Mustang Muktinath Trek flows the trial of Mustang, an intriguing scorched region, lies beyond the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri massif in central Nepal is the hidden Kingdom of Mustang and forms part of the Tibetan plateau.
Untouched by the outside world, 16th century monasteries remain active, adorned with unrivaled frescoes, thankas and status of gigantic deities, preserving ancient traditions in the Mustang. Mustang is the land of Barley field's pasture for grazing herds. These upper reaches of the Kali Gandaki River, which has tantalized a generation of trekkers - have recently been opened in 1992. Mustang being a restricted area, there are certain formalities required by the government of Nepal in obtaining a special permit.
The journey to Mustang begins with a flight to Jomsom via Pokhara. Two days walking from Jomsom we cross the traditional boundary into the wild lunar landscape of Mustang.
Mustang Muktinath Trek itinerary allows plenty of time to explore the main town of Lo Manthang, the impressive walled capital. Mustang trek is scheduled during the summer months when the people are most active in the fields, villages and monasteries.
Highlights of Mustang Muktinath Trekking
Trek Duration: 13 days
Best Season: Autumn (Sep-Nov) and Spring (Mar-May)
Starting from: Jomsom (35minutes from Pokhara
Ending at: Jomsom (35minutes flight to Pokhara)
Grade: Adventurous
Highest access of the trek: Lo-manthang
Average Temperature: -5 to 15 Celsius
Culture: Mostly Bhotia, Thakali, Tamang and others
Mode of the trekking tour: Camping only trek only
Himalayan sights: Himalayan ranges Mt. Annapurna I, II, III, IV, Fish tail, Dhaulagiri, and many more.
Most attraction of the trek: Non Touristy route Specially mixed life, Mustang Royal palace, Royal family and monasteries.
Itinerary - Mustang Muktinath Trek
Day 01. Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara
Day 02. Pokhara to Jomosom by flight about 25 minutes Trek to Kagbeni, camp
Day 03. Trek to Chele Chuksang, camp
Day 04. Trek to Ghiling, camp
Day 05. Trek to Ghemi camp
Day 06. Trek to Tsarang, camp
Day 07. Trek to Lo Manthang, camp
Day 08. Rest day at Lo Manthang, camp
Day 09. Trek to Tsarang, camp
Day 10. Trek to Ghiling, camp
Day 11. Trek to Chhuksang, camp
Day 12. Trek to Muktinath, camp
Day 13. Trek to Jomsom, camp
Day 14. Fly to Pokhara by flight about 25 minutes
Day 15. Drive back to Kathmandu
Pricing Detail - Mustang Muktinath Trek
For Trek: US$ 1,040.00 per person for Trek (minimum 2 person in a group)
Flight Ticket (Pokhara Jomsom- Pokhara): US$ 138.00 per person
Guide Ticket: US$ 25.00 per person
Special permit: US$ 700.00 per person
Total for Mustang Muktinath Trek: US$ 1,903.00 per person
Price Includes - Mustang Muktinath Trekking
All food while on Trekking (Breakfast/lunch/dinner with tea\coffee), accommodation in Tent, ACAP permit, TRC, All necessaries Nepalese staffs like: guide, porters; all necessaries for Nepalese staffs (all meals, accommodation in tents, all the camping equipments, insurance, salary, medical expenses, field allowance etc), Kathmandu- Pokhara-Kathmandu by tourist Bus and necessary ground transportations.
Price Excludes - Mustang Muktinath Trek
Bar bills (Beer, coke, mineral water), donation, personal clothings, personal insurance, rescue charge, any unforeseen expenses etc.
Note:
Price subjected to change if there are more or less than 2 person in a group.
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