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Tsum Valley Trek
Tsum valley Trek is a unique option for travelers who wants to visit a place that is unseen and a culture that is untouched.
Duration
16 Days
Rating
5.0/5
From group price
US$ 1,550
Private price
US$ 1,550
Trip guide
Tsum Valley Trek
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Trip overview
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Service levelAmigo Plus
Comfort profileActive Trek
Departure styleScheduled departures
Quick answer
The Tsum Valley, according to the Nyingma school of Tibetan Buddhism, is a valley blessed by Padmasambhava as one of his retreats. It's a sacred Himalayan pilgrimage valley set against the backdrop of Ganesh Himal (south), Sringi Himal (north), Himal Chuli, and the Boudha Range (west) in northern Gorkha.
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The Tsum Valley, according to the Nyingma school of Tibetan Buddhism, is a valley blessed by Padmasambhava as
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The valley is divided into two remote villages: Chumchet (lower Tsum) and Chhekampar (upper Tsum). It is one
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Few adventurers have made it to this high and mysterious valley, which was off-limits until 2008. Those who
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Interesting facts: i) hunting and fishing are prohibited, ii) people still practice polyandry, and iii) the existence of
The valley is divided into two remote villages: Chumchet (lower Tsum) and Chhekampar (upper Tsum). It is one of the most remote Himalayan valleys in the world, preserving a long history of Buddhism as well as ancient art, culture, and a very distinct dialect. Both geographically and culturally, the place is unique.
Few adventurers have made it to this high and mysterious valley, which was off-limits until 2008. Those who haven't yet planned a trip to the Tsum Valley will definitely miss the wilderness trek to the Hidden Valley, accompanied by artistic chortens and mani walls made of thousands of stone slabs carved with deities and inscribed with prayers; ancient remains of the Tsum Kingdom; living Buddhist culture; centuries-old nunneries; ancient monasteries such as Rachhen Gumba, Mu Gumba, Lungdang; Kiymu Lung pilgrimage; intact Tibetan culture and tradition; remoteness and inaccessibility untouched for centuries; rich wildlife including Himalayan Thar and Blue Sheep; unique Tsumba festivals such as Lhosar, Dhacyhang, Saka Dawa and Fanning and the variation in altitude within the valley (lowest point Lhokpa-1905m and highest point Ngala Dhojhag Pass- over 5093m on the Tibetan border).
Interesting facts: i) hunting and fishing are prohibited, ii) people still practice polyandry, and iii) the existence of 'Yeti' (as claimed by many locals).
The valley is like a paradise that can only be reached by extreme hardship. After struggling along the Manaslu Circuit Trail to the junction of the Ghap and Tsum Valley trails, we enter a beautiful forest of pines and rhododendrons, which opens up to reveal a small Tibetan-style village nestled in the beautiful landscape of the Tsum Valley. If you are looking forward to this trek, spring, and autumn are more rewarding and supportive.
Tsum Valley Trek 16 days is a standard trekking package designed by Amigo Treks and Expedition. It includes full board (basic meals + accommodation) during the trek and 3-star standard bed and breakfast in Kathmandu, all ground transportation, and an English-speaking, knowledgeable, licensed, and experienced guide.
The package is fully customizable and any customized package comes with a special group discount. You can customize your departure date (100% guaranteed departure) or join our upcoming departure at your convenience.
Moreover, Nepal's other best remote trekking includes the Upper Mustang Trek, Manaslu Trek, and even the Lower Dolpo Trek.
Useful details at a glance
- How long is this trip?
- 16 Days
- Where does it take place?
- Nepal • Remote Trek
- Who does it suit best?
- Amigo Plus • Active Trek
- How do departures work?
- Scheduled departures
Group pricing tiers
Per-person rates by group size
The public “From” price uses the lowest available group tier. Member pricing applies to the selected tier, not on top of another discount.
Group sizeGroup ratePrivate rate
2-10 pax
2 min pax • 10 max pax
Group rate
US$ 1,550
Private rate
US$ 1,550
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The Tsum Valley, according to the Nyingma school of Tibetan Buddhism, is a valley blessed by Padmasambhava as one of his retreats.
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Trip Include
Airport pick-up and drop by private vehicle
3 nights twin sharing accommodation in Kathmandu at a 3-star tourist hotel with breakfast
One full-day guided city tour by private vehicle
Farewell Dinner
All accommodations during the trek (lodge/tea house/Homestay)
Manaslu trekking permits (MCAP) and Tims permits
Tsum valley special permit
Private transportation from Kathmandu-machha khola-Kathmandu (bus in case of single pax)
All breakfast in Kathmandu
All meals (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) during the trek
Purified drinking water (medicated proof and safe) for the whole trip
Seasonable fresh fruits for the whole trekking trip
Gov. licensed and well-trained English-speaking guide and his entire expenses
A porter (One porter for every 2 members) and his entire expenses
Insurance of Guide and Porter
All required local tax and Gov tax
Down jackets and sleeping bags
Trekking route Map
Not included
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Trip Exclude
Nepal arrival visa
Meals in the city except for breakfast and above mentioned special dinner
Monument entrance fees while on city tour only (USD26 per person)
Your nature expenses eg. Mineral water, Beer, Coke and entire beverage, etc
Travel insurance that covers trip cancelation and Helicopter evacuation
Tips (As an appreciation) and any other extending trips and extra accommodation.
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