Upper Mustang Trek - 17 Days

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Trip Facts

  • Duration: 17 Days
  • Max Altitude: 3810m

Upper Mustang trek, spectacular trekking in the remote Himalayan mountain region of Nepal. It lies to the north of Annapurna area at an altitude of 4,000m and in Dhaulagiri zone. One can get an opportunity to walk through the barren landscapes of Jomsom and Muktinath. Also, experience the countryside of Nepal and witness the beauty of ancient Tibetan Kingdom. It is the hinterland enriched with deep canyons, untouched scenery, snow-capped peaks,  eroded cliffs, Moraine valleys, and fabulous 16th-century monasteries. As you can experience the true life of the real mountain people of Nepal, Upper Mustang trek is a rare and privileged opportunity.

Highlights of Upper Mustang Trek

The Upper Mustang trek also called as Lo-Mustang brings you into the hidden world of the old Buddhist kingdom of Mustang. Until the 1990s,  tourists were not allowed to enter this region. That is why upper Mustang is also known as the Last Forbidden Kingdom. Lo-Mustang used to be part of the Tibetan empire. It is an old traditional Tibetan Village, with rare medieval Buddhist arts and exotic culture. Thus, closely tied to Tibet in culture, language, and geography. The terrain is a mixture of snow-capped mountains and desert lands. Similarly, you experience a uniqueness of rocky trails and tree-less landscape.

In many ways, trekking into the Upper Mustang Area is similar to trekking into Tibet, which geographically is a part of it.  The Upper Mustang lies in the shadow of Himalayas receives very little rainfall which makes this region dry and parched, similar to the bordering Tibetan Plateau.  The barley fields, whitewashed houses, and chortens decorate with flags add a splash of color to the landscape.

Best Time to Travel

The best months for Upper Mustang Trek is Spring (March to May) and Autumn (September to November). During the monsoon months (June-August) trekking in Mustang is a great option as the region is in the rain shadow. The cold temperature in winter might not be suitable for everyone. Upper Mustang is also popular for Tiji Festival, which means ‘prayer for world peace’ and during the summertime, people celebrate Saga Dawa Festival. The exact dates vary and determined by the Buddhist calendar.

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,428ft).

Day 2 Kathmandu: Sightseeing and trek Preparation.

Day 3 Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (827m/2689ft): 5-6 hours.

Day 4 Fly to Jomsom (2,700m/8898ft) and trek to Kagbeni (2,810m/9,216ft): 3-4 hours trek.

Day 5 Kagbeni to Chele (3,050m/10,004ft): 5-6 hours.

Day 6 Chele to Syanbochen (3,475m/11,398ft): 6-7 hours.

Day 7 Syanbochen to Ghami (3,520m/11,546ft): 5-6 hours.

Day 8 Ghami to Tsarang (3,620m/11,873ft): 5-6 hours.

Day 9 Tsarang to Lo-Manthang (3,730m/12,234ft): 3-4 hours.

Day 10 Explore Lo Manthang/Acclimatization.

Day 11 Lo-Mangthang to Drakmar (3810 m/12,500ft): 6-7 hours.

Day 12 Drakmar to Ghiling (3,806m/12,484ft): 5-6 hours.

Day 13 Ghiling to Chhuksang (3050m/10,004ft): 5-6 hours.

Day 14 Chhuksang to Jomsom (2,700/8,856ft): 6-7 hours.

Day 15 Fly back to Pokhara.

Day 16 Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu.

Day 17 Final departure.

Trip Includes

  • All ground transport in a private vehicle including airport transfers.
  • 3-star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast.
  • Kathmandu city tours, including all entry fees, tour guide and private transportation.
  • Three daily meals with tea/coffee (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek.
  • Snacks of seasonal fruits during the trek.
  • An experienced, English-speaking and government-licensed trek leader and assistant trek leader(4 trekkers: 1 assistant guide).
  • Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter).
  • Down jacket and sleeping bag (to be returned after trip completion).
  • All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (ACAP, TIMS).
  • First aid medicine kit.
  • All government and local taxes.

Trip Excludes

  • Nepalese visa fee.
  • Meals not specified in the in the above itinerary.
  • Personal Travel insurance.
  • International airfare.
  • Excess baggage charges.
  • Travel and rescue insurance.
  • Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc).
  • Tips for guide(s), porter(s) and driver(s).

Upper Mustang trek, spectacular trekking in the remote Himalayan mountain region of Nepal. It lies to the north of Annapurna area at an altitude of 4,000m and in Dhaulagiri zone. One can get an opportunity to walk through the barren landscapes of Jomsom and Muktinath. Also, experience the countryside of Nepal and witness the beauty of ancient Tibetan Kingdom. It is the hinterland enriched with deep canyons, untouched scenery, snow-capped peaks,  eroded cliffs, Moraine valleys, and fabulous 16th-century monasteries. As you can experience the true life of the real mountain people of Nepal, Upper Mustang trek is a rare and privileged opportunity.

Highlights of Upper Mustang Trek

The Upper Mustang trek also called as Lo-Mustang brings you into the hidden world of the old Buddhist kingdom of Mustang. Until the 1990s,  tourists were not allowed to enter this region. That is why upper Mustang is also known as the Last Forbidden Kingdom. Lo-Mustang used to be part of the Tibetan empire. It is an old traditional Tibetan Village, with rare medieval Buddhist arts and exotic culture. Thus, closely tied to Tibet in culture, language, and geography. The terrain is a mixture of snow-capped mountains and desert lands. Similarly, you experience a uniqueness of rocky trails and tree-less landscape.

In many ways, trekking into the Upper Mustang Area is similar to trekking into Tibet, which geographically is a part of it.  The Upper Mustang lies in the shadow of Himalayas receives very little rainfall which makes this region dry and parched, similar to the bordering Tibetan Plateau.  The barley fields, whitewashed houses, and chortens decorate with flags add a splash of color to the landscape.

Best Time to Travel

The best months for Upper Mustang Trek is Spring (March to May) and Autumn (September to November). During the monsoon months (June-August) trekking in Mustang is a great option as the region is in the rain shadow. The cold temperature in winter might not be suitable for everyone. Upper Mustang is also popular for Tiji Festival, which means ‘prayer for world peace’ and during the summertime, people celebrate Saga Dawa Festival. The exact dates vary and determined by the Buddhist calendar.

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,428ft).

Day 2 Kathmandu: Sightseeing and trek Preparation.

Day 3 Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (827m/2689ft): 5-6 hours.

Day 4 Fly to Jomsom (2,700m/8898ft) and trek to Kagbeni (2,810m/9,216ft): 3-4 hours trek.

Day 5 Kagbeni to Chele (3,050m/10,004ft): 5-6 hours.

Day 6 Chele to Syanbochen (3,475m/11,398ft): 6-7 hours.

Day 7 Syanbochen to Ghami (3,520m/11,546ft): 5-6 hours.

Day 8 Ghami to Tsarang (3,620m/11,873ft): 5-6 hours.

Day 9 Tsarang to Lo-Manthang (3,730m/12,234ft): 3-4 hours.

Day 10 Explore Lo Manthang/Acclimatization.

Day 11 Lo-Mangthang to Drakmar (3810 m/12,500ft): 6-7 hours.

Day 12 Drakmar to Ghiling (3,806m/12,484ft): 5-6 hours.

Day 13 Ghiling to Chhuksang (3050m/10,004ft): 5-6 hours.

Day 14 Chhuksang to Jomsom (2,700/8,856ft): 6-7 hours.

Day 15 Fly back to Pokhara.

Day 16 Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu.

Day 17 Final departure.

Trip Includes

  • All ground transport in a private vehicle including airport transfers.
  • 3-star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast.
  • Kathmandu city tours, including all entry fees, tour guide and private transportation.
  • Three daily meals with tea/coffee (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek.
  • Snacks of seasonal fruits during the trek.
  • An experienced, English-speaking and government-licensed trek leader and assistant trek leader(4 trekkers: 1 assistant guide).
  • Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter).
  • Down jacket and sleeping bag (to be returned after trip completion).
  • All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (ACAP, TIMS).
  • First aid medicine kit.
  • All government and local taxes.

Trip Excludes

  • Nepalese visa fee.
  • Meals not specified in the in the above itinerary.
  • Personal Travel insurance.
  • International airfare.
  • Excess baggage charges.
  • Travel and rescue insurance.
  • Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc).
  • Tips for guide(s), porter(s) and driver(s).

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