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The Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek is a 17-day tea house trek taking hikers up close to the eighth highest mountain in the world – Mount Manaslu at 8,163m, and through the hidden valley of Tsum. It opened in the early 90s and kept nature's beauty secure from the outer world. It is a restricted area so even though it is open for trekkers now the beauty and vibes are full on the way.
The average day walk is 6 to 7 hours. This trek demands a good level of fitness to explore to its core.
The Tsum Valley on the journey has elevations exceeding 3,000 meters, does not require crossing the Larkya La at 5,160 meters but sometimes takes a walk over snow and ice.
The walk as a whole has roaring rivers and waterfalls, difficult rocky pathways clinging to cliff sides, Gurung villages with terraced rice fields, lengthy suspension bridges (that test one's mental stamina), and mani walls, chortens, and other Buddhist temples, especially on the Tsum Valley route.
The people, culture, and geography of the Tsum Valley, also known as the Hidden Valley, are quite similar to those of Tibet.
The journey passes quite near the Tibetan border. There is a chance to encounter Buddhist nuns and monks on this walk and visit Milarepa's Cave.
Additionally, keep an eye out for stunning mountain birds like the Lophophorus, which is Nepal's national bird.
There are breathtaking views of Mount Manaslu as well as the Simrang, Hiunchuli, Ngadi, Ganesh Himal, and Larkye Peak Himalayan ranges.
Likewise, Icefalls and frozen lakes, Himlung Himal, Cheo Himal, Kangguru, and the enormous Annapurna II are seen in magnificence from Larkya La pass.
This trek is for people who want to go across various civilizations and varying landscapes all in one trip. A unique experience and stunning sights of snow-capped mountains are rewarded for your determined trip to the Manaslu region. This naturally and culturally enriched valley trekking varies from 1905m in Lhokpa to over 5093m at Ngula Dhojhyang pass on the Tibetan border.
Best Season for the Manaslu circuit trek with Tsum Valley
The best season for the Manaslu circuit trek with Tsum Valley is during spring (March- May) and autumn (sept-Nov). Spring is one of the best seasons with perfect weather, moderate temperatures, and incredible views. The season welcomes new flowers and greenery. The trails offer beautiful scenery of rhododendron flowers, snowcapped mountains, and green forests. Autumn is the best season for the Manaslu circuit trek with Tsum Valley. This season offers the perfect weather and beautiful scenery. The days are sunny and pleasant and the nights are chilly. It will be great to trek in autumn with the clear blue skies mesmerizing scenery and moderate temperature, making it pleasant for trekking.
Accommodations on the Manaslu circuit trek with Tsum Valley
The Manaslu circuit with Tsum Valley is one of the best teahouse treks in Nepal. Trekkers will be staying at the tea houses. The tea houses are quite simple and have basic facilities. The rooms are cozy and comfortable and offer comfortable beds, warm blankets, and soft pillows. The facilities are good and the warm hospitality of the locals is great. At the higher altitudes, the facilities are limited.
Foods on Manaslu circuit trek with Tsum Valley
On the 20-day Manaslu circuit with Tsum Valley trekking trails, many teahouses serve a variety of foods and drinks for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. You will have nutritious and delicious food in the teahouses you are staying at. You have great options for delicious foods like roti tarkari, dal bhat achaar, thukpa, momos, oats, eggs, etc. There are also varieties of hot and cold drinks. You can choose any food and drink from the menu according to your taste and preferences.
The monsoon (June-Aug) and winter (Dec-Feb) are not preferable seasons for the 20-day Manaslu Circuit trek with Tsum Valley. During the monsoon season, the temperature is hot and there will be heavy rainfall. There are high chances of natural calamities in monsoon season which makes the trek challenging. During the winter season, you might face heavy snowfall and the path might get blocked. It is really cold in this season and the temperature drops to minus. However, if the cold doesn’t bother you then you can do the Manaslu circuit trek with Tsum Valley in winter. The trails are less crowded and the mountain views are the best in this season.
The difficulty level of the Manaslu circuit trek with Tsum Valley is moderately challenging. It is perfect for people who are seeking for thrilling and adventurous experience. People with proper physical and mental fitness and strong determination can do the trek. The trek can be hard for the beginners. They can be prepared by doing some strength exercises, jogging, and hiking before a few weeks of the trek.
Trekking guides and porters for the Manaslu circuit trek with Tsum Valley
You will do this 20-day Manaslu circuit trek with Tsum Valley with our professional guide and porter. It will be easy and comfortable for you to trek with the presence of a guide and porter. Guide will help you lead the trek show you the best trekking route and explain to you about the history and cultures of the region. While porter can carry your bag throughout the trek that will make your trekking journey comfortable. While trekking you might face some injuries or difficulties, at that time the guides will look after you and help you. Welcome Nepal Treks provides a highly professional, caring reliable, and responsible guide and porter for your 20 day Manaslu circuit trek with Tsum Valley. They will make your trip safe, successful, and memorable.
Trekking permits for the Manaslu circuit trek with Tsum Valley
You need different kinds of trekking permits for the 20-day Manaslu circuit trek with Tsum Valley. They are the Manaslu Restricted Area Permit, Manaslu Conservation Area Permit, Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS), and a special permit for Tsum Valley.
