Upper Mustang Trek - 17 Days

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  • duration 17 days
  • tour type Private and Group
  • age requirement 10-85 yrs
  • max group size 50
  • guiding method Fully guided
  • Maximum altitude 3840 meters
  • Trek difficulty Moderate
  • Tour Code BM-19653
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  • Operated in English
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  • Starts Kathmandu, Nepal
  • Ends Kathmandu, Nepal
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HIGHLIGHTS
  • Trek in the remote, famed region of Upper Mustang in the Nepal Himalayans
  • Explore Lo Manthang, the Tibetan kingdom and capital of Upper Mustang
  • Challenge yourself and discover the spiritual journey that comes with days of trekking
  • Discover the highlights of Kathmandu on a sightseeing tour before your trek
The former Himalayan kingdom of Mustang is an arid and starkly beautiful land. Long protected from mass tourism; its allure has come from its inaccessibility and its reputation as the last bastion of traditional Tibetan culture. Mustang has a long, rich and complex history that makes it one of the most fascinating corners of the Himalaya.

Mustang is an ancient Himalayan Kingdom which lies in the northern central part of Nepal and at the top of the Kali Gandaki River. This region is full of some of Nepal’s oldest Buddhist Monasteries, ancient and isolated villages with quaint whitewashed houses. The restricted area of Tibetan influence lies north of Kagbeni, and Nepalese refer to this as Upper Mustang.

By choosing this trek through Mustang, we will be sampling a slice of history that may not be preserved for much longer. The sights of spectacularly fluted red cliffs and Mustang’s endless expanse of yellow and grey rolling hills will stay in our memory long after we go home, as will our experience of the Kingdom’s incredible little towns and the rugged gentility of its people. The trek takes us to the walled town of Lo-Manthang, a visually extraordinary place, home of the present King and full of beautiful temples and gompas.

This itinerary is designed best for those who have some kind of previous experience in high altitudes over (3840m/12599ft) and are able to walk 7-8 hours a day. This allows us to walk very long distances with the required amount of high altitudes acclimatizing. Also, the itinerary goes through the various landscapes and traditional Tibetan-like settlement.

For more information please see the itinerary and whats included sections, or contact us to see if this trip is a good fit for you.
ITINERARY Expand All
  • Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu
  • Day 2: Sightseeing in Kathmandu
  • Day 3: Fly to Pokhara and sightseeing
  • Day 4: Fly to Jomsom and begin trek
  • Day 5: Trek to Chele 3100m
  • Day 6: Trek to Shyangmochen 3800m
  • Day 7: Trek to Ghemi
  • Day 8: Trek to Tsarang
  • Day 9: Trek to Lo Manthang 3840m
  • Day 10: Explore Lo Manthang
  • Day 11: Trek to Ghar Gompa
  • Day 12: Trek to Geling
  • Day 13: Trek to Chele
  • Day 14: Trek to Jomsom
  • Day 15: Fly to Pokhara
  • Day 16: Fly to Kathmandu
  • Day 17: Departure
WHAT'S INCLUDED
  • All accommodation including 3 nights in hotel in Kathmandu, 2 nights in hotel in Pokhara and 11 nights in lodge/guest house or camp while trekking
  • Meals as indicated in the itinerary including all breakfasts, all meals while on the trek, and farewell dinner in Kathmandu
  • All airport/hotel pick ups and drop offs in private car/van
  • An experienced English speaking trekking guide
  • Porter services (one porter for two trekkers)
  • National Park Permit, TIMS and Upper Mustang Permit
  • All domestic airfares and taxes (Kathmandu - Pokhara - Jomsom and return)
  • Use of down jacket and sleeping bag for the duration of the trip if needed
  • Company kitbag and t-shirt
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • Nepal entry visa fees
  • International airfare and departure tax
  • Bar bills, laundry and other expenses of personal nature
  • Travel insurance
  • Some meals as indicated on the itinerary
  • Tips for local staff, guides, and porters
  • Entrance fess to sites visited
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
5 - Excellent
Based on 1 review
  • M Nathan
  • From New Zealand
  • On Dec 13 2020
5 - Excellent
Memorable trek to upper Mustang
I did a trek with the local operator. Sujan was our guide and Tsiring and another fellow our porters. Agency has organized everything from auto bus to pokhara, flights, permits. Trek was fantastic. Owner has found out... Read more
A Bookmundi Travel Expert responded to this review:

Dear Guest,

Namaste and greetings from Alpine Club of Himalaya!!!

Thank you for sharing about your experience as a member of our tour group.

We are glad that you have enjoyed your holiday with our arrangements of the best itinerary to cater to your want to do list of activities and the places/regions you like to visit while in Nepal.

We are truly delighted that we were given the opportunity to be of service to you and we look forward to your next visit to Nepal to provide you and your friends the best team put together for greater adventures in the walk of the Himalaya.

Alpine Club beckons you, to greater adventures in the Himalayas…..

Warm Regards,

Alpine Club of Himalaya Team

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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about this tour.
  • How much money do I need to bring with me?

    Your personal budget obviously depends on your spending habits and what is included in your trip cost. If accommodation is included, but meals are not, we would suggest that you bring around 30 USD per day per person for meals. Having a hot shower or charging your device sometimes costs extra. There are also sometimes small crafts/souvenirs to buy along the trekking route which you may want to bring extra money for. Also, consider whether you would be staying in Kathmandu or Pokhara before or after your trek.

  • Is quarantine in Nepal in effect for arriving visitors?

    There are no quarantine requirements in Nepal for arriving visitors at the moment.

  • How much should my backpack weigh?

    A properly packed backpack (not including your day pack) should ideally not weigh more than 13 kg. It is also important to note that if you are taking a flight to the start of your trek, many smaller aircraft have weight restrictions. For example, if you are flying from Kathmandu to Lukla, you are only allowed 10kg of checked luggage, and 5 kg of hand baggage. Thus, in case of a small flight, you should ideally pack a 10 kg backpack for checked luggage, and then add 5 kg in your hand baggage. You can then re-shuffel the weigt once you start your trek at the trailhead.  

  • Do I need a porter?

    The decision to hire a porter is up to you and usually based on your fitness level and/or budget. One porter can be shared between two people and can carry up to 25 kg. Many trekkers hire a porter to have a more comfortable trek.

  • Do I require a porter for carrying water?

    On most popular treks you can expect plenty of places where you can refill your water bottle, meaning you don’t need to carry a huge water supply with you. Bring an extra bottle of water if you are concerned. If you already have a porter, you can ask him/her to carry water as long as it is within the weight limit. Another option is to carry water purification tablets or LifeStraw, both of which can be found in Kathmandu.

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