Philim is a large Gurung village at about 1,570 m in the Budhi Gandaki valley on the Manaslu Circuit. Just beyond it, at Lokpa, the trail to the Tsum Valley branches north.
Quick answer: Philim has lodges, a school and terraced fields. The Manaslu area is restricted: you need a restricted area permit and a licensed guide (solo trekkers can get the permit since 22 March 2026).
Philim at a glance
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Altitude | About 1,570 m |
| People | Gurung |
| Trek | Manaslu Circuit |
| Junction | Tsum Valley via Lokpa |
| Permit | Restricted area permit |
Highlights
- Gurung village life.
- Junction for Tsum.
- Terraced landscape.
Trips and guides
Plan your visit
Philim is where the Manaslu and Tsum trails divide. Contact us and our Kathmandu team will help you plan it.