Manaslu and Tsum Valley Trek Holidays
If you plan to make your holiday more adventurous and enjoy being in the mountains, the Tsum Valley- Manaslu Trek can be one of the options for you. The Manaslu with Tsum Valley Trek is adventurous, culturally enriching, gleaming with flora & fauna, and lets you enjoy unspoiled mountain sceneries. You explore this hidden valley with our expert team and enjoy excellent service, a friendly crew & a safe journey.
Manaslu with Tsum Valley is one of the most adventurous and immersive trekking routes in the Himalayas of Nepal. Regardless of all the challenges, the trek is quite popular among adventure junkies. The trek combines the Manaslu trail with the hidden Tsum valley. It is a tea house trekking around the eighth-highest Mountain in the world, the Mountain Manaslu.
The fact that the Manaslu Tsum Valley is one of the least explored trails in the Himalayas makes the venture even more intriguing. Unlike the famous EBC and ABC trek, the Manaslu Tsum Valley Hiking route is not crowded. Even the basic tourist infrastructure is inadequate so that you can experience a raw trekking experience, and the trail takes you very close to the Tibetan border.
Manaslu trail was opened in 1995, and Tsum Valley opened in 2008 for foreign visitors. Today, these parts of Nepal fall under the restricted area of Nepal. It means that foreign trekkers have to obtain a special travel permit from the government of Nepal to trek in the Region. The restricted area permit is only issued if you are walking with a registered Nepali trekking company like Outfitter Himalaya, so there's no way you can trek alone in the Manaslu & Tsum valley.
During the Manaslu with Tsum Valley trek, you get to see the rich Tibetan Buddhist cultural heritage of the natives. As the Region was protected from the outside world for a long time, not much has changed in the daily lifestyle of the locals. In a way, the Manaslu-Tsum Valley trek is also like traveling back in time. You get to embrace simple living and uncomplicated sentiments.
And, like the cherry on the top, diverse wilderness, stunning landscapes, and majestic Himalayan Mountains make the overall trekking experience in Tsum Valley far more tempting. The ancient monasteries, nunneries, mani walls, prayer wheels, and sculpted rocks along the way add a further divine aura to the journey. The intimate encounters with the inhabitants, their simple yet fulfilling life, and strong values will blow your mind.
Offbeat & less crowded Himalayan Trekking trail
Manaslu & Tsum Valley trek route offers off-the-beaten trails in the Nepal Himalayas. Most trekking routes involve steep uphill walks following rough, forested paths. Because of all the hurdles this trek poses, expensive restricted area permits, and strict regulations, only a few trekkers visit this Region every year, making the trail less crowded. If you love walking in peace and embracing solitude, want to escape into the Mountains and enjoy peace and serenity, then you'll love Manaslu with Tsum Valley Trek in Nepal.
Unspoiled landscapes & excellent mountain views
Manaslu with Tsum Valley Adventure Holidays route is heaven for trekkers looking for breathtaking landscapes and stunning mountain views. As the Region is close to the Tibetan border, you can also witness Tibetan landscapes from some points. You can look out for beautiful mountain birds, including the Lophophorus (Called Danphe in Nepali, the national bird of Nepal).
Likewise, the lush green hills, waterfalls, glaciers, lakes, and verdant valleys sprinkle more beauty into the Region. Mountains like Manaslu (8,163 m), Hiunchuli (6,441 m), Ngadi Chuli (7,871 m), Ganesh Himal (7,422 m), Chulu West (6,419 m), Annapurna II (7,937 m), Shringi Himal (7,083 m), Baudha Himal (6,672 m), Himlung Himal (7,126 m), Kang Guru (6,981 m), etc are seen along the trail. The landscape changes from dense forests, rivers & hills to pastures, moraines, & barren hills.
Travel in the Special Areas of Nepal
Manaslu region and Tsum valley are restricted areas of Nepal. The trekker has to obtain restricted area permits (RAP) from the government of Nepal, which is only possible with the help of a registered Nepali trekking company. Not only that, solo trekking is not allowed in the regions, and trekkers have to be in a group (at least two people) - not including a guide & porters) to participate in Manaslu with Tsum Valley Trip.
Explore ancient monasteries
The Tsum Valley trek route lets you explore the Piren Phu and Milarepa caves. Both of these caves are sacred. The legendary Buddhist sage is believed to have meditated in these two caves. Likewise, the Region has many significant ancient monasteries like Mu Gompa, Rachen Gompa, Pungyen Gompa, and Lungdang Gompa, along with small stupas, chortens, sculpted stones, prayer wheels, etc.
Trail teeming with wilderness
Fishing or hunting animals is prohibited in the regions, which has resulted in wealthy wildlife in the Region. The trail is in the Manaslu Conservation Area so you can see many plants & flowers. This conservation area is home to numerous exotic wildlife, including snow leopards, Himalayan tahr, red foxes, blue sheep, brown bears, etc, along with diverse species of birds.
Cross, The Larkya La, passes over 5,106 meters
Crossing Larkya La pass is the most challenging part of the Manaslu with the Tsum Valley trek. With a height of 5,106 meters, it is one of the longest passes in the Nepalese Himalayas. The pass is located between Dharmashala and Bimtang. The route to the top of the pass is steep and rocky. Once you reach the top, you get rewards with jaw-dropping mountain scenery and find yourself amidst clouds.
Hike to Manaslu Base Camp or Birendra Lake
During your acclimatization day in Sama Gaon, you have two hiking options. One takes to Manaslu base camp and another to Birendra Lake. The Manaslu base camp is the lap of the eight highest mountains in the world, Mt. Manaslu. It is situated at 4,800 meters and offers a sensational mountain landscape.
Birendra Lake is a freshwater lake located near Punhyen Glacier. Brown hills and snow-capped mountains surround the turquoise color of the lake. The scenery is heavenly. The lake is situated at 3,691 meters.
Manaslu & Tsum Valley Trek difficulty
Manaslu and Tsum Valley trails are arduous. It is one of the most demanding treks in the Himalayas that takes you far away to remote Tsum Valley and crosses the high Larkya La pass (5,106 m). The trek requires a high level of fitness and previous trekking experience. So, Manaslu with Tsum Valley Trek Adventure is for fit trekkers with high endurance and persistence.
Trekking through lush forests of rhododendrons & pine, you have to cross many narrow suspension bridges over rushing rivers. You walk constantly on uphill and downhill paths. On average, 6-7 hours of walking (in a day) is needed during the trip. The terrain is uneven, rocky, and rugged. Likewise, you also walk on a glacial path at some point.
Apart from the terrain, the Region itself is very remote. The trekking route has basic teahouses and teashops with limited snacks. The meals are usually Nepali or Tibetan dishes with few other options. You may have to go a few days without using the Internet. All these small things make the overall trekking experience more challenging.
Preparation for the Manaslu & Tsum Valley trek
If you wish to have a smooth trekking experience, proper preparation is a must, from packing all the essentials to getting your body and mind ready for the trek. Our team will give you a packing list once the booking is confirmed. It would help if you carried even the most minor things like toilet paper, toothpaste, lip balm, moisturizer, etc.
- Now, getting your body & mind ready involves
- Strengthening your muscles
- Building long walking habits
- Increasing your stamina and
- Working on your endurance
You can go on short hikes, train in the gym, or do cardio activities like jogging, swimming, cycling, etc. Combining these will help you better prepare various aspects of your body & mind.
