Mustang (Upper Lower)
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Program Code : CH09 |
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Highlights of the Trek |
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Mustang is one of the most remote
kingdoms on earth. Sheltered by
Himalayan giants like Dhaulagiri and
Annapurna, Mustang region occupies the
southern fringes of the Tibetan plateau,
a high and desolate country long
isolated from the outside world. This
region is one of the few places in the
world that until only recently was
inaccessible to outsiders. This
isolation has helped maintain a way of
life almost unchanged for centuries.
Even now, a special restricted area
permit is required and a government
Liaison Officer accompanies the trek.
Our trek begins with a flight from
Pokhara to Jomosom and follows the
course of the Kali Gandaki, a majestic
and fast flowing river that has carved a
deep gorge through the high Himalayas in
its rush to the plains. Climbing up a
steep canyon, we hike a few more days to
the walled capital city of Lo Manthang,
virtually untouched since the 14th
century
Grade :
Challenging
These treks will involve some high
altitude activity and the occasional
pass-crossing with walks of up to 9
hours per day and altitudes not
exceeding 6000 metres. Be aware of the
physical and mental needs of this type
of trek. You will need to be fit and the
preparations for the moderate trek apply
here too. Level of fitness is unrelated
to altitude sickness and you cannot be
sure that you will not suffer some mild
symptoms. Slow and steady is the key to
enjoyment.
Type : Camping
Full board, enough trekking crew, tents
Duration : 26
days
Activities :
Trekking, camping, sightseeing (optional)
Best time to go :
September to April
Departure dates :
by arrangement
Minimum group size :
2
Maximum group size :
15
Trek Begin :
by arrangement |
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Program Itinerary (Short) |
Days 01 :
Trip commences in Kathmandu, introductions and
formalities (1336m) |
Days 02 :
Sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley |
Days 03 :
Pokhara by bus (940m) |
Days 04 : Hille/Tirkhedunga (1570m) |
Days 05 : Ghorepani (1189m) |
Days 06 : Tatopani (1189m) |
Days 07 : Ghasa (2013m) |
Days 08 : Tukuche (2591m) |
Days 09 : Kagbeni (2810m) |
Days 10 : Chele overnight Camp - enter restricted
area (3050m) |
Days 11 : Gilling (3200m) |
Days 12 : Ghami (3520m) |
Days 13 : Tsarang (3500m) |
Days 14 :
Lo-Mantang (3700m) |
Days 15 :
Lo-Mantang day hiking |
Days 16 : Ghami (3520m) |
Days 17 : Samar (3300m) |
Days 18 : Chhusang (3100m) |
Days 19 : Kagbeni (2810m) |
Days 20 :
Muktinath - exit restricted area (3600m) |
Days 21 : Mukinath day hiking |
Days 22 : Jomsom (2700m) |
Days 23 :
Pokhara by air (950m) |
Days 24 :
Kathmandu by road/air |
Days 25 :
Day in Kathmandu - optiona sightseeing/shopping |
Days 26 :
Trip concludes in Kathmandu |
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Cost Included :- |
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Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu
(as per itinerary, 3 star rating standard, B&B, twin
share basis), airport transfers, full compliment of
trekking crew, all meals while on trek (except
alternative by choice), all necessary camping gear
(including sleeping bag, down jacket), overland
transportation, National Park Fees, trekking crew
insurance, emergency first aid kit. |
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Additional Cost :- |
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Extra hotel expenses, single room
supplement where requested, any personal expenses
(bottled soft drinks, telephone charges,
video/camera fees, etc.), domestic and international
airfares, medical costs (except medical attention
given by trek leader), rescue charges, tips for crew, Visas and visa extension costs, lunch
and evening meals while in Kathmandu (except Namaste
meal on first night) |
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