schnelle Antwort
The Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek requires five permits arranged by a licensed operator: the Manaslu Restricted Area Permit at $100 per person for the first 8 days, the Tsum Valley Restricted Area Permit at $40 per person for the first 8 days, the Manaslu Conservation Area Permit at $30, the Annapurna Conservation Area Permit at $30, and the TIMS Card at $20. A licensed guide is mandatory and the minimum group size is two trekkers. Total permit cost runs $200 to $320 per person for 16 to 21 days in 2027 to 2030, and full packages cost $1,800 to $2,600 per person.
Detaillierte Aufschlüsselung
The Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek combines the Manaslu Circuit with the Tsum Valley side trip, running 16 to 21 days from Soti Khola at 730 m to Dharapani at 1,960 m, crossing the Larkya La at 5,106 m. The route passes through two restricted areas, the Manaslu region and the Tsum Valley, plus two conservation areas and the TIMS Card system.
The Manaslu Restricted Area Permit is the most expensive single permit, costing $100 per person for the first 8 days and $15 per day after that, and is issued only to groups of two or more with a licensed guide. The Tsum Valley Restricted Area Permit is a separate $40 per person for the first 8 days, plus $7 per day after that, and is also issued only to guided groups of two or more.
The Manaslu Conservation Area Permit at $30 and the Annapurna Conservation Area Permit at $30 are required because the route crosses both conservation areas. The TIMS Card at $20 is the standard trekking registration required for all Nepal treks.
A licensed guide is mandatory throughout the entire route, since both Manaslu and Tsum Valley are restricted areas where independent trekking is forbidden. The guide must hold a current Nepal Tourism Board license and be registered with an operator.
Kosten- / Komponentenaufschlüsselung
Permit and guide component costs for an 18-day Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek in 2027 to 2030 USD:
| Komponente | Kosten pro Person (USD) |
|---|---|
| Manaslu Restricted Area Permit, 8 days plus extension | $100 bis $175 |
| Tsum Valley Restricted Area Permit, 8 days plus extension | $40 bis $80 |
| Genehmigung des Manaslu-Erhaltungsgebiets | $30 |
| Annapurna-Erhaltungsgebietsgenehmigung | $30 |
| TIMS-Karte | $20 |
| Subtotal permits | $220 to $335 |
| Licensed guide, 18 days at shared rate | $270 to $400 |
| Assistant guide and porter crew, 18 days | $200 bis $320 |
| Teahouse meals and lodging, 18 days | $500 bis $700 |
| Kathmandu to Soti Khola and Dharapani to Kathmandu transport | $80 bis $120 |
| Total package per person, group of 2 | $1.800 bis $2.600 |
Was beeinflusst die Antwort
Three factors shape the permit and guide requirements. First, route length: an 18-day trek that includes both Manaslu Circuit and Tsum Valley requires both restricted area permits in full, while a 14-day Tsum Valley only trek skips the Larkya La and the Annapurna Conservation Area Permit. Second, season: September to November and March to May are the restricted area permit seasons, with a winter discount of 50 percent on restricted area fees from December to February.
Your nationality also matters. SAARC nationals pay discounted conservation area fees, while non-SAARC foreigners pay the full rate listed above.
Buchungstipps
Ask the operator to itemize the five permits separately in the quote, since some operators bundle them and charge a markup. Confirm that the package includes a licensed guide with a Nepal Tourism Board license number, since unlicensed guides are not accepted at the restricted area checkpoints. Request the guide's name and license number at booking, and verify it on the NTB website.
Vergleich mit Alternativen
The Manaslu Circuit without Tsum Valley costs $1,500 to $2,100 for 14 to 18 days and requires only the Manaslu Restricted Area Permit, MCAP, ACAP, and TIMS, saving $40 to $80 on permits. The Tsum Valley only trek costs $1,400 to $1,900 for 11 to 14 days and skips the Larkya La, but requires both restricted area permits if you enter from Manaslu side.
Häufige Fehler zu vermeiden
Do not book a Manaslu Tsum Valley trek with less than 10 weeks lead time, since restricted area permits take 2 to 3 days and teahouse capacity is limited. Do not attempt the route without a licensed guide, since checkpoints at Jagat and Mu Gompa will turn back unguided trekkers. Do not assume ACAP covers the entire route, since the Manaslu side requires a separate MCAP permit.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What permits do I need for Manaslu Tsum Valley? Five: Manaslu Restricted Area, Tsum Valley Restricted Area, MCAP, ACAP, and TIMS Card.
Ist ein Leitfaden obligatorisch? Yes, both Manaslu and Tsum Valley are restricted areas where unguided trekking is forbidden.
Was ist die Mindestgruppengröße? Two trekkers, since restricted area permits are issued only to groups of two or more.
Can I do Tsum Valley without Manaslu Circuit? Yes, a 11 to 14 day Tsum Valley only trek skips the Larkya La but still requires both restricted area permits.
Was ist der beste Monat? October and November for clear weather, or April for warmer nights and spring bloom.
Zusammenfassung
The Manaslu Tsum Valley Trek requires five permits: Manaslu Restricted Area Permit, Tsum Valley Restricted Area Permit, MCAP, ACAP, and TIMS Card. A licensed guide is mandatory and the minimum group size is two trekkers. Permit costs alone total $200 to $335 per person for 16 to 21 days in 2027 to 2030, and full packages cost $1,800 to $2,600 per person. Book at least 10 weeks ahead and request itemized permit costs in the quote.
Schluss
The Manaslu Tsum Valley route is one of the most regulated treks in Nepal, with five permits and a mandatory guide, but the cultural immersion and Larkya La crossing are worth the cost. Choose a registered operator who itemizes the permits, names the licensed guide at booking, and confirms transport inclusions. The result is a smooth permit process and a safe 5,106 m pass crossing.
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