Upper Mustang Trek-17 Days

Details Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu

Upon your arrival in Kathmandu Airport, A representative of Himalayan Encyclopedia will wait outside of the airport with your name signage to welcome you to the beautiful country Nepal. He will take you to the hotel. In the day, there will be trip briefing. We will provide you much more information in the briefing which help you to prepare the trip nicely. In the evening you can explore touristic city Thamel. Overnight in Kathmandu Hotel. 

Maximum Altitude: 1350m/4429ft

 Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Dinner

Day 02: Kathmandu-sightseeing and trek Preparation

Today we will go to explore UNESCO world heritage site of Kathmandu and Bhaktapur. In the evening, there will be trip briefing with trek members along with you. We will give you much more information about the trip which helps you to prepare for the trek nicely. Overnight in Kathmandu.

Maximum Altitude: 1350m/4429ft
Accommodation: Tea House
Meals: Breakfast

Day 03: Drive to Pokhara

 Pokhara is the starting point of all Annapurna region trek. There are 2 options to reach there. Either you take bus or 30 minutes scenic flight to Pokhara Domestic Airport.

If we take a bus, we go through the bank of Trishuli and Marshyandi River. Along the way, you will have chances to see local houses, beautiful landscapes, farmlands etc. It takes 6-7 hrs. to reach to the Pokhara.

While reaching Pokhara, you can take rest and can explore beautiful Pokhara city. Pokhara is the touristic city having several beautiful lakes. In the morning, we have opportunity to see magnificent mountains such as Annapurna I (8091m), Annapurna II (7219m), Fishtail (6997m), Manaslu (8156m), Lamjung Himal (6983m) and so on. Overnight in Pokhara 

Maximum Altitude: 827m/2713ft
Travel Duration: 25 minutes flight /7-8 hrs. bus journey
Accommodation : Hotel
Meals :Breakfast

Day 04 : Fly to Jomsom and trek to kagbeni 

Early morning we take an exciting flight to Jomsom(2743m). We fly above the Kaligandaki gorge. We will see stunning mountain range, local communities, Himalayan diverse landscape, farmlands and so on.

    After arriving at Jomsom, We take a tea coffee break and spend few time at Jomsom Bazaar. Jomsom is a gateway to forbidden kingdom of Lomanthang in upper Mustang. Kagbeni village lies in the bank of Kaligandaki River. Then we walk to beautiful Kagbeni. Overnight in Kagbeni.

Maximum Altitude: 2804m
Hiking: 5-6 hrs.
Accommodation: Tea house
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 05 : Kagbeni to Chele

Today we walk about 15.5 km to reach the Chele village. We will walk along the bank of holy Kaligandaki River. The Chele village lies in the elevation of 3050m. Overnight in Chele.

Maximum Altitude: 3050m/10,007ft
Hiking :5-6 hrs.
Accommodation : Tea House

Day 06 : Chele to Syanbochen 

After having breakfast, we start our trek to Syanbochen. Today's trek will be little tougher than previous days as we cross two high passes Taklam la Pass (3624m) and Dajori la Pass (3735m). From the top of the passes we will have great view of Tilicho Lake, Damodar Danda and Yakawakang. We will pass by Ramchung Hermitage Cave which has historical importance. We will descend down to Samar village and walk along the riverbank to reach Syanbochen. Overnight in Syanbochen.

Maximum Altitude: 3475m/11401ft
Hiking :6-7 hrs.
Accommodation : Tea House

Day 07 : Syanbochen to Ghami

We start our trek to Ghami today. First we cross the Yamda la Pass (3850m) through the beautiful villages. We descend slowly and cross another pass Nyi Pass (4010m). We walk steady descend to Ghami. Overnight in Ghami.

Maximum Altitude: 3520m/11549ft
Hiking :5-6 hrs.
Accommodation : Tea House

Day 08 : Ghami to Tsarang

Today we start our trek with slippery descend to the valley. We cross the suspension bridge over Ghami Khola. We cross the bridge and climb again and cross Tsarang la Pass (3870m) and reach to Tsarang Village. Overnight in Tsarang.

Maximum Altitude: 3870m/12697ft
Hiking :5-6 hrs.
Accommodation : Tea House

Day 09 : Tsarang to Lo-Manthang

We descend down to Canyon and cross the Lo la Pass (3950m). After crossing the pass we will see the beautiful village of Lo Manthang. We will descend down to the Village with the view of Bhrikuti peak and other Himalayan ranges. Overnight in Lo Manthang.

Maximum Altitude: 3730m/12238ft
Hiking :3-4 hrs.
Accommodation : Tea House

Day 10 : Explore Lo-Manthang/Acclimatization

Today is reserved for the acclimatization day. We will explore the monasteries of Jhampa, Thupchen and Chhoeda. We will explore the history of this place and take rest. Overnight in Lo Mangthang.

Maximum Altitude: 3730m/12238ft
Accommodation : Tea House

Day 11 : Lo-Manthang to Drakmar

Today we walk to Gyakar Village which has very ancient Ghar Monastery built before 100 years. Local people says anyone who makes a wish at a Monastery will fulfill one day in their life. After exploring the monastery, our trek continues to Drakmar village. Overnight in Drakmar.

Maximum Altitude: 3810m/12501ft
Hiking :6-7 hrs.
Accommodation : Tea House

Day 12 : Drakmar to Ghiling

Today we descend down to windy valley. The trek might be little difficult due to strong wind blowing over the head. Overnight in Ghiling

Maximum Altitude: 3806m/12487ft
Hiking :5-6 hrs.
Accommodation : Tea House

Day 13 : Ghiling to Chhuksang

Today we trek to the small village of Chukksang. The views of Himalayas are very clear from the top. We cross several small hamlets to reach Chukksang. Overnight in Chukksang.

Maximum Altitude: 3050m/10,007ft
Hiking :5-6 hrs
Accommodation : Tea House

Day 14 : Chhuksang to Jomsom

Today is the last day of our trek but long day. We walk about 7 hrs. to reach to Jomsom. This section of trek links with famous Annapurna Circuit region. We will reach to Kagbeni for our lunch. We will continue our trekking to Jomsom. Overnight in Jomsom.

Maximum Altitude: 2700m/8859ft
Hiking :6-7 hrs.
Accommodation : Tea House

Day 15 : Fly back to Pokhara

 Today we will fly to Pokhara from Jomsom. The flight normally happens in the morning. The exciting 30 min flight we will see amazing view of mountains, landscapes, local houses in the high Himalaya region. The plane flies through the Kali Gandaki Gorge (The deepest gorge in the world). After landing at Pokhara airport we will proceed to the hotel for the overnight stay.

  Maximum Altitude: 822 m 
  Flying: 30 min.
 Travel Distance: 159 Km(By road)
Accommodation : Tea House
Meals :Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 16 :Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu

We begin our journey to Kathmandu by Tourist Bus. The tourist bus leaves around 7 AM from Pokhara. We will follow the same road to Kathmandu. Driving from Kathmandu to Pokhara takes about 6-7 hours. If you think to take flight, it only takes 30 minutes. 

Maximum Altitude: 1350m/4429ft

Distance: 200 Km
Accommodation: Hotel  

Meals: Dinner

Day 17:Final Departure

Your wonderful journey to Nepal come to an end today. A representative of Himalayan Encyclopedia will drop to you at the airport, about 3 hours before your flight. We say Good Bye for this time and hope to see you in Nepal again for the next holiday. 

Cost Includes 

• All airport and hotel transfer by private car.
• Transportation on Tourist Bus Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu 
• Flight ticket from Pokhara to Jomsom Airport.
• Private transportation from Dhampus to Pokhara.
• 2 nights' accommodation in 3 star category hotel in Pokhara with BB plan.
• Accommodation at Tea Houses (on a twin sharing basis) during the trek.
• Daily meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during the trek.
• National Park Permit
• Rural Municipality Permit
• A Government Licensed, English speaking Trekking Guide.
• Porters to carry your baggage(1 porter for 2 clients)
• All the cost for food, accommodation, salary, accidental insurance for Guide and Porter. 
• Duffel Bag, Sleeping bag and Down Jacket during the trek.
• Jomsom Muktinath Trekking  Route Map
• First Aid Kit.

 Cost Excludes

• International Airfare
• All meals & accommodation in Kathmandu before and after the journey. 
• Lunch & dinner in Pokhara
• Visa Cost
• Travel Insurance
• All soft drinks including water
• Snacks and all types of refreshment items.
• Laundry, Telephone expenses, Electricity charges, Wi Fi, Hot Shower
• Personal trekking gears
• Make sure your travel insurance has to cover high altitude emergency evacuation and hospital expenses
• Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu & Pokhara due to early or late departure to the trek or early return from the trek.
• Additional cost incurred due to cause beyond our control such as landslides, weather condition, illness, strikes, changes of government policies etc. 
• Tips to the Guide and Porter

1. How high is Upper Mustang Trek? 

The starting point of Upper Mustang Trek-Pokhara is 822m and highest point of Upper Mustang Trek: Marang la is 4230m. 

2. How fit do I need to go trekking to Upper Mustang Trek?
Upper Mustang Trek is not very difficult trek. Although, average fitness is required to complete this trek. We walk so many ups and downs through the stone path, forest and mountains side, cross so many bridges, walk along the ridges of the mountains.

3.Where am I sleeping at night?

After walking long hours in the day in the mountains, we need to require good sleep in the night. You will sleep at the Tea houses having basic facilities. You will provide enough blankets and sleeping bags which helps to warm your bed in the mountains. Except high elevation area, you will have good sleep. In high elevation area, if you manage to sleep few hours, that will be also ok because we can sleep next day when coming down.

4. Which is the best season to Trekking in Upper Mustang Region?

    Upper Mustang can be done throughout the year. Although in the monsoon season (June & July), it rains a lot. And in the winter, it snows heavily in the high mountainous region.

       Best time to do this trek is 

       March- April- May

         September-October-November

5.How easy or difficult Upper Mustang Trek?

Upper Mustang Trek is moderate to strenuous trek. Lower section, you will feel easier but when we gain elevation, we might feel strenuous. In high elevation, we make our pace slow to achieve our mission.

6. Is drinking water easily available during the trek? Is it safe?
   We can find mineral water in the Tea Houses which is 100% safe to drink. If you are using tap water for Drinking, You can use water purification tablets. Due to national park rules and regulation in some section, we cannot buy water bottles. We need to use boiled and filtered water which we can find in the Tea Houses.
7. How do we Travel from Kathmandu to Pokhara?
8. We can reach Pokhara in two ways:  You can take tourist bus from tourist bus park, which takes about 6-7 hrs. Travel distance from Kathmandu to Pokhara is 200Km. We drive along side of Trishuli and Marshyandi River with the specular view of local houses, farmlands, beautiful hills etc.

  Second option which is easier and faster is: taking flight from Kathmandu- Pokhara. The flight takes only 30 minutes with scenic view of gorgeous mountains.

8. What food do we get in mountain?

We normally get local hygienic and fresh foods. Although there will be different varieties of Chinese, Continental, Indian foods. Your Guide will help you to choose the foods from the Menu.

9. What happens if I get sick in the mountain?
Having minor health issue is normal in mountains. You may have common cold, minor headache which is common in mountain. But if you have serious high altitude sickness, we have to come back. In worst case helicopter evacuation will be done.

10.What kind of accommodation we can get during the trek?

The Tea House in the mountain will be basic. Although we can find room having attach bathroom, in some areas. You have to inform in an advance if you want more facilities room.