From Kathmandu: 20-Day Manaslu Circuit Tsum Valley Trek

Embark on the Manaslu Circuit Tsum Valley Trek, a 20-day adventure that takes you deep into Nepal’s stunning Himalayas. This trek combines the beauty of the Manaslu Conservation Area with the remote Tsum Valley, near the Tibetan border, where you’ll experience a unique mix of Nepali and Tibetan culture, language, and traditions. The Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek centers around Mount Manaslu, the eighth-highest mountain in the world at 8,163 meters (26,781 feet).

As a restricted area rich in wildlife and natural beauty, it offers a rare chance to explore untouched landscapes. The Tsum Valley Manaslu Trek begins after a full day’s travel by road and air, and similar travel is needed to return. Walk through peaceful pine forests, vibrant rhododendron groves, gorges, and rocky trails that take you through some of Nepal’s most beautiful scenery.

The trek includes crossing the Larkya La Pass, offering breathtaking views of mountains, glaciers, and icefalls. You’ll also see high-altitude lakes, spot unique wildlife, and visit centuries-old Buddhist monasteries. This trek is challenging, reaching altitudes above 3,000 meters (9,842 feet) and twice crossing 5,000 meters (16,404 feet).

Designed for experienced trekkers, the Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek Itinerary involves long trekking days—up to 7 hours—through remote areas that reflect the traditional lifestyles of local communities. As you enter the Tsum Valley, the villages and culture become more Tibetan in character, adding to the trek’s unique charm. Day to day itinerary: Day 1: Kathmandu to Macha Khola (Drive) Maccha Khola – 930 m / 3,051 ft -19 hrs Day 2: Maccha Khola to Jagat Jagat – 1340 m /4396 ft – 6 hrs Day 3: Jagat to Lokpa Lokpa – 2240 m / 7349 ft – 5 hrs Day 4: Lokpa to Chumling Chumling – 2386 m / 7828 ft – 5 hrs Day 5: Chumling to Chekampar Chekampar – 3031 m / 9944 ft – 6 hrs Day 6: Chekampar to Nile Nile – 3361 m / 11026 ft – 6 hrs Day 7: Day Trip to Mu Gompa Nile – 3700 m / 12139 ft – 6 hrs Day 8: Nile to Chekampar Chekampar – 3031 m / 9944 ft – 5 hrs Day 9: Chekampar to Chumling Chumling – 2386 m / 7828 ft – 5 hrs Day 10: Chumling to Deng Deng – 1860 m / 6102 ft – 6 hrs Day 11: Deng to Namrung Namrung – 2630 m / 8628 ft – 6 hrs Day 12: Namrung to Lho Lho – 2957 m / 9701 ft – 4 hrs Day 13: Lho to Sama Gaun Sama Gaun – 3530 m / 11581 ft – 4 hrs Day 14: Acclimatization Day (Day Trip to Manaslu Base Camp or Pungyen Gompa) Manaslu Base Camp – 4800m / 15748 ft – 7 hrs Day 15: Sama Gaun to Samdo Samdo – 3865 m / 12680 ft – 3 hrs Day 16: Acclimatization Day (Day Trip to Tibet Border) Tibet Border – 5000 m / 16404 ft – 8 hrs Day 17: Samdo to Dharmasala Dharmasala – 4460 m / 14632 ft – 4 hrs Day 18: Dharmasala to Bimthang via Larkya Pass Bimthang – 3590 m / 11778 ft – 10 hrs Day 19: Bimthang to Dharapani Dharapani – 1970 m / 6463 ft – 7 hrs Day 20: Dharapani to Kathmandu (Drive) Kathmandu – 1300 m / 4265 ft – 10 hrs