Upper Mustang Trek
Upper Mustang Trek follows the trial on Mustang which lies beyond the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri massif in central Nepal is the hidden Kingdom of Mustang, an intriguing scorched region, forming part of the Tibetan plateau.
Untouched by the outside world, 16th century monasteries remain active, adorned with unrivalled frescoes, thankas and status of gigantic deities, preserving ancient traditions. Mustang is the land of Barley field's pasture for grazing herds. These upper reaches of the Kali Gandaki river, which has tantalized a generation of trekkers - have recently been opened in 1992. Mustang being a restricted area, there are certain formalities required by the government of Nepal in obtaining a special permit. The journey to Mustang begins with a flight to Jomsom via Pokhara. Two days walking from Jomsom we cross the traditional boundary into the wild lunar landscape of Mustang.
Highlights
Duration: 20 days
Best Season: Autumn (Sep-Nov) and spring (Mar-May)
Starting from: Pokhara
Ending at: Pokhara
Grade: Adventurous
Highest access of the trek: Lho-manthang
Average Temperature: -5 to 15 Celsius
Culture: Mostly Bhotia, Thakali, Tamang and others.
Mode of the trekking : Camping
Himalayan sights: Himalayan ranges Mt. Annapurna I, II, III, IV, Fish tail, Dhaulagiri, and many more.
Most attraction of the trek: Non Touristy route, Specially mixed life, Mustang Royal palace, Royal family and monasteries.
Outline Itinerary
Day 01. Arrival at Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel.
Day 02. Drive/fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara
Day 03. Pokhara – Jomosom by flight about 25 minutes Trek to Kagbeni, camp
Day 04. Trek to Chele Chuksang, camp
Day 05. Trek to Ghiling, camp
Day 06. Trek to Ghemi camp
Day 07. Trek to Tsarang, camp
Day 08. Trek to Lo Manthang, camp
Day 09. Rest at Lo Manthang, camp
Day 10. Trek to Tsarang, camp
Day 11. Trek to Geiling, camp
Day 12. Trek to Chhuksang, camp
Day 13. Trek to Muktinath and stay over night in tea house
Day 14. Trek to Jomsom and stay over night in tea house
Day 15. Trek to Tukuche and stay over night in tea house
Day 16. Trek to Ghasa and stay over night in tea house
Day 17. Trek to Tatopani and stay over night in tea house
Day 18. Trek to Ghorepani and stay over night in tea house
Day 19. Hike to Poonhill for sunrise and back to hotel and trek to Ghandruk and stay over night in tea house
Day 20. Trek to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara and transfer to hotel as per booking.
Day 21. Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu
Day 22. Dparture to your onward destination.
Service Includes: Pick up and drop from airport,Kathmandu accommodation (as per your request), Flight pokhara –Kathmandu,All land transfer as per given itinerary, National Park Conservation entry permit fees,Accommodation during trekCamping (twin sharing two men tent) / dining tent, toilet tent.3 meals everyday while on the trek,Experienced English speaking guide / leader, necessary experience local helpersAll program according to itineraries on full board,Wages, food, accommodation during the trek in Tea house or camp, equipment, insurance and other facilities to staffs, farewell dinner at Nepali typical cultural restaurant, Company T-shirt.
Service Excludes: Nepal entry visa.Travel insurance,Medical evacuation in case of emergency,Domestic airfare,Personal expenses,All bar bill,Expenses of personal nature i.e. soft/hard drinks, tips etc,International airport tax,any other unforeseen expenses are not included.Emergency Rescue ( If required)
Note: The departure schedule can be change on any unavoidable circumstances such as weather hazards, natural changes of walking track, road slides, avalanches and public strikes. Price subjected to change if there are more or less than 2 people in a group. |
