Upper Mustang's charm is beyond comprehension, with its
rocky highland, Small River, golden terrain, and stunning Himalayan range
dropping surrounding the valley. Except for a few exceptions, the kingdom
remained restricted to foreigners until 1992.
Upper Mustang Trek provides
amazing vistas and colorful barren hills with intriguing mythology in the
ancient kingdom of
Lo Manthang – Nepal's trans-Himalayan town.
Geographically, Upper Mustang is the ideal location for
viewing the Tibetan plateau and culture; so, visiting Upper Mustang feels like
visiting Tibet. The dangerous routes bent by hand into sheer cliffs, unspoiled
landscape, stunning vistas of whitewashed communities, snow-capped summits, and
hinterland endowed with deep gorges, and fantastic 16th-century monasteries are
the hikes' main features.
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS:
-The Upper Mustang hike, also known as Lo-Mustang, takes
you into the secret realm of Mustang's historic Buddhist monarchy.
-Explore the Himalayan rain shadow region and a dry zone
akin to the Tibetan Plateau.
-Experience the one-of-a-kindness of rocky pathways, the Mysteries of Sky Caves, and a treeless environment.
-Beautiful Monasteries; Luri Gompa, Ghar Gompa, and many
others were erected in the 15th century.
-The Tiji Festival is a worldwide prayer for peace.
Trip Facts
-Trekking days - 15 days (Kathmandu to Kathmandu)
-Transportation - Flights and drive
-Trek start/end - Jomsom to Jomsom
-Elevation - Lo manthang 3820m
-The difficulty level - Moderate
-Accommodation - Tea house
Trip Itinerary
Day 1, Arrival in Kathmandu
(1,335m) transfer to hotel, Briefing about Upper Mustang trekking with official
arrangements.
Day 2, After breakfast,
Sightseeing around Kathmandu valleys such as Pashupatinath, Boudhanath,
Swoyambhunath (Monkey temple), and Kathmandu Durbar Square. After that prepare
for the Upper Mustang trekking because this day is required to make an Upper
Mustang special trekking permit with your original passport.
Day 3, Drive from Kathmandu to
Pokhara and transfer to the hotel.
Day 4, Flight from Pokhara to
Jomsom (2,720m), trek to Kagbeni (2,810m).
Day 5, Trek to Tsaile (3,050m).
Day 6, Trek to Gelling
(3,500m).
Day 7, Trek to Tsarang
(3,620m).
Day 8, Trek to Lo Manthang
(3,840m).
Day 9, Rest day visit around
Mustang royal palace, visit old and historical Monasteries if you interested
drive to Choser.
Day 10, Trek back to Ghami
(3,590m).
Day 11, Trek back to Samar
(3,356m).
Day 12, Trek back to Kagbeni
(2,810m).
Day 13, Trek back to Jomsom
(2,720m).
Day 14, Flight from Jomsom to
Pokhara transfer to hotel.
Day 15, Drive from Pokhara to
Kathmandu by tourist bus transfer to hotel.
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