10 days upper Mustang trek

Trip Code:	1DUM41
Starts:	Jomsom
Finishes:	Jomsom
Duration:	10 Days
Difficulty:	Hard
Group Size:	2 - 14
Age:	Minimum 16
Seasons:	Mar-May,Sep-Nov
Elevation:	3810m/ 12500ft
Trip Views:	794
Activities:	Trekking
Trip popularity:
Travel Style:	Budget Comfortable Luxury

Brief Itinerary
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DAY 1 : KATHMANDU ARRIVAL
Welcome to Kathmandu! The adventure starts as soon as you step off the plane where you’ll find a mass of taxi drivers all fighting over the right to take you to your hotel. Lucky for you, we’ll have our representative there to pick you up like a knight in shining armor. On route to the hotel, you’ll get to see the hustle and bustle of the big city along with Kathmandu’s claim to fame. The dust. But don’t worry, the dust will be worth it once you see the smiles on the locals faces as they welcome you to Nepal. In the evening, we’ll gather any additional information we need for your permits. Then, we’ll have a briefing of your itinerary which will be followed by a pop quiz. If you pass, we’ll all go out to a nice dinner. If you fail, we’ll blame it on the jet lag and go to dinner anyway.
Meal:

Dinner
Accommodation:

Hotel
Activities:

Airport Pick Up Services

Guided Thamel Tour
DAY 2 : DRIVE TO POKHARA
After the breakfast we will leave for Pokhara early in the day, so that enough time would be possible to explore the beautiful city of lakes, Pokhara.
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Breakfast
Accommodation:

Hotel
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Private transportation

Guided city tour
DAY 3 : FLIGHT TO JOMSOM, DRIVE TO KAGBENI; TREK TO TSELLE
Flight to Jomsom is quite an experience in itself. We will fly northwest from Pokhara toward the great portal between the snow covered peaks of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. You will enjoy the well-raised massifs of more than 8000 meters, and the deepest gorge on this planet. And soon after arriving at Jomsom, we take a drive towards Kagbeni, which is the entrance gate to the upper Mustang. Upon reaching Kagbeni we start our first trek. After the gentle walk by crossing the river Kali Gandaki and climbing steeply up a rocky gully we reach Tselle.
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Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner
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Guesthouse
Activities:

Flight to Jomsom
DAY 4 : TREK TO GELING (3500 METERS)
The climb continues along steep, treeless, waterless terrain, along the side of the spectacular steep canyon to a pass and cairn of rock. This trail is fascinating that has wonderful views of barren cliffs and wind path.After walking for few hours we reach to Samar village. After reaching the Samar Village trail descend into a large gorge, which the trail goes into another valley field, crosses a stream and climbs up to a ridge at 3800 meters. The route climbs over yet another pass, follows a ridge and then descends to Shyangmochen. From there we gently climb to a pass at 3770meters and descend to Geling Village. Overnight at Geling.
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Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner
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Guesthouse
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DAY 5 : TREK TO CHARANG (5 - 6 HOURS)
We will enjoy our breakfast in the lodge before start our journey to Charang. The trail Continues to dry trail we will reach Ghami where we will pass through one of the longest Buddhist mani walls of Nepal surrounded by beautiful Himalayas at Ghami. Continuing further will take us to village of Charang for overnight stay.
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Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner
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Guesthouse
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DAY 6 : LO MANTHANG (3840M, 5 HRS TREK).
After the breakfast, we will visit the monastery in Charang village before we commence our journey to Lo Manthang. The trail is spectacular together with various Himalayan peaks including Annapurna I, Nilgiri, Tilicho Peak and Bhrikuti. Upon reaching the capital of Mustang, you will get nice lodges to spend the day.
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Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner
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Guesthouse
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DAY 7 : EXPLORATION DAY AT LO MANTHANG
Lo Manthang is a spectacular village with beautiful monasteries and fascinating Tibetan culture. Take this day to explore the Lo Manthang the fullest. We will also visit the infamous cave of Chosar a little far from the capital.
Meal:

Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner
Accommodation:

Guesthouse
Activities:

Guided tour to Chosar cave
DAY 8 : DRIVE TO JOMSOM
Today after breakfast at Lo-Manthang we take a jeep and ride back to Jomsom. It will be our final day before we depart for Pokhara.
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Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner
Accommodation:

Hotel
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DAY 9 : FLIGHT TO POKHARA; FLIGHT TO KATHMANDU
Early morning, having a breakfast we take a flight towards the Pokhara. Again from Pokhara, we take a connecting flight to come back to Kathmandu. We stay at the same hotel in Kathmandu.
Meal:

Breakfast
Accommodation:

Hotel
Activities:

Shopping

sightseeing
DAY 10 : DEPARTURE
All good things must come to an end. Today is the day that we all must bid farewell and head our separate ways. Although we know you won’t miss the dust, squat toilets, or long hours of walking uphill, we are certain that you’ll shed a few tears as you say goodbye to the group, the guides, and remember all the great times you had on your trip. We’ll arrange a farewell lunch (depending on your flight schedule) to make it official and will escort you to the airport to ensure an easy departure.
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Breakfast
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Activities:

Airport Departure Service
Detail Inclusions
Detail Inclusions
- Airport transfers with an escort by Private Vehicle
- Standard/deluxe rooms in Kathmandu on twin/double sharing with breakfast and dinner
- Guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu along with entrance fees and a professional guide
- Accommodation during trek (or camping in case of need)
- All meals (Breakfast, lunch, dinner) during the trek
- Authorized English speaking guide along with Porters (3:1) for the trek
- Equipment clothing for porters including their insurance
- All applicable government tax
- All expenses for all staff –meals, accommodation, salary, equipment, insurance, transportation
- All necessary paperwork and Annapurna Circuit Trekking Permit, Trekkers' Information Management System fees (TIMS)
- Medical kit (carried by your trek leader)
Complimentary
Complimentary
- Get-to-know (welcome) and farewell dinner in Kathmandu
- Map of Upper Mustang
- Souvenir from Nepal
- Sim service
- Photos and videos of the trip
- Certificate of appreciation
Exclusions
Exclusions
International flights; Nepalese visa fee

Excess baggage charge(s) for the domestic flight

Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara because of early arrival, late departure, early return from mountain due to any reason other than the scheduled itinerary

Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu

Travel and rescue insurance

Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc.)

Tips for guide(s), porter(s) and driver(s)

FAQS

1. Will somebody come to pick me up at the airport upon arrival ?

Yes, our representative will be there to greet you at the airport. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel by a private car/jeep.
2. Is there an Orientation program ?

Yes, there is going to be a small orientation/briefing program before we embark on our adventure by the tour manager, leader/guide.
3. What is the overnight accommodation like ?

For nights in cities, we use standard/superior standard/deluxe rooms whereas, during the trek, we use lodges/tea houses/guesthouses/home stay for our clients, and whatever is available and accessible. We also arrange sleeping bags for our clients, on their request.
4. How big are the groups ?

We believe in operating small intimate group to provide personal attention and services to our guests. Small groups can enjoy the trek hassle free and enjoy the customized trip according to their need and suitability. We do not incorporate more than 14 People in a group, unless we get special requests from our clients.
5. Is this a popular trek ?

Upper Mustang is one of the most popular trekking routes in the world. Upper Mustang is a thrilling experience where you can explore ancient monasteries from the 14th century, Buddhist shrines, Tibetan culture, rustic villages and beautiful hospitable people of Mustang. It is little bit hard to do this trek so you will have to be physically and mentally fit and healthy to do this trek.
6. Is Travelling in Upper Mustang safe for women ?

Yes, Nepal can proudly boast as one of the safest countries in South Asia for women, you will find people very friendly and respectful especially towards women. Locals are very respectful and welcoming toward women and tourist in general and our guides will make sure you are comfortable and safe while trekking in remote areas.
7. What about security during trekking ?

We make sure to take security measures during trek to make your trip delightful. We hire experienced and license holding guides to safeguard your life in mountains. We suggest you to follow the guide’s instruction carefully and take responsibility for personal belongings. Always keep your valued belongings near you and lock the door from inside during the night.
8. What sort of food can I expect in trekking ?

Upper Mustang is trekking region and mostly we spend our night at Guesthouse. In Guesthouse, you can get pasta, noodles, bread, soup etc. Dal Bhat (Rice, Lentils and Vegetables) are great way to gain energy for the strenuous trek. As you trek higher, it’s better to avoid meat because non-vegetarian is heavy meals which may cause food poisoning so we avoid it.
9. Is the drinking water safe in trekking region ?

There are plenty of water stations on each stop on the route. You can easily fill up the bottle from the open taps. We recommend that you bring water purifier tablets with you or at least get it from Kathmandu before you depart for trekking. You can also buy mineral waters but we usually recommend tap water which is pure and it helps us not promoting plastic bottled water.
10. What mode of transportation do you use ?

We use private transportation for sightseeing inside the Kathmandu Valley and to drive towards Pokhara too. We also drop and pick up from the starting and ending point of trek on private car or Jeep depending on the number of travellers.
11. What is the best season for trekking in Upper Mustang ?

Spring season (March to June) and autumn season (September to December) are the best time to do this trek. Upper Mustang Trek can be done even in the mild monsoon.
12. Will I be taken care of during emergency ?

Before coming to Nepal, make sure that you are covered by insurance policy for the altitude of 5500 meters. In the case of an emergency like altitude sickness, dehydration or any medical conditions ask your tour leader/guide to contact us as soon as possible so that we can manage/arrange helicopter for the rescue. Then you will be transferred to hospital for the treatment.
13. What is appropriate dress for trekking ?

Trekking in Upper Mustang is a little bit hard and tiresome activity that requires a lot of physical movement. So, pack your active wears and trekking pants for at lower altitudes. Weather at high altitude is unpredictable so carry a light weight waterproof jacket along with thick down jacket, pant and thermal inner wear to escape severe cold. Needless to say, good shoe is very important for trekking in rough and snowy terrain. So invest on good quality shoes or rent it from us in a minimum price. As you are trekking in remote village, try to wear modest clothes to quickly gel up with the local people without hesitation.
14. Is it possible to alternate or change the day trips ?

We customize the trip according to your preference but if you need to change plan during the trek, consult the guide.
15. Are we sure to get room while trekking ?

We contact the lodge/guesthouse owner for reservation of the room before trekking on a particular day. On other days, porters reach the destination on advance and book the rooms for you. But there are always going to be exceptions but even in those cases, we may have to be flexible about very basic sleeping arrangements. We always try to make sure that we have everything well arranged.
16. Are your guides reliable and certified ?

All our guides are trekking experts holding license from Nepal Tourism Board, Nepal Government. They are the most valuable assets of the company. Guides know the trekking route like the back of their hand and use their expertise in ensuring your safety in the mountains.
17. How can I charge my electronics during the trip ?

While trekking in higher lands, you need to pay for charging the electronics upon request to the guesthouse owner. The best idea is to bring your own power bank with you. It is easier and cheaper.
18. Is there any communication while we are on trekking ?

In some villages, you can make local and international calls from telephone provided by the guesthouse owner after paying the price directly. Our guide is also provided with a mobile phone. In case of emergency, you can use his mobile and make a call.
19. Can I add extra days to my trekking trip ?

If you need extra day to complete the trekking, you'll need to inform the guide in advance and the guide will let the company know. Adding a day to trekking can result in many changes in other arrangements such as transportation, guide’s schedule, flight details, hotel bookings and all, so we really don't recommend this to our clients unless there is an emergency case. But it is true that those changes could be made but it will cost extra. The best way to do it is to inform the agent company about it.
20. What immunizations will I need ?

Before coming to Nepal, make sure you are covered for diphtheria & TB, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, malaria, typhoid, polio and tetanus. Make sure you are in best shape to complete the trekking without any complication.
21. How many hours do I have to trek each day ?

Usually, we have to walk about 7-9 hours a day. But it should not be taken as certain thing because the hours of walk depends on client’s speed. So it is really relative.
22. How will my booking be processed ?

To confirm your booking, a deposit of 15% of total trip amount is required if you are booking at least a year in advance before trip departure date. If booking is made between 100-364 days before the trip departure, you'll need to pay 20% to confirm the trip. If payment is made between 99-60 days, 25% of the total trip amount will need to be paid and if booked between 59-30 days, 50% of the total trip amount needs to be paid and finally, if you are booking 29 days prior to trip departure, then 100% payment should be made. The payments can be easily made by the bank transfer. The due balance is payable on arrival in Kathmandu with cash (preferably USD/EURO) or card on POS/credit card machine. Please note that non refundable fee is 10% or $200 whichever is greater.
23. Can we use the credit card during the trek ?

No, you cannot use the credit card during the trek. You have to withdraw the money before you start the trek. You can use credit card only in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
24. Do we need to carry our bags by our self or you will provide porters ?

You have to carry your personal bags with water bottle and medicines and remaining bags will be carried by porters to make you easy to trek. The weight limit for porters is 15 KG.

Optional Activities

Mountain Flight

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Mountain Flight

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