Upper Mustang Trek

Itinerary

• Day 01: Arrival day in Kathmandu (1300m)

  On this day you will be landed at the Capital City of Nepal-Kathmandu (1300m/4265 ft). It is the only International Airport of Nepal. You will be received by Sherpa Himalaya Representative.

  Then with a brief introduction you will be welcomed by flower Garland. You will be Taken to your Hotel where you can rest and freshen up to keep away Jet Lag. You will get a nearby location map from hotel reception and you can explore around.

  Overnight at KTM Hotel

• Day 02: Trek Preparation in Kathmandu

  Today you will also be introduced to your respective Guide for Upper Mustang Trek. If you have anything to buy for your trek then you can purchase from the stores around. In the evening you will have to pack only the necessary and important items that you need during the Trek and rest you can either store at Hotel or with Sherpa Himalaya.

  We recommend you to use company Duffel bag as there will be less chance of misplace in airport and easier to find in case of missing.

  Overnight at Kathmandu

• Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (823m/2,700feet)

  Today we will either drive or take a flight to Pokhara. For flight will will take around 30-40 minutes depending upon the weather.

  If you take the option to travel by Vehicle then it will take around 7-8 hours normally. The time will take more if you get into traffic.

  Overnight at Pokhara

• Day 04: Fly to Jomsom & trek to Kagbeni [2,858m/9,375feet], 3-4 hours

  Today as we have our breakfast early morning and drive to Pokhara Airport and take a flight to Jomsom.

  The airport at jomsom will be closed after 11-12 mid day as this location will be highly affected by wind storm.

  As we reach Jomsom we will start our trek towards Kagbeni. Our trek will be normal uphill for 3-4 hours.

  Kagbeni is a traditional village of mostly Gurung people living there. You will find beautiful small villages of mud. The landscape is totally different comparing to other locations.

  Overnight at Kagbeni

• Day 05: Kagbeni to Chele [3050m/10,004feet], 5-6 hours

  With a beautiful morning breakfast we will head towards Chele. Our Trek will be beside kaligandagi river which is also one of the main water source of Mustang Region.

  Today our Trek will be 5-6 hours long.

  Overnight at Chele

• Day 06: Chele to Syanbochen [3475m/11,398feet], 6-7 hours

  Today we will Trek towards Syanbochen. As we head from Chele we will go apart from Kali Gandaki river.

  Syanbochen is a small village in the middle of Mustang Region in a small gorge. You can see some of the small snow capped peaks with nearby hills.

  Overnight at Syanbochen

• Day 07: Syanbochen to Ghaymi [3520m/11,546feet], 5-6 hours

  Ghyami is one of the main attraction on the trail of Upper mustang. You will find beautiful village in between of the desert of Himalaya.

  During your today’s trail you will find amazing ancient sculpture and monuments build before many years.

  Today’s trek will be 5-7 hours long.

  Overnight at Ghaymi 

• Day 08: Ghaymi to Charang [3500m/11,480feet], 4-5 hours

  Chaarang; one of the most beautiful village around. This location has amazing and well preserved vibe of Tradition, arts and architecture.

  The houses here are small and beautiful. Almost all the houses in this region are small and white with most keeping woods over the house.

  Overnight at Charang.

• Day 09: Charang to Lo-Mangthang (3700m/12,136feet), 5-6 hours

  Today our Trek will be normal uphill for 5-6 hours. We will be traveling through small villages.

  Along the way it will be quite hot during day so, it will be very important to get your bottle filled and keep your self hydrated as the the altitude level has increased a lot.

  Overnight at Lo-Manthang

• Day 10: Explore Lo-Mangthang

  Lo-manthang is the last point of the Trek. It is elevated at an  altitude of  3700m. Today we will explore of Lomanthang. We will visit some monasteries around and the Royal king palace.

  There are monasteries which are almost built before 15 centuries. The Royal palace was itself built during 1700’s

  We can enjoy and explore beautiful traditional coffee shops around.

  Overnight in Lo-Manthang

• Day 11: Lo-Mangthang to Drakmar [3810 m/12,500feet], 6-7 hours

  Today we will make a small pass which stands between trail to Drakmar. you will need 6-7 hours to reach Drakmar.

  Untill we reach teh summit of small pass from where we can see beautiful landscape of Mustang region we will have up hill trek and as we cross the pass our trail will be descending.

  Overnight at Drakmar

• Day 12: Dhakmar to Syangmochen [3806m/12,484feet], 5-6 hours

  As we finish our breakfast we will start to descend towards Syangbochen. Today we will reach the point where we had separated while heading towards Charang.

  Coming down from Ghami we will arrive at Syangbochen

  Overnight at Syangbochen

• Day 13: Syangmochen to Chhuksang [3050m/10,004feet], 5-6 hours

  Our returning trail is through the same way we climbed up to our final destination.

  With continuous walk down exploring the Mustang villages and lifestyle of people there after 5-6 hours descend trek we will reach Chhuksang

  Overnight at Chhuksang

• Day 14: Chhuksang to Jomsom [2700/8,856feet], 6-7 hours

  As we finish our breakfast we will trek down to Jomsom. We will reach Jomsom by afternoon. After long and beautiful trek you can freshen up yourself at Jomsom.

  The following day we will have flight to Pokhara so, we will makes the things ready.

  Overnight at Jomsom

• Day 15: Fly back to Pokhara

  We will have early morning flight to Pokhara. We will reach Pokhara for the lunch. We will explore pokhara city. You can visit the nearby caves and also boat in Fewa Lake.

  Overnight at Pokhara

• Day 16: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu

  Today we will fly / Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu as planned with Company.  You will be picked by Sherpa Himalaya representative and dropped to Hotel.

  After this beautiful and adventurous Upper Mustang  Trek, you can have a proper rest at your hotel.

  On timely arrival to Kathmandu, you can use the free time to explore and shop for your family or else you can also make short city tour.

  Overnight at Kathmandu

• Day 17: Final Departure

  Today morning you Sherpa Himalaya representative will be there at your hotel for last meet. You will be dropped at airport considering airport time.

  Sherpa Himalaya will thank you for amazing time together and handover Buddhist Scarf (Kha-tak) which symbolizes peace, prosperity, Long life and Harmony to everyone and certificate for your completion of Upper Mustang Trek with Sherpa Himalaya.

  With a hope to see all the beautiful people again, a warm Namaste and a hand wave.

  Thank You for your co-operation with Sherpa Himalaya