Mustang Trekking
Trip Facts
Program Code:
HR-RT05 |
Duration:
18 days |
Program Type:
Trekking |
Maximum Altitude:
4320m. |
Minimum pax:
2 |
Mode of Travel:
Land |
Start Trip:
Jomsom |
End Trip:
Jomsom |
Program Grading:


Trip Overview
Mustang is a very popular trekking region in Nepal and has been described as desert in the mountain" The trek to this region is a very rewarding one for those who want to experience the hospitality of the people living in this remote region. Department of immigration issued only a small number of special permit since 1991. This is a perfect destination where ample scope is offered for visiting Buddhists monasteries. This semi autonomous and heavily Tibetan influenced region was described by Tilman as fascinatingly ugly country, the more fascinating for being so little known" indeed, the trek to Lo Manthang is through an almost treeless barren landscape, a steep rocky trail up and down hill, panoramic view of Nilgiri, Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and several others peaks make your trek memorable. A liaison officer is needed for this trek. This trek begins from Jomsom - accessible by air, Pokhara - accessible by road or Besisahar - accessible by road (If starting from Besisahar includes Annapurna circuit too). Upper Mustang is also known as" The last forbidden kingdom of Nepal".
Outline Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive and meet international airport in Kathmandu and transport to selected hotel at Kathmandu and rest of day sightseeing in historical of Kathmandu.
Day 02: This day your special trek permits are processed and preparation for trekking.
Day 03: Drive to Pokhara by bus to Pokhara 200 km (6 /7 hours driving) then stay in selected hotel in pokhara
Day 04: Fly to Jomsom (2,720mtr.) then trek to Kagbeni (2,900mtr) then stays over night at lodge.
Day 05: Trek to Chusang then stays there over night at lodge.
Day 06: Trek to Ekle Bhatti then stay overnight at lodge.
Day 07: Trek to Ghami (3,460m/11,352ft) then stays there over night at lodge.
Day 08: Trek to Tsarang (11,450ft. 3,490m) then stay overnight at lodge.
Day 09: Trek to Lo Manthang (12,238ft. 3,730m) stay overnight at lodge.
Day 10: Excursion around Lo Manthang. Visit the villages, monasteries and the palace.
Day 11: Trek to Dhi stay overnight at lodge.
Day 12: Trek to Tange (3240m) then stay overnight at lodge.
Day 13: Trek to Tetang (2940m) / Chusang and stay overnight at lodge.
Day 14: Trek to Muktinath(3940 mtr.) then stay overnight at lodge.
Day 15: Trek to Jomsom walking along the Kali Gandaki valley then stay there over night at lodge.
Day 16: Fly to Pokhara and explore in pokhara city afternoon and then over night at selected hotel.
Day 17: Drive back to Kathmandu by tourist bus at 7:30AM (200 km. 6/7 hours driving) and stay overnight at selected hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 18: Final Departure.
Mustang Trekking
Essential Information
When trekking in Nepal Himalayas "Altitude related Problems" are the important factors to be considered because there is always a real danger of mild to serious problems related to altitude and it is important that trekkers understand that they will be affected to a greater or lesser extent when they ascend to altitudes over about 3000 meters. Altitude sickness, often known as Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) and it means the effect of altitude on those who ascend too rapidly to elevation above 3000 meters. The victim can develop severe symptoms very rapidly if the mild effects are ignored.
We advise our clients to remember the following suggestion when you are on trekking in the high altitude areas above 3000 meters. The following are the basic symptoms of the altitude sickness and to avoid such sickness we recommend few important points.
1. Basic Symptoms: - Loss of appetite
- Sleep disturbance
- Difficult to pass urine
2. Medium Symptoms:
- Headache which is bad
- Irregular breathing
- Nausea
- Mild weakness
3. Serious Symptoms:
- Slight swelling of hands and face
- Cannot stand upright without swaying while eyes are closed.
- Can hear gurgling sound in the chest.
- Zero energy.
What to do about Altitude Sickness?
Altitude illness can be prevented by acclimatization; that is, by a graduate rate of ascent (not more than 400 – 500 meters), allowing sufficient rest at various intermediate altitudes. The dry air of the mountains tends to dehydrate you so an increased fluid intake is necessary. Try to drink at least four liters of water a day. On the trail you can drink hot garlic soup that will help you to some extent. When we reach to our destination it is better to make some hiking up to a bit higher point and come down to the camp or hotel. This is a really good way to get acclimatization. You may take Diamox 250mg tablets the night before flying / going to altitude. Sometimes the symptoms often disappear and the trek can be resumed.
If you feel obviously suffering from the serious symptoms of AMS then descent should not be delayed even if it means going down in dark. In such case, should an emergency situation arise, horse, or porter will be arranged; or we carry you and run to lower (descend) altitudes. There is communication facility at Namche Bazaar; Doctors at Khunde hospital in the Everest Area and HRA Clinics and in some trekking areas also have the Gamow Bag. The hospital or the clinic will take fees or charges for such services. We can arrange for immediate evacuation, by horse or helicopter, depending on the severity of the case.