Upper Mustang Trek

The historic and remote forbidden kingdom of Upper Mustang lies behind the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna ranges of Nepal and the northern border with Tibet. Upper Mustang Trek is considered one of the most interesting and delivers picturesque views of Nepal with the Himalayan range and trans-Himalayan range.

The moderate-level Upper Mustang Trek usually takes about 21 days. The best month to trek through the Upper Mustang is April through June and from August to October. The maximum altitude the trekkers trek through is 3,838m at Yara.

The rain shadow area in Upper Mustang Trek has an extraordinary geographical foundation with gray hills desert. The famous holy river Kaligandaki starts from the Upper Mustang. Likewise, The monasteries with unique and old paintings, the old palace, fort, and chorteen are some of the major attractions of the Upper Mustang Trek.

Mustang was a separate kingdom within Nepal until the time of monarchy in 2007. Though Nepal is a people’s Republic country, still the monarchy system exists in Mustang and the people give high respect to their king. Current king Jigme Parbal Bista is the 25th successor of the Pal dynasty. The trekkers can visit his majesty's palace.

The people of Upper Mustang call themselves Lobas and their culture and lifestyles are similar to Tibetan origin people. They celebrate Tiji, Yartung, and Yarne as major festivals. If the trekkers are lucky with timing, they too can enjoy the festivals with Lobas. The marriage system (marriage with a single girl by 4/5 brothers from the same family) still exists as a hidden culture. The major religion in this valley is Tibetan Buddhism and partly the Bon religion or nature worshiper.

The unique tradition of sky burial (after death giving a dead body to the vulture) still exists in the communities. In 1991, after opening a restricted area in Upper Mustang for tourists, The Upper Mustang Trek has been getting popular since.

Start/Finish

Destination

Grade

Max Altitude

Pokhara & Pokhara

Nepal

Moderate

3,800 meters

Region

Stay

Group Size

Season

Mustang Region

21 Days and 20 Nights

2-15

April, May, June, August, September, October

Highlights

  • Experience authentic Tibetan culture and lifestyle.
  • Visit centuries-old monasteries, including Chhoser Cave
  • Unique landscape of Upper Mustang
  • Explore the Last Forbidden Kingdom and experience the rich history at the King’s Palace
  • Enjoy the views of Annapurna I (8,091 m), Nilgiri (7,061 m), Tilicho (7,134 m), and Dhaulagiri (8,167 m)

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Suggested Itinerary

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Days
Description
Altitude
Hours
01
Arrival in Kathmandu
1,380 meters
02
Sightseeing Kathmandu Boudha and Pasupatinath
03
Flight/Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara
830 meters
35 minutes flight / 7-8 hours Drive
04
Flight from Pokhara to Jomsom and trek to Kagbeni
2,804 meters
3-4 hours
05
Trek from Kagbeni to Chhusang
2,980 meters
5-6 hours
06
Trek from Chhusang to Samar
3,600 meters
5-6 hours
07
Trek from Samar to Ghiling Via Chhungsi Cave
3,570 meters
7-8 hours
08
Trek from Ghiling to Dhakmar
3,820 meters
7-8 hours
09
Trek from Dhakmar to Lomanthang
3,770 meters
7-8 hours
10
Explore Lomanthang (Visit Monastery, Palace and school and enjoy walking around Lomanthang
11
Trek from Lo Manthang to Yara
3,838 meters
6-7 hours
12
Hike to Luri Cave Monastery & Tashi kabum
13
Trek from Yara to Charang
3,560 meters
6-7 hours
14
Trek from Charang to Syangboche
3,800 meters
6-7 hours
15
Trek from Syangboche to Chhusang
2,980 meters
6-7 hours
16
Trek from Chhusang to Muktinath
3,800 meters
7-8 hours
17
Trek from Muktinath to Jomsom via Lubra
2,700 meters
5-6 hours
18
Flight to Pokhara from Jomsom
800 meters
25 minutes
19
Explore Pokhara city and Evening flight to Kathmandu
20
Explore Kathmandu and Shopping Sightseeing Swyambhunath and Darbarsquare
21
Departure to airport

Trip Includes

 Kathmandu Hotel as per program on Bed & Breakfast and basis(3 star level & Twin bed sharing)
✔   pokhara Hotel as per program on Bed & Breakfast basis (3 star level)
✔   During the Trek:local Lodge room, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Tea coffee during the meal time.
✔   Flight: KTM-Pokhara-KTM (Regular Flight) with airport taxes
✔   Flight: Pokhara-Jomsom- Pokhara flight with airport taxes
✔   Upper mustang Restricted area permits. ($500 for 10 day )
✔   ACAP Fees & TIMS Permit Fee
✔   All staffs insurance , daily wages & Food (English speaking Trekking Guide, assistance guide.)
✔   Guide/Ass. Guide ground transportation
✔   Necessary number of Muels /Horse during the trek for carrying Trekking lauggage 
✔   Full day sightseeing in Kathmandu and Pokhara as per program with German speaking tour guide and Vehicles
✔  All Airport transfers
✔  All government, local taxes, and official expenses
✔   Heritage Entrance fees (Pasupatinath, Bhaktapur, Boudhanath, kathmandu Darbarsquare and 5 mona-stries in Upper Mustang)
✔   Welcome dinner in Kathmandu at the beginning of the trek
✔   Trekking Arrangement cost.

Trip Excludes

❌   Lunch and Dinner in City (kathamndu & Pokhara) except welcome dinner
❌   Excess luggage charge in flight (15 kg is limit)
❌   Extra expenses due to early arrival, late departure and early return from Trekking.
    Personal expenses such as shopping, snacks, bar bills, cold drinks, bottled or boiled water, shower, Wi-Fi, laundry, telephone call, battery re-charge fee etc
    Travel insurance that covers emergency high-altitude heli - rescue and evacuation and health care costs (compulsory)
    Tips for guide and porters
❌   Jeep ride to Nepal Tibet Board/chhoser and back to lomanthang
❌   Additional costs due to circumstances beyond our control like bad weather conditions, itinerary mod-ification for safety, government policy changes.

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Dates, Bookings and Flights

2nd Sept 2023 to 22th Sept 2023

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