Mu Gompa around 3,700 meter high, an interesting and remote spot with unbelievable views of Ganesh Himal and towards Manaslu range of peaks, exploring ancient monasteries of Mu and Rachen including a visit of 11th centaury saint Milarepa mediating cave.
Tsum Valley trek ends after following the same route back to lower areas of Gorkha district at Soti-Khola and Arughat villages into warm places of paddy fields and farm villages, enjoying at Tatopani (hot-spring) and then concluding this beautiful and marvelous journey with an exciting drive to Kathmandu with great guidance and management of World Trail Finders Adventure team of expert guide and staff.
Note:
Tsum Valley and around Nepal Mid West region was badly affected by 25th April and 12th May 1916 huge earthquake, life is returning back to normal, Tsum area at present slowly getting popular with limited trekkers.
Brief Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu 1,315 m via respective airlines and transfer to hotel.
Day 02: In Kathmandu sightseeing tour at places of interest.
Day 03: Drive to Soti Khola 730 m - 05hrs
Day 04: Trek to Machha khola 930m - 06 hrs
Day 05: Trek to Jagat 1,410m - 06 hrs
Day 06: Trek to Lakuwa 2,2400m - 05 hrs
Day 07: Trek to Chumling 2,386 m - 06 hours.
Day 08: Trek to Chokhan-paro 3,010 m - 05 hours.
Day 09: Trek to Nele 3,361m after a visiting Milarepa cave - 07 hours.
Day 10: Trek to Mu Gompa 3,700 m - 04 hours.
Day 11: Rest day at Mu Gompa visit local village and monastery.
Day 12: Trek to Rachen Gompa 3,240 m - 05 hours.
Day 13: Trek back to Chumling 2,386 m - 06 hours.
Day 14: Trek to Philim 1,590 m - 07 hours.
Day 15: Trek to Tatopani (Hot Spring) - 06 hours.
Day 16: Trek to Soti-Khola 7 30 m - 06 hours.
Day 17: Drive to Kathmandu via Dhadingbesi - 06 hrs.
Day 18: International departure homeward bound.
Cost Includes:
* All land transportation: Airport / Hotel/Airport & trekking pick up & drop.
* 1 Full day 4 / 5 hours sightseeing with professional English speaking tour guide & temple entry fees.
* 4 Night’s hotel accommodation in Kathmandu at Bed & Breakfast basis.
* All 3 major meals Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner (provide continental food) and accommodation in tented camp during the trek en-route.
* 1 English speaking trekking guide, 1 Cook, Kitchen boys, necessary Sherpa & Porters.
* Life insurance for all support crews and their daily wages.
* Per member 25 Kg. luggage allow while in the trekking.
* Trekking Permit and conservation Fees.
* Medical Kit Box for Nepali support crews.
* All official taxes and service charge.
Cost Not Include:
* Personal transportation except above programs.
* Major meals lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu.
* Personal trekking gears as well as sleeping bags.
* Personal Nature expenses.
* Emergency evacuation (If incase).
* Drinks except tea and coffee.
* Airfare: to & from your country.
* Nepal entry, re-entry visa fees & international airport departure taxes.
* Personal travel insurance.
* Tips for the trekking crews.
