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Upper Mustang Trek is additionally well-known as Lo-Manthang trekking. Upper Mustang Trek gives a chance to experience the unique fantastic thing about the Himalayan desert and strange landscape. Upper Mustang Trek covers the northern two –thirds of Mustang district of Dhaulagiri Zone in Nepal. The main attraction of upper- mustang trekking is the walled city of Lo-Manthang. Upper Mustang Trek offers to go to Natural Cave, Chorten, Monastery, palace, an alpine village with friendly Bhotiya people. Upper Mustang Trek consists of two district regions, the southern part and also the northern where the language’s culture and traditions are like those of the Tibetan People. Upper Mustang trek was opened in 1992 for foreigners. The trekking to Lo-Manthang is thru high altitude desert country climbing in and out of the massive sided valley of the Kali Gandaki.
During this Upper Mustang Trek, we’ll magnificent view of mountains and peaks along the trek are impressive with the chance of reaching the world’s deepest river gorge in Kaligandaki River. Upper Mustang Trek includes the holy trek to Muktinath which could be a sacred place for Hindu and Buddhist followers and also exploring the lo-Manthang valley, Kagbeni village, and plenty of kinds of flora and fauna, etc. are rewarding opportunities of the trek.
We begin our 17 – days excursions in Kathmandu with visits to UNESCO World Heritage sites before heading to the foremost popularly referred to as Mustang Trekking.
Aarohi Holiday offers an ideal budget package trip to Mustang within the best trip cost and makes your trip memorable.
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1350m) Tribhuvan international
Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, we offer you pick up facility from the airport and manage your stay at the most comfortable hotel in the city. You get to meet the team of trekkers and together we prepare for the trek.
Day 2: Sightseen around Kathmandu valley(1,350m)
Today would be the most exhilarating day where you will be introduced to the most pious Hindu and Buddhist religious place that is listed in the UNESCO World Heritage sites and elucidates you to the entire mysticism over its existence Pashupatinath temple, Boudhanath stupa, Patan Durbar Square and Swayambhunath stupa. Overnight stay at Kathmandu. Overnight stay at Kathmandu.
Day 3: Kathmandu to Pokhara By Drive (9,00m)
We have breakfast then leave for Pokhara, also known as The Lake City owing to a large number of lakes in the city. While going to the Pokhara, we are rewarded with magnificent views of the Himalayas including Dhaulagiri (8,167m/26,794ft), Manaslu (8,156m/26,759ft), Machhapuchhre (6,993m/22,943ft), the five peaks of Annapurna and others. We then check-in to our hotel and take a rest. We enjoy boating in the Fewa Lake and stroll in the city’s quaint streets. Overnight stay at Pokhara.
Day 4: Fly to Jomsom(20m) and trek to Kagbeni (2858m)
Today we will head towards Jomsom through our early morning flight which is famous for its apples, strong blowing winds, and attractive landscapes. We begin our adventurous trek way from the beautiful valley. We pass through Eaklibatti village before reaching the beautiful destination, Jomsom which is ideally located at the bank of two rivers. The village is wonderful with flat-roofed houses and also has ruins of an old fortress. Overnight stay at Kagbeni.
Day 5: Kagbani to Chele(3,050m)
When we get our permits checked then our trek begins from the Kali Gandaki River. We walk on sand amidst heavy wind before ascending on a hill. We reach the Tangbe Village and admire its narrow alleyways, white-washed houses, barley and buckwheat fields, and apple orchards. We continue our walk and pass the next village and cross a river on our path. Further, we walk on a ridge before reaching Chele Village. Overnight stay at Chele.
Day 6: Chele To Syangbochen (3,475m)
Our trek from today will be a little bit hard compared to what we have experienced before. Our journey today involves crossing two passes, Taklam La pass (3,624m) and Dajori La pass (3,735). On our way, we enjoy outstanding views of Tilicho, Yakawa Kang and Damodar Danda and pass by Ramchung Cave. We walk further and reach Samar Village and reach a ridge. Next, we go through a stream and continue our trek to Syanboche. Overnight stay at Syangbochen.
Day 7: Syangbochen to Ghaymi(3,520m)
We go to the Yamda La pass at 3,850m. On the way, we pass by a few tea houses, Chortens, and beautiful villages. We trek through poplar forests and barley fields and reach Nyi Pass at 4,010m. From here, we head towards Ghami which is one of the biggest villages in the Lo region. The village is amazing with fields surrounding the entire village. Overnight stay at Ghaymi.
Day 8: Ghaymi to Charang (3,500m)
Our trek today begins with a difficult and often slippery trail. After that, we cross a suspension bridge over the Ghami Khola and go on. The pathway is beautiful with mani walls along the trail. Next, we cross the Tsarang La Pass at 3870m and reach Tsarang village. The village lies at the top of Charang Chu canyon with a huge fortress and a red gompa towards its east. Overnight stay at Charang.
Day 9: Charang to Lo- Manthang(3,700m)
We begin our trek by going through a canyon and cross a river before beginning our upper hill trek to Lo La pass which at 3950m. From the top of the pass, we can observe the beautiful Lo Manthang village. From the pass, we go to Lo Manthang which is a wonderful walled village. From here the views of the Himalayas including Nilgiri, Tilicho and Annapurna I, Bhrikuti Peak, as well as Damodar Kunda (pond), is quite impressive. Overnight stay at Lo-Manthang.
Day 10: Explore lo-Mangthang
Lo Manthang is known as a walled town of the remote Upper Mustang region of Nepal. We spend our day touring three major gompas of the town namely Jhampa, Thupchen, and Chhoeda. All of these gompas have undergone expert restoration over the last two decades. We can also trek to Tingkhar which is a beautiful village located in the north-west of Lo-Mangthang. Overnight stay at Lo-Mangthang.
Day 11: Lo-Mangthang to Drakmar (3,810m)
We trek on different routes while returning from Lo-Manthang. Our trail passes through Gyakar village which houses are a century-old Ghar Gompa with lovely rock paintings. According to a local, anyone who makes a wish at the Gompa will be fulfilled. We explore the Gompa and continue our trek to Drakmar. Overnight stay at Drakmar.
Day 12: Drakmar to Ghiling (3,806m )
We start our trek early morning to avoid the heavy wind. Our trail passes through dry plateaus and fields before reaching Ghiling. Then the walk can be relatively hard as we are most likely to experience strong winds on our face. Ghiling is mostly dry, but we still get beautiful views of the Dhaulagiri and Nilgiri mountains. Overnight stay at Ghiling.
Day 13: Ghiling to Chhuksang(3,050m)
We walk on the same trail as before going up to Lo Manthang. On the way to Chhuksang, we can enjoy absolutely amazing views of the Himalayas. Overnight stay at Chhuksang.
Day 14: TChhuksang to Jomsom(2,700m)
Today is the final day of our trek so it is a long one. After trekking for a while, we come to an end of our Mustang trails and join the trails of the Annapurna circuit. Overnight stay at Jomsom.
Day 15: Fly back to Pokhara (9,00m)
We take an early morning flight to Pokhara. The airplane passes through a gorge between Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountains making the flight itself an amazing experience. After arriving in Pokhara, we can spend the rest of the day in leisure. Overnight stay at Pokhara.
Day 16: Pokhara to Kathmandu by Drive.
After breakfast, we say goodbye to the attractive northern skyline of Pokhara and drive towards Kathmandu. This will be a journey along river banks with wonderful views of terraced hills and the rural Nepalese lifestyle. After reaching Kathmandu, we take a rest.there will be a farewell dinner ( Nepali Food) to celebrate the successful completion of our journey. Overnight stay at Kathmandu.
Day 17: Final departure
Your wonderful adventure in Nepal comes to an end today. We wish you all the best. A representative from Aarohi Holiday Pvt Ltd will take you to the airport approximately 3 hours before your scheduled flight.
Pick up and drop off from and to International airport.
3 night hotel in Kathmandu (first two nights and last one night)
2 nights hotel in Pokhara.
Annapurna Conservation Park permit.
TIMS Card (Trekker’s Information Management System)
Upper Mustang especial permits
One porter for each two people
Accommodation in tea houses twin sharing (private room/ Shared bathroom)
3 Meals a day – breakfast, lunch, Dinner during the trek (Anything from the munu)
Flight tickets (Pokhara–Jomsom-Pokhara)
Sightseeing tour car A/C, driver.
Farewell dinner at Nepalese cultural restaurant after the trek in Kathmandu.
All taxes and Company service charges
Nepal Visa fee (bring accurate USD cash and two passport size photographs)
International airfare to and from Kathmandu
Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu
Monument sites entrance fees while sightseeing in Kathmandu
Excess baggage charges
Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, and earlier return from the mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
Travel and rescue insurance
Personal expenses (phone calls, internet / Wi-Fi, laundry, bar bills – tea/coffee, hot chocolate, juice, beer, battery recharge, extra porters, bottled or boiled water, shower etc.)
Tips for guides and porters (Tipping are expected, but not compulsory).
The meals are included in our package which is taken in lodges. We will get breakfast and dinner at the lodge where we stay overnights. Our guide will choose and stop for lunch on the available place for every day on a trek. We will request you to bring water and use medicine and drink freely or therefore you can also have options of buying purification water bottled or boiled water in every place as well
Proper medicines and first aid kits are very essential for trekking. You might get physically hurt at high altitudes is easy due to the terrain and change in atmosphere. Unsuspecting trekker must always be prepared for any adversities that they could face even while walking through easiest trek some of the most essential items anyone must have in their first aid kit are below
Antiseptic
Pain relief spray, ointment
Safety pins
Crepe bandage for sprain
And my other that are necessary which are hard to found in a rural area.
The trekking season in Nepal is generally known best as two seasons after falls and after the winter. Ever best season of trekking in Himalayan consider in the mid of September to mid of December. Each season has its distinct attraction to offers Nepal. Trekking season is classified as below
Autumn ( Sept- Nov)
Winter ( Dec-Feb)
Spring ( March-may)
Summer ( Jun- Aug)
Autumn (Sept-Nov)
This season is also considered as the best trekking season for trekking in Nepal. Sep, Oct, and Nov are the fall in this trekking season in Nepal. This season offers excellent weather and tantalizing mountain views.
Winter (Dec- Feb)
This season is clear in Nepal. Dec, Jan, and Feb Months are a cold day in Mountain during this season Nepal is usually snowfall in the higher elevations with risks winds and colder temperatures. It will be ideal for trekking in the lower elevation.
Spring (March-May)
During this season different varieties of wildflowers, especially the rhododendrons make the hillside which makes higher altitude trekking more comfortable and interesting. April and May’s months are fall-in this trekking.
Summer ( June- August)
June, July, and August months are the main rainy season. It also involves monsoon with heavy rainfall which makes trekking conditions unfavorable. During this season, it is times are blessed for the keen botanist as the higher valley and meadows blossom with flower and lush vegetation. Desert park of Nepal like mustang Nar-Phu valley and Dolpo region are the best season to do trekking which is summer trekking a great alternative behind the Himalayan rains shadow area.
One of the most popular destinations in the world for the adventure trekking, Climbing and expedition is in Nepal, so most of that area is located in remote part in the Himalayan
Travel insurances in Nepal is definitely an Important consideration:-It plays the vital role that you need to have travel insurance while doing traveling to Nepal and doing trekking, Climbing, and Expedition or any other adventure in Nepal. There are many types of travel insurance policies and which they all come with an incredible amount of fine print so, we request you need to very clear that what is covered and what is not covered on the travel insurance policy that you are going to buy in case if you need more information about travel insurances, please feel free to contact us.
Physical fitness is an important part of any outdoor activity. It is probably less of an issue at the start than you might think. Trek is about taking your time settling your own pace and enjoying the experience to its fullest basically they are three components of in Nepal trek preparation:- Aerobic, strength, and mental. Aerobic conditioning is important primarily because you will trek in thinner air, up to 40 percent less than at sea label how as with good aerobic conditioning you will be able to better metabolize whatever oxygen is available to you.
Before your arrival in Nepal, you should plan on doing at least one hour of aerobic 3/4 times per week for 1 month. Jogging, hiking, cycling and walking on alley floor to ridgeline ascents with day back are some of the excellent forms of exercise so long as your strengthening ley muscles and building stamina. speed is not the essence confidence stamina and continuity are.
We are not answerable for any damage or loss of any luggage or property belonging to you even when shouldered by porters, ponies airport or vehicles. That means your personal possessions luggage is at your risk at the times.
We request you, before booking any tour with us, please read all the terms and conditions slowly read all the terms and conditions slowly and thoroughly. You might also call us with any questions prior to making any payments. Begin by filling out a booking form and pay the non-refundable deposit. Please fill out the form completely so as not to disrupt the expediency of the process The most important thing to understand that all aspects of the chosen trip, from what’s included and excluded and also to the level of service or even what trip may be right for your level of experience and fitness. Take as much as the time to get all questions answered so that when booking the trip/it is without trepidation.
Acute mountain sickness is common at high altitudes and depends on the elevation, the rate of ascent and individual susceptibility. The symptoms tend to be worse at night and include headache, loss of appetite and lethargy, nausea, bread hopelessness, and irritability. An altitude over 3000 meters (9843 Feet) is usually defined as high altitude. Treks are designed to properly acclimatize you to change in high altitude climate and sufficient precautionary measures too are taken to take almost caution. We will also equip our staff with cell phones and satellite phones in the occurrence of any emergency cases. We are always greatly driven to keep the safety and security of our clients as our foremost concern.
The major reason for the flight delays and the cancellation is due to the climate conditions and the horal geographical setting of Nepal. The heavy rainfall the fog and unusual al winds cloud results in flight delays or sometimes cancellation airport lucks the instrument landing system for the domestic flights in case of any cancellations or flight delays do occur (highly chances of flight delays from around Kathmandu to Lukla, Everest Reagan) we will also provide service to arrange a helicopter to help you to be on your schedule on the premises of civil aviation rule of Nepal which can state that helicopters can fly if the visibility is 1500m. Therefore the cost ranges from used 350 to 650 according to the number of passengers.
Outside the arrivals hall there will be a large group of people, Agents and individuals from many companies please don’t be a hassle by their people. We request you to stop and look carefully for your name Our Aarohi Holiday representative will holding your name and encored you to the car and take you to your hotel in Kathmandu. You will also see Men/taxi drivers offering you to carry luggage at the Airport. So just ignore them and walk out the door with our airport representative and follow these instructions you also have to take care and keep an eye on your luggage and belonging to avoid any Complicacies.
For entry into Nepal, the visitors except the Indian nationals must hold a passport and valid visa. Visa entry procedure in Nepal can be obtained at the Nepalese embassies or consulates abroad Nepal visa is an important issued at the entry points like Kathmandu international airport upon arrival. We must not pay any visa fee for under 10 years of children. If you’re willing to get Nepal visa required filling form truth passport, Photograph.
Visa on Arrival Tourist Visa
Visa Facility Duration Fee
Single entry 15 days us $ 25
Single entry 30 days us $ 40
Multiple entry 90 days us $ 100
Please, we request you to have a passport valid for at least 6 months from the time of entry and also have cash ready in us dolor for more information to the most up to date list of exceptions for visa on arrival or to obtain the most current visa, Visit the Nepal Department of Immigration Website.
We will have to walk around 6 to 8 hours per day/ 10 to 12 km per day more or less. We will have our breakfast at the tea house and begin our trekking as in the middle of long trekking we will have our lunch at the tea house and after some time we will start the trekking again. However, will end our night will dinner at tea house take rest to have some fun and remaining trek we will start it again tomorrow after breakfast.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner during the trek
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