Upper Mustang Trek

Upper Mustang

Upper Mustang is a hidden kingdom that has become a wonderful trekking destination in Nepal. It remained mysterious for a long time and now trekkers can go there with the restricted area trekking permit. There are various features in Upper Mustang such as its naturally awesome landscape and various cultural heritage sites like Gompa and Chhortens that are antique and unique to make it worth a trek.

Highlights

Explore the beautiful city of Kathmandu and Pokhara and immerse yourself in the Nepali culture
Experience Upper Mustang; a hidden kingdom that has become a wonderful trekking destination in Nepal
Visit Lo-Manthang and see the religious lifestyles of the local people
Witness paneroma views of the Himalayas and explore the Kali Gandaki River
Experience in the rainshaded area behind Himalaya

Itinerary

Day 01 - Arrive in Kathmandu airport and transfer your Hotel (1350m)

Day 02 - Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara by private car (915m)

Day 03 - Flight from Pokhara to Jomsom and Trek to Kagbeni (2810m)

Day 04 - Trek from Kagbeni to Muktinath (3795m)

Day 05 - Trek from Muktinath to Chele (3050m)

Day 06 - Trek from Chele to Syangboche (3800m)

Day 07 - Trek from Syangboche to Tsrang/Charang (3560m)

Day 08 - Trek from Tsrang to Lo Manthang (3810m)

Day 09 - Rest day or Explore day in Lo Manthang.

Day 10 - Trek from Lo Manthang to Ghami (3765m)

Day 11 - Trek Ghami to Samar (3660m)

Day 12 - Trek from Samar to Chhusang (2980m)

Day 13 - Trek from Chhusang to Jomsom (2820m) Via Kagbeni (2810m)

Day 14 - Flight from Jomsom to Pokhara and drive to Kathmandu by private car

Day 15 - Departure for your onwards flight.

Price and Cost Details

Ask for cost per person

Minimum 2 person in the group

Cost Inclusions:

Airport pickup and drop off
2 night 2-3 star hotel in Kathmandu on bed and breakfast basis
1 night 2-3 star hotel in Pokhara on bed and breakfast basis
Kathmandu to Pokhara by private car
Flight from Pokhara to Jomsom
Flight from Jomsom to Pokhara and drive to Kathmandu by private car
Annapurna Conversation Area entree fees and all government taxes
All required trekking permits (Trekkers' Information Management System card)
7 days restricted area entree fee
All meals during trek (breakfast with one cup of tea or coffee), lunch and dinner) Menu available
All accommodations during the trek (twin sharing basis with common toilet)
Government-licensed and experienced English-speaking trekking guide
Salary of staff (guide and porter)
Porters to carry luggage on 1:2 ratio (max. of 20 kg) minimal 2 person in the group
Insurance for staff during trekking period (porter and guide)

Cost Exclusions:

International airfare and travel taxes
Nepal entry visa fee (tourist visas are issued upon arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. Fee is 40 USD for 30 days stay)
Medical/personal travel insurance (must cover emergency evacuation cost)
Medical first aid kit
Personal trekking gear
All meals and beverages in Kathmandu
All beverages during trek (mineral water, tea, coffee, soft drinks, etc.)
Personal expenses such as hot shower, telephone calls, laundry, wifi and battery charging
Tips for guide and porter (expected by staff)