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Upper Mustang Charity Trek
 

Mustang is an ancient Himalayan Kingdom which lies in the northern central part of Nepal and at the top of the Kaligandaki River. Upper Mustang consists of two distinct regions: the southern part and the northern where the languages, culture and traditions are alike to those of the Tibetan people. This area is consider as one of the most interesting and picturesque places in Nepal. The whole area has an isolated and mystical feel to it, enchanting and inspiring visitors to this region.

The trek to Lo- Manthang is through high altitude desert country climbing in and out of the huge sided valley of the Kali Gandaki. In places the gorge which the Kali Gandaki River runs through is the deepest in the world. This region is full of some of Nepal’s oldest Buddhist Monasteries, ancient and isolated villages with quaint white washed houses.

Trip Highlights:
• Discover the hidden Himalayan kingdom
• Deepest gorge in the world
• Interesting and picturesque places
• Unique hill cultures to Tradition
• Buddhist monasteries/ghompas

Trip Facts:
Activities: Trekking & Hiking Tour
Duration: 18 Days
Grade: Moderate to strenuous
Accommodation: Teahouse & Camping
Trek Starts/Ends: Pokhara
Max. Altitude: 4320 M.
Best time to visit: February, March, April, May, October, November

Itinerary Outline:
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu
Day 02: Kathmandu City Tour
Day 03: Kathmandu to Pokhara
Day 04: Pokhara to Jomsom (18 minutes flight) and trek to Kagbeni (2810m)
Day 05: Kagbeni to Chele (3100m)
Day 06: Chele to Geling (3570m)
Day 07: Geling to Charang (3560m)
Day 08: Charang to Lo Manthang (3840m)
Day 09: In Lo Mathang
Day 10: Trip around Lo Manthang
Day 11: Lo Manthang to Drakmar (3820m)
Day 12: Drakmar to Shyangmochen
Day 13: Shyangmochen to Chhuksang
Day 14: Trek back to Kagbeni
Day 15: Trek back to Jomsom.
Day 16: Flight back to Pokhara.
Day 17: Drive back to Kathmandu or Fly.
Day 18: Fly to your own Destination

Note: Funds raised through this trek would go to support the children we are taking care of. We make it certain that the health, nutrition and educational needs of the children are not compromised. We are a government registered social service organization with affiliation to many other social institutions.

Cost Includes:
All Transportation in Kathmandu by Private Car.
Transportation from Kathmandu to Pokhara, Pokhara to Kathmandu by tourist bus.
3 meals per day during the trek (breakfast, lunch & dinner) including the coffee and tea.
Accommodation in tea house or Lodges during the trek.
Accommodation including breakfast in Kathmandu.
Highly experienced Government licensed guide and necessary porters during the trek.
Government / Local taxes
Tourist service charge
Guide / porter insurance and salary
General equipment
National park and conservation area fees.
Kathmandu City Tour with an Experienced Tour Guide
All entrance fees while sightseeing
Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS)
Government tax, vat & office service charge.
Trekking Registration Certificate (TRC)

Cost Exclude:
International airfares
International Airport Departure Tax
Trekking Equipment
Major meals, Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu.
Any type of personal expenses, such as alcoholic beverages and drinks, phone and laundry.
Airport departure tax to be paid in rupees on your departure 1760 rupees
entry visa fee US$ 30 (duration 60 days from date of issue) - you may easily obtain the visa upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport - Kathmandu .
Rescue & travel insurance, trip cancellation costs, accident or health emergency, evacuation, loss, theft or damage to baggage and personal effects. We strongly advise you to take out personal travel insurance.
Any kind of alcoholic drinks, hot water, hot shower, cold drinks, laundry, phone call, internet etc. Tips for trekking crew.

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