Detail About Upper Mustang Valley Trekking
18 - Days Upper Mustang Valley Trekking in Nepal, fascinating an astonishing high Himalayan trip. The journey dives into the unambiguous, reward-like terrain considered by deep gorges, eroded cliffs, and vibrant rock creations. The dry landscapes and the white snow-capped mountains of Mount Dhaulagiri and Annapurna ranges create a breathtaking experience. Moreover, the Kali Gandaki is one of the deepest rivers in the world, adding to the trekker's picturesque magnificence.
The trek provides a unique chance to encounter the landscapes with naturally shaped historic caves conveniences thousand in number. The caves made by man on the cliffs have been used for thousands of years. Archaeological revisions have uncovered articles, while others assisted in mediation evacuations for monks and residence for centuries. The Cave is close to Lo-Manthang, where you should walk one hour from Lomantang.
The secrets of this kingdom, remarkable desert landscapes and the beauty of the Mustang region of Nepal. For periods, Upper Mustang continued off from the rest of the world, both geologically and culturally. Exploring the John Chhoser Cave gives a delightful glimpse into the region. The geological creations of the area, molded by centuries of wind and water erosion, are likewise enthralling, making a visually spectacular trip.
Visit the Forbidden Kingdom of Upper Mustang
Exploring the forbidden Kingdom of Upper Mustang, where you can rejoice with nature and culture. It is a restricted area trekking route in Nepal that opened for national and international travelers in 1992. People mentioned the region as a forbidden kingdom because of its inaccessibility, the Tibet border, and the Nepalese Government decided to close it to its exteriors for ethical, and cultural preservation. Its remoteness has protected it from outdoor influences, preserving its culture, religion, and lifestyle.
Hospitality
During the Upper Mustang trek, you get warm hospitality from the locals as you stay in typical guest houses along the trekking route. These attractive accommodations provide comfortable lodging, local foods, and a chance to associate with fellow travelers. Piece sections cozy fireplaces, enjoy traditional Nepali Food, and feel the home in the rugged wilderness.
Side Trip
On the Side trip from the Lo-Manthang, you can explore the Chhoser Cave and Buddhist monasteries, and the upper Mustang trip takes you through eye-catching landscapes, waterfalls, and snow-capped peaks. This breathtaking region showcases the gloomy Himalayas valley reminiscent of the well-known Dolpo trek, offering a unique and remarkable experience.
Kagbeni Ghau
The Kagbeni village is one of the central tourist junctions, where we need to fly from Pokhara to Jomsom or drive from Pokhara to Jomsom and trek to Kagbeni Ghau. This trek route is part of the Lower Mustang trekking. It is connected with the Jomsom Muktinath Trek, mainly connected with the Annapurna circuit trek. A journey to lower Mustang trekking we stroll through the deepest George of Kali Gandaki River in the world to Kagbeni.
Cultural involvement
The Mustang region is rich in the culture and religion of Gurung, Thakali, and Tibetans which are mainly influenced by Born Po Buddhism. The trek is gaudy of ancient monasteries, Mani walls, Chortens, and caves adorned with attractive murals and artifacts. Relate to the warm and welcoming of the local people, who have preserved their unique ethnicities way of lifestyle. Increase insights into the exciting culture as you observe traditional ceremonies and experience the hospitality.
Natural beauty
Regarding the Mustang region trek, it offers spectacular natural beauty. Traverse the Kali Gandaki River Gorge is the deepest in the world, and the unique caves, lakes, fossils, temples, and ancient monasteries make the geological miracle of the place.
Conclusion
The Upper Mustang region trekking is a lifetime experience adventure that takes you into the heart of an antique kingdom, soaked in history, culture, and nature marvels. Come and join us at Himalayan Local Guide Pvt. Ltd be your reliable travel company as you discover the magical landscapes of the Upper Mustang. Our expert guide and Porter's team will ensure your safe, comfortable, and truly immersive experience in this charming region. Get ready to make lasting remembrances as you embark on a trip of finding and self-reflection within the rugged prettiness of the Mustang.
Trip Itinerary Expand All
- Walking Distance 20 Minutes
- Maximum Height 1350 m
- Accommodation Hotel
Our company staff will come to pick up you at Tribhuvan international airport, our guide will be stand up your name on with paper it will be easy to know each other, at the airport terminal gate. He will take you at your hotel by car or van depends on the group size.
- Day Meals Breakfast
- Walking Distance 6-7 Hours
- Maximum Height 1350 m
- Accommodation Hotel
Special Mustang Permit and trekking equipment preparation day.
- Day Meals Breakfast/Lunch & Dinner
- Walking Distance 6-7 Hours
- Maximum Height 830 m
- Accommodation Hotel
Our Local trekking guide will be picked up you at your hotel to bus station, a scenic drive through the Prithivi highway from Kathmandu to pokhara, it takes 7/8 hours approximately by tourist bus. Pokhara is one of the 2nd biggest cities of Nepal and it is so beautiful and clean city, you will have leisure time to visit pokhara overnight at Hotel.
- Day Meals Breakfast/Lunch & Dinner
- Walking Distance 5-6 Hours
- Maximum Height 2804 m
- Accommodation Hotel/Lodge/Tea House
After breakfast at Hotel, you will take an early morning flight to Jomsom. A beautiful flight to Jomsom offers an amazing view of the Mountain. After you reach to Jomsom airport, than you starts as you head towards Kagbeni. You will observe the spectacular landscape verities as you walk alongside Kaligandaki River. And reach to Kagbeni, we will stay overnight at Lodge.
- Day Meals Breakfast/Lunch & Dinner
- Walking Distance 5-6 Hours
- Maximum Height 3050 m
- Accommodation Hotel/Lodge/Tea House
After the Breakfast at Kagbeni, you will trek continue towards Chele. The trail includes walking alongside the bank of Kaligandaki River as you follow the trail ascending and descending, continue 5/6 hours trek, you will approach ancient Stupas, caves, chhortens and local peoples. Passing along the way after, you will ascend the cliff to reach Chele. You will stay overnight at Lodge.
- Day Meals Breakfast/Lunch & Dinner
- Walking Distance 6/7 Hours
- Maximum Height 3475 m
- Accommodation Hotel/Lodge/Tea House
Day 06: Chele – Syanbochen (3475meters/11,401ft) 6/7 Hrs Walking
- Day Meals Breakfast/Lunch & Dinner
- Walking Distance 5/6 Hours
- Maximum Height 3520 m
- Accommodation Hotel/Lodge/Tea House
Syanbochen – Ghami (3520meters/11,549ft) 5/6 Hrs walking.
- Day Meals Breakfast/Lunch & Dinner
- Walking Distance 5/6 Hours
- Maximum Height 3870 m
- Accommodation Hotel/Lodge/Tea House
Ghami – Tsarang (3870meters/12,697ft) 5/6 Hrs walking.
- Day Meals Breakfast/Lunch & Dinner
- Walking Distance 3/4 Hours
- Maximum Height 3730 m
- Accommodation Hotel/Lodge/Tea House
Tsarang – Lo-Manthang (3730meters/12,238ft) ¾ Hrs Walking.
- Day Meals Breakfast/Lunch & Dinner
- Walking Distance 4/5 Hours
- Maximum Height 3730 m
- Accommodation Hotel/Lodge/Tea House
Exploring Day, you visit Lo-Manthang and Cave.
- Day Meals Breakfast/Lunch & Dinner
- Walking Distance 6/7 Hours
- Maximum Height 3810 m
- Accommodation Hotel/Lodge/Tea House
Lo-Manthang – Drakmar (3810meters/12501ft) 6/7 Hrs walking.
- Day Meals Breakfast/Lunch & Dinner
- Walking Distance 5/6 Hours
- Maximum Height 3806 m
- Accommodation Hotel/Lodge/Tea House
Drakmar – Ghiling (3806meters/12,487ft) 5/6 Hrs walking.
- Day Meals Breakfast/Lunch & Dinner
- Walking Distance 5/6 Hours
- Maximum Height 3050 m
- Accommodation Hotel/Lodge/Tea House
Ghiling – Chhuksang (3050meters/10,006ft) 5/6 Hrs walking.
- Day Meals Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Walking Distance 6/7 Hours
- Maximum Height 2700 m
- Accommodation Hotel/Lodge/Tea House
Chhuksang – Jomsom (2700meters/8,859ft) 6/7 Hrs Walking.
- Day Meals Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Fly back to Pokhara, which take around 25 minutes.
Drive Back to Kathmandu.
Free Day at Kathmandu Valley (Shopping Day).
Fly back to at your Home country.
Cost Includes
- Pick up/drop/from/to International Airport by private car/van.
- Kathmandu-pokhara-kathmandu by Tourist bus.
- pokhara-jomsom-pokhara by flight with airport tax.
- all meals During the trek( lunch, Dinner, breakfast with tea/coffee three times a day in a cup)
- Lodge Accommodation During the trek.
- Upper mustang restricted entry Permit($500)
- Annapurna Conservation Area project (ACAP) enrty permit.
- One english speaking government license holder trekking guide and require porters( one porter for two clients)
- Guide, porters , food, accommodation, salary,Transportation,Flight ticket Insurance, equipment etc.
- First Aid Kits
- seasonal fruits, Apple,Orange, Blackberry etc
- Farewell Dinner
Cost Excludes
- Cold drink, such as beer, mineral water, cock, Fanta , Hot shower etc.
- Your International air fare.
- Nepal visa fee ( 15 Days-25 U$D and 30 Days- 40 U$D.)
- Lunch and Dinner while in Kathmandu.
- Rescue operation charge that is just in case.
- Tips for Guide and porters
Trip Map
Frequently Asked Questions Expand All
The main highest point of this Trek is 4000meters.
Yes, you can do it privately trek with our local trekking guide and Porters.
Best time to do Everest Base Camp trek from (September – October – November - December), February – March – April – May).
TIMS Card (Trekking information Management System), Special Upper Mustang Permit and ACAP Permit fee.
- Do not drink alcohol & smoke
- Walk slowly while you climb up hill
- Take a garlic soup and ginger tea
- Drink water 3 to 4 liters per day
- Do acclimatization and rest
- Take a Diamox as per instructors if you got AMS symptoms
Yes, you can change your currency in Nepal; we will help you to exchange your currency
The trekker’s need to be paid 13% of the full trip cost in advance and remaining of the funds for trekking can be made on arrival in Kathmandu. For the booking of your trek please kindly you may go through the system of “BOOKING” form, click on there and make your reservation.
Yes, you can get the internet; most of the tea house has Wi-Fi.
Yes, you can charge your camera battery and phone; they have electricity and Solar Panel.
It is moderate trek and normally, we have to walk 15 to 18 days.
Yes, it is safe for a solo female travel, ours teams are responsible, and who are leading the solo travel through the Nepal Himalayas regions.
No, it is not possible to get ATM and Bank on the trek, so you must to takes Nepali currency from the Kathmandu.
Yes, you need to take a sleeping bag during the trek; it is difficult to get blanket on the lodges because so many Guides and porters does not have blanket.
Yes, of course we will provide you professional local trekking guide and porter’s team, who are from the same place or Himalayas region, our guide have details knowledge of the Himalayas and government license holder trained, speak very well English. Our porters are fully helpful and friendly.
Useful Information
BEST TIME TO TREK
March – April – May (Spring Season)
This is the best time to do the Upper Mustang Trek; the weather is good throughout the trek. The spectacular views of Mt. Dhaulagiri, Tukche Peak, Nilgiri Himal, Thorong Peak, Tibet Peak, and many smaller white snow-capped mountains etc.
The temperatures will increase from the middle of March and with blue skies, white-snow capped will be seen at their occasion. So many Travelers often succeed their climber in this time. On the way trip, the Nepalese National flowers will be blossom-like; red, white, and pink colors with luscious green and dense forest.
June – July – August (Summer/Monsoon Season)
If you would like to do this Trek between June to August, it is summer/Monsoon Season. Summer Season Falls in the months from the end of June to August. This time is the hottest and rainfalls with a variety of vegetation blossoms during this season, the Valley will be green and different views in the spring and Autumn seasons. While you are going to travel, Summer Season you have to be more careful with trekking trails, it might be Muddy and Slippery. It will be regularly raining and hottest during this season.
The temperature during the days 15 to 25°C, will get colder at night and morning times, Temperature will be less than 8°C, and most of the morning time will see blue sky with white snow-capped Mountains.
September – October – November (Autumn Season)
Another best time to do for this trip. This season is the peak for trekkers due to the good weather conditions. As monsoon season slowly ends, the best trekking climate sets itself. The temperature will be going up to 15 degrees in the daytime and, during the night time will be down to 3 to 5 degrees. This time is while travelers relax with natural views and culturally. It is highly recommended as it is the best time to go for Mustang Trek.
December – January – February (Winter Season)
The winter season trek to Upper Mustang Valley is famous season as the March – April – May to September – October – November. The places along the Mustang Trek will be cold during the winter season but at that time will be an amazing trip. The temperature of this Trek can be around as low as -10°C which tempts travelers to visit this region. It might snow falls and the Ground will be snow on the trails.
The Coldest time Starts from December to early February, after overdue February, the Climate will slowly get warmer temperatures get cold dropping to -2°C to - 5°C at high altitudes. When the sun comes up, the time gets warm, and blue sky with stunning Himalayas views.
Accommodations during the Trek
During the trip, all accommodations are on the basic twin and sharing. Our local trekking guide team leader will be managing the beautiful common room. If possible he will try to manage the best room with attached bathrooms. About the attached bathrooms it’s very difficult to get in the Himalayas regions, most mountain areas have just a common room and we must share the toilet and bathroom with other clients. The single rooms are available in the lower altitude Himalayas regions. But it is not possible to get a single room in the higher elevations; you must share with other people.
Meals
As during the Upper Mustang Trek, all kinds of meals will be provided in the Mustang region, you can take pleasure in Nepalese traditional foods like: Nepali Dal Bhat, and many typical foods are available in this region. Also, they have special menus; you can choose the many different kinds of European, Italian, Chinese, and Indian foods available during the journey.
Breakfast
You can choose by a menu of your breakfast: options such as French toast with (jam, Honey, and Butter), muesli, Oatmeal, Corn Flakes, cereal, hash browns, any style of eggs you would like, Gurung Bread, Tibetan Bread with (jam, honey and Pea abutter), pancake, puffy, and round and tsampa porridge and chapatti with any kinds of Tea.
Lunch
Lunchtime; you will have the opportunity to special delicious food like: Thukpa, vegetable Noodle soup, Chicken Noodle soup, mushroom soup, and fried veg. Cheese potatoes, veg eggs fried noodles, eggs. Vegetables fried macaroni, Momo (dumplings), eggs. Veg fried rice, Nepali Dal Bhat set (Dal Bhat power 24 hours), and many many more items.
Dinner
You can choose by the menu: a menu that’s similar to the options you had at lunch break time: Stews, Pizza, Thukpa, Fried Noodles, Noodle soup, macaroni, fried potatoes, fried rice, momo (dumplings), spring roll, Dal Bhat set, spaghetti and many much more items, etc.
Safe Drinking Water
In the Mustang region, you will get normal water from the Tap or river. For this water you must use purification medicine or a filtering hand pump, also you get boiled and bottles of water are available at lodges. While you hiking in the mountain regions, you should drink normally 4 to 5 liters per day.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is compulsory to join an adventure journey in the Nepal Himalayas. We do not sell travel insurance here; we would be pleased to recommend some of our preferred providers. While you purchase a travel insurance privacy policy, be sure it covers the following contingencies:
Medical treatment and evacuation.
Repatriation
Emergency helicopter rescue.
Trekking and climbing
You need to get a higher tier of travel insurance to have these activities covered at a high elevation. For Mustang trekking, we recommend securing insurance to cover your trip activities of more than 6,000m/19,685 feet. Luckily travel insurance policies are easy to get online and you can compare coverage between packages rapidly and easily. The trekking under the defense of travel insurance wills an assurance your quiet of mind and protects you in the not likely incident that you need to file maintain.
AMS – Acute Mountain Sickness
Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) or altitude sickness is one of the risks even when traveling at a high elevation. The region following getting AMS is that the body doesn’t change at the lower altitude, and the result can be boring. So, it is most important to take appropriate measures on the time. Ahead an altitude with a constant pace and good acclimatization days will help reduce the chances of getting AMS.
Likewise, you also have to keep yourself hydrated during the trip. As a result, drink very much water and keep away from alcoholic drinks as they dehydrate the body. If you are planning to travel in the local adventure journey of Nepal then do keep about things in mind.
Note: If you have any symptoms of altitude sickness then keep contacting with your personal local trekking guide our guide is trained and he knows how to solve (AMS) Acute Mountain Sickness.
The main Symptoms of altitude sickness
- Headache
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Fatigue
- Difficulty sleeping
- Dizziness
- Lightheadedness
- Loss of appetite
- Difficult to breath
- Preventive measures:
- Do not drink alcoholic beverages in high-elevation
- Keep yourself hydrated
- Do the Acclimatize low to a high altitude and back to sleep at the low altitude.
- Do not achieve more than 500 meters in a day
- Do not walk very fast at the high altitude.
- Walk slowly on the high elevations and keep walking.
- Do not walk alone on the way.
- Inform your guide as soon as if get any high altitude sickness.
- Drink a lot of boiled water and hot tea.
- Take garlic soup and Ginger tea, it is high altitude sickness medicine.
Safety, Security, and Satisfaction
Himalayan Local Guide guarantees our valuable clients (Safety, Security, and Satisfaction). The safety is most important concern for us. For the trip, we will be carrying all necessary trekking gear, equipment, and the first – aid – kits box. Our professional leaders and local trekking guides have experienced knowledge and have wide first-aid training. When hiking on the way if a trekker gets (AMS) – Acute Mountain sickness due to the altitude, just normally: Headache, Vomiting, Dizziness, fatigue, and difficulty breathing then you can share with our leader. Our local trekking guide leader will give you suggestions about AMS – Acute mountain sickness and how to medicament, and he does very much help then, if he/she can’t do anything then trekkers must decide, will further continue as health is most important. An emergency, the rescue helicopter will always take you back to the hospital from a high elevation. No worries, we are always here for your services and our times are always in the mountains with mountain lovers and hikers.
Passport and Visa
Travelers/trekkers to Nepal will need to make a visa when you arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport or you can get a visa from your country of Nepal embassy. Most of the travelers will be able to get an upon-arrival visa at Kathmandu Airport. Please make sure that your passport is valid for at least six months from the date of your arrival, beginning with the date that you enter Nepal. You must also bring the extra Passport size photos of you.
On Arrival Visa Fee
15 Days – 30 U$D
30 Days – 50 U$D
90 Days – 125 U$D
Necessary document
- Insurance paper.
- Passport.
- Passport-sized Photos.
- Tims Card (Trekking Information Management System Card.
- ACAP permits.
- Special Mustang Permit.
Professional local trekking guide and PorPorteram
Himalayan local guide Pvt. Ltd provides knowledge expert government registered license holder Guides for your Mustang region trek who are from the same place and know the regional trekking area well. Our local trekking guide and porter or porters cum guide are too strong and knowledgeable about the whereabouts of the place, its history, culture, floras, faunas, etc.
We are always here for your service if you are interested in trekking to these mountain areas. We will be delighted to guide you to these heavenly areas where you can rejoice and spend your leisure time with beautiful mountain sceneries and hills. It will be a lifetime local adventure experience for you.
Last - Minute booking with us
The last-minute booking with us can be made by any intended trekker/traveler the day before your journey is obtained. As well as, for whatever reason Himalayan Local Guide P. Ltd has a special providing for a last - minute booking. The payment should be made 100% percent within 24 hours if we accept. We do try our best to manage a trek at any time, and if you are booking this for the last minute then, booking can be made directly through the online form or you can send us via email, messages on WhatsApp, Viber, or call on Cell Phone.
Responsible Travel
“Come as a Guest”.
“Go as a Friend”.
We have a strong and expert loyalty to environmental suitability for protecting our delicate ecosystems. Without a doubt, the tourism sector has brought lots of optimistic impacts in terms of wealth generation, service opportunities, infrastructure, education healthcare, etc. However, with a swell of trekkers harmful impact has also become noticeable on society and the environment. Please kindly ensure you think about the environment and are not carefully confused moreover, Himalayan Local Guide (P). Ltd. works together with (KEEP) Kathmandu Environmental Education Project and organizes eco-friendly trips for the most part environmentally responsive and culturally pleasing that get together expectations of both traveler’s/trekker’s and Communities.
TREKKING EQUIPMENT LIST FOR MUSTANG REGION TREKKING
Body Clothing
- Sleeping Bag
- Down Jacket
- three pairs of trekking T-shirts
- Long-sleeved shirts
- Thermal Shirt for Colder place
- Fleece Jacket
- Warm wool Sweaters
- Waterproof and windproof Jacket
- Cotton Trekking pants with folding
- Waterproof and windproof pants
Head and Face
- Sun Hat
- Wool or fleece hat
- Headlight
- Sunglass
- Sunscreen 50
- Face wipes and towel
List of Footwear
- Trekking Boats
- ¾ Paris Preferably Cotton Socks
- Crampon
- one pair of extra sports shoes
Nesecery Gears
- Gaiters just in case snow
- Gloves and Thick Gloves
- Big rucksack above the 40 L
- Waterproof Bag Cover
- Rain Coat
- Trekking Pole (if you needed)
- Laundry Soap
- Shampoo
- Toothbrush
- Toilet papers
- Water pearls
- Bottle for drinking water
- Pen and Note Book
- Copy and Tourist Guide Book
- Camera
- battery charger
- Memory card
- Cell Phone and Charger
- Money Wallet
- Altimeters and Playing card
First aid Kid
- Diamox
- Cotton bandages
- Paracetamol
- Painkillers
- Loperamide to control diarrhea (just in case).
- Water purified tablets
- Lozenges
- Elastic bandages
- Thermometer
- Moleskin and sling.
