15 Days Upper Mustang Trekking
Duration: 15 days
Languages: • English
Locations: Kathmandu, Nepal; Mustang, Nepal
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Upper Mustang trekking “Extension of Tibetan plateau, typical Tibetan tradition, Bon (pre-buddhist) and Buddhist culture, forbidden area till the last decade, dramatic landscapes, warm-friendly locals, walled city of Loman-thang as it was for hundred years
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• 15 Days Upper Mustang Trekking
Live guide: English
Duration: 15 days, Private tour, Skip the Line / Fast Track Entry
from US$ 1800.00 (per person)
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pper Mustang Trekking: Mustang lies in the southern edge of the Tibetan plateau. You will be surrounded by more than 35 mountains ranging from 2815 meters to 3780 meters above sea level. Mustang is considered to be a restricted area where a special trekking permit is required through a registered trekking agency. Also, Mustang trekking route consists of treeless deserted vista, vertical rocky track up and down the hill and eye-catching views of Mt. Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Nilgiri, Tukche peak, Tilicho peak, Mustang Himal, Arniko Chuli and many other striking peaks. And, Mustang Himalayan valley lies in the northern central part of Nepal and at the top of the Kaligandaki River and it is divided into two parts saying Upper Mustang and Lower Mustang.
Upper Mustang trekking is one of Nepal's most renowned trekking path which offers stunning mountain scene including Dhaulagiri (8167m) and Annapurna I (8091m).
The inhabitants of the Upper Mustang are the Lobas, locally known as Lo. Upper Mustang is also well-known for having some of the biggest Tibetan Buddhist monasteries in Nepal, which consists of stupendous artwork.
Furthermore, Upper Mustang trek takes you to the heart of the city, Lo-Mangthang which in fact is a challenging trek due to high elevation, exposed terrain and incessant strong winds. Lo-Mangthang- a walled city is located at an elevation of nearly 3800 meters. The whole region is recognized for its inaccessible caves, chortans, monasteries and infertile and barren conditions.
Upper Mustang region which is a very pleasant place to visit, especially for those who wanted to be contented with the kindness of the people living with Buddhist tradition. Regardless of the hardships, the people appear to be pleased with their lives here. And, you will be rewarded by the incredible scenery, architecture and culture of this unique place.
Day 1 Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (914m.) takes about six to seven hours. This drive will take most of the morning, leaving much of the afternoon to explore the various sites of Pokhara. Stay overnight in hotel.
Day 2 Fly from Pokhara to Jomsom (2700m.) takes about 25 minutes and trek from Jomsom to Kagbeni (2810 m.) takes another four hours. You take the spectacular early morning flight to Jomsom. The trail is quite barren with craggy rocks and sand and is mostly flat, which makes it very easy going. It is also very picturesque, with views of big peaks all around such as Dhaulagiri, Tukuche and Nilgiri, while to the south can be seen the entire Annapurna Massif. Stay overnight in hotel.
Day 3 Trek from Kagbeni to Chuksang (2900m.) takes about five hours. You trek right up to the river valley, but you use a combination of the high trail and the riverbank pathways. The trail then widens significantly revealing an endless stretch of sand. Chusang village is only about a 2hrs walk beyond Tangbe at the confluence of the Narshing Khola and the Kali Gandaki. Stay overnight in hotel.
Day 4 Trek from Chuksang to Samar (3150m.) takes about three and half hours. The trek now leaves the valley and climbs steeply up a rocky alley to the village of Chele. From Chele you climb a steep spur and then continue ascending along the side of a spectacular steep canyon to a pass. Beyond the pass you descend on a pleasant trail to Samar, situated in a grove of poplar trees. Stay overnight in hotel.
Day 5 Trek from Samar to Geling (3510 m.) takes about five hours. You climb above Samar to a ridge and then descend into a large gorge past a chorten before entering another valley filled with juniper trees. You then cross a stream and after climbing to a pass, you descend along a ridge to Shyangmochen, a tiny settlement with a few tea shops. The trail climbs gently from Shyangmochen and you enter another huge valley before descending to Geling with its extensive fields of barley. Stay overnight in hotel.
Day 6 Trek from Geling to Ghami (3490 m.) via Ghami La (3520m.) takes about five hours. From Geling the trail climbs gently through fields, up to the center of the valley, passing above the settlement of Tama Gun and an imposing chorten. You then begin a taxing climb across the head of the valley to the Nyi La [3840m]. The descent from the pass is quite gentle and about half an hour further, you come to a trail junction; the right trail is the direct route to Charang, the left trail leads to Ghami. Ghami is a large white-washed village sheltered by overhanging cliffs. Stay overnight in hotel.
Day 7 Trek fram Ghami to Tsarang (36200 m.) takes about five hours. Today's walk is perhaps through the driest part of Mustang. Finally, you come to Charang, a large spread-out village at the top of the Charang Chu canyon. At the eastern end of the village is a huge dzong [fortress] and a red gompa which houses an excellent collection of statues and thangkas. Stay overnight in hotel.
Day 8 Trek from Tsarang to Lo-Manthang [Mustang] (3730m.) takes about three hours. You will spend part of the morning exploring the interesting village of Charang and its large monastery, before setting out for Lo Manthang. You climb gently above the valley to a large isolated chorten that marks the boundary between Charang and Lo. The trail then broadens and eventually you get your first view of the walled city of Lo Manthang. The city has only one entrance so you circumambulate the wall to the gate on the north east corner. Stay overnight in hotel.
Day 9 Rest at Lo-Manthang. Stay overnight in hotel
Day 10 Trek from Lo-Manthang to Ghami (3490 m.) takes about six hours.You continue your journey on the highland route, crossing alpine meadows before dropping down a steep eroded alley to Dhakmar for lunch. After lunch, you walk through the pretty valley, climb to a ridge and descend from there back to Ghami. Stay overnight in hotel.
Day 11 Trek from Ghami to Samar takes about six hours. Leaving Ghami you begin to follow a narrow winding path until you reach Geling, crossing a small stream. Samar is a small village with terraces, Tibetan style houses, mani walls, a monastery, prayer flags and people following Tibetan life styles and traditions. Stay overnight in hotel.
Day 12 Trek from Samar to Kagbeni takes about seven hours. Following a descending path you reach Chuksang by crossing a suspension bridge over Kali Gandaki. You walk along the bank of Kali Gandaki with views of natural vegetation and apple orchards. Stay overnight in hotel.
Day 13 Trek from Kagbeni to Jomsom (2713m.) takes about three hours. Your trail passes through the bank of Kali Gandaki passing through Eklebhatti. Jomsom is the headquarters of Mustang. From here you have access to the internet and banking facilities. Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 14 Fly from Jomsom to Pokhara takes about 35 minutes. Stay overnight at hotel in Pokhara.
Day 15 Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu that takes about six to seven hours. While driving from Pokhara to Kathmandu throw river bank of Trisuli .
What's Included:
1.Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu transportation by a tourist bus 2.Pokhara -Jomsom flight tickets 3.Jomsom -Pokhara by Flight if weather bad alternet by bus to Pokhara 4.Three meals a day Break fast launch and Dinner 5.A Guide: English speaking/license holder registeredwell-equipped 6.Necessary porters/Support cook 7.Accommodations in the mountain at teahouses 8.Accommodations in Pokhara for two nights 9.Safe drinking water 10.First aid kit box 11.Staff insurance, food, salary, accommodation and their transportation
What's Not Included?
1.Annapurna Conservation Entry PermitsUSD30, 2.TIMS 3.Special Permit for Mustang .4.Bar and beverage bills 5.Airport tax 6. Nature of personal expenses 7. Personal equipment (as per your necessity)5.Insurance helicopter evacuation 8 .Tips to the staff.
Good to Know:
Equipment checklist for trekking:
Personal:
A pair of hiking/trekking boots
A pair of slippers
Five pairs of woolen socks and three pairs of cotton socks
Two pairs of poly pro socks
One light long underwear bottom
One medium long underwear bottom
A pair of climbing and pile pants
Two medium poly pro shirts
One light woolen/fleece sweater
One pile jacket
One down vest
One down sweater/jacket
A pair of light wind Gore-Tex jacket and pant
A pair of woolen hat and Sun hat
A pair of glacier glasses
A pair of Gore-Tex glove shells with liner or ski gloves
A pair of woolen gloves
A Swiss Army knife
A trekking pack of 3000 cubic inches capacity
Two Sun screen lotion SPF 10 to 30 and 1 Sun screen stick SPF 10 to 30
Books, walkman and music tapes (opt)
An one-liter water bottle
A pair of trekking poles (opt)
One torch with enough sets of batteries
http://www.nepalguideinfo.com/Upper-Mustang.php
http://www.nepalguideinfo.com/Everest-Base-Camp.php
http://www.hikehimalayas.com/trekking-in-nepal/trekking-region/everest-region/everest-base-camp.htm
http://www.nepalguideinfo.com/
Email-:sanjib-adhikari@hotmail.com
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• Details
Upper Mustang trekking “Extension of Tibetan plateau, typical Tibetan tradition, Bon (pre-buddhist) and Buddhist culture, forbidden area till the last decade, dramatic landscapes, warm-friendly locals, walled city of Loman-thang as it was for hundred years
Highlights:
Buddisht Culture Hidden Kingdom
Availability:
When do you want to go?Pick a Date
Activity Options
• 15 Days Upper Mustang Trekking
Live guide: English
Duration: 15 days, Private tour, Skip the Line / Fast Track Entry
from US$ 1800.00 (per person)
Upper Mustang Trekking: Mustang lies in the southern edge of the Tibetan plateau. You will be surrounded by more than 35 mountains ranging from 2815 meters to 3780 meters above sea level. Mustang is considered to be a restricted area where a special trekking permit is required through a registered trekking agency. Also, Mustang trekking route consists of treeless deserted vista, vertical rocky track up and down the hill and eye-catching views of Mt. Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Nilgiri, Tukche peak, Tilicho peak, Mustang Himal, Arniko Chuli and many other striking peaks. And, Mustang Himalayan valley lies in the northern central part of Nepal and at the top of the Kaligandaki River and it is divided into two parts saying Upper Mustang and Lower Mustang.
Upper Mustang trekking is one of Nepal's most renowned trekking path which offers stunning mountain scene including Dhaulagiri (8167m) and Annapurna I (8091m).
The inhabitants of the Upper Mustang are the Lobas, locally known as Lo. Upper Mustang is also well-known for having some of the biggest Tibetan Buddhist monasteries in Nepal, which consists of stupendous artwork.
Furthermore, Upper Mustang trek takes you to the heart of the city, Lo-Mangthang which in fact is a challenging trek due to high elevation, exposed terrain and incessant strong winds. Lo-Mangthang- a walled city is located at an elevation of nearly 3800 meters. The whole region is recognized for its inaccessible caves, chortans, monasteries and infertile and barren conditions.
Upper Mustang region which is a very pleasant place to visit, especially for those who wanted to be contented with the kindness of the people living with Buddhist tradition. Regardless of the hardships, the people appear to be pleased with their lives here. And, you will be rewarded by the incredible scenery, architecture and culture of this unique place.
Day 1 Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (914m.) takes about six to seven hours. This drive will take most of the morning, leaving much of the afternoon to explore the various sites of Pokhara. Stay overnight in hotel.
Day 2 Fly from Pokhara to Jomsom (2700m.) takes about 25 minutes and trek from Jomsom to Kagbeni (2810 m.) takes another four hours. You take the spectacular early morning flight to Jomsom. The trail is quite barren with craggy rocks and sand and is mostly flat, which makes it very easy going. It is also very picturesque, with views of big peaks all around such as Dhaulagiri, Tukuche and Nilgiri, while to the south can be seen the entire Annapurna Massif. Stay overnight in hotel.
Day 3 Trek from Kagbeni to Chuksang (2900m.) takes about five hours. You trek right up to the river valley, but you use a combination of the high trail and the riverbank pathways. The trail then widens significantly revealing an endless stretch of sand. Chusang village is only about a 2hrs walk beyond Tangbe at the confluence of the Narshing Khola and the Kali Gandaki. Stay overnight in hotel.
Day 4 Trek from Chuksang to Samar (3150m.) takes about three and half hours. The trek now leaves the valley and climbs steeply up a rocky alley to the village of Chele. From Chele you climb a steep spur and then continue ascending along the side of a spectacular steep canyon to a pass. Beyond the pass you descend on a pleasant trail to Samar, situated in a grove of poplar trees. Stay overnight in hotel.
Day 5 Trek from Samar to Geling (3510 m.) takes about five hours. You climb above Samar to a ridge and then descend into a large gorge past a chorten before entering another valley filled with juniper trees. You then cross a stream and after climbing to a pass, you descend along a ridge to Shyangmochen, a tiny settlement with a few tea shops. The trail climbs gently from Shyangmochen and you enter another huge valley before descending to Geling with its extensive fields of barley. Stay overnight in hotel.
Day 6 Trek from Geling to Ghami (3490 m.) via Ghami La (3520m.) takes about five hours. From Geling the trail climbs gently through fields, up to the center of the valley, passing above the settlement of Tama Gun and an imposing chorten. You then begin a taxing climb across the head of the valley to the Nyi La [3840m]. The descent from the pass is quite gentle and about half an hour further, you come to a trail junction; the right trail is the direct route to Charang, the left trail leads to Ghami. Ghami is a large white-washed village sheltered by overhanging cliffs. Stay overnight in hotel.
Day 7 Trek fram Ghami to Tsarang (36200 m.) takes about five hours. Today's walk is perhaps through the driest part of Mustang. Finally, you come to Charang, a large spread-out village at the top of the Charang Chu canyon. At the eastern end of the village is a huge dzong [fortress] and a red gompa which houses an excellent collection of statues and thangkas. Stay overnight in hotel.
Day 8 Trek from Tsarang to Lo-Manthang [Mustang] (3730m.) takes about three hours. You will spend part of the morning exploring the interesting village of Charang and its large monastery, before setting out for Lo Manthang. You climb gently above the valley to a large isolated chorten that marks the boundary between Charang and Lo. The trail then broadens and eventually you get your first view of the walled city of Lo Manthang. The city has only one entrance so you circumambulate the wall to the gate on the north east corner. Stay overnight in hotel.
Day 9 Rest at Lo-Manthang. Stay overnight in hotel
Day 10 Trek from Lo-Manthang to Ghami (3490 m.) takes about six hours.You continue your journey on the highland route, crossing alpine meadows before dropping down a steep eroded alley to Dhakmar for lunch. After lunch, you walk through the pretty valley, climb to a ridge and descend from there back to Ghami. Stay overnight in hotel.
Day 11 Trek from Ghami to Samar takes about six hours. Leaving Ghami you begin to follow a narrow winding path until you reach Geling, crossing a small stream. Samar is a small village with terraces, Tibetan style houses, mani walls, a monastery, prayer flags and people following Tibetan life styles and traditions. Stay overnight in hotel.
Day 12 Trek from Samar to Kagbeni takes about seven hours. Following a descending path you reach Chuksang by crossing a suspension bridge over Kali Gandaki. You walk along the bank of Kali Gandaki with views of natural vegetation and apple orchards. Stay overnight in hotel.
Day 13 Trek from Kagbeni to Jomsom (2713m.) takes about three hours. Your trail passes through the bank of Kali Gandaki passing through Eklebhatti. Jomsom is the headquarters of Mustang. From here you have access to the internet and banking facilities. Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 14 Fly from Jomsom to Pokhara takes about 35 minutes. Stay overnight at hotel in Pokhara.
Day 15 Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu that takes about six to seven hours. While driving from Pokhara to Kathmandu throw river bank of Trisuli .
What's Included:
1.Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu transportation by a tourist bus 2.Pokhara -Jomsom flight tickets 3.Jomsom -Pokhara by Flight if weather bad alternet by bus to Pokhara 4.Three meals a day Break fast launch and Dinner 5.A Guide: English speaking/license holder registeredwell-equipped 6.Necessary porters/Support cook 7.Accommodations in the mountain at teahouses 8.Accommodations in Pokhara for two nights 9.Safe drinking water 10.First aid kit box 11.Staff insurance, food, salary, accommodation and their transportation
What's Not Included?
1.Annapurna Conservation Entry PermitsUSD30, 2.TIMS 3.Special Permit for Mustang .4.Bar and beverage bills 5.Airport tax 6. Nature of personal expenses 7. Personal equipment (as per your necessity)5.Insurance helicopter evacuation 8 .Tips to the staff.
Good to Know:
Equipment checklist for trekking:
Personal:
A pair of hiking/trekking boots
A pair of slippers
Five pairs of woolen socks and three pairs of cotton socks
Two pairs of poly pro socks
One light long underwear bottom
One medium long underwear bottom
A pair of climbing and pile pants
Two medium poly pro shirts
One light woolen/fleece sweater
One pile jacket
One down vest
One down sweater/jacket
A pair of light wind Gore-Tex jacket and pant
A pair of woolen hat and Sun hat
A pair of glacier glasses
A pair of Gore-Tex glove shells with liner or ski gloves
A pair of woolen gloves
A Swiss Army knife
A trekking pack of 3000 cubic inches capacity
Two Sun screen lotion SPF 10 to 30 and 1 Sun screen stick SPF 10 to 30
Books, walkman and music tapes (opt)
An one-liter water bottle
A pair of trekking poles (opt)
One torch with enough sets of batteries
http://www.nepalguideinfo.com/Upper-Mustang.php
http://www.nepalguideinfo.com/Everest-Base-Camp.php
http://www.hikehimalayas.com/trekking-in-nepal/trekking-region/everest-region/everest-base-camp.htm
http://www.nepalguideinfo.com/
Email-:sanjib-adhikari@hotmail.com
https://www.facebook.com/sanjib.adhikari