Upper Mustang Trekking - 17 Days
17 Days
Kathmandu
Kathmandu
3900m
Spring and Autumn
Tea house
Flight
15 pax Maximum
"Trek the off-beaten paths of Nepal's Mustang region, famous for stunning landscapes, ancient sky caves, sacred Muktinath temple, Tiji festival, and the unique Tibetan culture. A restricted, must-visit trail!"
Introduction
Trekking in the Mustang region is the most popular off the beaten trek that Nepal offers. When compared to the other regions, Mustang comes under one of the least explored trekking route. Mustang was an autonomous region of the Himalayan kingdom. The region is a part of the Trans Himalayan trail as earlier it was also the trans-border exchange route between Tibet and Nepal where exchange of Tibetan salt and wool with grains and spices used to take place.
Historically, it is also the point from where the great Padmasambhava went to Tibet for the preaching of Buddhism. Only a few researchers and archaeologist were given permission to explore the region in the past. It was only until 1992, the Mustang region was opened to the tourists. Government has listed the region under the restricted area that requires special permits and other formalities. The objective of listing the areas as the restricted ones is to safeguard the fragile environment and cultural integrity from the outside influences.The Mustang region is accessible through airways where one can get to Jomsom from Pokhara. Great views of Mt Dhaulagiri and Mt Nilgiri can be viewed from most of the area. Mustang area is generally famous for the natural astatic as well as the cultural importance.
The area hosts Muktinath temple as well which is a holy pilgrimage site for both the Hindus and Buddhist which also shows the religious tolerance amongst the people of the region.The landscape of the region is very different to the rest of the country. Mustang region comes under the rain shaded region where the rainfall is very low and is also considered as the desert of Nepal. Besides the unique landscape the area is also famous for the sacred Muktinath temple, Dhumba Tal, sky caves where the pre historic people dwell and the unique culture and tradition of the Tibetan people living there. Tiji festival is one of the best time to explore the culture and traditional dances. Other attraction might be the bow and archery competition at the village in Marpha. Mustang is also famous for harvesting apples and other various beverages out of it. Accommodation is generally the combination of the tea houses and camping.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Kathmandu (1330m)
Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. Our representative will meet you and transfer you to your hotel for a rest and trek briefing.
Day 2: Rest/Preparation
Relax, explore Kathmandu, and prepare for the trek. Purchase any missing trekking gear if required.
Day 3: Fly to Pokhara (884m)
Take a scenic flight to Pokhara. Enjoy the stunning mountain views and prepare for the next day's flight to Jomsom.
Day 4: Fly to Jomsom (2713m) and Trek to Kagbeni (2810m)
Fly to Jomsom and start the trek. Walk through the Kali Gandaki Valley to Kagbeni, a beautiful medieval village.
Day 5: Trek to Chusang (3100m)
Follow the Kali Gandaki River and pass through small villages to reach Chusang, a village surrounded by dramatic cliffs.
Day 6: Trek to Samar (3800m)
Trek through narrow gorges and ridges to reach Samar, a picturesque village with stunning mountain views.
Day 7: Trek to Ghami (3575m)
Pass through forests and ancient chortens to reach Ghami, known for its stone-built houses and mani walls.
Day 8: Trek to Tsarang (3840m)
Cross the Ghami River and trek to Tsarang, a village with a historic monastery and a maze of fields.
Day 9: Trek to Lomanthang (3840m)
Reach Lomanthang, the walled capital of the Upper Mustang, with its unique Tibetan culture and architecture.
Day 10: Explore Lomanthang
Spend the day exploring Lomanthang’s monasteries, caves, and palaces. Immerse yourself in Tibetan culture.
Day 11: Trek to Dakmar (3800m)
Trek back through stunning landscapes and red cliffs to Dakmar, a village surrounded by natural beauty.
Day 12: Trek to Samar (2980m)
Descend to Samar, enjoying the views and passing through vibrant local villages.
Day 13: Trek to Chusang
Retrace your steps to Chusang, following the Kali Gandaki River and enjoying the serene landscape.
Day 14: Trek to Muktinath (3710m)
Trek to Muktinath, an important pilgrimage site for Hindus and Buddhists, offering stunning mountain views.
Day 15: Trek to Jomsom
Descend to Jomsom through Kagbeni, concluding the trekking part of the journey.
Day 16: Fly to Pokhara and Kathmandu
Take a morning flight to Pokhara and then connect to a flight back to Kathmandu. Rest and enjoy your final evening in the city.
Day 17: Depart Kathmandu
Our representative will transfer you to the airport for your departure flight.
Includes
- SERVICE IN KATHMANDU
- Airport Pick-up and Drop-off service in a private tourist vehicle and transfers as per itinerary
- Welcome or Farewell dinner in Nepali restaurant
- 3 nights accommodation in Kathmandu in a 3 Star hotel (BB Plan) with a twin room supplement
- 2 nights accommodation in Pokhara in a 3 star hotel (BB plan)
- GOVERNMENT & RELATED CHARGES
- Restricted Area Permit, MCAP Permit, ACAP Permit and all cost related to permit.
- Airfare Kathmandu-Pokhara-Jomsom and Return flights.
- TREK SERVICE
- Supplementary Oxygen 1 set for emergency, including mask and regulator
- 1 Sherpa guide for all member during the trek
- 1 Porter for each 2 member and Assistant guide required by group size
- Walkie-Talkie and Satellite Phone (Charges Per Call).
- Sherpa's remuneration and load-bearing bonus (this bonus does not include the summit bonus)
- Transportation, lodging, food, and salaries for Sherpas and staff are provided.
- The expenses of Insurance for sherpa, trekking guide and porters and salary for all staff
Excludes
- Nepal visa fee
- Lunch & dinner during your stay in Kathmandu (except farewell dinner)
- Items of personal nature, laundry expenses, tips
- Expenses incurred towards usage of landlines, mobiles, walkie-talkies or satellite phones and internet expenses
- Any extra services or products or offers or activities which are not mentioned in the itinerary
- Travel insurance and helicopter rescue.
- Cargo customs clearance duty fees
- Any other item not included in the “included” section
Reviews
Good!
Exellent guide for solo trekking. The flexibility of the programm was good and everything worked with Expedition Himalaya.
Awesome experience.
This is a one in a lifetime experience, to one of the most remote areas of the world. The whole journey was breathtaking and an excellent experience. We were unfortunate with the weather at the end but that is mountain life. Himalayan experience worked tirelessly to organise helicopter flights off the mountain, along with the other 2000 people stranded at Lukla airport. Big thanks to Ian Pallister for organising this for us. Pasan our lead guide, and Lapa our junior guide. I would thoroughly recommend this company if you want to complete Everest Base camp and other adventures.
Tibet2025_Zanardi
We were a group of 4 family members traveling to Tibet through Kathmandu. EH organized the perfect trip for us. All guides and drivers were excellent from all points of view: professional, friendly, experienced, thoughtful, flexible, reliable, respectful. Prabeen was our guide in Kathmandu. Dawa Sherpa flew with us from Kathmandu to Lhasa and carefully orchestrated every single detail of our Tibet tour, including shopping for picnics in late evenings and last-minute helicopter arrangements. Tashi is THE guide you want in Tibet: all the adjectives above, plus much more, and always in harmony with Dawa for daily decisions. Driver Tsering is simply amazing: great driver, improvised porter, strong communicator with gazes and gestures (not English speaking). We ended up with the feeling of traveling in a group of 7 family members for 2 weeks. The tour included the Kailash kora, up to 5630 mt altitude. EH organized it carefully, so that we arrived acclimatized and suffered a minimum. EH co-owner (with Dawa) Nabin met us personally multiple times in Kathmandu before the Tibet tour and after it, for briefing and farewell. And Niren has been in constant contact with us, in person and by phone. I strongly recommend EH for adventure accompanied by safety and special treats.
