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Upper Mustang & Damodar Kunda Trek

Upper Mustang (3840m) was once part of Ngari, a name for far western Tibet. Ngari was not a true political entity, but rather a loose collection of feudal domains that also included parts of Dolpo. By the 14th Century, much of Ngari, as well as most of what today is western Nepal, was part of the Malla empire governed from the capital at Sinja, near Jumla.Mustang is an ancient Himalayan Kingdom, the former Kingdom of Lo which lies in the north-east of Nepal and bordering with China. It is roughly 80 km long (north-south) and 45 km at its widest. Mustang is also known as a “Tibet outside the Tibetan border” and hence it fosters the original Tibetan culture, although it is now politically part of Nepal.

Upper Mustang consists of two distinct regions: the southern part and the northern where language, culture and traditions are alike to those of the Tibetan people. This area is considered as one of the most interesting and picturesque places in Nepal. Nepal is a land of Festivals, also are the living part of their rich cultural heritage. Most Nepalese festivals are related to different Hindu and Buddhist gods and goddesses and they are celebrated on such days consecrated for them by religion and tradition. Some of the festivals are of national significance while still others are celebrated only within one or two villages or cities.


Trekking Highlights

Duration of Trip:  16 Days
Trekking Days: 10 Days inside & 3 days outside
Type of Trek: Tented camp inside restricted area
Max. Altitude: 4,000m
Grade of Trek:  Fairly challenging- moderate
Main Attraction:  Lo Manthang

 

Itinerary of Upper Mustang Trek

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu/ Nepal/ transfer to hotel
Day 02: Full day guided sightseeing-visit Nepal’s main sightseeing spots
Day 03: Dive to Pokhara or fly and stay at hotel, rest or personal activities
Day 04: Fly to Jomsom (2720m), drive to Kagbeni (2800m) and overnight at tented camp
Day 05: Trek Kagbeni (2800m) to Chaile (Tsaile 3030m) and overnight at tented camp
Day 06: Trek Chaile (Tsaile 3030m) to Geling (3440m) and overnight at tented camp     
Day 07: Trek Geling (3440m) to Charang or Tsarang (3490m) and overnight at tented camp
Day 08: Trek Tsarang (3560m) to Lo Manthang (3730m) and overnight at tented camp 
Day 09: Explore around Lo Manthang (3730m) and overnight at tented camp
Day 10: Explore around Lo Manthang (3730m) and overnight at tented camp.  
Day 11: Trek Lo Manthang (3730) to Ghami (3460m) and overnight at tented camp.  
Day 12: Trek Ghami (3460m) to Samar (3290m) and overnight at tented camp
Day 13: Trek Samar (3290m) to Kagbeni (2800m) and overnight at tented camp
Day 14: Trek Kagbeni (2800m) to Jomsom (2720m) or drive and overnight at Lodge.  
Day 15: Fly back Jomsom to Pokhara and transfer to hotel, afternoon personal activities rest/shopping/sightseeing etc  
Day 16: Fly or Drive back to Kathmandu or join onward program from next day 

Optional Trek Package - Upper Mustang – Damodar Kunda Trek

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu/ Nepal/ transfer to hotel
Day 02: Fly to Pokhara O/N Hotel (35 min)
Day 03: Fly to Jomsom meet staff crow and drive to Kagbeni -1 hour approx.-camping
Day 04: Trek to Chele 3200m – 5:30 hours approx. - Camping
Day 05: Trek to Gilling - 3500m. – 5 to 6 hours approx. - camping
Day 06: Trek to Tsarang 3650m. Or Drakmar 5 to 6 hours approx - Camping
Day 07: Trek to Lo Manthang 3800m. – 5 to 6 hours approx- Camping
Day 08: Explore Around Lo Manthang - 1) Thingkar and Namgyal Gompa, -Camping
Day 09: Explore Around Lo Manthang 2) Chosar - Camping
Day 10: Trek to Dri/Yara - 6 hours approx. Camping
Day 11: Trek to Bas Khola – 5 to 6 hours approx. Camping
Day 13: Trek to Damodar Kund (lake) 4890m. – 5 to 6 hours approx. - Camping
Day 14: Trek to Ghechung Khola – 5 to 6 hours approx. Camping
Day 15: Trek to Tange - 5 hours approx. Camping
Day 16: Trek to Tetang - 5.5 hours approx. Camping
Day 17: Trek to Muktinath 3800m. - 6 hours approx. Camp
Day 18: Drive to Jomsom.-via Jharkot 2 hours approx.O/N Hotel or camping
Day 19: Fly Pokhara and after continue flight connection to Kathmandy & O/N Hotel
Day 20: Final departure of or onward destinationn

Damodar Kund is a holy site for Hindus and Buddhists alike, and is the home of a big festival during the August full moon. From Damodar Kund, we will be treated to magnificent views of the Annapurna Massif and Damodar Himal.

 

Cost Includes

  • Airport pick up and drop upon arrival and departure 
  • One day sightseeing tour in Kathmandu
  • In trekking- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner -3 meals per day and overnight accommodation tented camp
  • Transportation- flight to/from trek starting & ending point (KTM-Pokhara-Jomsom and Jomsom-Pokhara—Kathmandu)
  • Necessary trekking restricted area permit, conservation and TIMS fee.
  • Trained trekking guide and porter, necessary insurance, and accommodation meals allowance and salary
  • 2- Nights hotel in Kathmandu and 2-nights in Pokhara (BB Basis)
  • Comprehensive first aid box for the trekking.

Cost Excludes

  • Extra day hotel stay in Kathmandu and Pokhara 
  • Foods self lunch & dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
  •  Personal expenses-laundry, telephone, alcoholic beverages, bottled drinks (including cold drinks and mineral/hot water), tips for guide, kitchen team & porter etc. 
  • Personal travel insurance and emergency evacuation cost.
  • Extra cost for if in case trek effected by natural calamities
  • Personal trekking equipments for the trek.

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