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Tsum Valley Trek

A 13-day restricted-area trek into the hidden Tsum Valley north of Philim, with Chumling, Chhokangparo, Nile, Mu Gompa and Rachen Gompa, reached by road from Kathmandu.

  • Gün13
  • En yüksek rakım3.700 m
  • Mesafe131 km
  • Yükseliş7.611 m
  • ZorlukZor
  • En iyi aylarMar–May, Oct–Nov
  • İzinler3

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Tsum Valley Trek, Nepal’in Manaslu bölgesinde 3.700 m’ye çıkan 13 günlük bir trekkingdir. Yabancı trekkingciler FindTrekkingPartner’da tarihlerini, bütçelerini ve tempolarını belirterek bir gezi paylaşıp bu rota için partner bulabilir. Eşleşmeler iki trekkingci de kabul edene kadar gizli kalır ve hizmet ücretsizdir. Orta seviye fiyatlarla lisanslı bir rehber, dört trekkingci paylaştığında 13 günde kişi başı yaklaşık 98 USD tutar; tek başına giden bir trekkingci için bu tutar 393 USD’dir. En iyi sezonlar: Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Burası kısıtlı bir bölgedir; bu yüzden kayıtlı bir acente aracılığıyla tutulan lisanslı rehber iznin bir parçasıdır ve tüm grup tek bir acente izniyle seyahat eder. Bu rota için açık geziler aşağıda; başlangıç ayı, grup büyüklüğü ve kalan yerlerle birlikte listelenir. Son doğrulama: 19 Ekim 2026. Kaynaklar: Nepal Turizm Kurulu, DNPWC, Göç İdaresi.

Kaynaklar:Department of Immigration, NepalNepal Tourism BoardDepartment of National Parks and Wildlife Conservation

Genel bakış

Başlangıç: Kathmandu13 gün · maks. 3.700 m

En iyi mevsimler: Mar–May, Oct–Nov · İzinler: Tsum Valley restricted area permit (Department of Immigration, via a registered agency), Manaslu Conservation Area entry permit, TIMS card where required

The Tsum Valley trek is a 13-day journey into a hidden Buddhist valley in the north of Gorkha District, close to the Tibetan border, branching off the Manaslu trail at Philim. It drives from Kathmandu to Machha Khola, follows the Budhi Gandaki valley to Jagat and Lokpha, then climbs through Chumling and Chhokangparo to Nile and Mu Gompa, at about 3,700 m, before returning by Rachen Gompa and the same trail. The route covers about 131 km on foot with 7,600 m of climbing, and the valley is a restricted area inside the Manaslu Conservation Area, so you need a Restricted Area Permit through a registered agency, the conservation area permit and a licensed guide. The trek is hard because of the long days and steady altitude, and the best months are October and November, and March to May. It suits fit trekkers who want culture, monasteries and quiet trails rather than high passes.

What the trek is like

The trail follows the Budhi Gandaki through steep gorge country, with suspension bridges, waterfalls and forest, and some sections now run beside a jeep road. At Philim the Tsum Valley branch turns north through bamboo and oak forest to Lokpha and Chumling, the first Tsum village at about 2,360 m. Above it the valley opens into terraces of barley and buckwheat, stone houses with prayer flags, and long mani walls. Chhokangparo and Nile are the main bases for the upper valley, and Mu Gompa, near the border, is the last stop. The return passes Rachen Gompa and follows the river down to Machha Khola.

Highlights

  • Mu Gompa, the highest and most remote monastery in the valley, near the Tibetan border
  • Rachen Gompa, a nunnery, and the Milarepa cave, associated with the Tibetan saint
  • Terraced villages with mani walls, chortens and traditional stone houses
  • Views of Ganesh Himal, Sringi Himal and the Boudha Himal range
  • A quiet, hidden valley that opened to trekkers only in 2008

Permits and rules

The Tsum Valley is a restricted area, so you need a Restricted Area Permit from the Department of Immigration, issued through a registered agency, plus the Manaslu Conservation Area entry permit and a TIMS card where required. A licensed guide must accompany you. Reports of a March 2026 notice say individual foreigners may apply, but the permit still needs an agency and a guide. Fees and day counts have changed more than once, so ask the agency for the current amounts and check them with the Department of Immigration. Carry several copies of your passport and permits for the check posts at Jagat and Philim.

Best season

October and November have the clearest weather, and March to May bring rhododendron and warmer days. The monsoon has leeches, landslides and cloud on the Machha Khola road, and winter is cold, with snow around Mu Gompa and many lodges closed. Allow a spare day for the road.

Altitude

The highest point is Mu Gompa at about 3,700 m, and the valley sleeps between 850 m and 3,680 m. The climbs are steady, with the biggest gains on the days to Chumling and Chhokangparo. Watch for headache, nausea and poor sleep, never ascend with symptoms, and descend if they worsen. Discuss altitude medicine with your doctor before the trek.

Getting there and away

Drive from Kathmandu to Machha Khola via Dhading, Arughat and Soti Khola, about 8 to 9 hours in a jeep on a rough and dusty road that can be blocked by landslides in the monsoon. The return is the same drive on the last day, and some groups use a jeep for part of the Jagat to Machha Khola section. Keep a spare day in the schedule.

Lodges, food and costs

Simple lodges and homestays operate in every village, with dal bhat, noodles, potatoes, tsampa and tea, and rooms with blankets. In the upper valley, facilities are basic and some places close in the off season. Prices rise with altitude, and you should bring cash for the whole trek, because there are no machines on the trail.

Packing list

Broken-in boots, waterproof layers, a down jacket, a sleeping bag rated to about minus 10 C, gloves, hat, sunglasses, sun cream, trekking poles, a headlamp, water purification and a first-aid kit. Add leech socks in wet months and a scarf or shawl to wear in monasteries.

Who this trek suits and how to prepare

The trek suits fit trekkers who like culture and quiet trails. The days are long, with 14 to 17 km on several, so prepare with hill walks and some days with a loaded pack. Respect for local customs, including photography rules, is part of the preparation.

The plan at a glance

Day 1 drives to Machha Khola. Days 2 to 4 walk to Jagat, Lokpha and Chumling. Days 5 to 7 go to Chhokangparo, Nile and Mu Gompa. Day 8 walks to Rachen Gompa and day 9 returns to Chumling. Days 10 to 12 return to Lokpha, Jagat and Machha Khola, and day 13 drives to Kathmandu.

Extensions

Add a day at Mu Gompa to explore the upper valley or walk toward the Tibetan border viewpoints, visit the Milarepa cave and Rachen Gompa on an extra night, or continue to the Manaslu Circuit from Philim, which adds about a week and the Larkya La. Check the permits for each route with your agency.

Practical tips from the trail

  • Walking times in the day plan are estimates from distance and climb, checked against operator itineraries; real times differ with pace, load and weather.
  • Start early on the long days and keep a steady pace.
  • Dress modestly and ask before taking photographs inside monasteries.
  • Walk clockwise around mani walls and chortens.
  • Carry cash in small notes, as villages have no machines.
  • Keep a spare day for the Machha Khola road.

Responsible trekking

Take rubbish out, use filtered water, buy from local families and respect the valley's customs. Do not give sweets or money to children.

Öne çıkanlar

  • Mu Gompa, the high monastery near the Tibetan border at about 3,700 m
  • Rachen Gompa, a nunnery, and the Milarepa cave area
  • Chumling, Chhokangparo and Nile, Tibetan-style villages
  • Views of Ganesh Himal and Sringi Himal from the valley
  • A trek of culture with few other trekkers

Rota haritası

Gün gün

İklimlendirme

Gece gece uyku rakımı. Kırmızı çubuklar bir önceki geceye göre 500 m'den fazla yükselir; dinlenme günleri işaretlidir.

  • Uyku rakımı
  • 500 m üzeri artış
  • Dinlenme günü

Maliyeti

Kişi başı tahmini toplam maliyet: rakıma göre konaklama ve yemek, ulaşım, izinler, rehber ve porterler. Bir rehberi ve porterleri paylaşan trekkingci sayısı arttıkça kişi başı ödenen azalır. Ekim 2026 itibarıyla.

Tarz1 trekkingci2 trekkingci paylaşıyor4 trekkingci paylaşıyor
Ekonomik$650–$930$480–$710$400–$590
Orta seviye$1.250–$1.800$820–$1.200$640–$950
Konforlu$1.350–$1.950$1.000–$1.500$840–$1.250

Paylaşan 2 trekkingci için döküm

KalemEkonomikOrta seviyeKonforlu
Konaklama ve yemek$210–$350$290–$480$400–$630
Ulaşım$10–$30$170–$230$170–$230
İzinler$90–$110$90–$110$90–$110
Rehber$160–$230$160–$230$160–$230
Porterler—$80–$140$170–$280

Ekonomik tarz toplu taşıma kullanır ve porter içermez; orta seviye iki trekkingci arasında bir porter ve özel araç paylaşımı içerir; konforlu tarz her trekkingciye bir porter verir. Rehber, zorunlu olduğunda veya tarz orta seviye ya da konforlu olduğunda dahildir.

Gecelik konaklama ve yemek (oda ve bir dal bhat yemeği)

8 gece Below 2,500 m: oda $2–$9, dal bhat $4–$7 · 4 gece 2,500 to 3,800 m: oda $4–$11, dal bhat $5–$11

İzin ücretleri (resmi kaynaklar)
  • Tsum Valley restricted-area permit: $40 hafta başına / $30 hafta başına Kaynak
  • Manaslu Conservation Area entry permit (MCAP): NPR 3.000 giriş başına Kaynak
  • TIMS card (trekking agency issued): NPR 2.000 giriş başına Kaynak
Maliyet kaynakları

Teklif değil, operatör rehberlerinden tahminlerdir. Bahşişler, sigorta, ekipman ve Kathmandu otelleri dahil değildir; USD platform döviz kuruyladır.

Sık sorulan sorular

Yes, a Restricted Area Permit from the Department of Immigration through a registered agency, plus the Manaslu Conservation Area permit and a TIMS card where required. Ask for current fees.

No. A licensed guide is compulsory in the restricted area. Reports say that since March 2026 individuals may apply for the permit, but a registered agency and guide are still required.

Thirteen days from Kathmandu on this plan, including two driving days, eleven walking days and a return by the same trail. Many agencies allow 14 to 16 days.

The valley runs from about 1,900 m to over 4,000 m, and this trek reaches about 3,700 m at Mu Gompa.

October and November, and March to May. The monsoon has leeches and landslides, and winter closes some lodges.

Yes. The Tsum Valley branches from the Manaslu trail at Philim, and agencies sell combined treks of 20 days or more, but each part needs its own permit.

It is a high monastery near the Tibetan border and a centre of Buddhist learning in the valley, at about 3,700 m. Visit respectfully and ask before taking photographs.

Kaynaklar

Patika boyunca

Rotanın her gününde konaklama, sağlık desteği, su ve görülecek yerler.

  1. 1. Kathmandu → Machha Khola

    • Tribhuvan International Airport · Havalimanları ve ulaşım · 1.340 m
  2. 2. Machha Khola → Jagat

    • Manaslu Hotel & Lodge · Konaklama · 859 m
    • Viewpoint of Ganesh Himal & landslide area · Manzara noktaları · 944 m
    • Hot Springs · Doğa · 982 m
    • Himalayan Tourist Guest House · Konaklama · 1.335 m
    • Manaslu Shani Hotel & Lodge · Konaklama · 1.353 m
    • Rubinala Inn · Konaklama · 1.340 m
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    • Manaslu Hotel & Lodge · Konaklama · 859 m
    • Mt. Everest Hotel · Konaklama · 879 m
    • Shangri La Hotel · Konaklama · 890 m
    • Viewpoint of Ganesh Himal & landslide area · Manzara noktaları · 944 m
    • Hot Springs · Doğa · 982 m
    • Budhi Gandaki Valley Gusethouse · Konaklama · 983 m
    • Thulodhunga Hotel and Lodge · Konaklama · 1.146 m
    • Hosanna · Konaklama · 1.300 m
    • Himalayan Tourist Guest House · Konaklama · 1.335 m
    • Manaslu Shani Hotel & Lodge · Konaklama · 1.353 m
    • Rubinala Inn · Konaklama · 1.340 m
  3. 3. Jagat → Lokpha

    • Jagat Health Unit · Sağlık · 1.335 m
    • Royal Guest House · Konaklama · 1.574 m
    • Gorkha view hotel · Konaklama · 1.562 m
    • Laprak Gurung Bamboo Cottage & Restaurant · Konaklama · 1.633 m
    • Viewpoint · Manzara noktaları · 1.898 m
    • Chum Gate Way Hotel & Lodge · Konaklama · 1.925 m
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    • Jagat Health Unit · Sağlık · 1.335 m
    • Royal Guest House · Konaklama · 1.574 m
    • Gorkha view hotel · Konaklama · 1.562 m
    • Laprak Gurung Bamboo Cottage & Restaurant · Konaklama · 1.633 m
    • Chum Nubri Ekle Bhatti Chisopi Guest House · Konaklama · 1.633 m
    • Viewpoint · Manzara noktaları · 1.898 m
    • Chum Gate Way Hotel & Lodge · Konaklama · 1.925 m
  4. 4. Lokpha → Chumling

    • Viewpoint · Manzara noktaları · 1.911 m
    • Drinking Water · Pratik · 2.161 m
    • Chumling Guest House · Konaklama · 2.341 m
    • Tashi Delek Lobsang Lodge & Restaurant · Konaklama · 2.341 m
  5. 5. Chumling → Chhokangparo

    • Trekker's Home · Konaklama · 3.065 m
  6. 6. Chhokangparo → Nile

    • Milarepa Hotel & Lodge · Konaklama · 3.058 m
    • Kyimulung Hotel & Lodge · Konaklama · 3.210 m
    • Tsum Valey Pangpoche Guest House · Konaklama · 3.224 m
    • Drinking Water · Pratik · 3.278 m
    • Nile Norling Guest House · Konaklama · 3.308 m
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    • Milarepa Hotel & Lodge · Konaklama · 3.058 m
    • Kyimulung Hotel & Lodge · Konaklama · 3.210 m
    • Tsum Valey Pangpoche Guest House · Konaklama · 3.224 m
    • Drinking Water · Pratik · 3.278 m
    • Kagni Lodge · Konaklama · 3.295 m
    • Nile Norling Guest House · Konaklama · 3.308 m
  7. 7. Nile → Mu Gompa

    • Mu Gumba · Konaklama · 3.686 m
  8. 8. Mu Gompa → Rachen Gompa

    • Birthing Center & Outreach Clinic · Sağlık · 3.253 m
  9. 9. Rachen Gompa → Chumling

    • Peaceful Hotel & Lodge · Konaklama · 3.070 m
    • Drinking Water · Pratik · 2.557 m
    • Domje · Konaklama · 2.506 m
    • Chameri Himal Guest House · Konaklama · 2.442 m
    • Tsum Jhambala Hotel & Restaurant · Konaklama · 2.269 m
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    • Peaceful Hotel & Lodge · Konaklama · 3.070 m
    • Drinking Water · Pratik · 2.557 m
    • Domje · Konaklama · 2.506 m
    • Chameri Himal Guest House · Konaklama · 2.442 m
    • Renzam Ganesh Himal Guest House · Konaklama · 2.437 m
    • Tsum Jhambala Hotel & Restaurant · Konaklama · 2.269 m
  10. 10. Chumling → Lokpha

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  11. 11. Lokpha → Jagat

    • Tsum Guest House · Konaklama · 1.919 m
    • Tashi Delek Lobshang Lodge & Restaurant · Konaklama · 1.919 m
    • Hotel Motherland Tsum · Konaklama · 1.910 m
    • Viewpoint · Manzara noktaları · 1.886 m
    • Mongolian cottage · Konaklama · 1.334 m
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    • Tsum Guest House · Konaklama · 1.919 m
    • Tashi Delek Lobshang Lodge & Restaurant · Konaklama · 1.919 m
    • Hotel Motherland Tsum · Konaklama · 1.910 m
    • Viewpoint · Manzara noktaları · 1.886 m
    • Nyak Phedi Guest House · Konaklama · 1.681 m
    • Kham-Sangbo Hotel & Lodge · Konaklama · 1.801 m
    • Akley Bhatti Hotel & Lodge · Konaklama · 1.620 m
    • Ekelebhatti Long Bridge Guest House & Restaurant · Konaklama · 1.611 m
    • Hulchuki hotel and restaurant · Konaklama · 1.564 m
    • Philim village and lodge · Konaklama · 1.570 m
    • Shrinki Guest House · Konaklama · 1.336 m
    • Mongolian cottage · Konaklama · 1.334 m
  12. 12. Jagat → Machha Khola

    • Jagat Guest House · Konaklama · 1.346 m
    • Yuru Khola · Konaklama · 1.279 m
    • Punngpu · Doğa · 1.310 m
    • Hot Springs · Doğa · 816 m
    • Hotel Chumvally Restaurant and Lodge · Konaklama · 862 m
    • Hotel Hilltop · Konaklama · 857 m
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    • Jagat Guest House · Konaklama · 1.346 m
    • Yuru Khola · Konaklama · 1.279 m
    • Yaru Guest House · Konaklama · 1.326 m
    • Punngpu · Doğa · 1.310 m
    • Royal Mountain Hotel & Lodge · Konaklama · 984 m
    • 18 Saya Khola Family Guest House · Konaklama · 987 m
    • Sangri La Hotel · Konaklama · 884 m
    • River View Guest House · Konaklama · 881 m
    • Sem Jang Ganesh Hotel · Konaklama · 888 m
    • Hot Springs · Doğa · 816 m
    • Hotel Chumvally Restaurant and Lodge · Konaklama · 862 m
    • Hotel Hilltop · Konaklama · 857 m
  13. 13. Machha Khola → Kathmandu

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