Picturesque drive from Kathmandu to Barpak, Soti Khola to Kathmandu
The epicenter of the massive earthquake 2015( Barpak, Nepal)
Barpak, Largest Gurung village in Nepal
Off-the-beaten-path trails
walk in the Hidden Valley, Tsum Valley
Exploration of the Tibetan culture and lifestyle
Several mani walls, Chortens, monasteries, and gompas
Waterfalls, rivers, rhododendron, pine, juniper forest, and caves along the trails
Mesmerizing views of Ganesh Himal, Siring Himal, Buddha Himal, and Himal chuli
The Off-the-beaten-path trekking trail offers a blend of nature and a fascinating culture. The trekking trail takes you along the pine, juniper forests, waterfalls, rushing rivers, caves, and paths guided by rhododendron trees.
The Tsum Valley trek was a restricted area until 2008. The trekking path is not popular as Everest Base Camp and Annapurna Base Camp. The Tsum Valley trek begins driving along the countryside via the Daraudi River, enjoying the scenic views from Kathmandu to Barpak, Gurung village in the west-north Gorkha. Larpak and Khorlabase are gateways to Tsum valley trek and Manaslu Circuit Trek. Leaving the Manaslu trail behind, you enter the Tsum valley. The largest and oldest monastery in the region is Mu Gompa. You can view the mesmerizing views of Ganesh Himal, Siring Himal, and Himal chuli, Buddha Himal en route to Tsum Valley.
Barpak
Barpak is the Gurung village in the northern part of Gorkha. With nearly 15 thousand populations Barpak is the largest Gurung village of Nepal. The Gurung of the Barpak fought bravely in World War I and made the name British Gurkhas famous in the world. Barpak used to be the trading trail between Tibetans and the Newars of Kathmandu.
Barpak was the epicenter of the massive earthquake on 25th April 2015, which caused tremendous loss to the Nepalese families. The traditional houses have been destroyed in the earthquake and rebuilt now and have been a model village worth visiting over Nepal.
Tsum Valley
Tsum Valley is the hidden valley in the Manaslu Region. Among the thousands of trekking trails, Tsum Valley Trek is one of the most stunning treks and has fewer risks for high altitude sickness. The inhabitants of this region are the Tibetans, so to explore the Tibetan culture, you should visit Tsum Valley. You can see several Mani walls, Chortens, monasteries, and gompas in the trails of the Tsum valley trek. Tsum valley trek is the trek for culture with nature lovers.
Best Time to Tsum Valley Trek
You can do Tsum Valley Trek even in the summer season, but the best time to Tsum Valley Trek is Mid-September to Mid-December and March to May.
Itinerary
Day to Day Details
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Our airport representative will receive you and escort you to the hotel.
Hotel
Dinner
1400m.|4593ft.
After Breakfast, we introduce you to the trekking guide at the hotel and brief you about the trek. You will be free for the rest of the day. You can explore Thamel or visit the World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu.
Hotel
Breakfast
1400m.|4593ft.
Duration: 7-8 hours
An 7-8 hour bus journey from Kathmandu takes us to Barpak, Gurung village in the northern part of Gorkha. The Barpak village was the epicenter of the 2015 earthquake that struck Nepal, destroying lives and houses.
Tea House
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
1915m.|6282ft.
Duration: 6 hours
Our trek starts with the countless stone step leading us through the forests and peaceful villages set serenely atop hillsides with views towards the Ganesh Himal and Buddha Himal in the distance. As an alternative route to the regular path taken by the banks of the Budhi Gandaki, our journey through the mountains is a serene one that gives a complete sense of isolation from everything, the welcome interaction with the local people.
Tea House
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
2100m.|6889ft.
Duration: 7 hours
The way to Khorla Besi starts with a slow walk until we reach a suspension bridge and a trail that takes us on to the Singla village. The Singla village has glorious views of the surrounding mountain ranges. We have our lunch and head downhill until we get to the Budhi Gandaki River. From there, we join the main route through Manaslu.
Tea House
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
970m.|3182ft.
Duration: 6 hours
Our guide leads ahead on a trail that takes us to Tatopani, a famous hot spring. From Tatopani, we walk to Dovan and finally get to Jagat, a well-paved village on the threshold to the Manaslu conservation region.
Tea House
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
1340m.4396ft.
Duration: 5 hours
As we pass Jagat village, we climb a rocky ridge and reach Salleri, from where we get rewarding views of Mount Sringi. We move further after descending to Sirdibas, crossing the longest suspension bridge in Nepal. After that, we climb up to Lokpa through the forest areas for about an hour and reach Ekle Bhatti. We get to a scenic gorge moving higher along pine forests and take the right trail that leads to Tsum Valley. We stay overnight at Lokpa.
Tea House
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
2260m.|7828ft.
Duration: 5 hours
We descend to Ghumlong, along the way, we see the first glimpse of Tsum Valley. We climb up to Ripchet, and a short walk from there takes us to Chumling. Chumling is a village with traditional houses, prayer flags, stone-paved streets, mani walls, and old monasteries.
Tea House
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
2386m.|7828ft.
Duration: 4 - 5 hours
After crossing the suspension bridge, we descend to Dhampa Gompa, Rainjam village, and ascend to the hamlet of Gho crossing another suspension bridge. We climb the trail for a few hours to reach Chhokangparo, a small lane village to explore.
Tea House
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
3031m.|9944ft.
Duration: 6 - 7 hours
We hike along the trails towards Mu Gompa, close to the Tibetan border. With the rows of Chortens on the lap of the rugged mountains, Mu Gompa is the largest monastery in the Manaslu region.
Tea House
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
3700m.|12139ft.
Duration: 8 - 9 hours
We hike to the Tibetan Border, Ngula Dhojyang, passing high altitudes. We return to the Mu Gompa for an overnight stay.
Tea House
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
5093m.|16709ft.
Today, we have a long hike with a close view of Ganesh Himal. We will reach Gumba Lungdang, where we stay overnight.
Tea House
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
3200m.|10498ft.
Duration: 8 hours
We get to view majestic views of Ganesh Himal after about four hours ascent to the Ganesh Himal Base Camp. We revert the trail to Gumba Lundang.
Tea House
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
4900m.|16076ft.
Duration: 7 hours
We take the alternative route and head towards Ripchet. After walking through the trail viewing beautiful landscapes, we reach Lokpa.
Tea House
Breakfat, Lunch and Dinner
2240m.|7349ft.
Duration: 7 hours
We descend in altitude, passing back through the scenic village of Philim, crossing the suspension bridges and the forests, complete our long walk at Dovan.
Tea House
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
1340m.|4396ft.
Duration: 7 hours
The path along the Budhi Gandaki River continues to Tatopani and descends towards Khorlabesi. We arrive at Soti Khola, passing through Maccha Khola.
Tea House
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
700m.|2296ft.
Duration: 8 hours
We drive to Kathmandu, passing along the Marsyangdi and Trishuli rivers, hills, and terrace fields.
Hotel
Breakfast, and Lunch
1400m.|4593ft.
After an exciting and exhausting trek, you get a free day at Kathmandu. You can stroll around Thamel or buy souvenirs for your friends and family from Nepal.
Hotel
Breakfast, and Farewell Dinner
1400m.|4593ft.
Fly back to the next destination or continue to the other programs.
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