Manaslu Tsum Valley (19 Days) information
We offer free airport pickup and drop-off. Share your flight details with us, and our representative will meet you at Tribhuvan International Airport holding a placard with your name. Our team will welcome you with a marigold garland or khada and transfer you to your hotel by private vehicle. While on your trip back, our member will transfer you from the hotel to the airport.
You should plan to arrive in Kathmandu at least two days before the trek begins. Please make sure one of those days is a weekday, as we need a working day to arrange the special permit required for the Manaslu trek. To apply for this permit, we will need your passport and a valid Nepal visa. On the third day, we will drive from Kathmandu to Soti Khola, where the trek officially begins.
Accommodation
During the trek, you’ll stay in lodges and teahouses, featuring private bathrooms and standard rooms (whenever available). Electricity for charging devices, Wi-Fi access, and hot showers are generally available in most lodges, though they may require an extra fee. You need to stay in Kathmandu before and after the trek, but this is not included in the package.
Meals
We provide three standard meals throughout the trek. The menu changes depending on how high you are; at higher altitudes, there will be fewer alternatives. We suggest different teas, garlic soup, and fresh veggies because it's crucial to stay hydrated at high elevations. For your health, we suggest that you stay away from dairy, meat, and drinks that have alcohol or caffeine in them. This bundle does not include hot, cold, or alcoholic drinks.
Luggage
We will provide two trekkers for one porter during the trek. The total weight limit for the porter is 20 kg, which means each trekker has a 10 kg luggage allowance. Hence, team up with a fellow traveler and pack your things in a duffel bag of over sixty liters. We expect you to only carry a small personal backpack for your essentials, like a camera, water, snacks, and valuables. You can leave any extra bags at your hotel or at our Kathmandu office for free.
Facilities and Essentials
Water
You can buy a water bottle from shops along the trail or obtain boiled/filtered water at lodges. It is advised to bring a refillable water bottle and fill it up with boiled water. Avoid drinking untreated tap, well, or river water. For safety, please consider using a water purifying tablet, or you can buy one in the shops along the trail.
Communication
We will provide you with a SIM card in Kathmandu and teach you how to obtain data and recharge cash on it; however, mobile signals may be weak at higher altitudes. For your safety, our lead guide maintains daily contact with all trekking teams via mobile. We are fully prepared to handle emergencies, and our guides are trained to assist whenever needed. Additionally, we use walkie-talkies and satellite phones in areas without network coverage to ensure constant communication.
Travel Essentials
Visa
Except for citizens of India, all foreigners need a visa to enter Nepal. The Kathmandu International Airport can provide visas upon arrival for most nationalities. You will need a password that is valid for at least 6 months, one passport-sized photo, and cash for the visa fee (US $50 for 30 days).
Travel insurance
Having comprehensive travel insurance is mandatory for this trek. Our policy must cover medical expenses and emergency helicopter rescues up to 5,000meters. Before the trek begins, you will need to provide us with a copy of your insurance policy.
Currency Exchange
The Nepali Rupee (NPR) is the country's official currency; one US dollar is equivalent to around 130 NPR. In Kathmandu, you may find banks and approved money exchange centers where you can exchange major foreign currencies. ATMs are widely available to withdraw NPR, but extra service fees may apply. Make sure your notes are new and undamaged, as old or torn bills may be refused. Only the 100 INR note from India is legally accepted in Nepal. Before traveling to trekking regions, it's best to exchange money in Kathmandu, as there are few exchange options in remote areas.
Extra Expense
While our package covers most of your expenses during the trek, you will need to budget for some personal items like meals and accommodation in Kathmandu, visa fees, snacks, hot showers, personal equipment, tips for the crew, etc. We recommend that you budget approximately $20 USD per day for these personal expenses during the trek.
Trek Season and Weather Conditions
The Manaslu Tsum Valley is open from March to May and September to November, and it is the safe season for trekking. Spring (March–May) is ideal, with clear skies, blooming rhododendrons, and views of Mt. Manaslu. Daytime temperatures range from 18–24 °C, dropping to -4 °C at night. Autumn (September–November) also offers stable weather and beautiful mountain views, with temperatures from 15–25 °C and nighttime lows around -6 °C. Snow increases from December.
Trek booking
Personal trek
We can only provide a personal trek, so you will only be trekking with your own group. We will never add strangers to your treks. All the treks are customizable per your schedule.
Individual to Group bookings
Our treks are organized with a minimum of 2 people, so if anyone is alone and does not have a friend or family joining them, we can organize a group trek open to all. If you prefer to join a group, we can also help you connect with other trekkers. Once you confirm, your group trek will be posted on our website, so others can join too.
This is our policy to make every trek into your own personal holiday in the Himalayas.
Trust trek booking
The Everest Holiday is a registered and bonded trekking operator, ensuring a secure booking process. We are proudly members of the Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) and the Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA). Our Founder, Mr. Ganesh Simkhada, was a former Director of the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and former General Secretary of the Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA). To confirm your booking, we require a 10% advance payment. Payment options include the Himalayan Bank online portal (on our website), major credit cards, bank transfers, Wise, and Western Union. After you arrive in Kathmandu, you can pay the remaining balance. Please send us your important travel documents, such as a passport copy, within one week of booking. Please make sure your passport has a minimum of 6 months of validity remaining at your arrival date in Nepal.
Last-minute booking
We recommend booking your trek in advance. However, we also offer a last-minute booking option, which requires full payment 24 hours before departure. For the last-minute booking, please contact Shreejan (Joe) at +977-9810351300 or email us at info@theeverestholiday.com. Please note that last-minute treks may face delays due to circumstances beyond our control.
Flexible Schedule
Our trip schedule is determined by your travel date, and you can make any changes to it. If our scheduled trek dates don't work for you, please let us know, and we will be happy to arrange a trip according to your time and schedule.
Trip Extension
You can easily extend your stay with other adventures. We can arrange exciting activities for you, such as a jungle safari (Chitwan and Bardiya), bungee jumping (Pokhara, Everest, Bhote Koshi, and Kushma), rafting (Bhote Koshi, Trishuli, and Seti rivers), kayaking (Trishuli and Pokhara), paragliding (Pokhara and Kathmandu), zip-flying (Kathmandu, Pokhara, and Kushma), canyoning (Pokhara and Sukhuta Beach), and hot ballooning (Pokhara), according to your interests. We can also set up sightseeing tours around the Kathmandu Valley if you're interested in culture and history. These tours will take you to UNESCO World Heritage sites like Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Patan Durbar Square, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple), Boudhanath Stupa, and Pashupatinath Temple. We suggest a trip to Nagarkot and Dhulikhel, hill stations just outside of Kathmandu, around sunrise for a serene getaway. We can also set up spiritual trips for Buddhists and Hindus that take you to temples, stupas, monasteries, and meditation centers. When you're booking a trip, please have a look at our ADD-ON package for an amazing adventure during the trek.
Ecotourism practices
We ask that you join our eco-friendly hiking practice because we are very dedicated to keeping the Everest region's fragile beauty safe. At the start of our excursion, each person will obtain their own eco-waste bag. Please put all of your rubbish that can't be composted, like snack wrappers, plastic bottles, and batteries, in this bag. Don't leave anything on the trail, please. Instead, take this bag with you as we walk down, and our guides will show you where to find the public trash cans and recycling bins where you can throw it away correctly. We need your help to keep the Himalayas clean and lovely for the next generation.
TEH Family
We are a family firm that has been in the tourism business in Nepal for three generations. We believe that all of our employees and teams are family. We started as porters and now run an agency. Our professional and experienced guides and Sherpas will be with you the whole time to make sure your trek is safe and memorable. They know first aid, rock climbing, and mountain safety. They also speak excellent English. They are from the upper Himalayas, so they know the area well. We take care of their insurance, food, housing, and medical expenses. Please treat our workers like family, and don't hesitate to ask for help or have questions at any time.
Trip conclusion
Farewell Dinner
We'll have a farewell dinner in Kathmandu after the hike to celebrate your success. This is a great time for you to tell us about your trip and what you thought of it. We will also send you a certificate of success to indicate how proud we are of what you did.
Departure
To organize your airport transfer, please share your hotel name, room number, and flight details with us. We will pick you up from your hotel and drop you at Tribhuvan International Airport so you can catch your flight home comfortably. We hope you had a wonderful journey in Nepal and look forward to welcoming you back for another adventure soon.
Tipping culture
Tipping is a common way to show appreciation for good service. It’s not required, but it’s a nice gesture at the end of the trek. It’s best to give tips as a group, and the amount can depend on the quality of service, the length of the trek, and the overall cost.
