Mustang Trek (with miniature mountain valley)
Highlights of the Trekking
- Mysterious landscapes of Mustang including Lo-manthang, Charang, Ghami village.
- Large numbers of ancient monasteries with primitive monuments, caves, etc.
Mustang Trek with Mountain Valley requires voyaging transversely through the foundation of bone-dry district, fruitless edges, moraine valleys, profound crevasse, disintegrated shake appearances and that's only the tip of the iceberg. Likewise, the perspectives of Kali Gandaki Valley, practically limitless spaces encompassing Kagbeni, wordy edges and hoisted mountains offer a shocking background for the enterprise sweethearts. This direct and strenuous trek takes you to the height up to 3840m which is the most extreme purpose of the trek. Furthermore, you will be obliging at teahouse or rose camp amid the trek. Overall the journey serves well for your desire to witness wilderness adventure and unique culture.
Mustang Trek with Mountain Valley encompasses distinct mountain vista of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri, Mustang which falls in the southern outskirt of the Tibetan good country. It is recognized as one of the confined regions which require an exceptional trekking license from an enlisted trekking organization to go around. Upper Mustang really is a smaller than usual mountain valley which appears like locale gobbled up by the tremendous Himalayas of Nepal. Mustang Trek trail envelops treeless left landscape, vertical rough track here and there the slope and wonderful perspectives of Mt. Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, Tukche top, Mustang Himal, Tilicho top, Arniko Chuli and numerous other capturing tops.
Trekking in Mustang is truly a standout amongst the most important encounters in Nepal. You will persuade an opportunity to be remunerated with shut everything down of the ancient society that has stayed unaltered by our current life. Interesting Adventure plans Mustang Trek which will let appreciate dazzling high Himalaya landscape over the Kaligandaki valley through the whole Annapurna range, Mukut and Mustang Himal toward the west. Book the gorgeous trekking package to the most serene and mythical valley of Nepal. Mustang Trek with Mountain Valley offers alternative plans of your to trek in Upper Mustang area. Get great deal of ideas, insights and understanding about Nepal’s remote village beyond hills with the qualified team of Unique Adventure International.
Recommended Gear Lists:
- Good wind/rain jacket
- Warm fleece jacket or jersey
- Good boots, either light-weight trekking boots or light full leather boots
- Good -20 Sleeping bag (which can be rented or buy in Kathmandu)
- A comfortable day pack, preferably with a waistband.
- Fleece jacket or pullover
- Fleece Wind-Stopper jacket (optional)
- Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket
- Down vest and/or jacket (optional)
- Lightweight gloves
- Heavyweight gloves or mittens with a waterproof shell outer
- Sun hat or scarf
- Light balaclava or warm fleece hat
- Sunglasses with UV protection
- T-shirts
- Underwear
- Hiking shorts
- Lightweight cotton long pants
- Light and expedition weight thermal bottom
- Fleece or wool pants
- Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell pants
- Thin, lightweight inner socks
- Thick, warm wool hiking socks
- Hiking boots with spare laces
- Camp shoes (sneakers and/or sandals)
Other necessary equipment:
- Headlamp (e.g. Petzl Zoom) with spare bulbs and batteries
- Small pad or combination lock-to-lock trek bag
- Basic First Aid Kit (We also provide comprehensive first aid medical kit and Oxymeter)
- Large plastic bags - for keeping items dry inside trek bag
- Day pack (approximately 2500 to 3000 cubic inches)
- Water bottles (2 bottles recommended)
- Toiletries
- Small wash towel
Day 01 : Depart to Pokhara (920m), overnight at hotel
After breakfast, today early in the morning you will move to Pokhara after completing nearly 6 hours drive. You will be able to have a magnificent panorama of river and vista all the way through your drive. Or, you might also fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara taking half an hour. You will arrive at the hotel and have a rest during afternoon. You can even visit around lakeside region or you can go for boating at famous Fewa Lake. Stay overnight in the hotel.
Day 02 : Fly to Jomsom (2710m) and trek to Kagbeni (2800m), overnight at guesthouse
Today, we fly from Pokhara to Jomsom which lies at an altitude of 2,710 meters. And then, you will trek to Kagbeni beside Kaligandaki, the deepest gorge in the whole world. After trekking for about three and half hours you will get there at Kagbeni where you can see the antique houses, few monasteries, temples and more. Overnight in Kagbeni.
Day 03 : Trek to Chele (3050m), overnight at guesthouse
Leaving Kagbeni, we move toward Chele early in the morning today. The track still moves alongside the bank of Kaligandaki. We come across the villages of Chunksang and Tangbe. And, before reaching at Chele we have to come across a bridge over Kaligandaki and go up abruptly up for around 35 minutes to reach Chele Village. Overnight, in camp at Chele.
Day 04 : Trek to Geling (3440m), overnight at guesthouse
Departing from Chele, we ascend in and out of massive side valleys of the Kali Gandaki. We climb up a vertical spur to a cairn and then join to one more cairns spotting the Chele La (3630m), from where the track fall to Samar (3620m). After reaching above Samar, the track goes into the valley filled with trees and come across a stream and moves up to the Bhena La and then to Yamdo La and then eventually drop down to Shyanmochen, we then reach our destination for today, an awe-inspiring village at an altitude of 3570m, Geling. We in total walk for 7 to 8 hours.
Day 05 : Trek to Charang (3490m), overnight at guesthouse
To reach Geling to Charang, we will trek for 6-7 hours. Walking west from Geling the track climbs tenderly all the way through fields and going across Tama Gaon. Then we go up to Nyi La (4020m) from there we move down to Gheme which lies at an altitude of 3510m and then gets linked with Choya La, further than the mani wall. From Choya La we have a long drop which will lead us to the land of maze, Charang lying at an altitude of 3560m. Overnight at guest house.
Day 06 : Trek to Lo-Manthang, overnight at guesthouse
On this day, we set off from Charang and trek to Lo-Mangthang, the capital region of Mustang. The 300 meters long and 150 meters broad wall has wrapped the region against robbers and the brutal winds. This little area of Lo-Mangthang is inhabited by more than a 1000 inhabitants whose houses are connected by fine rope stone lanes. Overnight at guest house in Lo Manthang.
Day 07 : Lo Mangthang (3840m), day hiking to the ancient monasteries, overnight at guesthouse
Today we have a rest day in Lo Mangthang. We will walk around Lo Mangthang whole day and visit king's palace, low caste settlements, ancient monasteries, herbal medical school and more. Overnight in Lo Mangthang.
Day 08 : Lo Mangthang Tiji Festival concludes and explore around, overnight at guesthouse
Today, at Lo Mangthang you will observe the Teechi (often marked as "Tiji") festival which is an annual occasion for indigenous of Lo-Mangthang of Upper Mustang. The name has been derived from the word "Tempa Chirin" means prayer for peace in the world. This festival l is celebrated for 3 days. And you will also see dances of the monks at "Choedhe" monastery. And also you can explore around Lo Mangthang this day. Overnight at guest house in Lo Mangthang.
Day 09 : Trek to Ghami (3510m), overnight at guesthouse
Similar to all arid regions in Mustang, on the way to Ghami as well most houses are build out of mud, stones with roof of straw and a combination of mud, pebbles. After walking for 5 hours we will reach to Ghami. Here we stay overnight in guest house.
Day 10 : Trek to Samar (3700m), overnight at guesthouse
We walk all the way through narrow path until we reach Geling. Further ahead from Geling, the trail expands. The views of desolate landscapes, farm terraces, villages and also Mt. Nilgiri come into our sight. Then eventually, we reach Samar, a tiny village that has the influence of Tibetan culture. We stay overnight at guest house in Samar.
Day 11 : Trek to Chhusang (3370m), overnight at guesthouse
We today pass all the way through a vertical ridge of hills which offers some very well views of the lush hills. Then we move to Tetang village which lies between two hills and is identified as the upper village of Chusang. We stay overnight at guest house in Chusang.
Day 12 : Trek to Jomsom (2710m), overnight at guesthouse
Today, you will start the trek moving down the stunning Kali Gandaki ravine. After passing through Jharkot and Khingar settlements with classic Tibetan art and architecture, you tag on path down to Kagbeni, a prehistoric village renowned for Tibetan art. Now your track passes all the way through the shore of Kali Gandaki and come across the Eklebhatti. Jomsom, headquarter of Mustang is divided into two settlements and Kali Gandaki river passes between these two settlements. In Jomsom, you can enjoy the splendid views of Nilgiri, Tilicho peak. Overnight at guest house in Jomsom.
Day 13 : Fly to Pokhara (920m), overnight at hotel
Today we take a flight from Jomsom to Pokhara, taking around 20 minutes. The major attractions of Pokhara are natural as well as cultural sites such as lakes, temples of Hindus and Buddhist, caves, mountain views. You can view the north region across the hill, Phewa Lake to the snow peaks of the Annapurna, Manaslu, Dhaulagiri ranges. Overnight at hotel in Pokhara.
Day 14 : Back to Kathmandu (1350m), overnight at hotel
In the morning today, we travel for 6 hours and return back to Kathmandu. We can either take a vehicle for a drive or fly back from the beautiful city Pokhara. On arrival at Kathmandu you will be shifted to the hotel. You can then relax for rest of the day and stay overnight at hotel.
What is included?
- 2 nights twin sharing accommodation in Pokhara with breakfast as per the programme.
- All meals with hot beverages whilst on terkking.
- Guesthouse accommodation whilst on trekking.
- Upper Mustang special trekking permit fee, Annapurna Conservation Area permit Fee.
- Domestic flights (Pokhara - Jomsom - Pokhara) inclusive with airport tax.
- An experienced fluent English speaking trekking guide, trained by ministry of Culture, Tourism & Civil Aviation.
- Highly experienced well equipped, cook, kitchen helper, trekking porter(s).
- Staffs (guide, cook, kitchen helper and porters) wages, allowances, transportation, food, accommodation, euipment & insurance.
- All necessary ground transportation (Kathmandu - Pokhara - Kathmandu).
- Escorted airport transfers.
- First aid medical kit, Oxymeter, sleeping bag, down jacket, trekking map and duffel bag.
- All governmental procedure and applicable taxes as per the government rules and regulations.
What is not included?
- Hotel in Kathmandu.
- Meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara
- Your personal nature expenses.
- Your travel insurance.
- Laundry, telephone, internet expenses.
- Bar and beverage bills.
Why us? Is a conscientious question that requires an honest answer of integrity and devotion of the highest standards.
We are what we were from the very beginning: Read on to know us the way we are…
At Unique Adventure International, We do not pretend to be what we are not, ours is a simple ethic, hospitality straight from the heart. When doing trips with us, you will soon find out excellence with us is not just a norm, it’s more a habit.
We have walked the length and breadth of the Himalaya across Nepal, Tibet and Bhutan for over two decades…and still counting, we have enjoyed all of it so much; right to the hilt. We love our mountains and enjoy it so much when we tread its trails with our trekking guests, who also love these mountains as much as us or maybe even more. We have much knowledge of the land and meticulously plan things so our guests get the utmost from their sojourns with us; we know how chaotic it can be for our guests when they organise holidays so far from home…keeping this in mind, we sort out for the long haul and ensure our guests do not only have fun on the way but also get value for money with purposeful journeys. We know and understand that this may probably be a once in a lifetime holiday where you will explore a world not too familiar and its binding for us to make doubly sure you are completely safe throughout the whole course of your expedition when you are in Nepal. With each trip we do with you, we are constantly searching for ways to improve our services so that your expectations of us are met beyond what you could have ever expected on all fronts. We want that you go home with a happy heart and unforgettable memories of an odyssey well done. With Unique Adventure, this is central to all our thoughts when we meet you.
A small business with big ideals…
We are a small outfit with big ideas and we know how complex human nature can be; its only but human to understand your weaknesses and respect your strengths, both of which will be put to the test on the punishing trails of Nepal, but it’s always our mission to understand you and make your journey as calm as possible.
This is the whole reason why we get repeat clients who never seem to get drained with the Himalayas and enjoy the way we guide them throughout the trip…
We know how worrisome it can be when you choose to live life on the edge… so we go the mile to make sure your holidays become more purposeful, more significant…
We do not push you, no matter what the circumstances…
We know you want it slow and easy the moment your plane hits the tarmac in Kathmandu. We understand your instinctive curiosities and ensure you are left alone with enough space to do what we have planned for you – ‘your way’’. You call the shots – it’s your trip – and we provide you enough freedom to make your own decisions in harmony with your group. We help you to become friends and bridge gaps; it’s a matter of pride for us to mention here that we created some of the best friendships where some morphed into lifetime partnerships and this is how things shape out with us when you assemble in our country. And when we are out with you in the country at high elevations, we ensure that our crew leads you in ways comfortable to your body and physical needs.
Our ‘True-to-Life’ practical itineraries…
Our itineraries are meticulously planned and based on the way you see it when your trip commences. Our themes are hands-on and we take you to some difficult but extraordinary places where some would likely pass by. We know you thirst for the unknown and interesting; your search for things that will ignite your emotions and imaginations, seeking for the ‘whys’, how’s and when’s’ into the mountain culture, lifestyles and traditions that you witness in territory you have never been familiar with. We put in a lot of effort to create astonishing one-off experiences which would make great notes for memorable stories to pass down to the coming generations. Each trip we design opens up new avenues to a whole new world that you are not familiar with…and when you discover the answers, it could be a life changing experience you would have never expected.
Trips to match your time frames…
We are flexible in the way we operate our trips based on your exclusive needs. We understand the kind of pressure ridden world you hail from and know you have worked hard for your dream holidays. Our programs are typically designed to give you the most and the best based on your time limitations without any blemishes on the joys that come with your venture.
You could be planning a budget trek or a luxury tour, maybe even a trekking peak; whatever the choice, we give you an extension combo so you have a scintillating mix of history, the outdoors and even jell in a jungle safari into the potpourri so you have varied experiences within the timeframe you’ve chosen. Our website is programmed to give you a host of options to make you smile…
Accommodation: They say Home is where the Hearth is…and yes, the Pillow!!
We are extra wary when arranging your accommodation before you enter our country. We know we’ve got to give you something that’s closest to home. After consulting with you and being twice as sure about what you’re expecting when it comes down to that most important part of life: resting your body and mind at night, we make sure we give you the best accommodating facilities available at a hotel that’s not only comfortable but also a place that is spanking clean with fresh linen and staff who understand your needs and go the length in making sure you feel at home, no matter what the length of your stay with us.
This also includes the sanitized conditions of the food you are served. Even when on the trails, we go the mile to make sure you find a cosy teahouse with no dampness and enough ventilation to keep you healthy and warm with food that’s organic and clean. We know how important the hearth is wherever you stay. With us, be sure that all your personal needs are taken care of well. Ours is the kind of hospitality that comes straight from the heart…
Safety and Security: This is mandatory and imperative…
Our safety and security arrangements for all our inbound guests cross all boundaries; from the moment your jet hits the tarmac at the airport in Kathmandu. This is a process that begins prior to your arrival in Kathmandu, when we design your itinerary based on the program you have chosen. It begins with choosing the right team for you, especially if it’s a trek. We make sure your crew is primed for any contingency when at altitude. We believe in following firm standards with focus on risk assessment knowing mountain climbing is always a risky business despite the excitement it offers. All the planning is done prior to your arrival so you have a carefree, footloose and fancy free journey, without any hassles.
We always advise our guests to go through medical routines in their home countries before embarking on trips above 3000m. We also encourage our guests to get insured before coming to Nepal.
Your entire stay in Nepal is monitored from day one, especially when you are on the mountains. We take nothing for granted, nature can be a monster when least expected. When booking your trip through ‘Unique Adventure, you are not just a client – you are more than all that - you are a parent, a brother/sister, a close colleague – in a word – ‘family’; and all our safety precautions and personalized services are purely based on this relationship.
We Respect and Care for the local folks and Love the Environment we operate in…
We are conscious in the importance of preserving the natural beauty and culture of Nepal, so that future visitors can also enjoy the wonders of this beautiful but fragile environment. We are sensitive and devoted to responsible travel with minimum impact on the environment and local communities. The planet is large enough for everyone to explore and it’s the curiosity of human nature to explore and discover the unknown. We are always careful about the ecosystems that surround us when we are on the mountains, but we don’t let this spoil the spirit for adventure. We seek to enjoy in ways beneficial to others and wish to respect this beauty that God created for us to appreciate; and we want to keep it that way. Equally important, we instruct our crew and travellers to be aware of the values of responsible travel, by: respecting people, cultures and local environments, in creating goodwill; with cross-cultural sharing and experiences; and helping make sustainable development practical, where we put in efforts to give back more than we take.
Our Trekking crews are Principal to the Company…we’re Family…
One paramount issue for trekking companies in Nepal are employees directly connected to guests when trekking in the Himalayas and this is key to any trip conducted anywhere on the Himalayas. Our staffs in general receive fixed monthly salaries and our trekking crews get special rates as defined by the Ministry of Labour in consultation with the Ministry of Tourism - Government of Nepal.
This also includes the provision of Social Security for mountain workers as per government directives. In addition to this, we also provide climbing training to new comers listed on our payroll. All our seasoned guides are well trained in the use and application of First Aid in the event of any unexpected injuries that may occur in the course of the journey when at altitude.
Field Employees are constantly upgraded for personal development, delivered via courses in English, about nature, history, and ongoing training as mountain guides with techniques based on safety precautions...along with this, our mountain crews are insured and covered against any eventualities. The insurance package covers the cost of health care if injured or sick and provides a lifetime gratuity if any employee is physically disabled. We treat our employees as valuable assets. We know their security and happiness is vital to ensure yours throughout your stay in Nepal…
Innovation: We are constantly juggling new Products…
Ours is a constant search for new trails in the great wilderness. We’re always innovating new areas for travel within and around the city limits and out on the mountains. Nepal has so much to offer in her ancient heritage cities and within the vast expanse of her Himalayas. We ceaselessly research new products in order to give our old clients new thrills; this has always been part of our company’s policies for giving more value for money. We know that many of our guests rarely get time to travel and when they do, they’d sure like to make the best of it; besides Nepal, we even cut across borders giving our guests unbelievable historical and cultural highlights of Tibet, Bhutan and India. We even design divine spiritual tours for the holy who’d sure like to hike down footsteps of ancient ancestors along the Mount Kailash Mountains so that they could come face-to-face with the gods. You even get opportunities to stroll down the cobbled stone Squares of Patan and Bhaktapur and slip into the Forbidden Temple of Pashupatinath. Beyond the spiritual of Kailash in Tibet, our programs take you to the highest region on earth, at an elevation of 4,900 meters (16,000 ft). Very much noted as the ‘roof of the world’, Tibet is symbolic of a mesmerizing culture seeped in spirituality and nature. From superb temples and tranquil monasteries to the Yangtze River and adorable Pandas, our products are molded in a way that ensures you experience a whole new world of amazing discoveries that tells you about God’s gift of a wonderful planet we all live in.
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We give you Mountain Yoga
The Mountain Yoga we offer on the trail is an earthy, friendly and unassuming space, dedicated to healing and transformation as your mind battles the vagaries of nature while on your journey in the wild. When you decide to holiday on the mountains; it’s like a calling into the high and wild to experience Mother Nature at a higher level and to explore her true beauty. But there’s another calling that wants you to find release from your inner demons. It might be seen as the feeling that there has to be more to life than our day-to-day routines in the machine of modern day society. As you go higher above the tree-lines, our certified yoga guides give you the kind of alignment helpful to your body’s needs when adjusting to the thin air at altitude. They are compassionate, knowledgeable and guide you with postures and breathing exercises that promote physical fitness at higher elevations, keeping the mind calmer, making your self-awareness more acute, and help you get more balanced, while preventing you from having any problems with altitude mountain sickness. Yoga is an ancient practice known for thousands of years to clean out even the deepest mental grooves and rigid mindsets which may hamper your trip and spoil the fun on your trek.
We are the only adventure company in Nepal offering our guests mountain yoga which enhances hassle free trips and keeps our guests safe from common altitude problems.
Our Success Ratio…
We’ve been through it all – the ups and downs have been full and plenty. The series of earthquakes of 2015 affected us bitterly; however, we kept the faith. We knew this was nature at its best and worst. We do not take anything for granted when it’s a tryst with Mother Nature, especially in the wilderness above the tree-lines. We knew we would still need these mountains more than they need us...These mountains teach us so much about life. It was Almighty God that created these mountains with all its stark beauty, but then a natural calamity can be lurking somewhere around the bend, and we must always be aware of the environment - and this comes with respect, consciousness and faith.
Despite the hurdles and hiccups, our Success Ratio has been over 98%, why? Because experience has taught us the hard way to Love God, respect the mountains, to learn from our mistakes, and to always, at all times, be Honest with our Guests…and let God do the rest.