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Mustang is one of the few places in the world that has long-lived a very
close-niche life and that region was, until recently, inaccessible to
outsiders. This isolation helped the people of Mustang to maintain their
lifestyle and heritage that remained almost unchanged for centuries. Hidden
behind the majestic Himalayan ranges, Mustang is filled with beautiful
trekking zones. |
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At present Mustang is a very popular trekking
region in Nepal. The Home Ministry of Nepal announced the opening of the
restricted areas in October 1991. There is also strict control in obtaining a
special permit from the Department of Immigration to protect their tradition
from outside influence as well as to protect their environment. The high desert
region of the Tibetan influence, Kaligandaki, from the Tibetan border south to
Kagbeni is generally referred to as “Upper Mustang" that has its own nominal
king. The Mustang is one of the very few places on earth which is not spoilt by
trekkers. Being under the rain shadow of the Himalayas, the area receives scanty
rainfall making the region dry and arid-very similar to the adjoining Tibetan
plateau. The trek to Lo-Manthang is through an almost tree-less barren
landscape, a steep rocky trail up and down hill and panoramic views of Nilgiri,
Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and several other peaks make your trek memorable.
Upper Mustang consists of two
distinct regions: the south region with five villages inhabited by people
related to the Managis; and the northern region (the ancient kingdom of Lo),
where the language, culture and traditions are almost purely Tibetan, the
capital of Lo is named manthang, which translates from the Tibetan as ‘plain of
aspiration’ many texts refer to the capital as Lo Manthang, but this is not
strictly correct, Other texts spell the name of the kingdom as Lho, but this is
a transliteration of the Tibetan word for ‘south’ and is also incorrect. Thus
the portion of the upper Mustang district north of Samar is Lo and its capital
is Mustang the king of Lo is the Lo Gyelbu, though I use the Nepali term raja
here. To avoid total confusion with existing Maps and texts, I also refer to the
capital of Lo as ‘Lo Manthang’.
Tiji Festival trip
in 2009
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu
(A)
Day 02: Sightseeing in Kathmandu
(A, B)
Day 03: Kathmandu to Pokhara (Bus)
(A, B, L, D)
Day 04: Fly to Jomsom from Pokhara and trek to
Kagbeni
(A, B, L, D)
Day 05: Kagbeni to Chele
(A, B, L, D)
Day 06: Chele to Sangboche or Gilling (3806 m.)
(A, B, L, D)
Day 07: Sangboche or Gilling to Ghami
(A, B, L, D)
Day 08: Ghami to Tsarang
(A, B, L, D)
Day 09: Tsarang to Lo-Manthang
(A, B, L, D)
Day 10: Lo-Mangthang - visiting surrounding areas, excursion to Tibetan border
(A, B, L, D)
Day 11: Lo-Manthang to Tsarang
(A, B, L, D)
Day 12: Tsarang to Ghami
(A, B, L, D)
Day 13: Ghami to Samar via. Nya-La pass
(A, B, L, D)
Day 14: Samar to Kgbeni
(A, B, L, D)
Day 15: Kagbeni to Jomsom
(A, B, L, D)
Day 16: Fly back to Pokhara - Rest
(A, B, L, D)
Day 17: Drive back to Kathmandu (Rest day shopping)
(A, B)
Day 18: Departure from Nepal (B)
(Abbreviation: A - Accommodation, B - Breakfast, L - Lunch, D - Dinner)
Upper Mustang Trekking Detail Itinerary
Tour Prices:
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Currencies |
Trips
Price per Person in group Size |
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1 |
2-5 |
6-9 |
10+ |
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US Dollar (US$) |
2899 |
1849 |
1799 |
1749 |
|
Euro (€) |
2014 |
1289 |
1253 |
1219 |
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Pound (£) |
1459 |
933 |
909 |
883 |
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Australian
Dollar (AUS$) |
3349 |
2139 |
2079 |
2023 |
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Canadian Dollar
(CAN$) |
2919 |
1865 |
1815 |
1760 |
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Note:
Above given is sample itinerary and are subject to change
to suit your schedule.
If you do not want all the
activities listed in the package, we are always
flexible to provide you the personalized package as
per your schedule requirement.
Given
prices will remain valid till 31.12.2009.
All itineraries as well as price
are subject to change without prior notice until your reservation of this trip
with us.
Individual booking is accepted.
We
emphasize
on private trips for couples, families, small
groups of friends and individuals.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS BY
OUR CUSTOMERS:
Q:
What type of shape do I/we need for
this trekking trip?
This trekking is suitable for average healthy people who are moderately fit,
thus no previous high altitude experience is required. To get condition for
the trek, some physical fitness programs such as running, swimming, hiking
or such activities are recommendable before you start on your journey. Those
suffering from pre-existing diseases must seek medical advice before
considering this trekking. Please
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Q:
Do we need any mountaineering
experience to success this trekking?
No, absolutely not. Mountaineering experience
is required as long as you're in your sound physical shape & have a sense of
adventure will enjoy this trek.
Q:
Is there any possibility of dangers
such as kidnapping, robbery etc. in during trekking?
Nepal is safe country to travel and trekking.
As an trekking company, we do take every precaution to ensure the comfort
and safety of your travel and trekking in Nepal.
Q:
When you have started this business,
how long experience do you gained in this business?
We are incepted in 1990 and started this
business from 1998. Since then, we are smoothly conducting trekking business
with providing best holiday services to our valuable clients. You are
requested to
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click here for our complete registration documents from Nepal government
authorizations.
Q: Do you have
customers' reference trip in this area?
Please
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Upper Mustang
trekking in Nepal.
Q. Do you have
any extend this trip service with this trip?
Yes, we have. Among them, some
are provided in following links. the different colored is extensional tours.
Please feel free for more information and price of extended tours.
Please
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for more Frequently Asked Questions
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scholarship for poor & parentless children of same area. You can see our
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