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Upper Mustang Trek

Upper Mustang Trek: One of the most fascinating features of mustang is literally thousands of cliffs
dwellings. Some of which look completely in accessible. Hence recent theory is that they may date 8-10,
00 BC when mustang was much greener land. Mustang is the old kingdom of lo. Actually the capital of the
mustang district is Jomsom. The real Tibetan style districts lie in north of kagbeni and are usually referred
to as upper mustang. Mustang has an average elevation of 13000 ft. This is located to the north of
mountain giants of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna. This is a vast high valley, arid and dry. Eroded canyons,
colorful stratified rock formations is characterize here. It has barren, dessert like appearances.
After all,upper Mustang trek most history is now a matter of legend rather than recorded fact. But it
seems clear that lo was once part of Ngari, part of Tibet. These is incorporated into the Tibet Empire
under the most Tibetan kings Songtsengompo. It was an important means of crossing the Himalaya from
Tibet to Nepal. Many of the old salt caravans passed through Mustang. By 14 centenaries much of ngari
become part of Malla Empire. Malla capital was sinja in western Nepal. Hence,it becomes an independent
kingdom in its own right under the rule of Ame pal. He is the founder king of lo in 1380.
The present royal family can trace its history 25 generations back to Ame pal and the city of lomanthan.
Then,we will visit the center of the power. Until now, we recognize special nature of this old, tiny, kingdom.
The Nepalese have imposed a surcharge for anyone wishing to trek past Kagbeni. In 1992 finally legal
trekking groups are allowed for the first time. You would be part of small privileged minority to visit this
remote outpost of Nepal. Now Magic Himalaya Treks and expeditions provide you the chances to explore
on this upper mustang trek, We providing all necessary permits so book your trip now on this restricted
area. So, find out why restricted area trekking is one of the best things to see in Nepal.
Short Itinenary

Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu [1300 m / 4264 ft]

Day 02: Kathmandu: Sightseeing and Trek Preparation
Day 03: Kathmandu to Pokhara [823m/2,700ft]: 6 hrs drives
Day04: Fly to Jomsom & trek to Kagbeni [2,858m/9,375ft]: 3-4 hrs
Day 05: Kagbeni to chele [3050m/10,004ft]: 5-6 hrs
Day 06: Chele to Syanbochen [3475m/11,398ft]: 6-7 hrs
Day 07: Syanbochen to Ghaymi [3520m/11,546ft]: 5-6 hrs
Day 08: Ghaymi to Charang [3500m/11,480ft]: 4-5 hrs
Day 09: Charang to Lo-Mangthang (3700m/12,136ft): 5-6 hrs
Day 10: Explore Lo-Mangthang
Day 11: Lo-Mangthang to Drakmar [3810 m/12,500ft]: 6-7 hrs
Day 12: Dhakmar to Ghiling [3806m/12,484ft]: 5-6 hrs
Day 13: Ghiling to Chhuksang [3050m/10,004ft]: 5-6 hrs
Day 14: Chhuksang to Jomsom [2700/8,856ft]: 6-7 hrs
Day 15: Fly back to Pokhara
Day 16: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu.
Day 17: Fly Home: Farewell Friend

Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu [1300 m / 4264 ft] Pick up from the airport by our representatives and
transfer to hotels.
Day 02: Kathmandu: Sightseeing and Trek Preparation Today after breakfast we start a guided tour to
several of the most historical and spiritual attractions in Kathmandu. In the evening we will meet our tour
leader and staffs and there you will have a details briefing of your trips. Here you can ask questions about
trips and can discuss with your leaders.
Day 03: Kathmandu to Pokhara [823m/2,700ft]: 6 hrs drives early morning at 7 o clock the bus go from
Kathmandu to pokhara which is 6 hours drives. We can see beautiful Himalayan range on the way.
Day 04: Fly to Jomsom & trek to Kagbeni [2,858m/9,375ft]: 3-4 hrs after an early breakfast we will fly to
jomsom. It is like a small city surrounded by hills and mountains. After a short flight to jomsom we will start
our hike towards kagbeni.
Day 05: Kagbeni to chele [3050m/10,004ft]: 5-6 hrs Our journey starts with a special permit check up and
onwards to the riverbank of kaligandaki up stream.today is mostly a road way but we will have short cut
where there is good places for scenic pictures. We will pass tangba and chhusang villages on the way.
After crossing the river we will head up to thehuge red chunk of conglomerate that has fallen from the cliff
above forming a tunnel through with the kaligandaki follows. We have to go through small ridge to reach
our destination chele for the day.
Day 06: Chele to Syanbochen [3475m/11,398ft]: 6-7 hrs today we will climb Taklam la pass (3624m)
through plateaus and narrow stretches with having views of tilicho peak,yakawa kang and damodar
danda. a little descend takes you to the village called samar. Climb the trail that goes to samar village to
the ridge then descending steeply to the stream. Today the walk is sililar like. After walking 3 hour we will
be in the place called syanbochean village where we will stay tonight. we will pass by the cave famously
known as Ramchung cave.
Day 07: Syanbochen to Ghaymi [3520m/11,546ft]: 5-6 hrs after early breakfast we will trek to the Yamda
la (3850m) passing a few tea houses, chortens and local villagers which is like Tibetan style of houses
with open Varanda. We cross mountain passes and an avenue of popular trees and fields of barley. The
climb to Nyi pass (4010m) would be little longer. Descend to our overnight stop at ghami. This is the third
largest village in lo- region. Ghayami is surrounded by large fields most of which are barren.
Day 08: Ghaymi to Charang [3500m/11,480ft]: 4-5 hrs today we will have to cross ghaymi khola and thatb
trails starts to climb to the plateau and passes beside a very long mani wall, a sacred stone wall made by
the followers Buddhism.from the end of the wall the trails heads east to the village of charang with a maze
of fields, trees and houses separated by stones walls at the top of the Tsarang chu canyon. There is also
a hugewhite dzong and red gompa to get to our teahouses for tonight stops.
Day 09: Charang to Lo-Mangthang (3700m/12,136ft): 5-6 hrs today, we trek to lo-mangthang with
magnificient views of nilgiri, Annapurna I and bhrikuti peak. The trail first descends to charang chu canyon
and the climbs steeply after crossing the river. further the trails ascends gently to the 3850 m windy pass
of lo, from where you can see the lo-mangthang, views of the walled city appear magnificent with its hills
on the Tibetan border and we will stay in lo-mangthan for next two days.
Day 10: Explore Lo-Mangthang today we explore the surroundings areas. Visit namgyal gompa and
Tingkhar. Namgyal gompa situated on a hill top services as an important monastery of the local
community and also as a local court. after visiting namgyal gompa continue the tour to tingkar, the last
main village to the nothhwest of lo-manthan and stroll back to hotel or you may have another options to
visit the tall champa lakhang god house the red Thugchen gompa,chyodi gompa and the entrance hall
which are the main attractions of the town. Another attraction is the four-storey building of the Rajas
(kings) palace as well as the panoramic view of Himalayas.
Day 11: Lo-Mangthang to Drakmar [3810 m/12,500ft]: 6-7 hrs to walk on a different way is better than
walking on the same way so we will take different to come back. We will go to drakmar via gyakar which
has more than 1200 years old ghar ghompa with guru rinpoche as the primary figure. The gompa is very
famous for its rock painting. According to the legend it is said that anyone who makes one wishes at the
ghar gompa, their wishes is fulfilled. We will explore the local area at drakmar.
Day 12: Dhakmar to Ghiling [3806m/12,484ft]: 5-6 hrs today we will get back to ghiling as our journey for
our overnight stay after a long walk takes 5-6 hours. After arrivals we will have lunch and explore around
village.
Day 13: Ghiling to Chhuksang [3050m/10,004ft]: 5-6 hrs we will have wonderful scenery during todays
journey of mountains. Explore around the villages.
Day 14: Chhuksang to Jomsom [2700/8,856ft]: 6-7 hrs our last day walk will be long so we will start early
in morning and trek to kagbeni. We will finish the upper mustang trails and join the normal Annapurna
circuit trek. After having lunch at kagbeni we will trek to jomsom .
Day 15: Fly back to Pokhara after morning breakfast we check in the airport to fly back to Pokhara. there
will be 30 min dramatic flight to Pokhara between gorge of the two huge mountains Annapurna and
Dhaulagiri. On arrival at Pokhara airport guide will transfer to the lakeside hotel. Rest of the time explores
the lake and overnight at hotel.
Day 16: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu.
Day 17: Fly Home: Farewell Friend

Cost Include

1. Annapurna conservation permits.

2.Upper mustang trekking map.
3. Full board plan (breakfast lunch, dinner) provided during trekking.
4. Hotel on bed and breakfast plan during Kathmandu stay and pokhara stay.
5. An experienced license holder guide and required porters. (1 porter for two trekker and there will be 1
assistant guide for more than six trekkers.) .
6. International and domestic pick up/drop.
7. Medical kit box and required medicine for the trek.
8. Rounds tickets to Kathmandu-pokhara-jomsom for trekkers, guide and assistant guide.
9. Trekking equipment like down jacket, duffels bag will be provided.
10. Special permits for upper mustang.
11: All necessary transportation during sightseeing.
12: Food, drinks, salary, equipment, insurance, transportation, accommodations and local tax for guides
and porters.
13. All government tax and vat.
14. Welcome and farewell dinner with us
Cost Exclude

1. Your travel insurance.

2. Your international flights and departure tax.
3. Any expenses of personal nature.
4. Tips for guide and porters.
5. Nepal entry visa fee.
6. Any kinds for bar bills (alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks.)
7. Rescue operation in case of emergency.

Facts Of This Trip

Trip Duration: 17 days

Max. Altitude: 3810m

Minimum Altitude: 820m

Grade: Moderate

Activities: Trekking,Hiking,sightseeing
 Accommodation: Lodges/Tea houses/hotel

Meals: all kinds of western food and local food.

Transportation: Flight/bus/Car.

Trek Departure: any time on season

Group Size: minimum 2 Person

Best season: june juy august and all the year.

Available Time: every day on season

Trip Cost: $ USD 2425 per person

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