Key Information:

  • Duration:17 Days
  • Style:Trekking
  • Group Size:2 - 10 People
  • Max Altitude:3800 meters
  • Difficulty:Moderate
  • Arrival City:Kathmandu
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner during trekking
  • Accomodation:3 Star in Kathmandu on BB plan, Best Avilable during the trekking
  • Attractions:Tibetan
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About Upper Mustang Trek:

Kathmandu Summit Adventure’s Upper Mustang Trek is a popular destination for travellers, who would like to be very remote area and explore the antique Monastery, more than a thousand years of hundreds bankrupt caves and the Himalayan mountain desert with the local family area with Tibetan civilization the main magnetism of Mustang areas. The Upper Mustang Region is situated on the western Himalayan range and adjacent plateau of the Tibetan border of Nepal. Upper Mustang is a rain shadow area and still has a Mustang Raja (state king of the Mustang) only one state king of Nepal, fossils on the river bank magnetism for the travels.

Kathmandu Summit Adventure’s Upper Mustang Trek begins from Pokhara a gorgeous lake town in western Nepal and crosses the Annapurna conservation area will get to. Either fly to Jomsom or walk from the Beni and arrive at the entrance point of the Upper Mustang called Kagbeni. We start our Upper Mustang Trek through the Holy River bank of Kaligandaki and follow the upstream to get to Lo-Mangthang, which is the capital of the Upper Mustang.

On Upper Mustang Trekking you may have a chance to discover the thousand years of old monasteries, caves, local tribes and beautiful different landscapes. You will have a great chance to complete the blessing from the King and the royal palace during the visit to the upper Mustang. The upper Mustang trek to Lo-Manthang is through an approximately tree-less barren landscape, a steep rocky trail up and down the hill and panoramic views of Nilgiri, Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and quite a few other peaks make your Upper Mustang Trek wonderfully.

The Home Ministry of Nepal announced the opening of the restricted Upper Mustang areas in October 1991. In Upper Mustang there is also strict management in obtaining a special permit from the Department of Immigration to protect their tradition from outside influence as well as to protect their environment. The high desert region of the Tibetan pressure, Kaligandaki, from the Tibetan border south to Kagbeni is usually referred to as “Upper Mustang” and has its own supposed king.

Upper Mustang Trek Highlights:

  • Explore the headquarters town of Mustang district and Lo Manthang, “the last forbidden kingdom”.
  • Spectacular views of Mt. Annapurna, Thorung Peak, Nilgiri, Chulu west and east, Tukuche Peak, Dhaulagiri, Lamjung Himal, Annapurna II, and Annapurna IV
  • Magnificent lakes, glaciers, gorges, and waterfalls
  • Visit the beautiful Mustang district and interact with its people
  • Ancient Buddhist monasteries and Mountain Tibetan Lifestyles.

Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu:

Upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA) in Kathmandu, a representative from Kathmandu Summit Adventure will greet you and take you to your hotel. After checking in, you can rest or visit the Kathmandu Summit Adventure office. You may also want to explore the streets of Thamel, a popular tourist hub in Kathmandu, where you can shop for souvenirs. In the evening, a welcome dinner will be hosted by Kathmandu Summit Adventure, featuring delicious Nepalese cuisine that will give you a taste of the country’s authentic food culture. Overnight stay in Kathmandu. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Day 02: Kathmandu: Sightseeing and Trek Preparation:

We tour Durbar Square, Pashupatinath temple, Swayambhunath stupa and Bouddhanath stupa which are all world heritage sites. The Durbar Square sheds light on the life of the royals in ancient times. Pashupatinath temple is one of the most important places of pilgrimage for all Hindus. Swayambhunath is also known as the Monkey Temple and Baudhanath Stupa is one of the largest stupas in the world. At noon, we are introduced to our fellow participants and discuss our trip at the Tour and Trekking Nepal office. Overnight in Kathmandu. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara:

At the beginning of the journey today we head to Pokhara. The journey to the city of lakes begins from the valley heading out of its twisty roads and reaching Prithvi Highway and the thrashing Trishuli River. The tranquil journey gives us a peek at the majestic Himalayas right as we enter the mesmerizing Pokhara valley. Overnight stay at a hotel in Pokhara. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Day 04: Fly to Jomsom and trek to Kagbeni:

Today we will take an early morning flight to Jomsom which is famous for its apples, strong winds and the landscape. We begin our trek on an open trail alongside a beautiful valley. We pass through Eaklibatti village before reaching Jomsom which is ideally located at the bank of two rivers. The village is beautiful with flat-roofed houses and also has ruins of an old fortress. Overnight in Kagbeni.

Day 05: Kagbeni to Chele Trek:

We get our permits checked and then begin our trek on a trail alongside the Kali Gandaki River. We walk on sand amidst strong winds before ascending on a hill. We reach the Tangbe Village and admire its narrow alleyways, white-washed houses, barley and buckwheat fields, and apple orchards. We continue our walk and pass another village and cross a river on our way. Next, we walk on a ridge before reaching Chele Village. Overnight in Chele.

Day 06: Chele to Syanbochen:

Our trek from today will be a little hard compared to what we experienced before. Our walk today involves crossing two passes, Taklam La Pass (3,624m) and Dajori La Pass (3,735). On our way, we enjoy great views of Tilicho, Yakawa Kang and Damodar Danda and pass by Ramchung Cave. We descend further and reach Samar Village. From here we walk on a trail above the village and reach a ridge. Next, we descend on a steep trail to a stream and continue our trek to Syanboche. Overnight in Syanboche.

Day 07: Syanbochen to Ghami Trek:

We ascend to the Yamda La pass at 3,850m. On the way, we pass by a few teahouses, chortens and beautiful villages. We trek through poplar forests and barley fields and reach Nyi Pass at 4,010m. From here, we descend to Ghami which is one of the biggest villages in the Lo region. The village is beautiful with fields surrounding the entire village. Overnight in Ghami.

Day 08: Ghami to Tsarang Trek:

Our trek today begins with a descent through a rough and often slippery trail. We then cross a suspension bridge over the Ghami Khola and begin ascending. The pathway is beautiful with mani walls along the trail. Next, we cross the Tsarang La Pass at 3870m and reach Tsarang village. The village lies atop the Charang Chu canyon with a huge fortress and a red gompa towards its east. Overnight in Tsarang.

Day 09: Tsarang to Lo-Manthang Trek:

We begin our trek by descending to a canyon and crossing a river before beginning our uphill trek to Lo La pass which is at 3950m. From the top of the pass, we can admire the beautiful Lo Manthang village. From the pass, we descend to Lo Manthang which is a beautiful walled village. From here the views of the Himalayas including Nilgiri, Tilicho and Annapurna I, Bhrikuti Peak as well as Damodar Kunda (pond) is quite good. Overnight in Lo-Manthang.

Day 10: Explore Lo Manthang/ Acclimatization Day:

Lo Manthang is a walled town of the remote Upper Mustang region of Nepal. We spend the day touring three major gompas of the town namely Jhampa, Thupchen and Chhoeda. All of these gompas have undergone expert restoration over the last two decades. We can also trek to Tingkhar which is a beautiful village located north-west of Lo-Mangthang. Overnight in Lo Manthang.

Day 11: Lo-Mangthang to Drakmar Trek:

We trek on a different route when returning from Lo-Manthang. Our trail passes through Gyakar village which houses a century-old Ghar Gompa with beautiful rock paintings. According to a local legend, anyone who makes a wish at the Gompa will have it fulfilled. We explore the Gompa and continue our trek to Drakmar for an overnight stay.

Day 12: Drakmar to Ghiling Trek:

We start our trek early to avoid strong winds and descend for the most part of the trek. Our trail passes through a dry plateau and fields before reaching Ghiling. The walk can be relatively difficult as we are most likely to experience strong winds on our faces. Ghiling is mostly dry, but we still get good views of the Dhaulagiri and Nilgiri mountains. We can tour the village in the evening. Overnight in Ghiling.

Day 13: Ghiling to Chhuksang Trek:

We begin our trek after breakfast. We walk on the same trail as before going up to Lo Manthang. On the way to Chhuksang, we can enjoy great views of the Himalayas and the small villages we pass en route. Overnight in Chhuksang.

Day 14: Chhuksang to Jomsom Trek:

Today is the last day of our trek and it is a long one. After trekking for a while, we come to the end of our Mustang trails and join the trails of the Annapurna circuit. We stop for lunch at Kagbeni. After lunch, we continue our trek to Jomsom for an overnight stay.

Day 15: Fly back to Pokhara:

We take an early morning flight to Pokhara. The airplane passes through a gorge between Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountains making the flight itself an amazing experience. After arriving in Pokhara, we can spend the rest of the day in leisure. Overnight in Pokhara.

Day 16: Drive back to Kathmandu by Tourist Bus:

After breakfast, transfer to the Tourist bus station and 07: 30 am drive back to Kathmandu by tourist bus. This scenic drive offers fascinating glimpses of rural Nepal as you pass through Middle Hill scenery along the famous rafting Trishuli River originated from Tibet northeast of Kathmandu. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Day 17: Farewell Friend and Departure/Fly back Home:

Your adventure in Nepal comes to an end today! There is nothing to do but trade emails with your travel companions and organize your photos. We will be dropped off at the Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA) by a representative from Kathmandu Summit Adventure, approximately 3 hours before your scheduled flight back home. However, there is always an opportunity to extend our holidays in Nepal by embarking on other exciting activities, if we decide to return home later on!

Service Included

  • All airport transfers by private a/c Car/van/bus
  • All transportation till to End
  • Accommodation in Kathmandu; Pokhara 2-3 star
  • Farewell Dinner.
  • Basic Tea-house accommodation
  • Licensed English-speaking guide with experience knows about First Aid
  • Necessary Porters
  • Meals during the trek basic
  • Special permits for Trekking.
  • Sleeping bags and other necessary types of equipment
  • Staff insurance, medication and equipment
  • All Govt. and Local Taxes
  • First Aid Kit
  • Trekking Certificate from Destination Unlimited

Service Excluded

  • International airfares/ airport taxes
  • Travel/trekking insurance
  • Nepal entry visa fees
  • Mountain rescue charges or insurance
  • Drinks hot and cold.
  • Bottled drinks on trek (cold and alcoholic)
  • Lunches and dinners when not trekking
  • Additional food or drink on the trek in addition to three standard meals
  • Personal expenses, Emergency Expenses, road blocked, snakes, desert.etc
  • Special region permit and liaison officer fees (where applicable)
  • Tips(Tipping are expected)

Note: The above-mentioned program itinerary is a sample. The period and cost of tour, trekking, volunteering or internship can be changed or extended as per travellers or volunteers' availability of duration.

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