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Upper Mustang Tea House Trek

Upper Mustang Tea House Trek

Overview And Highlights

Upper Mustang Tea House Trek is the trek to Lo-Mangthang (Upper Mustang trek). The trek to this region is to explore Tibetan villages in Nepalese border. These ancient Tibetan villages have unspoiled Buddhist culture. The region is also famous for medieval art in Buddhist monasteries. Upper Mustang, the capital of Lo-Mangthang is attractive for exploring beautiful Himalayan deserts in high altitude.

Lo Mangthang lies behind the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna mountains which are very near with Tibet, therefore, practices Tibetan culture and lifestyle. Lo Mangthang was opened to explore after 1992 where there are various specialties hidden as mysteries. The land is windy and barren extended Tibetan plateau which has rocky formations with eroded canyons.

Lo Mangthang (Upper Mustang) people are of Tibetan origin Bhotias and Loba communities. They follow Tibetan lifestyle and cultural practices. These people follow Sakyapa Buddhism which is Tibetan-rooted. They celebrate festivals based on religion; among them, Tiji Festival is the most important. The population of this region is more than 6000 in an area of 2600sq. km. which is still being ruled by a king locally. The houses and monasteries are made up of stone or sun-baked mud bricks. The monasteries have medieval looks with historical importance.

The Exploration Mustang Trek is interesting trekking to Mustang region along the Kali Gandaki River. The trail follows Kali Gandaki to the top of Lo Mangthang with different opportunities to explore ancient settlements of Kagbeni, passing through the world’s deepest river gorge in kali Gandaki River and to Tibetan untouched villages of Lo Mangthang. The region is not disturbed by modern world development as it has preserved its culture in art and traditions.

Exploration Mustang Trek is challenging trek to the high Himalayan desert. It offers different insights about the region such as historical, cultural and so on. Trekking in this region is worthwhile for those who want to gain knowledge through traveling and seeking adventure journey.

Outline Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive at Kathmandu airport 1345 m

Day 02: Sightseeing tour of Kathmandu valley, and trek preparation

Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (210 K m west of Kathmandu) - 8 Hours

Day 04: Fly from Pokhara to Jomsom (2743 m.) and 4 hrs trek to Kagbeni- 2804

Day 05: Trek from Kagbeni to Chuksang 2900 m - 6 Hours. Trek

Day 06: Trek from Chuksang to Samar 3150 m, 7 Hours Trek

Day 07: Trek from Samar to Geling 3510 m, 6 Hours Trek

Day 08: Trek from Geling to Ghami 3490 m - 5 Hours Trek

Day 09: Trek fram Ghami to Tsarang 3620 m - 5 Hours.

Day 10: Trek from Tsarang to Lo-Manthang Mustang 3730 m - 6 Hours

Day 11: Rest at Lo-Manthang to explore.

Day 12: Trek from Lo-Manthang to Ghami 3490 m - 7 Hours Trek

Day 13: Trek from Ghami to Chuksang 2900 m - 7 Hours Trek

Day 14: Trek from Chuksang to Kagbeni- 6 Hours.

Day 15: Trek from Kagbeni to Jomsom (2713m.)- 4 Hours.

Day 16: Early morning flight from Jomsom to Pokhara- 20 Minutes.

Day 17: Drive from Pokhara to Kathamndu 7 hrs Trek

Day 18: Transfer to international airport for your final flight departure.

Itinerary Expand All Close All

Arrive at Kathmandu airport 1345 m

Food
Dinner
Accomodation
Hotel
Elevation
1345

Sightseeing tour of Kathmandu valley, and trek preparation

Food
Breakfast
Accomodation
Hotel
Elevation
1345

 Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (210 K m west of Kathmandu) - 8 Hours

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Hotel
Elevation
810

 Fly from Pokhara to Jomsom (2743 m.) and 4 hrs trek to Kagbeni- 2804

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
2804

Trek from Kagbeni to Chuksang 2900 m - 6 Hours. Trek

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
2900

Trek from Chuksang to Samar 3150 m, 7 Hours Trek

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
3150

Trek from Samar to Geling 3510 m, 6 Hours Trek

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
3510

Trek from Geling to Ghami 3490 m - 5 Hours Trek

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
3490

Trek fram Ghami to Tsarang 3620 m - 5 Hours.

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
3620

Trek from Tsarang to Lo-Manthang Mustang 3730 m - 6 Hours

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
3730

Rest at Lo-Manthang to explore.

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
3730

Trek from Lo-Manthang to Ghami 3490 m - 7 Hours Trek

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
3490

Trek from Ghami to Chuksang 2900 m - 7 Hours Trek

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
2900

Trek from Chuksang to Kagbeni- 6 Hours.

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge

Trek from Kagbeni to Jomsom (2713m.)- 4 Hours.

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
2713

 Early morning flight from Jomsom to Pokhara- 20 Minutes.

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Hotel
Elevation
810

Drive from Pokhara to Kathamndu 7 hrs Trek

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Hotel
Elevation
1345

Transfer to international airport for your final flight departure.

Food
Breakfast

What Is Included ?

  • 3-star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara with breakfast
  • Teahouse accommodation during the trek
  • All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek
  • Welcome and farewell dinners
  • All ground transportation on a comfortable private vehicle as per the itinerary
  • Domestic flights (Pokhara-Jomsom-Pokhara)
  • Guided city tour in Kathmandu by private vehicle
  • Entrance fees for sightseeing/monument visits as per the itinerary
  • An experienced, English-speaking and government-licensed trek leader and assistant trek leader
  • Porter service
  • Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, domestic airfare, food and accommodation
  • sleeping bag and daffel bag  (to be returned after trip completion)
  • Nepal Unique Treks duffel bag, t-shirt and trekking map are yours to take
  • All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (National Park Permit, TIMS)
  • Medical kit (carried by your trek leader)
  • All government and local taxes

What Is Excluded?

  • Nepalese visa fee 
  • Excess baggage charge(s)
  • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara because of early arrival, late departure, early return from mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
  • Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara (and also in the case of early return from the mountain than the scheduled itinerary)
  • International flights
  • Travel and rescue insurance
  • Personal expenses (phone calls, internet, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottled or boiled water, shower, etc.)

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Trip Facts

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Accommodation:

Hotel. Lodge .Tea House

Height:

3850 m

Grade:

Adventures

Duration:

18 Days

Activity:

Trekking and Culture Tour

Transportation:

Flight. Privet Car

Treks Type:

Tea House

Best Season:

Spring, Monsoon and Autumn
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