Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek (24 Days)

Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek, along the border with Tibet, east of the Manaslu  Trail  was opened in 2008. Its people are of Tibetan origin, speak a unique dialect and still trade to the north. The valley is rich in ancient art, culture and religion. It adds a richly rewarding extension to the Manaslu trek.

A scenic drive through the Middle Hills leads to the trailhead at Arughat to Soti Khola. The Manaslu Tsum valley trekking trail crosses numerous ridges and villages as it rises to Philim. Here it turns east into the lower then broader upper Tsum Valley Trek. Crops include barley, maize, buckwheat and potatoes. Wild life, includes Himalayan Tahrs and Jharal (blue sheep) played on by snow leopards. 

Highlights along the Tsum valley  Trek include the village of Chhekampar with its stone houses, slate roofs and Milarepa’s cave. The monastery at Mu Gompa and Rachen Gompa to the south has nuns of the Ngak-pa. Gumba Lungdang is another important nunnery where trekkers are welcomed at the evening puja. Their 360o views are amongst the best on the Tsum valley trek. A forest trail leads to Ganesh Himal Base Camp. 

At Lokpa, the trail rejoins the Manaslu circuit Trek through the valleys of Kutang and Nupri “the western mountains.” The route is forested and gradually presents views of Himal Chuli, Ngadi Chuli and Manaslu with the glaciers that flow from their flanks. 

In Samagaon, visit the Kargyu Chholing Monastery and Pungyen Nunnery. A high trail leads to the Manaslu Base Camp Trek : the mountain was first conquered by a Japanese team in 1959. 

Then, for two days, the trail climbs gradually toward the Larkya La (5100m) – and great vistas. The downward trek drops into the forested Marsyangdi Valley and joins the Annapurna Circuit Trail for the downstream walk to Tal and Jeep/ bus to Kathmandu.  

Sturdy boots, warm waterproof clothing, a good sleeping bag, day pack, camera, sunscreen and hat are essential trekking accessories. We offer both Manaslu tea house trekking package in this newly opened trekking route.  Spring (March - May) and autumn (September - November) are the best months to trek.

Outline Itinerary

Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft)

Day 02: Kathmandu valley sightseeing & trek preparation (1,300m/4,264 ft)
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Day at leisure, to follow your own interest.

Day 03: Drive Kathmandu to Arughat (670m/2,198 ft) - Soti Khola (710m/2,330ft), 8-9 hrs drive 

Day 04: Soti Khola - Macche Khola (890m/2920 ft) 6-7 hrs

Day 05: Maccha Khola – Doban (1,000m/ 3,280ft) 6-7 hrs

Day 06: Doban – Philim (1,590m/5,216ft), 6-7 hrs trek

Day 07: Philim - Chumling (2360m/7750ft) 6-7hrs

Day 08: Chumling - Chhekampar (3010m/9850ft) 5-6hrs

Day 09: Chhekampar - Nile (3480 m/11415ft) 4-5hrs

Day 10: Day explore: Nile to Mu Gompa and Chhekampar (3010m/9870ft) 6-7hrs

Day 11: Chhokampar - Gumba Lungdang (3200m/10496ft) 5-6hrs

Day 12: Day trip to Ganesh Himal Base Camp (4200m/13780ft) 7-8hrs

Day 13: Gumba Lungdang - Lokpa (2240m/7348ft) 7-8hrs

Day 14: Lokpa – Bihi Phedi (2,130m/6,990ft) 6-7hrs

Day 15: Bihi Phedi – Lho (3,180m/10,430ft), 6-7 hrs trek

Day 16: Lho - Samagaon (3530m/11,578 ft) 5-6 hrs

Day 17: Day explore : Samagaon - Pungyen gompa/ Manaslu Base Camp - Samagaon

Day 18: Samagaun - Samdo (3860m/12,660 ft) 3-4 hrs

Day 19: Samdo - Dharamsala/Larkya Base Camp

Day 20: Dharamsala - Larkya la {5100m/16, 728 ft} - Bimthang {3720m/12, 201 ft}

Day 21: Bimthang – Gho (2,515m/8,250 ft) 5-6 hrs(1060 m descend)

Day 22: Gho – Tal (1,70 m/5,580 ft}, 5-6 hrs 

Day 23: Tal - Besi Shahar (760m/2,495ft) - Kathmandu (1 300 m/ 4, 264ft), 8-9 hrs drive

Day 24: Final Departure

Drive to international Airport and fly to onward destination. 

                 "OR"

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Cost Inclusive:

• All airport/Hotel transfers
• City tour by private transport
• 2 star Hotel in Kathmandu for 3 nights with breakfast
• Welcome and farewell dinner
• Full meals on your choice (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) during the trek
• Hot drinks (Tea & Coffee)
• All mountain accommodation
• Ground transportations (Kathmandu/Soti Khola/Tal/Kathmandu)
• An experienced English-speaking Govt. registered trekking guide and Sherpa porters to carry luggage (2 trekkers: 1 porter)
• Guide & porter salary, insurance, equipment, flight, food and lodging
• Trekking permits and necessary paper work  (Manaslu region/Tsum valley special trekking permit, MCAP and ACAP entry permit )
• A comprehensive medical kit
• All government and local taxes
• Trekking equipment such as four season down jacket, sleeping bag, trekking boots, rain coat, walking stick and many more as per necessity

Cost Exclusive:

• City entrance fees
• Bottle drinks
• Camera battery re-charge 
• Personal expenses
• Lunch & Dinner in Kathmandu
• Travel insurance & evacuation
• Tip (not mandatory but expected) 

Manaslu Tsum valley trekking detail itinerary

Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu (1 300m/4 264 ft)

Our Mountain Mart Treks Airport Representative will meet you outside the Terminal Hall (after completing passport, immigration and visa requirements). Look for our Treks and Expeditions logo with your name on it. Transfer to your hotel: afternoon free.  Evening: a welcome dinner, hosted by our management team, to introduce you to your guide, brief you on the trek and check on necessities. 

Day 02: Kathmandu valley sightseeing and trek preparation

After breakfast, a city tour that includes the Kathmandu Valley’s cultural world heritage sites: the Hindu temple Pashupatinath; Bouddhanath, the world’s largest stupa; Swayambhunath, the famed “monkey temple” and visits to the historical Patan Durbar Square and Kathmandu’s Durbar Square (Freak Street) with ancient temples, unique art, architecture, and the chance to see the Kumari (living goddess). 

                  "OR": 

A day at leisure to follow your own interests. 

Evening: pre-trip counselling and a check on trek gear, medical kit and permits.

Day 03: Drive Kathmandu to Arughat (670m/2,198 ft) - Soti Khola (710m/2,330ft), 8-9 hrs drive 

A scenic drive west through the middle hills to Malekhu, then a secondary road to Dhading Besi and a 35km dirt road to Arughat on the Budhi Gandaki River. This is a large Newar and Gurung village with many mango garden. Another about 2 hrs drive upstream of river to Soti Khola. 

Day 04: Soti Khola  - Machha Khola (890m/2 920 ft) 6-7 hrs

The trail undulates over ridges and passes waterfalls on a steep trail clinging to the side of a cliff. It then drops to pass rice paddies before climbing to the attractive Gurung village of Labubesi. Beyond, the valley opens out and the trail drops onto gravel banks along the river before rising to the village of Machha Khola (Fish River) above the river – with good views of the 7 000m Ganesh Himal.  Overnight at Machha Khola.

Day 05: Machha Khola – Dobhan (1 000m/ 3 280ft) 6-7 hrs 

The narrow trail follows minor ups and downs, often dropping to the gravel bar before crossing the Thado Khola and following a rocky ravine to Khorlabesi. After more moderate ups and downs there is a small hot spring at Tatopani. The trail then climbs a ridge before crossing the Budhi Gandaki on a suspension bridge. A good staircase, leads to a landslide before a final ridge to Dobhan. Overnight at Dobhan. 

Day 06: Dobhan – Philim (1 590m/5 216ft), 6-7 hrs

Today’s trail follows the east bank to a 93m suspension bridge over the Yaru Khola, then climbs stone stairs up and back to the river before climbing to Thado Bharyang. Here it crosses to the west bank of the Budhi Gandaki, climbs a ridge and follows the river gently upwards to the village of Jagat. Walk on to Salleri, via a cliff-side trail – with views of Sringi Himal (7187m) to the north. Descend to Sirdibas; and the first signs of Buddhist culture. Another suspension bridge leads to the east bank, and a tiring climb up to Philim: a prosperous Gurung village, the Chholing Sandu Gompa and surrounded by fields of maize and millet. Overnight at Philim. 

Day 07: Philim – Chumling (2 360m/7 750ft) 6-7 hrs

Traverse north of Philim, through forest up the narrowing valley to Ekle Bhatti. The trail then drops through a steep gorge under pine trees to a junction at New Bridge which leads to the Larkya La.  To the right (east) a well-graded, exposed, zigzag track leads up through pines and rhododendrons, to Lokpa and the narrow lower Tsum Valley.  

Then descend through beautiful forest, cross streams and circle under a bluff on the river before climbing steeply on well-made but exposed steps. Later, traverse steeply up through pines and rhododendrons, past a rock fall and later drop to Gumling and the Siyar Khola that drains much of the valley. Cross the wooden bridge and finally ascend the steep, narrow and exposed track to Chumling. The houses are classic Tibetan with barricades of firewood on the roofs: but built with sloping roofs to cope with the abundant rain and snow. They farm maize and potatoes. Overnight at Chumling.

Day 08: Chumling - Chhekampar (3 010m/9 850ft) 5-6 hrs

An easier day today! Cross the suspension bridge and new forest growing over a recent landslide. Higher up, pass gompas and superb views of the Ganesh Himal. Beyond Rainjam the trail drops to cross the Sarpu Khola that drains the Syakpa Glacier off Sringi Himal (7101m) to the north. The trail then climbs, for some 2,5 hours, on well-graded but exposed track, to the Upper Tsum Valley and the linked villages of Chhekang and Paro, generally known as Chhekampar. 

Here the valley broadens but the stone houses nestle under cliffs to make full use of the spacious fields for barley, maize, buckwheat and potatoes. Herds of tahr frequently graze the wild cliffs to the north; and if not watched can cause havoc in the fields. Himalchuli (7893m) can be seen to the west. Overnight at Chhekampar. 

Day 09: Chhekampar - Nile (3 480 m/11 415ft) 4-5 hrs

A fairly short day today. First explore the linked villages and perhaps climb north to a retreat where Lama Kongdhog died after26 years of meditation: the friendly people speak Tsumba, related to Tibetan, but little Nepali and are unused to visitors.

The trail passes through small villages and a local school, then rises to a ridge with chortens before passing through Lamagaon (3020m). From here the huge courtyard of the Rachen Gompa nunnery is visible across the river. This is the female equivalent of the main Kathmandu Dopan Monastery.

Beyond the village of Burji a trail to the north leads to Milarepa’s Cave (Piren Phu – Pigeon Cave): one of the many places where the bringer of Buddhism to Tibet is reputed to have meditated.

Later, the trail crosses the Siyar Khola to join the trail from Rachen Gompa to Nile. There is an unusual round stupa before the impressive entrance gate to the large village of Chhule: where the children wear chubas and yaks abound. Further upstream, a bridge leads to the final climb to Nile. Overnight at Nile.

Day 10: Exploration day: Nile - Mu Gompa (3 709m/1 2169ft) - Chhekampar (3 010m/9 870ft) 6-7 hrs

Make an early start for the walk up to Mu Gompa, through dry Tibetan countryside – with rows of chortens and broadening mountain vistas. The ancient monastery houses over 100 monks. On three sides are tantalising views of the Tibetan border – with three passes frequently used for trade by the Tsumbas just out of sight. There are extensive seasonal yak pastures, the Lungdang Glacier to the east and high peaks in all directions. If time, include a visit to the Dhephyu Doma Nunnery (4 000m) to the west.

On the return route trek it is possible to visit the Rachen Gompa (the older sections are the most interesting) from Phurba and rejoin the trail to Chhekampar at Ngakyu Leru. Overnight at Chhekampar. 

Day 11: Chhekampar - Gumba Lungdang (3 200m/10 496ft) 5-6 hrs

Retrace the trail to the small gompa at Gho, then drop south to a wooden bridge over the river and continue to Dumje: which has a Tibetan herbal medicine clinic and school. The track then leads up steeply, through pines and rhododendrons to a mani wall, after which it traverses along an exposed route, before zigzagging up through huge silver pines to the gompa perched on a ridge.  The mountain views in all directions are fantastic: this is likely to be a highlight of the trek.

This small gompa with 40 nuns: who each stay in a small cell, has an intense and engrossing puja from 18.00-19.30 each night. Visitors are invited to attend and permission may be obtained to camp in the gompa forecourt and use their kitchen and ablution facilities. Overnight at Gumba Lungdang.

Day 12: Exploration day: Gumba Lungdang – Ganesh Himal BC (4 200m/13 780ft) – return 7-8 hrs

Circle from the gompa past the nuns’ housing, and zigzag down to a lower indistinct track: follow it through the forest and cross the wooden Lungdang Khola bridge. Climb steeply through pines and rhododendrons and across a kharka up to a ridge. Continue up a birch-lined creek-bed and emerge onto grassy flats east of the Torogumba Glacier’s lateral moraine. Continue past yak huts to a track up the moraine wall that gives superb views of the cirque of mountains. The Ganesh Himal Base Camp (4200m/13 780m) is about here (~4hrs). Return to Gumba Lungdang in time for the evening puja. Overnight at Gumba Lungdang.

 Day 13: Gumba Lungdang – Ripchet (2 470m/8 100ft) – Lokpa (2 240m/7 348ft) 7-8 hrs

Descend the trail to Dumje, cross the Lungdang Khola and take the south bank trail down the Siyar Khola that climbs over deep gorges and cantilever bridges to the high fertile valley of Ripchet. Several chortens adorn barley and buckwheat fields that have been cut from surrounding pine forests. Steep stairs lead down to Gumling on the river before the trail climbs through temperate forest to Lokpa. Overnight at Lokpa.

Day 14: Lokpa – Bihi Phedi (1 990m/6 530ft) 6-7 hrs

Follow the exposed trail down to New Bridge – and the trail up from Philim. Cross the Budhi Gandaki and enter its narrow gorge on an up-and-down trail with river crossings. After a suspension bridge the trail enters bamboo forest and rises to the village Deng. This is the entry point to Nupri (the western mountains); a region inhabited by Gurungs who practice Buddhism and trade across the passes with Tibet. From here there are good views of Shringi Himal to the northeast. The trail then crosses to the east bank and climbs to Rana and on, uphill to Bihi Phedi. Overnight at Bihi Phedi. 

Day 15: Bihi Phedi – Lho (3 180m/10 430ft), 6-7 hrs   

From Bihi Phedi to Lho, the trail rises, easily, over 700m and from Lho to Samagaon another 570m – then a rest day. The trail continues in and out of canyons and through dense forests with little habitation. After crossing the Serang Khola it rises steeply, then traverses above the river (now in a deep gorge) before undulating through forest: with birds that include the impheyan pheasant, then past maize and wheat fields to Ghap. There is a well preserved entrance kani and many intricately carved mani stones. 

A bridge crosses the river where it thunders down a gorge after which the forest thins and the trail becomes easier. It then climbs through bamboo and rhododendron forest to Namrung; which has a hydro electric plant; and great views of the Shringi and Ganesh Himals to the west. 

From here, the trail enters Upper Nupri and the dialect changes to a form of Tibetan; chubas are the common dress. The trail continues through forest to Lihi: a village with grouped dwellings, shingled roofs and impressive chortens; plus great views of Himal Chuli to the south. 

The trail then drops and crosses a side-valley and the Hinang Khola (where a trail leads south to the Himal Chuli BC). Beyond the double-span bridge it rises sharply to a detailed chorten and the packed houses of Sho. There are fine views up the valley as the trail climbs, past a large prayer wheel on the trail, before the village of Shrip (where watch towers in the fields are manned to scare away bears at night). A final steep pull leads to the ridge and large village of Lho. There are spectacular views of Manaslu and surrounding peaks from a kani above the village. Overnight at Lho.

Day 16: Lho - Samagaon (3 530m/11 578 ft) 5-6 hrs  

The Budi Gandaki now flows far below in the valley. The trail passes a massive mani wall west of Lho, then drops to cross a bridge over the Damonan Khola before following a northern tributary upwards through shady pine forests. Then a short climb to a plateau and the sadly deforested village of Shyala. Huge mountains surround it: Himal Chuli (7893m) and Peak 29 (Ngadi Chuli, 7873m) to the south, Manaslu (8156m) and large glaciers ahead, more snow-capped peaks to the west and north, and beyond the eastern end of the valley, Ganesh Himal and the mountains of the Tsum Valley. 

Further on, the trail crosses a bridge over the Numla Khola that drains the Pungyen Glacier from Manaslu; a trail leads to Pungyen gompa. Continue to a large chorten, before a dip and the two rows of houses forming the main part of Samagaon. Above the far end of the village, overlooking the valley stands the Kargyu Chholing Monastery. Overnight at Samagaon.

Day 17: Rest and Exploration day: Samagaon - Pungyen Gompa / Manaslu Base Camp x-y hrs

Explore the village and customs; the countless mani stones with texts and paintings and visit the Monastery. It belongs to the Nyingma Buddhist sect and so most of its Lamas are married: living in dwellings at the complex. There are eight temple buildings: the largest, Pemba Chholing Gompa, contains an impressive statue of Guru Rinpoche.

Walk to the Pungyen (Bracelet) Nunnery above the Pungyen Glacier: a description of Manaslu’s twin peaks. It lies beyond a ridge, and looks out onto Manaslu (known locally as Kang Pungyen), 5-6 hrs. 

An alternative all day hike, that rises ~1000m, is to the Birendra Tal, north of Sama and then west on the trail above the snout of the Manaslu Glacier to the Base Camp (4400m), 7-8 hrs. 

Day 18: Samagaon - Samdo (3 860m/12 660 ft) 3-4 hrs 

Descend to the Budhi Gandaki, that has turned north, and pass the lake and Base Camp trail as well as several mani walls as the valley begins to widen. This is an easy trail along a shelf above the river through juniper and birch forests that surround Kermo Kharka. Further on, the trail drops to cross the Budhi Gandaki on a wooden bridge before climbing steeply onto a promontory above the confluence of the river with the Mayol Khola from the north. 

At the top is a stone arch, followed later by a white kani at the entrance to Samdo: a village of clustered houses nestled behind a ridge. An afternoon walk to a viewpoint on the Pana Danda (on a pass to Tibet); or better, towards Samdo Peak to the northeast will offer the finest views of Manaslu. Overnight at Samdo.

Day 19: Samdo - Dharamsala/Larkya Phedi (4 460m/14 628 ft) 4-5 hrs 

A wide gentle trail passes fields of wheat, prayer flags, a large mani wall and stone archway. It then descends to the river, crosses a wooden bridge and climbs upwards, over two streams, before the first sight of the Larkya Glacier. It then works its way around and up the valley of the Salka Khola before climbing up to the stone ‘guest house’ (4450 m): a simple stone shelter on the Larkya La Phedi called Dharamsala. Tents are obligatory here as the shelter is without doors or a complete roof. Rest and relax in preparation for the Pass crossing.  Short walks can lead to better view the Larke (6249m) and Naike (6211m) peaks. Overnight at Dharamsala.

Day 20: Dharamsala - Larkya la (5 100m/16 728 ft) - Bimthang (3 720m/12 201 ft) 8-9 hrs 

Today’s pass needs, if snow free, 3-5 hours to ascend the 800m to the summit and 3-4 hours to descend the 1500m to Bimthang. It can be very cold, especially if windy. Snow and ice conditions demand more care and time. 

The trail along the Larkya Glacier is not difficult but is long and rocky underfoot. From Dharamsala, it rises gently to a ridge followed by a long gentle climb to a moraine. Larke Peak (6249m) and Cheo Himal emerge to the north of the glacier. A short climb leads to an ablation valley on the northern side of the glacier followed by a drop to pass four frozen lakes, before a gradual ascent up the glacial moraine that becomes steeper on the final pull to the summit. 

The reward is outstanding views to the west that include: anticlockwise from the north – Cheo Himal (6 820m), Himlung (7 126m), Kang Garu (6 680m) and the huge Annapurna II (7 937m) away to the east. Below lies a complex of glaciers from the surrounding peaks: this makes for dazzling scenery on the down route.

The descent begins from the top of the moraine near a deep gully, beyond which it drops steeply on long loose scree slopes above the Salpudanda Glacier. Later this eases onto grassy moraines beyond a rock fall around Dangaboche Kharka to more level, grassy slopes. It then follows a lateral moraine into the lovely, widening valley that leads to the scenic village of Bimthang (Plain of Sand). Good views of Manaslu’s NE face can be seen from here. Overnight at Bimthang.

Day 21: Bimthang – Gho (2,515m/8,250 ft) 5-6 hrs(1060 m descend)

A further 1200m descent begins with a climb onto the lateral moraine above Bimthang, a walk along its crest, a drop to cross the glacier, then up to enter pristine rhododendron and pine forest. Views back to Manaslu are excellent all along this route. The trail then descends rapidly along the right bank of the Dudh (Milk) Khola past a rock shelter, a kharka and the highest cultivated land at Karche. Beyond is a flood related landslide, more terraced fields and a steep ridge climb before dropping to the first substantial village of Gho. Overnight at warmer Gho..

Day 22: Gho – Tal (1,70 m/5,580 ft}, 5-6 hrs 

Morning after breakfast, trek to congested village Tilje and crosses to the left bank (facing downstream) of the river before descending rapidly towards the Marsyangdi Valley through scrub forest. Beyond Thonje the trail returns, to the right bank and then climbs to join the main Annapurna Circuit a suspension bridge over the Marsyangdi Khola. Turn left for Dharapani. Further south the trail crosses back to the left bank and climbs away from the river to the delightful village of Tal, set in a flat valley at the foot of an impressive waterfall. Exit through an impressive gateway and drop into the steepest down- sections of the Marsyangdi Valley to the small Tibetan village of Tal. Overnight at Chamje.  

Day 23: Tal - Besi Shahar (760m/2,495ft) - Kathmandu (1 300 m/ 4, 264ft), 8-9 hrs drive

A rough and bumpy jeep-road now runs south to Besi Sahar.

Morning after breakfast, cross the bridge to the right side and rejoin the road from Besi Shahar. Jeep from here travel to Besi Sahar and join paved road to Kathmandu (170km), Overnight at your hotel.

Day 24: Final departure

Transfer to international airport for your onward flight to your next destination. 

                           "OR"

For more fantastic ideal trip to extend your valued holiday in Nepal, from riding elephant in Chitwan to tours in Tibet and Bhutan, please follow the link.

Departure Dates for Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek (24 Days)

Body wear:

T-shirt, long sleeve, half pant, long trouser, warm Jacket, fleece Jacket, Gore-tax windproof Jacket & trouser, warm trouser, rain Jacket, sleeping bag, down jacket

Head wear:

Sun hat, woolen hat/fleece hat, sunglass & scat

Hand wear:

Gloves

Foot wear:

Warm woolen socks, trekking boots & sandal

Accessories:

Personal toiletries, personal first aid kit, sun block, lip guard, shampoo, soap, shavers, moisturizer, passport copies, pocket knives, flash light, camera & film, tawel, water bottle, music & books.

What you carry for the trek:

Please, bring the equipment listed above and pack your gear for the trek into a duffel bag or rucksacks, and small day bag for you. The larger bag with your kit will be carried by the porter to meet you each evening. You should bring a day pack to carry by yourself for water, rain jacket, hat gloves, camera money etc. The weather in mountain is changeable so you will need some warm cloths with you on your day pack.

What to do about the left over baggage:

One day before your departure for the trek you could leave the valuable things which you do not need on the trek such as passport, visa card, flight tickets, in our safety box, and the rest of the things you could store it in our store room.

What is a tea house trek? Accommodation and food facilities!

Tea house trek mean staying and eating in the local lodges. We stay in double room, rooms are basic but comfortable mattress, normally just a bed and pillow. Most of them have electric light and all have and all have specious dining room –lounge. Mostly in tea houses there are common bathroom. Hot shower also available on the tea- houses but the hot water depend on weather conditions and to pay to get the shower.  We eat at tea- house, though food is usually potential and delicious, menu is not extensive. They offer variety of potato rice and noodle dishes, as well as soup. You could choose food from the menu what you could choose the food from the menu what you would like to have. You would be able to eat the food as much as you like but you would not able to order more than enough and left the food.

Health:

It’s very important not to get sick while you are going on the trek and you need to be careful about what you eat and drink.  You need to stay healthy and avoid getting sick in order to have a successful trek.

Some tips for staying healthy:

Avoid drinking or brushing your teeth with tap water. Drink only sealed bottled or proper boiled water or use water purification tablets. During the trek avoid the temptation to test your fitness through fast walking at altitude.

Medical kit

Your guide will bring normal medical kits with him while on the trek. It is recommended that you also bring a small personal medical kit including pain killers, sore throat, plasters, strapping tape for blisters, etc. If you are taking regular mediation you need to bring those medicine with you and do not forget to bring extra supply if somehow one pack is lost.

The trails:

The trekking trail of Nepal vary from wide, rode-like avenues to narrow, slippery paths built out over enormous drops. In many places, a fall from the trail would be final. One most pay attention at all the time to where you are placing your fact. Be specially  careful not move while looking through the view finder of your camera.

The weather:

Nepal has the wildest altitude range of any country of the earth. Each altitude will have its’ own weather problem, from typical heat to arctic cold. In the main trekking season in the spring and fall, the weather is often stable and even the high passes may be free of snow and relatively easy to traverse at times. Those trekkers who encountered an easy at altitude nasty spread the word that boots and warm clothing are not required. This is a mistake. That sudden storm can occur at any time, dumping one or two meter of snow on the passes. At that point, any one with simple running shoes will not be able to processed and may even be stranded for a number of days. Frostbite is a constant risk if one walks in snow at high altitude.

If you trek in the winter, you most be prepared for cold and snow. If you trek in the monsoon you might be face with slippery trails and difficult rivers crossing. You are heading into the world highest mountain range. Be prepared for changes in temperature and weather.

Altitude and preventing altitude:

Being in a hurry in the mountain of Nepal can be deadly. Acclimatization is the word used to describe the adjustments your body makes as it ascends. Ascend slowly and drinking lots of water is one of the best ways not to get high altitude. You should not plan to go to high altitude if you have know heart disease, difficulty to breathing at sea level or are pregnant. For other chronic medical conditions its better to consult your doctor. Sleeping pills, alcohol, smoking should not be used at altitude as they tend to decrease breathing and lead to Acute Mountain Sickness. It comes that during 3-4 liters of fluids (Water, Soup, etc) per day to avoid dehydration helps in the acclimatization process.

Tipping and cash requirement

On the trekking route do not forget to bring Nepalese rupees for drinks bottled water drinks/alcohol that might purchage on the way. The sum of amount to carry on the trekking route depends on the day and area you are going to trek in. Tipping is now common in Nepal but there is no certain rules how much should be tips and it’s not the must to tip.

Photographing people:

During a trek you will have many opportunities to photograph local people and amazing society. You could usetons of films taking amazing natural scenery but talking the picture of people it’s a good idea to ask before taking. Some people do not like you to take the picture of them. So always ask before taking the pictures.

Considering Environment:

While trekking you have to consider on the environment not to destroy the environment. There are so many ways you could help not to polluted the environment of the area such as pick up papers, film wrappers, burn all your toilet paper and bury your farce, do not make camp fire.

Insurance:

All tour participants should obtain their own personal insurance which covers accidents, health, emergency evacuation and loss or damage to personal effects.