Upper Mustang Trek 16Days

Planning:

Planning a trek to the Royal Mustang region in Nepal can be an exciting adventure, but it's essential to prepare thoroughly to ensure a safe and enjoyable journey. Determine the length of your journey. A typical Royal Mustang journey lasts 10-14 days. Make a plan for your trip, including hiking days, rest days, and major sites to visit (such as Lo Manthang, Ghami, Charang, and Kagbeni).

Physically prepare for the expedition by doing aerobic activities, trekking, and strength training. Because of the great altitude, acclimatization is essential. Spend a few days in Kathmandu or another high-altitude destination before starting the trip. Learn about the symptoms and prevention of altitude sickness. Acclimatization is critical, and knowing how to diagnose and handle altitude-related illnesses throughout the journey is key.

The Best time to do the Royal Mustang trek?

Spring (March to May) is one of the most popular times for trekking in the Mustang region. Skies are clear during this time and offer excellent visibility of the surrounding mountains, including the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. The rhododendron forests are also in full bloom, creating vibrant landscapes with colorful flowers.

Autumn (Sep to Nov) is another excellent time for trekking in the Mustang and is the peak trekking season in Nepal. You'll encounter fewer rain showers and less chance of landslides compared to the monsoon season. During this season, the skies are clear, providing stunning views of the Himalayas ranges.

Monsoon season and Summer Season (June, July, and August) are highly not recommended for the Royal Mustang trek. Plus, the cold of the winter (December, January, and February) is unbearable for an ordinary trekker.

Food and Accommodation:

Mustang's accommodations are mainly simple teahouses or guesthouses. These are small, family-run lodges with rooms that have minimal amenities such as a bed, blankets, and common restrooms. The priority is on giving you a warm and pleasant place to relax throughout your journey. Mustang teahouses and guesthouses often provide a range of meals to keep hikers refreshed and satisfied. The menu options are fairly limited, yet they still offer a variety of possibilities. The quality of food and accomondation may differ as you ascend to higher altitudes.

But it is recommended to consult your guide for better and hygienic options.

Transportation:

Because the Upper Mustang trek usually begins in Jomsom, you must travel from Kathmandu to Pokhara for the Jomsom flight. You can travel to Pokhara by tourist bus or private car (6-8 hours) and will spend the night there. After spending the night in Pokhara, head to Pokhara Airport for your domestic flight (30 minutes) to Jomsom Airport. This short flight offers amazing views of the Himalayas but is weather-dependent. Our walk begins on foot when we arrive in Jomsom, and we will encounter a unique combination of history, culture, and natural beauty in one of Nepal's most interesting and engaging locations.

This journey normally concludes at Jomsom, where a flight back to Pokhara awaits you. From Pokhara, you may take a tourist bus or a private vehicle back to Kathmandu.

(Private vehicle requires extra charge as it is not included in this package)

Necessary Permits & TIMS:

When trekking in Nepal's Mustang region, you'll need numerous permissions to enter the restricted area and help conservation efforts. These licenses and TIMS cards can only be obtained through a licensed organization, and no freelancing guides are permitted to distribute them.

1. Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP):

ACAP is a special permission necessary for visitors to visit the Annapurna Conservation Region in Nepal since it is a protected region.

Cost: Nrs 3000 per person and no additional payment is charged for extra days.

2. Upper Mustang Restricted Area Permit(RAP):

This permission is required for those who want to explore the Upper Mustang region, which is a restricted area owing to its sensitive border location near Tibet and its unique cultural and historical value. This permit is necessary for the whole journey starting from Kagbeni.

Cost: USD 500 per person for 10 days. Plus an addition of USD 50 per person per day after the 10-day mark.

All the Permits are included in this package.

Necessary documents for Permits:

• An original passport and current visa(valid for at least six months)
• A scanned copy of the passport-sized photograph(to be uploaded for Upper Mustang RAP's online form)
• One printed passport-sized photograph (required for an ACAP permit)
• Travel insurance papers (includes helicopter evacuation of up to 6000m)