Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu.
You will be greeted at the airport by a representative from Outdoor Expeditions and transported to your hotel. Unwind from your flight and meet us in the evening for a welcome dinner at a traditional Nepalese restaurant.
Day 2: Kathmandu sightseeing and trip preparations.
Relax for the afternoon and enjoy a guided tour of Kathmandu’s unique attractions. We’ll spend the day exploring several of the city’s most famous cultural landmarks like the sacred Hindu pilgrimage site Pashupatinath on the banks of the Bhagamati, Swayambunath (Monkey Temple), and Bouddhanath, Nepal’s largest and most revered Buddhist stupa. In the evening we’ll meet with your trekking guide and team members for a trip briefing and preparations for the journey.
Day 3: Drive from Kathmandu to Arughat 600m/1968ft: 7 hours drive
Depart from Kathmandu by bus or private van to Ghorka, Nepal’s medieval capital situated in the mountainous western region. Drive further on to Arughat and overnight in hotel.
Day 4: Trek from Arughat to Soti Khola 710m/2328ft: 5 – 6 hours walk
Starting in western Arughat, we cross the Budhi Gandaki, passing a hydropower plant and a pastoral area of terraced rice and millet fields. Crossing the Arkhet Khola over suspension bridge, we ascend steeply to Kyorpani, then descend to Soti Khola, where we spend the night in a tented camp.
Day 5: Trek from Soti Khola to Maccha Khola 900m/2952ft: 6 – 7 hours walk
We travel through lush forests, crossing a ridge above the raging Budhi Gandaki en route to Khursane. Our trail hugs the side of a rocky cliff, passing two beautiful waterfalls, eventually depositing us on an expansive stretch of river bed in a wide valley. Following the river will take us to our overnight stop at Maccha Khola.
Day 6: Trek from Maccha Khola to Yaru Khola 1330m/4362ft: 5 – 6 hours walk
Our trail winds through a narrow gorge strewn with boulders to Khorlabesi. We pass some natural hot springs near Tatopani. and cross over the Budhi Gandaki and Dhoban Khola. Ascending up a challenging slope to Duman, we descend again to Yaru Khola on the banks of the Budhi Gandaki.
Day 7: Trek from Yaru Khola to Philim 1590m/5215ft: 6 -7 hours walk
Several climbs and descents over stone stairs bring us to Tharo Bharyang. Cresting a ridge on the west bank of the Budhi Gandaki, we climb to Jagat. The valley widens out as we approach Ghatta Khola, making a final ascent to Philim.
Day 8: Trek from Philim to Chumling 2363m/7775ft: 7 hours walk
We traverse a pine forested trail past Ekle Bhatti, crossing a gorge into the Tsum Valley. The forests here are beautiful with a stunning backdrop of Himalchuli range. Passing through Lokpa and Ghumlong, and crossing the Shiar Khola, we arrive in Chumling.
Day 9: Trek from Chumling to Chokhangparo 3010m/9903ft: 5 – 6 hours walk
Spectacular views of the Ganesh Himal unfold today as we pass through Rainjham, Serpu Khola, and make a final climb to Chokhangparo.
Day 10: Trek from Chokhangparo to Nile 3361m/11058ft: 6 – 7 hours walk
Today’s walk will take us by an interesting gompa at Rachen and Milarepa’s Cave. We’ll visit several villages near the banks of the Shiar Khola, crossing a bridge after Chule to arrive at Nile.
Day 11: Trek from Nile to Mu Gompa 3700m/12174ft: 4 hours walk
Nearing the Tibetan border there are fine views of the Tibetan plateau on our walk today to Mu Gompa where we stop to visit the monastery. Further along we visit another notable gompa at Dhephyudoma.
Day 12: Explore Mu Gompa
Situated at the highest point in Tsum Valley, it’s worth spending a day enjoying the scenery around Mu Gompa. The stark and beautiful landscape of the valley can be savored through a day walk including a stop at the stunning base of Pika Himal.
Day 13: Trek from Mu Gompa to Rachen Gompa 3240m/10660ft: 5 hours walk
Retracing our steps through Chule, we stop at Rachen Gompa, one of the largest nunneries in the region.
Day 14: Trek from Rachen Gompa to Dumje 2440m/8028ft: 6 – 7 hours walk
A long descent awaits us today, following the earlier trail we took from Chhokangparo. We ascend further through Gho, crossing a bridge over the Shiar Khola to Dhumje.
Day 15: Trek from Dumje to Philim 1590m/5215ft: 7 – 8 hours walk
Our trail flattens out along the lower end of Tsum valley. Passing through Lokpa, we encounter the beautiful waterfall at Samba. A further walk will take us to Philim.
Day 16: Trek from Philim to Tatopani: 6 – 7 hours walk
Descending further passed Jagat and Yaru we encounter lush subtropical vegetation. Our night stop in Tatopani provides a great opportunity to unwind. Relax in the hot springs a short walk from the village.
Day 17: Trek from Tatopani to Soti Khola 710m/2328ft: 6 – 7 hours walk
Several climbs and descents will take us to Khorlabesi. Passing through a narrow valley we cross the Buri Gandaki and follow the riverbed to Labubesi. Our trail hugs the side of a cliff from which two majestic waterfalls cascade to the valley floor, following a ridge above the river we descend across a bridge to Soti Khola.
Day 18: Trek from Soti Khola to Arughat 600m/1968ft: 6 – 7 hours walk
Departing the Buri Gandaki Valley, we pass through a thickly forested trail via Sante Bazaar to Maltar. We pass a hydropower plant before arriving in Arughat.
Day 19: Drive from Arughat to Kathmandu: 7 – 8 hours drive
Depart Arughat after breakfast on a scenic trip along the banks of the Marsyangdi and Trishuli rivers. We’ll arrive in Kathmandu in the evening and transfer you to your hotel.
Day 20: Depart Kathmandu
Take care of any last minute shopping or sightseeing as time permits. You’ll be picked up at your hotel three hours prior to your departure flight. Thanks for traveling with Outdoor Expeditions. Farewell and Namaste.
