Upper Mustang Trekking

Upper Mustang TrekkingMustang is an ancient Himalayan Kingdom which lies in the northern central part of Nepal and at the top of the Kaligandaki River. Upper Mustang consists of two distinct regions: the southern part and the northern where the languages, culture and traditions are alike to those of the Tibetan people. This area is consider as one of the most interesting and picturesque places in Nepal. The whole area has an isolated and mystical feel to it, enchanting and inspiring visitors to this region.

The trek to Lo- Manthang is through high altitude desert country climbing in and out of the huge sided valley of the Kali Gandaki. In places the gorge which the Kali Gandaki River runs through is the deepest in the world. This region is full of some of Nepal's oldest Buddhist Monasteries, ancient and isolated villages with quaint white washed houses.

Facts of the Trek

Grade: Moderate to Strenuous
Best season: February, March, April, May, October, November
Per day walking: 5 – 6 hours
Type of Trek: Teahouse
Duration: 15 days
Maximum Elevation: 4320m
Highlights: Explore the ancient Himalayan Kingdom ,Interesting and picturesque places, World Deepest gorge ,Buddhist monasteries, Ancient and isolated village, Unique culture and Tradition .

Outline Itinerary

Day 01: Kathmandu to Pokhara (30 minutes flight or 6 hours drive as your prefer)
Day 02: Pokhara to Jomsom (18 minutes flight) and trek to Kagbeni (2810m)
Day 03: Kagbeni to Chele (3100m)
Day 04: Chele to Geling (3570m)
Day 05: Geling to Charang (3560m)
Day 06: Charang to Lo Manthang (3840m)
Day 07: In Lo Mathang
Day 08: Trip around Lo Manthang
Day 09: Lo Manthang to Drakmar (3820m)
Day 10: Drakmar to Shyangmochen
Day 11: Shyangmochen to Chhuksang
Day 12: Trek back to Kagbeni
Day 13: Trek back to Jomsom.
Day 14: Flight back to Pokhara.
Day 15: Drive back to Kathmandu or Fly.

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