Tsum Valley
Tsum valley is one of the remotest and hidden valleys of Nepal’s, Manaslu region, located near to the Tibetan border, the views are perfectly amazing and breathtaking, Tsum valley trek offers to discover the Local people, Tibetan origin, ancient dialect, art, unique culture, and religion.
The Tsum valley located in the northern- center part of the Manaslu region and open the route for trekking in 2008. It is the best trekking destination to feel the real trekking experience to the remote valley of a mysterious land, this trekking route offers the peaceful walk, beautiful nature, the best experience of trail walk which is also used as the trade route link with Tibet, unique culture and tradition of Tsumbas, practice of polyandry.
Tsum valley trek start and end from/to Arughat, Soti Khola after 9 hours’ drive from Kathmandu. We follow the Budhi Gandaki valley for the first half of the trek along with suspension bridge, dense forest, terraced field, small Gurung village, Alpine forest, glacial river, after passing the lower Budhi Gandaki valley, the main trail to Manaslu circuit, we can get a feeling of trekking into the hidden valley. The ethnic people offer great hospitality in their way and explore the ancient Gompas of the region, Rachen Gompa, Mu Gompa, Dephyudonma Goma, will make our trekking more exciting and unforgettable.
The breathtaking views of mountains like Sringi Himal, Buddha Himal, Ganesh Himal, and Himalchuli will make the Tsum Valley trek unforgettable, the sunrise and sunset over the mountains can see from the sacred valley which is extremely soulful. Let’s take a break from a hectic life and enjoy your vacation by exploring Nature, culture, and adventure.
Best Season to for Tsum Valley Trek
Tsum Valley trek can be done from mid-September to early December and February to May is the best month for trekking in this area. Summer/Monsoon is the time of frequent rainfalls and high humid, landslide, slippery trail and bugs are the reason for difficulty while trekking in June, July, and August.
Winter (December to February) season is the time of extra challenging and thrilling, due to the extreme change in weather may bring some difficulties in the various section of the trail, the trail will be covered with thick snow and the temperature drops below -10 degree which means cold.
The best season to trek in Nepal is spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November), due to the best weather and climatic condition trekking experience will be joyful and memorable.
Highlights of Spring and Autumn Season
- The temperature will be mild and stable during day and night
- Trekking will be joyful and offers the best views of mountains
- The skies will be crisp blue and avoid rainfall
- The trail will be clean and dry after the end of the Monsoon season
- Best trekking experience through the green lush and colorful forest, and enjoy the fresh cool breeze from the mountain.
Permit for Tsum Valley Trek
- Special Permit
Mode of transportation for getting there and away
- Private Jeep or Local Bus
