Tsum Valley Trek

A staff member of Himalayan Dream Team will pick you up at the international airport for your transfer to the hotel. As a welcome you will have a typical Nepalese dinner with some of the staff members, typical food coming up! And do not forget to try our typical Nepalese drink with great mood of cheers.

After breakfast we will start for the sightseeing tour in the Kathmandu, visit the main temples of Swayambhunath (Monkey temple), Pashupatinath, the most venerated Hindu temple of Nepal and Bouddhanath, the biggest Buddhist stupa of the world. In the afternoon we show you Durbar square with an orientation tour through lively Thamel. Transport and all entree fees included! 

No time to loose as we are ‘saddling up’ for our trek! First, we drive in 7/8 hrs from Kathmandu into the western mountain area to Sotikhola via Dhadingbesi, headquarter of the Dhading district. It is a long, but picturesque drive through the central hills to Malekhu, then a secondary road brings us to DhadingBesi.

After breakfast early morning our first walking day starts with ascending gradually crossing the small villages of the Gurung tribes. The Gurung have a rich tradition of music and culture. Following the river bank of BudhiGandaki, the trail ascends gradually, and passes through dense forests. After we pass some gorges and waterfalls we ascend to Machhakhola, while passing some more Gurung settlements, and crossing few times the river. At the edge of the hills far away we see the glimpse of Sringi Himal (7.187 m). It takes just an extra few hours to the enchanting village of Machhakhola. The scenery during our walk is stunning. Also the crossing of the suspension bridges is quite adventurous.

Today our trekking day starts with a steep descend via the hundreds of stone stairs to the BudhiGandaki. We cross it by a spectacular suspension bridge. Again we follow the river that allow us to see the beautiful river valley and at the horizon the snow capped mountains like Buddha himal and SirangiHimal. On this day we formally enter the Mansalu Conservation area and end up in our overnight destination, Jagat.

Today we descend to Sirdibas (1430m; Setibas, Tara), You’ll see your first signs of Buddhist culture here. Continue up-river on the left bank, up and down before crossing Nepal’s longest suspension bridge to the east bank and a tiring climb up to prosperous Philim (1590m; Dodang) surrounded by rich fields of maize, potato and millet. Traverse north out of Philim on the obvious track signposted to the Larkya-La, through some pretty forest with views up the narrowing valley. Eventually drop to a trail junction going left to Ghap and right to the Tsum Valley. We ascend on zigzag steps, increasingly exposed, and gain your first glimpses of the narrow lower Tsum Valley, very steep across the Shiar Khola which drains from the very top of the valley. Across the Buri Gandaki is Himalchuli (7893m) above steep cliffs. Walk through a largely intact and peaceful temperate forest into Lokpa (2240m; Lakuwa), surrounded by barley fields, where there is a comfortable lodge, toilet.

Today you will trek along the old trade route to Tibet. You will descend for a half an hour to Lungwa Khola and then climbing on the zigzag trail.. We climb through pine and rhododendron forests and enjoy the views of the Himalchuli mountains (7.893m) and Boudha Himal, crossing the Siyar Khola river . Chumling is a beautiful village located on the south face of Shingri Himal. This village will reward you mouthwatering view of Siringi Himal. Rest of the time you can explore the village and visit the ancient Chumling Gompa.

A relatively easy start this morning crossing through a suspension bridge. The impression of a jungle is emphasized by the tropical landscape. Higher up, we can have great views of the majestic Ganesh Himal. After Rainjam, the path goes down and we come across the Sarpu Khola that springs off the Syakpa Glacier from Sringi Himal, 7101m high to the north side. We ascend now for about 2-5 hours, on a bare pathway, to Upper Tsum Valley. We encounter the communities of Paro and Chhokang where we stay overnight. The gorge spreads out and we see stone houses located underneath the cliffs. The inhabitants make complete use of the large paddock for maize, barley, potatoes and buckwheat. We can enjoy Himalchuli (7.893m) on the west. 

Today, we travel around linked villages and rise north, then climb up to an edge with Chortens, just prior from passing Lamagaon (3.020m). Before the Burji village, a track to the north leads us to Milarepa’s Cave (Pigeon Cave) where several Buddhists were believed to meditate. We cross over the Siyar Khola river through Rachen Gompa and finally arrive at Nile.

Meanwhile our trek leads us near to the Tibetan border. We walk to the west bank of the valley through the Tibetan landscapes and climb up to the Mu Gompa where we also visit the monastery. Then after, we make a visit to the Dhephu Doma Gompa

After breakfast we trek back through Chhule and Phurbe, on the east bank of the Shiar Khola. Finally we arrive at Burgi village, which is a small but beautiful village. Climb up to see the Milarepa's Cave Milarepa Cave ('piren phu') known for its mesmerizing glimpses of the Poshyop Glacier, Kipu Himal and Churke himal.

Today's trail takes us to the greenery of nature as we descend down to Chhokang Paro. From there we continue descending to Gho and arrive at the bridge over the Sarpu Khola. Trekking along the lower Tsum Valley takes us to Chumling again.

Our trail continues after breakfast to Lokpa. After lunch we will do south on a flat trail. Enjoy the gorgeous Samba Falls. Then we finally arrive at Philim after a long trekking. A trail passes through the Phillim village that leads to the Ganesh Himal Base Camp. 

Further down it says after breakfast and today we hike from Philim to Khorlabesi via Jagat and Tatopani. A further descend takes us to Yaruphant. The arid Tibetan climate now gives way to subtropical green vegetation. We move ahead to Dobhan and after we arrive at Tatopani. Here is a hot spring where we can enjoy the warmth that our muscles need. you may dip yourself in the hot spring and relax your tired muscles by soaking yourself in the hot spring. After we walk easily to Khorlabesi, our rest place for the day.

Down we go as the trail crosses the Tharo Khola flowing in a rocky ravine. Head down again to the river and traverse to Machha Khola village. We walk along the Budhi Gandaki River to reach to Gurung village of Labubesi. Passing the two waterfalls on a steep rocky trail. We then reach Khursane and walk along the ridge above Budhi Gandaki. Finally, we cross the bridge to arrive at Soti Khola.

Today we drive back to Kathmandu along the banks of the Marsyangdi and Trishuli rivers with splendid views of green hills, mountains, farming terraces and villages on both sides of road. In Kathmandu, we transfer you to your hotel, for a real welcoming hot showers and an inviting soft bed... the day is at your leisure to rest.

The free day in Kathmandu either will be for leisure to rest or for perhaps some shopping before going home or explore any sights we missed during our first day in Kathmandu.

Depending on your flight time we bring you to the International Airport