Trekking
Upper Mustang Trek
Upper Mustang Trek
Upper Mustang is a delicate field of culture and geopolitics located in the Himalayas. Opened to trekking in 1992, the terrain is a mixture of snow-mountains and desert lands. Until 1950, Mustang district was a separate kingdom within Nepal's borders. The last Emperor, Mustang's Raja, still has his home in Lo Manthang, the ancient capital. Lo Manthang lies behind the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna mountain ranges in the remote Himalayan desert. It is an ancient traditional Tibetan village with rare medieval Buddhist arts and exotic culture. Mustang people aspire to conserve the place's beauty and culture and hence trekking is a luxury in this area. Local government has implemented very strict policies and high fees to restrict the outside world's access to this underground Nepal empire. The Upper Mustang trek is close in many respects to trekking in Tibet because it is a part of the Tibetan plateau geographically. The Upper Mustang seven thousand men call themselves Lobas. To be purely right, this word should be pronounced Lopa which means Lo people just as Sherpa means Eastern people. The area can preserve its centuries-old history and scenery due to the worlds isolation. The Buddhist monasteries of the 16th century and the caves cut into sheer cliff walls in mustang draw many trekkers to the region. Mustang has a striking landscape of a semi-arid desert with deep ravines and rock shelves, fringed by snowy peaks. Upper Mustang trek is for those who enjoy discovering the wild and not getting stuck in Nepal's tourist spots. This mysterious realm is certainly a place to discover the spectacular countryside and rich Tibetan community.
Overview
Trip Code
WPP-003-UMT
Destination
Nepal
Altitude
3800m
Region
Mustang Region
Season
Spring / Autum
Difficulty
Moderate
Accomodation
Hotel, Lodge, and Tea House
Duration
18 Days
Itinerary
Day
1 : Arrival in Kathmandu
Day
2 : Sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley
Day
3 : Kathmandu to Pokhara overland Journey
Day
4 : Fly to Jomsom (2,720m/8,921ft) & trek to Kagbeni (2800m/9,184ft)
Day
5 : Trek from Kagbeni to Chele (3,100m/10,168ft)
Day
6 : Trek from Chele to Syangmochen (3,800m/12,464ft)
Day
7 : Trek from Syangmochen to Ghami (3510m/11,512ft)
Day
8 : Trek from Ghami to Tsarang (3,560m/11,676ft)
Day
9 : Trek from Tsarang to Lo Manthang (3,840m/12,595ft): Explore, Visit monasteries, king´s palace & museum
Day
10 : Excursion Choser village (3,961m/12,992ft) & back to Lo Manthang
Day
11 : Trek from Lo-Manthang to Dhakmar (3,810m/12,496ft)
Day
12 : Trek from Dhakmar to Ghiling (3,806m/12,483ft)
Day
13 : Trek from Ghiling to Chhuksang (3,050m/10,004ft)
Day
14 : Trek from Chhuksang to Jomsom (2,720m/8,921ft
Day
15 : Fly back to Pokhara
Day
16 : Fly back to Kathmandu
Day
17 : Leisure day at Kathmandu
Day
18 : Departure
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu, our company representative will meet and welcome you to Nepal and then you'll be transferred to your confirmed hotel. Once you finish the check-in procedure, you can rest & relax at the hotel. Later you will be accompained by the office staff for a short tour of Thamel to make you familiar with some good restaurants, ATMs, money changer and other necessary places you might need during your stay in Thamel.
Day 2: Sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley
The very next morning, after breakfast you will leave for a full day sightseeing tour around Kathmandu valley. You can visit the sacred Pashupatinath Temple and Swyambhunath, very ancient and essentially enlisted in UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
The biggest Buddhist Stupa at Boudhanath and the fine arts and historical architecture of Kathmandu Durbar Square reflecting the ancient Nepalese culture which is the highlights of our guided tour.
A visit to Patan City will enchant you with its famous fine arts and historical architecture. On return to your hotel, you will have time to explore the local area, have dinner and perhaps take a leisurely stroll through the famous streets. Finally, day ends with a Authentic Nepalese Dinner in Nepali Cultural Restaurant.
Day 3: Kathmandu to Pokhara overland Journey
We have breakfast then leave for Pokhara, also known as The Lake City owing to the large number of lakes in the city. Upon our arrival in Pokhara, we are rewarded with magnificent views of the Himalayas including Dhaulagiri (8,167m/26,794ft), Manaslu (8,156m/26,759ft), Machhapuchhre (6,993m/22,943ft), the five peaks of Annapurna and others. We then check-in to our hotel and take a rest. We enjoy boating in the Fewa Lake and stroll in the city’s quaint streets. Overnight in Pokhara.
Day 4: Fly to Jomsom (2,720m/8,921ft) & trek to Kagbeni (2800m/9,184ft)
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 5: Trek from Kagbeni to Chele (3,100m/10,168ft)
We get our permits checked 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 6: Trek from Chele to Syangmochen (3,800m/12,464ft)
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 Syangmochen.
Day 7: Trek from Syangmochen to Ghami (3510m/11,512ft)
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 8: Trek from Ghami to Tsarang (3,560m/11,676ft)
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 9: Trek from Tsarang to Lo Manthang (3,840m/12,595ft): Explore, Visit monasteries, king´s palace & museum
We begin our trek by descending to a canyon and cross a river before beginning our uphill trek to Lo La pass which 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: Excursion Choser village (3,961m/12,992ft) & back to Lo Manthang
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: Trek from Lo-Manthang to Dhakmar (3,810m/12,496ft)
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: Trek from Dhakmar to Ghiling (3,806m/12,483ft)
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 face. Ghiling is mostly dry, but we still get good views of Dhaulagiri and Nilgiri mountains. We can tour the village around the evening. Overnight in Ghiling.
Day 13: Trek from Ghiling to Chhuksang (3,050m/10,004ft)
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 small villages we pass en route. Overnight in Chhuksang.
Day 14: Trek from Chhuksang to Jomsom (2,720m/8,921ft
Today is the last day of our trek and it is a long one. After trekking for a while, we come to an 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: Fly back to Kathmandu
After breakfast, we say goodbye to the beautiful northern skyline of Pokhara and drive towards Kathmandu. This will be a journey along river banks with wonderful views of terraced hills and the rural Nepalese lifestyle. After reaching Kathmandu, we take a rest or do some souvenir shopping. Overnight in Kathmandu.
Day 17: Leisure day at Kathmandu
Leisure day at Kathmandu followed by farewell dinner & celebration. You can ask your guide to take you on a sightseeing trip inside Kathmandu Valley. On this day you can go to the various museums around the valley including the Narayanhiti Museum which earlier used to be the residence of the last king of Nepal. You may also go to the hilltop of Nagarkot. After some sightseeing around the world heritage sites in the valley, you will have a farewell dinner and enjoy with your Nepali friends and guide. You might even make plans for extending your stay for Chitwan jungle safari, rafting activities, and more with your guide.
Day 18: Departure
Finally, it’s SEE OFF TIME. There is nothing to do but trade emails with your travel companions and organize your photos. You will be picked from Hotel by representatives of Wongchhu Peak Promotion staff and dropped at Tribhuvan International Airport 3 hours earlier than your flight time with a hope to see you again. On your way home you'll have plenty of time to plan your next adventure in the wonderful country of Nepal.
Includes
- Airport – Hotel transfers in KTM,
- Hotel in KTM for 2nights pre and two nights post-trek (total 4 nights), including breakfast on a twin-sharing basis,
- City tour of Boudhanath, Pashupatinath and Swyambhunath,
- Transportation, tour guide and entrance tickets during the city tour,
- Flight from KTM-Pokhara-KTM & Jomsom-Pokhara via aeroplane,
- National Park Entrance fees,
- Necessary permits and paperwork,
- Teahouse trekking accommodations including food,
- Boiled water, tea, coffee, including all food,
- Guides & porters during the trek,
- Wongchhu Peak Promotion duffel bag and trekking map,
- Salary & insurance for all Nepali staff,
- Welcome & Farewell Dinners.
Excludes
- Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return from mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary,
- Personal trekking and climbing gear,
- Meals in Kathmandu (except breakfast and farewell dinner),
- Alcohol and Beverages during the trek and climbing season,
- Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, shower etc.),
- Emergency Medical Evacuation & any medical costs.
Equipments
1.0 Travel Documents
- Valid passport
- Credit/Debit card
- Passport size photo (6 pieces)
- Insurance paper and contact address
- Family contact number
2.0 Upper Body Wear
- Thermal Top Base Layer (2 Pcs)
- Fleece Jacket (1 Pcs)
- Gore-Tex Jacket (1 Pcs)
- Down Jacket (1 Pcs)
- Cotton T-Shirt (2 Pcs)
3.0 Lower Body Wear
- Thermal Bottom Base Layer (2 Pcs)
- Fleece Trouser (1pcs)
- Gore-Tex Pant (1 pcs)
- Mid Weight Pants (1Pcs)
- Light Weight Quick Dry Trekking Pants (2-3 Pairs)
- Gaiters for trekking boots
4.0 Headwear
- Sun Cap
- Fleece Hat/ Warm Hat (1-2 Pcs)
- Neck Gaiter (2 Pcs)
5.0 Handwear
- Thin fleece gloves
- Wind stopper/screen tap gloves
6.0 Footwear
- Normal Socks (2-3 Pairs)
- Trekking Shoes (Gore-Tex)
- Slipper (1 Pair)
7.0 Sleeping Bags
- Sleeping bag -20°c to -30°c for Base camp
- Down Sleeping Bag -40°c for extreme comfort
- Thermarests Mattress (Cell foam)
- Sleeping bag Liner
- Inflatable Pillow
8.0 Trekking Equipment
- Power Bank
- Pee Bottle
- Altimeter watch
- Pocket Knife
- Walking Stick/Trekking Pole
- Satellite Phone with credit
- Battery
- Headlight 500-700Lumens
- Spare Tape Slings/240cm
- Unlock Carabiner
- Lock Carabiner
9.0 Bag packs
- Rucksacks 35 L -50 L
10.0 Sun stuff
- Banana Boat/ Nivea Sun Cream (-20 Spf)
- Lip Guard -20 (Spf)
- Sun Glasses (Uv Protection)
11.0 Toiletries (Personal)
- Toilet Paper / Wet Tissue
- Toothpaste
- Toothbrush
- Soap
- Shampoo
- Towel
- Garbage Bag
12.0 Eating & Drinkings
- 1 ltr. Water Bottle
- 1/1.5ltr. Thermos Mug (Opt.)
- Spoon / Fork (opt.)
- Bowl (opt.)
13.0 Medical / First Aid
- Brufen / Ibuprofens
- Antibiotic
- Diamox
- Paracetamol
- Handy Plaster
- Crack Bandage
- Tincture Iodine
- Ondem
- Cetirizine
- Electrolyte
- Minil 10mg (Palpitation, anxiety)
- Codopar (Headache & chest pain)
- Salbetol 4mg (Breathless)
- Azithromycin 500mg (chronic tonsillitis, fever, nose, throat infection-must take 5 days)
- Flupen 250mg (prevent wound infection)
- Allegra 120/180mg (Allergic tonsil)
- Menstrual Products
14.0 Miscellaneous
- Nail cutter
- Umbrella /Raincoat
- Hot water bag
- Camera
- Trails Maps
- GPS Tracker (Recommended)
- Hand & Toe Warmer
Dispatches
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