Upper Mustang Trek-16 Days

Upper Mustang Trek is one of the subliminal treks into Trans-Himalayan mountain region. The area extended from a deserted region, Kagbeni to Lo Manthang in the Tibetan south border is known as Upper Mustang. The Upper Mustang area is nestled at the rainshadow of majestic Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Himalayan ranges. Witnessing the cliff-hanging caves that were cemetery under death ritual practice will provide amazing experience and curiosity. The journey to Upper Mustang will be an ideal trek for those who are interested in the ancient kingdom of Lo Manthang and it's surroundings. 

This trekking trail covers several wonderful places, such as Jomsom, Kagbeni and Lo Manthang. Moreover, the trek offers stupendous views of Nilgiri, Dhaulagiri and Annapurna peaks. Passing through high peaks, treeless barren landscapes and terraced farmland also make this trek memorable. The Upper Mustang region is also one of the restricted areas of Nepal and a special immigration permit is required to enter this area. Every year the only fixed number of foreigners are allowed to enter this area and that makes the region still a virgin and keet the cultures, lifestyles and heritages alive till date. The region lies in Dhaulagiri and Annapurna rainshadow area so June / July / August is the best months to visit these areas.

The trek begins from Pokhara with a 20min scenic flight to Jomsom then the trail follows the Kali Gandaki River valley to the ancient village of Kagbeni, entrance to Upper Mustang. It then ascends along and above the rivers and ridges carved by the Kali Gandaki’s many side tributaries, and includes five passes up to 4,325m/14,190ft. A road has recently been pushed through the region from Tibet by the Chinese. The road is little used at present with dust and noise causing minimal disturbance to trekkers.

Trip Highlights

• UNESCO World Heritages of Kathmandu Valley
• Scenic drive to Pokhara with along mesmerizing views of Trisuli River
• Wonderful flight from Pokhara to Jomsom via Dhaulagiri and Annapurna ranges
• Diverse Culture and lifestyles of inhabitants of Mustang
• Kingdom of Lo Manthang

Additional Information

We tried to consign almost all the required information. However, you might have some confusion regarding the time, cost, and some technical support. So to have further discussion and information about the trip please contact us at  [email protected] and feel free to ring +977-9851116042 and talk to us directly. Amazing Nepal will be waiting for your call eagerly.

Service Included: 

• All airport transfers
• Tourist Standard Hotel in Kathmandu for 3 nights with breakfast 
• Tourist Standard Hotel in Pokhara for 2 nights with breakfast
• Welcome and Farewell dinner 
• Guided city tour in Kathmandu
• All ground transport by private Car/Jeep and Tourist bus as per itinerary
• Pokhara-Jomsom-Pokhara flight
• All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (Upper Mustang Restricted Area Special Permit, Conservation Area permit and TIMS)
• An experienced English-speaking Govt. registered trekking guide and local porters to carry luggage (2 trekkers: 1 porter)
• Full meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) followed by a cup of Tea/Coffee during the trek  
• Iodine/Chlorine treated Safe Drinking water 
• All mountain accommodation (2 nights private room with independent bathroom/hot showers and remaining Soft, comfortable, twin sharing room with shared toilet)
• A comprehensive medical kit
• All government and local taxes 
• Trekking equipment such as down-filled sleeping bag and duffel bag
• Souvenir: Mustang Route map and Amazing Nepal T-Shirt

Service not Included:

• Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara except for welcome and farewell dinner
• Monument entrance fees 
• Deserts (cakes, bakes, and pies)s 
• Additional Hot Drinks 
• Bottled drinks 
• Boiled/mineral water 
• Electronic device re-charge
• Hot shower 
• Wi-Fi 
• Personal expenses
• Travel insurance and evacuation insurance (strongly recommended)
• Tipping to driver and trekking crew

Accommodations and Meals:

You will be provided a room in a tourist standard hotel, while you are in Kathmandu and Pokhara. During your trekking, you will be provided room in teahouses. Please be informed that you will be sharing the room at teahouses. Please also note that the Mustang Area is located at far from the maddening crowd, therefore, teahouses may not be as much sophisticated as one finds them in town.

We will provide only breakfast while you are in Kathmandu & Pokhara and three-course meals while you are on trek. This means you will be taking breakfast and dinner at teahouse you stay and lunch in the mid of your trekking. Since the Mustang Area is geographically a remote place, you will be provided only selected but hygienic and organic local foods such as Nepali dal bhat, Tibetan soup, and bread, porridge etc.

Is this trek appropriate for me?

We ensure Upper Mustang Trek is a moderate to strenuous trek. So, we confidently announce that it is appropriate for average trekkers, having a passion of loving to nature. It requires inspiration and passion which makes your trek successful. Your positive attitude and strong determination can obligatory to accomplish this trek. For making comfortable walking, adjusting to changing climate, our package manages the facility of acclimatization in needed place as well as 5-6 hours walking per day. If you have already accumulated hiking and jugging experiences that will be beneficial to adjust with the situation; although if you do not have that is not a big problem. However, Amazing Nepal Trek & Expedition cordially request to have medical checking before you plan to start any trekking and hiking.

Briefing of the Tour:

You will be briefed about the trek, you will be given information file, and importantly introduced with your guide.

Trekking Crews:

We will provide government registered, well-trained English Speaking guide, who holds enough knowledge about responsible tourism and eco-friendly tourism

We will also provide an assistant guide who is ready to help you with every situation.

We will provide a porter is provided to every two of you, and he will be carrying not more than 25kg.

We get our crews’ life get insured.

Certificate:

After the trek is over, you will be provided with ANTE adventure certificate.

Size of Group:

Trekking Group Size of our group can range from two people to ten people. In case you want to travel alone, do not hesitate to write to us. We will plan accordingly. In case, you more than ten people, please do let us know so that we can develop and improvise plans and itinerary.

Acclimatization:

Trekking to the Mustang is as much difficult as it is technical. We give special priority to its technical sides as well. For this, we have designed an itinerary to allow you get acclimatize naturally. We know the particular location you need to stay for rest, and the particular distance you need to walk slowly and so on. In case you get high altitude sickness, we have crews who know how to deal it effectively and smartly.

How to respond to Altitude Sickness?

• Please do carry first aid box
• Please consult your physician
• Please do keep on informing our crews if you feel uneasy
• Please do walk in the group so that you can help each other

Travel Insurance:

We would like to recommend you to get your trekking insured. Since you are trekking in probably one of the wildest and challenging routes, you need to be cautious of anything inevitable. You may need helicopter evacuation and get your trip canceled. You may get injured and get your baggage theft and so on.

Permits and fees:

The government local body charges some small amount of fee for every you make to the World heritage sites, Conservation areas, National Parks, and restricted areas along climbing. The price we charge includes all the fees.

Flight Delay in JOMSOM

Twin Otter and Dornier is the primary mode of transport from the airstrip at Jomsom. This service is fairly dependable. Sometimes, flights may be canceled due to mountain weather conditions or other technical problems. In such case, Amazing Nepal will organize the alternative available road transportation to ensure you are on schedule for your international flight.

The expense of the road transport will be managed from the reimbursement received from the flight ticket after the deduction of cancelation charge. So please note that there will be no refund of the flight from Jomsom to Pokhara if the alternative road transportation is consolidated.

If you want to book a trekking package with Amazing Nepal Trek and Expedition and still wondering about the essential equipment for your trekking journey, here we are more than happy to offer our checklist for your references. Please make necessary amendments to our checklist as per your need and convenience. For some case, if you couldn’t get any of these listed equipment/gears in your hometown or you’re in a rush before you fly to Kathmandu, don’t worry! The listed necessary items mentioned below can be easily purchased here.
Except for your day pack, all luggage will be carried by porters. A porter is available for two people who will carry maximum up to 25 kg. So, you have to be careful while packing your bag or luggage.
 
Moreover, there is an allowance of 15kg per person on domestic flights. Additional personal items are not needed for the trekking portion of the trip which can be kept in the hotel’s storage room without extra cost.

Below is the checklist of equipment that is required for the trek:
 
HEAD

• Buff headwear /neckwear
• Sun hat or scarf
• Light balaclava or warm fleece hat
• Sunglasses
• Head Torch

UPPER BODY

• Cotton T-shirts or Thermals
• Fleece jacket
• Waterproof/windproof jacket
• Down-filled jacket  (Your own Down Jacket is strongly recommended, but Amazing Nepal Trek also supply complimentary down jacket which is needed to be returned after the completion of the trek)

LOWER BODY

• Lightweight cotton pants (long)
• Waterproof Pants
• Thermal underwear

FEET

• Thin inner socks
• Thick and warm wool hiking socks
• Comfortable Hiking boots
• Sneakers /slippers

HANDS

• Gore-tex gloves

ACCESSORIES

• Sleeping bag rated to - 20°C (Your own sleeping bag strongly is recommended, but Amazing Nepal Trek also supply complimentary sleeping bags which is needed to be returned after the completion of the trek)
• Trekking bags/duffel bag (Amazing Nepal Trek will supply complimentary water and windproof duffel/kit bag, but one extra big duffel bag/suitcase is necessary for items that are left at the hotel in Kathmandu)
• Large plastic bags (For keeping items dry inside trek bag)
• Trekking poles (Optional, Recommended)
• Water bottle or camel bag
• Toiletries
• Towel
• Sewing Kit
• Insect repellent, sunscreen, and lip balm
• The first-aid kit; should contain lip salve, Aspirin, Band-Aids, anti-histamine, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea
• Re-hydration powder, extra prescription drugs you may be taking if any particular
• Wet wipes 
• Reading or writing material