Tsum being a hidden valley introduced as a holy hidden valley of happiness by Guru Rimpochhe and a mountainous village situated between a Nepal-China border offers the travellers to take the taste of Tibetan culture and explore numbers of Gumbas and monasteries with the special permit approved by Nepal Government. Begin the trip after a scenic drive from Kathmandu to Sotikhola trip guided by experienced team all over the way.
The alluring panorama of captivating Himalaya landscapes, wonderful time to unfold the charm of cultural villages, flora and fauna, rapid rivers and the gigantic Mountains attracts every trekkers and advantage of their special time. Make a way through the delightful meadows, woodland covered with Pine, Cedar, Birch, Juniper and colourful Rhododendron flowers with number of suspension bridges, waterfalls and a swift flowing Budi-Gandaki river. Enjoy the Hot water spring bath on the way to Jagat and continue the walk to towards Lokpa where the permit is needed to go round the trip. Crossing the number of small cultural village settlements such as Chumling, Chhokangparo and making a way through the SerpuKhola, explore the adventurous PirenPhu Cave at upper Tsum valley. The prayer flag welcome towards Mughompa, largest Monastry of this region and Rachen Gompa carrying its Historical and religious significance. Capture the breath taking view of magnificent Mountains including Himlung Himal, Cheo Himal, Kang Guru, Annapurna II, Mt Manaslu and many snow-capped peaks making the moment indelible. Walk through the terraced land with the cattle gazing nearby, delightful meadows, woodland covered with Pine, Cedar, Birch, Juniper and colourful Rhododendron flowers and make a way towards Dumje, Gumba Lungdang, Ripchet and Dobhan. The Manaslu with Tsum valley presenting the delightful moment and numerous glories to explore bring best out of treks. Take a drive from Soti- Khola to Kathmandu with heart full of charisma offered by Manaslu region and the germ, Tsum valley.
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Inclusions:
- Required numbers of time Airport pick up and drop off as per your flight schedule (international and domestic) and all required transfers in Kathmandu.
- 3 Night’s accommodation in touristic town of Kathmandu in BB Plan (one can choose budget, standard and deluxe)
- A day sightseeing tour in Kathmandu by private vehicle (places of interest), highly experienced city tour guide, and all the entrance fees of UNESCO heritage sites.
- Kathmandu–Sotikhola - Kathmandu both way transportation (one can choose private vehicle or public sharing as per budget and interest)
Standard tea house (lodge) accommodation during the entire trekking as per mentioned in itinerary
- Three meals per day (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) during the entire trek as per mentioned in itinerary followed by 3 times tea/coffee per day.
- One can choose the meal from menu there.
- A duffel bag, Trekking Map and trekking pole
- Sleeping Bag, Down Jacket, Nepali SIM card (Rental basis, if needed)
- Manaslu Conservation Area Project (MCAP) fee
- Tsum Valley Restricted Area permit (Special permit)
- TIMS (Trekker’s Information Manual System) permit
- An experienced government certified local Trekking Guide
- Required numbers of highly experienced trekking porters (2:1 ratio)
- Staff’s foods, salary, insurance, accommodation, meals, transportation etc
- General first Aid Kit
- A certificate of appreciation (experience certificate) after completing the Trek
- Farewell Dinner in Kathmandu with cultural program.
- All government taxes and applicable paperwork
Exclusions:
- International Airfare
- Personal Travel Insurance (essential for high altitude trekking)
- Lunch in Kathmandu
- Personal expenses (bar, laundry, personal shopping, internet usages
- during the trek, hot shower during the trek, battery charge during the trek etc.)
- Alcoholic beverage
- TIPS for Staff