Manaslu Circuit & Tsum Valley Trek – 21 Days

What's Included & What's Not

What's Included

Airport Pickup and Drop-Off: Private vehicle transportation for airport pickup upon arrival and drop-off upon departure in Nepal.

Kathmandu Accommodation: 2 nights’ accommodation in a standard hotel in Kathmandu on a twin-sharing basis, including breakfast.

Transportation to the Trek Starting Point: Public bus transportation from Kathmandu to Machhakhola.

Transportation from the Trek Ending Point to Pokhara: Public vehicle transportation from the trek ending point to Pokhara/Kathmandu, as per the itinerary.

Meals During the Trek: All standard meals—breakfast, lunch, and dinner—throughout the trek, including one cup of tea or coffee with breakfast each day.

Teahouse Accommodation: Standard teahouse or lodge accommodation throughout the trekking route.

Professional Trekking Guide: Services of a government-licensed, experienced, friendly, and professional trekking guide, including their salary, meals, accommodation, required trekking equipment, and accident insurance.

Special Permit: Tsum Valley and Manaslu Circuit

Local Government Permit Fees: All applicable local government permit fees.

Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP): All required ACAP permit fees.

TIMS Card: Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS) card and applicable fees.

Sleeping Bag: A sleeping bag is provided for use during the trek, if required.

Trekking Map: A detailed trekking route map is provided.

First Aid and Altitude Monitoring: A first-aid kit with essential medical supplies, including a pulse oximeter for monitoring oxygen levels at high altitude.

Emergency Helicopter Rescue Arrangement: Emergency helicopter rescue can be arranged when medically necessary. Travelers are required to pay the rescue cost upfront and claim reimbursement from their travel insurance provider, subject to the terms and coverage of their insurance policy. This service is available only in genuine emergency situations.

Government Taxes and Service Charges: All applicable government taxes and office service charges are included.

What's Not Included

International Airfare: International flights to and from Nepal are not included in the trekking package and must be arranged separately.

Nepal Entry Visa Fees: Nepal visa-on-arrival fees and other applicable visa charges are not included in the package.

Travel & Medical Insurance: Travel insurance, medical insurance, high-altitude trekking coverage, and emergency evacuation insurance are not included and must be arranged by the traveler.

Important Information

Four permits, agency-only

Both Tsum and Manaslu are restricted; a licensed guide is legally required and permits can't be self-issued.

Carry cash

No ATMs on the route — bring enough rupees from Kathmandu for the whole trek.

The pass rules the plan

Don't compress the acclimatization days; the Samagaon rest day and Tsum acclimatization exist for Larkya La.

Manaslu Circuit & Tsum Valley Combined Trek – 21 Days

Trip Info

Destination

Duration

Trip Difficulty

Activities

Max. Elevation

Group Size

Accommodation

Meals

Trip Highlights

Trip Overview

Detailed Itinerary

Arrive in Kathmandu (1,350 m)

Drive Kathmandu to Machha Khola (approx. 930 m) via Arughat

Trek to Yaru Khola (approx. 1,330 m)

Trek to Lokpa (approx. 2,240 m)

Trek to Chumling, Lower Tsum (approx. 2,390 m)

Trek to Chhokangparo, Upper Tsum (approx. 3,030 m)

Trek to Nile (approx. 3,360 m) via Milarepa's Cave

Trek to Mu Gompa (approx. 3,700 m)

Acclimatisation Day: Dhephyudonma Gompa (approx. 4,060 m)

Trek to Rachen Gompa (approx. 3,240 m) via Gonhgye Gompa

Trek back to Chumling (approx. 2,390 m)

Trek to Deng (approx. 1,860 m)

Trek to Namrung (approx. 2,630 m)

Trek to Samagaon (approx. 3,530 m)

Acclimatisation Day at Samagaon

Trek to Samdo (approx. 3,875 m)

Trek to Dharamsala / Larkya Phedi (approx. 4,460 m)

Cross the Larkya La (approx. 5,106 m), Descend to Bhimthang (approx. 3,720 m)

Trek to Dharapani (approx. 1,860 m) via Tilche

Drive to Kathmandu via Besisahar

Depart Kathmandu

What's Included & What's Not

What's Included

What's Not Included

Important Information

Four permits, agency-only

Carry cash

The pass rules the plan

Equipment List

Optional Add-on Experiences

Porter Services

Tour Availability

Altitude Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Manaslu Tsum Valley trek?

How is it different from the standalone Tsum Valley trek?

How difficult is the trek?

What is the highest point?

Why do Tsum first and then the circuit?

What permits do I need?

How much do the permits cost?

Can I do this trek solo?

What is the best time for the Manaslu Tsum Valley trek?

How long is the Larkya La day?

What happens if the pass is closed by snow?

Are there acclimatisation days?

Can I visit Manaslu Base Camp?

Is travel insurance mandatory?

What accommodation can I expect?

What food is available?

Is there phone signal or Wi-Fi?

How much cash should I carry?

How much does the trek cost?

Can I hire a porter?

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Additional Information

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