Mustang Trekking (Lodge Trekking)

Days21

RegionAnnapurna

DifficultyMedium

Max. Altitude4200 m

Travel seasonApril bis Oktober

Departure Date	Vacant Places	Days	Price per Person
12 July 2024	8	21	CHF 3'940.00	Inquiry

Mustang Trekking (Lodge Trekking)

Mustang is a fascinating trekking region. Since the government of Nepal opened this solitary region in October 1991, it is possible to travel to Mustang. To protect the nature and preserve the unique culture of the locals only a limited number of tourists are allowed to travel in the upper Mustang. Therefor you need a special trekking permit. If you are on tour you will have a magnificent view on the Nilgiri, the Annapurna, the Dhaulagiri and many other high mountains. This trip allows you to see a part of Nepal where the mass tourism has not found its way yet. The bleak plateau is mostly inhabited by people with Tibetan routs. On your way you will come across the Buddhist lifestyle and traditions. Monasteries, Stupas and praying walls line the way.

1. Day - Departure Europe

2. Day - Arrival Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel

3. Day - Sightseeing Kathmandu

4. Day - Flight to Pokhara

After the arrival you will visit the Fewa lake. Also there will be dinner with cultural dance.

5. Day - Flight to Jomsom (2850 MASL)

If the weather is good you are going to fly early in the morning to Jomsom. As soon as the crew is ready, the hike starts to Kagbeni (2880 MASL). Kagbeni offers fascinating culture. Upon your arrival you will walk around for sightseeing and you are going to obtain an introduction in the Buddhism in a monastery.

6. Day - Kagbeni – Chele (3050 MASL)

Today is the first day of your Mustang trekking tour. The hike leads along the river Kaligandaki. As soon as you have reached Chhusang you will hike on the right side of the river. Almost in Chele you are going to cross the Kaligandaki. While being on the bridge you will see that the river flows underneath the rock.

7. Day Chele – Syangmochen (3820 MASL)

From Chele to Samar the path is quiet steep over stony terrain. After you have reached Samar the hike continues through alpine forest up to Syangmochen.

8. Day Syangmochen – Ghemi (3520 MASL)

The hike takes you via Gheling and Nyi La to Ghemi. From Nyi La you will be able to enjoy a nice view on the Annapurna and Mustang valley.

9. Day Ghemi – Marang (3850 MASL)

After breakfast the hike continues via Dharmar, Mui-la and Lo Gekar to Marang. You will have the possibility to attend in an evening ceremony. The Gompa is the oldest monastery of Nepal.

10. Day - Marang – Lo Manthang (3800 MASL)

Via Marang La you will reach today’s destination Lo Manthang. This is the main town of the Mustang and is located at Kaligandaki tributary.

11. Day - Lo Manthang (3800 MASL)

Today you will be accompanied through Lo Manthang and the surrounding. The rest of the day is at your own disposal. If you like you can make a trip to the cave monastery near Ghom.

12. Day - Lo Mangthang – Charang (3560 MASL)

Today you will start hiking back via Lo-La, to Charang.

13. Day - Charang – Syangmoche (3800 MASL)

Just before we reach Ghemi there is the longest Buddhist Mani stonewall. It is about 400 meters long. On the right hand side you will see fascinating red canyons.

14. Day - Syangmochen – Chhusang (2980 MASL)

Today you are going to hike via Samar and Chele the same way than you came to Chhusang.

15. Day - Chhusang – Muktinath (3800 MASL)

Today you will hike via Tetang and Gyu La, to Muktinath. Muktinath is one of the most important places of pilgrimage for Buddhists and for Hindus.

16. Day - Muktinath – Jomsom (250 MASL)

Today the trekking ends and you will reach Jomsom. The carriers and the kitchen team will there say goodbye.

17. Day - Jomsom – Pokhara

Flight back to Pokhara. Sightseeing and time at your own disposal.

18. Day - Pokhara

Spare Day, if the flight to or from Jomsom is not able to take place as planned due to bad weather situation. Otherwise the day will be at your own disposal.

19. Day Drive to Kathmandu with a small bus

20. Day - Kathmandu

Day at your own disposal.

21. Day - Deepature from Kathmandu
Flexible daily routine

The daily routines described must be considered somewhat flexible, as they are adapted to local conditions (weather, new paths, etc.) as well as to your constitution. Your guide will plan and discuss the next day with you in the evening.

Monsun Kathmandu - Pokhara

Since the monsoon is still the weather in this time, it can rain more often in Kathmandu and Pokhara. Temperatures range from 25 to 30 degrees. From Jomsom to Lo-Mangthang the climate is dry, but there can also be rain there. From lunchtime a strong wind can be expected.
Include
- Flight to Kathmandu and back
- Hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast
- Flight Kathmandu -Pokhara - Jomsom - Pokhara - Kathmandu
- Pick up and Drop service
- Kathmandu sightseeing
- 3 times Meals and Accommodations during the Trek
- Trekking Guide (Sirdar)
- Porters
- Trekking permit.
- Trekking insurance for trekking Crew
- Trekking bag of Himalaya Trekking
Exclude
- Tips
- Meals in Kathmandu
- All Drinks
- Travel Insurance
Requirements

You will find the level of difficulty and the type of accommodation of each journey in the program.

Equipment

You are going to get an equipment list as recommendation together with your travel documents. The equipment for a tent trekking (tent, mattresses etc.) will be organized locally.

Luggage

You are allowed to check in 20 kg as well as you can take 5 kg of hand luggage with you. If you would like to travel with a trolley case, we kindly ask you to take an additional big backpack with you. Luggage which you do not need while trekking can be deposit for free in Kathmandu.

Entry

For the entry to Nepal you need a passport which is valid further than 6 month after your departure date. You will receive your visa upon your arrival at the airport in Kathmandu. You will be told about the visa expenses while booking, since the fee changes from time to time.

Health

Himalaya Trekking suggests seeing your doctor or a tropical doctor as early as possible so you will be informed about current provisions regarding injections. Pharmacy or a doctor will help you regarding your personal trip first aid travel kit.

Group size

Himalaya Trekking guarantees for every tour. We do not have any minimum size for a group, but we do have a maximum of 12 persons per tour.

Tour program

The daily program should be seen as very flexible since we have to consider the local circumstances as well as your physical condition. Your guide will plan with you every evening the next day.

Travel documents

You are going to receive the detailed travel documents with general information as well as your flight tickets 2 to 3 weeks before departure.

Tipping

The tip for the local guides and carrier are not included in the travel costs. It is common to tip them for a good performance.

Accommodation and meals

The overnight stays in Kathmandu and Pokhara will be in a middle class hotel. The restaurants can be chosen individually, as lunch and dinner are not included in the travel costs.

During a lodge trekking the hike will be trough village to village. You will stay overnight in a basic hostel and you are going to have your meals there or in a restaurant on the way. During the camp trekking you are going to stay in one man or two-person tents and all the meals will be provided by private cook.

Insurance

Himalaya Trekking recommends having travel insurance as well as a cancellation protection. We also recommend having a copy of your police with you.

Climate

The weather in Nepal is nice. The summer is together with the monsoon season from June to October, the rest of the year is dry. There is mild climate in the Kathmandu valley, during the summer time around 20-30°C and in the winter time around 0-15°C.

Please consider the climate for your travelling plans, since the county covers a height form 75 MASL to 8848 MASL. Therefor the climate changes and if you are in the wrong place to the wrong time you will probably not see the Himalaya. However there still is a suited journey for every time period!
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Departure Date Vacant Places Days Price per Person

12 July 2024 8 21 CHF 3'940.00 Inquiry