Upper Mustang Trek

Detail Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,400m/4,620ft)
we will pick you up from the airport and transfer you to the hotel.  In the afternoon visit nearby places of interest or rest. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 02: Sightseeing of Kathmandu Valley
Kathmandu Valley is the historical and cultural heart of Nepal and has been a popular destination for tourists. The city presents a wonderful mix of Hinduism, Tibetan Buddhism and Western influence in the Valley. Our professional tour guide will take you to the famous & biggest Hindu shrine of Pashupatinath, the largest Buddhist stupa in Nepal Boudhanath, and Swyambhunath.

Day 03: Drive to Pokhara – 6 to 7 hours by bus. 
Drive to Pokhara by tourist bus which takes about 7 hours by bus, and you can also go by flight. It takes 25 minutes by flight but it cost extra $125.

Day 04: Fly to Jomsom (30 minutes) & Trek to Kagbeni (2780m/9,175ft), walking time – 3 hours 
Early in the morning we leave to Jomsom by flight which takes 30 minutes. After a breakfast in Jomsom we begin our trek to the very pretty village of Kagbeni. Just out of Jomsom we cross a small suspension bridge then after walk along the riverbank of the Kali Gandaki. The trail is gradual up hill and quite barren offering magnificent views of stunning peaks including Dhaulagiri, Tukuche and Nilgiri. Kagbeni with its narrow alleyways and tunnels, irrigation canals, fields of wheat and barley and a large red Gompa, give us a sample of scenes that we would come across in Upper Mustang. We stay overnight at a lodge in Kagbeni.

Day 05: Trek to Chhuksang [2920m/9,640ft], walking time 5-6 hours
The trail then widens considerably enlightening an endless stretch of sand. there are many caves and Gompa Kang ( Different monasteries) on the way. We probably stop for lunch at the village of Tangbe, where we come across the first black, white and red Chortens that typify Upper Mustang. The little town is a labyrinth of slim alleys among white washed houses, fields of buck wheat and barley and apple orchards. Two more hours trek to Chhuksang. Stay overnight at a lodge.

 Day 06: Trek to Samar [3290m/10,860ft], walking time 4-5 hours
The trek now leaves the valley and climbs steeply up a rocky gully 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 we go down on a pleasant trail to Samar, situated in a grove of poplar trees. This is a major place to stop for horse and mule caravans.

Day 07: Trek to Geling [3440m/11,350ft] walking time 5-6 hours
We climb a ridge and drop down into a large gorge past a Chorten before entering another valley filled with juniper trees. We then cross a stream and descend along a ridge to Shyangmochen, a tiny settlement with a few tea shops. The trail climbs smoothly from Shyangmochen and we enter another huge valley before descending to Geling. Stay overnight at a lodge.

 Day 08: Trek to Ghami [3460m/11,420ft],walking time 5-6 hours

From Geling, the trail climbs gently through fields,  passing above the settlement of Tama Gun and an impressive Chorten. We then begin a tough climb across the head of the valley to the Nyi La [3840m]. The descent from the pass is calm and pleasing to Ghami. Ghami is a large white-washed village sheltered by overhanging cliffs.Stay overnight at Ghami.

Day 09: Trek to Charang [3490m/11,520ft], walking time 3-4 hours 
Today we trek through the driest part of Mustang, and much of our energy will be spent negotiating the loose, dry soil. However, the superb views of the countryside, from the gentle contours of the north to the Rocky Mountains in the east and west, more than compensates for the hard climb. Finally, we come to Charang. Stay overnight at a lodge.

Day 10: Trek to Lo Manthang [3730m/12,310ft] walking time, 2-3 hours & explore Lo Manthang
We spend part of the morning exploring the attractive village of Charang and its huge monastery, before head for Lo Manthang. We climb gently above the valley to a large isolated Chorten that marks the boundary between Charang and Lo Manthang. The trail then broadens and ultimately we get our first view of the walled city of Lo Manthang. The city has only one entry so we circumambulate the wall to the gate on the north-east corner. Stay overnight at a lodge.

Day 11: Lo Manthang 
Today, we explore the charming Village of Lo Manthang. We will visit four major Buddhist monasteries within the village.  The king’s palace is an impressive structure in the heart of the village and is engaged by the current King and Queen. Although his duties are largely ceremonial, the King is respected by the local people. Throughout the kingdom, the villagers carry on to look for his recommendation regarding many issues. You also can explore the town on horse.

Day 12: Trek to Lo Gekar & then to Ghami [3460m/11,420ft], walking time  5- 6 hours
We start our return trip from Lo Manthang, taking the upper highland route to Lo Gekar. This highland route offers spectacular views of Lo Manthang and the Charang Valley, with snow clad peaks in the background. Just pass the settlement of Lo Gekar, we arrive at the oldest monastery in Mustang, the Ghar- Gompa which consider to built in 7^th century. After visiting the Ghar-gomba we continue our journey on the highland route, crossing alpine meadows before reducing down a steep eroded gully to Thakmar for lunch. After lunch, we walk through the pretty valley, climb to a ridge and descend to Ghami.

Day 13: Trek to Chaile . walking time 6-7 hours 
We keep our views of Dhaulagiri and Nil Giri mountains and take lower trail via Rachen Gompa from Shyanboochen, continue to Samar and then to Chaile.

Day 14: Trek Muktinath (3900m/12,870ft), walking time 5- 6 hour
Now, we must retrek our route back to Chhuksang for a while and then take upper route to Muktinath a Hindu’s temple situated on the highest mountain 3900m, you can see many Nepali and Indian pilgrimist even walking on their bare feet. We overnight at muktinath.

Day 15: Trek to Jomsom [2710m/8,945ft], walking time 5 hour                                                             It’s a long and final day, passing back through Kagbeni to Jomsom where we end our trek. It’s now time for us to take a nice hot shower. In the evening, we might celebrate with our staff, whom we have come to know so well over the last 2 weeks.

Day 16: Fly Jomsom to Pokhara

Our penultimate day in the Mustang valley sees us back where we started whilst reflecting on our achievements since setting off two weeks ago. A time to relax in the extremely comfortable hotel, and after a hot shower we allow ourselves a cold beer or wine, a steak or chicken sizzler with our whole staff, and the satisfaction that comes from the achievement of a major challenge

Day 17: flight back to Kathmandu

We fly back to Kathmandu. In the afternoon you have an option to go for shopping or relax in hotel.

Day 18: Final departure

we will drop you to the airport and time to say bye bye.

 

IMPORTANT NOTE:  Every effort will be made to keep to the above itinerary, but as this is adventure travel in a remote mountain region, we cannot guarantee it! Weather conditions and health of team members can all contribute to changes. Our Sherpa guides will try to ensure that the trip runs according to plan, but please be prepared to be flexible if necessary.