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Group Discount Rates for this Trip *
| Number(s) of Pax | Price per person |
| 1 Person | USD 2,985 per person |
| 2 Persons | USD 2,315 per person |
| 3 to 5 Persons | USD 2,185 per person |
| 6 to 9 Persons | USD 2,140 per person |
| 10 to 13 Persons | USD 2,115 per person |
| More than 13 Persons | Please Contact Us for Special Price |
* You can select your number of pax when you book your trip.
Trip Overview
Upper Mustang Trekking is in the upper part of the Mustang district border with Dolpa district in the west and Tibet / China in the north. The main destination of the upper mustang trek is Lo Manthang, also popular as the walled city was the capital of upper Mustang while it was a separate kingdom. Upper Mustang opened for foreign trekkers in 1992 with a special permit of UDS 500 for the first ten days, but now the rules have been changed, and the special permit cost is USD 50 per day. Upper Mustang trekking is rich in Buddhist culture with a language and lifestyle quite similar to Tibetan. Now, the king of Lo Manthang did not have any power when Nepal became a federal democratic republic in 2008.
Upper Mustang Trekking costs start from USD 2,115 to USD 2,985 per person depending on the number of pax booked and service included in the trek. Winter is normally snow-covered in most places and the best time to go upper Mustang trek is from March to the end of November. Upper Mustang is perfect for adventure trekkers, highland bird watching, and probably the best place to see a demoiselle crane during migration time. Trekking and birding tours in upper Mustang are one of the best trek and tour plans. The Tiji festival is the most important festival in Upper Mustang. They celebrate every year in May. Similarly, very old monasteries, beautiful landscapes, and snow-capped mountains are another attraction of upper Mustang.
Below is our day to day Itinerary of the Upper Mustang Trek 17 Days.
Itineraries
Day 01
Arrival in Kathmandu 1370 meter
A representative from Guide for Nepal Pvt Ltd will heartedly welcome you at Tribhuvan International (TIA) airport, 1370 meters from sea level, at any time of your arrival and help you transfer to hotel in Thamel. Kathmandu is the capital city of Nepal, and it is normally busy during the day. It is about 15–25 minutes’ drive from the airport to Thamel. It depends on your arrival time and traffic. You might have a short time to visit some place in Kathmandu and make final preparations for the trip.
Day 02
Sightseeing in Kathmandu 1370 meter
Today is preparation for the Upper Mustang trek especially. We have to submit a Nepal visa with an original passport to the immigration office to get an upper mustang special permit. After breakfast, you can visit two popular places, BAUDHANATH STUPA and PASUPATINATH TEMPLE in Kathmandu and prepare for the trek.
Day 3
Kathmandu to Pokhara 820 meter
After breakfast in your hotel, you will start your journey to Pokhara 820 meters as per planned. It takes about 6–8 hours by tourist bus or private vehicle to reach Pokhara. It depends on road conditions and traffic. Even Kathmandu to Pokhara is just 200 km away by road. All the tourist buses leave at 7 am from nearby Thamel. Flights from Kathmandu to Pokhara take about 25 minutes and flights are available from 8:30 AM onwards the whole day by a few different domestic airlines. Pokhara is one of the most popular tourist places in Nepal. There are some nice places to visit in Pokhara if you have free time. Panoramic views of the Hole Annapurna Range, Fishtail, and Lamjung Himal are visible from your hotel at the lakeside.
Day 4
Pokhara - Jomsom - Kagbeni 2804 meter
Pokhata to Jomsom flights start in early morning every day due to strong wind blowing in the Jomsom valley from early afternoon. So, be ready at the mentioned time in your hotel, either eat a hot breakfast or take packing, depending on your flight time. Even though the airport is not far from the hotel, you have to be there one hour before flight time. The Pokhara to Jomsom flight is about 20 minutes. You will have a beautiful view of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges on this short flight. Jomsom airport is 2743 meters above sea level. We will meet our hiking staff in Jomsom and then start the trek to Kagbeni, following the Kaligandaki River valley for 10.6 km, taking roughly 3–4 hours. Kagbeni is 2804 meters above sea level.
Day 5
Kagbeni to Tsaile 3100 meter
After breakfast in the lodge, we had to show our mustang special trekking permit and Annapurna conservation receipt at the checkpoint, then enter the upper mustang, walking through the Kaligandaki River Valley all the way to Chhuksang, where we took to take a lunch break. From Chhuksang to Tsaile is just 1 hour’s trek, crossing the Kaligandak River. Kagbeni to Tsaile is approximately 15 km in trek distance and situated at 3100 meters from sea level. The total trek time from Kagbeni to Tsaile is about 5–6 hours.
Day 6
Tsaile to Ghiling 3570 meter
Tsaile to Ghiling is quite a tough and beautiful trek through Chungsi cave, ascending about 900 meters and descending a few hundred meters as well. Normally you will reach Syangbuchen late in the afternoon for a hot lunch and trek to Ghiling for another 1:30 hours. Ghiling village is 3570 tall at sea level and the distance from Chele to Ghiling is 18.4 km.
Day 7
Ghiling to Dhakmar 3820 meter
The trek starts gradually uphill from Ghiling all the way to Nyi La, passing 4010 meters and descending 490 meters to Ghami village 3520 meters. After the lunch break at Ghami, the trek starts uphill towards Dhakmar at 3820 meters. Ghiling to Dhakmar is 13.2 km in trekking distance and the average time is 6–7 hours.
Day 8
Dhakmar to Lo-Manthang 3810 meter
The trek starts in Dhakmar, walking uphill along a narrow path to the top of Mui La Pass 4170 meters, and trekking to ghar gumba 3950 meters. After Ghar Gumba, the trek continues towards Choku La, passing 4298 meters, then descends to Lo Manthang village, also popular as a walled city. Lo Manthang is situated at an altitude of 3810 meters above sea level. Dhakmar to Lo Manthang via Ghar Gumba and Cho Ku La Pass is 16 km. The hiking time from Dhakmar to Lo Manthang is 5–7 hours depending on walking peace ascending 478 meters and descending 488 meters.
Day 9
Exploration Day 3810 meter
There are a lot of interesting places to visit around Lo Manthang. Today’s program tried to cover the most important places by going to Choser cave, explore a few monasteries around before lunch and drive back to Lo Manthang for lunch and visit three important monasteries inside the walled city and look round if you have more time in the afternoon.
Day 10
Lo-Manthang to Yara village 3650 meter
Lo Manthang to Yara village, 3650 meters, is a 17 km trek via Dhi Gaun, which is the only option for a lunch break. After lunch at Dhi Gaun, cross the Kali Gandaki River and follow Pu Yung Khola up to Yara village 3650 meters. Lo Manthang to Yara village is a 6–7-hour trek, ascending and descending a few hundred meters.
Day 11
Yara village to Tange village 3240 meter
Yara to Tange is a 17.4 km hiking distance, walking some flat, some uphill and some downhill, crossing dheyi khola. Be ready for breakfast on time and start your trek as soon as possible to complete a long day's trek. Tange is situated at 3240 meters from sea level and Yara to Tange is a 6-8-hour trek.
Day 12
Tange to Chhusang 3040 meter
Tange to Chhusang is really the biggest day on the upper Mustang trek because there is nothing between Tange and the Chhusang hiking trail. Tange to Chhusang is approximately 23 km via hiking trail, roughly 8-10 hours trek, about 1000 meters ascent and 1200 meters descent to Chhusang 3040 meters. For the mentioned reasons, be ready early in the morning with proper equipment, a chocolate/energy bar, enough water and some packed lunch.
Day 13
Chhusang to Muktinath 3760 meter
Chhusang to Muktinath is 15 km via Giyu La pass. The trek from Chhusang is continuous uphill all the way to Giyu La, passing 4070 meters, then gradually downhill to Mktinath. Muktinath temple is situated at 3760 meters above sea level in Mustang district. Muktinath is a very important sacred place for both Hindus and Buddhists and also popular for tourists as well. You can visit Muktinath temple on the way or early tomorrow morning if you have enough time before starting the trek.
Day 14
Muktinath to Jomsom 2720 meter
There is a jeep and bus service from Mukthinath to Jomsom, 2720 meters. If you feel tired and bored, walk the last-day trek to Jomsom. You might need to pay yourself for this option if you use it. Muktinath to Jomsom is 21 km, descending almost 1100 meters, which normally takes 4–6 hours walking through the Kali Gandaki River valley. It is your last day of the upper mustang trek with your guide and porter. So, if you want, you can offer them dinner and a good celebration.
Day 15
Jomsom to Pokhara 820 meter
Jomsom to Pokhara flights operate from early morning because after 10 am it is quite strong windy each day. So, most of the flights are before 10 am. The Jomsom to Pokhara flight offers you magnificent views of the Annapurna range on your left side and Dhaulagiri range on your right side. The Jomsom to Pokhara flight is just 25 minutes and the whole afternoon is free to take a rest or explore the lakeside, Pokhara.
Day 16
Pokhara to Kathmandu 1370 meter
You can have breakfast as program and be ready to back to Kathmandu on time as per planned, drive 6–8 hours or fly 25 minutes.
Day 17
Back to home country
If your flight time is late afternoon or evening, you can visit some place in Kathmandu on your own or, if you need help, we can provide a guide and vehicle on an extra charge. Otherwise, be ready at the hotel on time as per your flight details to catch an international flight. A representative from Guide for Nepal Pvt Ltd will arrange transportation and drop you off at Tribhuvan International (TIA) airport and goodbye for this time wishing you a safe journey back home.
Cost Includes:
- Arrival & Departure Transport By private Car/Van /Bus as per group size.
- Three-night 3*** hotel in Kathmandu in twin share bed room with breakfast.
- Two-night 3*** hotel in Pokhara in twin share bed room with breakfast.
- Twin bed attached bath room and few night common toilet room in trek.
- Three meals, four cups of hot drinks during the trekking, (breakfast, lunch, dinner).
- Seasonal fresh fruits as dessert.
- Welcome drinks and farewell dinner.
- Kathmandu – Pokhara – Kathmandu by flight for client and guide.
- Pokhara - Jomsom - Pokhara flight for client and guide.
- Kathmandu - Jomsom - Kathmandu ground transportation for porter.
- Normal Accommodation in Tea House during the Trekking.
- Porter with Insurance. (01 Porter for 02 People).
- An English-Speaking Trekking Guide with Government Licensed Holder.
- Pick up and drop in domestic airport by private jeep/van/Bus as per group size.
- Very basic First Aid kit.
- Sleeping bag and company duffel bag during the trek.
- Upper mustang special trekking permit USD 50 per day
- Trekking permit (Annapurna Conservation fee). TIMS.
- Insurance for guide and porter.
- Accommodation, salary, food for guide and porter.
Cost Excludes:
- International Air fare.
- Nepal Visa fee.
- Extra activities in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
- Your personal expenses.
- Drinks, Dessert, bar bill and extra food in trekking.
- Hot shower, hot water, battery charge, WIFI.
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
- Hotel in Kathmandu / Pokhara and all other expenses if you come back earlier from trek.
- Hotel in Kathmandu / Pokhara and all other expenses if you stay longer than plan.
- All the expenses if you quit trip on half way.
- Your Travel Insurance and rescue for emergency case.
- Tipping for guide, porter and driver.
- All extra expenses as per unexpected situation (flight delay/cancelled, landslide, weather, strike).
- All the things which are not mentioned in included items.
Upper mustang trek is medium hard.
The highest altitude in upper mustang trek is 4298 meters.
Normally, 6-8 hours walk every day in trek?
Mostly twin bed room with common and attached toilet. But, there are different categories hotel at lo Manthang, Muktinath and Jomsom.
There is no snow all the time.
March to November is the best time to go upper mustang trek.
Upper Mustang trek is worth for view.
Useful Information:
- Read about area where you are trekking soon.
- Read about weather forecast.
- Read about culture, religion.
- Make sure are you physically fit for trek/tour.
- Double check all the trekking equipment before you start trek.
- Make sure all gadget is ready/full charged and well dress before start birding tour.
- If you have brand new trekking boots, use at least few times before trek.
- Check your flight ticket, trekking permit and other necessary documents before start trek.
- Read and be clear with your program in details before you start your tour.
- Better ask permission before taking photograph of someone during the tour.
- Better not encourage street dog to follow you/group by giving food.
- Better not encourage children to beg by giving money/candy.
- Respect local culture.
- Listen your tour Guide.
- Follow rule and regulations while you are trekking in national park/conservation area.
- Eat and drink properly, stay hydrated, read your body and listen AMS alerts while you are in the mountain/trekking.
- Check your Guide and porter are also fit and fine or not.
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