Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu
Your guide meets you at the airport and takes you to your hotel. After settling in, you'll have time to check out the shopping area near Thamel. In the evening, your guide gives you an overview of the trek ahead and answers any initial questions you might have.
- Start point
- त्रिभुवन अन्तर्राष्ट्रिय विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Airport pick up by private car, 00:00 - 23:00)
Optional Activities
- Explore shopping area near hotel in Thamel
Landmarks Thamel - Day 2
Kathmandu
Today handles all the paperwork needed before entering the Mustang region. This is when you can ask questions and sort out any details with your guide. You'll return to your hotel after finishing the necessary documentation.
Included Activities
- Complete necessary paperwork for Mustang region
- Day 3
Kathmandu to Pokhara
You head to Pokhara Valley and the Phewa Tal lake. Check in at your hotel right by the water. Along Lakeside you'll find shops, bars, and restaurants to explore. Watching the sunset from the lake makes a nice way to wrap up the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Phewa Tal (lake)
Optional Activities
- Explore Lakeside shops, bars, and restaurants
- Watch sunset by the lake
Landmarks Phewa Tal - Day 4
Pokhara to Jomsom to Kagbeni
A 25 to 30 minute flight takes you from Pokhara to Jomsom with views of the Kali Gandaki Gorge and major peaks like Mt. Dhaulagiri and the Annapurna Ranges. From there, you trek to Kagbeni, about 3 to 4 hours. Officials will check your documents and permit before you enter the restricted Upper Mustang region.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Flight from Pokhara to Jomsom with scenic views
- Trek from Jomsom to Kagbeni (approximately 3-4 hours)
- Document/permit check at Kagbeni checkpoint
Landmarks Kali Gandaki Gorge Mt. Dhaulagiri Annapurna Ranges Machapuchare Mt. Nilgiri Tukuche Peak - Day 5
Kagbeni to Tangbe to Chele
An early start helps you beat the high winds that pick up later. You walk along the east bank of the Kali Gandaki River and enter Chhusang Valley. The ascent from Kagbeni offers views of the village and Mt. Nilgiri. After passing through barren terrain, you reach Tangbe with its red and white-washed houses and ancient caves. You'll continue on to Chele for views of the Himalayan Ranges.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Kagbeni to Tangbe to Chele
Optional Activities
- Explore caves in Tangbe area
Landmarks Tangbe Kali Gandaki River Chhusang Valley - Day 6
Chele to Samar to Geling
You climb rocky hills to a stone cairn at 3540 meters, then drop down to Samar village with its chortens and Buddhist structures. The trail descends into a large canyon and climbs to a 3800 meter ridge. From there you head to remote Shyangmochen Village and finish at Geling Village.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Chele to Samar to Geling
- Visit Samar village with chortens and Buddhist structures
Landmarks Samar Shyangmochen Geling - Day 7
Geling to Charang
The trail goes up to Nyi La Pass at 3932 meters and then descends. You follow the Tangmar Chu River where Mani walls line the path, stones carved with Lamaist prayers. Later you arrive at Charang Village with its massive five storey Dzong monastery, red Gompa, and colorful Thankas artwork.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Geling to Charang via Nyi La Pass
- Visit Charang Village and its monasteries
Landmarks Nyi La Pass Tangmar Chu River Charang Dzong Charang Red Gompa - Day 8
Charang to Lo-Gekar to Lo-Manthang
An uphill trail leads to Lo-Gekar, home to one of the world's oldest Tibetan monasteries, older even than the famous Samye Gompa in Tibet. After visiting, you travel by horse to Lo-Manthang. You pass the ancient walled city before descending and crossing a stream to reach your destination.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Lo-Gekar Gompa
- Visit Lo-Gekar Gompa monastery
- Travel by horse to Lo-Manthang
Landmarks Lo-Gekar Gompa Lo-Manthang - Day 9
Lo-Manthang
This acclimatization day keeps you active before moving to higher altitudes. You climb to Namgyal Gompa at the top of a peak, then head to Tingkhar, a small village of about 40 houses northwest of Lo-Manthang. From there you return to Lo-Manthang.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Acclimatization activities
- Climb to Namgyal Gompa
- Visit Tingkhar village
Landmarks Namgyal Gompa Tingkhar - Day 10
Lo-Manthang to Yara
You trek for six to seven hours and arrive at Yara Village where you'll spend the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Lo-Manthang to Yara Village (approximately 6-7 hours)
Landmarks Yara - Day 11
Yara to Luri Cave Monastery
After three to four hours of trekking, you reach Luri Cave Monastery, claimed to be the oldest cave monastery in Mustang dating back to the 15th century.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Yara to Luri Cave Monastery (approximately 3-4 hours)
- Visit Luri Cave Monastery
Landmarks Luri Cave Monastery - Day 12
Luri to Ghuma Thanti
You trek for about five to six hours and cross a 5100 meter pass. Then you reach Ghuma Thanti where you set up camp for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Luri to Ghuma Thanti (approximately 5-6 hours)
- Cross 5100-meter pass
- Day 13
Ghuma Thanti to Namta Khola
A six to seven hour trek includes your first major challenge, a 5600 meter pass. You continue to Damodar Kunda lake and press on until reaching Namta Khola where you camp overnight.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Ghuma Thanti to Namta Khola (approximately 6-7 hours)
- Cross 5600-meter pass
- Visit Damodar Kunda lake
Landmarks Damodar Kunda - Day 14
Namta Khola to Base Camp
Following the trail, you climb until reaching base camp where you set up tents for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Fresh & hygienic breakfast), Lunch (Fresh & hygienic lunch), Dinner (Fresh & hygienic dinner)
Included Activities
- Trek from Namta Khola to base camp
- Set up camp
Landmarks Saribung Base Camp - Day 15
Base Camp
An acclimatization day before going higher. You stay active to help with the acclimatization process. Exploring the surrounding area keeps you moving while you remain at base camp for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Fresh & hygienic breakfast), Lunch (Fresh & hygienic lunch), Dinner (Fresh & hygienic dinner)
Included Activities
- Acclimatization activities at base camp
- Explore surrounding area
Landmarks Saribung Base Camp - Day 16
Base Camp to Camp 1
Starting very early, you make your way through snow to Camp 1. The trek through snow is physically demanding. You establish camp and stay here overnight.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Fresh & hygienic breakfast), Lunch (Fresh & hygienic lunch), Dinner (Fresh & hygienic dinner)
Included Activities
- Trek from base camp to Camp 1 through snow
Landmarks Saribung Camp 1 - Day 17
Saribung Peak Summit
An eight to nine hour day requires a very early start. You push through snow toward the summit. The physical effort leaves you breathless, and the panoramic views from the top are extraordinary. You photograph the moment before heading back down to Base Camp for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Fresh & hygienic breakfast), Lunch (Fresh & hygienic lunch), Dinner (Fresh & hygienic dinner)
Included Activities
- Summit Saribung Peak (approximately 8-9 hours)
- Trek from summit back to Base Camp
Landmarks Saribung Peak - Day 18
Saribung to Nagoru
You cross the Saribung Pass and follow the trail downward to Nagoru Village where you stay overnight.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from base camp to Nagoru Village via Saribung Pass
Landmarks Saribung Pass Nagoru - Day 19
Nagoru to Phu Gaon
Crossing the barren Tibetan plateau through the valley, you reach Phu Gaon Village, home to Gurung, Lama and Ghale people. You visit the old Buddhist Monastery, Tashi Lhakhang, built by Buddhist sage Karmapa Rinpoche. The views of Himlung Himal and other snow capped peaks are great. You camp here overnight.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek across Tibetan plateau to Phu Gaon
- Visit Tashi Lhakhang Monastery
Landmarks Tashi Lhakhang Monastery Himlung Himal - Day 20
Phu Gaon to Meta
After five to six hours trekking across the Tibetan plateau, you head down to Meta Village. Along the way you pass ruins of old Khampa settlements where Tibetan refugees once lived. From Meta you see grand views of Annapurna II and Lamjung Himal. You camp here overnight.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Phu Gaon to Meta (approximately 5-6 hours)
- Pass Khampa settlement ruins
Landmarks Annapurna II Lamjung Himal - Day 21
Meta to Koto
You trek on the trail, descending through a pine forest and passing a beautiful waterfall before arriving at Koto Village where you stay the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Meta to Koto through pine forest
Landmarks Koto - Day 22
Koto to Dharapani
A five to six hour trek starts at Timang where you can see Mt. Manaslu and other snow covered peaks. You descend to Danque Village for lunch, then continue to Dharapani where you stay overnight.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Koto to Timang to Danque to Dharapani (approximately 5-6 hours)
Landmarks Mt. Manaslu Timang Danque Dharapani - Day 23
Dharapani to Kathmandu
Your final day sees you heading back to Kathmandu. Once you arrive, you'll be taken to your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Trek from Dharapani to Beshisahar
- Transfer from Beshisahar to Kathmandu
Landmarks Beshisahar - Day 24
Departure
A Sherpa Expedition and Trekking representative takes you to the airport at least three hours before your flight. On the way home you're probably already thinking about your next climbing adventure in the Himalayas.
- End point
- त्रिभुवन अन्तर्राष्ट्रिय विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (airport drop by private car., 00:00 - 23:00)
