Mustang "The Forbidden
Kingdom" situated north of Himalayas and jutting
up onto the Tibetan Plateau, the region of Mustang has
more in common culturally and geographically with Tibet
then it does with the rest of Nepal...[more]
Option 01
Day 1 : Kathmandu - Pokhara
Drive to Pokhara (200km), approximately 7 hours away
by tourist bus. We will see good scenery of countryside
while driving. We will be arriving late afternoon at
Pokhara around 2:00 o'clock. Pokhara is an enchanting
Himalayan Valley of remarkable beauty. We can explore
its scenic land on bicycle/on foot or as your own like
boating in Fewa Lake over looking the region of Annapurna
Himalayan ranges. In the evening prepare for the trek.
O/N in Pokhara.
DAY 2 : Pokhara - jomsom - Kagbeni
Today fly to Jomsom (20 minutes) the district headquarters
of Mustang district and we start walking up to Kagbeni.
An easy and lovely day walking along the riverside to
Kagbeni just 3 hours. The spectacular views of Nilgiri,
Dhaulagiri, Tukuche peak and Dhampus peak will make
you buy some extra rolls of film. Kagbeni is the most
interesting typical Tibetan village and the entry point
of the upper Mustang for overnight stop.
Day 3: kagbeni - Chele
The trail leads up toward the east bank of the Kaligandaki
climbing over many ridges as it heads north and reaches
Tangbe village. The town is a labyrinth of narrow alleys
amongst white washed house, fields of buckwheat, barley,
wheat and apple orchards. The Nilgiri peak, dominates
the soughern skyline of Kagbeni, will be enjoyed all
the way by different shapes. Beyond Tangbe we reach
Chhusang village in about ½ hrs trek and crosses
the river and continues north climbing up to a huge
red chunk of conglomerate that has fallen from the cliff
above, forming a tunnel through which the Kaligandaki
follows. The trek now leaves the Kali Gandaki valley
and climbs steeply up a rocky gully to Chaile at 3030
m. From here the culture changes from the Manangi culture
to the Tibetan culture of Lo.
Day 4: Chele- Geling
The climb continues along step, treeless, waterless
terrain, along the side of the spectacular steep canyon
to pass and cairn of rock at 3540m. Then the trail makes
a long gradual descent to some chortens on a ridge,
then descends further on a pleasant trail to Samar.
The Annapurna, still dominated by Nilgiri, is visible
far to the south. Climb above Samar to a ridge, then
descend into a large gorge and the trail goes into another
valley field, crosses a stream and climbs up to a ridge
at 3800m. The route climbs over yet another pass, follows
a ridge and then descends to Shyangmochen. From there
gently climb to a pass at 3770m and descend to Geling.
Day 5: Geling DE Charang
From Geling, the trail climbs gently to the interesting
pass on our trek NYILA and descends below the blue,
gray and red cliffs. After crossing a steel bridge of
the Tangmar chu (river) we will arrive to a MANI WALL
perhaps the longest and most spectacular stretch and
main wall in Nepal. Climbing over another pass at 3600m
the route makes a long gentle descent to Charang. The
huge five history white Dzong and red Gompa is an interesting
visit to observe collections of statues and Thankas
as well as many large paintings of seated Buddha's.
Day 6: Charang DE Lo Manthang
The trail descends about 100 meters down from Charang,
crosses the Charang- Chu and climbs steeply up a rocky
trail to a cairn on a ridge and continues to climb.
Finally from a ridge at 3850m. there is a view of the
walled city of LO. After a short descent, cross a stream
then climb up into the plateau of Lo- Manthang.
Day 7-8-9: Lo Manthang
There are four major places and several other places
like the Tall champa Lakhang "God house the red
Thugchen Gompa, Chyodi Gompa and the Entrance Hal which
are the main attraction of this town. An another attraction
is the four- story building of the Raja's palace as
well as the surrounding panoramic views of the Himalaya.
Having seen one, you are exciting to see the others.
Besides Lo Manthang there are two other interesting
valley worth visiting. The western valley Tingkhar,
the sight of Raja's summer palace, Kimling and Phuwa
as active Gompa in Lo. The eastern valley contains Chosar,
the site of a high School, Garphu and Nyphu Gompa and
is the main trading route to Lhasa. If we have enough
time we can hike surrounded green hills from were we
can easily get views of Tibet and Mt. Kailas.
Day 10 : Lo Manthang - Ghami via Gekar
This is an opportunity to visit two other villages on
our return trek. The trail climbs steadily to the pass
marked by a cairn, offering a last glimpse of Lo Manthang.
The descends across to the south through two more valleys
and across a ridge at 4070m then descends across to
the sough through two more valleys, meadows and a stream.
The trail then makes along rocky descent to Gekar. Lo
Gekar Gompa is older then Samye Gompa in Tebet and one
of the oldest Gompa in Nepal. Then crosses a ridge after
a little climbing and drops down steeply to Thamar village.
The trail descends along the side of the stone walls
and fields of extensive villages, then climbs to a ridge.
It is a short descent to Ghami.
Day 11 : Ghami Samar
From Ghami climb to NYI LA and descend to Samar through
the same route.
Day 12 : Samar - kagbeni
Return trek to Kagbeni.
Day 13 : Kagbeni - Jomsom
Three hours walking back along the bank ob Kali Gandaki
River.
Day 14 : Jomsom - Pokhara
Fly back to Pokhara in the morning. It takes about 19
minutes. O/N in Pokhara.
Day 15 : Pokhara - Kathmandu Drive back to Kathmandu.
O/N in Kathmandu.
Day 16 : worm departure or rest programs
Option 02
Day 1 Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 2 Guided tour of the city sights and scenes of Kathmandu.
Day 3 7 hours drive to Pokhara
Day 4 Drive to Nayapul and commence trek Birethanti
Day 5 Trek to Ghorepani
Day 6 Trek to Tatopani
Day 7 Trek to Lete
Day 8 Trek to Marpha
Day 9 Trek to Kagbeni
Day 10 Trek to Chusang
Day 11 Trek to Geling
Day 12-16 Trek to Tsarang
Day 17 Trek to Lo Manthang
Day 18-19 Lo Manang, the ancient capital.
Day 20 Trek to Tsarang
Day 21 Trek to Geling
Day 22 Trek to Tsele
Day 23 Trek to Kagbeni,
Day 24 Trek to Jomsom
Day 25 Morning flight to Pokhara trek concludes.
Cost Inclusions in Tea
House & Tented Camp
• Airport transfers, welcome upon arrival and
departure after completion of trips.
• Welcome dinner classic Nepali cousin place and
farewell dinner
• Comfortable, private transportation as per itinerary
• Quality accommodation on lodge or tent as per
itinerary
• 4 Star accommodations in Kathmandu with B/B
Plan
• western standard down jacket and sleeping bag
for trek
• All meals and hot drinks on activity
• 1 government license Holder Trekking guide English
Speaking as per itinerary
• One porter, each two member as per itinerary
• Trekking /climbing equipment for porters and
guides
• Experienced and friendly trekking staffs
• Staffs insurance, well paid salary, high altitudes
equipments, foods and accommodations
• All permits such as National park, Trekking
Permit, ACAP, as per itinerary
• Rescue Arrangements off course not the rescue
bills please!
• All necessary camping gear such as High quality
tents, mattress, kitchen equipments, dinning table &
chair etc
• Medical Kit Bag on every trip
• 10 % VAT and 3% TSC Taxes
Cost Exclusions in Tea
House & Tented Camp
• International airfare to/from home city and
international Airport departure taxes
• Domestic flights & domestic airport taxes
as per itinerary
• Excess baggage charges
• Food and Accommodation while you are off the
trip.
• Sightseeing and entrance fees Temple & monastery
as per itinerary
• Climbing permits as per itinerary.
• Nepal entry visa costs (~$30.00) and visa extension
fees (three days transit visa you will get free upon
arrival)
• Travel, trek and expedition medical and evacuation
insurance
• Emergency evacuation charges, if required
• Personal expenses (e.g. phone calls, laundry,
alcohol, soft drinks, bottled water, souvenirs, etc.)
• Tips must be required for the staffs because
this is the sign of the guest happiness at the end of
the trip. It has been establish a custom say "Baksis"
us$ per day for porter, us$ per day for Sherpa and cook,
us$ per day for guide (collect between all the participants
and reward each staffs through your hand directly)
• Any loss due to unforeseen circumstances such
as flight delays, road blockage due to landslide, etc
the over come expenses need to take care trekkers themselves.
Items you should have for Normal treks:
• Good walking boots- well broken in. Remember
it is not a day walk.
• A rucksack and a day bag.
• Sun hat and sun block - very important to protect
against sunburn, Sunglasses.
• Scarf and gloves - it can get very cold out
of the sun.
• Iodine or purification tablets - for purifying
water (bottled water is expensive and bad for the environment).
• Map and compass.
• Torch-light
• Basic first aid kit - including headache tablets.
• Camera with sufficient film. Sleeping bag &
jacket.
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