Trek in Upper Mustang
Forbidden kingdom
Trek in Upper Mustang takes you into the landscape of the upland plateau at an altitude of over 3,000 meters above sea level. The entire area had until recently a partial autonomy, which was canceled in 2008. But the access is still regulated by the need to obtain (and pay for) the entry permit and have the Nepalese guide. Upper Mustang is located around the river Kali Gandaki. On its banks are even today many wonderful fossils of plants and animals. The views of Himalayan peaks dominated with the ridge of Annapurnas and Dhaulagiri will accompany you throughout the entire trek. And Buddhist monasteries and buildings give the whole journey a pleasant spiritual dimension.
Hike Chhusang - Syangboche
First mountain passes
Mustang trek1: The first stage of Mustang trek tests the trekker with its elevation profile. There are several passes along the way, the highest of which is 3,830 meters asl. However, they offer attractive views of the surrounding rugged landscape. continue reading
Hike Syangboche - Ghemi
To narrow streets of Ghemi to see local
Mustang trek2: The next day lasting stage of Mustang trek „pushes us a little“ to the maximum height of 4,020 meters above sea level. Wavy terrain with two passes leads to the town of Ghemi, in which we have enough time in the afternoon for an interesting research on the life of local people in the narrow streets of old houses and buildings. continue reading
Hike Ghemi - Ghar Gumba
To chortens and Buddhist monastery
Mustang trek 3: The entire trek through Upper Mustang is about overcoming a number of passes at a height of around 4,000 meters asl. Even this one-day stage is no exception. It offers very interesting views of famous mysterious rock caves and view of the walls of snowy giants in the southern direction. The real prize is a wonderful place Ghar Gumba – the destination of this one-day walk. There are groups of chortens in the slope and you can spend here a wonderful evening full of spiritual well-being and unforgettable views. continue reading
Hike Ghar Gumba - Lo Manthang
Over the highest pass in Mustang trek
Mustang trek 4: One day trek from Ghar Gumba over the pass Marang La (4 230 m asl), the highest point of the Mustang trek, leads to the royal town of Lo Manthang. This trip is a real treat for trekkers. It offers beautiful views of the countryside of Upper Mustang and ridge of Annapurnas in the south. continue reading
Visit of Lo Manthang
Walk around royal town
Lo Manthang is the capital of the ancient kingdom of Mustang. It offers some interesting gompas, royal palace, narrow streets and traditional houses. It is apparent that it is a destination for tourists undertaking mustang trek and often spend here several days. It is possible to go through the town for half a day. But the surroundings offer activities even for several days, depending on how much time you have. continue reading
Hike Lo Manthang - Tsarang
Half-day walk to beautiful village
Mustang trek5: Easy half-day trip from the capital of the Kingdom of Lo to the village Tsarang, beautiful place with Buddhist monastery, old fortress and breathtaking scenery all around. continue reading
Visit of Tsarang
Quiet village surrounded by mountains
There is a great opportunity to enjoy this beautiful place after an easy half-day walk from Lo Manthang to Tsarang. Tsarang has many chortens, Buddhist temple (gompa) and the old fort (dzong). Some buildings are renovated, but others almost ruined. The surrounding landscape full of cliffs and rocks offers breathtaking scenery. continue reading
Hike Tsarang - Jhaite
To the most beautiful outlook of Annapur
Mustang trek 6: The way from Tsarang over Ghemi into a small settlement Jhaite is like on a swing and leads through 3 passes. The profile is as follows: Tsarang (3 560 m asl), Chingell La (3 870 m asl), Ghemi (3 510 m asl) Ghemi La (3 765 m asl), Nyi La (4 020 m asl), Jhaite (3 820 nm). It is an interesting all-day walk at the end of which is perhaps the most beautiful view of Himalayan ridge of Annapurnas. continue reading
Hike Jhaite – Samar
Farewell to a height of four kilometers
Mustang trek 7: The last stage of return part of Mustang trek, which will examine the trekker with all the ascents and descents to/from mountain passes. The start in Jhaite is at 3820 m asl and the destination Samar is at 3620 m asl. But the pass Yamda La is at the height of 4010 meters and a height profile of the journey is very variable. continue reading
Hike Samar – Chhusang
Return to the river Kali Gandaki
Mustang trek 8: Enjoyable half-day journey, during which we are getting back to the valley of Kali Gandaki. Although there are two mountain passes (Dajong La and Taklam La) behind Samar, the height difference is minimal. They are followed by the descent along good-quality path through valley of Ghyakar Khola. Then follow only another descent to Chele and along Kali Gandaki to Chhusang. continue reading
Hike Chhusang – Kagbeni
Last stage of Upper Mustang Trek
Between Chhusang and Kagbeni is the last part of the trek around Upper Mustang, which still falls within the area to which entry permit is required. But it is quite a pleasant walk due to its height profile, however, not considering the short and steep ascent behind the settlement Tangbe. This trip can be done in half a day, so there will be a lot of time left to explore Kagbeni and its surroundings. continue reading
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