upper Mustang trek
Itinerary
DAY 01
Arrive
Kathmandu
Arrive Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport, you
will be met and welcomed by our representative. Please look for signage of your
name once you come out of Arrival Terminal Hall after collecting your luggage.
You will be escorted by our representative to the hotel.
Kathmandu, capital of the ancient Mountain Kingdom of
Nepal, has the air of a medieval city with a maze of narrow streets, wooden
temples and beautifully decorated palaces.
Upon arrival at the hotel, guest will be provided welcome
drinks along with the room key
Overnight at the hotel
Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 02
Kathmandu to
Pokhara (823m)
Fly from
Kathmandu to Pokhara (30 minutes)
Regarding to timing of flight we come to pick up you in the Hotel and drive for few minutes to domestic airport to fly Pokhara. And it takes around 30 minutes with outstanding view of Mountains flight to Pokhara. Pokhara offers magnificent views of Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, Machhapuchhare, five peaks of Annapurna and others. Pokhara is city of lakes and has numerous beautiful lakes. We can explore the most accessible and beautiful, Phewa Lake during the afternoon -enjoy boating too. Explore, relax and dine by tranquil Lake Phewa. You can even do some shopping during evening hours.
Regarding to timing of flight we come to pick up you in the Hotel and drive for few minutes to domestic airport to fly Pokhara. And it takes around 30 minutes with outstanding view of Mountains flight to Pokhara. Pokhara offers magnificent views of Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, Machhapuchhare, five peaks of Annapurna and others. Pokhara is city of lakes and has numerous beautiful lakes. We can explore the most accessible and beautiful, Phewa Lake during the afternoon -enjoy boating too. Explore, relax and dine by tranquil Lake Phewa. You can even do some shopping during evening hours.
Overnight in Pokhara.
Meals Included: Breakfast
DAY 03
Pokhara- Jomsom-
Kagbeni (2,858m)
Fly from Pokhara
to Jomsom (20 minutes flight) & trek to Kagbeni: Approx 3-4 hrs walking
After an early breakfast, you will be transferred to the Pokhara airport for a morning flight to Jomsom, it will be a scenic flight of approx 20 minutes over the mountains with views of 8,000 meters such as Annapurna & Dhaulagiri, brings you at Jomsom, the district headquarter of Mustang.
After an early breakfast, you will be transferred to the Pokhara airport for a morning flight to Jomsom, it will be a scenic flight of approx 20 minutes over the mountains with views of 8,000 meters such as Annapurna & Dhaulagiri, brings you at Jomsom, the district headquarter of Mustang.
This is a large town, headquarter of the Mustang region;
it is also a major village on the Kali Gandaki area linking the age old
Trans-Himalayan Salt Trade route to Tibet. Here we meet our trekking crew and
prepare for our trek to Mustang. We begin by trekking north to the village of
Kagbeni. Continue on the gradual path on the Kali Gandaki river bed for about 3
hrs and finally reaching at Ekley-bhatti village. After good stop here an hour
of easy walk takes us to Kagbeni, which lies at the bank of two rivers. Kagbeni
is an interesting windswept villages situated on the main age old
Trans-himalayan salt trade route to Tibet via Upper Mustang area. In Kagbeni a
major tributory, Kak Khola, coming from Muktinath, meets Mustang Khola, and
from there the river is called the Kali Gandaki.
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
DAY 04
Kagbeni to Chele
(3050m)
Trek from Kagbeni
to Chele -Approx 6 hrs walking
Our journey starts once we have completed formalities at the police check post at the end of Kagbeni village we are then allowed to pass the sign which says 'restricted area' and enter the once forbidden region of Mustang. During the walk we have scenic picturesque place to stop through the sandy and windy trails.
Our journey starts once we have completed formalities at the police check post at the end of Kagbeni village we are then allowed to pass the sign which says 'restricted area' and enter the once forbidden region of Mustang. During the walk we have scenic picturesque place to stop through the sandy and windy trails.
Using a combination of the route along the river bank and
a higher trail we reach Tangbe village (3060m), with its black, white and red
chortens, narrow alleys and white painted houses surrounded by fields of
buckwheat, barley, wheat and apple orchards. Continuing north we cross the
river by a bridge just before the Kali Gandaki enters a tunnel and climb
steeply up a rocky gully to Chele set amongst extensive barley fields at 3100
metres. From this village as we travel north we are in the true Tibetan culture
of the region of Lo.
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
DAY 05
Chele to
Syanbochen (3475m)
Trek from Chele to Syanbochen Approx 6-7 hrs walkingToday,
we start our trek again and walk further to Eklo Bhatti. We climb to Taklam La
Pass (3,624m) through plateaus and narrow stretches with views of Tilicho Peak,
Yakawa Kang and Damodar Danda. Further descend a little to the village of
Samar.
From Samar we climb to a ridge and descend into a gorge,
passing a large chorten (memorial) painted in red, black, yellow and white.
Cross several pasture areas then ascend to and cross the pass at Phyangbo La.
Follow zig zags down into a narrow gorge then ascend steeply to the
Chungjen Rangjen Gompa tucked away in a side valley. The
gompa houses a Guru Rimpoche stone carving and is a popular pilgrimage
destination for local people. Himalayan Griffon vultures next in the cliffs
above. Make a steep ascent to reach the small village of Shyangmochen
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
DAY 06
Syanbochen to Ghaymi
(3520m)
Trek from
Syanbochen to Ghaymi-Approx 6 hrs walking
After breakfast we trek uphill to the Yamda La (3,850m ) passing a few teahouses, chortens and local villages which is like Tibetan style of houses with open Varanda. We cross mountain passes, and an avenue of poplar trees and fields of Barley. The climb to Nyi Pass (4,010m/13,193ft) would be a little longer. Descend to our overnight stop at Ghaymi. the third largest village in the Lo region, Ghayami is surrounded by large fields most of which are barren.
After breakfast we trek uphill to the Yamda La (3,850m ) passing a few teahouses, chortens and local villages which is like Tibetan style of houses with open Varanda. We cross mountain passes, and an avenue of poplar trees and fields of Barley. The climb to Nyi Pass (4,010m/13,193ft) would be a little longer. Descend to our overnight stop at Ghaymi. the third largest village in the Lo region, Ghayami is surrounded by large fields most of which are barren.
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
DAY 07
Ghaymi to Tsarang
(3560m)
Trek from Ghaymi
to Tsarang - Approx 4-5 hrs walking
Start the trek after breakfast with a pleasant walk. After crossing Ghaymi Khola, the trail climbs to a plateau and passes beside a very long Mani wall, a sacred stone wall made by the followers Buddhism. From the end of the wall the trail heads east to the village of Tsarang with a maze of fields, willow trees and houses separated by stone walls at the top of the Tsarang Chu canyon. There is also a huge white dzong and red Gompa to get to our teahouse for tonight's stop.
Start the trek after breakfast with a pleasant walk. After crossing Ghaymi Khola, the trail climbs to a plateau and passes beside a very long Mani wall, a sacred stone wall made by the followers Buddhism. From the end of the wall the trail heads east to the village of Tsarang with a maze of fields, willow trees and houses separated by stone walls at the top of the Tsarang Chu canyon. There is also a huge white dzong and red Gompa to get to our teahouse for tonight's stop.
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
DAY 08
Tsarang to
Lo-Manthang (3810m)
Trek from Tsarang
to Lo-Manthang-Approx 4-5 hrs walking
We descend from Tsarang to cross the Charang Chu then climb steeply up a rocky trail to a cairn on the ridge opposite the village at 3950m for first views of the walled city of Lo Manthang. We then descend to the 'Plain of Aspiration' and climb to a plateau where the city is situated at 3840m.
We descend from Tsarang to cross the Charang Chu then climb steeply up a rocky trail to a cairn on the ridge opposite the village at 3950m for first views of the walled city of Lo Manthang. We then descend to the 'Plain of Aspiration' and climb to a plateau where the city is situated at 3840m.
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
DAY 09
Explore
Lo-Manthang
A day for looking around Lo Manthang and the surrounding
area. There is one main gate that gives access to the interior of Lo Manthang.
From the narrow streets of the town it is difficult to get a clear impression
of the layout. The raja's palace is a four storey building of mud and timber
construction. Just to the north of the town there is a prominent hill that is
capped by two ruined forts. From the highest point of this hill it is possible
to look across Lo Manthang and back all the way to the Annapurnas - a
fascinating perspective. Namgyal Monastery, which lies an hour's walk to the
north west of Lo Manthang, is another option for those who want to stretch
their legs.
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
DAY 10
Lo-Manthang to
Drakmar (3810 m)
Trek from
Lo-Manthang to Drakmar-Approx 6-7 hrs walking
Leaving Lo Manthang we take a slightly different return route and follow a trail to climb to the highest pass on our trek, Chogo La (4325m) before descending to Lo Gekar monastery (also called Ghar Gompa) which, dating back to the 8th Century, is thought to be one of the oldest gompas in Nepal which is still active. From Lo Gekar we climb to a ridge before descending to a pretty valley where the village of Dhakmar is situated at 3820m.
Leaving Lo Manthang we take a slightly different return route and follow a trail to climb to the highest pass on our trek, Chogo La (4325m) before descending to Lo Gekar monastery (also called Ghar Gompa) which, dating back to the 8th Century, is thought to be one of the oldest gompas in Nepal which is still active. From Lo Gekar we climb to a ridge before descending to a pretty valley where the village of Dhakmar is situated at 3820m.
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
DAY 11
Dhakmar to Ghiling
[3806m]
Trek from Dhakmar
to Ghiling- Approx 5-6 hrs walking
Today, we get back to Ghiling as our journey for our overnight stay after a long walk. After arrival and lunch enjoy the day exploring the area, but it will be dusty wind in the afternoon, better to walk in evening time.
Today, we get back to Ghiling as our journey for our overnight stay after a long walk. After arrival and lunch enjoy the day exploring the area, but it will be dusty wind in the afternoon, better to walk in evening time.
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
DAY 12
Ghiling to
Chhuksang (3050m)
Trek from Ghiling
to Chhuksang-Approx 5-6 hrs walking
We re-track back to Ghiling for the overnight stop after 5 hrs walk. You will have wonderful scenery during the journey with a Himalayan view. Enjoy your trip and overnight at teahouse
We re-track back to Ghiling for the overnight stop after 5 hrs walk. You will have wonderful scenery during the journey with a Himalayan view. Enjoy your trip and overnight at teahouse
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
DAY 13
Chhuksang to
Jomsom (2700m)
Trek from
Chhuksang to Jomsom (2700m): Approx 6-7 hrs walking
Our last day of the day would be a long one. Better to walk early start as before and trek to Kagbeni. Finishing the upper Mustang trails and we join the normal Annapurna circuit trek. After lunch at Kagbeni will head on to Jomsom for the overnight stop.
Our last day of the day would be a long one. Better to walk early start as before and trek to Kagbeni. Finishing the upper Mustang trails and we join the normal Annapurna circuit trek. After lunch at Kagbeni will head on to Jomsom for the overnight stop.
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
DAY 14
Fly back to
Pokhara
After morning breakfast we check in the Jomsom airport to
fly back to Pokhara. A 30 min dramatic flight to Pokhara between gorge of the
two huge mountains Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. On arrival at Pokhara airport ,
you will transfer to your hotel. Rest of the time explores the lake and
overnight at hotel.
Meals Included: Breakfast
DAY 15
Pokhara –
Kathmandu (1356m)
Fly from Pokhara
to Kathmandu 30 minutes
Late morning again we drive to Pokhara domestic airport
to fly back to Kathmandu. Better to hold on the left pane of the airplane to
enjoy the outstanding view of Mountains. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, you will be
transferred to your hotel. You can spend the evening leisurely, perhaps catch
up on some last minute shopping and celebrate dinner together.
Overnight in Kathmandu
Meals Included: Breakfast
DAY 16
Depart Kathmandu
Breakfast at the hotel
Free time till departure
Transfer to airport for final departure
You are saying good bye to the mountains as your journey
in Nepal comes to an end today! We hope you enjoyed the tour with us and we
expect that you plan your next adventure in the wonderful country of Nepal
again.
Approximately 3 hours before your scheduled flight time, we
will transfer you to the airport.
Trekking Package Cost per-person $ 2600
Note: This
package can be customized according to your duration of holiday. The departure
schedule could be changed on any unavoidable circumstances such as weather
hazards, landslides and avalanches. Extra cost will be added if the trip is
extended.
