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Tsum Valley Trekking
About Trip
Tsum valley trekking is recently opened trekking trail. It was restricted for trekking in Nepal for many years. It is located in a trans-Himalayan region of Gorkha. The valley is a sacred himalayan pilgrimage. This is hidden valley circled by the Baudha Himal and Himal Chuli to the west, Ganesh Himal to the South and Sringi Himal to the north. The valley is bounded by three high passes the Ngula Dhoj Hyang (5093 m) to the west and Yamdro Pass (5326 m) to the north. The local people are mostly of Tibetan origin and own a unique dialect. It is believed that there used by the kingdom of Tsum, the remains of the Tsum Kingdom are still visible today. The valley has been one of the sacred due to its remoteness and inaccessibility.
Tsum Valley TrekkingThe trails are strewn with artistic chhortens and lined with mani walls carried with drawings of deities and inscribed with prayers. The Tsum Valley is associated with Tibet, natural beauty and its pristine culture makes this trekking unique. The word Tsum is derived from the Tibetan word that means a vivid. Tsum valley trekking commences from Arughat in Gorkha district,which is easily accessible from Kathmandu. We Budget Adventure Treks Expeditionsn treks arrange Tsum valley trekking as per the interest of trekkers and adventure.
Day to Day Itinerary
Day 01:Arrival in Kathmandu transfer to the Hotel
Day 02:Kathmandu Sightseeing
Day 03:Drive from Kathmandu to Soti Khola (730m.)this will take about six and half hours.
Day 04:Trek from Soti Khola to Machha (fish) Khola (river)
Day 05:Trek from Machha Khola to Jagat (1440m.) which takes about six hours.
Day 06:Trek from Jagat to Lokpa(2240m.) and this takes about six/seven hours.
Day 07:Trek from Lokpa to Chumling (2600m.) this takes 4 hours hours.
Day 08:Trek from Chumling Chhokangparo (3010m.) to Rachen Gompa (3300m)takes five /Six hours.
Day 09:Trek from Rachen Gompa through Nile (3361m.) to Mu Gompa (3700m) which takes five hours.
Day 10:This is a day for rest day in Mu Gompa.
Day 11:Trek from Mu Gumpa to Rainjam (2600m.) via Chhule (3347m) which takes 6-7 hours
Day 12:Trek from Rainjam to Gomba Lungdang (3200m.) which takes 4 hours on an ascending path.
Day 13:Trek from Gumba Lungdang thru Rainjam to Ripchet which takes 6 hours.
Day 14:RIpchet to Philim via Lokpa (1700m.) which takes 6 and half hours.
Day 15:Trek from Philim to Khorlabeshi (930m.) which takes 6 hours
Day 16:Trek from Khorlabeshi to Soti Khola (730m.) and this takes 6 hours.
Day 17:Trek from Soti Khola (570m.) to Kathmandu which takes 6-7 hours.
Day 18:Drive from Arughat Bazaar to Kathmandu which takes 6 and half hours.
Cost Include
- Airport Pick up/drop
- Accommodation in kathmandu at budget hotel
- All inclusive trek such as Ground transportation
- Necessary permits ( including special permit)
- Entrance fees
- Professional guide porter/porters and their expenses including their insurance and equipments
- Accommodation in the tent or guest house (Mattress, sleeping bags), all food (breakfast, lunch & dinner) with tea/coffee
- Farewell dinner
Cost Doesn't Include
- Alcoholic drink
- Tips
- your insurance
- personal/natural expenses
- Food in Kathmandu.
Detail Itinerary
Day 01Arrival in Kathmandu transfer to the HotelRepresentative from Budget Adventure Treks & Expeditions will come to pick up at the airport and transfer to the hotel. Overnight at hotel
Day 02Kathmandu SightseeingRepresentative from Budget Adventure Treks & Expeditions will come to meet you at the Hotel and briefing about trekking. After breakfast and Briefing sight-seen in Swambhunath (Monkey Temple), Bouddhanath and Pashupatinath.Overnight at Hotel
Day 03Drive from Kathmandu to Soti Khola (730m.)this will take about six and half hours. You drive along the Kathmandu-Pokhara Highway for the first part of the day and then branch out as you drive towards Soti Khola via Arughat Bazzar. This is a cool scenic drive. Stay overnight in a lodge.
Day 04Trek from Soti Khola to Machha (fish) Khola (river) we reckon this takes about six hours. The meandering path passes through forest, villages, streams, pretty waterfalls and green valleys until you reach Lapu Besi. This is a village mainly occupied by Mongolian inhabitants. Now you again traverse the zigzag path to reach Machha Khola and on to Khorlabeshi. There is a small market hereabouts with a few shops and lodges. Stay overnight in a camp or simple teahouse.
Day 05Trek from Machha Khola to Jagat (1440m.) which takes about six hours. You cross the Machha Khola [Fish Stream] and head upstream to the tiny village of Khorla Besi and the hot spring at Tatopani. The trail is quite exposed and challenging in places. After a short section of forest path you reach the single tea house at Doban. At Lauri, you cross the river on a suspension bridge, and then climb on a high path to the fields of Jagat, where you camp. Stay overnight in camp or lodge.
Day 06Trek from Jagat to Lokpa(2240m.) and this takes about six/seven hours. The early part of trek moves gently uphill and then follows a flat leveled path. You cross a suspension bridge over Budhi Gandaki before you enter Philim. Philim is a big village mainly inhabited by the Gurungs. From Philim you climb a gradual up hill stopping for lunch at Ekle Bhatti. Lokpa is the first village as you enter the Tsum valley. Stay overnight in camp or in a lodge.
Day 07Trek from Lokpa to Chumling (2600m.) this takes 4 hours hours. You take an ascending route to reach Chumling stopping for lunch along the way. Chumling is located on the south face of the Shingri Himal. This day you enjoy a pleasant visit to the Gombas of Chumling. This day is challenging as it is an ascending path that stretches on almost the entire route. Stay overnight at a camp or in a lodge.
Day 08Trek from Chumling Chhokangparo (3010m.) to Rachen Gompa (3300m)takes five /Six hours. This is a tough and long day of walking but the scenic views of the valley amply compensates for the long walk. Chhokangparo is situated on a flat land and consists of 2 settlements, Chhokang and Paro. From here you can get superb views of the Ganesh Himal range. Some households practice polyandry down here. This area is prominent for its Tibetan Buddhist heritage. Stay overnight in camp or at the guest hosue of Rachen Gumpa.
Day 09Trek from Rachen Gompa through Nile (3361m.) to Mu Gompa (3700m) which takes five hours. Nile is the last village heading north in the upper Tsum valley. This village is situated on the banks of the Shiar Khola and it consists of large number of households. Mu Gompa is home to a very old monastery and there are no village establishments here. It is located at the highest and farthest point in the Tsum valley. This trail is used to import and export things to and from Tibet. You may come across several yak trains supplying goods to local villages. Stay overnight in camp or at the guest house of Mu Gumpa.
Day 10This is a day for rest day in Mu Gompa. Today we can take excursions to the many snow covered peaks in the area for the most spectacular views of this trek. Take a Half day walk to the Nunnery and to a small pond a big further up to Nunnery. Or day a full day trek to Vajyo with your packed lunch as there are no places to buy our lunch. Stay overnight in camp or At the guest house of Mu. Gumpa.
Day 11Trek from Mu Gumpa to Rainjam (2600m.) via Chhule (3347m) which takes 6-7 hours On an entirely descending path. This day you can enjoy glimpses of the Punchen Himal that is unique in shape. This day you continue your descent by retracing the path from your ascent . Stay overnight in camp or at Guest house.
Day 12Trek from Rainjam to Gomba Lungdang (3200m.) which takes 4 hours on an ascending path. On the way you can enjoy views of Manaslu and Ganesh Himal. Gomba Lungdang is home to a beautiful and large monastery that houses monks (all females). Men are not permitted in some areas of this monastery., the most spectacular sunrise through Ganesh Himal range is a magic moment. Stay overnight in camp or at Gumpa.
Day 13Trek from Gumba Lungdang thru Rainjam to Ripchet which takes 6 hours. After Breakfast at Gumpa, we take downhill keep our unforgettable and very close views of Ganesh Himal range to Rainjam and then gradual up and down hill to Ripchet, Ripchet is a big village where there are about 70 familiesa living, its one of the most laid back village in this region, You can find very simple home stays or shall make our tented camp. Over night at Ripchet.
Day 14RIpchet to Philim via Lokpa (1700m.) which takes 6 and half hours. As you follow the descending route you will pass by fairly dense pine forest where many species of birds inhabit the forest. May see some Mosk dears on the other side of the river on sunny days. Philim offers you excellent landscape and the village itself is live and some nice lodges to Stay or in Camp side.
Day 15Trek from Philim to Khorlabeshi (930m.) which takes 6 hours On a completely descending path. You leave the cultivated region around Philim as you descend along the path that follows the banks of the Budhi Gandaki River. At Tatopani ( Natural Hot spring) you can relax in the warm and revitalize waters of the hot spring. Stay overnight in camp in Khorlabeshi.
Day 16Trek from Khorlabeshi to Soti Khola (730m.) and this takes 6 hours. Today you pass through some mice villages as you observe the villagers absorbed in their daily chores. You can enjoy the pristine beauty of the waterfalls on both sides of the river. Khorlabesi is a split point to take another trail to Gorkha if you like. Stay overnight in camp or guest house.
Day 17Trek from Soti Khola (570m.) to Kathmandu which takes 6-7 hours. This is a picturesque journey. While driving, you head up to Dhading Besi and Malekhu which is famous for delicious fish. En route, you can enjoy the mountain views, green sceneries, rice terrace fields, vegetable fields and people engaged happily in their daily life activities. From Naubishe you climb up to Thankot, the gateway to the capital city of Kathmandu; & this concludes our Tsum Valley trek.
Day 18Drive from Arughat Bazaar to Kathmandu which takes 6 and half hours. After Breakfast representative from Budget Adventure Treks & Expeditions will come to drop you at the airport according to your flight schedule.
